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App State awarded nearly $2.2 million to support growth of its nursing programs
BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University will receive nearly $2.2 million over two years to expand its nursing degree programs, part of a groundbreaking statewide effort to address a nursing workforce shortage in North Carolina. The University of North Carolina System announced July 16 that it has awarded nearly...
Jennifer Roberts and Bob Orr with the North Carolina Network for Fair, Safe and Secure Elections
One very hopeful development for the security and honesty of elections in North Carolina in recent months has been the emergence of the North Carolina Network for Fair, Safe and Secure Elections. The bipartisan group is led by former Charlotte Mayor Jennifer Roberts and former state Supreme Court Justice Bob Orr and for some time […] The post Jennifer Roberts and Bob Orr with the North Carolina Network for Fair, Safe and Secure Elections appeared first on NC Newsline.
State AGs ramp up scrutiny of alleged price-fixing in rental housing
In the past two years, more than 30 lawsuits have been filed in federal and state courts alleging that companies such as RealPage and Yardi are equipping corporate landlords with software algorithms that allow competitors to collude on rent prices. Algorithmic price estimates, in which landlords rely on complex data formulas to set rental rates, […] The post State AGs ramp up scrutiny of alleged price-fixing in rental housing appeared first on NC Newsline.
NC rural farm vets encouraged to apply for agriculture grants
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — North Carolina’s General Assembly is looking to help veterinarians that work on large animals to relieve the stress that comes with the job. They’re doing this by offering up to $25,000 in a grant for those who help cows, pigs and other animals that most vets don’t typically see. Any vet […]
2 opportunities to donate blood coming up
The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets now to reinforce the blood supply as much as possible before the summer winds down. Type O blood donors and those giving platelets are especially needed to help keep hospital shelves stocked through August. Donors remain critically needed to support the Red Cross delivery […] The post 2 opportunities to donate blood coming up appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
ACC Kickoff Hub: Virginia Tech talks with the media on Tuesday
Charlotte, NC - On Monday, the Atlantic Coast Conference hosted the first day of the ACC Kickoff live from the Hilton Uptown Charlotte in Charlotte, N.C. with Commissioner Jim Phillips followed by coaches and select student-athletes from Florida State, Georgia Tech, and SMU. On Tuesday, Brent Pry and Virginia Tech...
Total Growth: FSU representatives at ACC Kickoff reflect program's ability to develop in more ways than one
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Sundays were for crying. Not necessarily because they were sad, although they probably were at least a little sad. Nor because they were mad, although anger to some extent probably played a role as well. But mostly, it's because they missed something. The day after games...
Driver leads police chase through Charlotte, scrapes by another car at airport
Deputies chased a stolen car Tuesday morning that was driving erratically through York County. The driver, who police said was a minor, led a chase into Charlotte where they drove in the wrong direction and even hit a car at the airport.
Heavy police presence in SW CLT after car chase ends at Olympic High School
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A heavy Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police presence was spotted after a car chase ended in southwest Charlotte Tuesday morning. Police told us they were “looking for someone” and to “avoid the area” near Olympic High School. The York County Sheriff’s Office said the chase...
Man killed after lightning strike sends tree crashing into apartment
“The first thing I said was, ‘Oh god,’” a neighbor said. “I know apartments the way they’re designed. I knew that was the bedroom." A man was killed after a tree collapsed on a Charlotte apartment early Monday morning, according to the Charlotte fire department.
NCDOT Asking For Public Feedback on $900 Million Independence Blvd. Project
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) will hold a meeting from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at East Mecklenburg High School Cafeteria, located at 6800 Monroe Road, Charlotte. This meeting aims to inform the public about the proposed project and gather input on the design. The current U.S....
Charlotte man accused of multiple armed robberies at Starbucks arrested
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A man wanted in connection with the armed robbery of multiple Starbucks locations in Charlotte was arrested early Monday morning. Alex Cruz Monroy was charged with multiple counts of robbery with a dangerous weapon and attempted robbery with a dangerous weapon. Officials believe he may be...
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