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Kamala Harris called Wednesday for Americans to “stop pointing fingers at each other” as she tried to push past comments made by President Joe Biden about Donald Trump's supporters and “garbage." Meanwhile, her Republican rival criticized the Biden administration. “We know what they believe. Because look how they’ve treated you,” Trump said at his rally in Rocky Mount. “They’ve treated you like garbage. The truth is, they’ve treated our whole country like garbage.”

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Around North Carolina

1. Kids learn about voting process in Chatham County mock election

Chatham County Public Libraries this week are conducting youth elections where children will share their voice as they vote in a mock election. Results will be revealed Nov. 8.

2. Dos and don’ts when heading to the polls in North Carolina

County boards of election across the state are busy answering questions and reminding voters of the biggest dos and don’ts at the polls. While all 100 counties have their own unique questions, some issues affect everyone in the state.

3. Over 55 miles opened on Blue Ridge Parkway after Helene

The National Park Service opened just over 55 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway this week after Helene caused damage to the roadway when it moved through western North Carolina a month ago.

Around The Nation

1. U.S. economy grew at solid 2.8% pace last quarter on strength of consumer spending

2. Resentencing hearing for Erik and Lyle Menendez in 1989 killings of their parents set for Dec. 11

3. At least 95 people die in devastating flash floods in Spain

Editor's Pick - Online classes, potable water and more: How UNCA is pushing forward after Helene

After weeks of cancellations, students finally returned to classes, though in an online format. Chancellor Kimberly Van Noort says virtual learning may not be ideal, but it’s another step forward in the campus’ recovery after Hurricane Helene.