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Blue Ridge Electric: New rate gives customers ‘more control over power bill’
PICKENS, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Blue Ridge Electric Co-op is announcing an upcoming rate change and how it allows customers more control over their power bill. The energy company said the new rate structure, the EmPOWERment Rate, is made up of three components to make a customer’s total electric bill:
State awards more than $6.21 million dollars for resilience projects, including two on Hatteras Island
19 communities selected for Phases 3 and 4 of the Resilient Coastal Communities Program. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal Management (DCM) is awarding 20 grants to 19 communities for Phases 3 and 4 of the Resilient Coastal Communities Program (RCCP), which includes two projects on Hatteras Island.
Police suicides are a growing crisis across the country, including NC
“We have a crisis on our hands. A global health crisis.”. That’s what Fonda Bryant, mental health/suicide prevention advocate and founder/CEO of Wellness Action Recovery, Inc., told Carolina Journal in a recent phone interview about the suicide rate among law enforcement across the country, including here in North Carolina.
Talented Young Golfer Has Asheville Roots
Fayetteville – Quinn finished in the top 40 in his group for players ages 6-8, in the Under Armour Junior Summer Nationals. That was June 17-23 at the PGA National Resort in Palm Beach, Fla. He turned eight last month, on June 8. Quinn was consistent. He shot 47...
What to do this weekend in The 828: July 26-28
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — It’s been a rainy, rainy week, so naturally many people will be wanting to get out of the house this weekend. Check out some of these great events happening around Western North Carolina from Friday through Sunday:. Hillbilly Jam. Kick off your shoes, dance...
City of Asheville Water Resources Department, Eblen Charities & Ingles Inaugural Charity Golf Tournament
Asheville -- July 25, 2024: City of Asheville: Press Release: The City of Asheville Water Resources Department. is proud to announce the inaugural Eblen Charities-Ingles Charity Golf Tournament to benefit Eblen Charities’ Water Assistance Program. The event will take place on Thursday, August 15 at Asheville Municipal Golf Course.
South Carolina pharmacist provided nuclear, radiopharmaceutical drugs to medical facilities, DOJ says
GREENVILLE, S.C. — An Easley, South Carolina, pharmacy owner, has been sentenced after authorities say he provided nuclear and radiopharmaceutical drugs to medical facilities in the Greenville area. Richard A. Sheriff, 73, of Easley, has pleaded guilty to adulteration of a drug and been sentenced to two years of...
Jim’s First Alert Forecast: One last rainy day Friday; Weekend looking much better
A Flood Watch remains in effect for counties south of highway 264 on Friday. Another 1-2″ of rain is likely on Friday with pockets of flash flooding again possible for a few areas. If you encounter any flooded roadway, always remember, “Turn Around, Don’t Drown.”. We will...
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