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Back to school guide: Students in Raleigh, Durham and Cumberland Counties return to the classroom
Students who go to schools on a traditional calendar in Wake, Durham and Cumberland counties are getting ready to begin another year.Wake County Public School SystemBus riders should have received an email on August 16 with detailed information about stops and estimated pick-up and drop-off times. Starting this school year, parents of students can get up-to-the-minute notifications via text and/or email when their child's bus is delayed. Click here for updated bus routes.To enhance student safety, WCPSS will begin using the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System (SS-ARS). Students, teachers, and administrators will be trained to recognize the signs of at-risk...
Coaching mentor returns to sidelines
It’s been said that a good coach can serve as a mentor, guiding athletes through challenges and triumphs and instilling values that transcend the realm of sports. You can count Northampton County’s John Brown into that category – twice. After leaving the bench and hanging up his whistle and clipboard following 18 years of service at Lasker’s Northeast Academy, Brown returned just a few years ago – first as a...
Dogs invited to swim at Pooch Plunge at Robert Strange Park pool
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The City of Wilmington has announced the dates for this year’s pooch plunge at the Robert Strange Park pool at 410 S 10th St. Sept. 4 (3:30 to 7:30 p.m.) Sept. 5 (3:30 to 7:30 p.m.) Sept. 6 (3:30 to 7:30p.m.) Sept. 7 (noon to...
Virginia Oncology of EC cuts ribbon at new location near new hospital
Virginia Oncology Associates’ staff celebrated the opening of what the cancer treatment center's oncologist described as its “new and improved” location with a ribbon cutting Thursday evening. The cancer treatment center is now open at 905 Thunder Road, Suite 250, on the second floor of the medical office building at the Sentara Albemarle Regional Health Campus. It formerly was located on North Road Street near the current Sentara Albemarle Medical Center. ...
Free food, music and voter registration to be offered at NAACP Block Party Aug. 24
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Free food, music and the opportunity to register to vote will be offered at the New Hanover County Branch NAACP’s Block Party on Saturday, Aug. 24. The event is set to take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 714 Emory Street in Wilmington.
Durham Is Looking For Artists!
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER AND INSTAGRAM. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE. The City of Durham’s Cultural and Public Art Program invites artists and artist teams to submit portfolios as an entry to join the City of Durham Pre-Qualified Artist Registry. This registry will serve as a resource for the program’s selection of artists and artist teams to create City cultural and public art projects. Access to a predetermined network of qualified artists saves artists and staff members valuable time by making the process for responding to the numerous calls issued by the City more efficient. It also strengthens and streamlines the program by maintaining a database of artists in the community with particular skill sets.
UNC's 'Experimental Suites' Might Be the Most Embarrassing Idea of the Year
If I was looking to buy North Carolina season tickets and someone pitched me on one of these "experimental suites", I think I'd cuss them out. What is the idea here, exactly? So you're buying a "suite" of wooden bar chairs far less comfortable than the permanent seats right next to them — credit to UNC for having padded seats, that's a win — in a bad location where nobody was buying tickets, but you get a little bit of shade from a glorified beach tent? At least they also look terrible and embarrassing.
Railroad crossing closures start Monday
Work will begin Monday to resurface 14 railroad crossings in Wilson County, according to CSX. The city of Wilson said on its city website that CSX will have a surfacing team and a tie team conducting the work. The crossings in the Wilson area that are part of the improvements include the following: • Wilco Boulevard, surfacing team closing around […] The post Railroad crossing closures start Monday first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Make safety a priority with school buses back on the road
With Wilson County Schools buses back on the road starting Monday, officials remind drivers to be cautious when it comes to school bus safety. The Wilson Police Department will be out in full force actively monitoring school zones, especially during drop-off and pickup times, according to Sgt. Eric McInerny, public information officer with the Wilson Police Department. Extra patrol officers […] The post Make safety a priority with school buses back on the road first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Wake County Schools implement 24-7 anonymous tip line for student safety
Traditional calendar schools begin next week, and student safety will be top of mind.Wake County schools are now using the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System. It was created by parents whose children were killed in the Sandy Hook massacre and has grown nationwide.The app provides "a holistic solution to school prevention... featuring (a) educational program, easy-to-use technology, ongoing curriculum, and sustainability support." It teaches students, teachers, and administrators how to recognize the signs of at-risk behaviors, especially within social media.It also provides a 24-7 anonymous tip line. Students and staff can submit tips online, through an app, or by calling...
The 15th Annual African American Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Returns Over Labor Day Weekend
Note: Authored by David Menconi, this piece has been produced in partnership with Raleigh Arts. Menconi's latest book, "Oh, Didn't They Ramble: Rounder Records and the Transformation of American Roots Music," was published in the fall of 2023 by University of North Carolina Press. His podcast, Carolina Calling, explores the history of the Tar Heel State through music.
POLICE: Four arrested on larceny charges after 22-mile pursuit through Wayne Co.
GOLDSBORO, N.C. (WITN) - Officers in the east arrested four people in connection with a robbery on Friday in Goldsboro. The Goldsboro Police Department says they were called to Dick’s Sporting Goods on 505 Eastgate Drive in response to a felony larceny. They say after they were given a...
High School Football Glance, Aug. 24, 2024
3-A QUAD COUNTY Conference Team Conf. All PF PA Fike 0-0 1-0 27 23 C.B. Aycock 0-0 1-0 48 20 South Johnston 0-0 1-0 21 20 West Johnston 0-0 1-0 47 34 Hunt 0-0 0-1 14 35 East Wake 0-0 0-1 42 65 Southern Wayne 0-0 0-1 0 38 Smithfield-Selma 0-0 0-1 7 27 Friday, Aug. 23 Fike 27, Beddingfield […] The post High School Football Glance, Aug. 24, 2024 first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Dirtbag Ales Taproom and Brewery announces new addition to its Hope Mills Campus: The Dirtbag Plaza
Dirtbag Ales Taproom and Brewery, a locally owned and operated brewery known for their unique ales, expansive bar space and numerous community activities, has announced it will be expanding its campus to include more parking and new businesses for the area. On Aug. 20, the Dirtbag Ales Crew took to...
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