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  • Teen honors Hispanic heritage using jewelry

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    CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A family tradition in Charlotte is shining this Hispanic Heritage Month.

    Valentino Patria, a 13-year-old jewelry maker, is using tagua seeds from palm trees in South America to honor his Latin American roots while helping children thousands of miles away.

    What You Need To Know

    • Valentino Patria uses tagua seeds from palm trees in South America to create brightly colored jewelry 

    • Patria says he learned the craft from his mother and grandmother when he was 4 and that his pieces tell his family’s story

    • A portion of proceeds from Generation Jewelry go toward feeding children in Peru 



    “I normally try to mix the pieces and then see what colors match what colors,” he said.

    Patria designs brightly colored necklaces and bracelets and says the colored seeds are not just beads used for jewelry, they’re also pieces that tell his family’s story.

    “My grandma and my mom used to do this jewelry business, so I said, ‘well, why not continue it, right?’ Because my mom and my grandma had expertise,” Patria said, “and that’s why I called it Generation Jewelry, because it was passed down from my grandma to my mom to me, and now my brother joined.”

    Patria first learned the craft at 4 years old and says his favorite memory was helping his grandmother carry the supplies and learn how to make the jewelry.

    “I love it because I think it kind of feels like a family tradition,” Patria said.

    Patria’s mother, Paola Vargas, carried on the family’s craft and says teaching Patria has been about more than jewelry.

    “Many years ago, my mom had started it in Colombia. Part of me passing it on to them is experiences that I’ve had in life, that they can learn from and they can continue until it’s time for them to live through them,” Vargas said.

    With Venezuelan, Peruvian and Colombian roots, Patria threads his family’s past into the future and says every piece carries his culture and his heart.

    “In my heart, it feels it feels like I’m continuing the legacy. You know, it feels like the next generation. And I really want to be that next jewelry maker for my family,” Patria said.

    Part of the proceeds from Generation Jewelry helps feed children in Peru, a mission that connects Patria more deeply to his heritage.

    For more information about Generation Jewelry, visit the website here.

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  • The politics of college athletics

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    On this week’s episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum talks with Matt Brown from Extra Points. 

    As the college football season heats up, we are talking about the politics of college athletics, from NIL and conference realignment to even video games. Will politicians intervene? 

    We tackle it all with the founder and publisher of Extra Points, which tackles all things college sports off the field.

    About the Podcast

    With the speed of the local news cycle, it’s easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just a sound bite. North Carolina’s veteran reporter and anchor, Tim Boyum, loosens his signature bow tie to give listeners a glimpse behind the curtain, showing us who these power players really are and why they do what they do. Through Tim’s candid conversations on “Tying It Together,” his guests reveal their most fascinating life stories, passions, and help all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our communities.

    Listen and Subscribe

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    Join the Conversation

    Do you have any thoughts or questions for Tim? Weigh in on X with the hashtag #TyingItTogetherNC. Afterward, rate the podcast and leave a review to tell us what you think!

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  • Be their guest: ‘Beauty and the Beast’ takes stage at DPAC

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    One of the longest-running shows in the history of Broadway is now playing right here in the Tar Heel state. 

    Based on the 1991 Disney film, “Beauty and the Beast,” the play has been enchanting audiences on stages around the world for more than 25 years.

    And now the magic has made its way to the Durham Performing Arts Center, where they want you to be their guest.

    Kathy Voytko, who plays Mrs. Potts, spoke with Spectrum News 1 about playing the well-known role from the classic.

    “Beauty and the Beast” continues its run at DPAC through Sept. 14. Tickets start at $55. 

     Next, the show will also be playing at the Tanger Center in Greensboro from Sept. 23 – 28.

     

     

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  • Thom Tillis on Trump conflict and death threats he’s received

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    On this week’s episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum travels to Cornelius to meet with U.S. Senator Thom Tillis.

    There they talk about his debate with President Donald Trump and his decision to retire. Tillis talks in-depth about the conversations with Trump, his decision not to run for re-election and the death threats he has received in recent years. 

    They also walk the mountain bike path that led to his political career in the first place.

    About the Podcast

    With the speed of the local news cycle, it’s easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just a sound bite. North Carolina’s veteran reporter and anchor, Tim Boyum, loosens his signature bow tie to give listeners a glimpse behind the curtain, showing us who these power players really are and why they do what they do. Through Tim’s candid conversations on “Tying It Together,” his guests reveal their most fascinating life stories, passions, and help all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our communities.

    Listen and Subscribe

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    Join the Conversation

    Do you have any thoughts or questions for Tim? Weigh in on X with the hashtag #TyingItTogetherNC. Afterward, rate the podcast and leave a review to tell us what you think!

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  • EV fast charging expands in North Carolina

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    CHARLOTTE, N.C. – North Carolina’s electric vehicle market continues to accelerate.

    What You Need To Know

    • Koulomb recently opened a 12-charging station depot off I-485 in south Charlotte
    • Ionna has set up similar concepts known as “Rechargeries” in Garner and Apex
    • More than 112,000 EVs were registered in North Carolina as of February, according to NCDOT


    More than 112,000 EVs were registered in the state as of February, a nearly 40% increase from the same time last year, according to the North Carolina Department of Transportation.

    As more drivers make the switch to electric, fast-charging networks are expanding across the state.

    Charlotte area-based company, Koulomb, has several fast-charging stations across the Queen City.

    It recently opened a charging depot off I-485 in south Charlotte. It’s equipped with 12 fast-chargers and allows drivers to re-charge their electric vehicles in about 15 minutes under a solar canopy.

    “We can have 12 cars here at once,” Co-founder Jeff Constantineau said. “We haven’t seen that yet, but I imagine that day will come at some point.”

    The site, which looks a bit like a gas station, has been at least two years in the making.

    “It took a long time,” Constantineau said. “But there was a lot of work to be done here, and we pride ourselves in quality and we have to do the job right.”

    Constantineau says the location helps accelerate the company’s goal to settle EV owners’ worries about driving long distances, otherwise known as “range anxiety.”

    “This is a in-a-pinch solution,” Constantineau said. “Eighty percent of charging should be done at the home and in the garage. This 20% solution is really to fill that gap and provide customers more confidence to buy the EV and take the extra step.”

    He admits not every driver has access to a charger at home or at work. And as of February, there are just under 2,000 public charging stations across North Carolina, not including Tesla chargers, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.

    “The technology is constantly improving,” Constantineau said. “Right now, we’re just throwing a pretty big band aid on a problem that’s occurring in the Southwest.”

    On the other side of the state, Ionna, which is a partnership between eight of the world’s top automakers, has set up similar concepts known as “Rechargeries” in Garner and Apex.

    The expansion of charging networks in North Carolina comes as President Donald Trump’s so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” will end a $7,500 federal EV tax credit at the end of September.

    Constantineau says he’s uncertain about the impact that will have on his business.

    “We got involved in this business because drive EVs, and we just believe it to be the better technology,” Constantineau said. “It’s more fun to drive. They don’t break down, the cost of ownership is super low… we believe in the technology.”

    Constantineau says they’re showing no sign of pumping the brakes on expanding their charging network across the state.

    “We’re going to build two more [depots],” Constantineau said. “I think we’ll build another two that aren’t depots, that are just kind of four spaces, and then we’ll probably pause for a little while and just watch customer feedback.”

    Koulomb currently has nine charging stations across the southeast U.S., including North Carolina, Virginia and Georgia.

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  • Weather and safety alerts available in the Spectrum News app

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    Severe weather and safety push alerts are available in the Spectrum News app.

    What You Need To Know

    • Alert options include lightning, precipitation alerts, watches, warnings and advisories

    • You can enable your device location, or you can manually enter a location 

    • Choose the category of alerts you want to receive

    • You can change your selections at any time 

    • Download the Spectrum News App

    The alerts allow you to get advanced notice of various weather conditions in and around your location.

    You can opt in to get alerts that tell you when lightning strikes near you, when rain or snow is going to start at your location, as well as an array of advisories, watches and warnings.

    How to choose your alerts

    1. Go to settings and select manage notifications. 

    2. Select the Weather option.

    3. Here, you can indicate if you want to receive alerts for lightning near your location and alerts for when rain or snow starts near you.

    4. When you select the Weather and Safety Alerts, you will see 3 options to choose from.

    The first option, Severe Watches and Warnings Only, includes only critical alerts like tornado, snow, hurricane and flood warnings.

    The second option adds watches and more warnings for conditions like extreme heat and cold, lake-effect snow, air quality, coastal flooding and more.

    The third option allows you to select all advisories, watches and warnings issued by the National Weather Service. Here is a list of alerts with definitions.

    Keep in mind that some alerts could come overnight, so consider that when you make your selection. You can change your selections at any time.  

     

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  • Weather and safety alerts available in the Spectrum News app

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    Severe weather and safety push alerts are available in the Spectrum News app.

    What You Need To Know

    • Alert options include lightning, precipitation alerts, watches, warnings and advisories

    • You can enable your device location, or you can manually enter a location 

    • Choose the category of alerts you want to receive

    • You can change your selections at any time 

    • Download the Spectrum News App

    The alerts allow you to get advanced notice of various weather conditions in and around your location.

    You can opt in to get alerts that tell you when lightning strikes near you, when rain or snow is going to start at your location, as well as an array of advisories, watches and warnings.

    How to choose your alerts

    1. Go to settings and select manage notifications. 

    2. Select the Weather option.

    3. Here, you can indicate if you want to receive alerts for lightning near your location and alerts for when rain or snow starts near you.

    4. When you select the Weather and Safety Alerts, you will see 3 options to choose from.

    The first option, Severe Watches and Warnings Only, includes only critical alerts like tornado, snow, hurricane and flood warnings.

    The second option adds watches and more warnings for conditions like extreme heat and cold, lake-effect snow, air quality, coastal flooding and more.

    The third option allows you to select all advisories, watches and warnings issued by the National Weather Service. Here is a list of alerts with definitions.

    Keep in mind that some alerts could come overnight, so consider that when you make your selection. You can change your selections at any time.  

     

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  • Weather and safety alerts available in the Spectrum News app

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    Severe weather and safety push alerts are available in the Spectrum News app.

    What You Need To Know

    • Alert options include lightning, precipitation alerts, watches, warnings and advisories

    • You can enable your device location, or you can manually enter a location 

    • Choose the category of alerts you want to receive

    • You can change your selections at any time 

    • Download the Spectrum News App

    The alerts allow you to get advanced notice of various weather conditions in and around your location.

    You can opt in to get alerts that tell you when lightning strikes near you, when rain or snow is going to start at your location, as well as an array of advisories, watches and warnings.

    How to choose your alerts

    1. Go to settings and select manage notifications. 

    2. Select the Weather option.

    3. Here, you can indicate if you want to receive alerts for lightning near your location and alerts for when rain or snow starts near you.

    4. When you select the Weather and Safety Alerts, you will see 3 options to choose from.

    The first option, Severe Watches and Warnings Only, includes only critical alerts like tornado, snow, hurricane and flood warnings.

    The second option adds watches and more warnings for conditions like extreme heat and cold, lake-effect snow, air quality, coastal flooding and more.

    The third option allows you to select all advisories, watches and warnings issued by the National Weather Service. Here is a list of alerts with definitions.

    Keep in mind that some alerts could come overnight, so consider that when you make your selection. You can change your selections at any time.  

     

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  • Weather Explained: What is Saharan dust layer?

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    Saharan dust plays a big role in tropical cyclone activity in the Atlantic. Strong winds pick up the dust from the Sahara Desert and transport it thousands of miles across the Atlantic. This layer of dust is known as the Saharan Air Layer (SAL).

    Tropical cyclones need specific ingredients to form, and one of them is moisture. As you would expect, the Saharan Air Layer over the Atlantic is relatively dry and contains 50% less moisture than the typical tropical air mass. This will limit any development or intensification of tropical cyclones.

    Saharan dust events pick up in June and carry into mid-August. During these times, large plumes of dust are lofted into the atmosphere and carried by strong upper level winds across the Atlantic. Often, the dust reaches the U.S. coast, and it can even cause a beautiful sunset.

    Watch the video above to learn more on the relationship between Saharan dust and tropical systems.

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  • David Graham: ‘The Project: How Project 2025 is Reshaping America’

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    On this week’s episode of Tying it Together, nationally known journalist from “The Atlantic” David Graham joins host Tim Boyum to discuss his new book. 

    The Durham-based journalist just released “The Project: How Project 2025 is Reshaping America.” Project 2025 is a 900-page document of policies drawn up by a group of conservatives, some in Trump’s first administration, and the Heritage Foundation.

    It includes how to make independent agencies respond to the president, move employees to become political employees and how to challenge things one thinks might be unconstitutional, Graham says.

    He’s been at “The Atlantic” since 2011 and covering President Donald Trump since 2015. He says the U.S. is a good “first look.”

    “We are a good indicator of where the world is going,” he said.

    From the origins of Project 2025 to how it’s potentially playing out, Graham goes in depth into his study of the controversial conservative playbook.

    Graham says he can connect about 40 of the executive orders to Project 2025 playbook.

    “People didn’t believe Project 2025, but they also didn’t believe Trump would do it, but then he started appointing people within his administration,” Graham said, adding that they’re following the playbook very closely.

    Family structure, gender and education are still some of the things in the air with the project and Trump, according to Graham. But he said only time will tell.

    About the Podcast

    With the speed of the local news cycle, it’s easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just a sound bite. North Carolina’s veteran reporter and anchor, Tim Boyum, loosens his signature bow tie to give listeners a glimpse behind the curtain, showing us who these power players really are and why they do what they do. Through Tim’s candid conversations on “Tying It Together,” his guests reveal their most fascinating life stories, passions, and help all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our communities.

    Listen and Subscribe

    Apple | Spotify | Stitcher

    Join the Conversation

    Do you have any thoughts or questions for Tim? Weigh in on X with the hashtag #TyingItTogetherNC. Afterward, rate the podcast and leave a review to tell us what you think!

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  • North Carolina gets its first electric plane charger

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    SANFORD, N.C. — North Carolina now has its very first EV charger for planes.

    What You Need To Know

    • The state’s first electric aviation charger has been installed 

    • It is at the Raleigh Executive Jetport in Sanford

    • It takes about an hour to charge

    • A plane can fly a distance 250-300 miles before needing to charge again, according to officials


    Fully charging the plane takes about an hour, during which time you can hear the quiet hum of the charging system.

    It can then fly a distance of 250-300 miles before needing to charge up again. 

    “I think the future is here,” said Bob Heuts, director of the Raleigh Executive Jetport. “It’s certainly here at Raleigh Executive. It will be at other airports across the state and around the country. There’s no doubt about it.”

    He said he anticipates a significant rise in the number of electric aviation chargers installed across the state soon, envisioning a network of charging stations to support the growing electric aircraft industry.


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  • Charlotte doula supports moms in the community

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    CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Kajarra Caldwell is picking up food, books and other necessities at a pantry at the Ada Jenkins Center in Davidson, North Carolina for a pregnant client. 

    What You Need To Know

    • Research shows moms-to-be have better birth outcomes when they have doulas
    • A professional doula provides support before, during and after birth

    • Kajarra Caldwell is a doula and a senior perinatal community health partner for CityBlock Health

    • She goes above and beyond to help low income women as they navigate motherhood


    “Before I come to pantries, I always ask members a little more about themselves. I like to surprise them with the simple things such as books. She loves books, so she’s going to be amazed when she sees the books,” Caldwell said.  

    Caldwell works as a doula and Senior Perinatal Community Health Partner for CityBlock Health. She says this role aligns with her passion. “Just wanting to help people. I’ve been helping people since I was a youngster,” Caldwell said. 

    She helps pregnant women in several ways, both virtually or in person, before, during and after birth to meet the needs of women. This includes attending appointments, educating them about the birthing process, lactation and postpartum depression, and helping with their nutrition. 

    “It’s important that moms are eating nutritionally during their pregnancy. Sometimes members are high risk, so they can’t work, so it puts pressure on the families that we serve because we cater to low-income families, and this is just a blessing to them,” Caldwell said. 

    She says low-income mothers are a group that needs more support from everyone.  

    “I think that we need to start paying attention to our mothers or our pregnant individuals or women that just had a baby and ask them, ‘What do you need? How can I better assist you?’” Caldwell said. 

    The client she’s picking up and dropping off food for today doesn’t have transportation. Caldwell assists in any area necessary because addressing their most basic needs is important.  

    “The first time I went to her, she literally had nothing,” Caldwell said. “They deserve to be able to eat what they like and what they want.”  

    After spending a decade working in mental health, she felt called to this work because she saw the impacts of when a pregnant woman wasn’t able to feed her baby and ran out of formula. 

    “She called a system that she thought she could call when she needed help for the formula and the system came and they took her baby,” Caldwell said. “It made me think, what could I have done in that situation to help the member?”

    So she made a promise to never see that happen again and fulfills that goal in her role. 

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  • LIVE CAMERAS: Winter storm brings snow across the South

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    Winter Storm Warnings are in effect.

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  • History of Inauguration Day weather

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    Inauguration Day 2025 is shaping up to be a cold one in our nation’s capital. However, more notable weather has occurred, as we swear in our nation’s leaders.

    What You Need To Know

    • Inauguration Day used to be in March

    • Only a handful have seen temps below freezing

    • Rain is historically more common than winter weather



    While the presidential inauguration dates back to 1789, official weather records for Washington, D.C. go as far back as Ulysses S. Grant’s second inauguration in 1873. That still gives us weather information for 38 inaugurations.

    Weather history

    The inauguration also used to happen on March 4, but changed to January 20 in 1937, with the second inauguration of Franklin D. Roosevelt.

    Snow isn’t usually a big concern, for the most part. Six inaugurations had measurable snow, and the last one was in 2001. Measurable precipitation in general – snow or rain – has happened on 15 of the 38 inaugurations since 1873. Just a trace of rain was measured on Inauguration Day for Joe Biden in 2021.

    Five inaugurals had a high of 32 degrees or colder, while 10 had a high of 50 degrees or warmer. It’s worth noting that four of those mild ones happened since the inauguration date changed to January 20.

    Since weather is an important part of daily life, there are unofficial weather records for earlier inaugurations, as compiled by the National Weather Service toward the bottom of this page.

    Inauguration weather records

     

    Noteworthy inauguration weather

    One of the earliest and most tragic instances of inaugural weather is the swearing in of William Henry Harrison. It was a cold and blustery day, with the new president giving a 100 minute address, and riding a horse without a hat or overcoat. While history can’t confirm the cause, this may have contributed to the shortest presidency on record.

    In a story just as tragic, President Franklin Pierce was also sworn in on a wintry day, with continual snow for most of the day. It came down so heavily that the crowd gathered for the festivities dispersed. Abigail Fillmore, first lady to the outgoing president Millard Fillmore, caught a cold because of the weather. This developed into pneumonia and she died at the end of March.

    John F. Kennedy’s inauguration day in 1961 was a cold one, but that wasn’t the only issue. A snowstorm blanketed the nation’s capital with eight inches of snow the day before through the morning of.

    The snowy weather for William Howard Taft’s inauguration in 1909 forced the event to be moved to the Senate chambers of the U.S. Capitol, rather than the usual spot on the East Portico.

    Taft and Roosevelt make their way to the Capitol through the snowy streets of Washington, D.C. in 1909. (Library of Congress)

    Taft and Roosevelt make their way to the Capitol through the snowy streets of Washington, D.C. in 1909. (Library of Congress)

    It wasn’t snow, but a washout that put a damper on FDR’s second inauguration. Sleet and freezing rain was recorded in the morning, switching to all rain in the afternoon. The president rode in an open car with a half-inch of water on the floorboards. During the inaugural parade, the rain continued, contributing to the wettest inauguration on record. 

    This year’s forecast

    While a historic weather day isn’t in the cards for this year, colder-than-average temperatures are expected with the possibility of some light snow in the pre-dawn hours of Monday. Temperatures will only be in the 20s during the afternoon.


    President-elect Donald Trump will take the oath of office from inside the Capitol Rotunda on Monday due to forecasts of intense cold weather.

    Our team of meteorologists dives deep into the science of weather and breaks down timely weather data and information. To view more weather and climate stories, check out our weather blogs section.

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  • Here comes the polar vortex, but what exactly is it?

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    January usually brings the coldest air of the season to much of the country, and this year has seen its fair share.  

    What You Need To Know

    • A polar vortex is not always responsible for the cold

    • Satellites can recognize a polar vortex event before the cold arrives

    • Climate change could enhance polar vortex events


    Whenever that mercury dips, the term “polar vortex” gets thrown around and inserted into conversations.

    But what is this phenomenon, and is this the reason for the chill this month?

    Polar vortex explained

    “The polar vortex is a core of extremely cold air that typically remains near the poles,” explains Spectrum News NY 1’s Chief Meteorologist John Davitt. “During the winter, shifts in the jet stream can send this arctic air spilling far to the south, bringing dangerously cold conditions.”

    Although it is not a new term, the media propelled it into the mainstream. “The polar vortex exists all year, but it’s winter when it gets stronger and larger. The lack of daylight during the winter months helps to build the pool of extremely cold air that makes up the polar vortex.” He adds the reason for the name has to do with the word vortex itself. “The word vortex refers to the counter-clockwise flow of the air.” 

    Within this area, frigid surface air typically remains near the pole throughout the winter. However, every few years, these fast westerlies weaken. The protective barrier around the cold air collapses, allowing warmer air to move north into the polar region and cold air to be pushed south into the mid-latitudes–places like the United States.

    This cold air can situate itself in the mid-latitudes for an extended period and that’s what is expected to happen Friday through midweek next week. 

    Polar vortex event of Feb. 2021

    Remember the extreme cold that unfolded in Feb. 2021? That was because of the polar vortex. 

    Several weeks before the cold ushered into the U.S., satellites tracked the warming in the stratosphere, showing the weakening in the vortex. 

    This cold air ushered as far south as Mexico and broke records all over the United States in February. Parts of Texas recorded their lowest readings in over 100 years, and with this cold came an immense strain on the power grid. 

    The polar vortex and climate change

    “The impacts of climate change on the polar vortex are complicated,” says Davitt. Climate change usually indicates a warming world; however, a warming world could enhance the polar vortex, thus pushing colder air south. But, experts expect a gradual easing in the intensity of the cold.

     Here’s the thinking… “The arctic air that makes up the polar vortex typically remains locked in place near the poles by fast-moving jet stream winds. When the jet stream winds weaken, this is when the polar vortex and its bitter cold surge south.”

    He adds that it is climate change that causes the jet stream to weaken. “The strength of the jet stream winds is related to the difference in temperatures between the air at the equator and the air at the poles. The larger the temperature difference, the faster the winds.”

    In a warming world, the temperature difference between the poles and the equator becomes less, giving way to weaker jet streams. “Weaker jet streams mean that the polar vortex is more likely to slide south at times, bringing arctic air and dangerous conditions.” With a warming Arctic region, more extreme and unusual weather patterns are in the realm of possibility. 

    Our team of meteorologists dives deep into the science of weather and breaks down timely weather data and information. To view more weather and climate stories, check out our weather blogs section.

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  • After Helene: Ensuring every N.C. vote is cast and counted

    After Helene: Ensuring every N.C. vote is cast and counted

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    With early voting underway in North Carolina’s crucial battleground election, state elections executive director Karen Brinson Bell joins host Tim Boyum this week to talk about the storm’s impact on western North Carolina elections. She’ll also discuss what we can expect if races get close. It comes as Gov. Roy Cooper visited Asheville earlier in the week to reiterate to residents that everyone’s voice will be heard in this year’s election.

    Bell tells some incredible stories about the lengths these counties are going to make sure people can vote, county directors losing their own homes and another gentleman walking four miles just to get to work. 

    Later, they talk about new photo ID requirements and what might happen if the top races are close. This is a must-listen, especially with the election just two weeks away.

    About the Podcast

    With the speed of the local news cycle, it’s easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just a sound bite. North Carolina’s veteran reporter and anchor, Tim Boyum, loosens his signature bow tie to give listeners a glimpse behind the curtain, showing us who these power players really are and why they do what they do. Through Tim’s candid conversations on “Tying It Together,” his guests reveal their most fascinating life stories, passions and help all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our communities.

    Listen and Subscribe

    Apple | Spotify | Stitcher

    Join the Conversation

    Do you have any thoughts or questions for Tim? Weigh in on X with the hashtag #TyingItTogetherNC. Afterward, rate the podcast and leave a review to tell us what you think!

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  • Early voting starts Thursday in North Carolina. Here’s what you need to know

    Early voting starts Thursday in North Carolina. Here’s what you need to know

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    Early in-person voting begins Thursday morning in North Carolina and runs through Saturday, Nov. 2 at 3 p.m. Election Day is Nov. 5.

    North Carolina is getting a lot of attention from national candidates this year as they vie for the state’s 16 electoral votes in the presidential contest.

    Voters in North Carolina will also cast ballots for governor, state attorney general, the state’s 14 congressional seats and every seat on the General Assembly.

    During one-stop early voting, North Carolina residents can cast their ballots in person at any early voting site in their county. People can also register and vote on the same day at their county’s early voting sites. That is the last opportunity to register to vote before Election Day.

    Voter ID is required to cast a ballot.

    To find the early voting site nearest you, click here.

    You can also find a full list of early voting site locations and times by clicking here.

    For more election coverage in North Carolina, click here.

    Early votes are also considered absentee votes. To find out if your vote was counted, look for the “Your Absentee Ballot” section in the Voter Search database.

    Ballot status will be seen under Voter History. It may take a few weeks to check your ballot status because your county needs time to finish the post-election process of updating your voter history.

    North Carolina voters with absentee ballots can mail them to their county board of elections office or take them to an early voting site during the early voting period. Mail-in ballots will be secure and delivered to the county board of elections for processing, according to the state board.

    The deadline to request an absentee ballot is Oct. 29 at 5 p.m.

    Curbside voting is available during early voting for those who qualify for assistance. Visit the Help for Voters with Disabilities to learn more.

    All voters may vote with or without a photo ID, but it is important to note when exceptions are made. 

    In general, in-person voters must show an acceptable photo ID when checking in at a voting site during early voting or on Election Day. 

    A vast majority of North Carolinians will show their driver’s license, but there are other forms of acceptable photo IDs, including: 

    • A state I.D. from the NC DMV
    • A driver’s license or nondriver’s license from another state
    • U.S. passport or card
    • A free North Carolina Voter Photo ID provided from a County Board of Elections
    • A student ID approved by the State Board of Elections
    • A state or local government or charter school employee ID approved by the State Board of Elections 

    To see a full list of accepted photo IDs, visit the North Carolina Board of Elections website.

    There’s a full ballot this year. Offices up for election include: president and vice president, governor, lieutenant governor, North Carolina’s 14 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, the entire General Assembly, a seat on the North Carolina Supreme Court and numerous local races.

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  • Final push: What does the polling say as early voting begins in N.C.?

    Final push: What does the polling say as early voting begins in N.C.?

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    This week, host Tim Boyum returns to the studio after a recent road trip, sitting down with the region’s top pollsters to talk about the election as early voting begins and campaigns are in their final push. 

    Tom Jensen, from Public Policy Polling, and Dr. Scott Huffmon, from Winthrop University, are on hand with the latest trends in the presidential race, explaining why they’re spending so much of their time in the Tar Heel state. Both pollsters believe this will be an election where it could take a few days to find out who America’s next president will be because of either the thin margins, or the lawsuits from the thin margins.

    There’s also a conversation about Mark Robinson’s numbers following the recent controversy surrounding his campaign, though both agree the governor’s race will end up being lopsided based on recent data. The two also crunch some numbers on a few of North Carolina’s closest races.

    About the Podcast

    With the speed of the local news cycle, it’s easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just a sound bite. North Carolina’s veteran reporter and anchor, Tim Boyum, loosens his signature bow tie to give listeners a glimpse behind the curtain, showing us who these power players really are and why they do what they do. Through Tim’s candid conversations on “Tying It Together,” his guests reveal their most fascinating life stories, passions, and help all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our communities.

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  • Front Porch Politics: Tim meets an artist and his Trump statue

    Front Porch Politics: Tim meets an artist and his Trump statue

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    Front Porch Politics and Tying It Together podcast host Tim Boyum is on the road, talking with everyday Americans and local leaders about the issues that matter to them this election season. He is cranking out bite-sized podcasts along the way, and in his first edition, he is making his way up the Pennsylvania turnpike with photojournalist John Stampf in a rented Tesla. 

    Host Tim Boyum continues his treck across America with recent stops in Pittsburgh, Buttler, Pa., and then to Lordstown, Ohio, before landing in Lansing, Mich., for the vice presidential debate.

    He said they put on about 410 miles across three states. Their strategy involves topping off rather than waiting until they reach a 10% charge.

    The two topped off at a supercharger before leaving, taking about 28 minutes and costing them $7 dollars. They also stopped in Gerrard, Ohio, for another charge, taking 37 minutes for $14 dollars, as well in Toledo for a 44-minute recharge at about $18 dollars. Their final charge was in Lansing, Mich., for a 35-minute charge at about $16 dollars.

    While in Butler, Pa., Tim met with artist Bill Secunda who made what he estimates to be a 400-pound statue of Donald Trump out of nails.

    Once arriving in Lordstown, Tim spoke to residents about what they need to hear from politicians after a GM plant shut down in 2019. The mayor asked for a pledge of support and for candidates to pull through on those promises.

    Tim and John head to Wisconsin for their next leg of the trip.

    About the Podcast

    With the speed of the local news cycle, it’s easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just a sound bite. North Carolina’s veteran reporter and anchor, Tim Boyum, loosens his signature bow tie to give listeners a glimpse behind the curtain, showing us who these power players really are and why they do what they do. Through Tim’s candid conversations on “Tying It Together,” his guests reveal their most fascinating life stories, passions, and help all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our communities.

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    Do you have any thoughts or questions for Tim? Weigh in on X with the hashtag #TyingItTogetherNC. Afterward, rate the podcast and leave a review to tell us what you think!

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  • Front Porch Politics: Meeting a GOP leader who supported Kamala Harris

    Front Porch Politics: Meeting a GOP leader who supported Kamala Harris

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    Front Porch Politics and Tying It Together podcast host Tim Boyum is on the road, talking with everyday Americans and local leaders about the issues that matter to them this election season. He is cranking out bite-sized podcasts along the way, and in his first edition, he is making his way up the Pennsylvania turnpike with photojournalist John Stampf in a rented Tesla. 

    The pair drove to the Philadelphia area first and met up with a man named Matt McCaffery. He was a local GOP leader who endorsed Kamala Harris in the Philadelphia Inquirer. After an appearance on CNN, he was swatted later that night after an email came into police falsely claiming he was holding his wife and daughter hostage. 

    After leaving the Philadelphia area, they stopped in Morgantown, Pa. to charge up the vehicle. Tim did note, “range anxiety” is real when you’re not used to driving an EV. He found himself constantly worried about what percentage he saw on the screen.

    They found a supercharger at a gas station when the car was down to 34%, travelling 156 miles. It took 42 minutes and $16.13 to charge it back up to 100%. While waiting, one other car came and charged their vehicle, otherwise it was largely gas-powered vehicles.

    Later it’s Pittsburgh, then Lordstown, Ohio.

    About the Podcast

    With the speed of the local news cycle, it’s easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just a sound bite. North Carolina’s veteran reporter and anchor, Tim Boyum, loosens his signature bow tie to give listeners a glimpse behind the curtain, showing us who these power players really are and why they do what they do. Through Tim’s candid conversations on “Tying It Together,” his guests reveal their most fascinating life stories, passions, and help all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our communities.

    Listen and Subscribe

    Apple | Spotify | Stitcher

    Join the Conversation

    Do you have any thoughts or questions for Tim? Weigh in on X with the hashtag #TyingItTogetherNC. Afterward, rate the podcast and leave a review to tell us what you think!

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