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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 power. Employing simple, easy-to-understand examples, […] The post NC legislative leaders and the inevitable temptations of power first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
NC students finding new ways of expression with Parents Bill of Rights in place
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — For the next nine months, students in school districts across North Carolina will have a new reality with the policies behind Senate Bill 49. SB 49 is also known as the Parents Bill of Rights and the "Don't Say Gay" law. The Parents Bill of...
Granville Central suspends football program
The Panthers will not be hitting the football field this season as the decision was announced to suspend the program for the 2024 season. Richard Givens, athletic director for Granville Central said, ”It is with great sadness that we announce that football has been suspended for the 2024 football season.” Granville Central fielded a junior varsity team in 2007-2008 and […] The post Granville Central suspends football program first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Shots fired at food truck on Barrington Drive near Raleigh, deputies say
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — A food truck was shot at near Raleigh Friday evening, the Wake County Sheriff’s Office says. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies responded to a report of shots fired in the 2500 block of Barrington Drive at approximately 9:15 p.m. and found a food truck that was struck by gunfire.
Date/Time/Network Info Released for NC State’s Final Four Rematch vs. Purdue
Back at the end of July, it was reported that NC State’s Men’s Basketball team would play Purdue this upcoming season in the Rady Children’s Invitational, in a rematch from last year’s Final Four. Now we know the time, date and network. The game will be...
Raleigh seeks community input on future of historic DMV headquarters site
Raleigh wants community to decide future of old DMV headquarters on New Bern Ave. The future of the former DMV headquarters, located just off New Bern Avenue, remains uncertain as the city of Raleigh seeks input from residents on its potential use. The building, which has served various purposes over...
CARS Tour tire dilemma reaches tipping point at Wake
CARS Late Model Stock Tour practice was delayed for an hour on Saturday at Wake County Speedway in Raleigh, North Carolina as the simmering tension over the current Hoosier ST2 tire allocation and consistency reached a bit of a boiling point. A problem all season has been that when teams...
NC State 2024 Football: Weight changes after fall camp
NC State released it first 2024 depth chart Friday ahead of next week's season-opener against Western Carolina. With that in mind, Pack Pride takes a look at notable weight changes among State players list on the depth chart. Name2023 Season2024 SeasonChange. Graduate OT Anthony Belton6'6/3356'6/356+21 pounds. R-Freshman OT Rico Jackson6'6/3236'6/323none.
Johnston Correctional Institution set to host hiring event for more officers
SMITHFIELD, N.C. (WNCN) – The need for people to work in corrections throughout the state is great, and very handsome bonuses are being offered to find people interested in the job. The Johnston Correctional Institution has a hiring event coming up on Aug. 27, and bonuses up to $10,000...
Family of man with special needs who died in school parking lot speaks out: 'Took an innocent life'
The pain of losing a loved one was written all over Geraldine Alshamy's face. Her grandson, Dontarius Batts, 25, was nonverbal and autistic. He had been under the care of Roger Inge, 55, for almost 10 years. He had even been on vacation with Inge's family before.Alshamy and other loved ones can't understand why he would leave Batts in the car during an eight-hour work shift."You can't bring Dontae back," Alshamy said. "In your worst state of mind, they lock folks up for keeping animals in cars. Animals! You didn't see him more than an animal? You didn't stop to...
Fayetteville officials seeking public input to improve pedestrian safety
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — Fayetteville city leaders want residents to give input on areas that are desperately in need of sidewalks and crosswalks. The City of Fayetteville is updating the pedestrian plan from 2018, which will identify where sidewalks and crosswalks are needed to create a more walkable and safer environment.
More than 500,000 claims made by people who were exposed to toxic water at Camp Lejeune
JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — The U.S. Navy has nearly 546,000 claims from people who said they were exposed to toxic water at Camp Lejeune. These claims were made under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act. This is so people can get compensated from the government for any illnesses they have sustained from the water. Advocates and […]
Mayor gives update on status of city manager
Mayor Sandy Roberson spoke Tuesday to an audience of Rotarians about the recent developments within the city’s leadership team with Keith Rogers Jr. having recently decided to take administrative leave from his post as city manager. Roberson, speaking at the Rocky Mount Rotary Club’s weekly luncheon gathering at the Benvenue Country Club, said that he and the City Council are committed to immediately start a search for a new day-to-day executive when the position becomes vacant. ...
UPDATE: Newport church fire started by vehicle fire that spread, chief says
NEWPORT, N.C. (WITN) - Crews battled a fire Friday night that heavily damaged a church on Highway 70 in Newport. Community Baptist Church Senior Pastor Billy Knox took to Facebook as crews fought the flames to say that everyone was safe. Newport Fire Chief John Murtagh says that a vehicle...
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