Western North Carolina continues to recover from Hurricane Helene, with federal grants aimed at rebuilding infrastructure and strengthening the workforce. Meanwhile, Duke Energy has joined the Trump administration's ratepayer protection pledge, promising to support measures preventing households and small businesses from paying for power plants and grid infrastructure changes. The North Carolina General Assembly is also debating election laws, with a pair of rewritten bills passed by the Senate that would shorten early voting for primary elections and add performance audits for election systems. Additionally, a state representative is raising concerns about professional standards in public schools, specifically regarding a transgender music teacher at an elementary school. [... more]

Biblical justice is a holistic concept that encompasses retributive and restorative justice, as well as a broader creative understanding of how things ought to be. It involves putting things to rights and fixing what's broken, and is tied to righteousness, mercy, and the care for the vulnerable. Christians are called to practice justice in their everyday financial decisions, including how they earn, spend, save, give, invest, and lend their money. [... more]

A group of young Christians from Colorado Springs, Colorado, participate in a mission trip to Utah, where they engage with Mormonism and learn about the importance of witnessing and evangelism. [... more]

The book of Exodus tells the story of how God brought the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt and into the Promised Land. The Israelites were afflicted and oppressed by the Egyptians, who feared their growing numbers and sought to discourage them from multiplying. However, the Hebrew midwives, Shifra and Puah, refused to obey Pharaoh's command to kill the Hebrew boys, and instead let them live. This act of defiance against authority is a powerful example of standing up for what is right, even in the face of adversity. [... more]

A $34.4 billion state budget has been unveiled in North Carolina, with a 7% increase from the last budget. The plan includes an average 8% pay raise for educators, a 3% raise for all other state employees, and bonuses for certain positions. The budget also includes tax cuts, with the personal income tax rate set to decrease to 3.49% from 2027 to 2029. Additionally, the plan allocates more than $700 million for Hurricane Helene relief and $450 million to the Rainy Day Fund. [... more]

The United States celebrates its 250th birthday, reflecting on its history, culture, and the people who shaped the nation. From the Founding Fathers to Route 66, American culture is a melting pot of diverse influences, and the country's history is marked by struggles for freedom and equality, including the fight for women's rights and the abolition of slavery. [... more]

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A conversation with author Preston Fiddler about the importance of sharing one's testimony and the gospel with others, and how to cultivate a rhythm of life that allows for spiritual growth and obedience. [... more]

Major Sandra Pawar shares her thoughts on what it means to be a good neighbor, emphasizing the importance of building genuine relationships and approaching others with love and compassion. She also discusses the concept of 'a thousand cups of tea,' which refers to the idea of sharing life and experiences with others to build connections and share the gospel. [... more]

The White House correspondence dinner was the site of an attempted assassination, and President Trump's security measures are under scrutiny. Meanwhile, identity theft is a growing concern, and Florida Man stories continue to amaze. In sports news, the NFL draft has concluded, and the NBA is dealing with controversy surrounding Victor Wembanyama's concussion. Additionally, scientists have brought back to life a 24,000-year-old zombie worm, which has sparked debate about the ethics of scientific experimentation. [... more]

Representative Carla Cunningham switches party affiliation from Democrat to unaffiliated, potentially impacting veto overrides in the North Carolina House. Meanwhile, a new infusion of federal disaster funding highlights progress and challenges in Western North Carolina's recovery from Hurricane Helene. Governor Josh Stein's proposed budget would phase out the Opportunity Scholarship Program, affecting an estimated 60,000 students. The U.S. Postal Service's regulations on cluster box units are causing delays and adding costs to housing developments, making homes less affordable for many families. U.S. Representative Alma Adams was cleared of any wrongdoing after an investigation by the House Ethics Committee regarding an alleged inappropriate relationship with a staffer. [... more]

NFL draft prospect Carnell Tate is a top target for several teams, including the Jets, who may trade up to secure him. Meanwhile, other top players like R. Vel Reese, Jeremiah Love, and Sonny Styles are also highly sought after. The draft is shaping up to be a thrilling event, with many teams looking to make big moves to secure their top picks. [... more]

The church plays a vital role in shaping the faith of children, but with the rise of screen addiction, parents and pastors must find new ways to disciple kids in today's digital age. Awana, a global leader in child discipleship, equips churches with training and resources to help parents and leaders shape the faith of children and reach them with the gospel. [... more]

A majority of North Carolina voters oppose deploying ground troops to Iran, and a plurality say the United States was wrong to launch military action there. Meanwhile, lawmakers in the North Carolina General Assembly are scrutinizing the costs of renewable energy, particularly solar power, and its impact on the state's energy grid and taxpayers. [... more]

A Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer, VinFast, plans to resume construction on a $4 billion plant in Chatham County, North Carolina, despite significant financial losses and a major scaling down of its hiring goals. The company's original promise of 7,500 jobs has been reduced to 1,400, raising questions about the state's investment in job development investment grants and infrastructure. Meanwhile, lawmakers in North Carolina are questioning the costs of solar energy and its impact on the state's energy policy, with some arguing that it is not the least cost and reliable option. [... more]

John Bryan's letter to his brother George, a third-generation sausage company owner, shares his management philosophy and leadership approach, emphasizing the importance of continuous improvement, motivating employees, and never being satisfied with success. [... more]

A new Blue Ribbon Commission on Public Education has been formed in North Carolina to study the state's school system, examining areas such as teacher training, student achievement, and accountability measures. Meanwhile, concerns are emerging around Medicaid fraud, with a recent scheme exposing improper enrollment and potential fraud during the sign-up process. Additionally, Western North Carolina is still recovering from Hurricane Helene, with a significant funding shortfall for water infrastructure repairs. [... more]

North Carolina's early voting numbers are showing a significant increase, with over 420,000 votes cast through Tuesday. Dr. Andy Jackson from the John Locke Foundation discusses the implications of this trend and how it may impact Election Day. Meanwhile, the state's election management system is in need of modernization, with a bipartisan commission working to bring the system up to date. The commission aims to complete the overhaul by next summer, 2027. Additionally, six more JDIG projects were canceled by the North Carolina Department of Commerce's Economic Investment Committee, adding to a troubling long-term pattern of failed job creation targets. [... more]

State officials and lawmakers in North Carolina are at odds over the pace of recovery efforts in western North Carolina, 17 months after Hurricane Helene. The state has allocated over a billion dollars for relief, but lawmakers say bureaucratic delays and complex designs are slowing repairs and increasing costs. [... more]

A report from the North Carolina Energy Policy Task Force warns of rising energy rates amid a demand boom, recommending policies to ensure affordable, reliable, and clean energy supplies. Meanwhile, the state's Department of Environmental Quality awards $5.7 million in grants for flood resiliency projects in Western North Carolina, aiming to reduce flood risks and protect surrounding communities. [... more]