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Charlotte toddler Annie was watching “Sesame Street” late December when her mom, Amanda, thought she heard Grover say the “F” word. Annie’s dad (my son Thomas) replayed the segment, agreed it was debatable, posted it to Reddit, launching a top listing, 124,000 views, 3,400 comments and an international sensation.

On Valentine’s Day, make your heart happy by attending one of these feel-good events supporting local nonprofits:

Movement, grace and energy are hallmarks of the paintings of Ernie Barnes, a professional football player-turned-artist whose iconic work “Sugar Shack” was featured on a Marvin Gaye album cover and in the credits of the sitcom “Good Times.”

Just in time for Heart Month, KFC is testing its new Cheetos Sandwich in select Triad restaurants.

If you’re happy and you know it, work in Raleigh. That’s the takeaway from a recent survey ranking Raleigh No. 3 on a list of cities with the happiest employees.

As we brace ourselves for 2019, it’s time to make and potentially break our resolutions.

Tesla made headlines recently due to differences in Elon Musk’s questionable profitability and the electric car that is well-known for fossil fuel alternatives and green energy. Here are the three most buzzworthy Tesla updates.

AvidXchange, a company that automates invoices and payment processes for midmarket companies in numerous industries, plans to invest $41 million in Mecklenburg County. Officials said many new positions in software development, finance, marketing and professional services will be added. All in all, that’s at least 1,200 additional jobs for North Carolina.

The debate on when to decorate for Christmas continues in 2018. As an avid Christmas holiday decorator, I start planning for the next Christmas decorating project as soon as the last bulb is placed in a container from the current year.

Running a small business is challenging, but following best practices can help you operate successfully. Go the extra mile with these guidelines:

Many think that winter is for hibernation. But in Sylva, Dillsboro, Cherokee and Cashiers, it is an undiscovered season with limitless offerings perfect for a seasonal getaway.

To conduct the business affairs of a state – or a colony in earlier times – requires a place for leaders to meet. Of course, it has not always been Raleigh.

The 2019 university and college ranking report by WalletHub placed Duke University as the top university in North Carolina and sixth overall in the nation.

The banking landscape continues to evolve nationally and here in NC. Consolidation has led to the disappearance of many community banks. While national banks have their place, they don’t always meet the needs of small to mid-sized companies.

Medicare is the health insurance program run by the federal government that makes it more affordable to pay for health care.

In a blockbuster $34 billion deal, IBM will acquire Red Hat, a Raleigh-based provider of open-source and enterprise IT solutions. Red Hat employs 12,600 people, with 2,000 being housed at its Raleigh headquarters.

Feeling my muscles push, breathing hard, time – all things I took for granted before ALS. Never again. Now I race to feel alive.

You may notice moustaches sprouting on male faces this month. That’s because The Movember Foundation has generated an international awareness in men’s health during the month of November.

The North Carolina State Fair is in full swing, and I’m sure you have your list of things you must eat or do.

How are you celebrating the spooky holiday this year? In addition to the traditional nights of trick-or-treating or attending costume parties, there are many exciting or scary Halloween attractions and events happening throughout the state. From haunted houses and thrilling rides to family-friendly parades and festivals, there’s something fun or freaky for everyone.

Broadway Voices – the only concert series in Central North Carolina that features stars of Broadway shows – returns Nov. 10 to kick off its ninth season. This award-winning series at the Garner Performing Arts Center gained notoriety among performers for audience reception and the venue’s charm.

Charlotte’s brewery scene is booming, and new taprooms are opening throughout the city. Andrew Kalinoski, former head brewer at Sycamore Brewing, is bringing something new to the market. His new brewery, Armored Cow Brewing, plans to specialize in gluten-free beer using non-traditional grains like millet, buckwheat, malted rice and granola.

It was first known as a school for teachers until it became a college. Now, it is one of the state’s foremost universities.

As of the writing of this article, Hurricane Florence has passed through the Carolinas but left a devastating wake in its path. The recovery process will take many years.

Employee recognition is an effective way to improve business in areas like productivity, engagement and retention. Employees who feel appreciated experience more self-worth, work harder and contribute more to their company.

It started with passion. Then the idea. Now you even have the whole business plan with all the details addressed. What you likely do not have is the money. A business pitch competition might just be just the thing to get your startup truly started.

For people who grew up in Eastern North Carolina in the ‘80s, the band Sidewinder is synonymous with great music and good times. Known as “the East Coast’s premier rock and roll powerhouse,” Sidewinder played thousands of gigs and appeared on the nationally syndicated TV show “Star Search.”

Meet Jess Ekstrom, creator of Headbands for Hope.

Before vacay this summer, equip your phone with these three great apps:

Hot summer days are ahead, and sometimes even the pool isn’t refreshing enough. If you are looking for indoor activities to keep out of the sweltering sun, try these ideas: