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FC Series Brings July Jolt to Local Businesses; Owners See Potential For More
For most local businesses on Franklin Street, July is the slowest time of the year. The bulk of UNC students are gone, and Tar Heel sports are in the offseason. It’s why some of the biggest brands in international soccer popping in for an exhibition at Kenan Stadium is such a boon. When Chelsea and Wrexham faced off last summer, fans came from as far as Nigeria to attend. The Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau estimates the total economic impact from the game to be $15 million.
CHCCS Narrows Focus for Bond Plan; Estes Hills, Carrboro, and FPG Elementary Schools Prioritized
The Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education tasked its district staff with pursuing a “lead option” for its school infrastructure goals based on the bond referendum planned for the fall, suggesting at its latest meeting that further tweaking to the plan may be needed. At its meeting...
Apex man accused of imprisoning 16-year-old employee at parent's home in Cumberland County
An Apex man arrested on a Cumberland County warrant last month is accused of holding a 16-year-old employee captive at his parent's Gray's Creek home for two days, according to court records. Suvid James Kakkar, 23, is charged with felonious restraint, court records state. On June 6, according to an arrest warrant, the 16-year-old...
NC State basketball’s Kevin Keatts talks Wolfpack’s transfers, ‘swag’ and leadership
N.C. State basketball coach Kevin Keatts held a summer press conference recently at the Dail Basketball Center, which will feature some new art as a reminder of the Wolfpack’s recent ACC Tournament championship and Final Four run. During a 30-minute question-and-answer session with media members, Keatts discussed N.C. State's...
Raleigh man wins big with $150K Powerball prize
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – A Raleigh man tried his luck on a $3 Powerball ticket and came away with a $150,000 prize. William Farr purchased his lucky Quick Pick ticket from Quality Mart on Chapel Hill Road in Raleigh. He matched the numbers on four white balls and the red Powerball in the April 6 drawing to win $50,000. Because he bought a Power Play ticket, his prize tripled to $150,000 when the 3X multiplier hit.
Bradford White Announces Acquisition of FloLogic
Bradford White Corporation, an industry-leading manufacturer of water heaters, boilers and storage tanks, announced today the acquisition of FloLogic, a North Carolina-based manufacturer of premium plumbing leak detection and automatic shut off solutions for homes and light commercial buildings. The acquisition aligns with Bradford White’s commitment to innovation and quality...
Lights now up on dark Raleigh street after home invasion attempt sparked concerns
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — After months of waiting, streetlights that used to lie on the ground are now up in a Raleigh townhome community. One homeowner hopes the lights will prevent another attempted home invasion. CBS 17 spoke to Precious almost two months ago when two men, one of...
North Carolina DC Geoff Collins has Georgia Tech players hungry for October clash
No matter how the North Carolina Tar Heels perform during any given football season, Georgia Tech always has their number. Last season was no exception. After a 6-0 start, which vaulted UNC to 10th in the polls, North Carolina lost to the Yellow Jackets a week after falling to Virginia. The Tar Heels had all the chances last year, taking an 11-point lead into the fourth quarter, but ended up losing 46-42. If you guessed it already, UNC plays Georgia Tech again this season: Saturday, Oct. 12 in Kenan Stadium. North Carolina will have plenty of new starters in this game –...
Search suspended as another swimmer is lost in the Neuse River
The search has been suspended due to darkness, hours after a man vanished while swimming in the Neuse River.It happened before noon Tuesday. An emergency call went to 911 about a swimmer possibly drowning near the Neuse River Greenway Trail and Loch Raven Parkway.Eleven different agencies rushed to the scene to help the Wake County Sheriff's Office. That included two dive teams -- one from Durham and the other from Durham County.But hours later, rain and darkness forced search crews to stop for the night.This comes after a 32-year-old man drowned Sunday in a similar area. The same thing happened...
Chapel Hill struggles to redevelop a toxic coal ash mound
This report was originally published by Inside Climate News. No dog parks. No golf. No soccer or football. No child care centers, apartments or homes. No community gardens unless they’re in raised beds. The list of forbidden uses on 10 contaminated acres containing 46,000 tons of coal ash in Chapel Hill is nearly as long as what […] The post Chapel Hill struggles to redevelop a toxic coal ash mound appeared first on NC Newsline.
San Diego SS Justin DeCriscio Transfers to NC State!
San Diego Shortstop Justin DeCriscio is transferring to NC State!. DeCriscio played his first 3 seasons at San Diego, and will play his final year of eligibility with the Wolfpack. This past year, DeCriscio hit .308 for the Toreros, with 42 RBI’s, 36 Runs and 10 Stolen Bases. He earned...
Report of missing child in Aberdeen, search underway by air and ground
A report of a missing child has first responders searching on the ground, and in the air, in the 300 block of North Sycamore Street. Members from the Aberdeen Police Department, Aberdeen Fire & Rescue, Moore County Sheriff’s Office, and Moore County Public Safety are on scene near the bridge over the creek.
Rush, Jack or Hybrid, the Rucker Position Intrigues Brown and Collins
CHAPEL HILL – First it was Hybrid. Then it was Jack. Now it’s Rush. That’s the name of the pseudo outside linebacker/defensive end position on North Carolina’s defense. The spot has now had three names in Mack Brown Part II, the latest coming from first-year defensive coordinator Geoff Collins.
What to know ahead of Manchester City vs. Celtic FC in Kenan Stadium
Chapel Hill, N.C. — The FC Series is running it back in 2024, with Manchester City and Celtic FC clashing Tuesday at Kenan Memorial Stadium as part of a collection of friendlies this year. The first of the FC Series matches will start at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. More information...
RALIEGH ACES DOWN INEZ’ ONPOINT SWISH IN HOME OPENER
Inez, Ky. — The Raleigh Aces ( 2-0 ) hit 22 three pointers in a 128-84 victory to spoil the OnPoint Swish ( 1-1 ) home debut in WABA action at Martin Co. High School Saturday. Javonna Layfield makes a move to the basket against Raleigh. The Swish was...
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