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Watch what NC politicians are doing to our elections, not what they’re saying about them
When people who actually care about free and fair elections called the wave of election law changes in North Carolina voter suppression, conservatives and election deniers clutched their proverbial pearls and cried that they were being unfairly attacked. They said making same day registration more difficult, requiring an ID to cast a ballot, complicating mail-in […] The post Watch what NC politicians are doing to our elections, not what they’re saying about them appeared first on NC Newsline.
State Health Plan, Aetna to set out on benefits road tour
RALEIGH — North Carolina State Treasurer Dale Folwell announced that the State Health Plan and Aetna, the plan’s new third party administrator, will be hitting the road to meet with members about benefits and “enhanced programs” that will begin Jan. 1, 2025. Per a press release...
Dog Stolen by FedEx Driver in North Carolina, Dies From Heat
On July 3, a FedEx driver stole a dog who broke loose from her property in North Carolina. The French Bulldog was a champion dog worth more than $5,000. Unfortunately, she passed away soon after, and her remains were found a few days later on July 10. Authorities believe the pup was left in the […] The post Dog Stolen by FedEx Driver in North Carolina, Dies From Heat appeared first on DogTime.
Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams to headline Song of the Mountains at Lincoln Theater
MARION, Va. (WFXR)– Song of the Mountains is returning with musicians who embody the Appalachians to the Lincoln Theater in Marion on Saturday, August 3. This month’s performance is headlined by Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams, with opener Vanden Landers. Both performers highlight the region’s deep ties to the country’s sound and instrumentals with powerful vocals to go with it.
Mail-N-More cuts ribbon on Bluefield location
BLUEFIELD, VA (LOOTPRESS) – A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Monday welcoming Mail-N-More to the Bluefield, Virginia area. The ceremony celebrating the small business saw participation from both the Chamber of Commerce of the Two Virginias and the Tazewell County Chamber of Commerce, each of whom praised the efforts of owner Benita Jorge in […]
Upcoming Calfee Community and Cultural Center will help with childcare desert
PULASKI, Va. – Starting at the end of September, the Calfee Community and Cultural Center will be open and crawling with kids. “The building sat dormant for so many years,” said Dr. Mickey Hickman, board president for the Calfee Community and Cultural Center and alumnus of Calfee Training School. “I would feel a little sadness because I just thought this was the greatest building .”
NC State Highway Patrol trooper saves baby who wasn't breathing, parents arrested
A North Carolina State trooper is being hailed a hero for jumping into action to save a baby who wasn't breathing.On Saturday afternoon, Trooper Hunter Eagle was on patrol in Rowan County when a call came in for a cardiac arrest.According to the caller, the family woke up to find an 11-month-old baby girl not breathing.Eagle, who was seconds away, drove quickly to the home, where the mother frantically met him in the driveway."As I pull into the driveway, there is a mom carrying out her 11-month-old in her arms, screaming saying, 'please help my baby, she's not breathing,'" he...
Friends remember Burlington man shot, killed in Kernersville Food Lion
KERNERSVILLE, N.C. (WGHP) — Kernersville police still haven’t said what they think led up to a shooting at a Food Lion on Union Cross Road on Wednesday morning. Investigators say Marco Antonio Vargas Arellano, 40, of Burlington, was found shot inside that store. Dillon Kiger, 38, of Kernersville, was arrested and is facing a murder charge. […]
Greensboro plans for first medical respite center for veterans and unhoused residents
A medical respite center for veterans and people without housing is coming to the city of Greensboro. The Servant Center is a Greensboro nonprofit that helps homeless and disabled individuals as well as veterans become independent. The organization recently acquired the Holden Heights building on Boulevard Street for its new medical respite center.
Lawmaker asks Virginia State Police to help Myrtle Beach authorities investigate Jakolbi Taylor’s killing
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — A Virginia lawmaker has asked state authorities there to help Myrtle Beach authorities in their investigation of Saturday’s killing of 16-year-old Jakolbi Taylor. The teenager was shot and killed at about 1:15 a.m. Saturday near a beach-access point at 16th Avenue N. and Ocean Boulevard. The rising basketball star from […]
Jamaican Independence and Emancipation Anniversaries in the Spotlight in Washington DC
WASHINGTON, DC – This coming Sunday, July 28, will be a red-letter day for Jamaicans in Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland, who are gearing up for a momentous celebration of the island’s Independence. Also on the cards for the special service of thanksgiving – a celebration of the...
Housing Consortium hosting public hearing
The Surry County Housing Consortium (SCHC) has planned a public hearing to receive comments from residents on their 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan. The group said the purpose of the Annual Action Plan is to specify how the SCHC will address housing and community needs for the use of the HOME Investment Partnerships Program. The meeting will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 31, at the Historic Courthouse, Room...
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