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Cooper, Budd react to death of American hostage in Gaza
North Carolina political leaders are reacting to the news that a hostage who was an American citizen was found dead in Gaza.Gov. Roy Cooper shared his condolences for Hersh Goldberg-Polin and his family in a post Monday on X, saying in part "I met Hersh's parents and they have been courageous in ways no parents should ever have to be. I'm praying for them and the other hostage families."I met Hersh’s parents and they have been courageous in ways no parents should ever have to be. I’m praying for them and the other hostage families. Bring them home now and...
Plane makes emergency landing at Elkin airport
ELKIN, N.C. — Surry County officials have confirmed that a plane made an emergency landing at the Elkin Municipal Airport on Tuesday. We are gathering more details on this ongoing situation and will report them as we're able to confirm them. Stay tuned to WFMY News 2 for updates.
Demand for child therapy rises along with 'shortage of child psychiatrists'
A national mental health provider found in a survey that the demand for child therapy is up 9%.Professionals attribute the rise to the nationwide mental health crisis, which they said often peaks during the back-to-school season.The increase comes as there's another issue in the field affecting access to care.CDC | Children's Mental Health"There is a shortage of child psychiatrists and therapists in the state of North Carolina," said Thriveworks Counselor Carole Cox.Thriveworks finds the demand for child therapy for kids aged 10 and younger is growing at a rate of five times greater than children aged 11-17.Cox also said substance...
Are these election ads true or false? We verify
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As this election season ramps up, WCNC Charlotte is verifying the ads you see on your television. For the next few months, we will focus on both the presidential race and the North Carolina governor’s race when it comes to which ads we verify. We...
Fall heirloom apple tree sale starts Sept. 7 at Horne Creek Farm
PINNACLE — The Annual Fall Heirloom Apple Tree Sale at Horne Creek Farm will take place on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The sale will be on-going throughout the Fall; Tuesday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. until all trees are sold. Horne Creek's Southern Heritage Apple Orchard has plenty of apple varieties to choose from — Blacktwig, Jonalicious, Virginia Beauty and multiple selections from the Limbertwig family are just a few available to purchase. Jason Bowen, the site’s horticulturist,...
Secretary of Health and Human Services Kody Kinsley on a landmark effort to erase medical debt
It’s a sobering fact that one of the largest sources of consumer debt in North Carolina and across the nation is unpaid medical bills. Of course, no one gets sick or accumulates healthcare debt on purpose, but for most average households – including those with health insurance coverage – even a brief hospital stay can […]
As NC earns praise for economic performance, some workers feel there are areas for improvement
In the past few years, groundbreakings and high-profile job announcements have become routine occurrences in North Carolina, as some of the world's biggest companies open or expand operations in the state."The tech sector in particular likes our higher educational programs because they can rely on a steady stream of people coming into the workforce," said economist Dr. Michael Walden of NC State University.Walden added that the state's efforts to establish partnerships between community colleges and businesses have also paid dividends."Businesses that come here, for example, if they need skilled workers, maybe in a factory, our community colleges will set up...
Family Of NC HS Quarterback And Tennessee Commit Sues State Over Lack Of NIL Access
The family of Faizon Brandon, a quarterback at Grimsley High School in Greensboro, North Carolina and a University of Tennessee commit, is suing the state over lack of NIL access. His mother, Rolanda Brandon, filed a suit in Wake County Superior Court last week. She claims the state’s Board of Education “exceeded its authority” by… Continue reading Family Of NC HS Quarterback And Tennessee Commit Sues State Over Lack Of NIL Access
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