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Standing ovation: SCOTUS gets it right on mifepristone
On Thursday, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected a challenge to the Food and Drug Administration’s approval (in 2000) of mifepristone, aka RU-486, aka “the abortion pill.” The court ruled unanimously, but on an issue of standing rather than on the facts. The case was brought by a group of doctors who oppose abortion and do not themselves prescribe mifepristone for […] The post Standing ovation: SCOTUS gets it right on mifepristone first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
The second annual Dexter Lawrence 7 on 7 Invitational set for June 20
On June 20, Wake Forest High School will host the second annual Dexter Lawrence 7 on 7 Invitational. The event includes eight high school teams from the Triangle area. There are four rounds of pool play and a championship bracket. In last year’s event, Southeast Raleigh defeated Cardinal Gibbons and Southern Durham defeated Heritage in the semifinal round. South Durham […] The post The second annual Dexter Lawrence 7 on 7 Invitational set for June 20 first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Wake County libraries and parks plan programs in honor of Juneteenth
Wake County Public Libraries and Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space have developed several special programs designed to reflect on the history and contributions of African Americans this Juneteenth. These educational and celebratory events take place throughout the month. “Juneteenth is a powerful reminder of the resilience and contributions of African Americans in our community,” said Shinica Thomas, chair, […] The post Wake County libraries and parks plan programs in honor of Juneteenth first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Knightdale seeks public input on Comprehensive Plan
The town of Knightdale seeks public feedback on the draft KnightdaleNext v.2 2035 Comprehensive Plan.The revised and refreshed plan features updated data and statistics, more robust yet condensed guiding principles, expanded place type categories and descriptions, and a new three-map series to guide future decisions on conservation and development in Knightdale, according to town officials.To view the draft plan, submit […] The post Knightdale seeks public input on Comprehensive Plan first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Franklin County adopts 2024-2025 budget
Franklin County’s Board of Commissioners approved the 2024-2025 Franklin County Budget at a special called meeting June 10. Commissioners approved the $125,346,271 General Fund Budget, set a tax rate of 50.5 cents per $100 valuation (reduced from 78.5 cents), approved a capital improvement plan for the General Fund, Public Utilities and Solid Waste and set the 2024-2025 Fee Schedule. County […] The post Franklin County adopts 2024-2025 budget first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Science of reading bears fruit
Over the past two years, North Carolina had made critical investments in the future of our state. No, I’m not talking about highway projects, or university R&D, or the private investment in new companies, locations and workers facilitated by the legislature’s pro-growth tax and regulatory reforms. These are, indeed, valuable instances of capital formation — of physical, intellectual and human […] The post Science of reading bears fruit first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Wake Forest delays action on youth curfew for Friday Night on White
The town of Wake Forest opted to delay action on an ordinance that would have established an 8 p.m. curfew for unaccompanied minors attending the Friday Night on White concert series downtown. Incidents involving unruly minors at April’s event prompted the Wake Forest Board of Commissioners to consider the ordinance in the first place. May’s event was cut short by […] The post Wake Forest delays action on youth curfew for Friday Night on White first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Zebulon mulls employee raises, public recreation expansion for latest budget
The Zebulon town board considered allocating more money for cost of living raises for municipal staff, higher pay for police and fire, and an expansion of recreation programs for community members during its budget work session Tuesday night. Interim Town Manager Taiwo Jaiyeoba directed the conversation toward the comparatively low pay offered for town employees in Zebulon as compared to […] The post Zebulon mulls employee raises, public recreation expansion for latest budget first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Wake Forest earns National Main Street accreditation for 2024
Wake Forest is one of 51 North Carolina Main Street Communities and one of 800 nationwide designated as a 2024 Accredited Main Street America program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of accredited programs to recognize their exceptional commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through the Main Street […] The post Wake Forest earns National Main Street accreditation for 2024 first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Zebulon votes in interim town manager with big credentials, checkered past
The town of Zebulon voted in a new interim town manager last week during an emergency called meeting of the Board of Commissioners. The meeting was called after former Town Manager Joe Moore resigned unexpectedly after nine years on the job. The interim manager, Taiwo Jaiyeoba, serves as the principal of City Development Advisers, a land use and community planning […] The post Zebulon votes in interim town manager with big credentials, checkered past first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
North Carolina hospitals, health systems underpin our home
Countless factors make North Carolina a remarkable place to call home — from our world-class schools and education systems to our commerce-friendly business climate to our rich culture and history. But another important factor underpins all these things and truly makes our communities home: access to high-quality health care, primarily made possible by our local hospitals. North Carolina has one […] The post North Carolina hospitals, health systems underpin our home first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Q&A with Franklin Academy tennis coach Gregory Duffy
Franklin Academy High School men’s tennis head coach Gregory Duffy speaks with the Wake Weekly about the Patriots’ recent conference and state championship wins. Wake Weekly sports editor Joey Ellsworth: Tell me about how the season went and about winning the championships. Duffy: Well, we had a season of 18 matches and it went about as well as a season […] The post Q&A with Franklin Academy tennis coach Gregory Duffy first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina launches mobile STEAM lab
Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina Inc. has debuted its latest community resource, a mobile STEAM lab. Starting this month, the mobile lab will begin touring eastern North Carolina to support GIENC’s Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) program. GIENC’s STEAM program is aimed at providing youth with hands-on learning experiences via STEAM boxes, instructor-led activities, and tabletop exercises. […] The post Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina launches mobile STEAM lab first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Safe gun storage not just for firearms, school officials say
The Wake County Public School System campaign for gun safety is now noting that safe gun storage applies not only to actual firearms but also to realistic-appearing replicas. “In the last Office of Security article on Safe Gun Storage we explored the difference between ‘Inoperable Safe Gun Storage vs Inaccessible Safe Gun Storage,'” WCPSS said in a message sent to […] The post Safe gun storage not just for firearms, school officials say first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Adventure begins at Wake County libraries this summer
Families won’t have to journey any farther than the local library for an amazing adventure this summer. Wake County Public Libraries’ Summer @ the Library program kicks off June 15 and runs through Aug. 17. “We’re excited to provide a fun, educational and accessible way for our community to stay connected and enjoy our libraries’ many resources,” said Wake County Commissioner Tara […] The post Adventure begins at Wake County libraries this summer first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
One man dramatic performance of Gospel of Mark coming to Wake Forest theater
An accomplished seminary professor, minister, and actor will perform a theatrical reading of the Gospel of Mark in its entirety at a Wake Forest theater later this month. Chris Coppolo, of Florida, will hold three one-man shows at the Firebox Theater Company in downtown Wake Forest at the end of June. Coppolo, who is an ordained Presbyterian minister, has conducted similar performances […] The post One man dramatic performance of Gospel of Mark coming to Wake Forest theater first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Juneteenth celebration in Zebulon June 14-15
District Court Judge David Baker will be keynote speaker at a Juneteenth event Saturday in Zebulon. A kickoff event June 14 at Zebulon Town Hall will feature music by the Tams. That event is slated for 6-9 p.m. The June 15 event also is at town hall and will include remarks by Baker, music by the Project 919 band and […] The post Juneteenth celebration in Zebulon June 14-15 first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Durham Bulls take series win over Gwinnett Stripers
From June 4-9, the Durham Bulls hosted the Gwinnett Stripers in a six-game series. The Bulls took four wins in the series and are now just three wins below .500. Game one The Bulls took game one in dominant fashion, setting the tone for the series with a 10-3 victory. Curtis Mead led the Bulls in scoring on a hit […] The post Durham Bulls take series win over Gwinnett Stripers first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Wear good shoes inside your house
It’s better to work a job you enjoy than a job you hate. You will eventually fail at the job you hate. If you love your work, you don’t mind making less money, but chances are, more money will eventually be made from the work you love than from the work you hate. Save a few dollars every time you […] The post Wear good shoes inside your house first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Marsh named town manager of Rolesville
There’s no longer an ‘interim’ in Eric Marsh’s title at the town of Rolesville. Marsh was hired as Rolesville’s town manager June 4. Prior to being named town manager, Marsh had served as the town’s assistant town manager since November 2021. Since December 2023 he had served as interim town manager in Rolesville. Marsh earned a bachelor of science in […] The post Marsh named town manager of Rolesville first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
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