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Early days of summer plagued by drownings
Despite this summer officially being less than two weeks old, a number of drownings and near-drownings have already occurred within and around Wake County. Last week, a 2-year-old boy died after drowning in a pool at a home in Wendell. The Wake County Sheriff’s Office later posted a condolence message to Deputy Jose Perez-Apodaca and indicated that boy who drowned […] The post Early days of summer plagued by drownings first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Wake County Sheriff’s Office starting salaries increasing
The Wake County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to offering competitive compensation packages to attract and retain quality law enforcement officers, detention officers, and administrative staff to serve and protect the people and businesses of Wake County, the sheriff’s office said in a statement released last week. In recognition of Sheriff Willie Rowe’s latest recruitment initiative, the starting salary for a […] The post Wake County Sheriff’s Office starting salaries increasing first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Wendell to host 3rd annual fireworks show
Wendell’s annual fireworks show is back for its third year July 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Wendell Community Park, located at 601 W. Third Street. Visitors can enjoy food trucks, outdoor activities, and music prior to the fireworks display, that begins at sundown. The Wendell Board of Commissioners approved the Town’s first fireworks show in 2022, which brought […] The post Wendell to host 3rd annual fireworks show first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Did 1st presidential debate tell us anything we didn’t already know?
Joe Biden and Donald Trump are both old men. We already knew that. Neither’s brain can be honestly characterized as hitting on all the key cognitive cylinders. We already knew that. They’re both compulsive liars. We already knew that. Did listening to the two geezers argue about their golf handicaps in CNN’s June 27 “presidential debate” tell us anything we […] The post Did 1st presidential debate tell us anything we didn’t already know? first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
All sites pass the Swim Guide test for a third week
All sites on the Upper Neuse and Tar-Pamlico watersheds met recreational water-quality standards this week, for a third week running. “We like to see good water quality because that means it’s safe to recreate on the river,” said Clay Barber, Sound Rivers’ program director. “But most of North Carolina is officially in a drought, and while that’s really bad for […] The post All sites pass the Swim Guide test for a third week first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Three North Carolina collegiate athletes get selected in NBA draft while several get signed
June 27 saw the NCA draft come to a close as three North Carolina collegiate athletes were selected in the two rounds. Duke duo The first round saw two players out of Duke University being selected. The Philadelphia 76ers selected Duke point guard Jared McCain as the No. 16 overall. McCain made waves in his freshman year on and off […] The post Three North Carolina collegiate athletes get selected in NBA draft while several get signed first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Garden Education Day provides knowledge, fun for kids in Wendell
Children and parents in Wendell had the chance to get their own hands in the soil last week while learning more about gardening during Garden Education Day. The event took place at the Community Garden, which is located at 601 W. Third St. Led by community garden member Shelly Ryan, a number of visitors picked potatoes and peppers, and received […] The post Garden Education Day provides knowledge, fun for kids in Wendell first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Sheriff’s office investigating homicide
The Wake County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the shooting death of a woman near Wendell as a homicide. This shooting is now being investigated as a homicide. WCSO reported July 1 that 24-year-old Serenity Spencer had passed away at the hospital. “This is an ongoing investigation,” WCSO said in a press release. “Anyone with information that would assist in the […] The post Sheriff’s office investigating homicide first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Ligon Mill Road is back open
Ligon Mill Road is back open after it was closed early this morning due to a downed tree and power line across the roadway, according to Wake Forest town officials. Town officials reported July 1 that Ligon Mill Road had been closed between Forest Road and Wake Drive due to a downed tree and power line across the roadway. At […] The post Ligon Mill Road is back open first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Wake County Animal Center is dangerously close to euthanasia for space
Wake County Animal Center has reached full capacity once again and urgently needs community support through pet adoptions. After taking in 141 animals over the last three days, there are only two cat kennels and five dog kennels left in the building. Without immediate intervention, the center will have to start euthanizing for space. “The center has an eight-year record […] The post Wake County Animal Center is dangerously close to euthanasia for space first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Granville Sheriff’s Office investigates Franklinton death
The Granville County Sheriff’s Office and the SBI are currently investigating circumstances surrounding the death of Corey Faison. Faison’s body was discovered in Granville County at 4052 Old Franklinton Road, Franklinton, according to a press release from Granville County Sheriff Robert D. Fountain Jr. His body was discovered June 26 No other information is available currently. If you have any […] The post Granville Sheriff’s Office investigates Franklinton death first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Three FUNGO players to participate in 2024 ONSL All-Star events
The 2024 Old North State League All-Star Game is set for June 28 and two Wake Forest players have been announced to be participating while one will be in the Home Run Derby. “We all are super excited for this weekend, this event is always an awesome time to highlight a lot of the great players throughout the Old North […] The post Three FUNGO players to participate in 2024 ONSL All-Star events first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
NC State ranked within top 25 of EA Sports College Football 25
To cap off a week of significant announcements and trailers for arguably the most anticipated sports game of all time, EA Sports College Football 25, the top 25 ranked teams in the game have been announced. North Carolina State University was given an 87 overall, placing them at No. 21 in the top 25. The Wolfpack are one of five […] The post NC State ranked within top 25 of EA Sports College Football 25 first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
NC House, Senate debate minor differences while neglecting urgent needs
North Carolina House and Senate Republican leaders both recently unveiled and passed their state budget proposals for the new fiscal year that begins July 1. And, as has so often been the case over the past decade-plus, the chief immediate result has been a period of intense and potentially destructive bickering. Despite broad agreement between the two sides to continue […] The post NC House, Senate debate minor differences while neglecting urgent needs first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Moore graduates from UNC-Chapel Hill certification program
The Town of Wake Forest is pleased to announce that Information Technology Analyst II David Moore has successfully graduated from the 2023-2024 Certified Government Chief Information Officers Program at UNC-Chapel Hill’s School of Government. Introduced in 2005, the program is the nation’s first local government specific program for CIOs. It is designed for local government chief information officers, information technology […] The post Moore graduates from UNC-Chapel Hill certification program first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Biden heads to Raleigh after presidential debate
President Biden will hold a campaign event in Raleigh on Friday, just one day after squaring off with former President Donald Trump in the election cycle’s first debate. Biden touched down at RDU Airport just before 2:00 a.m. on Friday, where he was met by a crowd and visited for a few minutes before departing. The President will be joined […] The post Biden heads to Raleigh after presidential debate first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Zebulon passes budget for next fiscal year
The Zebulon Board of Commissioners passed a town budget for next year during a work session meeting Tuesday night. The budget, which grew this year to just over $28.5 million, will serve as the town’s spending plan for next year. It includes s property tax rate of 57.7 cents per $100 of assessed property value. The original budget called for […] The post Zebulon passes budget for next fiscal year first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Wake County cooling stations to remain open as extreme heat persists
With continued sky-high temperatures in the forecast, Wake County’s temporary cooling stations will stay open to provide shelter from the triple-digit heat indices. The stations first opened Saturday, June 22, and due to the extension, they will remain available through at least June 30, depending on the forecast. “Long periods of extreme heat can create health risks, especially for vulnerable […] The post Wake County cooling stations to remain open as extreme heat persists first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Wake County Animal Center urges pet owners to protect animals during summer heat
As temperatures rise, the Wake County Animal Center emphasizes the importance of protecting pets from the heat. Wake County Animal Center suggests several essential measures to ensure pets remain safe and comfortable during hot weather. “Pets are vulnerable to heat-related illnesses, just like humans,” said Wake County Commissioner Vickie Adamson. “It’s essential for pet owners to take proactive steps to […] The post Wake County Animal Center urges pet owners to protect animals during summer heat first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Central Pines Regional Council Awarded $1.6M grant to create Triangle Youth Assistance Coalition
Central Pines Regional Council has been awarded a $1.6M Youth Homelessness System Improvement grant award from the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development to create a Triangle Youth Assistance Coalition across Durham, Orange, Wake, and Chatham counties. The award was announced during a United States Housing and Urban Development press conference held at the Central Pines Regional Council offices on […] The post Central Pines Regional Council Awarded $1.6M grant to create Triangle Youth Assistance Coalition first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
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