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D.G. Martin: Take steps to help favorite candidates succeed
Have you decided how you are going to vote in the upcoming election? Even if you have decided between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, there is more to do before you can do your duty on Election Day. There are more offices that will need your vote: secretary of state, state auditor, state treasurer, superintendent of public instruction, attorney general, agriculture commissioner, labor commissioner, insurance commissioner, state senator, state representative,...
South Carolina Severe Thunderstorm Risk as Temperatures Soar to 90s
Greenville, SC – South Carolina residents should prepare for potentially severe weather today as temperatures climb into the 90s, with strong to severe thunderstorms expected across much of the Upstate and Piedmont regions. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Greenville-Spartanburg, a marginal risk of severe thunderstorms is...
Ernesto high surf knocks North Carolina coastal home into the Outer Banks ocean; 7th house in 4 years swept away
RODANTHE, N.C. (WNCN) — As high surf from Hurricane Ernesto hit the North Carolina coast, a home was washed out to sea on Friday, according to fire crews. Although Ernesto is hundreds of miles out in the Atlantic, the storm is bringing dangerous rip currents and swells to the beaches. A high surf advisory is […]
Federal, state leaders tour 988 call center in Greenville
More people are seeking help for depression, anxiety and other mental health concerns thanks to increased community knowledge about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, according to state and federal leaders. Monica Johnson, 988 director for U.S. Health and Human Services, and Kody Kinsley, North Carolina Secretary of Health, toured the 988 Call Center, part of Greenville’s REAL Crisis Center, as part of a review of the state’s efforts to improve the mental health of its citizens. ...
Mourning, white-winged dove season opens on Sept. 2
The 2024-25 hunting season for mourning and white-winged doves opens Monday, Sept. 2. The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) reminds seasoned and novice hunters about the importance of being properly licensed, observing state and federal regulations and following safe hunting practices. Dove hunting season will be separated into three segments: Sept. 2-Oct. 5, Nov. 9 -Nov. 30 and Dec. 16-Jan. 31, 2025. The daily bag limit is 15 mourning or...
Families spending 22% more on household goods than in 2021
(The Center Square) – Average household spending in North Carolina is $1,017 more per month today to buy the same goods and services as it was in 2021, a new federal report says. This means that families have a 22% increase in cumulative inflation since January 2021, putting North Carolina 1.5% higher than the national average. […]
Donald Trump, JD Vance to address national security at event in Asheboro
Former President Donald Trump and vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance are set to speak at an event in North Carolina on Wednesday, Aug 21.The Trump-Vance Campaign announced that the event will be held at the North Carolina Aviation Museum & Hall of Fame at 2222 Pilots View Road in Asheboro.According to the campaign office, the former president and Vance are expected to speak on topics regarding national security.ALSO SEE: Thousands flock to Asheville to hear former President Trump's messageThis is the second time Trump has visited North Carolina in a week. He made a stop in Asheville on Wednesday where he focused much of his remarks on his plans for the economyTrump also visited the state last month during a rally in Charlotte where he marked his first public campaign event since Biden dropped out of the 2024 matchup and Harris became the Democrats' likely nominee.Doors for the event will open at 11 a.m. and Trump is expected to speak at 2 p.m.For more information visit here.
911 services restored in Currituck following widespread outages in North Carolina
CURRITUCK, N.C. — Currituck County said services have been fully restored Saturday night, following an outage that impacted much of North Carolina including Currituck County's communications center, which includes dialing 911. Additionally, Perquimans County Emergency Services also reported intermittent disruptions. During the outage, Currituck officials said Dare County Communications...
SELEE Corporation Announces Western North Carolina Expansion; $7 Million Investment and 110 New Jobs Expected
Western North Carolina’s robust manufacturing community continues to strengthen with the recent announcement from SELEE Corporation, a division of Porvair plc. As the pioneer in metal filtration technology, SELEE has chosen to expand their production and facilities in Henderson County. The company has locations in the United States and...
Tennessee Football Finding Consistent Success Recruiting State Of North Carolina
Tennessee football made a major splash on the recruiting trail on Saturday afternoon when five-star offensive tackle David Sanders committed to the Vols over Georgia, Ohio State and Nebraska. The Charlotte native is the top player in the state of North Carolina, the top offensive tackle and the No. 3...
Weekly Swim Guide Test for Eastern NC waters released
WASHINGTON, N.C. (WNCT) — Several sites across Eastern NC failed to pass recreational water quality standards this week in the Swim Guide Test. Those failing are: “Last week, we had Tropical Storm Debby to contend with, so we didn’t do any testing,” Sound Rivers Program Director Clay Barber said. “All that heavy rain and stormwater […]
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