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Harris leads Trump by wide margin among Hispanic voters in North Carolina: Survey
Vice President Harris is leading former President Trump by a wide margin among Hispanic voters in North Carolina, according to a new survey. The TelevisaUnivision Consumer Strategy & Insights/Media Predict poll, obtained by The Hill, shows Harris with 56 percent support from likely Hispanic voters in the Tar Heel State, compared to Trump’s 34 percent…
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.
Byrd featured at FCA Rally at Ridgecroft School
AHOSKIE – The Northeast North Carolina Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) announces that East Carolina University baseball’s Parker Byrd will appear at an FCA Rally on Thursday, Aug. 29 at Ridgecroft School. The doors open at 5:30 pm and the program will begin at 6 pm. The event...
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.
Governor Youngkin announces $8 million investment by UK electric vehicle manufacturer in Virginia
Richmond, Virginia – Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced a significant investment in Virginia’s automotive industry, with RBW Sports & Classics, a UK manufacturer of electric classic sports cars, selecting Danville as the site for its new manufacturing facility. This initiative, fueled by a $35 million state-funded project, is set to create 144 jobs and marks a major step in Virginia’s drive towards becoming a leader in the electric vehicle sector.
Mural pays tribute to musician and Wilson native Lee Fields
A Chapel Hill artist hopes a new mural of soul singer Lee Fields will cause people to learn more about the Wilson native. The 12-foot by 12-foot mural of Fields is Scott Nurkin’s 25th of a musical personality. It is located on the side of the Wilson Economic Development Council building at 108 Barnes St. in downtown Wilson. Nurkin, 49, […] The post Mural pays tribute to musician and Wilson native Lee Fields first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
People come to celebrate the life of Virginia Beach firefighter
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — People came to Pups and Pints in Virginia Beach to remember the life of Virginia Beach firefighter, Matt Gallina, who passed away from cancer. Friends and family spoke about how great Gallina was and how he will be missed. People were asked to wear baseball jerseys, something that Gallina loved. […]
Police looking for Creedmoor PNC bank robbery suspect
Police are asking for the public's help in finding a bank robbery suspect.According to the Creedmoor Police Department, the robbery happened at the PNC Bank on Main Street just before 3:30 p.m. on Friday.Police said officers obtained felony warrants for Johnathan Lemount Florence. He was last seen wearing khaki-colored pants, a light blue t-shirt, and work boots.ALSO SEE: More than $5,500 worth in goods stolen from multiple stores in Goldsboro, 4 arrestedFlorence is believed to be driving a red 2003 Chevrolet S10 pickup truck, vehicle registration VDT-3588.Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Mr. Florence is urged to call the Creedmoor Police Department at (919) 528-1515 or Granville County Crime Stoppers at (919) 693-3100. A reward of up to $2,000 is offered for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the suspect. Callers do not have to provide their names or personal information.
4 caught after crime spree at 4 Goldsboro stores spurs 22-mile chase into Wilson, police say
GOLDSBORO, N.C. (WNCN) — Two women and two men were arrested Friday after a theft spree from four Goldsboro stores led to a 22-mile car chase into Wilson, police said Saturday. The four suspects stole more than $5,700 worth of items from Dick’s Sporting Goods, JCPenney, Ross and TJ...
Before he was famous, a teenage J. Cole was a skating rink mascot in Fayetteville
Editor's note: This story, originally published in The Fayetteville Observer on Aug. 16, 2001, was written as part of the Observer's summer series "On the Job." In this installment, Round-A-Bout Skating Center employee Jermaine Cole, now Grammy Award-winning hip-hop artist J. Cole, talks about his experience as the Roller Roo mascot. Cole was 16 at the time this story was published. When you're Fayetteville's premier party animal, you expect to put up with a few small problems. ...
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....
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