The Professional Fightings League hosted "PFL Charlotte" on August 7, 2026, in North Carolina, featuring a main event where Bryan Battle edged out Dalton Rosta by split decision. Other notable fights included Simeon Powell's win over Dovlet Yagshimuradov and Aaron Jeffery's unanimous decision victory against Josh Silveira, showcasing intense MMA action.
Wagram, North Caroliona’s Courtney Williams arrested by FBI
Courtney Williams, 40, from North Carolina, has been indicted for leaking classified national defense information after being arrested by the FBI. A former soldier with top-secret clearance, she allegedly communicated extensively with a media member, disclosing sensitive data despite agreeing to non-disclosure. Williams faces serious charges and significant prison time.
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10 things about Asheville, North Carolina native Madison Cawthorn
David Madison Cawthorn, a native of Asheville, North Carolina, is a Republican politician and constitutional conservative. He became the youngest U.S. congressman at 25. Cawthorn has faced personal and legal challenges, including a nearly fatal car accident in 2014, a messy relationship history, and multiple controversies during and after his congressional term.
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13 things about Greensboro, North Carolina’s Ryan Routh
Ryan Wesley Routh, a Greensboro native, has a troubled past, including over 100 criminal charges and multiple felony convictions. He was involved in various incidents, including a 2002 standoff with police. Routh has also published a controversial book regarding Ukraine and was arrested in 2024 for attempting to assassinate Donald Trump.
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Kyiv native Iryna Zarutska stabbed in Charlotte, North Carolina by Decarlos Brown Jr.
Iryna Zarutska (Ірина Заруцька) was born in Kyiv, Ukraine. In 2022, she and her family moved to the United States. On August 22, 2025, she was fatally stabbed in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA by Decarlos Dejuan Brown Jr., 34. She was 23.
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North Carolina pastor Jake Moore’s book ‘Bitter to Better’ released
Jacob "Jake" Moore is a North Carolina pastor and author of "Bitter to Better: A Journey from Hardship to Hope," providing guidance through life's challenges. With multiple master's degrees, he has served in various church roles, founded Leadership Crossing, and launched Kingdom Church in 2024. He faced legal issues in 2021 but maintains his innocence.
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13 things about Miss USA 2022 Morgan Romano
Morgan Renee Romano, born in Johnstown, New York, is an accomplished engineer and beauty queen. She won the title of Miss North Carolina USA 2022, later becoming Miss USA 2022. Romano has participated in various pageants since 2014, finishing as runner-up in multiple competitions and earning a degree in chemical engineering.
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10 things about Charlotte, North Carolina’s Estes Thompson III
Estes Carter Thompson III of Charlotte, North Carolina is a former American Airlines flight attendant. He was arrested in 2024.
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10 things about Winston-Salem, North Carolina’s Ted Budd
Ted Budd, born in Winston-Salem, NC, is a Republican politician and former U.S. House member (2017-2023). He was elected as North Carolina's junior U.S. senator in 2022. A graduate of multiple universities, including Dallas Theological Seminary, Budd is a gun store owner and a homeschooling parent of three.
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10 things about UFC fighter Da’Mon Blackshear from Fayetteville, North Carolina
Da'Mon Blackshear is a professional MMA fighter competing in the bantamweight division under the UFC. Known as "Da Monster," he has a record of 16 wins, 7 losses, and 1 draw. Trained at Kill Cliff Fight Club, he made his UFC debut in 2022 and is from Fayetteville, North Carolina.
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