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Showers possible across parts of central NC, could lead to flash flooding | Live Radar
Scattered showers continue across central N.C. Sunday evening with a few lasting into the overnight hours.Some of the showers and storms could produce heavy rain so a flash flood warning as a result of heavy rain isn't out of the question.Overnight lows will drop back into the upper 60s and lower 70s under cloudy skies.Looking Ahead Monday remains unsettled with showers and storms likely. It will be hot and humid with highs in the lower 90s.Download the ABC11 App and get weather updates and breaking news 24/7The rest of the week showers and storms are likely with the area finally drying out my next weekend."The biggest threat appears to be flooding downpours and localized flash flooding as shear is relatively weak," ABC11 meteorologist Steve Stewart said, "and instability is on the meager side for late July standards."
NC Governor Roy Cooper's chief of staff leaves her post, will be replaced by longtime aide
North Carolina Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper's only chief of staff during his two terms is leaving her post in the final months of the administration for a move to the private sector. She'll be replaced by another longtime aide.Kristi Jones will step down from the job overseeing Cooper's office in mid-August, the governor's office said in a Friday news release. Julia White, who has worked closely with Cooper since his time as attorney general, will succeed Jones.Like White, Jones' tenure with Cooper dates back to him being attorney general, when she was chief of staff at the Department of Justice...
NC man who could only afford one hearing aid gets 2 new ones as gift from Clayton doctor
A North Carolina audiologist gave a man the gift of sound thanks to a community give-back event.Dr. Melissa Palmer of Clayton Audiology has helped people with their hearing for more than two decades."I enjoy the ability to give the gift of sound through better hearing," said Dr. Palmer. "And for those with hearing loss who have either lost it over the years or have never really heard well, it is a really rewarding experience to see folks enjoying the sounds of life, whether it's communication, grandchildren, environment, birds singing."Her patient Gerald Hardee has struggled with his hearing and could only...
Virginia casinos report $59.5 million in June revenues; more …
From elsewhere: Skill games wait as assembly repeals changes to military education program. VP pick JD Vance set to appear Monday at Radford University's Dedmon Center. Bluefield University will have a new leader. The post Virginia casinos report $59.5 million in June revenues; more … appeared first on Cardinal News.
Area leaders say worldwide tech outage is creating only minor issues locally
A glitch that caused a worldwide technology outage is being treated more as a nuisance than a cyberattack, according to the company from where the issues arose. Locally and across Virginia, the impact of that outage appears to be minimal. Gov. Glenn Youngkin said an initial assessment found “critical health and safety systems...
Senate candidate Cao says that anything south of Loudoun and Fairfax is ‘Southern Virginia’
Earlier, he called Staunton's newspaper "podunk" and said it was "ridonkulous" to drive to Abingdon for a campaign forum. The post Senate candidate Cao says that anything south of Loudoun and Fairfax is ‘Southern Virginia’ appeared first on Cardinal News.
Jury sides with Pittsylvania resident in suit against county supervisor who kicked him out of meeting
James Scearce will receive $1 in damages. “The money was never an issue for me,” he said. “I offered to settle this out of court. All I wanted was an apology. … I guess this is my apology.” The post Jury sides with Pittsylvania resident in suit against county supervisor who kicked him out of meeting appeared first on Cardinal News.
Chaniece Winfield Explains the Importance of Trauma-Informed Care in Addiction Treatment
Addiction and trauma often go hand in hand. Many individuals struggling with substance use disorders have experienced significant trauma in their lives, which can deeply impact their mental health and behavior. Chaniece Winfield, a respected expert in the field with over 16 years of experience providing substance use disorder (SUD), mental health, and play therapy services to individuals and families across the lifespan, emphasizes the importance of trauma-informed care in addiction treatment. This approach acknowledges the presence of trauma in individuals’ lives and seeks to create a treatment environment that is sensitive and responsive to their experiences. Chaniece Winfield of Virginia believes that trauma-informed care is crucial in addiction treatment, as it can significantly improve outcomes for individuals with a history of trauma.
Mothers of children who died via fentanyl poisoning champion NC’s new death-by-distribution law and continue to advocate for awareness
The CityBeat is a nonprofit-funded position reporting on Winston-Salem and Greensboro city council and all city business. These pieces are free to be republished with attribution to Triad City Beat. Featured photo: A billboard in Greensboro aims to raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl, a deadly and potent drug...
Pinpoint Weather: Normally warm, daily showers and storms
After morning low temperatures in the 60s, today (Sunday) will be partly to mostly sunny and warmer with highs in the normal range of 82-89. Showers are likely and storms are possible in the afternoon and evening. This week will see showers and storms possible each day with temperatures normal...
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