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North Carolinians are worried about political violence, extremism and a stolen election, new poll shows
North Carolina voters are feeling pessimistic heading into the 2024 election, and prospects of bipartisanship appear to be dimming further, a new poll from Elon University shows. Presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are each viewed mostly negatively. And while voters say both the Republican Party and Democratic Party...
Greensboro UPS driver wins $160,756 after buying $1 ticket
Cameron Vick, of Greensboro, has been a UPS driver for 37 years and told a man on his route that he would win the Cash 5 jackpot, and his prediction came true later that night with a $160,756 win, according to an NC Education Lottery news release. “I told him, ‘I’m going to win this […]
National Weather Service issues warning for Central, Southside VA
It is about to get very warm across the region over the next two days. The National Weather Service (NWS) out of Wakefield has issued a warning, as the heat index could hit 105 degrees Fahrenheit at times Wednesday and Thursday. “Heat indexes will approach 105 (degrees Fahrenheit),” the NWS advisory said. “Please limit time […] The post National Weather Service issues warning for Central, Southside VA appeared first on Farmville.
City of Danville Seeking $4 Million for Development of Coleman Site
Last week Danville City Council approved a resolution to support the Industrial Development Authority of Danville’s Application to the Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission’s Southern Virginia Program and Matching Said. Grant Request. The grant request is for just over $4 million to assist in the grading of an...
Dan River Year AmeriCorps Recruiting 31 Members Thanks to AmeriCorps Continuation Grant
The Dan River Year AmeriCorps program is recruiting 31 part-time STEM and Literacy Tutors and Coaches for the 2024-2025 academic year who can build and introduce curriculum and activities for students. These AmeriCorps members will support upper elementary and middle school student gains in literacy, math and social-emotional learning by providing direct service in Pittsylvania County, Danville City and Martinsville City at local elementary and afterschool partner sites.
Jordaine Penick Aims to Make History at South Boston Speedway
Sixteen-year-old Jordaine Penick is on the verge of making history at South Boston Speedway, potentially becoming the second female driver to win a division title in the track's history. Competing in the Virginia State Police HEAT Hornets Division, she holds a nine-point lead over her teenage teammate, Max Sangillo, heading into the championship race on August 31. Penick aims to secure her title with a strong finish, just 20 years after the first female champion, Terri Williams, won in 2004. With a consistent season, including multiple Top-5 finishes, Penick is confident as the final points race approaches. Sangillo, though acknowledging his slim chances of overtaking Penick, is enjoying the experience and focuses on finishing the race successfully.
Beach golf entrepreneur has sights set on tournament
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — North Carolina rakes in more than $30 billion a year in tourism alone. Part of that industry is the allure of the pristine golf courses between the Tar Heel state's majestic mountains and low country beaches. In our newest Where's the Money report, WCNC Charlotte is...
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