Durham Contends Sanctuary Label

The Durham Board of County Commissioners and Durham County Sheriff’s Office released a statement refuting its designation as a sanctuary county after the Department of Homeland Security labeled it a sanctuary jurisdiction Thursday

Officials assert the designation lacks legal or factual basis, maintaining that the county has complied with all laws and cooperated with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

A sanctuary jurisdiction is an area that actively obstructs federal immigration enforcement, which could jeopardize federal funding in the area.

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Impacts State

The smoke of two dozen wildfires in Manitoba, Canada, just north of Minnesota and North Dakota, will impact air quality and could influence weather across the state.

The EPA has forecast Air Quality Index scores of 60-70, a Code Yellow, advising those unusually sensitive to air pollution to limit their time outdoors.

North Carolinians will see hazy skies over the course of the weekend, though visibility won’t be impacted. They may also experience “dirty rain”, a phenomenon where storm fronts interact with smoke in the upper atmosphere, trapping dust particles in the clouds.

Aviation Museum Opens New Exhibit

The Sullenberger Aviation Museum opened its “Aviation City” exhibit yesterday, showcasing commercial and military aircraft while highlighting how flight has shaped cultural and technological shifts in Charlotte and the Carolinas.

Visitors can see a range of aircraft, including a Piedmont Airlines DC-3 and an F-84 Thunderjet, among others. The exhibit also features two flight simulators, one of which is fully wheelchair-accessible.

The exhibit is housed in a renovated 1936 hangar, a $1.5 million project that’s part of a larger $34 million revitalization of the Sullenberger Aviation Museum.

Flying together with our sponsor

➤Monroe: An officer is in stable condition after being wounded in a shootout with an armed suspect who opened fire following a brief car chase. The suspect was later killed during the manhunt. (More)

➤Charlotte: Fourteen-year-old Aishwarya Kallakuri finished in the top four at the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee, advancing to the top six before misspelling “Keighley.” (More)

➤Mebane: City foot traffic has increased 45% since the launch of a social district last year, with local businesses reporting a positive economic impact from the new open-container alcohol policy. (More)

➤Winston-Salem: The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office unveiled its summer strategy to curb juvenile delinquency, including deactivating Lime scooters on select nights, boosting law enforcement visibility, and a possible curfew for minors. (More)

➤Asheville: Norfolk Southern Railway has reached a key Helene recovery milestone by reopening its customer freight line into Western North Carolina, restoring service connections to East Tennessee. (More)

➤Blue Ridge Parkway: The planned full closure and repair of the Blue Ridge Parkway was postponed after Sen. Ted Budd requested a delay in supporting ongoing Hurricane Helene recovery efforts. (More)

Enjoy reading Flyover North Carolina? Click here to share with your friends and family. ✈️

➤ College baseball recap: NC State and Wake Forest won their regional elimination games Saturday. Duke, UNC, and ECU also played later in non-elimination regional matchups. (See Box Scores)

➤ International basketball prospect Luka Bogavac has committed to North Carolina, providing the Tar Heels with a 6’5” guard who averaged 14.9 points as a top-five scorer in the Adriatic League. (More) 

➤ Carolina Hurricanes players Jalen Chatfield, Sean Walker, and Seth Jarvis say they do not plan on undergoing this surgery for the nagging injuries they dealt with throughout the 2025 NHL postseason. (More)

➤ Yesterday’s results: NBA | MLB | WNBA | PGA | LPGA | NCAAB | NCAASB | Soccer | Tennis

Flying together with our sponsor

➤ Say goodbye to dull teeth and expensive dentist visits! The Sonic Glow Brush uses advanced sonic technology to whiten, polish, and deep-clean your teeth in just minutes a day. Enjoy a brighter, healthier smile from home—no harsh abrasives or cords. Order now and transform your oral care routine!

Flying together with our sponsor

Jumpstart your weight loss journey this spring with MedVi’s GLP-1 weight loss medication—now available at a special spring sale price!  Right now get $120 off and free shipping.

No insurance? No problem. You can get started quickly and affordably without the hassle of insurance approval. Clinically proven to curb appetite and support real results, this powerful treatment puts you in control.

Don’t wait—take advantage of this limited-time offer and start shedding pounds with MedVi today!

➤ Coastal Horizons’ Crisis Intervention Services announced the winner of its 10th Annual Duck Derby Fundraiser, awarding her an all-expenses-paid trip to Paris after her rubber duck was selected from more than 20,000 entries. (More)

➤Schiemann Guitars has made nearly 100 custom-made guitars that have shipped worldwide. Some have even been made from wood salvaged from old tobacco barns. (More)

➤ Army First Sergeant Lakeisha London surprised her son at his 5th-grade graduation after a seven-month deployment, reuniting with him following months of secret planning. (More)

Flying together with our sponsor

➤ Revitalize your body with Seaonic’s advanced electrolyte hydration formula—designed to boost energy, support recovery, and keep you hydrated all day long. Perfect for workouts, busy days, or hot weather, this powerful blend helps you feel your best fast. Stay energized, balanced, and refreshed—anytime, anywhere. Try it today!

What was your favorite Andy Griffith series?

1. The Andy Griffith Show
2. Matlock
3. Other
4. Who’s Andy Griffith?

Yesterday’s Results:

What do you call soft drinks?

1. Soda: 37%
2. Coke: 27%
3. Pop: 20%
4. Other: 16%

What was the first state park established in North Carolina?

Show me the answer