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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 7h

Randolph library trustees voted to keep the picture book "Call Me Max" after public comment. #WFDD #libraries #freedomtoread

Dozens speak at Randolph library meeting on children's book about transgender boy

The library's Board of Trustees voted to keep the picture book "Call Me Max" on its shelves, following a community member’s request that it be removed or relocated.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 11h

Greensboro passes a resolution expressing concern about Transco's Southeast Supply Enhancement Project. #WFDD #Greensboro #environment #pipeline

Greensboro passes resolution of concern over controversial natural gas pipeline project

Transco's Southeast Supply Enhancement Project has drawn criticism from advocates who say it could harm the environment of local communities.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 13h

"I was taking in the sunrise at the cemetery near our house. As I paused near the angel statue I saw the light emerging through the trees. A magic moment."

Magic indeed! Thanks to Janice Truemper of Salisbury for this week's Photo of the Week.
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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 16h

Greensboro city employees say they received little notice about a plan to change health care benefits that would raise insurance premiums. #WFDD #Greensboro #HealthCare #Benefits

Greensboro employees voice worries over city plan to change health care benefits

Some city workers say they were given too little notice for a change that includes an increase in health insurance premiums.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 18h

María Corina Machado wins the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for promoting democratic rights in Venezuela. #WFDD #NobelPeacePrize #Venezuela #Democracy

Venezuela's opposition leader María Corina Machado wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize

Venezuela's opposition leader María Corina Machado has won this year's Nobel Peace Prize for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 1d

Forsyth County will forgive up to $5 million in WS/FC school district debt through a dollar-for-dollar match tied to private fundraising. #WFDD #education #schoolfunding

Forsyth County approves conditional debt forgiveness plan for WS/FC schools

Forsyth County will forgive up to $5 million in school district debt through a dollar-for-dollar match tied to private fundraising.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 1d

NC Arts Council awards $11M statewide to support music, folklife and arts education, with significant funding for Guilford and Forsyth counties. #WFDD #ArtsGrants #Folklife

NC Arts Council awards $11M in grants statewide

The grants will boost music, folklife and education programs across the state — with significant support headed to Guilford and Forsyth counties.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 1d

We can't wait to see you tomorrow at Red Oak! We'll be there from 5:30-7:30 and thanks to a generous donation from Red Oak, all Bar Meetup gifts will be matched! Come out and get some great beer, meet WFDD staff and reporters, and support local journalism.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 1d

NC State Health Plan's new CVS Caremark agreement lets it negotiate GLP-1 medications with manufacturers after stopping weight-loss GLP-1 coverage last year. #WFDD #GLP1 #NorthCarolina

NC State Health Plan's new deal with CVS Caremark lets it negotiate for GLP-1s for state employees

North Carolina's State Health Plan stopped providing coverage for GLP-1s for weight loss last year. A new agreement with CVS Caremark lets the plan negotiate directly with manufacturers for the medications.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 1d

State Superintendent Mo Green urged community support for WS/FCS at Knollwood Baptist Church, outlining challenges and a path forward. #WFDD #Education #WSFCS

'Stay the course': State superintendent calls on community to support WS/FCS amid crisis

State Superintendent Mo Green spoke at Knollwood Baptist Church Tuesday night about the headwinds facing the state and school system, and the path forward.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 1d

Matheny narrowly defeated Parker in Greensboro’s District 3 primary. #WFDD #Greensboro #CityCouncil

In Greensboro, Matheny narrowly edges Parker in District 3 primary; recount called in at-large contest

Matheny’s win comes after a summer of controversy. Some have questioned whether his work as president of Downtown Greensboro Inc. should be considered a conflict of interest.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 1d

Rep. Cecil Brockman was arrested Wednesday and charged with statutory rape and indecent liberties with a child. #WFDD #Guilford #Crime #NC

Guilford legislator charged with statutory rape, indecent liberties with a child

Rep. Cecil Brockman was arrested and charged for sexual offenses on Wednesday.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 2d

Primary voters set the field for the Nov. 4 municipal elections; Greensboro and Asheboro mayoral contests are headed to the general. #WFDD #Greensboro #Asheboro #NCPolitics

Mayoral races set for Greensboro and Asheboro after Tuesday's municipal primary

Primary voters headed to the polls Tuesday to set the field for the Nov. 4 general municipal elections.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 2d

One in five high schoolers has had—or knows someone who has had—a romantic AI relationship, according to a national survey. The report also examines bullying and trust in schools. #WFDD #AI #Education

1 in 5 high schoolers has had a romantic AI relationship, or knows someone who has

A national survey of students, teachers and parents shines a light on how the AI revolution is playing out in schools – including when it comes to bullying and a community's trust in schools.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 2d

A $10.1M gift to UNCSA will establish the American Roots Music Institute, creating a Bachelor of Music in American Roots and an undergraduate minor. #WFDD #AmericanRoots #rootsmusic

Largest single gift in UNCSA history yields new roots music program

A $10.1 million gift to the University of North Carolina School of the Arts will be used to establish the American Roots Music Institute. A Bachelor of Music in American Roots will be offered, as well as a minor for undergraduates.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 2d

A $10.1M gift to UNCSA will establish the American Roots Music Institute, creating a Bachelor of Music in American Roots and an undergraduate minor. #WFDD #AmericanRoots #rootsmusic

Largest single gift in UNCSA history yields new roots music program

A $10.1 million gift to the University of North Carolina School of the Arts will be used to establish the American Roots Music Institute. A Bachelor of Music in American Roots will be offered, as well as a minor for undergraduates.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 2d

Air traffic control shortages delayed flights at multiple airports amid the government shutdown. #WFDD #airtravel #flightdelays

The government shutdown keeps snarling air travel. Officials say it could get worse

A dozen facilities saw air traffic control shortages on Monday, delaying flights at several airports. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy blamed "a slight tick-up in sick calls" due to the shutdown.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 2d

Pumpkins are a fall staple with deep botanical roots, though the name is centuries old. #WFDD #pumpkin #history

Pumpkin: A favorite sign of fall, with a bit of shady history

Pumpkins are a harvest symbol and part of our nostalgia for a simpler time. But while the word "pumpkin" has been around for centuries, the plant dates back thousands of years.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 2d

Pumpkins are a fall staple with deep botanical roots, though the name is centuries old. #WFDD #pumpkin #history

Pumpkin: A favorite sign of fall, with a bit of shady history

Pumpkins are a harvest symbol and part of our nostalgia for a simpler time. But while the word "pumpkin" has been around for centuries, the plant dates back thousands of years.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 2d

Officials say school-based telemedicine in Guilford County is reducing chronic absenteeism. #WFDD #telehealth #education #attendance

In Guilford County, officials say school-based telemedicine is reducing chronic absenteeism

A movement fueled by the COVID-19 pandemic, school-based telehealth services are becoming increasingly widespread. In the final installment of a three-part series exploring chronic absenteeism in the region, WFDD’s Amy Diaz visits a Guilford County school where officials say telehealth is making a d

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 3d

SBI confirms probe of Berger challenger Sam Page. State elections officials say the issue involves retention of public documents by a local government unit. #WFDD #NCPolitics #elections

SBI confirms probe of Berger challenger Sam Page

State elections officials say the main issue involves the retention of public documents by a local government unit.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 3d

Bridget Sullivan sued Rep. Harrigan over claims she was 'fired' for comments about Kirk; the complaint says she and Wake Forest mutually agreed to part ways after safety threats. #WFDD #WakeForest #CampusSafety #BridgetSullivan

Former WFU athletic trainer sues Rep. Harrigan for claims she was 'fired' for Kirk comments

The complaint states that Bridget Sullivan and Wake Forest University mutually agreed to part ways after receiving numerous safety threats.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 3d

Forsyth County may forgive up to $5M in WS/FCS debt to spur private donations. #WFDD #Education #SchoolFinance

Forsyth County considers forgiving WS/FCS debt

Forsyth County commissioners are considering forgiving up to $5 million in school district debt — a move meant to spur private donations to WS/FCS.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 3d

Municipal primaries are Tuesday across the Piedmont. Early voting in Guilford County recorded more than 6,500 ballots at four precincts. #WFDD #GuilfordCounty #MunicipalElections #Voting

Tuesday is municipal primary day across the Piedmont

More than 6,500 Guilford County voters cast their ballots during the early voting period at four precincts across the county.

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88.5 WFDD @885wfdd.bsky.social · 3d

Nobel Prize in Physics awarded for discoveries in quantum mechanical tunneling. #WFDD #NobelPrize #quantum

The Nobel Prize for physics is awarded for discoveries in quantum mechanical tunneling

The Nobel committee said that the laureates' work provides opportunities to develop "the next generation of quantum technology, including quantum cryptography, quantum computers, and quantum sensors."

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