Soon, Liu found her little takeout dumpling shop ranked among Bon Appetit magazine's list of the Top 50 New Restaurants of 2019. Although that didn't mean much to her at first.
January 26, 2021
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How You Can Watch the Election 2020 Coverage with a Critical Eye
It's not news to say that the election cycle so far has become as contentious, heated and uncertain as ever. So how can you keep track of Election 2020 news coverage until the results become certain?
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Prison Policy Initiative: Studies Show that Solitary Confinement Linked to Higher Likelihood of Inmate Death
A study from UNC Chapel Hill shows inmates are more likely to die when they spend time in solitary. Previous studies have shown the negative effect solitary has on inmates. This one shows effects last long after inmates leave solitary and even prison. The study says inmates who spend any time in solitary are more likely to die. Solitary confinement leads to higher levels of death by suicide, overdose, and homicide. Wanda Bertram and Andrew Foster of Prison Policy Initiative say action needs to be taken now.
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Must-Have Fall Fashion Pieces: As Told by NC Boutiques
Fall fashion is top-notch. The autumnal color palette is flattering on basically everyone; and, who doesn't love chunky sweaters, leggings and boots?
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Acid Park: How a Tragic Legend Helped Revitalize Downtown Wilson
Up until about 10 years ago, when rounding a certain bend in southwestern Wilson County, you would be greeted with a field of reflective contraptions standing tall amongst the trees. These enormous, striking sculptures, painted in dazzling colors, moved with the wind.
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Are Outdoor Gear Makers in NC Getting a COVID-19 Bump?
Everyone is looking for activities to stay active and healthy and, as a result, the sale of outdoor gear in NC has experienced a huge bump.
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For CBD Genetics Companies in NC, Change Is the Only Constant
When farmers grow crops like corn, tobacco or soybeans, they go to co-ops and commercial suppliers for seeds and seedlings. But hemp farmers? They turn to folks like Matt Spitzer and Chase Werner of Triangle Hemp.
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Impact of Trump’s SCOTUS Pick for North Carolinians: Roe v Wade
With Justice Barrett's confirmation, several high-profile issues hang in the balance. What could overturning Roe v Wade mean for NC?
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Why People Love the Plants and Owners of This Durham Plant Nursery
So why has this plant nursery in east Durham gained such an emotional connection from gardeners in the area? The answer has something to do with venus flytraps, cats and expert advice.
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(Un)churching in the Pandemic: How are NC Churches Doing?
COVID-19 sent churches online. That change might lead you to think it's never been easier to go to church, and that attendance might be up at NC churches. But church attendance across the board has actually dropped.