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Nancy Pelosi speaks at NC Democratic Party Unity dinner as division over Biden grows
At the Unity Dinner, an easy passing of the torch with Governor Roy Cooper eager to support his potential successor Josh Stein, and candidates down the ballot. It all comes as national Democrats are eager to flip North Carolina blue."They are all in on North Carolina," Cooper said."So let's use our power and together we will build a North Carolina that is safer stronger and more prosperous for everybody," Stein said.But the question over Biden passing the torch still looms large.Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi has been part of those discussions but today, she was speaking to the crowd highlighting the...
PCC Notes: Next NC Scholarship making college affordable for state residents
WINTERVILLE — A new financial aid program has made higher education more affordable for North Carolina residents, and there’s still time for prospective Pitt Community College students to apply for funding for the upcoming fall semester. Announced earlier this year, the Next NC Scholarship helps most North Carolinians from households with an adjusted gross income equal to or less than $80,000 pursue a higher education by fully covering tuition and fees at PCC and other public colleges in the state. ...
Dentists stress child's dental health during summer
As summer kicks into full gear, North Carolina dentists stressed the importance of maintaining children’s dental health. Dr. Miranda Kalaskey, a dentist in Raleigh and member of the North Carolina Dental Society, said with more outdoor activities and changing routines, dental care can often be neglected, leading to cavities and dental trauma. Her advice is for parents to keep up with preventive care and encourage healthier eating habits. “Try to...
NC man who could only afford one hearing aid gets 2 new ones as gift from Clayton doctor
A North Carolina audiologist gave a man the gift of sound thanks to a community give-back event.Dr. Melissa Palmer of Clayton Audiology has helped people with their hearing for more than two decades."I enjoy the ability to give the gift of sound through better hearing," said Dr. Palmer. "And for those with hearing loss who have either lost it over the years or have never really heard well, it is a really rewarding experience to see folks enjoying the sounds of life, whether it's communication, grandchildren, environment, birds singing."Her patient Gerald Hardee has struggled with his hearing and could only...
Impact of major tech outage felt in many places across Eastern NC
JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Flights, government services, hospitals and more were impacted by a technology outage Friday morning. Multiple services and agencies spent hours in limbo as they tried to figure out how to get back up and running. The CEO of cybersecurity company Crowdstrike said that the issue came from an update for Windows […]
17-Year-Old From North Carolina Becomes One Of The Youngest Pilots In The U.S.
Ryan Garner made history by becoming one of the youngest pilots in the country. The 17-year-old from Indian Trail, N.C. recently obtained his private pilot license. Garner is also the first Black pilot to receive the distinction at Goose Creek Airport.
Dudley High’s Le’Ezra Brown named Gatorade North Carolina Boys Track and Field Player of the Year
CHICAGO — In its 39th year of honoring the nation’s most elite high school athletes, Gatorade recently announced that Le’Ezra Brown of Dudley High School is the 2023-24 Gatorade North Carolina Boys Track & Field Player of the Year. Brown is the first Gatorade North Carolina Boys Track & Field Player of the Year to be chosen from Dudley High School.
Driver cited after colliding with Emerald Isle ambulance Friday night
UPDATE 7/20/24 (WNCT) — Morehead City and Emerald Isle officials released new information surrounding a two-vehicle accident in Morehead City. The crash happened at the intersection of Highway 70 and Highway 24 and involved an Emerald Isle ambulance. Emergency lights and siren were activated when the ambulance was struck in the intersection, according to a […]
Greater Jacksonville Kingfish Tournament brings victory at last for Waycross crew
Nelson Pittman started reeling in the kingfish, and he knew it was big. It was heavy. Best of all, for a crew still stung by memories of a past Jacksonville visit, this fish was in one piece. "We knew," Pittman said, "we knew we had a big fish." ...
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