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Search Warrant: Drugs And Gun Seized From Convicted Felon, JCSO Says
SMITHFIELD – A convicted felon was arrested by the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office during a search warrant in the Smithfield city limits. Immanuel Delaney Prince Jr., 38, of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive was arrested August 16 after local authorities executed a search warrant at his home. During...
Saint Augustine's employees are getting paychecks again
Multiple former faculty members tell WRAL News they are starting to receive paychecks from Saint Augustine's University. In early 2024, employees told WRAL News they hadn't been paid for multiple pay periods. Prior to Thursday, Saint Augustine's faculty and staff were owed money dating back to March. WRAL News reached...
Wolfspeed to Close Durham Plant, Will Invest in “Profitable” Marcy Facility
During their quarterly earnings report, Wolfspeed announced it will be closing it's facility in Durham, North Carolina, and it will accelerate plans to build its 200-millimeter chip factory in the Mohawk Valley, according to a media report from WRAL. The company said it will be announcing further plans regarding its closure in North Carolina.
Wilson man charged in fatal fentanyl overdose
Authorities have charged a Wilson County man with supplying the fentanyl that caused a 33-year-old Tarboro woman’s overdose death. Edgecombe County Sheriff’s Office detectives and patrol officers arrested Devonty Janell Pitt, 35, on Aug. 13. Deputies say he provided drugs to Cierra Lynn Parker Barnes, who died May 2. “During this investigation by Detective R. Holloman, it was determined that […] The post Wilson man charged in fatal fentanyl overdose first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Durham’s Newest Elementary School Readies for Opening Day
On Aug. 26, Murray-Massenburg Elementary School makes its official debut for Durham Public Schools, welcoming its first students as traditional calendar campuses return to session. The school district’s Aaron Daye captured images from a recent tour of the school ahead of opening day. Southpoint Access is an ultra-local news...
Military discounts in Fayetteville to save on back-to-school shopping and all year long
Back-to-school shopping is in full swing in Fayetteville as students in Cumberland County Schools students head back to school on Monday. Many Fayetteville shops offer discounts of up to 40% off for active-duty military members, reservists, veterans, military spouses and immediate family members. Most require online verification through such services as Id.me...
Raleigh educator Eric Fitts turned Cook Out milkshakes with Biden into DNC speaking role
Eric Fitts, an educator with Wake County schools, will speak at the Democratic National Convention Thursday after the student loan forgiveness program brought President Joe Biden into his home.
72nd Clayton Harvest Festival October 24-27
The 72nd Clayton Harvest Festival will take place from October 24-27, 2024, at Horne Square, Town Square and other locations in Downtown Clayton. The four-day festival includes a midway full of carnival rides; car, motorcycle, and tractor shows; Latin American Festival; and other community-focused events, vendors, food, music, and fun.
Dr. Pamela Baldwin Appointed As The Inaugural Vice Chancellor At UNC-FSU
For more than 20 years, Pamela Baldwin, Ed.D, has enhanced educational institutions by focusing on student success and innovation in the classroom. As the inaugural Vice Chancellor for Strategic Enrollment and Student Success at Fayetteville State University, she is building a clearer path for prospective students to enroll and graduate. Her appointment was effective July 1.
UNC Basketball: Armando Bacot is already putting his college degree to good use!
If you didn't already know: Armando Bacot is much more than just a basketball player. The former UNC basketball star showed his ability to thrive in the NIL world, as his background in business management (notably through the prestigious Kenan-Flager Business School at North Carolina) has helped set himself up nicely once his basketball career is over.
Cumberland County Animal Services says rabies case confirmed in raccoon
Cumberland County officials are warning the public to protect their pets against rabies after the North Carolina Public Health Lab confirmed a case of rabies off Strickland Bridge Road, a news release said. Cumberland County Animal Services said a resident reported their dog was in a fight with a raccoon in the 6200 block of Withers Drive on Saturday, the release said. The dog killed the raccoon during the fight and did not sustain any injuries, according...
Durham's old Police HQ could be turned into a hotel and affordable housing under new plan
The city of Durham has selected a new development firm to take a stab at redeveloping its former police headquarters property downtown after previous plans for the property fell through. Why it matters: The four-acre property, empty since 2018, is one of the last remaining large tracts of land downtown that the city has control over — meaning it could potentially encourage the creation of affordable housing on a site that it views as a potential landmark development on the west side of downtown. Driving the news: The Durham City Council voted this week to enter into an agreement with...
17-year-old Fayetteville student becomes among youngest to earn private pilot license
A Fayetteville teen is among the youngest pilots in the United States.Tyler Moore earned his private pilot license on Tuesday a few days after he celebrated his 17th birthday.Moore, who has loved planes since he was a toddler, is the son of an Army veteran and grew up watching planes fly over Pope Army Airfield."I've always loved planes since I was a kid. This private pilot license is only the beginning of my aviation career," said Moore.He is a junior at Northwood Temple Academy where he plays basketball. Moore received his pilot license from Cape Fear Aviation Flight Training in Gray's Creek where he was a student.Moore said he hopes to one day become a commercial pilot.
Former Duke Star Lands Starting Job With National Championship Contender
Former Duke star QB Riley Leonard officially won the starting job at Notre Dame. The No. 6 Fighting Irish are considered true national championship contenders, giving Leonard an opportunity to lead his team to the College Football Playoff. Leonard spent the first three years of his collegiate career at Duke,...
Stem couple pushing to build ‘dream home’ near town center
A Stem couple continues to push toward a goal of building what they call their “dream home” near the intersection with the flashing light at the center of town despite town officials’ development plan that calls for commercial uses in that location. Stem resident Tracy Parks frequently cites the quietness of Stem as a reason she and her husband like […] The post Stem couple pushing to build ‘dream home’ near town center first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Split vote approves permit for large home at 'The Point'
Oak Island Town Council approved a special use permit (SUP) for a large home on Kings Lynn Drive Tuesday night following a second quasi-judicial hearing on the property in the last two months. In a 3-2 vote, council granted the SUP for 6963 Kings Lynn after previously denying a request...
Hope Mills Shrine Club’s 3rd Annual Car Truck and Bike Show Coming August 31
Car enthusiasts, it’s almost time for the Hope Mills Shrine Club’s 3rd Annual Car Truck and Bike Show. On Saturday, August 31, 2024, come and show off your car, your truck and your bike. This event will be held at the Hope Mills Shrine Club located at 4461...
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