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A year later, Durham is still sifting through cases of illegal dirt bike activity. Here's why
DURHAM, N.C. — Illegal dirt bikes and ATVs seemed to take over the streets last summer in the Triangle. It led law enforcement agencies to come together for a push called Operation Dismount. They filed around 1,000 charges, including around 700 in Durham. While about 20 cases have fully...
Fort Gay teen’s Make-a-Wish story featured on ESPN
WAYNE COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The Worldwide Leader in Sports is featuring a story on a young man from Fort Gay. Bradee Vance, who just graduated from Tolsia High School, was diagnosed with a chronic kidney disease when he was in seventh grade. He went through kidney transplant surgery in 2022, with his aunt donating hers.
Tarboro Police Detective on administrative leave after social media post following Trump assassination attempt
An eastern North Carolina police officer is on administrative leave after a social media post commenting on the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. In the Facebook post, Detective Sergeant Brandon Richardson wrote, “Damn. Only about an inch away from making America great again.”. Tarboro Police Chief Rick...
Admissions Director Q&A: Shari Hubert of Duke Fuqua
The Associate Dean of Admissions at Duke University Fuqua School of Business Shari Hubert is excited – about the entrepreneurial offerings at Fuqua facilitating some real growth in their MBA students, about getting to know Fuqua applicants, and how deftly the Career Management Center supports the students’ diverse career interests, among other things. There is plenty more to be excited about at Fuqua, and Hubert is here to share her insights in this Admissions Director Q&A.
NC Courage to host Orlando Pride in NWSL Summer Cup, airing on Paramount+
CARY, N.C. (WNCN) — On Saturday, the North Carolina Courage returns to action in their first match of the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup at WakeMed Soccer Park. They will face the Orlando Pride, who sit on top of the NWSL standings as the league goes into Olympic Break. Meanwhile, NC Courage have a four-game unbeaten streak.
Raleigh to host 'Saturday on South' party downtown to share info on changes in the area
The City of Raleigh is inviting community members to join them for its Saturday on South party in downtown Raleigh.The city said the event is a chance for community members to learn more about the plans and speak with City staff and other project partners about the proposed work.The Raleigh Convention Center announced in June its intentions to permanently close a section of South Street, between McDowell and Dawson Streets, to relocate the Red Hat Amphitheater.The Raleigh City Council is expected to vote on the issue in September.ALSO SEE: Relocation of Raleigh's Red Hat Amphitheater may force permanent closure to part of South StreetThe party will feature food, a bounce house, live music, and more.The event is free to attend for everyone. It will be on Saturday, July 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.SEE ALSO | Raleigh's Seaboard Station development plans 'going to be insane' for food, fun, livingFeatured video is from a previous report
Cast your vote: NC State Highway Patrol enters ‘best looking cruiser’ contest in front of Carter Finley Stadium
"This image serves as a salute to NCSU’s athletic programs after having had a stellar 2023-2024 season in numerous sports categories," the North Carolina Department of Public Safety said in a news release.
'Live After 5' summer concert series pushes start time back due to heat
The free "Live After 5" summer concert series is adjusting its start time for its final two shows. WRAL is proudly partnering with Downtown Raleigh Alliance for "Live After 5." This year's series celebrates women in music, featuring a mix of local female-led groups who will perform familiar music by...
Randall Bowman presents at Society of North Carolina Archivist annual conference
Archivist and Assistant Librarian Randall Bowman presented at the annual conference of the Society of North Carolina Archivists in Raleigh, North Carolina, in April 2024. His presentation was titled, “Creating Online Exhibits using Omeka: Challenges and Possibilities” and discussed using the Omeka digital collection management system to create an online exhibit about Elon alumnus Dewey Hooper, ’40.
Rose students win FBLA national honors
J.H. Rose High School had several national winners at the Future Business Leaders of America National Leadership Conference, the program announced. Rose had 28 students who were among the 16,000 participants from across the world at the competition held in Orlando, Florida. Jack D’Alonzo and Wright Collins placed in the Top 10 in Life Smarts, a quiz bowl-style competition. Rachel Nelson placed fourth in Future Business Educator, a mock teaching lesson event, and Elliott Flinchbaugh, Carson Fraley, and Katharine Gauland placed eighth in Local Chapter...
20 football players to watch on defense, 20 days before practice begins for 2024 season
The 2024-25 football season is just 20 days away from its first official practice on July 31. The 2024 NCHSAA football season kicks off on Friday, Aug. 23, with all 10 of Cumberland County's public high school teams in action. Seventy-First will kick off its season at home against Richmond...
Misuse of toy 'Orbeez guns' subject of warning by North Carolina police
DURHAM, N.C. — Eastern North Carolina police are warning residents about the potential dangers of "Orbeez guns" or "gel blasters." The toys fire water-absorbing beads, which can cause serious injury or property damage when frozen. A surveillance video from a Roanoke Rapids neighborhood shows a group of teenagers driving...
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