In this episode we’ll explore two holiday and Appalachian traditions: food and spirits. We’ll also hear about some female butchers who are leading a renaissance in local foods. You’ll find these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia. Cooking with…

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TRUE OR false:Christmas trees grow in all 50 states (including Alaska and Hawaii). The tradition of bringing Christmas-like trees inside predates the birth of Christ. It used to be illegal to have a decorated Christmas tree in Massachusetts on Dec.…

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The dark days of December are being lit up with holiday sparkle all over the map, from creative Christmas trees to giant menorahs. Gingerbread houses, light displays and train shows are part of the fun, too. Here are a few…

S.C. Economic Outlook Conference The University of South Carolina will present its 34th annual Economic Outlook Conference beginning at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Darla Moore School of Business, 1014 Greene St. in Columbia. This year’s conference will include a…

Matt McKean/TimesDaily Santa Claus Phil Campbell Mayor Steve Bell, who visited Virginia Burks and the clerks’ office, portrays Santa Claus during the Christmas season. Bell portrays Santa at charity functions, parades and photo shoots. Related Galleries Mayor Steve Bell or…

Mark Richt (left) of Georgia and Bobby Petrino of Louisville visited Charlotte on Wednesday to promote the Belk Bowl on Dec. 30 at Bank of America Stadium. 14 photos Erik Spanberg Senior Staff Writer- Charlotte Business Journal Email  |  Twitter…

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina — Panthers quarterback Cam Newton suffered fractures to his lower back in a two-car crash Tuesday and will spend the night in the hospital, a team spokesman said Tuesday. Newton was in fair condition, had no other…

Shirley King’s husband, Bob, was a professional Santa Claus, and she was often at his side, playing the role of Mrs. Claus. They had costumes from Adele’s of Hollywood, and Bob let his hair and beard grow long. “We had…