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Delegate says North Carolina ‘back in play’ ahead of Democratic National Convention
"Our younger Democrats, who've never participated in the process, are coming forward. We have Republicans who have taken the courage to step forward and they're going to be with us too. We're seeing a momentum that we've never had before."
Appeals Court Judge Gore receives promotion
Judge W. Fred Gore of the North Carolina Court of Appeals was recently promoted from Major in the United States Army Reserve Judge Advocate Generals Corp (USAR JAG Corp) to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He is currently assigned to the 134th Legal Operations Detachment with the USAR JAG Corp at Fort Liberty, formerly Fort Bragg.
Carolina Eye Associates glaucoma specialist becomes 2nd in NC to implant revolutionary medication device
On July 31, Tarra Millender, M.D., a glaucoma and cataract specialist at Carolina Eye Associates, became the second surgeon in North Carolina to implant a revolutionary glaucoma device called iDose TR. iDose TR is an FDA-approved ocular implant for individuals with open-angle glaucoma or high eye pressure (also known as...
Local law firm gives away backpacks for the fifth year in a row
WASHINGTON, N.C. (WNCT) — The Wayne Hardee Law Backpack Giveaway is Friday, Aug. 16, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. They’ll be handing the backpacks out at Beaufort County Community College. They have more than 1,000 backpacks filled with school supplies to give away. This is the fifth year they’ve been doing this, giving away […]
Jacksonville breaks ground on new Lejeune Memorial Gardens welcome area
JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — The City of Jacksonville and Onslow County have partnered with state funding and the military to establish a new welcome area and restroom facility at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens. The groundbreaking ceremony took place Thursday morning, where the public was invited to join in the celebration. The planning of this facility […]
Jacksonville to host 15th annual Montford Point Marine Ceremony this August
African American soldiers who enlisted in the Marine Corps during WWII will be honored at an upcoming ceremony at Lejeune Memorial Gardens. The City of Jacksonville has announced the National Montford Point Marine Association will host the Annual Montford Point Marine Ceremony and annual convention in Jacksonville this year. The ceremony is 8AM Friday, August 23 at the Memorial in Lejeune Memorial Gardens, Montford Landing Road, 30 Montford Point Marines will be honored with a replica of the Congressional Gold Medal. The ceremony is open to the public.
Registration deadline nears for annual Color Run
GOLDSBORO — The Cures for the Colors Color Run is just one month away. On Sept. 14, participants will gather in Goldsboro for a day of vibrant colors, community spirit, and support for individuals battling cancer. This event promises fun and hope for all involved. The Color Run offers...
Battery maker plans more than 1,000 jobs, $1.4B plant outside Rocky Mount, officials say
Edgecombe County is about to get an economic jolt. An industrial battery manufacturer is planning a high-tech plant that could bring roughly 1,200 jobs to the county, officials familiar with the project told WRAL News late Wednesday. The project — an expected investment of roughly $1.4 billion — would be one of the biggest economic development deals in eastern North Carolina and the latest to bolster the state’s roster of clean energy companies.
Johnston man voices his health care frustrations
SMITHFIELD — Rudy Baker had visited his wife at Smithfield Manor, where she’s trying to recover from a mysterious illness. “Been there 44 days,” Baker told County Commissioners last week. “Still can’t walk.” That night, back at home, Baker fell but managed to get in bed. The next morning, he returned to Smithfield Manor to visit his wife. “As I […] The post Johnston man voices his health care frustrations first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Good Shepherd Center to host fundraiser with food, auction items, music and more
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Good Shepherd Center is inviting the community to its first ever Good Neighbors Gathering set for Saturday, Sept. 7, from 5 to 8 p.m. The event will be held at Azalea Station and feature food, drinks, live music, an auction and more, all in an effort to raise money for the center.
Gubernatorial candidate, Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson’s visit to Huntersville met by protestors
Robinson has lately been taking on a more direct approach to his government experience and added that his previous positions as an activist and social media influencer were for those causes.
Piedmont Pit Stops: Tracking the legacy of moonshine and motorsports on Purgatory Trail
There was an error loading the media player. Just steps from the North Carolina Zoo, there’s a wooded pathway lined with remnants of one of the state’s most notorious industries: moonshine. It’s called Purgatory Trail. “So at night, it used to be said that you could see...
Former NASCAR star Kurt Busch charged with DWI in North Carolina
IREDELL COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — Retired NASCAR driver Kurt Busch is facing several charges related to an alleged DWI, according to the Iredell Free News. Busch reportedly will have his driver’s license revoked for 30 days as a result. Iredell Free News reports that court records state that Busch was clocked going 18 mph over […]
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