Sunday, November 2, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1769, North Carolina’s legislature signed a nonimportation agreement to protest British taxes, possibly the first legislative act of the Revolutionary War. This, along with the Halifax Resolves of 1776, inspired the state’s “First in Freedom” slogan.

In today’s Top Stories and Et Cetera, a state lawmaker resigns amid serious allegations, and a Fuquay-Varina brewery that started in a small airport hangar takes flight with a restored WWII-era plane bar.

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North Carolina Democrat Lawmaker Resigns

State Rep. Cecil Brockman, a Democrat from High Point, has resigned following charges of statutory rape and indecent liberties with a minor.

Brockman said he’s stepping down to focus on his legal defense, while House Speaker Destin Hall said the resignation “spares the House from a difficult expulsion process and brings closure to this troubling chapter.”

Brockman’s seat will remain vacant until Democratic leaders in Guilford County appoint a replacement to serve the remainder of his term.

Manhunt for NC Murder Suspect Expands

Police are searching for a 24-year-old man accused of killing his grandmother and stabbing a Craven County deputy before fleeing into the woods, prompting a multi-county manhunt.

Deputies say he was spotted on a trail camera near Vanceboro, and the search has now expanded into Beaufort County.

Residents are urged to check surveillance footage and call 911 with any information.

Highlands Food & Wine Festival Returns

Highlands will host its 10th annual Food & Wine Festival this month, celebrating regional chefs, award-winning wines, and live music across four days.

Set on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau, the event features tastings, pop-up dinners, and performances from Grammy-award winners.

Festivalgoers can enjoy mountain views, local flavors, and a weekend of food, drink, and music in the heart of the Blue Ridge. See the full event schedule here.

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➤ Statewide: Friendly reminder: Daylight saving time ended at 2 a.m. If you haven’t already, set your clocks back one hour to get back on schedule! (More)

➤ Asheville: Code Purple season began Saturday, with shelters opening on nights when temperatures drop below freezing or during weather-related emergencies. (See Locations)

➤ Lee County: A deputy fatally shot a 13-year-old accused of killing his grandmother after the teen charged at him with a piece of lumber during a chase. (More)

➤ East Charlotte: A person was seriously injured on Friday after a tree fell onto an apartment building, damaging four units and trapping the victim under debris. (More)

➤ Raleigh: The City of Oaks Marathon returns today, bringing runners downtown and prompting multiple road closures throughout the day. (See Details)

➤ Greenville: ECU Health’s Jennifer Congleton, Mattox Piscorik, and Deborah Coleman received the North Carolina Governor’s Volunteer Service Award, recognizing outstanding community contributions through volunteerism. (More)

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➤ The Carolina Panthers visit the Green Bay Packers at 1 p.m. today, with quarterback Bryce Young returning to the lineup after missing one game due to an ankle injury. (More)

➤ Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball is being fined $35,000 by the NBA for making an obscene gesture at an official during a recent Hornets’ loss. (More)

➤ Carolina Hurricanes star Seth Jarvis has returned to the ice after suffering a scary-looking lower-body injury on Thursday. (More)

➤ Duke’s Nate Sheppard rushed for a 3-yard touchdown with 40 seconds left, and the Blue Devils converted the two-point attempt for a 46-45 win at Clemson. (Watch Video)

➤ NC State upset previously unbeaten No. 8 Georgia Tech 48-36 as running back Jayden Scott rushed for 196 yards and a touchdown, while Wake Forest fell 42-7 to Florida State. (See Scores)

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➤ The season’s first snow blanketed trees atop Mount Mitchell on Thursday morning as a cold front swept through the North Carolina mountains. (See Photos)

➤ Fuquay-Varina’s Aviator Brewing Company has expanded from a homebrew hangar into a thriving food and beverage enterprise featuring restaurants, live music, and a restored World War II plane bar. (More)

➤ A Wrightsville Beach homeowner built a 40-foot airplane in his yard for Halloween, raising money for Children’s Flight of Hope. (See Photos)

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