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Job Assistance Center brings employment services to E/G
The Job Assistance Center is a one-stop shop for people seeking employment, career growth, job training, education assistance and countless other services on the road to gaining and maintaining a job. President Sherry Pearson addressed the Emporia Rotary Club on Tuesday to share the JAC’s offerings in Emporia and Greensville...
SH Darlings Drop 8-7 Heartbreaker
The host South Hill All-Stars fought to the end but dropped a hard-fought 8-7 decision to Emporia in an elimination game on Sunday afternoon in the Virginia Dixie Softball Darlings state tournament that was played at Parker Park. The two teams were tied at three after the first inning of...
The Most Expensive Home In The History of North Carolina Just Sold For $13.9 Million
J. Long Custom Homes has just sold the most expensive home in the history of North Carolina. The 6,700-square-foot beach mansion on Figure Eight Island in Wilmington closed for an astounding $13.9 million. “We are thrilled to have been part of such a historic record-breaking sale,” said J. Long Custom...
How much do you need to retire in North Carolina?
(WGHP) — Retirement seems like a distant goal for many people as costs steadily rise across the board in almost all aspects of life. GoBankingRates broke down just how much someone in each state needs to retire based on the cost of living. The lowest cost of retirement is in West Virginia, where someone could […]
Level 1 risk of severe storms, heat advisory issued for Triangle
The NC weather forecast calls for a level 1 risk of severe storms from the Triangle and up towards Virginia. Another heat advisory is also in place from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m.Damaging winds will be the main threat from isolated severe storms that pop up.Afternoon highs will be anywhere from 93 to 97, with feels-like temps of 105 to 109.The good news is this will be the last day of our current heat wave.Heavy downpours may lead to minor flooding and a few showers and storms may linger overnight.Thursday also brings a chance of severe weather as a cold front approaches.
Stein, Robinson raise millions in NC governor’s race as Democrat holds fundraising lead
The election for governor in North Carolina is garnering millions in donations and spending — but in recent months, Attorney General Josh Stein has hauled in significantly more money than Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson in one of the most closely-watched races this cycle. Fundraising is happening in full force down the ballot, too, as well-financed […] The post Stein, Robinson raise millions in NC governor’s race as Democrat holds fundraising lead appeared first on NC Newsline.
What has NC already spent on delayed VinFast site? And how has state used eminent domain?
North Carolina says it will continue negotiating with businesses and homeowners to acquire more properties near the empty Chatham County site. How much money has been spent? Are there ways for NC to get money back?
While one party is denied, RFK Jr. gains ballot access in NC after bumpy road
After an internal investigation and concerns over Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s party We the People's purpose and intent, the North Carolina State Board of Elections voted to approve the party for ballot access on Tuesday. It's been a bumpy process for We the People as the board questioned whether signees...
50 questions about the 2024 North Carolina high school football season in the WNC area
The North Carolina high school football season kicks off in mid-August. With the season just beyond the horizon, here are 50 questions for Western North Carolina teams ahead of the 2024 season. Will WNC have a 1A team advance to an NCHSAA state championship game for the first time since Mitchell three years ago? Or will another Asheville or Hendersonville team reach the regional semifinals like West Henderson did last season? ...
Ranking WNC tight ends in 2024 North Carolina high school football season
Western North Carolina high school football is nearly back, with scrimmages and preseason games starting in roughly one month. The Citizen Times and Times-News are continuing to highlight the top NCHSAA players by position, continuing with tight ends in WNC to watch in 2024. Two top area tight ends are gaining college offers in Brevard's Dillon Galloway and Mountain Heritage's Cason Jones. ...
North Carolina regulators pass on establishing standards for forever chemicals
Undeterred by the sweltering heat on the grassy mall behind the legislative building in Raleigh on July 10, Democracy Green’s co-founder and executive director Sanja Whittington stepped to a microphone and delivered an impassioned plea. “We are calling upon the Environmental Management Commission to vote yes to removing PFAS...
Durable skills will be incorporated into classroom teaching
Teaching students durable skills such as showing up for work on time in addition to academic knowledge and stressing the importance of each is the focus of a new report presented last week to North Carolina’s State Board of Education. Those skills inclusive of having a good work ethic and motivation are important to employers in every career field and contribute to much higher pay for employees, the report said. ...
Secretary of State makes campaign stop in Rowan County
SALISBURY — Elaine Marshall, the North Carolina secretary of state, made a stop in Rowan County on Saturday for her re-election campaign, speaking to local Democrats about the duties of her office and why she believed she is the best fit for the job. Marshall appeared at the monthly Rowan County Democratic Party breakfast on Saturday […] The post Secretary of State makes campaign stop in Rowan County appeared first on Salisbury Post.
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