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Families from the U.S. and around the world had been waiting years to meet the boy or girl they were set to adopt from China. This week, they learned that China is no longer allowing international adoptions.

The former U.N. ambassador and national security adviser is said to be getting serious consideration from the Biden campaign, even though she has never run for elective office.

Greek organizations rely heavily on member dues. If chapters can't provide a meaningful experience online, one expert says, they may not survive the pandemic.

The NBA postponed its playoffs for a second night in a row but says it's reached an agreement to resume soon. Players protested continued racial injustice after another police shooting of a Black man.

For this latest community poem, NPR poet-in-residence Kwame Alexander sifted through more than 1,000 submissions reacting to the killing of Ahmaud Abrery and created a poem that speaks with one voice.

In the shooting aftermath at Marshall County High School, Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Life in Christ Church pastor Chris McDonald on the community's reactions in Kentucky.

Fish Fries. Clambakes. Pancake breakfasts. To know the people's mood, you must eat their local food. Hidden Kitchens investigates the politics of campaign cooking.

The Rowan County, Ky., clerk who went to jail for refusing to issue same-sex-marriage licenses will be in attendance. She apparently got a ticket through Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan's office.

The guitarist and singer for The Black Keys and The Arcs brings his Easy Eye Sound Revue to the Tiny Desk, recalling a time and sound from the '60s when southern R&B, including Nashville, was a force.

The old-school funk and R&B artist tells a tale of "two Charlies" in his Tiny Desk performance.

9:00, Wednesday, March 18, 2015The CyndieLauper, Harvey Fierstein hit Broadway musical, Kinky Boots, is in Charlotte and tells the story of how creativity…

Millions of people living in rural areas don't have access to broadband Internet. It's expensive to build networks from scratch so local communities are trying new ways to get people online.

Nowhere is the nation's home buying and building binge more visible than in Las Vegas. On average, 200 new residents arrive every day needing a place to live. That has led to a rash of lawsuits over construction defects.

The U.S. trucking industry is getting more diverse as it battles a growing driver shortage. One group is working to recruit LGBTQ+ drivers.

Like many other cities, Philadelphia is dealing with a massive police corruption case. Six officers have already been convicted, but the most serious result of the case is the possibility that dozens of drug convictions could be overturned if the officers involved are convicted. NPR's Eric Westervelt, of member station WHYY, reports. CUTAWAY 1C 0:59 1D 8. TORNADOES -- Noah talks with Officer Richard Hardin of the Hillview Police Department in Hillview, Kentucky, where severe weather injured eight people and destroyed hundreds of homes outside Louisville. Officer Hardin was chased by a tornado yesterday, and tells about his experiences...and the damage left in the wake of the storms.

Peter Lieberson set love sonnets by Pablo Neruda to music. They turned out to be a farewell gift to his wife, mezzo-soprano Lorraine Hunt Lieberson, who sang the songs' world premiere before she died. Now, the music has won the prestigious Grawemeyer award.

A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision could put protections at risk.

Advertisers want to appeal to your heart, not your head. The rise of "sadvertising" may have you weeping (and buying products) for now, but the tears are likely to stop when the ads feel forced.

The Encore Theatre is set to kick off its 2022-2023 season with Bye Bye Birdie, September 16-18 & 23-25, and will be performed at Sunrise Theatre, 250 NW Broad St. Downtown Southern Pines. This wildly nostalgic musical tells the story of a rock star determined to boost his popularity with one last publicity stunt before entering the army . It's sure to have you dancing and singing along in your seat!

A loving send-up to 1950's small-town America, teenagers, and rock & roll, Bye Bye Birdie remains as fresh and vibrant as ever. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a very public farewell kiss. Featuring a tuneful, high-energy score, bouncy teens, and a hilarious script, Bye Bye Birdie continues to thrill audiences around the world.

"Even though the play takes place in the 1950's, it is still easy for us to relate to the story today. It has held up through generations. Not only young love and rock & roll, but it also relates to growing up from adolescence to teenagers" says Director Rhonda Brocki, "Bye Bye Birdie may be set in 1958, but it could also be set in 2022."

Commenting on the production of this toe-tapping classic, Kevin Dietzel, Sunrise Theater's Executive Director, said, "We've loved the idea of working with the Encore Center on a performance. In a community as tight-knit as ours, it is amazing to have neighbors in theatre who are friendly and willing to support each other. The Encore Center always produces high quality work, so we jumped at the opportunity for this partnership."

This fun-for-the-whole-family show is put on in partnership with MALES of Distinction. Founded in 2017, this organization provides mentoring programs for ages 8-18, teaching valuable life skills such as decision making and financial management. These incredible youth are helping put this show together any way they can, including serving as ushers for performances.

Opening Night will be Friday, September 16th at 7:30pm, and the show will play Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm as well as matinees on Saturdays & Sundays at 2pm through September 25th.

Tickets range from $17-$25 and can be purchased at www.sunrisetheater.com

"Bring the entire family along (virtually) for a painting workshop that celebrates multimedia artist Louis Delsarte. In honor of Black History Month we celebrate the impact of muralist, painter, and illustrator Louis Delsarte. Delsarte was most known for his mosaic murals, dynamically depicting Black people in the most vibrant colors. In addition to teaching art and exhibiting his work in many major institutions, Delsarte exalted Black culture through bold and layered paint strokes. Teaching artist Bryan Wilson guides participants through the history and style of Delsarte, followed by a hands-on painting activity during which participants will have the opportunity to share their final work. Although you can join us with any supplies you have, the supplies encouraged for participation in the workshop are below: Multi-colored construction paper A canvas board/panel or card stock paper (11 x 14 or 12 x 16 inches) A small spray bottle (you can buy one or recycle one from household products by cleaning it thoroughly) Q-tips A sharpie or black marker Scissors Glue stick Acrylic paint (red, yellow, blue, white and black) 1 to 2 flat brushes (medium sized) 1 to 2 small round brushes (for lines and details) Something to cover your workspace if needed (newspaper, towels, sheets, tarp, etc.) On Saturday February 20th at 12:00 pm, use the link below to join the workshop: https://ganttcenter.zoom.us/j/98615627333 ABOUT THE TEACHING ARTIST Bryan M. Wilson, MFA graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BA in Studio Art and a Minor in Graphic Design from Morris Brown College. After graduation, he became an in-house graphic designer for the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta, GA. Bryan and his wife relocated to Charlotte, where he began teaching art and obtained his teaching credentials at University of North Carolina-Charlotte. In 2012 Bryan decided to take his painting and picture-making abilities to another level by pursuing his MFA in Drawing/Painting at the Academy of Art University where he graduated in 2015. He is now exhibiting throughout the east coast, alongside other distinguished artists. He is currently showing work at the Gantt Center, Coffey and Thompson Gallery in Charlotte, NC and Foster’s Frame and Art in Huntersville, NC."