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Black Republican women say they're voting for more than skin color and gender
Less than 48 hours after President Joe Biden withdrew his name for consideration in the 2024 race for the White House and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for Commander-in-Chief, Black female Republicans are sounding off on the move."Sometimes I do admire the Democrats and how they smash mouth their constituents and say 'You're going to take what we give you,'" Felice Pete said. Pete said she's shocked at the lack of a traditional primary for Democrat voters to determine their nominee.However, the chair for the North Carolina Democratic Party disagreed."(People) voted for the Biden-Harris ticket. They voted for Kamala Harris,"...
North Carolina man wins $240,760 lottery jackpot after buying $1 ticket at grocery store
MECKLENBURG COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — Scott Hill, of Davidson, bought a $1 Cash 5 ticket Friday night and won a $240,760 jackpot, according to an NC Education Lottery news release. Hill bought his winning Quick Pick ticket from the Harris Teeter Fuel on Griffith Street in Davidson. The odds of matching numbers on all five […]
Polk is one of eleven counties to switch to digital court records this week
Remainder of state to convert to eCourts in 2025 Polk County is one of eleven counties in the state that have completed the switch from paper to digital court records as part of North Carolina’s eCourts expansion. The shift was officially completed on Monday, July 22. The eCourts system now serves around half of […] The post Polk is one of eleven counties to switch to digital court records this week appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
North Carolina Braces for Scorching Heat and Thunderstorms
Newport, NC – Residents of North Carolina are set to experience the hottest day of the week today, with temperatures soaring into the upper 80s and low 90s. The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City has forecasted a hot and humid day, with slightly reduced shower and thunderstorm activity compared to Monday.
North Carolina will receive over $50 million from EPA to address climate change and support conservation
The grant is intended to reduce greenhouse gas admissions across North Carolina, South Carolina, Maryland, and Virginia, and preserve and restore thousands of acres of coastal wetlands and forests.
Theatre Raleigh Appoints Eric Woodall as New Artistic Director
Theatre Raleigh has announced the appointment of Eric Woodall as its new artistic director. A North Carolina native, Woodall brings a wealth of experience to the role, having established a remarkable career as a director, teacher, producer, Broadway casting director and television and stage actor. Triangle theater patrons are familiar...
Tracking Dontae Balfour’s journey from UNC to leading Charlotte 49ers’ defense
The returning Charlotte cornerback reflects on growing up where it’s “easy to get in trouble,” his relationship with Dré Bly and how it’s sparked a newfound love for the Old North State.
The Morning News: Game Night for the FC Series, Hillsborough Shooting
97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday morning, 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports. Click here to listen back to all of Aaron’s daily news reports, which you can hear live during “This Morning with Aaron Keck” every weekday from 6:00 to 9:00 a.m.
Middle school student seriously injured, 1 other hurt in shooting at house in Clayton: 'He's alive'
A shooting in Clayton left two people injured Tuesday morning.The shooting happened on Pond Street. The first call came in at 3:00 a.m., sending officers to the area of Pond Street and Durham Street.A short time later, officers were sent to another call of a gunshot victim on Joyner Street, which is just a block away from the initial shooting call.Officers found a 14-year-old with a gunshot to the chest. He was taken to WakeMed in Raleigh where he is in serious condition."He's up. He's alive. He's talking and everything. He's in ICU but he's doing good. He's doing well,"...
Moore County All-Stars become first team in region to play in Dixie Softball World Series
The 12-and-under Moore County Softball All-Stars are the first team from the region to ever play in the Dixie Softball World Series."I mean it really is a big deal," head coach Megan Jackson said.The team placed third in the district tournament and then finished second at states.All that is left is to travel to East Ouachita, Louisiana, for the World Series."From practice one I looked them in the eyes and I said 'Our goal is Louisiana at the end of July,'" Jackson said. "They all said OK!"The girls are on a mission to return to Moore County as champions."It's never happened so it would be like a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity," Amelia Whitaker said.The Dixie Softball World Series is a double elimination tournament. Moore County will play its first game Saturday, July 27."I think it's just going to be fun like travelling with our team and experiencing all of this," Brynlee Jackson said.If you'd like to send a message of support or help fund the Moore County All-Stars, you can head to the team's Facebook for more details.
PARTICIPATION NUMBERS RISE: NCHSAA reveals significant overall growth in most sports
The North Carolina High School Athletic Association saw a 4.73 percent increase in overall participation during the 2023-2024 school from the previous year. Across all sports, 208,722 student athletes participated in NCHSAA sanctioned sports in 2023-24, up from 198,025 in 2022-23. This is based on information reported to the NCHSAA by its member schools. That figure is the highest since the 2013-14 school year when 214,046 student-athletes were participating in high school sports in North Carolina. It is also the third-highest in the 100-plus year...
Big Lots is closing 35-40 stores: Here's how many North Carolina stores are on the list
Big Lots, a chain of discount retail stores, is slated to close 35-40 stores this year with bankruptcy looming. Representatives have cited “elevated inflation” and decreased consumer spending in the decision. The chain joins others including Red Lobster, which declared bankruptcy earlier this year, Rite Aid, Bed Bath & Beyond and more in...
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.
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...
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