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North Carolina trailblazers reflect on 60th anniversary of Civil Rights Act passage
Tuesday marked 60 years since President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964 into law, a landmark decision that changed America forever. The sweeping legislation prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex or national origin."When I think about the Civil Rights Act, I think about how rigidly segregated the American South was in so many ways, and all of the institutions in employment, in education, in housing and just across the board," North Carolina State Sen. Dan Blue told ABC11. He also serves as the state Senate Minority Leader. "The Civil Rights Act was aimed at...
Wearing masks in public will be illegal, with exceptions, after NC veto override vote
After a contentious trip through the North Carolina General Assembly, a bill banning masks in public, with some exceptions, and a campaign finance provision, is set to become law. At the end of June Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed House Bill 237, “various criminal and election law changes” citing concerns over the mask ban, but more vehemently opposing the campaign finance section which would allow federal contributions to North Carolina candidates and dark money. ...
Officials urge caution with outdoor burning, fireworks
High fire danger due to moderate drought conditions POLK COUNTY—With moderate drought conditions prevailing across much of North Carolina, the N.C. Forest Service is advising against outdoor burning due to the ongoing dry weather. The hot and dry conditions persisting across much of the state are leading to a moderate to high fire danger across […] The post Officials urge caution with outdoor burning, fireworks appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Ahead of July 4th, North Carolina’s best beaches ranked
With July Fourth festivities just around the corner, many North Carolina residents will be searching for the perfect beach destination to watch fireworks in the sand. Luckily, there is no need to travel out of state to find an ideal beach getaway.
Community Hero and Animal Rescue Team Save Dehydrated Puppies in North Carolina
ASHEVILLE, N.C. – A heartwarming rescue operation unfolded in North Carolina when Brother Wolf Animal Rescue (BWAR) stepped in to save a litter of puppies found abandoned in a plastic bin near a bridge. A community member became the hero of the day when they discovered the dehydrated puppies...
North Carolina Senator resigns, states family life as the reason why
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Tuesday morning, North Carolina State Senate District 2 member and Senate Majority Whip, Jim Perry, announced his resignation effective today. Late last year, Perry decided not to run for re-election. Perry said it was an honor to serve for three terms, and wanted to fulfill his duties through the end of […]
Doughboys fall to Flyboys in front of the largest crowd this season, while River Riders slip past Axmen
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn- The fireworks would only come after the game in Johnson City, with the bats going quiet in a 7-2 loss to Greeneville. Greeneville would start quick for the second night in a row, with a home run for the second hitter of the game, opening up a 2-0 lead immediately. The Flyboys would […]
Dramatic Multi-County Police Chase in North Carolina Ends in Standoff
A dramatic multi-county chase ended in a tense standoff involving the North Carolina State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) on Sunday. The suspect, 47-year-old Chad Vernon Clark, was apprehended after an overnight standoff at his residence in Pittsboro. Clark faces several charges including felony fleeing to elude arrest, speeding, and reckless driving.
Cocke County Investigates Decomposed Bodies Found in Abandoned Car
The Cocke County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a deeply unsettling case involving decomposed bodies discovered in an abandoned car. According to local reports, the incident has sent shockwaves through the tight-knit community. Mysterious Discovery. At around 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, officers from the Parrottsville Police Department, alongside deputies...
Federal lawmakers launch investigation into North Carolina Board of Elections
(The Center Square) – Actions of the state Board of Elections in North Carolina are being investigated by the Committee on the Judiciary of the U.S. House of Representatives, led by Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio. This is after the board denied ballot access to three political parties, even though each exceeded the number of signatures required to qualify. In a letter from the Judiciary Committee and the House Administration Committee,...
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