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Vaya Health introduces Vaya Total Care for more than 35,000 North Carolinians
ASHEVILLE — Vaya Health recently launched Vaya Total Care, an NC Medicaid Managed Care Behavioral Health and Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) Tailored Plan. This new plan is designed for individuals with serious mental health conditions, severe substance use disorders, I/DD, or traumatic brain injuries (TBI), combining a wide range of services into one comprehensive plan. “Launching whole-person care for over 35,000 people in the communities we serve across 32 counties gives Vaya a major opportunity to improve care,” said Tracy Hayes, Area Director and Chief Executive...
National conference convenes education leaders around ‘future-focused schools’
Hundreds of education leaders from across the country gathered in Washington, D.C., last week for Successful Practices Network’s (SPN) 2024 Future-Focused Schools Conference. The three-day conference discussed a shifting education landscape, changing student and employer needs, and successful strategies being implemented across the nation — including in North Carolina....
Warning for boaters: Drinking on the water can be deadly
Drinking and driving can be deadly -- and that applies to people operating boats, too. An annual Fourth of July initiative to promote sober boating is underway this weekend, July 4-6. Operation Dry Water was developed through the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA). During Operation Dry Water,...
No, it wasn't a comet, it was SpaceX's Falcon 9 flying through the Triangle
A rocket that launched in Florida early Wednesday morning was seen in the sky over North Carolina.ABC11 viewers from around the Triangle shared videos they captured of the rocket streaking across the sky. Many of you asked-what was that?SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket was seen in North Carolina after its early morning launch at Cape Canaveral.What was that?It was not a comet but a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.The liftoff happened at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station around 4:55 a.m. on Wednesday, July 3, according to SpaceX.The rocket was carrying 20 Starlink satellites, which include 13 with direct cell capabilities. These satellites act as cellphone towers in space, eliminating dead zones without phone modifications or special apps, the company said.Click on Space X to watch the launchThis marks the 67th Falcon 9 mission of 2024 already.Thank you for sharing your videos and photos with ABC11!WATCH | Mysterious objects found in North Carolina mountains were part of SpaceX spacecraftThe two mysterious objects were found 40 miles apart in the North Carolina mountains in late May.
Moderate rip current risk at area beaches
SOUTHEASTERN NORTH CAROLINA (WWAY) — Area beaches are packed for the July 4th holiday, but officials want anyone planning to get into the water to use caution. US National Weather Service Wilmington says there is an elevated rip current risk for a majority of the Southeast coastline on Thursday and Friday.
‘He is our nominee’: Gov. Cooper, other Democratic governors express support for Biden after White House meeting
Gov. Roy Cooper joined other Democratic governors from across the country Wednesday as they met with President Joe Biden amid the fallout from last week’s debate performance.
NCCU Student Carrie Everett Crowned Miss North Carolina 2024
RALEIGH, NC – A new Miss North Carolina has been crowned. Carrie Everett was crowned on Saturday, June 29. Everett is Miss Johnston County and is a rising Sophomore at NC Central University (NCCU), an HBCU in Durham. During the competition, Everett promoted her community service initiative “We Need...
Suspect flees with cash register in armed robbery at Robeson Co. store
ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WPDE) — Officers are investigating an armed robbery Thursday at the L&M convenience store in the Fairmont area of Robeson County. Fairmont Police Chief Jon Edwards said a man came into the store, pointed a handgun at employees and demanded money. Edwards said the man became...
After court hearing, Wilmington Water Tours can stay on the Riverwalk
It’s an unusual sight for 70 people to gather in a court hallway on the fourth floor. Normally the space is reserved for small groups of attorneys, clients, and family members to have furtive conversations outside the courtroom. But Wednesday morning, the room was packed, the AC system struggling...
WHAT’S HAPPENING: July 5th-7th
WHAT’S HAPPENING (WWAY) — The 4th of July weekend is here and that means many things will be happening in the Cape Fear. In North Topsail Beach, its the 14th Annual Ocean City Jazz Festival. The festival aims to bring eyes to the genre with multiple musicians, DJ’s and drink tasting events. A variety of food trucks will also be available. Its happening from Friday through Sunday at 2649 Island Drive. Information about tickets and times can be found here.
Fundraiser set for restoration of Carolina Beach hermit mural
CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - Local groups are partnering to hold a fundraiser to restore the hermit mural “School of Common Sense” at The Last Resort from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 13. You will be able to meet the artist, and there will be...
Searches underway for missing swimmers at NC beaches
A search for a missing swimmer is underway at Kure Beach.An eyewitness shared video with ABC11 as the search took place on the North Carolina coast.The video showed a Coast Guard vessel on the water.Lifeguards cleared the ocean during that search for a 22-year-old man who disappeared about noon Thursday. He disappeared near the 100 Block of Atlantic Ave, close to the Kure Beach Pier, WWAY reported.Carolina Beach Police, the Coast Guard and other agencies were helping with the search, which continued into the evening.ABC11 has also learned that a water rescue was happening at North Topsail Beach, where crews...
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