1. On September 14, 1814, a peace treaty was signed in Ghent, Belgium, ending the War of 1812 between the United States and Great Britain. The treaty restored relations between the two countries and affirmed the status quo ante bellum.

2. On September 14, 1877, the Charlotte Observer was first published. The daily newspaper has since become one of the largest in the state and an important source of news and information for North Carolinians.

3. On September 14, 1952, Hurricane Able struck the North Carolina coast. The category 3 storm caused significant flooding and property damage, resulting in several deaths and the evacuation of thousands of residents.

4. On September 14, 1987, the Carolina Panthers were awarded an NFL expansion franchise. The team began playing in 1995 and has since become a beloved part of North Carolina culture, with a loyal fan base and several playoff appearances.

5. On September 14, 2018, Hurricane Florence made landfall in North Carolina, causing catastrophic flooding and widespread destruction. The category 1 storm resulted in dozens of fatalities and billions of dollars in damage, making it one of the costliest hurricanes in state history.