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High building costs, interest rates take a bite out of housing affordability
Skyrocketing building costs and higher interest rates have made $900 rents a thing of the past, says Sarah Odio, the associate director of housing for the Development Finance Initiative (DFI) within the UNC School of Government. In the past, Odio said, $900 rents covered money developers borrowed from lenders and equity investors to build affordable […]
Cooper, Davis celebrate high-speed internet milestone for Twin Counties
Faster and more reliable internet access may soon be coming to a rural community near you. That was the message Wednesday at Rocky Mount High School where Gov. Roy Cooper and U.S. Rep. Don Davis, D-1st District, gathered with community leaders and officials from Nash County Public Schools to celebrate a WiFi milestone. To date, internet provider Brightspeed’s network has reached more than 30,000 homes and businesses across the Twin Counties, said the company’s Director of Government Affairs Steve Brewer. ...
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 […]
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."
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...
LifeWise Academy founder addresses misunderstanding with school board
The CEO of a national Christian education group is clearing the air on efforts to bring Christian-based morality and ethics teachings to Nashville Elementary School students. At an Aug. 5 Nash County Board of Education meeting, supporters of LifeWise Academy addressed the school board during the public comments portion of the meeting and thanked school leaders for allowing the program to be launched in the 2024-25 school year. But many on the school board were hearing of the program for the first time. ...
JCSO Searching For Stolen ATV’s, Dirt Bikes
PRINCETON – The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance in a larceny investigation. On July 30 around 4:00am, several items were taken from a residence on Rains Crossroads Road near Princeton, in eastern Johnston County. The items included ATV’s, dirt bikes and a portable welder. A...
BATTLE OF PATRIOTS: Faith Christian opens season at Parrott Academy
Faith Christian School’s football team opens its 8-Man season on the road with a nonconference game in Kinston against Arendell Parrott Academy Friday night in a battle of Patriots. Kickoff is 7 p.m. The Patriots from Nash County finished 6-4 last season and lost to Wayne Christian in the state playoffs. They suffered some key...
ECU football learns AAC opponents for 2025 season
East Carolina is about ready to kick off its 2024 football season, but the Pirates have now found out their complete 2025 slate from an opponent perspective. The American Athletic Conference announced the league's opponent designations for the 2025 season on Thursday afternoon, revealing the Pirates' eight-game conference schedule for next year.
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...
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