1. On November 28, 1746, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill received its charter, making it the first public university in the United States to open its doors. The university was established to provide higher education to the citizens of the colony of North Carolina.

2. The first recorded flight in North Carolina took place on November 28, 1910, when aviator Oliver Brooks flew a Wright biplane between Germanton and Winston-Salem. This event marked the beginning of aviation in the state and paved the way for future aviation advancements.

3. On November 28, 1922, the North Carolina State Highway Commission was established to oversee the construction and maintenance of the state's highways. This organization played a critical role in the development of the state's transportation infrastructure.

4. In 1979, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences was opened to the public in downtown Raleigh. The museum houses a variety of exhibits that showcase the natural history of the state and its surrounding region.

5. On November 28, 2004, the Duke Blue Devils football team defeated the North Carolina Tar Heels in a thrilling 41-17 victory. This game marked the 93rd meeting between the two teams in what is known as the "Battle for the Victory Bell," one of college football's oldest and most storied rivalries.