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In an uncertain job market, top economists offer advice for incoming NC college students

  • Clayton Henkel

It’s move-in week for college students across North Carolina. And once students have gotten settled into their dorms, their attention will turn to getting the classes needed to fulfill their chosen major. But which career paths are a safe bet in 2026? U.S. employers cut 23,000 jobs in July. Job creation for May and June […]

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Stanly Community College trustee resigns after online post draws accusations of racism

  • Claire Michal

A member of the Stanly County Community College Board of Trustees said Thursday he has resigned from the board after a controversial Facebook sparked public uproar and accusations of racism. Kelly Lowder wrote in a Facebook message to NC Newsline that he decided to resign because the media attention was a distraction to the college […]

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California Legislature passes 'rainy day' fund bill

  • By Madeline Shannon | The Center Square

(The Center Square) – The California Assembly and Senate passed a constitutional amendment on Thursday that would increase the state’s “rainy day” fund from 10% to 20% of general fund revenues.