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Home solar panel retrofit fails for years, drains money from NC couple until Troubleshooter steps in
Imagine shelling out more than $60,000 to go solar, but after a few years never seeing any savings.That's exactly what happened for ABC11 viewers Robert and Leatha Batts."It's been very stressful, very stressful," Leatha said.The Batts signed a contract with Sunpro Solar in 2020 to install solar panels and two batteries at their home near Goldsboro. The total price for the system was more than $60,000."It was supposed to be a whole home battery backup system, whereas the panels would generate the energy and we would be able to store the energy as well with the batteries," Robert said.Unfortunately, there...
Maxton man arrested in ‘suspicious’ vehicle jailed on numerous drug charges
ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) — A Maxton man is facing numerous drug charges after he was arrested Wednesday in a vehicle being sought by South Carolina authorities, the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies arrested Christian Samuel Stephens, 23, after responding to the 2800 block of Red Hill Road in Maxton to investigate a “suspicious” […]
You are invited to the District 2 Community Meeting on Monday, July 29, 2024 at 6:30 pm at the Southern Spirit Boys & Girls Club!
You are invited to the District 2 Community Meeting on Monday, July 29, 2024 at 6:30 pm at the Southern Spirit Boys & Girls Club (1872 Back Swamp Road, Lumberton, NC 28360.) The event is hosted by Councilmen Gerald Goolsby and Graylen Mitchell. The meeting will offer information about tribal services and community information. Dinner will be served.
Wizarding Weekend serves up special Potter-themed food and drink
Looking for a love potion, a butterbeer or a Ron Cheesely hot dog to satisfy your Harry Potter appetite? No need to wave your magic wand for Harry Potter-themed food and drink at the upcoming Wizarding Weekend events Friday to Sunday in downtown Wilson — the participating bars and restaurants will do that for you. The Fantastic Drinks and Where […] The post Wizarding Weekend serves up special Potter-themed food and drink first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Wilmington teen hits the right notes at national singing competition
Chase Barnette hates to lose. Whether it’s on the basketball court, in a state track and field meet, or at a national singing competition, the recent Coastal Christian High School graduate wants to come out on top. “I hate losing more than I like winning,” Barnette explained. ...
Man shot, killed at Kernersville Food Lion on Union Cross Road, police say; suspect charged with murder
KERNERSVILLE, N.C. (WGHP) — Kernersville police say a man was charged with murder after a fatal shooting at a Piedmont Triad grocery store. Around 10:41 a.m., officers with the Kernersville Police Department responded to a report of a shooting at the Food Lion on 1535 Union Cross Rd. Arriving officers found a man, later identified […]
Doctor fired from Duke for resisting DEI agenda says majority of colleagues agree
Duke University Hospital was named one of the best hospitals in America last week in the U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-2025 “Best Hospitals” rankings, but a doctor who was recently fired from Duke for openly criticizing the hospital’s internal politics is speaking out. Dr. Kendall...
Green fundraising outpaces Morrow in superintendent race
(The Center Square) – Democrat Mo Green is raking in the donations in North Carolina’s election race for superintendent of public instruction. Green raised more than six times the amount of Republican opponent Michele Morrow in the second fundraising quarter. “Mo has made history in North Carolina: No other candidate for state Superintendent of Public Instruction has raised even close to this much before,” said Misti Williams, Green’s campaign manager,...
Bob Brinson nominated to complete Senator Jim Perry's term, awaits governor's nod
New Bern Alderman Robert "Bob" Brinson Jr. has been nominated by the Republican 2nd Senatorial District Committee to serve the remainder of Senator Jim Perry's unexpired term in the North Carolina State Senate. Brinson's nomination is now headed to North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper. Due to State Statutes, Brinson is...
Alabama city one of 6 in US tapped for early test on 2030 Census
Six places in the South and West will host practice runs four years prior to the 2030 U.S. census, a nationwide head count that helps determine political power and the distribution of federal funds. Residents of western Texas; tribal lands in Arizona; Colorado Springs, Colorado; western North Carolina; Spartanburg, South...
Safety Lyrik Pettis poised for strong junior year
SHELBY — Shelby (N.C.) Crest is home to two of the top defensive backs in the state in juniors Lyrik Pettis and D’Various Surratt. The 6-foot-1, 185-pound Pettis could grow into being a outside linebacker down the road, and is a physical tackler. Pettis had a remarkable freshman...
Do you or your family lack health or life insurance? Don’t miss your opportunity to get the latest information at the Lumbee Insurance Fair Information Session.
Do you or your family lack health or life insurance? Don’t miss your opportunity to get the latest information at the Lumbee Insurance Fair Information Session. Come out and visit with insurance providers and get information about health and life insurance. The event is at the Hawkeye Boys & Girls Club on Tuesday, July 30,2024 and at Pembroke Boys & Girls Club on Thursday, August 1, 2024 from 3 pm to 6 pm. Hawkeye is at is at 3066 Blue Springs Road in Red Springs, NC. The Pembroke Boys & Girls club address is 120 Youth Drive in Pembroke, NC 28372. Back to School Supplies will also be available for students (While supplies last).
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