David Klien

TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1881, Vance County was formed from parts of Granville, Warren, and Franklin counties, named after Gov. Zebulon B. Vance. Henderson, … Continue reading Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Sunday, May 3, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1775, Revolutionary patriot John Harvey of Perquimans County died from a fall off his horse. A fierce opponent of British … Continue reading Monday, May 4, 2026

Sunday, May 3, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1775, Revolutionary patriot John Harvey of Perquimans County died from a fall off his horse. A fierce opponent of British … Continue reading Sunday, May 3, 2026

FRIDAY, MAY 1, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1966, American rock bassist Johnny Colt (born Charles Brandt) was born in Cherry Point. Colt played with the Black Crowes … Continue reading Friday, May 1, 2026

THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1945, Beaufort native and NASA astronaut Michael J. Smith was born. A U.S. Navy captain and Vietnam veteran with more … Continue reading Thursday, April 30, 2026

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 2006, the Houston Texans selected NC State’s Mario Williams, a 6-foot-6, 292-pound standout, with their first overall pick in the … Continue reading Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1993, legendary NC State basketball coach Jim Valvano, “Jimmy V,” died of cancer at the age of 47. Valvano led … Continue reading Tuesday, April 28, 2026

MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1916, baseball Hall of Fame outfielder Enos “Country” Slaughter was born near Roxboro. Slaughter rose from farm roots to become … Continue reading Monday, April 27, 2026

Sunday, April 26, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1985, tennis player John Isner was born in Greensboro. The 6-foot-10 right-hander turned professional in 2007 and won 16 Association … Continue reading Sunday, April 26, 2026

SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1862, Union forces opened a heavy bombardment on Fort Macon from land and sea. Outmatched by superior artillery, the Confederate … Continue reading Saturday, April 25, 2026