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‘I Hope This Helps Somebody,’: 9-year-old Greensboro boy sends up balloons with money on his birthday year after year

‘I Hope This Helps Somebody,’: 9-year-old Greensboro boy sends up balloons with money on his birthday year after year

‘I Hope This Helps Somebody,’: 9-year-old Greensboro boy sends up balloons with money on his birthday year after year

“I hope this helps somebody who needs it. I put $40 dollars wherever it lands," said Riley Hensley.

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‘I’ve spent 10 years fighting fiercely for her’ | Sophia Weaver, now in hospice, is experiencing a whole new world of firsts

Natalie and Mark Weaver were forced with making one of the hardest decisions of their lives. After 30 surgeries, the Weavers decided to transition Sophia away from medical care to give her a chance to live life.

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'She spent every day of her life surrounded by love and adoration' | Sweet Sophia Weaver passes away

The Weavers said once they "pull themselves from this heart-shattering pain," they will continue to help others in her memory.

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How to stay safe on the lake during Memorial Day weekend

Plenty of people across the Carolinas will celebrate Memorial Day on the water. But it's important to know how to stay safe when you're out on the lake.

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What the type of wine you drink says about your personality

Your wine preferences actually reveal a lot about your personality, according to new research.

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Up in 60: Shelby's Sunset Drive-In Theatre is a Carolina classic

Looking for a night to remember at the movies? How about driving to Shelby for a trip back in time to the old-fashioned drive-in.

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Two years ago, he was given 12 months to live. Now this dad will see his youngest graduate

Doctors gave Jerry Hynes 12 months to live. He blew that prediction and will now see his daughter graduate from high school.

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Wrongfully convicted man freed after four decades in prison

In January, a federal appeals court ruled Charles Ray Finch was denied a fair trial. Five months later, he was freed.

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'It's amazing to see her' | 14-year-old fitted for bionic Hero Arm

Experts say bionic arms will only get better with time. Doctors are working on nerve transplants to make bionic fingers even more agile.

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Teen fitted for bionic 'hero' arm

Experts say bionic arms will only get better with time. Doctors are working on nerve transplants to make bionic fingers even more agile.

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Jeffrey Earnhardt to honor fallen Mooresville Officer Jordan Sheldon in race at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Earnhardt, the grandson of the late Dale Earnhardt and nephew of Dale Earnhardt Jr., will pilot the No. 18 iK9 Toyota Supra for Joe Gibbs Racing Saturday.

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Jeffrey Earnhardt to honor fallen Mooresville Officer Jordan Sheldon in race at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Earnhardt, the grandson of the late Dale Earnhardt and nephew of Dale Earnhardt Jr., will pilot the No. 18 iK9 Toyota Supra for Joe Gibbs Racing Saturday.

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Taking care of carnivorous plants in hot weather

Jeff Gillman, the Director of the UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens tells us the best plants for the hot summer ahead.

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Study: Women are most productive when the A/C is set to this temperature

Crank up that A/C. According to a new study, women are more productive when the air conditioning is set to a higher temperature than men.

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Ayesha Curry shuts down troll who body-shamed her 10-month-old son

Whatever you do, don't mess with Ayesha Curry. The celebrity cook and wife of NBA star Steph Curry clapped back at trolls who body-shamed her and her infant son on social media.

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'Glass Castle' author helps highlight critical summer need at food pantries

When school lets out, there's a 20% increase in families who need help because their kids depend on free and reduced lunches, according to Loaves & Fishes.

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