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Proposed OSHA standards could hurt local fire departments
HIGH COUNTRY — Proposed updates to OSHA standards for fire departments and emergency services agencies could hurt local agencies. According to North Carolina Department of Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey, the new proposal would replace the current fire brigade standard and broaden “the scope of entities covered beyond firefighting service to include entities that provide technical research, rescue, and emergency medical services.” Watauga County Fire Commission Chair and Deep Gap Fire...
Push to remove toxic chemicals from your water could cost you big money
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Regulators in North Carolina are trying to stop companies from dumping toxic chemicals in drinking water, but the slow response from lawmakers could cost you money. Right now, almost 4 million North Carolinians have dangerous levels of forever chemicals in their drinking water. You can stream...
Heat Advisory continues on Tuesday, July 16
Excessive heat is expected to continue on Tuesday along the Outer Banks and throughout Eastern North Carolina, per an update from the National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City office. A Heat Advisory has been issued for all of Eastern N.C., including Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands, for heat index values of 100-110...
Three Rivers Land Trust protects 167 acres in Davidson County
New housing developments, restaurants and shopping malls dot the landscape in the Wallburg area of Davidson County. However, for those traveling the busy roads between Winston-Salem and High Point, a 167-acre tract of forested land will remain unblemished by development thanks to the family that owns it. The Grubbs family wanted to honor their late […] The post Three Rivers Land Trust protects 167 acres in Davidson County appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Davidson County deputies find wanted suspect hiding under a bed
DAVIDSON, N.C. — The Davidson County Sheriff's Office arrested two people for a litany of charges, after finding one suspect under a bed. Deputies report that on June 11, they arrested Frankie Dale Hicks, of Lexington, and Dorcus Estelle Newton, of Denton, during a theft investigation on White Dove Drive in Lexington.
Caring for the cold-blooded
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QC Life) -Today is World Snake Day. And here are a few things you need to know before adding a pet snake to your family. Lauren Petty and Jillian Strassner from Pet Supplies Plus joined our show to share some of the best ways you can take care of your cold-blooded friend. Some of the highlights we discussed include:
Charlotte Development Opens for Seniors
A new development is bringing affordable housing options to seniors in Charlotte, North Carolina. Paces Preservation Partners, a development partnership between The Paces Foundation and Soho Housing Partners, recently held a grand opening ceremony for The Legacy at Carr Heights Senior Apartments. Sitting on a little more than 4 acres,...
Local man arrested for drug possession
The Davidson County Patrol Division responded to 1916 Academy Dr. Lexington NC, 27295 in reference to a wanted person, Casey Duncan, being on scene. Upon arrival, Deputies were informed that Duncan had fled through the woods at the back of the residence. Deputies searched the parallel street behind the residence and located Duncan on Central Hts. When Deputies attempted to make contact, Duncan fled on foot. Deputies pursued and apprehended Duncan in the woods behind 584 Central Hts.
Man charged with murder after shooting, killing Winston-Salem man, sheriff’s office says
FORSYTH COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A man has been charged after another man was shot and killed in the Piedmont Triad. According to the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office, they were called to a home on Cain Wood Court in Walkertown around midnight about a shooting. At the scene, they found a man who had been […]
State Board recognizes Constitution Party as official NC political party
RALEIGH — The State Board of Elections has recognized the Constitution Party of North Carolina as an official political party in the state. Recognition of this party means voters now have another choice of party affiliation when registering to vote or updating an existing registration. Voters may register with the Constitution, Democratic, Green, Libertarian, No Labels, or Republican parties, or they can register as unaffiliated. This recognition also means that voters currently registered with a different political party or as unaffiliated may switch their affiliation...
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline an asset to thousands in North Carolina as it marks 2 years of existence
It's a different day for Scott Huler who was raised to believe that it was not OK to talk about your feelings. He refused to raise his sons that way."Emotions were considered a feminine thing, and I'm a boy," Huler said. "I'm not supposed to have emotions, and it's very standard for a 60s upbringing. I hated that. I knew it was wrong as a little kid."Huler, 65, spoke with ABC11 in downtown Durham. He said his sons are emotionally sound as a result of the changes he's implemented over the years. Mental health experts believe more people feel like...
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