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Beer company donates water to local firefighters
Anheuser-Busch is known for beer, but recently has focused on providing the most basic liquid commodity of all — water — to appreciative volunteer fire departments in Surry County and elsewhere. In all, 31 firefighting units across North Carolina were beneficiaries of the gesture by Anheuser-Busch in collaboration with 11 of its wholesaler partners and the National Volunteer Fire Council. It involved the beer company temporarily abandoning a normal role...
North Carolina election board allows virtual student IDs to comply with mandate
The North Carolina State Board of Elections has approved the first virtual form of identification to comply with the voter ID law in the Tar Heel State. On Tuesday, the Democratic-controlled board voted 3-2, with both Republicans opposing, to allow the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Mobile UNC One Card to be accepted […]
Wake reduces graduation requirements, in compliance with new state law
North Carolina high school students no longer have to meet as many graduation requirements. On Tuesday, the Wake County school board voted to reduce the credit requirement from 26 credits to 22 credits. But the county isn’t the only one making this decision. The reduced requirements are stipulated in...
Onslow County Schools unveil new Evolv weapons detection systems for high schools
ONSLOW COUNTY, N.C. — When students at Onslow County High Schools walk through the front door on their first day a school, they'll notice a new security system. While it may look like a metal detector, it is much more. Jacksonville High School Principal Brenda Hermann says, "we started...
Netflix series ‘The Waterfront’ to begin filming in Wilmington; two cast members revealed
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The upcoming Netflix series The Waterfront is set to start filming in Wilmington next week, according to film permits. “Inspired by true events, The Waterfront dives into the story of the flawed Buckley family as their attempts to retain control of their crumbling North Carolina fishing empire drive them to increasingly dangerous means to keep themselves afloat. In addition to writing the horror classics Scream, I Know What You Did Last Summer, and The Faculty, [Kevin] Williamson also created the beloved teen-drama series Dawson’s Creek and co-created The Vampire Diaries,” a Netflix announcement states.
Sports resale store closes in Fayetteville after 25 years in business
After 25 years of selling sports equipment, a sporting goods resale store in Fayetteville has closed its doors. The decision to shutter Play It Again Sports, described by owner Jeff Mozingo as "one of the toughest" of his life, was driven by multiple factors, including a slower financial year and the approaching...
Truck Driver Training class graduates from WCC
GOLDSBORO — Wayne Community College has graduated its 14th class from the Truck Driver Training evening course. Graduates of the program were tested through written and behind-the-wheel exams to ensure they have the skills and knowledge required to safely and successfully operate commercial vehicles. These individuals earned a Class A Commercial Driver’s License, DOT 380 certificate, and WCC Workforce Continuing Education certificate.
Wilson Food Lion stores celebrate remodeling and give away gift cards
Dozens of Food Lion shoppers gathered around the entrance of the Peppermill Drive store for Wednesday morning’s remodeling celebration. They were eager to hear their raffle number called for the chance to win Food Lion gift cards. Among those whose number was called to receive $150, $300 and $400 gift cards was Shirley Lassiter. “My sister’s name got called and […] The post Wilson Food Lion stores celebrate remodeling and give away gift cards first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Cumberland County Animal Services says rabies case confirmed in raccoon
Cumberland County officials are warning the public to protect their pets against rabies after the North Carolina Public Health Lab confirmed a case of rabies off Strickland Bridge Road, a news release said. Cumberland County Animal Services said a resident reported their dog was in a fight with a raccoon in the 6200 block of Withers Drive on Saturday, the release said. The dog killed the raccoon during the fight and did not sustain any injuries, according...
Stem couple pushing to build ‘dream home’ near town center
A Stem couple continues to push toward a goal of building what they call their “dream home” near the intersection with the flashing light at the center of town despite town officials’ development plan that calls for commercial uses in that location. Stem resident Tracy Parks frequently cites the quietness of Stem as a reason she and her husband like […] The post Stem couple pushing to build ‘dream home’ near town center first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Back-to-school sneaker drive provides shoes for kids
What started as gifting a single pair of shoes turned into a full day of giving for LaToya Williams, providing more than 125 pairs of shoes for kids just in time for the new school year. “I had a couple pairs of shoes I wanted to donate to a kid going back to school,” Williams said. “I decided to see […] The post Back-to-school sneaker drive provides shoes for kids first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Temporary closure of Middle Street for sewer service; set to reopen today
NEW BERN, Craven County — City of New Bern officials say a street has been temporarily closed for sewer maintenance. The closure is impacting the 300 block of Middle Street and is set to reopen later today, August 22, 2024. Water Resources crews are currently working on sewer service...
Jones County man receives multiple charges after deputies spot his car involved in a kidnapping case
JONES COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — On Tuesday, Jones County Deputies received a call for a be on the look out alert with a suspect involved in a kidnapping case from another that was believed to be traveling through the area. A few hours after the call, deputies on patrol spotted a vehicle matching the prescription […]
Crimes in Kinston trending down compared to a year ago
KINSTON, N.C. (WNCT) — A new crime report has been released in the City of Kinston Wednesday. The report shows a significant drop in felonies and misdemeanors for the first half of the year. Officers with the Kinston Police Department said felonies have dropped by 18 percent and misdemeanors by more than 60 percent. KPD […]
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