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History marked
June 12, 1886 Founder of Hanes Knitwear born On June 12 1886 the founder of Hanes Knitwear, James G. Hanes, was born in Winston-Salem. After graduating from the University of North Carolina Hanes returned to […]
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On the rocks or neat, its National Bourbon Day
KINSTON In the United States, where bourbon originates, many are gathering a glass, tossing in some ice and pouring shots of the sweet substance to celebrate National Bourbon Day. There’s something about bourbon that […]
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Entertainment briefs
Back from injury, Lionel Richie to tour with Mariah Carey Lionel Richie is ready to hit the road with Mariah Carey for his “All the Hits” North American tour after a knee injury in March […]
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Short and sweet: Strawberry Shortcake
If you think strawberry shortcake is one of those little pre-packaged cake cups and a bag of flavored syrup you find in the grocery store, then you just don’t know what you’re missing. You’ll love […]
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A new constellation
Today is Flag Day which memorializes June 14, 1777, when the Second Continental Congress passed a resolution calling for the creation of the official United States flag. The resolution read “the flag of the thirteen […]
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Fathers Day Gift Guide
As we enter into the second week of June, the pressure is on for finding that perfect Father’s Day gift.Father’s Day is celebrated from Murphy to Manteo with cookouts and hugs, but gifts are usually […]
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Fathers Day Gift Guide
As we enter into the second week of June, the pressure is on for finding that perfect Father’s Day gift.Father’s Day is celebrated from Murphy to Manteo with cookouts and hugs, but gifts are usually […]
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An afternoon 50 years in the making
RALEIGH Hundreds of Raleigh residents, current and former, gathered at North Hills Thursday hoping for a glimpse of their childhood.The unearthing of a time capsule buried in 1967 was held this week after decades […]
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Wonder Woman Reviews: What the Critics Are Saying
LOS ANGELES (Variety.com) Audiences and critics alike rooted for Warner Bros.’ latest attempt with “Wonder Woman” to leverage DC’s properties to the lofty heights of Marvel, and it appears their goodwill was well-placed. With […]
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The Playlist
June 8-10Cherokee Bluegrass FestivalCherokeeThe festival features nearly two dozen bluegrass artists from across the Southeast. This year’s featured artists include Dailey & Vincent, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent, and Mike Snider (of the Grand Ole […]