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NC State political scientist Steven Greene on the tumultuous last few weeks in politics
The political news has been coming at us like it’s shot from a firehose as of late and that was certainly the case this past week in and around President Joe Biden’s historic announcement that he will not seek reelection, and the remarkable jolt of electricity that his passing of the torch to Vice President […]
UNC System President: In rebuilding trust, universities must focus on four-year graduation rates
UNC System President Peter Hans told members of the UNC Board of Governors last Wednesday that nationally there has been a sharp decline in trust towards higher education. “There’s a belief that many universities have drifted far from their core mission, delivering a sound education at a reasonable cost,” said Hans. It’s not the first […]
North Carolina’s Latest Brewery
According to Charlotte Business Journal, Suffolk Punch Brewing is hoping to open its latest taproom in Birkdale Village in Huntersville in time for the holidays. Suffolk Punch Brewing already has two locations in Charlotte including South End and an 11,000 square foot spot in SouthPark Mall. And now, those folks...
The Triad’s in for a cloudy week!
PIEDMONT TRIAD, N.C. (WGHP) — Clouds steadily increase overnight Sunday into Monday morning leaving us with mostly cloudy skies to start the work week. Temperatures will be in the upper 60s Monday morning with highs reaching the low 80s. A few rounds of rainfall and thunderstorms will be possible on Monday, so make sure to […]
RiverDogs erase big deficits, hold on for 11-10 win in wild series finale
Charleston, SC - The Charleston RiverDogs bounced back from separate deficits of four and three runs, eventually stranding the tying run at third base in an 11-10 win over the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers on Sunday at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park. In front of 5,204 fans, the largest crowd of the series, the teams combined for 25 hits. The RiverDogs had not won a game in which they trailed by more than three runs until Sunday’s comeback.
Tryon Palace explores 14,000 years of indigenous history in Community Class series
A new educational initiative at Tryon Palace is shedding light on North Carolina's indigenous history. The program aims to provide a comprehensive look at pre-colonial and early colonial North Carolina from a Native American perspective. Nancy Strickland Chavis from UNC-Pembroke is curating the series. As a Native American historian and...
Too few retailers check IDs when NC kids buy tobacco. That could jeopardize federal substance use treatment funds
North Carolina is teetering on the edge of losing roughly $5.4 million in federal funds for combating the opioid epidemic and supporting substance use disorder treatment. If the state doesn’t slash youth tobacco access, it could forfeit funding. But North Carolina’s tobacco laws have made that difficult. To...
New Alta Warehousing and Logistics facility will open in September to serve markets throughout NC
By Vladimir Vasquez For the Salisbury Post September will mark the beginning of operations of the new Alta Warehousing and Logistics facility that looks to establish a southeastern market presence for Alta’s clients in the United States. Within the first year, the new facility will open six positions. According to Economic and Community Development Director […] The post New Alta Warehousing and Logistics facility will open in September to serve markets throughout NC appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Fly High! North Carolina Teen Becomes Youngest African American From The State To Earn Aviation License
A North Carolina teenager is the youngest African American to earn his private aviation license in the state. WSOCTV reports Ryan Garner is the youngest in the city of Concord to secure his certification at age 17. RELATED: What’s Really Good!? Four Times Planes & Passengers Made Air Travel Hectic North Carolina Teen Is The [...] The post Fly High! North Carolina Teen Becomes Youngest African American From The State To Earn Aviation License appeared first on The Shade Room.
Abortion ruling likely keeps North Carolina a destination
(The Center Square) – North Carolina is expected to remain a destination for abortions in the South following two decisions on Friday in a federal case litigating new state law. Judge Catherine Eagles decided on a permanent block for part of the legislation that says doctors must document the location of a pregnancy before prescribing […]
Current NCWORKS Jobs For Week Of July 28
LINCOLNTON, N.C. - You must currently be registered with NC Works to be referred on any of our jobs. Go to www.ncworks.gov to register or update an existing registration. Job listings for all of North Carolina may also be accessed. Call NC Works Career Center, Lincolnton, 704.735.8035, or come to NC Works Career Center-Lincoln County, 529 N Aspen St., Lincolnton.
Ince serves pivotal role at Gray Stone
Gray Stone Day School News Service MISENHEIMER — College counselor Sarah Ince works in overdrive to support her students. Whether it is assisting with financial aid applications, or meeting one-on-one with students to guide them in every step as they look for postsecondary match and fit, Ince works with each student to set an intention […] The post Ince serves pivotal role at Gray Stone appeared first on Salisbury Post.