AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoNorth Carolina History: Caldwell County’s America 250 Committee won a state historians’ award for a free exhibit tracing the county’s story from Indigenous communities to the present. Music: MerleFest revealed more of its 2027 lineup, including the Avett Brothers, Wynonna Judd and Gillian Welch & David Rawlings, for the April 29–May 2 festival in Wilkesboro. Arts: NC State’s Gregg Museum opened “Grounded,” an exhibition by Maya Freelon connecting her colorful work with art by her father, architect Phil Freelon, and great-grandfather Allan Freelon Sr. Education: State Superintendent Maurice “Mo” Green challenged North Carolina’s public school students to read 10 million books in 2027, with audiobooks and books read aloud counting toward the voluntary goal. Indigenous Heritage: The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is breaking ground on North Carolina’s first tribal veterans cemetery, honoring Indigenous service and traditions. Local Events: WNCW’s live “Roots Music Revue” returns to the Earl Scruggs Center on Nov. 19 with Asheville singer Melissa McKinney. State Legacy: Gov. Josh Stein honored Grady-White Boats owner Eddie Smith with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine for his contributions to North Carolina’s boatbuilding industry and communities.
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