TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1876, Wilmington’s Temple of Israel—the first synagogue in North Carolina—was formally dedicated, and Solomon Bear, a longtime president and key … Continue reading Tuesday, May 12, 2026

MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 2003, David Toms won the 2003 Wachovia Championship at Quail Hollow, despite a disastrous 8 on the final hole. He … Continue reading Monday, May 11, 2026

SUNDAY, MAY 10, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 2025, a 4.1 magnitude earthquake that struck Greenback, Tennessee, was felt across Western North Carolina, in addition to other parts … Continue reading Sunday, May 10, 2026

SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1923, Johnny Grant was born in Goldsboro—the radio and TV personality who became Hollywood’s beloved honorary mayor and spent decades … Continue reading Saturday, May 9, 2026

FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1953, the Atlantic Coast Conference was founded in Greensboro, when seven Southern Conference schools—Clemson, Duke, Maryland, UNC, NC State, South … Continue reading Friday, May 8, 2026

THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1865, Confederate Gen. James Green Martin surrendered the Army of Western North Carolina at Waynesville, nearly a month after the … Continue reading Thursday, May 7, 2026

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1985, Chris Paul, a 6-foot point guard with 21 years of NBA experience, was born in Winston-Salem. Drafted fourth overall … Continue reading Wednesday, May 6, 2026

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

MONDAY, MAY 4, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1959, Grammy-winning country music singer Randy Travis was born in Marshville. Known for his deep baritone and classic sound, he … 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