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Holiday lights bring cheer and joy, until the electric bill arrives at the end of the month. However, Duke Energy, the largest energy company in North Carolina, offers tips to help its customers reduce their utility usage and minimize the impact on their monthly bills.
Holiday lights bring cheer and joy, until the electric bill arrives at the end of the month. However, Duke Energy, the largest energy company in North Carolina, offers tips to help its customers reduce their utility usage and minimize the impact on their monthly bills.
 
We don't know which way it's going, which is why people are freaking out.
We don't know which way it's going, which is why people are freaking out.
 
On Thanksgiving tables across the country the real stars may be homegrown. Whether it’s turkey or ham at the center, or sweet potatoes in every imaginable form, some of the state’s biggest agricultural exports are also the most beloved holiday staples.
On Thanksgiving tables across the country the real stars may be homegrown. Whether it’s turkey or ham at the center, or sweet potatoes in every imaginable form, some of the state’s biggest agricultural exports are also the most beloved holiday staples.
 
The Trump administration is opening up seven additional lease areas for oil drilling in the Gulf of America.
The Trump administration is opening up seven additional lease areas for oil drilling in the Gulf of America.
 
As the nation recognizes veterans this month, the North Carolina Forest Service is offering a 20 percent discount on tree-seedling orders placed throughout November by active military, honorably discharged veterans, and retired service members.
As the nation recognizes veterans this month, the North Carolina Forest Service is offering a 20 percent discount on tree-seedling orders placed throughout November by active military, honorably discharged veterans, and retired service members.
 
Beef prices have set records due to low supplies and strong demand, raising costs for consumers.
Beef prices have set records due to low supplies and strong demand, raising costs for consumers.
 
Despite a recent trade deal reached between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping, China has increased imports of Brazilian soybeans, a major North Carolina cash crop, causing experts to express concerns about the stability of the trade deal.
Despite a recent trade deal reached between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping, China has increased imports of Brazilian soybeans, a major North Carolina cash crop, causing experts to express concerns about the stability of the trade deal.
 
The S&P 500 fell 1.7% on Thursday. The Dow dropped 1.7%.
The S&P 500 fell 1.7% on Thursday. The Dow dropped 1.7%.
 
"In other words, take from the BIG, BAD Insurance Companies, give it to the people..."
 
Tucked away in Roper, North Carolina, is Mackey’s Ferry Sawmill, the largest private employer in Washington County, until recently.
Tucked away in Roper, North Carolina, is Mackey’s Ferry Sawmill, the largest private employer in Washington County, until recently.
 
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein announced Judco Manufacturing, Inc., an automotive supplier, will create 60 new jobs in Greene County.
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein announced Judco Manufacturing, Inc., an automotive supplier, will create 60 new jobs in Greene County.
 
The owner of a former Charlotte tire factory is asking the North Carolina Supreme Court to consider a dozen lawsuits related to alleged asbestos exposure.
The owner of a former Charlotte tire factory is asking the North Carolina Supreme Court to consider a dozen lawsuits related to alleged asbestos exposure.
 
As tariffs settle in, John Deere, one of the nation’s largest manufacturers of heavy farm equipment, continues to suffer financial losses due to tariff costs.
As tariffs settle in, John Deere, one of the nation’s largest manufacturers of heavy farm equipment, continues to suffer financial losses due to tariff costs.
 
Affordable vendor spaces, community partnerships, and shared marketing create a launchpad for entrepreneurs.
 
The United States imported about $25.5 billion in furniture in 2024, up 7% over 2023.
 
Governor Gavin Newsom’s office appeared to mock the company in response.
 
Pres. Donald Trump’s 2025 tariffs are repeating the economic damage of the 2018 trade war, slashing U.S. farm exports, especially soybeans and pork, and driving up input costs for farmers
Pres. Donald Trump’s 2025 tariffs are repeating the economic damage of the 2018 trade war, slashing U.S. farm exports, especially soybeans and pork, and driving up input costs for farmers
 
In 2024, growth in 71 of North Carolina’s 100 counties contributed to a total of $36.7 billion in visitor spending statewide, up from the 2023 record of $35.6 billion.
In 2024, growth in 71 of North Carolina’s 100 counties contributed to a total of $36.7 billion in visitor spending statewide, up from the 2023 record of $35.6 billion.
 
Today Governor Josh Stein signed Executive Order 23, establishing the North Carolina Energy Policy Task Force to strengthen the state’s electricity infrastructure and energy affordability as demand increases.
Today Governor Josh Stein signed Executive Order 23, establishing the North Carolina Energy Policy Task Force to strengthen the state’s electricity infrastructure and energy affordability as demand increases.
 
Trump recinded waivers allowing California to impose harsh emissions standards.
Trump recinded waivers allowing California to impose harsh emissions standards.
 
A new study shows that out of 10 cities that are potential contenders to be the home of a Major League Baseball (MLB) team, Raleigh and Charlotte are strong contenders.
A new study shows that out of 10 cities that are potential contenders to be the home of a Major League Baseball (MLB) team, Raleigh and Charlotte are strong contenders.
 
The decision has been praised by pro-lifers as a "huge win."
 
Early in the morning of June 24, amid a blistering heat wave affecting most of the nation, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) granted a request from Duke Energy Carolinas by issuing an emergency order authorizing Duke to exceed environmental emissions levels if needed
Early in the morning of June 24, amid a blistering heat wave affecting most of the nation, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) granted a request from Duke Energy Carolinas by issuing an emergency order authorizing Duke to exceed environmental emissions levels if needed
 
Some Republicans see a path to electoral victory in courting organized labor. Others see a fool’s errand.
Some Republicans see a path to electoral victory in courting organized labor. Others see a fool’s errand.
 
A system of stable currency is vital to national and personal economic security.
A system of stable currency is vital to national and personal economic security.
 
“This is a really triumphant day for the people of the commonwealth and for the United States of America.”
“This is a really triumphant day for the people of the commonwealth and for the United States of America.”
 
Trump said trade talks have been going well with China and the European Union, which is the biggest bilateral trading partner of the U.S.
Trump said trade talks have been going well with China and the European Union, which is the biggest bilateral trading partner of the U.S.
 
Raleigh has emerged as a national leader in promoting a balanced lifestyle, recently ranking No. 4 in Coworking Cafe’s report on the Best US Cities for Work-Life Balance and Mental Health.
Raleigh has emerged as a national leader in promoting a balanced lifestyle, recently ranking No. 4 in Coworking Cafe’s report on the Best US Cities for Work-Life Balance and Mental Health.
 
January 9, 2007 was a historic day. Apple CEO Steve Jobs announced the creation of a device called the iPhone.
January 9, 2007 was a historic day. Apple CEO Steve Jobs announced the creation of a device called the iPhone.
 
New business creations, possible new jobs, and job deals falling through, added to a mixed week for job news for North Carolina this week.
New business creations, possible new jobs, and job deals falling through, added to a mixed week for job news for North Carolina this week.
 
(RALEIGH) Governor Josh Stein announced today that TMG & Haartz Solutions LLC, a new joint venture to supply synthetic leather materials for automotive interiors, will create 125 jobs over the next five years in Rutherford County.
(RALEIGH) Governor Josh Stein announced today that TMG & Haartz Solutions LLC, a new joint venture to supply synthetic leather materials for automotive interiors, will create 125 jobs over the next five years in Rutherford County.
 
North Carolina lawmakers have approved another substantial round of aid for western North Carolina communities still grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, pushing total disaster relief funding above $2 billion.
North Carolina lawmakers have approved another substantial round of aid for western North Carolina communities still grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, pushing total disaster relief funding above $2 billion.
 
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