Amid its second financial crisis in five years, Guilford College faculty hatched a radical plan to run the school by Quaker-inspired councils.
May 2025
‘We Just Want to Celebrate’
The owners of Freeman’s Grub & Pub returned to Greensboro after leaving to focus on their mental health. Now they’re celebrating a decade.
Judge Orders Columbus County Sheriff to Release Additional Records
The judge directed the county to grant access to public records about former sheriff Jody Greene.
U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards Accused of Hitting Man At Rotary Event
The rumor mill has been churning over allegations Edwards struck an audience member at the “Peace in Action” conference.
Despite Problems, N.C. Officials Choose Horne LLP to Run Disaster Relief Efforts
The Mississippi-based firm was cited for communications breakdowns when it ran ReBuild NC.
The Activist Who Persuaded Republicans To Target Trans Rights
The GOP’s current trans obsession wasn’t inevitable—or even likely. But Terry Schilling saw the possibilities. And he had data.
Jefferson Griffin Lost. The Reputation of State Courts Might Be the Biggest Loser.
The six-month challenge did more than rekindle long-simmering partisan debates over election administration. It also raised questions about the state’s judiciary.
Searching For Michael Jordan in Wilmington
The NBA superstar has become a global icon and billionaire. But you have to strain to find signs of him in his hometown.
Long Live the Archives
A UNC team dedicated to coordinating data management has taken on new importance as Trump removes repositories.
Saying Goodbye to St. Andrews University
To the dozens of alumni who attended the school’s final graduation ceremony, it felt more like a funeral.