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Taylor urges North Carolinians to leave fireworks to professionals
The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) has launched a public safety campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of fireworks. As part of this campaign, State Fire Marshal Brian Taylor has released a video urging residents to leave the fireworks displays to the professionals to ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday for all. […] The post Taylor urges North Carolinians to leave fireworks to professionals appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
NC Baseball Museum packed with state’s heritage
This story appears in the summer issue of Wilsonian. Baseball means more in North Carolina, and one place immortalizes that greater than any other is the N.C. Baseball Museum. The museum is connected to historic Fleming Stadium, which has seen a storied history of its own, from an Elvis Presley concert to a Negro League game where a team full […] The post NC Baseball Museum packed with state’s heritage first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
NCCU Student Carrie Everett Crowned Miss North Carolina 2024
RALEIGH, NC – A new Miss North Carolina has been crowned. Carrie Everett was crowned on Saturday, June 29. Everett is Miss Johnston County and is a rising Sophomore at NC Central University (NCCU), an HBCU in Durham. During the competition, Everett promoted her community service initiative “We Need...
Pack places five on All-District squad
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The North Carolina Softball Coaches Association picked five Washington High School softball players for the 2A All-District 1 post-season team. Junior Emma Orr made the team for the third straight year and was named Pitcher of the Year. Junior catcher Addison Miller was selected...
North Carolina trailblazers reflect on 60th anniversary of Civil Rights Act passage
Tuesday marked 60 years since President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964 into law, a landmark decision that changed America forever. The sweeping legislation prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex or national origin."When I think about the Civil Rights Act, I think about how rigidly segregated the American South was in so many ways, and all of the institutions in employment, in education, in housing and just across the board," North Carolina State Sen. Dan Blue told ABC11. He also serves as the state Senate Minority Leader. "The Civil Rights Act was aimed at...
Fresh Tracks: Skylar Gudasz Searches for Meaning in Her “Truck”
North Carolina artist Skylar Gudasz takes a soul-searching journey in “Truck,” a new track that’s surfaced from her upcoming album, “Country,” which will be released on August 9. In the laid-back roots-rock tune, Gudasz calls out comforting voices from the radio, including Lucinda Williams and...
Officials urge caution with outdoor burning, fireworks
High fire danger due to moderate drought conditions POLK COUNTY—With moderate drought conditions prevailing across much of North Carolina, the N.C. Forest Service is advising against outdoor burning due to the ongoing dry weather. The hot and dry conditions persisting across much of the state are leading to a moderate to high fire danger across […] The post Officials urge caution with outdoor burning, fireworks appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Wearing masks in public will be illegal, with exceptions, after NC veto override vote
After a contentious trip through the North Carolina General Assembly, a bill banning masks in public, with some exceptions, and a campaign finance provision, is set to become law. At the end of June Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed House Bill 237, “various criminal and election law changes” citing concerns over the mask ban, but more vehemently opposing the campaign finance section which would allow federal contributions to North Carolina candidates and dark money. ...
Ahead of July 4th, North Carolina’s best beaches ranked
With July Fourth festivities just around the corner, many North Carolina residents will be searching for the perfect beach destination to watch fireworks in the sand. Luckily, there is no need to travel out of state to find an ideal beach getaway.
Community Hero and Animal Rescue Team Save Dehydrated Puppies in North Carolina
ASHEVILLE, N.C. – A heartwarming rescue operation unfolded in North Carolina when Brother Wolf Animal Rescue (BWAR) stepped in to save a litter of puppies found abandoned in a plastic bin near a bridge. A community member became the hero of the day when they discovered the dehydrated puppies...
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