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Mark Robinson blasts Democrats for DC anti-Israel protest ahead of Trump rally
North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson slammed Democrats after anti-Israel demonstrations erupted in Washington, D.C., and as former President Donald Trump holds a rally in his state on Wednesday. Thousands of pro-Palestinians gathered in the nation’s capital on Wednesday to protest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu‘s address to Congress. Videos shared on social media showed demonstrators […]
Wilkes Community College announces launch of two innovative programs
WILKESBORO — Wilkes Community College (WCC) proudly announces the launch of two innovative programs: Electrical Systems and Heavy Equipment Operator. These programs cater to individuals keen on mastering specialized skills crucial in today's workforce. The Electrical Systems program equips students to install and maintain electrical systems across residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Graduates emerge prepared for diverse roles in the electrical field, from apprenticeships aiding in system layout to full-fledged technicians managing installations and upkeep. ...
Nearly $12k in football equipment stolen from West Caldwell High School
CALDWELL COUNTY, N.C. — The Caldwell County Sheriff's Office is seeking information about stolen football equipment at a high school. Investigators say that nearly $12,000 worth of equipment was stolen from West Caldwell High School between Sunday and Monday. The break-in happened at the school's field house. High school...
Sale of Park & Ride lot may free county from PART
County officials may be cautiously optimistic about the prospect of a final exit from the Piedmont Authority for Regional Transportation (PART) following the sale of one of the park and ride lots. Last week Mount Airy agreed to purchase the former park and ride lot at 1334 Carter Street in Mount Airy, attached to the Big Lots shopping center, consisting of more than 200 spaces for a price tag of $145,000, using funds from the state that had previously been allocated to the city. ...
OpenAI’s SearchGPT demo results aren’t actually that helpful.
The trend of hallucinations showing up in public AI demos continues. As noted by a couple of reporters already, OpenAI’s demo of its new SearchGPT engine shows results that are mostly either wrong or not helpful. From The Atlantic’s Matteo Wong:. In a prerecorded demonstration video accompanying the...
Lenoir-Rhyne Announces 2024 Sports Hall of Fame Class
HICKORY, NC - Lenoir-Rhyne will add seven athletes, one coach, one contributor, and two teams to its Sports Hall of Fame as the class of 2024. Ed Byrd, Tracy Naidas Coleman, Catherine Glass (Fulton), Kent George, Michael Green, Dawon Millwood, Josh Rudder, Todd Starkey, and Isaiah Whitaker will make up the class. The 2010 Women's Soccer Team and the 2013 Football Team were named the Teams of Distinction.
Blue Ridge Fiber Guild Featured as Artists in Residence at Edgewood Cottage
Blowing Rock, NC – The Blue Ridge Fiber Guild is thrilled to announce its participation in the Artists in Residence program at Edgewood Cottage from August 5 to August 11. Located at 115 Ginny Stevens Ln, Blowing Rock, NC 28605, this event offers a week of seeing great handmade art, shopping, and community engagement.
Universities adjust to UNC system’s new rules on DEI
Appalachian State University has closed its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion office. UNC-Charlotte's DEI office will close soon. And changes to University websites, and job titles for employees forebode even more likely DEI office closures at other UNC colleges. We discuss the latest on university DEI policy with Brianna Atkinson, WUNC’s higher education reporter.
Summer Jubilee returns to High Point for a celebration with school supply giveaways
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Parents and students in High Point have an opportunity to get school supplies while having fun with different activities at the Summer Jubilee. The city of High Point is partnering up with other organizations for a celebration and backpack giveaway on Saturday, July 27 from 9 a.m. to noon at Truist Point Stadium.
House, car fire on Tucker Street in Burlington
BURLINGTON, N.C. — Fire crews say a house and a nearby car were on fire Wednesday night on Tucker Street in Burlington. Crews went inside the house to ensure everyone was out, and the fire was out within 15 minutes. No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire...
Graham’s excessive and unnecessary secrecy gives the city a bad name
We have to give this week’s award to the most uncooperative government to the city of Graham. And with special brickbats to the Graham Police Department and its ostensible public information officer (PIO), Captain Daniel Sisk. In reality, Captain Sisk’s assignment, while listed as an information officer, actually appears...
Everything Dave Clawson said at the podium during ACC Kickoff
Wake Forest took the stage on Wednesday afternoon in Charlotte at ACC Kickoff. The first man up on the podium was none other than head coach Dave Clawson who is coming off a 4-8 season, the worst mark since the 2015 season for him and the Demon Deacons. Below is a transcript of his time on stage answering questions from reporters in the audience.
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