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Both Wilson Wawa locations to open Sept. 19
Wilson’s two Wawa locations will open their doors on Sept. 19. The stores, located at 2650 Ward Blvd. and 5003 Raleigh Road Parkway W., will hold grand opening celebrations that day with ribbon-cuttings and community partner announcements. “We are thrilled to continue our expansion into North Carolina with two stores opening on the same day in Wilson,” Director of Store […] The post Both Wilson Wawa locations to open Sept. 19 first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
'I knew as soon as I walked on campus': Freedom softball champ announces college choice
A Fayetteville softball champion has announced her college commitment ahead of her senior year. Freedom Christian softball's Savannah Graham has made her verbal commitment to University of North Carolina at Pembroke just before the start of the 2024-25 school year, according to Freedom Christian's X account. "UNCP was the school I knew...
Leading in their field: As farms decline, two Nash County brothers work to grow family legacy
NASHVILLE — Back to school signals the end of sleeping in for a lot of teenagers, but that’s not the case for the Leggett brothers, who have been up and out the door by 6:30 a.m. most days since school got out in May. Colin, 17, and Carter, 13, should get a little extra shut-eye once classes start Wednesday at Rocky Mount’s Faith Christian School. Students don’t have to get up with the chickens. Farmers do. ...
Downtown should have more diverse businesses
Cook’s Closet is a vintage clothing store business that has been added to the downtown Greenville area. This store sells men’s and women’s gear ranging from the 50’s through the early 2000’s, handmade clothing and jewelry. We, the editorial staff of The East Carolinian believe...
Beaufort mourns death of former mayor Richard Stanley
BEAUFORT, N.C. (WITN) - The Town of Beaufort is mourning the death of Richard Stanley, who served as mayor from 2007 to 2017. The town said Stanley promoted significant developments over his tenure like the annexation of Front Street Village, the expansion of town limits with Beaufort East properties, a new sewer treatment plant, and the construction of the bridge that connects Beaufort and Morehead City, among many other accomplishments.
Sign war between two Morehead City businesses goes viral throughout ENC
MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. — Dank Burrito owner Clarke Merrell knows a sign is an important piece of marketing. "You know at Dank Burrito we're all the time running different limited time offers, so it just kind of really communicates to folks what we have going on," says Merrell. What's...
TRUCK DRIVER FOUND ASLEEP AT WHEEL IN TRAFFIC, ARRESTED IN OSKALOOSA
OSKALOOSA — A North Carolina man was arrested in Oskaloosa last week after he was found asleep at the wheel of a semi-truck blocking traffic. On Friday, August 16th at 2:49 p.m., officers from the Oskaloosa Police Department responded to a report of a semi-truck blocking traffic at the intersection of A Ave and Market St. Upon arrival, they discovered a semi-truck stopped in traffic with an unconscious person slumped in the driver’s seat.
Wilmington fire, police departments asking for donors to participate in Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Residents are being asked by Wilmington’s police and fire departments to consider donating blood on Thursday, Aug. 29, during the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the American Red Cross Donation Center at 1102...
NC Department of Motor Vehicles training bus drivers on new fleet ahead of school year
ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. (WNCN) – The North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles is getting bus drivers ready to be on the roads and keep students safe this school year. For the first time ever, the department has three of its own buses to train on. Previously, NCDMV officials had to use buses from districts to train drivers and work on the district’s schedule.
Driver's education backlog in NC under review Tuesday
The driver's education backlog in North Carolina has been an ongoing issue for years. WRAL News has been staying on top of this issue for student drivers. On Tuesday morning, state education leaders will receive an update on the status of driver's education. WRAL News spoke with Athens Drive High...
NC legislative leaders and the inevitable temptations of power
In an acceptance speech he delivered in 1991 at a Copenhagen awards ceremony honoring his contributions to European civilization, Vaclav Havel – a poet and playwright who had risen from Soviet-era dissident to become president of what was then still known as Czechoslovakia – used the opportunity to hold forth on the temptations of political […]
North Carolina Weather: Cooler Air Ushers in a Taste of Fall This Week
Wilmington, NC – North Carolina residents can expect a significant change in the weather pattern as cooler, drier air moves in today, bringing a welcome relief from the summer heat. Highs are forecasted to reach the mid-80s across much of the state, with Wilmington and Florence both expecting temperatures of 85°F, while Lumberton and Myrtle Beach will hover around 84°F.
Why Iowa, NC State & Other 2024 Teams Could Surprise in CFP
The college football landscape is shifting with the introduction of a 12-team playoff format for the 2024 season. Six teams are identified as potential surprise contenders based on their schedules and circumstances: Iowa, NC State, Kansas, Missouri, UTSA, and Fresno State. Each team has favorable matchups or returning talent that could propel them into playoff contention, despite some challenges along the way. This analysis delves into each program's unique context, assessing their chances of capitalizing on their respective schedules, particularly within the competitive Power 4 and Group of 5 frameworks.
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