@simonejasper

McClatchy Media reporter covering national real-time stories, with a focus on the Carolinas

 Raleigh, NC
Joined July 2014
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One of the treehouses has views of a mountain creek. trib.al/wevjxqI

Two North Carolina treehouses rank among nation’s most desired Airbnbs. Take a look

One of the treehouses has views of a mountain creek.

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One of the spots ranked No. 3 on the national list. #NationalDoughnutDay trib.al/qgORuaM
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🥶 THREAD: A blast of #winter weather is expected to hit the #TriangleNC this weekend, bringing​ the potential for icy roads & accumulating snow in some areas. #ncwx Get the latest forecast from @simonejasper below, plus important things you need to know. newsobserver.com/news/weathe…
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Photos show the cub settling in after getting a second chance. trib.al/Bckh8Qt

Abandoned bear cub needed a new home — then a North Carolina museum stepped in

Photos show the cub settling in after getting a second chance.

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The middle school said it’s investigating. trib.al/nDOITKh

Dozens of students fall ill at NC school — and cause remains a mystery, district says

The middle school said it’s investigating.

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Get ready for fall fun, with a wild spin. trib.al/5O0cetp
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“Administrators are deeply troubled by this incident.” trib.al/XOBEjiV

Loaded gun was inside kindergartner’s backpack at North Carolina school, district says

“Administrators are deeply troubled by this incident.”

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The child had life-threatening injuries after the crash near the North Carolina border. trib.al/0yeYVUd
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Take a look at the oceanfront estate. trib.al/Qacf4IC

‘Self-contained oasis’ with sauna, home theater hits Outer Banks market for $11 million

Take a look at the oceanfront estate.

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Here’s what to know if you’re looking for a place to stay. trib.al/HcEqbvf
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Isolated tornadoes, heavy rain and other risks are possible in the region. trib.al/qWd0lPF

How could Tropical Storm Elsa impact the Triangle? Flash flooding is a possibility

Isolated tornadoes, heavy rain and other risks are possible in the region.

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The two were in their 70s. trib.al/fmgFMKc

Husband and wife die in motorcycle crash on Blue Ridge Parkway in NC, officials say

The two were in their 70s.

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The resting spot is one of the most popular along the Blue Ridge Parkway, officials say. trib.al/J6uiZFF

‘Active bears’ force North Carolina campground to extend ban on tents, park says

The resting spot is one of the most popular along the Blue Ridge Parkway, officials say.

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“Sure is a fast little baby!” trib.al/sDZ8Gu2

Watch rambunctious Outer Banks foal get the ‘zoomies’ as mom tries for peaceful meal

“Sure is a fast little baby!”

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Wind gusts could reach 60 mph, forecasters said. trib.al/qZiLgIP

Storms could bring hail and lightning — and pollen relief — to the Triangle on Friday

Wind gusts could reach 60 mph, forecasters said.

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“No fooling around. It’s going to be unseasonably cold.” trib.al/9Z66UMN

A cold start to April: Freeze warning, temperatures in the 20s expected in Triangle

“No fooling around. It’s going to be unseasonably cold.”

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Severe weather is expected to move into central North Carolina on Thursday afternoon. trib.al/EwctIi1
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Here are other Southern cities that made the list. trib.al/8ipzM9l

North Carolina is home to one of the best small towns in the South, magazine says

Here are other Southern cities that made the list.

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“We are so incredibly grateful for this opportunity and are overwhelmed with excitement.” trib.al/rFPpGB8
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Did your favorites make the list? trib.al/ZIQRst3

These restaurants in the Carolinas are among the best in the country, Yelp users say

Did your favorites make the list?

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