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What happens to Robinson if Cooper becomes VP pick?
As speculation grows over Governor Roy Cooper being among the top four Democratic contenders to be a Vice Presidential running mate for Kamala Harris, it's also raising questions of what happens to his current position in North Carolina, and what powers Republican Lt. Governor Mark Robinson would have as acting Governor while he is away campaigning.Ironically, we're in this situation because, under North Carolina law, Governor Cooper didn't get to do what Kamala Harris or presidential candidates get to do, which is choose their own running mate.Unlike in many other states where the Governor and Lt. Governor run as a...
ENC National Night Out roundup
EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA — National Night Out is a time for strengthening police-community partnerships and highlighting local resources. These events create an atmosphere for sharing information and building positive relationships between citizens and law enforcement. Here are some National Night Out events taking place throughout our area. Carteret County:
NC Attorney General Stein announces $86 million settlement in principle with Indivior
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCT) — N.C. Attorney General Josh Stein announced an $86 million multi-state settlement in principle with opioid manufacturer Indivior for its role in fueling the opioid crisis. North Carolina state and local governments are anticipated to receive approximately $2.5 million from the settlement in principle. “North Carolinians are dying every day from opioid […]
Incumbent in toss-up district condemns and endorses Kamala Harris
(The Center Square) – One day after U.S. Rep. Don Davis was the only Democrat in North Carolina to vote for a resolution condemning Vice President Kamala Harris’ handling of her border assignment from the president, he gave her an endorsement. And suggested Harris pick North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper as a running mate. Only six of 202 Democrats favored House Resolution 1371, and Davis stood out among North Carolinians because he was the only one of 14 to not toe the party line and...
Democrats accuse Cornel West campaign of accepting illegal in-kind contributions
Democrats are accusing Republican operatives of boosting the campaign of Independent presidential candidate Cornel West in North Carolina and Arizona, as ballot access fights rage in key swing states. The Democratic National Committee (DNC) filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) last week claiming West’s bids in Arizona and North Carolina took illegal […]
Word of Mouth: Influencers impact where Charlotte shoppers spend their money
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — More than ever before, choosing where to eat or shop is all about word of mouth and much of that word of mouth comes from influencers. The influencer industry is worth $24 billion, with 5 million influencers nationwide and thousands here in Charlotte. As WCNC Charlotte's...
Local stores closing after bankruptcy filing
Conn’s, which has been struggling with rising costs and declining sales, voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on July 23 and has released a list of 106 stores it’s initially closing across the U.S., although it laid out the possibility of a “full-chain liquidation.”
A cut above the rest: Fort Liberty's 84-year-old barber to be inducted into national hall of fame
A Lumberton man who has dedicated his life to cutting soldiers' hair at Fort Liberty is being recognized by the National Barber Hall of Fame this fall.Over the course of almost 60 years, Travis Bell said he's given haircuts to about 16,000 soldiers at Fort Liberty. About 100 of them have been four-star generals."They've just all been good to me," Bell said.The 84-year-old's longevity in running the XVIII Airborne's barbershop at Fort Liberty is why he's getting inducted into the National Barber Museum and Hall of Fame in September. He spoke fondly of the clients pictured on his walls--including Defense...
Some Fayetteville First-Time Homebuying Gets a Boost with City’s Homebuying HERO Program
A thrilling new program is coming to Fayetteville that will help ease the strain of homebuying. First-time buyers can now enroll in the Homebuying Education and Readiness Opportunity Program (HERO). How HERO Helps Homebuyers. According to a news release from the City of Fayetteville’s official website, the Homebuying HERO Program...
'Into the Woods' on stage this weekend
The Surry Arts Players Community Theatre will be performing "Into The Woods" directed by Tyler Matanick this weekend. There will be a Saturday evening performance at 7 o'clock and a Sunday matinee at 3 p.m. "James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece and a rare modern classic," organizers of the production said. "The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching." ...
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