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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.
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...
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.
Cumberland County Library Holding Friends of the Library Book Sale This Weekend
The Cumberland County Public Library is hosting its much-anticipated Public Book Sale from August 16 to 18 in Fayetteville, North Carolina. This quarterly event, organized by the Friends of the Cumberland County Public Library, kicks off today at the Headquarters Library, and you won’t want to miss it!. Presenting...
Delta adding extra daily flight at Fayetteville Regional Airport
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — Fayetteville Regional Airport is getting an additional daily flight this fall. Starting on Nov. 11, Delta Air Lines is adding a fourth daily service between FAY and Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. According to a release from the city, the extra flight “will better serve travelers and shorten layover times when flying through Atlanta”.
COAST to hold auditions for ‘The NeverEnding Story’ August 20-21 – OBX Today
College of The Albemarle Student Theatre (COAST) will hold auditions for the upcoming performance of “The NeverEnding Story” on August 20-21, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at College of The Albemarle (COA) – Elizabeth City in the Performing Arts Center. Auditions are open to COA students, employees and the public.
UNC Health Johnston plans to appeal decision to block expansion of Clayton campus
State regulators have blocked plans to expand by UNC Health in Johnston County.Earlier this year, UNC Health Johnston submitted applications to the North Carolina Department of Health for more than $100 million worth of expansions at its hospitals in Clayton and Smithfield.The health system proposed adding 12 acute care beds to the Clayton hospital on NC Highway 42 and the Smithfield Hospital on Brightleaf Boulevard.The NCDHHS approved the plans for the Smithfield hospital but denied the plan for Clayton.Following the denial UNC Health Johnston said it "plans to appeal the decision" because it "believes the expansion of its Clayton campus is needed to keep up with the growing demand in the region."UNC Health Johnston said it's working to address questions raised in the denial.
Healthcare Foundation: Time is right to sell 20% ownership in hospital
Before making the decision to sell its 20% stake in Wilson Medical Center to Duke Lifepoint, the Healthcare Foundation of Wilson looked at the landscape of health in the community, said Executive Director Paula Benson. She said the timing was right. Monday’s move by the foundation to exercise its contractual option to sell to comes after several rocky years at […] The post Healthcare Foundation: Time is right to sell 20% ownership in hospital first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Education groups push to change school suspension rules in NC
A coalition of groups focused on helping students and communities of color are pressing for changes to school suspension rules. The Freedom Hill Coalition launched its Represent Us! campaign Thursday in Raleigh. The Coalition, which is comprised of 14 separate groups, is calling on lawmakers and school boards to allow...
Small Business Center a crucial resource platform for business owners new and old
MOREHEAD CITY — A key resource for small business owners in the county is sitting in a small building right in front of Carteret Community College. The institution’s Small Business Center (SBC) at 3615 Arendell St. in Morehead City has provided business owners year after year with a resource platform tailored to the needs and challenges that face entrepreneurs old and new.
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