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Boutique owner realizes her dream
PRINCETON — As her shop settles into its new home, Christy Mitteldorfer has finally realized her dream. “It’s something that I have wanted to do my whole life,” said Mitteldorfer, the owner of Christy’s Boutique. She hopes the third spot’s the charm. “This is our third location, but hopefully it’s our final,” she said. “It’s just taken us these few […] The post Boutique owner realizes her dream first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Artist sought for Elm City mural featuring the late Harvey Reid Jr.
The town of Elm City, Wilson Arts and the Oliver Nestus Freeman Round House and African American Museum are seeking an artist to paint a mural on the east side of the former Elm City Furniture and Cobb Furniture building. The building, located at 101 W. Main St. in Elm City, was selected as the mural’s site by the Board […] The post Artist sought for Elm City mural featuring the late Harvey Reid Jr. first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
King Farmers' market sprouts new hours
KING — Dejah Pasay told her husband to let her know if he saw any farmers’ markets on his way home, and on the last Thursday in June, she got the call. The King Farmers’ Market was open in its newly added location at King Moravian Church on Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. “We’re just interested in anything that is grown locally,” said Pasay, at the market with her...
Graves of heroes: Bob Timberlake honors ancestors who fought at Battle of Guilford Courthouse
LEXINGTON, N.C. — Living in the Triad, we know Greensboro is named for General Nathanael Greene who led American revolutionary troops at the Battle of Guilford Courthouse. But there are other people who helped organize that battle who we should also know. One of whom is the ancestor of Bob Timberlake, the famous artist from Lexington. Ahead of the Forth of July Bob sat down with WFMY News 2's Ben Briscoe to help honor the people who fought for our freedom in our neck of the woods.
Greensboro affordable housing project advances, supportive housing project at standstill
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Empty apartments in East Greensboro could get new life soon. “We welcome a change. I would love to see somebody back there living. Right now, it is an eyesore,” said Jennifer Thompson, who lives nearby. The property is on John Dimrey Drive just off of East Gate City Boulevard. Earlier this […]
Pinehurst Area Basks in U.S. Open Glow
Due in large part to the success of the four previous U.S. Opens at No. 2, including the Women’s U.S. Open in 2014, the Donald Ross masterpiece in the North Carolina Sandhills was tapped to host the organization’s preeminent championships in 2024, 2029 — for a second men’s and women’s back-to-back — 2035, 2041 and 2047.
Fans In Disbelief Over Video of NFL Owner's Wife Assisting with Draft Picks
A trending video on X (Twitter) has brought attention to Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper's wife, Nicole Tepper, actively participating in the team's player selections for the 2024 NFL Draft back in April. Nicole Tepper, who serves as the Chief Administrative Officer for the Carolina Panthers, ...
Charlotte reached 101 degrees for the first time in two years Friday
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A Heat Advisory is in place as well until 8 p.m. as feels like temperatures have been making a run for 108 degrees across our central and southeastern counties. Tonight: Heat Advisory, heat index values over 105 degrees, scattered t-storms west. This Weekend: Heat and humidity...
Three-fourths of NC is in a moderate to severe drought
Nearly 75% of North Carolina is facing a moderate to severe drought, despite recent rainfall, as high summer temperatures linger with little relief. Why it matters: Dryness is entrenching the soil and leading to widespread crop losses in 10 North Carolina counties currently facing severe drought, according to the latest data released by the state's Drought Management Advisory Council. Most of those worst-hit areas are east of I-95, in a stretch from Wayne to Bertie counties and all around the Pamlico River.Driving the news: Congressman Don Davis is calling for an emergency drought declaration, as much of his district is...
New real estate rule encourages sellers to disclose flood information
A new rule from the North Carolina Real Estate Commission requires home sellers to disclose information about flooding damage to potential buyers. The rule went into effect on Monday, July 1. The addition of flood-related questions to the Residential Property and Owners’ Association Disclosure Statement came about in December 2022,...
Operation Dry Water encourages safe boating over 4th of July weekend
MANTEO, N.C. (WAVY) — On Thursday, thousands of boat owners in Hampton Roads and North Carolina will head out to enjoy the local waterways. If you’re one of them, there are some safety regulations you need to know about, as officials say they’re concerned about a rise in accidents. “It’s been a busy season for […]
Fired New Hanover County Schools superintendent and his attorney respond
A day after being fired as superintendent for New Hanover County Schools, Charles Foust said he was proud of the students and employees and wished the district "nothing but the best." Late Tuesday night, after a closed session, the New Hanover County Board of Education voted 5-0 to terminate Foust's contract, effective immediately....
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