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Stein, Robinson raise millions in NC governor’s race as Democrat holds fundraising lead
The election for governor in North Carolina is garnering millions in donations and spending — but in recent months, Attorney General Josh Stein has hauled in significantly more money than Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson in one of the most closely-watched races this cycle. Fundraising is happening in full force down the ballot, too, as well-financed […] The post Stein, Robinson raise millions in NC governor’s race as Democrat holds fundraising lead appeared first on NC Newsline.
Mark Robinson says his 'some folks need killing' comment was taken out of context
Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, who is running to take back the Governor's Mansion for Republicans in North Carolina, spoke to ABC11 a day after speaking on stage at the Republican National Convention.Robinson spoke with ABC11's Sydnee Scofield about a number of different topics. She will have a full report about their conversation later tonight.He told Scofield that the atmosphere at the RNC is electric. He said seeing Donald Trump at the event making his first public appearance since an assassin's bullet grazed his ear was a magical moment for everybody.Robinson said that the attempted assassination changed the tone of this...
Perry’s Emporium opened a new location and at the grand opening there’ll be major savings
WILMINGTON, N.C. (CAPE FEAR WEEKEND) - For 33 years, Wilmington has been shopping at Perry’s Emporium for their diamonds. Now they’re making it easier for people in Pender County with their new location in Hampstead. This family-owned business steals the hearts of Wilmington when it comes to diamonds...
Here are upcoming golf tournaments set across the Myrtle Beach area
Editor's note: This excerpt appears courtesy of On The Green Magazine. For more content like this, visit onthegreenmagazine.com. Golf tournaments are set to come to the Myrtle Beach area in the coming weeks and months. Here's a calendar of what to expect:. July 18-20: Family Golf Week includes Father &...
‘Sister Wives’ Star Janelle Brown Buys $289,000 North Carolina Property After Kody Split
Sister Wives star Janelle Brown purchased a $289,000 North Carolina property nearly two years after her split from Kody Brown, In Touch can exclusively confirm. Janelle, 55, made the 156-acre purchase in Chocowinity, North Carolina, on March 28, according to documents exclusively obtained by In Touch. The property is listed as agricultural.
STAR Communications Awarded CAB Grant to Supply Fiber Optics in Rural North Carolina
July 15, 2024 – Clinton, North Carolina – StarVision Inc., (dba STAR Communications), a local broadband cooperative headquartered in Clinton, North Carolina, is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a grant from the North Carolina Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) and Cumberland County from the Connecting America Broadband (CAB) initiative. This grant will fund the deployment of a fiber-optic infrastructure in rural areas of Cumberland County, North Carolina, significantly enhancing internet connectivity and access for underserved communities.
Cops seek Honda driver in possible road rage shooting near Food Lion in Creedmoor
CREEDMOOR, N.C. (WNCN) — On Monday afternoon, the Creedmoor Police Department responded to a shooting that occurred near Food Lion on Wilton Avenue. Police said shots were fired from one vehicle into another as the two proceeded east on Wilton. They said one passenger of the vehicle was struck by the shots and taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. The victim is in stable condition and no other injuries have been reported.
Nash County cousins charged in Wilson shooting
WILSON — Two cousins face attempted murder charges after police say gunshots were fired at a Wilson man from a car last week. Daquon Horne, 23, of the 1000 block of Russell Street in Rocky Mount and Tyrek Kedrien Horne, 20, of the 100 block of Armstrong Drive in Sharpsburg are charged with one count each of attempted first-degree murder […] The post Nash County cousins charged in Wilson shooting first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Body of North Carolina man who jumped from Georgetown County bridge recovered from Waccamaw River
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — The body of a 37-year-old man who leaped from the L.H. Siau Memorial Bridge in Georgetown County on Sunday night was recovered Tuesday in the Waccamaw River, authorities said. The man — Shawn Timothy Lauver of Bolivia, North Carolina — was identified Tuesday afternoon in an incident report released by […]
‘It tasted dirty’: Little River residents raise concerns over bad-tasting water
LITTLE RIVER, SC (WMBF) - Smelly and bad-tasting water has some Little River residents avoiding the tap. Donald Johnson said he’s been drinking water from the tap since the 1980s until this week when he noticed an odd taste and smell. “I got some water the night before last...
Grant will help research ways to improve WNC aviation
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Thousands of dollars will soon be going toward researching ways to improve aviation in Western North Carolina. The North Carolina Department of Transporation (NCDOT) announced in a press release on Monday that the state had received a $500,000 Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE) grant. North Carolina was among three states that received the ARISE grant, which is funded in part by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Heat Advisory continues on Tuesday, July 16
Excessive heat is expected to continue on Tuesday along the Outer Banks and throughout Eastern North Carolina, per an update from the National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City office. A Heat Advisory has been issued for all of Eastern N.C., including Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands, for heat index values of 100-110...
Feelin' hot, hot, hot; excessive heat warning in place in eastern North Carolina
Hot and wet. That’s the forecast through Wednesday in eastern North Carolina. Science and Operations Officer Dan Leins with the National Weather Service in Raleigh says an excessive heat warning is in place across ENC, and it could feel as hot as 109 in spots. "We are looking at...
Ripley's Aquarium in Myrtle Beach rehomes injured green sea turtle
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Bandit, a juvenile green sea turtle that was found stranded more than three years ago, was recently rehomed by the Ripley's Aquarium in Myrtle Beach. The turtle was found on Little St. Simon’s Island in Georgia in April 2021, where she was taken to...
Oak Island home destroyed in fire potentially started by nearby electric vehicles
OAK ISLAND, N.C. (WECT) - Emergency crews responded to an active fire involving a fully engulfed house on NE 42nd Street on Tuesday, July 16. The Oak Island Fire Department arrived at 9:35 p.m. to find the home fully involved. According to town officials, two occupants smelled smoke and went outside to discover fire on the underside of the home. They were able to self-evacuate and were uninjured.
Brunswick County sports: Coaches pay, gate revenue for 2023-24 school year
After evaluating New Hanover and Pender County's athletic revenue for the past school year, it's time to visit Brunswick County. Brunswick County is home to over 153,000 residents and has become one of North Carolina's and the nation's fastest-growing counties in recent years. Three public high schools - North, South, and West Brunswick -...
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