How To Prevent Freezing Pipes In Your NC Home

Here are things to do that will help prevent pipes from freezing in your home.

We Want To Make Your Favorite Holiday Recipe, North Carolina

Is it a family favorite side dish or a delectable dessert? Patch wants to see what is your sure-fire holiday hit.

Romaine Lettuce Recalled Due To E. Coli Concern Sent To NC

Tanimura & Antle Inc. is voluntarily recalling its packaged single head romaine lettuce sold in 20 states, including North Carolina.

Vigil Planned For 19-Year-Old From NC Missing In California

Sydney "Syd" West, of Chapel Hill, was reported missing weeks ago in California. A vigil will be held Thursday and livestreamed online.

How Likely Are Deer Collisions In North Carolina?

Most animal-involved crashes occur in the fall. Here's how likely it is you'll hit a deer in North Carolina, according to State Farm.

NC Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

Patch is partnering with Ring to honor Local Heroes in your North Carolina community. Here's how you can help.

UFO Sightings In North Carolina: What You’ve Witnessed In 2020

See witness accounts of unidentified flying objects in North Carolina, reported to the National UFO Reporting Center.

2 North Carolina Cities Among Money’s Best Places To Live In 2020

The 50 Best Places To Live offer great jobs, safe streets and homes you can really afford, according to the new ranking.

NC Woman Turns 107, Is Oldest Living US Marine

Dot Cole of Kannapolis turned 107 over the weekend, making her the oldest living U.S. Marine. Here's what the Corps said about her service.

NC Bear Found Scavenging On Remains Of Illinois Camper

Patrick Madura, 43, has been identified as the man whose body was discovered near a campsite at Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Land of Oz: How To Get A Private Tour Of The Quirky Theme Park

Beech Mountain's quirky Wizard of Oz theme park is offering private tours this month. Here's how to book one.

Raleigh Mayor Sets Curfew Ahead Of Anticipated Weekend Protests

The citywide curfew will be in effect Friday and Saturday night, from 10 p.m. until 5 a.m., Raleigh Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin said.

$2M Winning Powerball Ticket Sold Online In North Carolina

The winner of the $2 million Powerball ticket bought online has 180 days to claim it, lottery officials said Thursday.

Frozen Shrimp Sold At NC Costco, Elsewhere May Contain Salmonella

Kirkland and other brand-name frozen shrimp distributed in North Carolina and nationwide recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.

NC Aquarium Turns Pandemic Cleaning Into Cash During Closure

Do you know how much 100 gallons of coins are worth? This North Carolina aquarium is turning pandemic cleaning into cash.

Confederate Monuments In North Carolina: How Many Remain

Since George Floyd’s death on Memorial Day, more than 100 Confederate monuments and symbols have been removed in numerous U.S. states.

UFO Awareness Day: Sightings In North Carolina; What They Saw

Thursday, July 2, is UFO Awareness Day. People all over North Carolina have reported seeing things in the sky they just can’t explain.

Swimming Pool Safety Tips For July 4 In North Carolina

As residents in North Carolina prepare to hit the water for Independence Day, it’s essential to keep safety a top priority.

3 Out of 4 Say Masks Needed In NC COVID-19 Fight: Patch Survey

A survey of NC Patch readers shows masks are affecting personal decisions about where to spend money and how to socialize.

Masks And COVID-19 In North Carolina: Take Our Survey

As COVID-19 continues to spread in NC, officials are considering a possible mask mandate. We want to know what you think.

NC Zoo Set To Reopen With COVID-19 Restrictions: Details

The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro is reopening with COVID-19 restrictions. Here's what zoo officials say you should know before visiting.

NC Speedway Shut Down For Flagrantly Ignoring Mass Gathering Ban

Over the weekend, ACE Speedway in Alamance County held a race with thousands of fans in the stand, ignoring the state's mass gathering ban.

Eagle Dining by Sodexo donates 750 meals to the local Durham com

Eagle Dining by Sodexo at North Carolina Central University (NCCU) donated meals to support front-line Durhamites

NC Coronavirus Survey: Majority Happy With Cooper, Not With Trump

A survey of NC Patch readers shows strong support for Gov. Cooper, and a lack of satisfaction with Trump's performance during the pandemic.

Here’s How Nosy Neighbors Are In North Carolina

When you move into a new place in North Carolina, you’re also buying the neighborhood and neighbors who may be getting up in your business.

Eagle Dining by Sodexo donates 250 meals to healthcare workers

Eagle Dining at North Carolina Central University (NCCU) donated over 250 boxed meals to support local health care workers

Asheville Retirement Community Determined to Help Those in Need

Residents & staff at Givens Estates are making a difference, one mask at a time.

Fox News: Papers Kept Disappearing. Here's How Man Caught Culprit

Newspapers began piling up in a North Carolina man’s yard, but he couldn’t believe his eyes when he caught the culprits in the act.

Last Mule On Outer Banks So Stubborn He Refuses To Die

"Raymond, the mule who thinks he's a mustang," was thought dead, but fought off a younger stallion for a harem of mares. But he's sterile.

Alligator Scare In North Carolina Town Prompts Police Warning

An alligator was captured, tagged and released back to a canal in a residential neighborhood; some said that’s just not right.

North Carolina Solar Eclipse 2017: Where To Watch

Check out where to watch the total solar eclipse in North Carolina on Aug. 21.