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Four colorful cocktails on a wooden table, including a dark purple drink in a tall glass with a pink straw, a clear gin and tonic garnished with lemon, rosemary, and juniper berries, a golden drink with a lemon slice, and a pink cocktail with a salted rim and watermelon garnish.

Food

Meet the 2026 James Beard Award semifinalists from Austin

The 2026 James Beard Award season is upon us, and Austin has nine restaurants + foodies vying for a trophy.

January 21, 2026

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Laura Figi

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Weather

What to know about the possible winter storm ahead

Read up on weather predictions, power outages + travel and safety tips as a winter storm approaches the Charlotte region.

January 21, 2026

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Maria Adnado

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Food

Charlotte chef named city’s only 2026 James Beard Semifinalist

Chef Robin Anthony was the only chef in the Queen City to secure a nomination by the James Beard Awards as one of the best chefs in the Southeast.

January 21, 2026

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Maria Adnado

Food

Raleigh scores three 2026 James Beard Award semifinalists

Once again, Raleigh has been recognized by the illustrious James Beard Awards with three semifinalists named. Last year, the Triangle was home to six semifinalists, but zero nominees.

January 21, 2026

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Allie Remhof

The Hot Weiners sign at The Roast Grill.

City

Step into a time machine: Iconic Raleigh businesses by decade

Journey through local history and travel to another era by visiting these businesses, restaurants, and bars where time stands still.

January 21, 2026

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Allie Remhof

A black-and-white photo of the multistory New Florida Hotel at a street corner, with vintage cars and a church visible in the background.

City

Lakeland in 1926: Look back on a century of history

What did Lakeland look like in 1926? We’re firing up the time machine for a 100-year trip to the past.

January 21, 2026

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Connor Jacobson

Three 2026 James Beard Award semifinalist spots for Asheville

Our area’s chefs and restaurateurs have been recognized with three semifinalist nominations for the coveted culinary awards.

January 21, 2026

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Grace Powers