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Well water test history must now be shared with home buyers
Residential property disclosure statements in North Carolina now include a question about testing for contaminants in private wells, thanks to work by the NIEHS-funded University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) Superfund Research Program (SRP) Center and collaborators. The decision by the North Carolina Real Estate Commission, effective July 1, requires sellers to indicate whether dwellings supplied by private well water have ever had the water supply tested for quality, quantity, and pressure and, if so, to provide the date of the test.
Antisemitism law backed by GOP majorities, Democratic governor
(The Center Square) – Defining in North Carolina law a working definition of antisemitism has been accomplished by Republican majorities in the General Assembly and signed into law by its Democratic governor. The SHALOM Act, as House Bill 942 is known, stands up to hate and leads “with our moral principles,” a definition used by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance. It includes “contemporary examples of antisemitism” as a tool and guide “for training, education, recognizing, and combating antisemitic hate crimes or discrimination and for tracking...
Old castle hidden beneath NC's largest sand dune fully visible again
NAGS HEAD, N.C. — Thousands of families visit the Outer Banks to climb the incredible sand dunes at Jockey's Ridge each year. Many have no idea, however, what's hidden beneath the 400 acres of sand that covers the largest active dune on the East Coast. Is it an illusion?...
New livestock arena in Stanly close to opening
It has been 14 years or more in the making, but Stanly County citizens will soon be able to enjoy agricultural events at the new livestock arena. More than a place for farm-related events, the new arena features an air-conditioned exhibit area which can seat approximately 180 people. Additional fencing was recently approved by county […] The post New livestock arena in Stanly close to opening appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Meck Co. officials give $600 allowance to some formerly incarcerated individuals
Mecklenburg County officials are giving some formerly incarcerated people a hand up after leaving the detention center. People who qualify can get up to $600 in an account to pay for essentials.
Suspect who rammed stolen car into gun shop gets probation
A man accused of ramming into a south Charlotte gun shop and taking off with several guns got 12 months of probation after pleading guilty to one of the charges. Store employees said they were outraged and said something must change.
Plans to keep Uptown Charlotte safe for the Fourth (07-02-2024–Hour1)
This episode is presented by Carolina Readiness Supply – Local government and business officials are promoting efforts to keep the WBT Sky Show safe, after local criminals terrorized the public after the Uptown Charlotte last year. Plus, a Mecklenburg County judge is under fire for setting a ridiculously low bond for a man charged with rape and murder.
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