Sunday, February 8, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1944, Westray Battle Boyce, who was born in Rocky Mount, was promoted to lieutenant colonel and awarded the Legion of Merit for her distinguished World War II service. No North Carolina woman matched her record. She joined the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps in August 1942, which became the Women’s Army Corps in 1943.

Multiple players on both teams in the Super Bowl have ties to North Carolina. See which ones in today’s Top Stories.

Over the weekend, we gathered our team to connect, celebrate, and consider how we can improve in 2026. On behalf of our entire staff, thank you for reading our email editions, watching our podcast episodes, and sharing us with your friends and family. I’m thankful for you, and I’ve never been more excited about The Flyover! – Cole, CEO

From today’s sponsor, The Stonegate Firm: learn how families are permanently ending timeshare contracts that can last a lifetime and burden future generations through a proven legal exit process.

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Patriots QB Headlines NC Super Bowl Ties

When the Seattle Seahawks meet the New England Patriots today in Super Bowl LX, former University of North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye could become the youngest quarterback to win an NFL title.

New England’s 23-year-old signal caller rose to stardom this season and finished second in balloting for the NFL Most Valuable Player Award on Thursday.

Drake is the youngest of four athletic Maye brothers from the Charlotte area. Their father, Mark, also quarterbacked the Tar Heels in the 1980s.

Maye is just one of many players in the Super Bowl with North Carolina connections. Nine Patriots players have Tar Heel State ties, while the Seahawks boast seven.

Man Pleads Guilty in Slaying of Greensboro Officer

A Winston-Salem man pleaded guilty on Friday to second-degree murder and robbery with a dangerous weapon in the December 2023 shooting death of Greensboro Police Sergeant Philip Dale Nix.

Jamere Justice Foster was sentenced to 25-32 years in prison for the shooting at the Sheetz on Sandy Ridge Road in Colfax. Nix, who was off-duty at the time, approached Foster and the other suspects after they allegedly stole around $85 worth of beer.

Nix served 22 years in the Greensboro Police Department as a financial crimes detective, patrol sergeant, and police training officer.

NC Native, QB Legend Jurgensen Dies at 91

North Carolina native Sonny Jurgensen, an NFL Hall of Fame quarterback, died on Friday at the age of 91.

After playing for New Hanover High School in Wilmington in the early 1950s, Jurgensen lettered at Duke from 1954-1956. A three-year starter, he excelled as a defensive back, quarterback, and punter for the Blue Devils, earning first team All-ACC honors twice and helping Duke win two conference titles and the 1955 Orange Bowl.

Jurgensen was known for his strong arm during his 18-year career with the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Redskins that included five Pro Bowl appearances.

His NFL career and subsequent visits to Wilmington are captured in photos by his hometown newspaper.

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Ending Contracts That Outlive You

Some timeshare agreements are written to last a lifetime and even pass obligations to children. Clients are often surprised to learn this, and our process ensures the burden ends with you. These contracts can create stress not only for owners, but also for future generations who never agreed to take them on.

By securing a legal and permanent exit with the Stonegate Firm, families can protect their loved ones from inheriting unwanted financial obligations.

The Stonegate Firm has helped thousands of families achieve peace of mind through permanent cancellation.

Protect your family’s future. See if your timeshare qualifies for cancellation

➤ Statewide: North Carolina State Auditor Dave Boliek announced a new bipartisan, 22-member commission to help bring North Carolina’s election management system up to date. (More)

➤ Wake County: Wells Fargo plans to lay off 112 people at the company’s corporate office in Raleigh on April 4. (More)

➤ Laurinburg: Two people were charged Friday in connection to the death of a man found inside a vehicle on Feb. 1. (More)

➤ Winston-Salem: One juvenile was killed and another was injured in a single-car crash early Saturday morning. (More)

➤ Asheville: Buncombe County Superior Court Judge Alan Thornburg has ordered the clean up of the now-defunct Mountaineer Inn or the owners will face a potential lien to cover the cost. (More)

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➤ No. 14 UNC men’s basketball erased a 13-point deficit to defeat No. 4 Duke 71-68 after senior guard Seth Trimble hit this buzzer-beating 3-point shot to win the game. (Watch Video)

➤ Wake Forest men’s basketball fell 88-80 to No. 24 Louisville, coached by former Wake Forest assistant Pat Kelsey in his first game back at Joel Coliseum. (More)

➤ Charlotte Hornets star rookie Kon Knueppel will compete in the 2026 Kia Shooting Stars competition on Saturday, Feb. 14. The competition features a handful of the NBA’s best shooters, playing alongside NBA legends. (More)

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Contracts That Last A Lifetime (And Beyond)

Some timeshare contracts are written to last forever, with no natural end date. That means owners could be responsible for rising fees for life, and in some cases, the burden can even be passed down to their children. Instead of offering flexibility, these contracts trap families in obligations they never expected. What once seemed like a vacation plan quickly turns into a generational financial strain.

With years of proven legal expertise, Stonegate has become a trusted leader in timeshare exits.

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➤ Kinston: A former Little Caesars employee was arrested for breaking into one of the chain’s restaurants, before preparing and selling pizzas—then keeping the profits. (More)

➤ Durham: UNC Chapel Hill graduate Dajah Stallings will attend Super Bowl LX as a member of the Seattle Seahawks administrative staff. (More)

➤ Charlotte: Julio the French bulldog is safely back home nearly one year after being stolen from his owner’s car during a move. (More)

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