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Tillis: No place for politically motivated prosecutions
(The Center Square) – Both Republican and Democratic North Carolinians in Congress were quick with fiery reactions to the SCOTUS ruling released on Monday, which granted former President Donald Trump “total immunity” for official actions taken as president. Republican Sen. Thom Tillis summed up the prevailing Republican position on the ruling. “Presidents should never be subject to politically motivated prosecutions by partisan state officials like Alvin Bragg,” Tillis posted on...
Federal lawmakers launch investigation into North Carolina Board of Elections
(The Center Square) – Actions of the state Board of Elections in North Carolina are being investigated by the Committee on the Judiciary of the U.S. House of Representatives, led by Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio. This is after the board denied ballot access to three political parties, even though each exceeded the number of signatures required to qualify. In a letter from the Judiciary Committee and the House Administration Committee,...
Elkin Wet Lightning wins big over Reeves Rapids
ELKIN — Elkin Wet Lightning Swim Team hosted the Reeves Rapids of Mount Airy on Saturday, June 29. EWL, a much larger team than their friends from the Reeves Community Center of Mount Airy, sailed to an easy win. In the first event of the day, the rigorous 100-meter IM event, where the swimmer must swim one lap of each of the four swim strokes, Elkin established dominance early. In the girls 8 & under age group, Carter Allgood, 7 years old, took a 2nd...
Fireworks, parades set for 4th of July celebrations in WNC
(WLOS) — Western North Carolina is ready to celebrate Independence Day on Thursday, with several fireworks shows and parades on tap for this week. Below is a list of events scheduled for this holiday week. Asheville. Independence Day Block Party, sponsored by Ingles (July 4): This is an all-day...
Nine stores in seven counties pay penalties
(The Center Square) – Overcharging customers by retail stores in seven North Carolina counties has drawn fines from the state. Nine stores in Alamance, Forsyth, Hertford, Mecklenburg, Moore, Wake and Union counties had errors on price scans and failed the subsequent follow-up inspection, leading to the disciplinary action. Checking price-scanner systems is an unannounced strategy by the Standards Division in the state Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Stores with...
Local economic official earns state certification
Surry County’s top industry recruiter has earned certification through a state program. Blake Moyer was honored as a 2024 North Carolina certified economic developer at the annual conference of the state Economic Development Association. It was held in Wilmington during late June, with 16 economic development professionals from around the state recognized altogether. Moyer, the...
Surry Sports Hall of Fame, Ring of Honor nominations open
Surry County Parks and Recreation recently announced it is accepting nominations for the Surry County Sports Hall of Fame as well as the Ring of Honor. The period of nomination to recognize both individual and team achievement in sport is open through 5 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 9. The Hall of Fame and Ring of Honor has celebrated some of the best and most memorable athletes, coaches, teams, and supporters in Surry County since 2006. The Hall of Fame recognizes individuals for outstanding achievements in...
Passengers voice frustration with Charlotte airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is one of the busiest in the world and officials expect record-breaking passenger traffic for the Fourth of July holiday.Why it matters: There are several big projects ongoing to modernize the airport, which means travelers have been experiencing delays getting in and out of CLT. By the numbers: The airport expects 1.18 million passengers between July 2-8, a 12% uptick compared to 2023. 191,000 of those passengers are expected to be local passengers departing from Charlotte, which is a 15.6% increase compared to last year, according to the airport. Zoom in: Charlotte tied for 69th...
Doctor of Medical Sciences Graduate Uses Her Skills to Serve Children
HIGH POINT, N.C., July 3, 2024 – Mallary Clay, one of the inaugural graduates of High Point University’s Doctor of Medical Sciences (DMSc) program, wasted no time putting her skills to work on behalf of children and their families. She works full-time as a pediatric physician assistant in...
Mount Airy nonprofit organizations hosting backpack giveaway
MOUNT AIRY, N.C. — Local organizations are teaming up to make sure students have what they need to be successful for the next school year. The C.H.R.I.S.T Foundation has partnered with Visions for a backpack giveaway at Mount Airy’s Riverside Park Saturday, July 13 from 12– 6 p.m.
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Principals on the move: Alison York (left) is leaving Central Middle School for Flat Rock Elementary where she will replace Blair Lambert (center) who is moving to Mountain Park Elementary. Mike Scott rounds out the changes by vacating Mountain Park for Central Middle.
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