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Randolph County woman named North Carolina Farmer of the Year
RANDOLPH COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — Every year the Sunbelt Ag Expo names the North Carolina Farmer of the Year. For the first time ever, a woman won the award this year. Faylene Whitaker and her husband Richard started Whitaker Farms in Randolph County fifty years ago. The couple bought a 36-acre plot of land and […]
New scholarship available to NC residents with Thursday deadline
North Carolina residents can qualify for the state’s new Next NC Scholarship by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by Thursday. The Next NC Scholarship combines the Federal Pell Grant and state need-based grants into one award of at least $3,000 per year to attend any community college or at least $5,000 […]
Tourism spending in Guilford County nearly doubles since 2020 as Triad totals keep rising
(WGHP) — Tourism spending across the Piedmont Triad keeps climbing, even as the post-2020 surge begins to slow. According to visitor spending data released Tuesday by Visit North Carolina, the state saw a 7.26% increase in tourism spending from $33.326 billion up to $35.631 billion, a new record for North Carolina. The Piedmont Triad saw […]
Governor Cooper visits Cherry Point, thanks military members, hears concerns
HAVELOCK, N.C. (WNCT) — Governor Roy Cooper stopped at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Tuesday. He spoke with military leaders from across the state and heard their concerns about what needs to be fixed on the bases. The main takeaway was that the state needed to invest more in public education and childcare. Gov. […]
Scientist says simple household solution can combat mold growth during high humidity conditions
Heavy rains continued through the weekend, even after Tropical Storm Debby passed out of ENC. In addition, the relative humidity in some areas of eastern North Carolina has been at 100%. That combined dampness can cause problems inside homes. Dr. Rachel Noble with the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences in...
Lady Wildcats win thriller over Sauras
KING — West Stokes’ volleyball team opened their 2024 season with an exciting 3-2 win over rival South Stokes on Monday, Aug. 12, giving Jordan Stevens his 167th career win at the school. Newly named South Stokes’ coach Baylee Cooper had her squad ready for the challenge as they took game one 25-19 behind Olivia Amos’ seven aces in the set. The Sauras’ Payton Bowman and Jade Bullins combined for...
Cosmetics manufacturer to bring over 100 jobs to High Point
HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — Governor Roy Cooper announced on Tuesday that Cosmetics & Cleaners International LLC will invest millions in Guilford County and bring jobs. A statement released by the governor’s office says the company will invest $8.4 million to locate a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in High Point. Cosmetics & Cleaners International LLC […]
1 shot at Hanes Mall during fight, 1 arrested, Winston-Salem police say
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — Officers responded to a shooting call at Hanes Mall on Wednesday, according to a Winston-Salem Police Department news release. Around 3:30 p.m., arriving officers found a 42-year-old Rural Hall man outside of the mall who had been shot. He was taken to a hospital. Officers found the suspect, Angelo Addie Reid, […]
North Carolina A&T headed to rare non-GHOE sellout vs. rival
North Carolina A&T anticipates a rare non-homecoming sellout for its season opener against Winston-Salem State University, a historic HBCU rivalry. The post North Carolina A&T headed to rare non-GHOE sellout vs. rival appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
West Stokes tennis open season with win
BOONEVILLE — West Stokes’ girls’ tennis team opened their 2024 season with an 8-1 win over the Starmount Rams on Monday, Aug. 12. Junior Brenna Bowman was named the player of the match by the West Stokes coaches. The Wildcats overall No. 1 seed, Kathryn Davis, lost an 8-6 match to the Rams’ Abby Moxley, and then the visitors swept the next eight matches. No. 2 Alyssa Sparks secured her...
Myers and Jeffreys take modified wins at Bowman Gray
WINSTON-SALEM — The twin 50-lap races in the Brad’s Golf Cars Modified Series always provide a great deal of excitement. And after Saturday’s racing at Bowman Gray Stadium, and just two weeks left until the season finale, two familiar names — Burt Myers and Lee Jeffreys respectively stood in the Winner’s Circle after each race in the Ortega Twin 50s. Myers, who is the points leader, picked up his fourth...
Theory emerges regarding Matt Kuchar’s controversial move to end tournament
PGA Tour golfer Matt Kuchar faced immense backlash Sunday for his polarizing decision to hold up the Wyndham Championship. But could there be more to the story than fans realized? The 46-year-old golfer held up the entire tournament by refusing to finish his 72nd hole at Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro, N.C. With eventual winner... The post Theory emerges regarding Matt Kuchar’s controversial move to end tournament appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Witness called 911, followed suspect vehicle after shooting tractor trailer driver on I-40, sheriff says
MOCKSVILLE, N.C. — Davie County Sheriff JD Hartman is praising the efforts of a witness who called 911 and led police to who they say went on a shooting rampage in Mocksville. According to Hartman, John Barrow Jr. drove along Highway 601 in Mocksville, shooting into the air. Barrow...
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