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WNCT.com’s Get in the Game: Rhiley Holley
Editor’s note: WNCT has a new feature that will happen every Tuesday where a player from one of the many travel ball teams across Eastern North Carolina will be featured. If you have an athlete you’d like to nominate, email jennis@wnct.com. APEX, N.C. (WNCT) — Shortstop and second baseman Rhiley Holley travels with the Team Freeman […]
Local News Roundup: Presidential candidates visit NC; Matthews board opposes transit sales tax; CMS news heats up as new school year approaches
Both major ticket presidential candidates visit North Carolina this week to talk economy. We'll discuss former President Trump's speech in Asheville on Wednesday and preview Vice President Harris' visit to Raleigh on Friday. The Matthews town board voted unanimously this week to oppose the one-cent sales tax for transit expansion...
Families spending 22% more on household goods than in 2021
(The Center Square) – Average household spending in North Carolina is $1,017 more per month today to buy the same goods and services as it was in 2021, a new federal report says. This means that families have a 22% increase in cumulative inflation since January 2021, putting North Carolina 1.5% higher than the national average. Over that same period, inflation has cost each household nearly $26,000 more than they would have spent. ...
ABSS adopts new policy barring discrimination based on gender identity that appears to conflict with N.C. Parents’ Bill of Rights
Alamance-Burlington school board members voted 6-1 during their latest work session Tuesday afternoon to adopt a policy revision that ABSS officials say complies with expanded protections for LGBTQ students – and prohibits discrimination based on gender identity and other “sex stereotypes” – under newly-implemented revisions to the federal Title IX by the U.S. Department of Education.
Flounder fishery dispute grows as August meeting approaches
The flounder conflict continues into next week’s North Carolina Marine Fisheries Commission (MFC) meeting, which will be held in Raleigh from Aug. 21-23. The bone of contention is between the MFC and the North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission (WRC) about this year's recreational flounder season. The only agenda items...
North Carolina woman wins $287,870 jackpot after buying $5 ticket at Publix
NEW BERN, N.C. (WGHP) — Ruby Rozenblad, of New Bern, bought a Fast Play ticket on Tuesday and won a $287,870 jackpot, according to an NC Education Lottery news release. She bought her winning $5 Rockin’ Bingo ticket from the Publix on South Glenburnie Road in New Bern. At the time of the win, the […]
Answer Woman: Do Ecusta Trail pedestrian bridges have hazards? Where will parking be?
Today’s burning questions center around the Ecusta Trail that will connect Hendersonville to Brevard. Have other questions for our staff? Email Executive Editor Karen Chávez at KChavez@citizentimes.com and your question could appear in an upcoming column. ...
TDDA receives grants for downtown beautification
TRYON—The Tryon Downtown Development Association has recently secured grants totaling $12,500 to support the beautification of downtown Tryon. The Polk County Appearance Commission awarded a $2,500 grant in addition to a generous $10,000 grant from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina. These grants will enhance the landscape surrounding the clocktower and install tree uplighting. […] The post TDDA receives grants for downtown beautification appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
NC faith leaders decry Lt. Gov. Robinson’s stances on abortion, LGBTQ+ equality
A group of faith leaders spoke in front of the state Legislative Building Wednesday, criticizing Republican gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson’s positions on abortion and LGBTQ+ issues. Speakers questioned the lieutenant governor’s recent shift on abortion, accused him of misrepresenting Christianity, and of fueling a rise in Christian nationalism in North Carolina. “We are here […]
ICC Student Embarks on Internship at Rutherford Regional Health System
SPINDALE (Aug. 14, 2024) — An Isothermal Community College student is on her way to a great career, thanks to an internship with Rutherford Regional Health System. Angela Miller began her internship with the hospital system in late spring. She started working with Cancer Navigator, Amanda Philyaw. Miller, an...
CRHS Achieves ‘Baby-Friendly’ Status
Columbus Regional Healthcare System it has achieved the highly prestigious international Baby-Friendly designation after a rigorous review process conducted by Baby-Friendly USA, the organization responsible for bestowing this certification in the United States. This distinguished honor demonstrates that CRHS is adhering to the highest standards of care for breastfeeding mothers...
Cleveland County home listings asked for more money in July – see the current median price
The median home in Cleveland County listed for $318,072 in July, up 1.3% from the previous month's $313,900, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to July 2023, the median home list price increased 18.1% from $269,250. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale in Cleveland County, not houses...
SELEE Corporation Announces Western North Carolina Expansion; $7 Million Investment and 110 New Jobs Expected
Western North Carolina’s robust manufacturing community continues to strengthen with the recent announcement from SELEE Corporation, a division of Porvair plc. As the pioneer in metal filtration technology, SELEE has chosen to expand their production and facilities in Henderson County. The company has locations in the United States and...
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