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Rowan County launches revamped Crime Stoppers program
ROWAN COUNTY, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – The Rowan County Sheriff’s Office is announcing a revamp of its ‘dormant’ Crime Stoppers program. “Now operating under the name Rowan County Crime Stoppers, tips have already begun to pour in, one qualifying for a reward payment so far,” the sheriff’s office said Thursday. The program operates on […]
Samaritan Ministries serves its 5 millionth meal
On Tuesday, Samaritan Ministries in Winston-Salem served its 5 millionth meal. At a small ceremony, Mayor Allen Joines, Sheriff Bobby Kimbrough, and Fire Chief William “Trey” Mayo were among the community leaders in attendance to celebrate the Samaritan's track record and the impact the volunteer-based, nonprofit Christian ministry has had on the city.
Boy who survived house fire will throw out first pitch at Winston-Salem Dash game
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — A little boy who survived a fire at his home in Asheboro will have the honor of throwing out the first pitch at the Winston-Salem Dash game on Saturday, July 20. 10-year-old Chevy Burroughs' home caught fire on December 8. Chevy became trapped in his room,...
Ashe Democrats see strong turnout at Christmas in July
WEST JEFFERSON — The Ashe County Democratic Party (ACDP) had a strong turnout of volunteers and visitors at its booth during the Christmas in July Festival in West Jefferson. The festival was a big success for the community with sunny weather and a large crowd that enjoyed live Blue Grass and Country music, classic and ethnic foods, and homemade crafts. Approximately 100 people visited the ACDP booth to show their support, meet candidates, purchase T-shirts and other merchandise, and obtain information about the upcoming election. ...
Massive North Carolina Lottery Win Came At A Good Time
Daniel Brose of Advance just moved to North Carolina. And already he is making the news. He says this massive North Carolina lottery win came at a good time. Massive North Carolina Lottery Win Came At A Good Time. He played Cash Five for the first time on Wednesday and...
Incentive package of $13M lures Nipro headquarters to North Carolina
(The Center Square) – Nipro, manufacturer of medical surgical and renal products, has been lured to North Carolina by an incentive package of more than $13 million. The 70-year-old Japanese company secured a $2.48 million grant from the state toward a $397 million manufacturing center and American headquarters. It is eligible for other assistance such […]
North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson’s wife speaks at pregnancy center that offers ‘abortion pill reversal’
RALEIGH, N.C. (WGHP) — Abortion has remained a hot topic in the 2024 North Carolina election cycle, particularly after state lawmakers overrode the governor’s veto in order to pass a law restricting abortions in the state. Democrat Attorney General Josh Stein has run numerous ads attacking his opponent, Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, and heavily […]
No state budget this year means Medicaid could run low
NC Medicaid costs fluctuate each year. The state Department of Health and Human Services forecasts how costs might change and asks the legislature for funding adjustments based on those predictions. For the 2024-25 fiscal year, the department asked for almost half a billion dollars extra to meet higher costs —...
North Carolina Man Arrested for Armed Incident at Tennessee Rest Stop
Cookeville, TN – Gregory James Daniel of Franklin, North Carolina, was arrested following a dangerous incident at a Tennessee rest stop early Sunday morning. On July 14, Gregory James Daniel,…
North Carolina HBCU gets seventh $1 million gift this year
The school is revitalizing two historic residence halls, its Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management facility and is renovating its dining facility. The post North Carolina HBCU gets seventh $1 million gift this year appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Yadkin County Schools proposed arts cuts spur turmoil over theater teaching position
Denny Key, the principal at Forbush High School, believes you can’t have school without the arts. But earlier this year, Yadkin County Schools central office administrators proposed cuts to arts programs during allotment meetings with Key — and there was notable ambiguity surrounding who would teach theater arts classes at Forbush and Starmount high schools. Starmount High School has not employed a full-time theatre arts teacher since 2017, Kelsi Jester,...
Motorcyclists rev up for a cause: 17th annual Ride for Angels
DAVIDSON, N.C. — The Hospice of Davidson County is preparing for its 17th annual Ride for Angels at Denton Farm Park this coming Saturday. Learn more by watching our interview on The Local Vibe, above!. Proceeds of the 75-mile ride ensure that every individual in our community has access...
Business Administration with Digital Marketing concentration (Online)
The business administration major with a concentration in digital marketing is offered in collaboration with Rize Education. The concentration in digital marketing requires four courses that are only taught online by Rize-affiliated faculty, not by Salem College faculty. This major offers students a special combination of pre-professional preparation and a firm foundation in the liberal arts. Both are essential to success in today’s increasingly global and diverse business environment. Interdisciplinary in nature, the major includes courses in accounting, business ethics, business law, business statistics, computer applications, economics, finance, management, marketing and mathematics.
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