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Stories about N.C. told in 200 words. To receive the stories, just SIGN UP here:http://www.ncdcr.gov/thisdaync. That’s the gist of “This Day in North Carolina History.” Written to be read aloud on radio. Delivered as daily blogs with … more
September 17, 1787 became the birthday of the U.S. Constitution when delegates to the Constitutional Convention, convened in Philadelphia, met for the last time to sign the document they had created. North Carolina became the 12th of the thirteen … more
By Sandra Cook, NC NIE School’s starting! How do I know? Newspapers tell me so. Ads feature “Back to School” sales. Photos feature parents and children at bus stops and in classrooms, and teachers are shown setting up rooms … more
By Sandra Cook, NC Newspapers in Education The anniversary of the March on Washington held August 28, 1963 offers parents and teachers a “teachable moment.” One example found on the web describes a NC parent, a father from Statesville, age 40, … more
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