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North Carolina woman tried to defraud United States in bank scheme, officials say
A woman in North Carolina faces charges after federal officials said she tried to defraud the United States through a bank scheme, according to federal officials. Jaminata Starks, 29, of Charlotte, was indicted last week for her role in a scheme involving fraudulent bank accounts, according to the office of U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina Dena King.
NC Gov Roy Cooper cagey about political future after spotlight at DNC
After winning the coveted speaking slot leading into Democratic nominee Kamala Harris' acceptance speech, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper isn't saying much about his political future. Cooper, who has known Harris for years — they worked together as state attorneys general — had also been rumored to be on Harris'...
Conservative group plans $10 million effort to soften Harris' Black voter support
A conservative nonprofit group plans to spend $10 million in the hopes of chipping away at Vice President Kamala Harris' key base of Black voter support by criticizing the White House's proposal, which it postponed earlier this year, to ban menthol cigarettes. The new ad campaign from Building America's Future...
Authorities pause ginseng harvesting in Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests, in North Carolina
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Ginseng hunting season is getting started, but the U.S. Forest Service said it would be paused in two national forests this year to preserve the wild ginseng population. In a release, the forest service in North Carolina said it would not issue permits letting people harvest...
Harris the right leader for NC farmers, rural residents
Growing up on a family farm in Lucama, I learned about hard work, resilience and caring for my neighbors. Just recently, my hometown was devastated by a tornado, and we are starting the journey to rebuild. This storm — and others like it — deeply affect the livelihoods and well-being of Lucama’s farmers and our friends, neighbors and kids. Today, […] The post Harris the right leader for NC farmers, rural residents first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Camelot vs. Kamalot: Damning accusations do little damage
(The Center Square) – Election interference by a major political party, disenfranchising its primary voters, and refusal to defend ideas have been laid out and expressly directed to North Carolina voters and those in other battleground states by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Politicos in the battleground state, through emails with The Center Square on Monday, suggest there is reason to believe the speech will have a light impact on the race between Republican former President Donald Trump and Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris. ...
Republicans remember servicemembers lost in Afghanistan withdrawal
(The Center Square) – Many North Carolina Republicans commemorated Monday as the third anniversary of the withdrawal from Afghanistan and remembering the 13 American servicemen who lost their lives. It has been an occasion to rehash concerns with how the Biden administration conducted the withdrawal, with Republicans calling it “disastrous” and “tragic.” “3 years ago today, 13 brave Americans – 11 Marines, a soldier, and a sailor – were tragically...
Soccer Game Recap: Havelock Find Success
Havelock entered their tilt with West Carteret on Monday with two consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with three. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 2-1 victory over the West Carteret Patriots. That's two games straight that the Rams have won by just one goal.
Football Recap: New Bern Starts Season with Win on the Road
New Bern had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They claimed a resounding 51-7 win over the Willow Spring Storm on the road. Given the Bears' advantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina football rankings (they are ranked 67th, while the Storm are ranked 214th), the result on Friday wasn't entirely unexpected.
Religious Community Services Gala & Celebration
Religious Community Services is celebrating its 2nd annual Gala on Saturday, August 24th at 6:00pm at the Maola Center. This year’s event features a formal dress masquerade ball theme, auction, and live music with the talented Bridge Atlantic and Erika Butters! Tickets are on sale now at rcsnewbern.com. The proceeds from the gala support their mission to provide critical shelter services for individuals afflicted with homelessness and food insecurity in Craven, Pamlico, and Jones Counties. The event is generously sponsored by the Knights of Columbus, TPI, John and Maria Cho, Baxter Family Eye Care and CarolinaEast Health System.
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