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Growing states have enviable problems
North Carolina is no longer the best state in which to do business. Don’t worry — it’s no big deal. CNBC is out with its annual ranking, which combines data on land prices, capital, innovation, business costs, workforce, education and various quality-of-life indicators. Last year, North Carolina got the No. 1 ranking. This year Virginia did, with our state falling […] The post Growing states have enviable problems first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Youngsville woman elected president of American Gold Star Mothers
The mother of a fallen Army soldier was chosen to head up the American Gold Star Mothers, a nonprofit that honors the legacy of fallen service members, during the organization’s national convention last month. Patti Elliott, of Youngsville, served on the Gold Star Mothers’s national executive board for the last four years. She most recently served as the board’s vice […] The post Youngsville woman elected president of American Gold Star Mothers first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Perry arrested after traffic stop
Randy Perry Jr. from of Vance County was arrested after a traffic stop on I-85 near Butner on July 14. Investigator Chavez and his K-9 partner made the stop of the vehicle traveling southbound on I-85. During the stop, Perry began displaying signs that he may have been under some type of influence according to a social media post by […] The post Perry arrested after traffic stop first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
SECU joins Governor’s Office for school supply drive
State Employees’ Credit Union has announced its support for the 2024 Governor’s School Supply Drive to help teachers and students get the items they need for the upcoming school year. In its sixth year to provide collection sites for the event, SECU is accepting donations at its statewide network of 275 branches now through Aug. 9. Wish list items include paper of all […] The post SECU joins Governor’s Office for school supply drive first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Primm shines in freshman season at Lenoir-Rhyne
Madison Primm, former softball standout for Falls Lake Academy, has made her mark as a freshman for the Lenoir-Rhyne Bears. Primm earned a spot on the South Athletic Conference All-Tournament team. Primm helped the Bears win its first SAC Tournament Championship since 2013. In the first game of the SAC Championship series, Primm had a two-hit, two-RBI outing against the […] The post Primm shines in freshman season at Lenoir-Rhyne first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
One site fails Swim Guide test this week
One site in the Upper Neuse and Tar-Pamlico watersheds failed to meet recreational water-quality standards this week: Poole Road canoe launch in Raleigh. Milburnie and Buffaloe Road launches were not sampled this week. “We’ve seen pretty good water quality since we started our weekly testing Memorial Day weekend,” said Clay Barber, Sound Rivers’ program director. “A lot of that has […] The post One site fails Swim Guide test this week first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Granville students awarded scholarships
Cypress Creek Renewables is pleased to announce that two GranvilleCounty students were selected to receive a 2024 Energizing Tomorrow’s Leaders Scholarship award: Merritt Cogdill – Crossroads Christian School; and Madison Lavrack – South Granville High School. Each student was awarded a one-time $1,000 scholarship to use towards tuition, housing, books or materials for their program of study. As part of […] The post Granville students awarded scholarships first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
You Decide: Have cities reached their peak?
I grew up in a rural region outside Cincinnati, Ohio, in the 1950s and early ‘60s. Our home was around the corner from my paternal grandfather’s farm. I enjoyed the open spaces and clean air. Traffic was minimal, so I could ride my bike everywhere. However, there were some changes. Whereas my father walked to school, I took a bus. […] The post You Decide: Have cities reached their peak? first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
The state and homework vs. kids
“There is one and only one reason to ever require students to spend time at home mastering what is introduced in class,” libertarian columnist Paul Jacob writes at Common Sense, in criticism of a California bill that might result in reduced homework loads for public school students. “Only to prepare them for earning a living and living life by helping […] The post The state and homework vs. kids first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Top NC court unites in case tackling fundamental rights
Partisan divisions within North Carolina’s Supreme Court are bound to attract attention. That’s especially true in an election year. Voters will choose a Democrat or Republican this fall to serve an eight-year term on the state’s highest court. Republicans will enter 2025 with either a 5-2 or 6-1 majority. As observers amplify partisan differences, examples of unanimous agreement are likely […] The post Top NC court unites in case tackling fundamental rights first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Hicks to lead 911 Emergency Communications Department
Stacy Hicks has been appointed to lead Granville County’s 911 Emergency Communications Department. Hicks, who originally joined Granville County government in 2006, brings 18 years of experience in emergency communications to her new role leading this vital ink to public safety services for Granville County’s 62,000 residents. Hicks began her tenure with Granville County 911 in 2006 when she was […] The post Hicks to lead 911 Emergency Communications Department first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Local crime reports released
Butner Public Safety June 25, PSO M. Dominguez served a criminal summons on Tehron Deandre Farrington, 41, of Durham, for larceny by changing price tag and misdemeanor larceny. Farrington was issued a court date and ordered to appear in court. June 27, PSO M. Dominguez arrested Stephanie Ann Adcock, 40, of Bahama, for outstanding warrants for misdemeanor breaking and […] The post Local crime reports released first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
SGWASA honors former board members, welcomes new member
The South Granville Water and Sewer Authority Board of Directors Tuesday welcomed a new member and honored two former members. Former board members Linda Jordon and Bill McKellar were honored with plaques and gift bags. The inscription on the Award of Excellence presented to them reads: “In recognition of your dedication and leadership while serving as a member of the […] The post SGWASA honors former board members, welcomes new member first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Water quality dispute leads to harsh words and apologies at SGWASA meeting
A South Granville Water and Sewer Authority board member apologized Tuesday night to a Butner citizen who called the board’s members remarks at last month’s meeting an attack on his character. The tense moment, which ultimately led to what appeared to be a peaceful resolution, stemmed from a question about whether SGWASA’s water damages some heaters, and how the organization […] The post Water quality dispute leads to harsh words and apologies at SGWASA meeting first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Responding to your questions
I carefully read all the responses I receive relating to the columns I have written. Some have been downright ugly, but others are thought-provoking and worthy of a little discourse. Thought it would be fun to answer some of the questions today. 1. What do you think of Robert F. Kennedy’s run for the presidency? In the 2024 election cycle, […] The post Responding to your questions first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Evil has become good in Christian America
The devils of despotism have come out of the closet in America. We now know that many Americans have only been pretending to love representative government, always referring with pride to “our democracy” and to our wonderful “liberties,” and praising veterans who serve and even die to protect and defend them. We see clearly that many of these people secretly […] The post Evil has become good in Christian America first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Emerson Thompson, a priceless gem
Since its opening in 2013, Falls Lake Academy has been home to a plethora of outstanding student athletes. From middle school championships, to high school tournament games, to signing to compete in athletics on the collegiate level. Emerson Thompson is a rare gem that can only be found once in a lifetime. “Her basketball I.Q. is tremendous,” Jeff Teal, assistant […] The post Emerson Thompson, a priceless gem first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Triangle North Granville Business Park named top location for projects
Granville County and the Triangle North Business Park have been declared one of the top 15 locations in North Carolina best positioned to successfully serve major advanced manufacturing projects as part of the state’s Selectsite Readiness Program. The SRP was created by the North Carolina General Assembly in 2023 to support the development of sites that will increase the state’s […] The post Triangle North Granville Business Park named top location for projects first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Board approves grants to better communities
Granville County Commissioners approved funding for the Home and Community Care Block grant and the 2024-2025 Recreation Mini grants at the July 1 meeting. Kathy May, director of Senior Services presented the board with information about the Home and Community Care Block grant that totals $528,095. The grant does require a ten percent match of $58,722 from the county which […] The post Board approves grants to better communities first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Civic Leadership cohort introduced to county commissioners
The Granville County Board of Commissioners meeting July 1 featured the introduction of the 2024 Summer Civic Leadership cohort consisting of five rising high school seniors. The Summer Civic Leadership program provides high school students who reside in Granville County the opportunity to gain experience working in an office environment while also learning about government operations and the role that […] The post Civic Leadership cohort introduced to county commissioners first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
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