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Thursday, April 9, 2026 · Asheville
Local Entrepreneur Sarah Jenkins Doubles Sales with Video Marketing
Jacksonville entrepreneur Sarah Jenkins, owner of 'Glow & Go' beauty brand, doubled her sales in two weeks by implementing a new video marketing strategy.
Part-Time Daycare Near Me: Flexible Fall Options for Working Parents
Orlando parents are finding more flexible part-time daycare options emerging for the upcoming fall season, catering to diverse schedules and needs.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
What’s a Flipped Classroom? How it Improves Today’s Learning Environments in Jacksonville
Jacksonville educators are exploring the 'flipped classroom' model, shifting lectures to home study and dedicating class time to interactive learning and personalized guidance.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Local Businesses Reminded: Optimize Your Online Videos for Jacksonville Viewers
Jacksonville businesses are reminded to optimize their online videos to better reach local customers and enhance community engagement.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
College Football Top 25 Rankings Released
The latest college football top 25 rankings are out, with Georgia holding the top spot. Several key matchups are on the horizon as teams jockey for position.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Jeremiah Wilkinson Transfers to Arkansas Razorbacks
Guard Jeremiah Wilkinson has committed to Arkansas, transferring from the University of Georgia. He selected the Razorbacks over offers from Kentucky, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, and LSU.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Ivan Kharchenkov Returns to Arizona for Sophomore Season
Guard Ivan Kharchenkov announced his return to the University of Arizona for the 2026-2027 season. He joins Motiejus Krivas as returning starters from the Wildcats' 2026 Final Four team.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Tyran Stokes, No. 1 Recruit, Commits to Kansas
Tyran Stokes, the top-ranked player in the 2026 class, has committed to the University of Kansas. The five-star recruit's decision positions him to join the Jayhawks upon graduating high school. Sources confirm Stokes chose Kansas over multiple competing offers.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Duke Hits Record Enrollment, Launches NC Health Disparities Initiative
Duke University in Durham welcomed its largest undergraduate class ever amid fierce competition, with over 54,000 applicants vying for spots. The milestone coincides with a new statewide research program targeting health disparities, backed by North Carolina grants. This dual achievement underscores Duke's growing role in addressing the state's educational and health challenges.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
NC Senate Overrides Vetoes, Pumps Millions into School Choice Expansion
The North Carolina Senate approved major funding for school choice programs and overrode five vetoes from Gov. Josh Stein, unlocking $248 million to clear voucher waitlists. Amid partisan clashes, Republicans hailed expanded options for families while Democrats decried cuts to public schools. The moves signal a bold push toward universal access in the Tar Heel State.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
College Football Top 25: Strengths and Potential Challenges
An objective look at the strengths and weaknesses of the top 25 college football teams. This analysis highlights potential trouble spots and areas of dominance. No projections, just facts.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
College Football Coaching Salaries See Movement at the Top
Recent contract negotiations have altered the landscape of college football's highest-paid coaches. Curt Cignetti, Lane Kiffin, and Kirby Smart now occupy the top three positions. The deals reflect the value placed on successful leadership in the sport.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
NC GOP Overrides Veto, Pumps $463M into Private School Vouchers
North Carolina lawmakers overrode Gov. Josh Stein's veto to inject nearly half a billion dollars into private school vouchers, escalating the battle over public education funding. The move expands the Opportunity Scholarship Program amid fierce partisan divides, with Republicans hailing family choice and Democrats decrying a drain on public schools. As vouchers surge, questions loom over accountability and equity in classrooms from Raleigh to Charlotte.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
College Football Recruiting: Evaluations of Five-Star Prospects
Analyses are available for the 21 five-star players in the current recruiting class. Individual scouting reports focus on projecting their skills to the college level. Key attributes and positional fit are examined for each prospect.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
College Basketball Transfer Impact: Bidunga to Louisville and Beyond
Several top men's college basketball transfers are poised to make an immediate impact on their new teams. Flory Bidunga's arrival at Louisville is expected to bolster their frontcourt, while other notable transfers will contribute across various programs.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Duke Hits Record Applications as Durham Wrestles with Tuition Questions
Duke University's Class of 2029 drew a record number of applicants, with nearly 16 percent of the 1,749 incoming students hailing from North Carolina—reinforcing the elite Durham institution's deep ties to its home state. The enrollment surge comes as state lawmakers debate whether to extend a tuition freeze affecting North Carolina's public universities, creating a stark contrast between Duke's private tuition model and the state's public higher education landscape.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Top 25 College Football Teams: Strengths and Weaknesses Overview
A look at the expected strengths and potential weaknesses of the top 25 college football teams as they navigate the season. Analysis focuses on key statistical areas and positional matchups. No predictions, just facts.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Duke University Launches $50M NC Climate Science Push
Duke University has secured a $50 million grant from The Duke Endowment to supercharge research on climate change, targeting North Carolina's vulnerable coastal ecosystems and public health. The initiative aims to recruit top scientists and drive solutions for the state's rising seas and extreme weather. As hurricanes batter the coast from the Outer Banks to Wilmington, this funding positions Duke at the forefront of regional resilience.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Raleigh Teen Battles False AI Cheating Charge in Wake Schools
A Wake County high school student is pushing back against her English teacher's AI detector that erroneously branded her original essay as machine-generated. As North Carolina districts scramble for AI guidelines, her fight exposes flaws in unproven detection tools. The case raises alarms about fairness in Raleigh's largest school system.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Wake School Board Chair Apologizes for Speeding in Cary School Zone
Tyler Swanson, chairman of the Wake County School Board, issued a public apology Tuesday for speeding 47 mph in a 25 mph school zone near West Cary Middle School in January. Swanson faces a May 6 court hearing and joked that he now drives 10 miles under the speed limit as a lesson learned.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
NC Lawmakers Override Veto, Pour $463M into School Vouchers
The North Carolina General Assembly has overridden Gov. Roy Cooper's veto, injecting nearly half a billion dollars into private school vouchers and clearing a massive waitlist. Critics decry the move as a blow to public schools amid stagnant teacher pay, while supporters hail it as a victory for parental choice. The expansion ramps up funding to $825 million annually by 2032-33.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
ACC Hoops in Flux: Transfer Portal Activity Reshapes NC College Basketball
The college basketball transfer portal sees increased activity as more players explore options. A recent ranking identifies 60 of the top talents currently available. This development underscores the evolving landscape of collegiate athletics.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Wake Schools Eye Calendar Shifts at 6 Sites Amid Enrollment Slump
Wake County Public School System leaders are pushing calendar changes at six schools to tackle underenrollment and overcrowding elsewhere. The moves, targeting year-round sites with empty seats, could revert some to traditional schedules starting as early as next year. Families face tough choices as the district balances growth pains in the state's largest school system.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
NC at Risk: Report Shows Rising Tobacco Use Among Students, Especially E-cigarettes
A recent report in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) indicates a rise in the use of emerging tobacco products like e-cigarettes and hookahs among middle and high school students. The study highlights a trend in tobacco use within this demographic.
Thursday, April 9, 2026