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...INCREASED FIRE DANGER TUESDAY...

The combination of continued dry conditions and wind gusts of up
to 20 to 25 mph coupled with relative humidity values falling
into the 25 to 35 percent range late Tuesday morning through
early Tuesday evening will lead to an increased risk of dangerous
fire growth.

The state of North Carolina has issued a state wide burn ban.
Thus, outdoor burning is prohibited.

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Editorial: Political purity poisoning nation

From the dumb messaging of “defund the police” to fear-mongering over critical race theory, extreme ideas and rhetoric from the left and right have become, for too many, litmus tests of loyalty. If one party is for it, everyone in that party must be for it; if the party is against it, everyone in the party must be against it. This rigid loyalty is obliterating the common ground where compromises achieve progress. Read more

Alexander H. Jones: Roy Cooper’s remarkable feat

Alexander H. Jones: Roy Cooper’s remarkable feat

When a Civitas Institute poll came out showing Governor Roy Cooper’s approval rating two points underwater, Republicans rejoiced. They had been predicting an imminent decline in Cooper’s public support essentially from the day he took office, and here was confirmation — albeit five years and a successful reelection campaign later — that their foe on Blount Street had seen his chickens return to the roost.  Read more

Steven Roberts: People helping refugees embody American spirit

Steven Roberts: People helping refugees embody American spirit

While you’re giving thanks this week, take a moment to express your gratitude to the generous folks who are helping to receive and resettle Afghan refugees. They represent the very best of the American spirit: good-hearted and open-minded, a spirit that might flicker and fade in Washington, D.C., but that flourishes in communities across the country. Read more

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Police chief: 3 shot in fight at North Carolina mall

Police chief: 3 shot in fight at North Carolina mall

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DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Three people were shot and wounded Friday during an apparent fight between two groups at a North Carolina mall crowded with shoppers on the day after Thanksgiving, the police chief said.

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In shadow of Texas gas drilling sites, health fears escalate
Nation

In shadow of Texas gas drilling sites, health fears escalate

  • By CATHY BUSSEWITZ and MARTHA IRVINE - Associated Press

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — At a playground outside a North Texas day care center, giggling preschoolers chase each other into a playhouse. Toddlers scoot by on tricycles. A boy cries as a teacher helps him negotiate over a toy.

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In shadow of Texas gas drilling sites, health fears escalate
Nation

In shadow of Texas gas drilling sites, health fears escalate

  • By CATHY BUSSEWITZ and MARTHA IRVINE - Associated Press
  • Updated

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — At a playground outside a North Texas day care center, giggling preschoolers chase each other into a playhouse. Toddlers scoot by on tricycles. A boy cries as a teacher helps him negotiate over a toy.

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Prosecutors to begin case against Jussie Smollett in Chicago
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Prosecutors to begin case against Jussie Smollett in Chicago

  • By DON BABWIN and SARA BURNETT - Associated Press
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CHICAGO (AP) — Testimony is set to begin Tuesday in the trial of ex-“Empire” actor Jussie Smollett, who prosecutors say staged a homophobic and racist attack in Chicago but whose defense attorney says is “a real victim” of a “real crime.”