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They’re Betting You Won’t Bother. Prove Them Wrong.

Nora Webb In 2024, 6,800 people cast early ballots at UNC Greensboro. Another 6,487 voted early at NC A&T. If you went looking for either site this year, you didn’t find them. On July 21, the Guilford County Board of Elections voted 4–1 for a 2026 early voting plan with seventeen sites and not one on a college campus, despite students coming to meeting after … Continue reading They’re Betting You Won’t Bother. Prove Them Wrong.

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Missed the Registration Deadline? You Can Still Vote Early

Nora Webb If the Oct. 9 voter registration deadline passed you by, don’t worry—you haven’t missed your chance! Through Saturday, Oct. 31, you can register and vote at any early voting site in your county. Same-day registration is one of the easiest ways for students to vote this fall. Here’s what you need to know. When and where Early voting began Thursday, Oct. 15, and … Continue reading Missed the Registration Deadline? You Can Still Vote Early

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North Carolina Folk Festival Coming Up September 18th, 19th, and 20th

Lydia Weinberger, Arts & Entertainment Editor History  The North Carolina Folk Festival (NC Folk Festival) is a nonprofit 501c3 that has provided a free and vibrant music festival to the people of Greensboro and 100,000-plus visitors each fall since 2018. Inspired by the National Folk Festival (which was hosted in Greensboro from 2015–2017), the NC Folk Festival turns downtown into a hub of art, music, dance, and food that is a must-attend for those in … Continue reading North Carolina Folk Festival Coming Up September 18th, 19th, and 20th

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​​Why the Mountains Need to be Protected 

Sades Carroll Western North Carolina (WNC) is home to more than 4,000 plant species and thousands of animal species that live on the land. The region is home to around 1.5 million residents and to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most visited national park in the country, with 11.5 million visitors. It is a place of natural beauty visited during all seasons of the year and includes many endearing locations like the Biltmore Estate, a popular landmark that has thousands of weddings and banquets. The Blue Ridge Parkway holds over 100 different overlooks and hiking trails within the North Carolina portion of the parkway. There are around 500 natural … Continue reading ​​Why the Mountains Need to be Protected 

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North Carolina Remains Without a State Budget 

Kaylee Roberts, Senior Staff Writer  North Carolina remains the last state in the country without a finalized state budget months after its expected deadline. This leaves funding decisions unresolved, as well as increased concerns about the broader impact on public services and higher education. As lawmakers continue negotiations, it is important that UNC Greensboro staff and students pay close attention to how state level delays could affect the future.  A … Continue reading North Carolina Remains Without a State Budget 

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North Carolina’s 2026 U.S. Senate Race has Begun 

Jessi Rae Morton, News Editor  The 2026 midterm election season promises to be an intense one in many ways. All members of the U.S. House of Representatives and one third of seats in the Senate will be on the ballot in November 2026, along with a wide range of state and local positions. One of the most watched races is likely to be the North … Continue reading North Carolina’s 2026 U.S. Senate Race has Begun 

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Conservation Partnership Between Guilford College and Piedmont Land Conservancy 

Jessi Rae Morton, News Editor  In June 2025, Guilford College and the Piedmont Land Conservancy announced a conservation partnership designed to protect 120 acres known as Guilford Woods. Under the agreement, Piedmont Land Conservancy (PLC) will purchase the development rights to the land, preventing it from being developed in the future. Guilford College retains ownership, and PLC will raise money over the next couple of … Continue reading Conservation Partnership Between Guilford College and Piedmont Land Conservancy 

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The Current State of the Supreme Court Race in North Carolina 

Sergio Guerra, Sports Editor/Photographer   (Image from USA Today) 14 APRIL 2025 – The race for a seat on the North Carolina Supreme Court remains a fiercely contested legal battle between Democratic incumbent Allison Riggs and Republican candidate Jefferson Griffin. The 2024 election saw Allison Riggs win by a narrow margin of 734 votes, a result validated through multiple recounts. However, Jefferson Griffin – who … Continue reading The Current State of the Supreme Court Race in North Carolina 

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Ongoing Hurricane Recovery in Western North Carolina

Jessi Rae Morton, News Editor  Image from Colby Rabon / Carolina Public Press As widely reported in Fall 2024, Hurricane Helene moved through the Carolinas on the night of Thursday and into Friday, Sept. 26-27, 2024. The storm caused extensive flood and wind damage, and many of the most devastated areas were in Western North Carolina (WNC) and Tennessee. While some areas are beginning to … Continue reading Ongoing Hurricane Recovery in Western North Carolina

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North Carolina State Election Results Are In 

Jessi Rae Morton, News Editor While much reporting and social media activity remains focused on federal-level election results, North Carolina state and local Guilford County races have also been called. These down ballot elections have important implications for the UNC Greensboro community and the state.  Although Donald Trump did carry North Carolina in the presidential race, Democrats won several state level positions. Josh Stein has … Continue reading North Carolina State Election Results Are In 

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