The Latest Breaking News from NC

Florida Gardeners Warned: This Invasive Beetle Is Destroying Fruit Trees

Florida’s fruit trees face a relentless enemy that doesn’t care how much you watered, pruned, or fertilized. A tiny invasive beetle now tears through orchards and backyard gardens alike, leaving once-healthy trees wilted and dying in a matter of weeks. Gardeners across the state need to recognize this threat quickly,…

Frugal Gardening · Feb 14

'It doesn't matter': Trump looked very much like a second-term president this week

President Trump uncharacteristically spent much of the week behind closed doors and appeared subdued in public.

Roll Call · Feb 13

Behind the Curtain: Resistance rising

The law of political gravity is starting to apply to Trump.

Axios · Feb 13

House Rules Committee moves to protect Trump's tariffs from congressional disapproval

The House Rules Committee teed up legislation that would again prevent lawmakers from terminating President Donald Trump’s emergency tariffs. 

Roll Call · Feb 10

Homeowners in These 5 States Are Being Fined for Growing These “Invasive” Flowers

Every gardener knows the thrill of finding a gorgeous new plant to add to the yard. But imagine proudly planting a vibrant, eye‑catching flower — only to discover later that your state considers it a botanical outlaw. Suddenly, that innocent bloom becomes a wallet‑draining mistake. And yes, this actually happens.…

Frugal Gardening · Feb 8

Six Flags upgrades Gold Pass benefits that will offer massive savings for its parks

The membership benefit upgrades come as Six Flags parks struggle with attendance

The Independent UK · Feb 6

Eight Best Men’s College Basketball Games to Watch This Weekend

With conference play heating up and teams jockeying for spots on the bubble, here’s where you should focus your attention.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 6

NC State Agriculture Officials Issue New Alert About an Invasive Pest Moving Into Backyards

If you love your yard, your garden, or the peace of soaking up sunshine among your flowers and trees, it’s time for a quick reality check: something unwelcome might be creeping in right under your feet. North Carolina agriculture officials have just issued a fresh alert about an invasive pest…

Frugal Gardening · Feb 2

Driving the Future of Tech: Andronica Klaas’s Vision for Ethical AI and Sustainable Quality Practices

In the relentless pursuit of weaving artificial intelligence into every facet of modern life, from the social media feeds that shape our worldview to the financial systems that underpin our economies

inkl · Feb 2

Conference for Arms Law Scholars

Have your paper critiqued by experts from all perspectives at the 2026 Firearms Law Works-in-Progress Conference

Reason · Jan 30