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In today’s news: a dangerous heat wave continues in the Triangle. Also: the South Elliott Road extension officially opens for traffic after years of planning and construction; VinFast holds a groundbreaking ceremony for its new factory in Moncure; the CORA Food Pantry reopens in Pittsboro; UNC adjusts its admissions policy; delayed budget talks in Raleigh threaten Medicaid expansion; the Tar Heels take center stage at this week’s ACC Kickoff in Charlotte; six Carolina athletes earn a big academic honor; and the Durham Bulls continue a wild week at the DBAP.

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