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Data Center Debate: CyrusOne opened its Durham facility as its large Lee County campus moves forward. At the same time, residents and local leaders called for a statewide pause on new data centers, citing pressure on water, power and farmland; state lawmakers are also seeking tougher review of a proposed gas pipeline. Tax Policy: North Carolina voters will decide whether to cap the state income tax rate at 3.5%. An economist says the added take-home pay would be modest, while critics warn that lower revenue could squeeze public services. Consumer Oversight: State officials are investigating 31 gas stations after complaints about elevated prices and claimed tax savings. Business Investment: Bracco Imaging plans a $230 million Sanford manufacturing plant expected to create 200 jobs, while a finance services company is expanding in Charlotte with an $11.5 million investment and 200 jobs.

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Oct. 30, 2026

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Nearly $36M awarded for future rail service in western North Carolina: NCDOT Nearly $36 million is headed to North Carolina as the state works to improve rail safety and lay the groundwork for restoring passenger rail service to WNC.

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WLOS - North Carolina

Center-right

Owned By	Smith Family through Sinclair Broadcast Group
Year Founded	1954
Website	wlos.com
Domain Registration Year	1996
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, North Carolina, Asheville
Owner Country	United States

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2 hours ago

Woman Overhears Bosses On North Carolina Flight Talking About Their Employees. Now She’s Giving Crystal, Josh, And Alexa A Heads Up

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BroBible

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Owned By	Jason Cammerota (CEO) through Horseneck Media
Year Founded	2009
Website	https://brobible.com/
Domain Registration Year	2008
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Connecticut, Greenwich
Owner Country	United States

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North Carolina Movement Urges Voters to Reject Corporate Tax Breaks

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Truthout

Left-wing

Owned By	Truthout (Non-profit, Ziggy West Jeffery Executive Director, Maya Schenwar President)
Year Founded	2001
Website	https://truthout.org/
Domain Registration Year	2001
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, California, Sacramento
Owner Country	United States

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North Carolina voters to decide on potentially impactful 3.5% state income tax cap

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WXII 12 - North Carolina

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Owned By	Hearst Family through Hearst Communications
Year Founded	1953
Website	www.wxii12.com
Domain Registration Year	2002
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, North Carolina, Winston-Salem
Owner Country	United States

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11 hours ago

Closing the “Hemp Loophole”: What the Looming Federal Deadlines Mean for North Carolina Hemp Businesses and Consumers

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JD Supra

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Owned By	Aviva Cuyler through JD Supra LLC
Year Founded	2006
Website	https://www.jdsupra.com/
Domain Registration Year	2006
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, California, Sausalito
Owner Country	United States

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Workweek: Winterville Chamber celebrates personal training business

The Daily Reflector - North Carolina |

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The Daily Reflector - North Carolina

Pending

Owned By	Mark Adams through Adams MultiMedia
Year Founded	1884
Website	https://www.reflector.com/
Domain Registration Year	1995
Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	United States, North Carolina, Greenville
Owner Country	United States

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Bill Belichick & 25-Year-Old Girlfriend Jordon Hudson Have Broken Up, But Remain ‘Business’ Partners

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Owned By	Jason Cammerota (CEO) through Horseneck Media
Year Founded	2009
Website	https://brobible.com/
Domain Registration Year	2008
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Connecticut, Greenwich
Owner Country	United States

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11 hours ago

Felony warrant served to woman running for North Carolina’s Congressional District 14

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Owned By	Gray Media Inc. (Hilton H. Howell Chairman & Co-CEO)
Year Founded	1949
Website	https://www.wbtv.com/
Domain Registration Year	1995
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
Owner Country	United States

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