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North Carolinian rises from poverty to founding successful disaster relief company
Some areas of North Carolina are still cleaning up from Hurricane Debby. Helping people and cities clean up after a disaster is something North Carolinian Shaurice Mullins knows a lot about. For 25 years, Mullins, CEO and founder of Elite Disaster Consulting, has worked with the Federal Emergency Management Agency and state emergency management agencies in cleanup operations following tornadoes, earthquakes and hurricanes.
Sheriff responds to mention in ProPublica article linking him, representative to militia group
ProPublica, a nonprofit organization dedicated to investigative journalism, published an article on Aug. 17 that linked Beaufort County Sheriff Scott Hammonds and North Carolina House Representative Keith Kidwell (R- Beaufort, Hyde, Dare, Pamlico) to militia group American Patriots Three Percent or AP3. ProPublica defines AP3 as one of the largest militias in the United States […] The post Sheriff responds to mention in ProPublica article linking him, representative to militia group appeared first on Washington Daily News.
NCDHHS launches Strategic Housing Plan to expand support for people with disabilities
RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services recently launched the North Carolina Strategic Housing Plan to help maintain, increase and better utilize affordable supportive housing for people with disabilities across the state. This plan addresses housing needs for individuals with disabilities, including those who are currently receiving or eligible for NCDHHS-funded services as well as those who are experiencing homelessness, currently residing in congregate settings or at risk of entry into these settings.
Millstone Creek Orchards in Randolph County prepares for opening of cider house
RANDOLPH COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) – Randolph County is welcoming a new business that is locally owned and offers locally brewed cider. Millstone Creek Orchards in Ramseur will open its doors on Saturday. Millstone Creek Orchards is best known for its delicious donuts and cider, but the crowd wanted something more. “So about three years ago, […]
County animal shelter fails annual inspection
The Stokes County Animal Shelter received a "disapproved" result on a recent state compliance inspection. An inspector with the Animal Welfare Section of the NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services visited the Sizemore Road facility on Monday, Aug. 5. The subsequent report details several violations, including a dog that apparently went a weekend without veterinary care, missing medication records for a different dog and sick animals that had not...
Sunny week ahead for Piedmont Triad
PIEDMONT TRIAD, N.C. (WGHP) — Temperatures will be in the 70s this evening with sunny, clear skies. If you’re heading out on the town and staying out late, maybe bring a light jacket with you as temperatures will fall into the mid-60s by 11 p.m. Sunday morning will start off in the low 60s, cool […]
Get ready for fun, food, and family time at the Central Carolina Fair
GREENSBORO, N.C. — The Central Carolina Fair is returning for it's 125th year at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex! The annual fair features, rides, food, games, and more for the family! It opens August 30 and runs through September 15. Advance tickets are $25 and include admission AND an unlimited ride wristband - except for on Dollar Days and the fair's last day. Tickets can be purchased in advance. To buy tickets, click here. Children under 42 are free, seniors (60+) are free, military (with valid id) get in free, and students (with valid id) also get in free.
Cumberland County man dies, 3 injured in 3-car crash just off I-95 near Dunn, officials say
DUNN, N.C. (WNCN) — A Cumberland County man died Friday night after his car crossed a center line and collided with two other cars in a Harnett County wreck, according to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol. The crash that also injured three people was reported around 9 p.m....
Highlights from Week 1 of the FOX8 Friday Football Frenzy 2024
(WGHP) — Catch up on all the action from Week 1 of the FOX8 Friday Football Frenzy 2024. Watch the football frenzy live on TV at 11 p.m. each Friday. You can also check out the highlights after they air on MyFOX8.com. Game of the Week The Grimsley Whirlies were ready to play on Friday […]
Tennessee Commit Faizon Brandon Rocks U.T. Gear In Season Opening Win
Tennessee quarterback commit Faizon Brandon began his junior season at Grimsley High School with a win. Brandon’s Grimsley Whirlies defeated the Mount Tabor Spartans 34-12 in a non-conference game on Friday night. Brandon, 247Sports’ No. 1 overall prospect in the 2026 class, could be seen wearing a Tennessee wristband...
North Carolina Lottery Mega Millions, Lucky For Life results for August 23, 2024
The North Carolina Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Friday, August 23, 2024 results for each game: Winning Mega Millions numbers from August 23 drawing 28-30-44-66-69, Mega Ball: 02, Megaplier: 3 ...
Swimming advisory lifted for most sound-side sites on NC coast two weeks after Tropical Storm Debby
Two weeks after Debby hit North Carolina as a tropical storm, a precautionary swimming advisory that was put in place on Aug. 7 has been lifted for several sites. It is still in place, however, for eight areas, including two in popular Wrightsville Beach.
Investigation finds no evidence Musk super PAC broke voter registration laws
Elon Musk’s America PAC, which is supporting former President Donald Trump’s reelection efforts, is calling on election officials to drop its investigation into alleged violations of state campaign finance law. State officials in North Carolina and Michigan launched investigations into Musk’s PAC after reports came in that its website was misleading to voters. The website […]
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