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Sheriff responds to mention in ProPublica article linking him, representative to militia group
ProPublica, a nonprofit organization dedicated to investigative journalism, published an article on Aug. 17 that linked Beaufort County Sheriff Scott Hammonds and North Carolina House Representative Keith Kidwell (R- Beaufort, Hyde, Dare, Pamlico) to militia group American Patriots Three Percent or AP3. ProPublica defines AP3 as one of the largest militias in the United States […] The post Sheriff responds to mention in ProPublica article linking him, representative to militia group appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Byrd featured at FCA Rally at Ridgecroft School
AHOSKIE – The Northeast North Carolina Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) announces that East Carolina University baseball’s Parker Byrd will appear at an FCA Rally on Thursday, Aug. 29 at Ridgecroft School. The doors open at 5:30 pm and the program will begin at 6 pm. The event...
NCDHHS launches Strategic Housing Plan to expand support for people with disabilities
RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services recently launched the North Carolina Strategic Housing Plan to help maintain, increase and better utilize affordable supportive housing for people with disabilities across the state. This plan addresses housing needs for individuals with disabilities, including those who are currently receiving or eligible for NCDHHS-funded services as well as those who are experiencing homelessness, currently residing in congregate settings or at risk of entry into these settings.
The 15th Annual African American Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Returns Over Labor Day Weekend
Note: Authored by David Menconi, this piece has been produced in partnership with Raleigh Arts. Menconi's latest book, "Oh, Didn't They Ramble: Rounder Records and the Transformation of American Roots Music," was published in the fall of 2023 by University of North Carolina Press. His podcast, Carolina Calling, explores the history of the Tar Heel State through music.
Man dead, woman shot overnight on Avondale Drive in Durham, police say
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) – A man is dead and another person was shot on Avondale Drive in Durham early Sunday morning, police said. According to the Durham Police Department, an officer working off duty at a business on the 2200 block of Avondale Drive heard gunshots at around 4:19 a.m. The officer then responded to the parking lot of a nearby business and found a man and woman who had been shot, police said.
Man shot near City Plaza in downtown Raleigh expected to survive
Man shot in City Plaza, second shooting in downtown Raleigh this week. A man shot overnight along Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh is expected to survive. The shooting was reported before 2:45 a.m. Sunday in the 430 block of Fayetteville Street. According to Raleigh police, a man was found with...
PREVIEW: Courage resumes league play with Sunday trip to Seattle
SEATTLE (Aug. 24, 2024) – The North Carolina Courage resumes NWSL Regular Season play this Sunday, August 25, in a road tilt against Seattle Reign FC. The match kicks off at 10 p.m. ET (7 PT) on ESPN2, ESPN+, and ESPN Deportes with Jenn Hildreth and Lianne Sanderson on the call.
Trinity Jones, 16, Reported Missing From Durham Since Aug. 13; Police Seek Public’s Help
DURHAM, NC – The Durham Police Department is actively searching for 16-year-old Trinity Jones, who has been missing since August 13, 2024. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward as concerns grow over her safety. Trinity was last seen in Durham, North Carolina, and has not been...
Durham police officer helps save child from drowning
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) – A Durham police officer is being recognized after helping save a child’s life earlier this summer. Officer M. Bruinton says he was on his way to another call on July 5 when he was sent to a drowning call. When he arrived, the 2-year-old child had already been pulled from the water, but was unresponsive and had no pulse. That’s when he jumped into action and performed life-saving first aid to the child.
Hurricanes’ Kochetkov Talks Brind’Amour, Marchand, Move to NHL in Russian Interview
In this translated talk, goalie Pyotr Kochetkov, known for his colorful personality and talkative nature, shares his experiences and insights from his journey in hockey. From his early plans to make it to the NHL, to the challenges he faced in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), Kochetkov opens up about his path to the big leagues. He discusses the pivotal moments in his career, his encounter with Brad Marchand, and the influence of Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour, who consistently appreciates his goaltending. His stories reveal a dedicated athlete with a strong determination to succeed, always ready to adapt and prove himself, no matter the obstacles.
Men’s Soccer Wins Thriller in Season Opener
NC State men's soccer kicked off the season with a thrilling 3-2 win against High Point, marking the debut of head coach Marc Hubbard. The match, held in front of 2,584 spectators, saw a fierce rivalry as the teams battled for the first victory of the season. High Point scored first, but NC State’s Will Buete tied the game just before halftime. The second half featured increased intensity, with multiple yellow cards issued before senior captain Vusumzi Plamana scored the decisive goal in the final minutes.
Armando Bacot returns to UNC basketball court
Former North Carolina Tar Heels’ center Armando Bacot ended his career with the program after last season, spending five years in Chapel Hill. In that time, Bacot fell in love with the university and gave his blood, sweat and tears to the program, even playing hurt through a run to the national title game in 2022. As Bacot awaits what’s next in his life, the star returned to the court in Chapel Hill recently. Bacot was on the floor playing some games with his former teammates and new members of the program. And the Tar Heels’ social media account caught...
UNC Football: Mack Brown addresses media, drops key hints leading up to Week 1
Mack Brown held his weekly press conference on Friday afternoon, and Tar Heel fans may have gotten a step closer to answering some of the looming questions prior to kickoff against Minnesota. There are a handful of head-scratching developments that have surfaced prior to North Carolina’s non-conference matchup with the...
$1.5M grant to fund summer, after-school programs
Bailey, Middlesex, Spring Hope and Nashville elementary schools will offer after-school and summer programs for selected students with help from a three-year, $1,476,543 grant, Nash County Public Schools announced Friday. The district will receive a federal 21st Century Community Learning Center grant after applying for the money in partnership with the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Tar River Region, […] The post $1.5M grant to fund summer, after-school programs first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Foodie News: Crawford Brothers Steakhouse gets closer to opening doors
On a recent drive down Hillsborough Street, I noticed signs flying announcing that Lobera Tacos & Tequila is now open at 2100 Hillsborough St. in the former Gonza Tacos spot across from the Memorial Belltower. They tout that they are a family-owned establishment inspired by the warmth of their own gatherings where you can expect to taste dishes inspired by generations-old family recipes along with creative culinary twists that keep things fresh and exciting. Open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week, check them out here.
Wake County breaks ground on affordable housing units in Garner
Wake County is breaking ground on more affordable housing Friday morning.176 units will be built at Tryon Station on Creech Road in Garner. These units are for working families who live in Garner and the surrounding areas.It's a project that nearly didn't happen without the help of Wake County and the town of Garner stepping in to provide gap financing after developers said construction costs and interest rates almost forced them to shelve the project.The county is investing $6.6 million alongside Garner with an additional $750,000. The project is expected to take 18 months to complete."This is our first opportunity...
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