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Midterm Politics: With 45 days to go, Republicans are weighing how much President Trump’s unpopularity will hurt them, as polling and voter frustration over inflation and gas prices keep shifting the outlook. Immigration & Public Services: New North Carolina laws take effect Oct. 1, expanding immigration enforcement roles for agencies including the State Highway Patrol, SBI, and certain health-related staff. Health Care: Medicaid work requirements are set to roll out in North Carolina in 2027, with adults needing to log 80 hours a month or meet an income alternative to keep coverage. Local Schools: Enrollment trends show pressure across the state—Lenoir County Public Schools fell 1.6% (to 7,965), while Jackson County rose 1.4% (to 3,403) and Catawba County climbed 5.4% (to 16,436). Arts & Community: Durham’s Black Restoration Day spotlights land-based healing through Soil Sanctuary, blending garden tours, food, and community connection. Culture Watch: Mahjong is booming in the Carolinas, with new studios and clubs drawing debate over cultural appropriation and who profits from the trend. Sports Buzz: UNC’s Bill Belichick faces fresh chatter after a terse ESPN sideline interview, while UNC football staff turmoil continues to ripple.

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