Balancing Tech in Schools: Navigating Distraction and Educational Value
July 8, 2026
When Jodi Carreon’s son returned to school, she expected less laptop use. Instead, he played games like Minecraft.
When Jodi Carreon’s son returned to school, she expected less laptop use. Instead, he played games like Minecraft.
Georgia Rep. Mike Collins endorsed a stock trading ban amid his crypto dealings, claiming crypto’s immunity to insider trading, a stance critiqued by opponents.
Gov. Stein’s AI roadmap empowers NC through 17 goals, enhancing safety, workforce skills, and gov. efficiency, fostering innovation and public trust.
Goldhofer Inc. will create 80 jobs and invest $19.5M in a new Hickory, NC facility, boosting the local economy and expanding its North American footprint.
Governor Josh Stein announced NCWorks accepting applications for Workforce Pell, boosting financial aid for short-term training to strengthen NC’s workforce.
In James Bell’s math class at Chapman High, sophomores explore where lines intersect using matrices, blending algebra and geometry.
Governor Stein reveals Supreme Nonwoven Inc.’s first U.S. plant in Lexington, creating 50 jobs with a $25.8M investment, boosting local textile innovation.
As sports betting becomes legal in more states, schools focus on educating students about gambling risks and prevention.
The NRSC and SLF received $6.83M from oil and gas donors as GOP senators voted to sustain the Iran war, boosting oil companies’ profits.
Forty-nine NC communities earned Main Street America Accreditation for 2026, showing a strong commitment to revitalization and economic development.
Gov. Stein’s $13.7M grants aim to uplift 13 NC communities, enhancing housing and infrastructure, focusing on low- and moderate-income households.
Governor Stein and Secretary Lilley visited Switzerland and Germany to bolster North Carolina’s economic and tourism ties, aiming for job growth and investment.
