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Survive the DMV. Celebrate with bagels.

Nell Thomas4 weeks ago07 mins

Charlotte DMV offices just ranked worst in the nation. Here’s what happened, what to do about it, and why Einstein’s bagels may be the only balm.Tags: DMV, Charlotte, North Carolina, Politics, Bagels, Customer Service

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Should Your Teen’s Therapist Call You First?

Nell Thomas1 month ago1 month ago06 mins

As NC lawmakers vote to give parents more say in teen medical care, youth advocates warn: not every home is safe—and not every secret is selfish.

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DMV Brings Back the Consultants. The Lines Stay.

Nell Thomas1 month ago1 month ago04 mins

NC DMV pays Boston Consulting Group $1.2M to study long lines. Again.

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Highway Hissy Fit: NC Lawmakers Crack Down on Left-Lane Laggards

Nell Thomas1 month ago1 month ago06 mins

NC lawmakers want to fine slow drivers clogging the left lane. A new bill could make dawdling on I-485 officially illegal.

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Retirement Roulette: NC Approves Crypto Investments

Nell Thomas1 month ago1 month ago05 mins

NC lawmakers vote to let public retirement funds invest in crypto. What could go wrong?

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Trump Moves to Halt Offshore Wind Leasing, North Carolina’s Energy Future in Question

Jack beckett5 months ago1 month ago06 mins

Trump halts offshore wind leases 🌀, raising uncertainty for NC’s renewable energy projects. What’s next for wind farms off the Carolina coast?

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Charlotte Immigrants Grapple with Fear; CMS Discusses Student Protections

Jack beckett5 months ago1 month ago04 mins

As Trump’s new ICE rules loom, CMS tackles undocumented student protections. Immigrant families and educators seek answers. 🌎📚

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Sports Betting Brings $21M Windfall to NC Universities, But Is It Enough?

Jack beckett5 months ago1 month ago08 mins

Fueled by coffee and curiosity, Jack crafts stories that bridge the gap between information and insight. Whether it’s local news, deep dives, or Ballantyne’s best-kept secrets, you’ll find it all at strollingballantyne.com.

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