What does federal recognition mean for the Lumbee tribe, and what's next?

The Pembroke-based Lumbee tribe was federally recognized by Congress in December after a nearly 140-year fight. Here's what's ...

LIVE! A Music Calendar: Ozark Blues Society sends local bands to international competition, line-up announced for Van Cliburn Concert Series at Crystal Bridges

Ozark Blues Society kicks off 2026 with its annual Bound for Beale fundraiser to send regional hopefuls to the final rounds ...
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Casino cruises off Carolina coast compete with new North Carolina gambling options

CALABASH, N.C. (WNCN) — A casino recently opened on North Carolina’s northern border but folks might not realize a casino has been running for years on the state’s border with South Carolina. The ...

Brigitte Bardot’s death trims Billy Joel’s ‘We Didn’t Start the Fire’ list to 3 living names

Brigitte Bardot was the last living woman on the list of 59 people mentioned in the Piano Man's 1989 chart-topper.

Richard Smallwood, Grammy nominated gospel singer, dies at 77

The singer-songwriter was nominated for eight Grammy Awards and is remembered for his songs, "Total Praise" and "Trust Me." ...