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Villa Named Interim Director of North Carolina Zoo

North Carolina Zoo Mourns the Passing of Director Pat Simmons

Dr. Craig Friend to Discuss New Book 'Becoming Lunsford Lane' on June 24 at N.C. Capitol

Exploring 250 Years of Freedom: K-12 Educators From Around the State Selected for the America 250 NC Teacher Fellowship

Nomination Deadline Extended for 2025 North Carolina Awards

The nomination period for the 2025 North Carolina Award, the highest civilian honor bestowed by the state, has been extended to April 15.

Joseph Hiatt Named First Superintendent of Yellow Mountain State Natural Area

Joseph Hiatt has been promoted to park superintendent of Yellow Mountain State Natural Area in Avery and Mitchell counties, the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation announced.

Governor Josh Stein Announces Tar Heel Artists to Receive North Carolina Heritage Awards

Governor Josh Stein announced today that six traditional artists or groups will receive the 2025 North Carolina Heritage Awards for their lifetime contributions to the state’s cultural vitality. The N.C. Heritage Award is the state’s highest honor for traditional artists.

2025 Eastern NC Regional Braille Challenge Set for Feb. 17

The State Library of North Carolina Accessible Books and Library Services (ABLS) is thrilled to announce the upcoming 2025 Eastern NC Regional Braille Challenge, a compelling event that promises to highlight the talents and achievements of blind and visually impaired students in the realm of

Prominent Civil Rights Attorney James Walker Jr., to be Featured on N.C. Highway Historical Marker

James Robert Walker Jr., a prominent civil rights attorney from northeastern North Carolina, soon will be recognized with a North Carolina Highway Historical Marker.

Pam Brewington Cashwell Sworn in as Secretary of N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Friday at the North Carolina Museum of Art, Pamela Brewington Cashwell took the oath of office as secretary of the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Cashwell was joined by her husband, David Cashwell and sons as N.C.