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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

SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1929, Shawnee rock guitarist Fred Lincoln, aka “Link,” Wray, was born in Dunn. He overcame childhood measles, which weakened his eyesight, … Continue reading Saturday, May 2, 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