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1+ hour, 45+ min ago (228+ words) South Carolina Upstate Spartans (6-5) at North Carolina Tar Heels (8-1) Chapel Hill, North Carolina; Saturday, 2 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Tar Heels -28.5; over/under is 147.5 BOTTOM LINE: No. 14 North Carolina takes on South Carolina Upstate after Caleb Wilson scored 20 points in North Carolina's 81-61 win against the Georgetown Hoyas. The Tar Heels have gone 6-0 in home games. North Carolina is 7-1 in games decided by 10 points or more. The Spartans are 1-4 on the road. South Carolina Upstate scores 79.7 points and has outscored opponents by 9.8 points per game. North Carolina averages 8.0 made 3-pointers per game, 1.9 more made shots than the 6.1 per game South Carolina Upstate allows. South Carolina Upstate has shot at a 45.6% clip from the field this season, 8.8 percentage points above the 36.8% shooting opponents of North Carolina have averaged. TOP PERFORMERS: Luka Bogavac averages 1.9 made 3-pointers per game for the Tar Heels, scoring 12.2 points…...

3+ hour, 9+ min ago (974+ words) Reliable Car Locksmith Solutions in Wilmington Wilmington, United States " December 11, 2025 / Nova Locksmith / For residents of Wilmington and the neighboring areas, locating a trustworthy "locksmith near me automotive" is crucial. Nova Locksmith has cultivated a strong reputation for its quality services and customer-focused approach. Their commitment to excellence is apparent in every task they undertake, whether it is a straightforward key duplication or a complex ignition repair. Reliable Car Locksmith Solutions in Wilmington Wilmington, United States " December 11, 2025 / Nova Locksmith / In Wilmington, Nova Locksmith has positioned itself as" Wilmington Locksmith for All Your Needs Wilmington, United States " December 11, 2025 / Tiger Locksmith / Located in the vibrant city of Wilmington, Delaware," Discover the Best Hair Highlighting Techniques at Our Salon Bethesda, United States " December 11, 2025 / Kylie Studio Salon / Kylie Studio Salon is" Expert Garage Door Solutions from EZ2FIX Elmwood Park, United States " December 11, 2025 / EZ2FIX / EZ2FIX has positioned itself as…...

5+ hour, 44+ min ago (1058+ words) Christmas dinner doesn't always mean turkey and stuffing, especially when you live near the ocean. North Carolina's coastal communities have created their own delicious holiday traditions centered around fresh seafood caught right from local waters. From crispy fried flounder to buttery steamed oysters, these restaurants serve up Christmas feasts that celebrate the bounty of the Atlantic while bringing families together for memorable meals that taste like home. Fried seafood perfection awaits at this legendary spot where the Calabash cooking style was practically invented. Golden-brown shrimp, flounder, and scallops emerge from the kitchen with that signature light batter that made this small fishing village famous worldwide. Christmas here means heaping platters piled high with everything the ocean offers, served family-style so everyone gets a taste of coastal tradition. Located at 1125 River Rd, Calabash, NC 28467, this restaurant transforms holiday dinners into crunchy,…...

8+ hour, 59+ min ago (242+ words) WILMINGTON, N.C. Wilmington small business owner Jessica Bichler filed for candidacy in N.C. Senate District 7, announcing her bid for a seat Democrats view as a key opportunity to break the Republican supermajority in 2026. District 7 encompasses most of New Hanover County and represents one of the Democrats" best chances to pick up a Senate seat in the next election cycle. "I"m not a career politician, I"m a working mother," Bichler said. "I"m stepping forward because our community deserves leadership focused on real solutions. I"m ready to fight for an affordable, safe, and healthy New Hanover for all, and I"m excited to get to work." "New Hanover families deserve a senator who will always put their needs first and fight for better opportunities and prosperity for the entire region," Batch said. "Jessica Bichler will bring with her energy, integrity,…...

10+ hour, 24+ min ago (73+ words) A North Carolina woman left her front yard Christmas tree half-decorated after immigration agents questioned men helping her. The unfinished tree stands as a symbol of the immigration crackdown. What happened when immigration agents showed up at this North Carolina woman's house A North Carolina woman left her front yard Christmas tree half-decorated after immigration agents questioned men helping her. The unfinished tree stands as a symbol of the immigration crackdown....

10+ hour, 34+ min ago (219+ words) The 2025 NCHSAA 2A Football Championship will feature a titanic showdown between two small-school dynasties when the undefeated Tarboro Vikings (14-0) face the surging Murphy Bulldogs (12-2) Saturday night at Moretz Stadium in Hickory. Tarboro, last year's 1A state champion, brings a dominant 24-game winning streak into the final after dismantling Warren County 40-0 in the semifinals. The Vikings will face a formidable challenge from Murphy, a defending 1A quarterfinalist that has caught fire with 10 consecutive victories, including a defensive masterclass in its 14-2 semifinal win over Starmount. Both programs have championship pedigrees and contrasting styles that should make for a compelling battle as they compete for the 2A crown under the lights in what promises to be one of North Carolina's most anticipated high school championship matchups of the season. Opening kickoff is set for 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 13 with a live TV broadcast on NFHS Network. " WATCH:…...

10+ hour, 36+ min ago (60+ words) Check out some of the homes that are decorated for the holidays in the Tylan neighborhood of Wilmington in 2025. Check out some of the homes that are decorated for the holidays in the Tylan neighborhood of Wilmington in 2025. Check out some of the homes that are decorated for the holidays in the Tylan neighborhood of Wilmington in 2025....

12+ hour, 47+ min ago (87+ words) WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A woman was found inside a home with a gunshot wound on Friday, Dec. 12, according to the Wilmington Police Department (WPD). Officers responded to a 911 call at around 3:30 p.m. in the 600 block of Bladen Street. EMS personnel took the woman to hospital. No word yet on her current condition. WPD officials said the incident is under investigation. Anyone with information is encouraged to call WPD at 910-343-3600 or text anonymously via the Tip 411 app....

15+ hour, 58+ min ago (319+ words) The Salvation Army Delaware is calling on the community to help ensure hundreds of children in need have a gift to open this holiday season. The organization's Angel Tree Program provides toys and gifts to families in need, and this year, officials said 856 families, representing 1,805 children, have signed up for assistance." Despite donations so far, the Salvation Army shared that they are still in urgent need of 2,110 toys by Monday, December 15, for 422 children ages 0 to 12. The organization especially needs toys for boys and girls ages 9 to 12. The monetary equivalent of the 422 is $50,640, or roughly $120 per child." "No child should be forgotten at Christmas,said"Captain Cristina Spencer"of The Salvation Army Wilmington Corps.We need community members, local businesses, and civic groups to step up, adopt angels, and donate unwrapped gifts right away. Salvation Army listed ways you can spread…...

19+ hour, 40+ min ago (288+ words) Former Cleveland Browns head coach Freddie Kitchens has been fired as the offensive coordinator for the North Carolina Tar Heels, according to reports. Kitchens, who joined UNC's program in 2023, just finished his first season as OC under head coach Bill Belichick. The Tar Heels' offense averaged 288.8 yards per game this season, which ranked 129th out of 134 Division I FBS teams. UNC finished the season with a 4-8 record. Kitchens previously served as the Tar Heels' interim head coach in the Fenway Bowl in 2024 after head coach Mack Brown was fired. Prior to that, he served as UNC's run game coordinator and tight ends coach for the 2023 and 2024 seasons. Before UNC, Kitchens spent one season as a senior football analyst for the South Carolina Gamecocks in 2022. He previously coached 16 seasons in the NFL from 2006 to 2021, including two seasons with the Browns in 2018 and…...