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Prelimary work begins on I-40 for Buc-ee's expansion
MEBANE, N.C. — Road closures on I-40 near Mebane on Thursday and Friday were the result of initial preparations for the Buc-ee's expansion into North Carolina, NCDOT officials confirmed. Beginning early Thursday morning, a moving closure near Trollingwood Hawfields Road at Mile Marker 150 started to allow Duke Energy...
North Carolina speedway can sue top health official over COVID-19 closure
A North Carolina racetrack shuttered briefly during the pandemic can sue the top health regulator on allegations that Gov. Roy Cooper's administration violated the constitutional rights of its operators, the state Supreme Court ruled Friday.
Utility company to update plan to remove harmful chemicals, PFAS from Orange County drinking water
A company in Orange County is set to provide an update to a plan to remove forever chemicals or PFAS from drinking water.Leaders with the Orange Water and Sewer Authority will meet Friday to discuss an action plan for removing PFAS from drinking water.That plan includes treatment options, the costs of the new treatment facility, and potential impacts on the cost of water in the community.Earlier this year Governor Roy Cooper announced communities statewide will receive more than $253 million to treat drinking water and wastewater.Orange County will get $3 million to replace lead service lines.State leaders said these historic investments are vital to support the success of our communities.
Elon University president discusses AI, campus election initiatives
Elon University President Connie Book sat down with Elon News Network to discuss Elon’s new developments regarding AI and the 2024 election. This interview was edited for clarity. Recently, Elon released its ElonGPT program where students can use this to ask questions about advising or whatever they need. Why...
Sister of Orange County escaped convict appears in court
ORANGE COUNTY, N.C. — The sister of an escaped convict appeared in court Thursday after she was charged with aiding and abetting her brother. Monique Brady, 43, was charged Wednesday with aiding and abetting her brother Ramone Alston. Alston, an inmate, escaped custody in Orange County sparking a days...
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