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Experts: Mosquito scourge to persist; more disease likely
North Carolina had three recorded cases of West Nile virus this month, and state experts said the numbers will likely increase in the coming weeks as the post-Debby mosquito population continues to boom. Several suspected cases of West Nile virus are under investigation by the N.C. Division of Public Health’s Communicable Diseases Branch, Dr. Carl Williams, public health veterinarian with the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services, said this week. ...
Scotland County: key area in swing state North Carolina
In North Carolina's Scotland County, voters backed Democrat Hillary Clinton in 2016, and then Republican Donald Trump in 2020. - From 1988 to 2016, Scotland County voted for Democrats: Michael Dukakis, Bill Clinton (twice), Al Gore, John Kerry, Barack Obama (twice) and Hillary Clinton.
In North Carolina, Democrats counting on young voters
For several months, Yampiere Lugo has been going door to door, urging young people in North Carolina to vote in November. "North Carolina is going to have something to say in November," said Zach Finley, the president of the Young Democrats of North Carolina.
Beach Day in North Carolina: High Temps and Thunderstorm Risks
Raleigh, NC — This Saturday, Raleigh residents should prepare for patchy fog in the morning, creating hazardous driving conditions. The National Weather Service warns of sudden reductions in visibility, urging drivers to exercise extra caution by using low-beam headlights and fog lights if available. High temperatures are expected to be 2 to 5 degrees above normal, making it a warmer-than-average day for the end of August.
Most frequent users of 988 Hotline are teenagers 13 to 17 years old, data shows
The first week back to school can be an exciting time for some students, but it's also an area of concern for mental health professionals.They say the start of the school year typically spurs an uptick in mental health problems.There is an alarming trend emerging among middle and high school students.The latest data from the North Carolina Health and Human Resources reveals that 13-to-17-year-olds now are most frequent users of the 988 Hotline.Almost 6,500 teens have reached out in crisis in the past year.Mental health care providers say there's a significant gap in support."The mental health resources they just can't...
Filling northeastern North Carolina's 'legal desert:' A conversation with public defender Tonza Ruffin
When there is an area with a lack of affordable, fresh food, it is often referred to as a food desert. Likewise, at least according to the North Carolina State Bar, when there are not enough lawyers in one place, it is called a legal desert. The North Carolina Administrative...
Watch: Massive fireball spotted over North Carolina, much of Appalachia
The American Meteor Society received around 140 reports of people both seeing and hearing the event. NASA said its analysis found the fireball traveled from west to east over Tennessee before breaking up over the Tar Heel State.
North Buncombe runs to 32-12 victory over Owen
A short bus ride to the upper reaches of the county, Aug. 30, took Owen to North Buncombe for a meeting between a pair of 0-1 programs. The Knights followed a formidable ground game to 32-12 victory, dealing the Warhorses their second loss of the season. Owen took the field...
10 States Allow Health Insurers to Ignore Co-Pay Assistance Rules
A report by The AIDS Institute found that 21 health insurance providers in 10 states violate rules regarding co-pay accumulator adjustment policies (CAAPs). Specifically, the insurers are not counting co-pay assistance toward enrollees’ deductibles, despite state laws and a federal ruling prohibiting the practice. Failure to enforce laws regarding...
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