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Ridgecroft brought soccer to northeastern NC 50 years ago
AHOSKIE – Ridgecroft School has earned a long-standing reputation as one of North Carolina’s strongest soccer programs as a small school. It has competed for many titles throughout North Carolina, claiming its first NCISAA 1A state championship in 2004 (girls) and again in 2011 (boys). This year, Ridgecroft...
Preventing a crisis: Federal 988 director sees NC counseling services up close
The federal director of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline had a look at some of the breadth of mental health emergency response in North Carolina on Thursday, visiting the crisis call center in Greenville and an outpatient clinic in Durham. The federally mandated 988 number has been available for calls and texts at no […]
NCDHHS Announces $4.5 Million in Grant Opportunities for Community-Based Mental Health Initiatives
The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is investing in programs that support mental well-being and recovery for North Carolinians and their families. The department on Aug. 15 announced three grant opportunities totaling $4.5 million that will support local partners in developing community-based initiatives to improve equitable access to mental health services, expand peer support services and strengthen family […] The post NCDHHS Announces $4.5 Million in Grant Opportunities for Community-Based Mental Health Initiatives first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Cyclospora parasite illnesses have affected 28 NC counties, sickened more than 200 people
Twenty-eight counties in the state have reported cases of cyclospora parasite illnesses this year so far, according to the state Department of Health and Human Services. But it still remains unclear the cause behind the more than 200 cases seen in the state. Wake County leads the way with 125...
John Faircloth, who represents Guilford County in State House of Representatives, resigns
GUILFORD COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A long-time representative who represents part of the Piedmont Triad has tendered his resignation. John Faircloth (R-District 62) announced on Thursday that he was resigning from the North Carolina State House of Representatives. His resignation is effective Sept. 6. “I am eternally grateful to my family, friends, constituents, colleagues, and […]
Backroads Smokehouse BBQ opens second location
Trenton, NC – Backroads Smokehouse BBQ, a family-owned eatery known for its Texas and St. Louis-style barbecue, has expanded its reach with a new location in Trenton. The restaurant, which opened its doors at 4052 Pleasant Hill Road in Pink Hill in May, offers a menu featuring smoked brisket, pulled pork, ribs, oxtails, dino ribs, chicken, and sausage.
Wilsonian a delegate at Democratic National Convention
Chris Hardee of Wilson is representing all 100 counties as a state delegate at next week’s Democratic National Convention when Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to become the party’s nominee for president. It will be his seventh time as a delegate. Hardee is headed to Chicago to take part in this year’s event. He said he’s excited because he […] The post Wilsonian a delegate at Democratic National Convention first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
A touch of Key West at Inner Banks Outfitters
Two of the buildings at Inner Banks Outfitters are undergoing quite the transformation thanks to Washington artist Yvonne Curtis. When complete her latest mural will take onlookers to the sandy shores of Key West “When I asked owner Liane Harsh what she envisioned, without pause she said Key West,” said Curtis. “It has been a […] The post A touch of Key West at Inner Banks Outfitters appeared first on Washington Daily News.
POSTPONED: “Journey to Freedom” event rescheduled
“The Journey to Freedom” scheduled for Aug. 17 at the Turnage Theatre featuring the former president of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center has been postponed. Organizers said “due to unforeseen circumstances the event has been postponed and will be have to be rescheduled.” A new date has yet to be announced. The post POSTPONED: “Journey to Freedom” event rescheduled appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Greenville man accused of identity theft
RALEIGH, N.C. (WITN) - A Greenville man remains in jail after being charged in an insurance scheme that involved stealing people’s identity. State Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey says Nicholas Bennett netted more than $150,000 in the fraud. The 43-year-old Bennett is charged with two counts of identity theft and...
Morehead City man pleads guilty to drug trafficking
BEAUFORT, N.C. (WITN) - An Eastern Carolina man was sentenced to serve up to 23 years in state prison after a guilty plea to drug trafficking. Carteret County District Attorney Scott Thomas says Patrick Arnold, of Morehead City, pled guilty to trafficking in fentanyl. The D.A. says last fall deputies...
Kinston eyes demolition of deteriorated Super 8 Motel
The City of Kinston is moving forward with plans to demolish the condemned Super 8 Motel located on Highway 70 East, a major entryway into the city. The motel sustained significant damage from Hurricane Matthew in 2017 and was condemned in 2020. The building is currently open, posing a public safety hazard and blighting the community. The property owner, Kinston NC Hospitality, LLC, has been notified multiple times about the building's condition but has not addressed the issues.
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