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4 NC Hospitals Ranked in Top 100 in the World
Quality medical care is not something you want to take for granted for any health concerns you may have for either yourself or a loved one. While access can be quite limited at times, a handful hospitals in North Carolina were recently named among the best in the entire country.
NC State Bar orders Sanford lawyer to surrender license
Jul. 25—The North Carolina State Bar Association has ordered Sanford attorney Jonathan Silverman to surrender his license to practice law after it was revealed that he was having a sexual relationship with a client. As of Friday, Silverman is disbarred from practicing law in the state. "I acknowledge that the material facts upon which the allegations of the investigations is predicated are ...
American Guns & Ammo: New location, same quality
Since June 2012, American Guns & Ammo has been a trusted name in Southern Pines for firearms, ammunition, and self-defense within Moore County. Though the store may have recently changed locations, the quality and care that owners Robert and Marianne Terry put into the shop has not changed in the slightest.
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper responds amid Kamala Harris running mate rumors
(WGHP) — North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper, who many have rumbled could be on the short-list for a vice presidential nomination, appeared on national news to discuss the political landscape early Monday. Support for Harris Appearing on MSNBC’s Morning Joe program, Cooper said he spoke with Vice President Kamala Harris on Sunday as Democrats coalesced […]
Wife of NC lieutenant governor ordered to pay almost $25,000 as part of state probe
The wife of Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson owes the government thousands of dollars due to claims filed by her nonprofit organization that shouldn’t have been allowed, according to allegations outlined in documents released Thursday by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. Yolanda Hill, the second lady...
Caulder to take over operations at Richmond County Animal Shelter; animal control reigns handed to Rivers Wildlife Removal
ROCKINGHAM — The Richmond County Animal Shelter will be under new management by October. The county government announced Wednesday that operations will transfer Oct. 1 from K2 Solutions to local animal advocate Tessie Caulder. “Ms. Caulder has over 30 years of experience working with animals, including prior shelter operation...
Permanent license suspension: NC is one of the harshest states for unlicensed drivers
Been putting off renewing your license? Need a replacement mailed? North Carolina drivers should be careful: A study shows that the state is one of the harshest in the country for unlicensed drivers. Atlanta law firm John Foy & Associates used data from the National Conference of State Legislatures to rank the 10...
Advance tickets on sale now for 2024 N.C. State Fair
RALEIGH, NC (July 23, 2024) ⇒ Now is the time to save money and get a jump on planning your trip to the 2024 N.C. State Fair, happening Oct. 17-27 in Raleigh. Advance tickets can be purchased online now until Oct. 17. Tickets can also be purchased at the Dorton Arena kiosk on weekends, and walk-up tickets will be available Oct. 3-17. “The fair is a great place to make cherished memories with your family and friends,” said Kent Yelverton, N.C. State Fair director. “These prices are the best ticket offers you’ll see this fair season, so be sure to buy your advance tickets today.”
Construction of Mid Currituck Bridge could start in 2026
Soaring price tag for the project now put at about $1B. After years of delays, missteps and lawsuits, the Mid Currituck Bridge project appears to be finally moving toward fruition. Although there is no firm date to begin construction, with the bidding process due to begin next year, it is possible that the first steps to build what is now estimated to be a $1 billion project could occur in 2026.
NCDOT answers public’s questions after Pinehurst Traffic Circle meeting
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) held the first of three discussions on the Pinehurst traffic circle on July 16 at Pinehurst Elementary School with over 300 participants. NCDOT discussed changes to the Pinehurst traffic circle from south of Pinehurst Manor Drive to Page Road by replacing the circle...
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