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Watch what NC politicians are doing to our elections, not what they’re saying about them
When people who actually care about free and fair elections called the wave of election law changes in North Carolina voter suppression, conservatives and election deniers clutched their proverbial pearls and cried that they were being unfairly attacked. They said making same day registration more difficult, requiring an ID to cast a ballot, complicating mail-in […]
Ridgill makes most of last-minute addition in East-West All-Star Basketball Game
GREENSBORO — Former Chatham Charter basketball standout Jonah Ridgill wasn’t originally supposed to play in the North Carolina Coaches Association’s East-West All-Star Game on July 15, but after his performance, there was no question that he belonged. In front of a packed Novant Health Fieldhouse in Greensboro,...
Stanly County Sheriff provides police coverage option for Oakboro
The Town of Oakboro and Stanly County Sheriff Jeff Crisco have talked about a possible change for the town’s police department. For months, the town’s police force has had less officers, including five resignations in the early spring. As the town faces the future following the resignation of Police Chief T.J. Smith, whose last day is […] The post Stanly County Sheriff provides police coverage option for Oakboro appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Stanly County Sheriff’s Report – July 25, 2024
Stanly County Sheriff’s Office reports the following: • Greene, Michael Nelson (W /M/42) Arrest on chrg of 1) Driving While Impaired (M), 2) Reckless Drvg-wanton Disregard (M), 3) Reckless Driving To Endanger (M), 4) Dwlr Impaired Rev (M), and 5) Fail Maintain Lane Control (i) (M), at 126 S Third Street, Albemarle, NC, on 7/25/2024. • […] The post Stanly County Sheriff’s Report – July 25, 2024 appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Greensboro leaders put up new signs to discourage panhandling
GREENSBORO, N.C. — The City of Greensboro and United Way have new signs up discouraging people from giving money to panhandlers. The signs encourage people to their money to charity, rather than to someone on the side of the road. WFMY News 2's got reaction from one of the...
Developer David Couch discusses Villages of Summerfield Farms project
SUMMERFIELD, N.C. (WGHP) — For the first time since David Couch’s property was de-annexed from the town of Summerfield, FOX8 sat down to speak with the developer. “We are extremely respectful of the past here at Summerfield Farms and focused on the future,” Couch said. It’s been an eight-year battle to use his property to […]
Rev. Al Sharpton Visits International Civil Rights Museum
The International Civil Rights Center and Museum in downtown Greensboro got a special guest on Thursday, July 25. Nationally known civil rights advocate Al Sharpton – a good friend of the museum’s co-founder Skip Alston, who’s also the chairman of the Guilford County Board of Commissioners – was in Greensboro for an event at the Koury Convention Center, and, when Sharpton said he wanted to check out the museum, Alston was all ears and very accommodating.
Man charged for allegedly shooting at vehicle in Hamlet store parking lot
HAMLET — A man is facing several charges after an alleged violent confrontation with a former girlfriend. According to investigators with the Hamlet Police Department, officers responded to a convenience store earlier this month to a call about a vehicle being shot at. The victim had reportedly seen an...
Pinehurst Medical Clinic expands dermatology services in Southern Pines
SOUTHERN PINES — Pinehurst Medical Clinic, a leading provider of comprehensive dermatological care, is excited to welcome Julie Herring, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, to its team. Herring will expand one of PMC’s dermatology teams led by board-certified dermatologist Krystina Quow, M.D. Herring earned her Master of Science as a...
HBCU Livingstone College gets eight-figure gift from anonymous donor
Livingstone College announced the largest gift in the history of the North Carolina HBCU. The post HBCU Livingstone College gets eight-figure gift from anonymous donor appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Movie by the Lake: Ghostbusters Frozen Empire – Oct. 18
Aberdeen Lake Park is hosting a “Move by the Lake” night in October, featuring Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Concessions will be available for purchase. Rain dates will be the same time, the following day. *Movie listed may be impacted by changing release dates and are subject to change.*. Admission:...
Pint Sized Petting Zoo – Sept. 15
The Pint Sized Petting Zoo is returning to Rec Room in Southern Pines!. Meet Charlie the Mini Highland Cow and all his little friends from the Pint Sized Pasture. Sept. 15 from 12 – 3 p.m. This is a free event and kid friendly. Via Rec Room Southern Pines.
Inmates successfully complete WCC's WDCE Introduction to Welding Class
WILKESBORO — Wilkes Community College's Workforce Development and Community Education (WDCE) division is pleased to announce the successful completion of its Introduction to Welding Class in collaboration with Gardner Glass of North Wilkesboro. This initiative, held in partnership with Wilkes Correctional Facility and the College and Career Readiness (CCR) division, aimed to equip offenders with valuable employability skills and hands-on welding expertise. The program, conducted from Jan. 23 to June 27, commenced with a comprehensive 24-hour employability skills workshop. Participants received training in resume building,...
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