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Sunday, June 1, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1926, legendary actor Andy Griffith,—best known for his roles as Sheriff Andy Taylor and attorney Ben Matlock—was born in Mount … Continue reading Sunday, June 1, 2025

Saturday, May 31, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1775, representatives of Mecklenburg County signed the Mecklenburg Resolves in response to escalating tensions with Great Britain following the battles … Continue reading Saturday, May 31, 2025

FRIDAY, MAY 30, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1832, American Brig. Gen. George Doherty Johnston was born in Hillsborough. Two days after being promoted to brigadier general in … Continue reading Friday, May 30, 2025

Thursday, May 29, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1810, American politician and Brevet Major General Solomon Meredith was born in Guilford County. Meredith moved to Indiana in 1829 … Continue reading Thursday, May 29, 2025

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1830, President Andrew Jackson signed the Indian Removal Act, paving the way for treaties that forced nearly 50,000 Native Americans … Continue reading Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1925, the worst mining accident in North Carolina history occurred when explosions killed 53 men in Farmville’s Coal Glen mine. … Continue reading Tuesday, May 27, 2025

MONDAY, MAY 26, 2025 Happy Memorial Day! On this day in 1859, High Point was chartered. Its name was inspired by its location at the crossroads of the North Carolina … Continue reading Monday, May 26, 2025

SUNDAY, MAY 25, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1925, the worst mining accident in North Carolina history occurred when explosions killed 53 men in Farmville’s Coal Glen mine. … Continue reading Sunday, May 25, 2025

Saturday, May 24, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1971, NFL defensive end Troy Barnett was born in Jacksonville, North Carolina. A University of North Carolina alum, Barnett played for … Continue reading Saturday, May 24, 2025

FRIDAY, MAY 23, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1924, American baseball player Clyde King was born in Goldsboro. King was a pitcher, scout, pitching coach, manager, and general … Continue reading Friday, May 23, 2025