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A fire severely damages the historic First Baptist Dallas church sanctuary
A fire all but destroyed the historic church sanctuary at First Baptist Dallas, sending smoke billowing over the city but causing no deaths or injuries, Dallas firefighters said. The fire in the Texas Historic Landmark, a Victorian-style red brick church built in 1890, was reported about 6:30 p.m. Friday, and...
Sheppard, Dillard Relish Family Time During World of Outlaws Summer Stretch
CONCORD, NC (July 19, 2024) – Amid a grueling season with the World of Outlaws CASE Construction Equipment Late Models, Brandon Sheppard and Cade Dillard kept their families by their side during the summertime set of events. The two drivers sit comfortably inside the top four in Series points,...
Nine-run third too much for GreenJackets July 19
COLUMBIA – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers sent 12 men to the plate, the first nine of which scored, in a landslide of a third inning that left little doubt to the result in a 13-3 over Augusta Friday night. In the first game back from the All-Star break, the...
Pitt Community College names its first woman president
WINTERVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - An Eastern Carolina community college has named its first ever woman to serve as its president. Pitt Community College says that the State Board of Community Colleges approved Dr. Maria Pharr to be named next president of the college. Pharr has been the president of South...
Isabella Strahan Announces She Is Cancer-Free!
Isabella Strahan shared a special YouTube vlog this week, revealing she is cancer-free!. Strahan, the daughter of Michael Strahan and his ex, Jean Muggli, had a malignant brain tumor removed in October, and has since undergone radiation, chemotherapy, and multiple brain surgeries. The 19-year-old posted two new videos this week....
Power Outtage Affecting Parts of Harrisburg
2:40 P.M. UPDATE: Duke Energy crews are currently on-site working diligently to restore power. The initial investigation indicates a telecommunications line hanging below the minimum height requirement became entangled with a passing concrete truck, causing the downed power pole and subsequent outages. We anticipate services to be fully restored by...
South Piedmont reaches 100% pass rate on nursing exam
MONROE – All 17 of South Piedmont Community College’s most recent nursing class have passed the National Council Licensure Examination, the required exam to become Registered Nurse. The results extend South Piedmont’s long tradition of 100% pass rates on the exam. In addition to passing the NCLEX-RN,...
ROTTEN: Allegations of theft and corruption surround fmr. Pageland Chamber of Commerce president
In December 2023, Ethan Foard filed a lawsuit, asking the Chesterfield County courts to rip apart whatever's left of the Pageland Chamber, a nonprofit with a mission to promote Pageland and its businesses.
'Deserted streets, angry locals and lies - inside the real RNC Donald Trump didn't want you to see'
At the RNC, delegates, politicians, guests, and speakers gathered to hand Donald Trump and his new cohort JD Vance, their party's nomination in a grand celebration with custom outfits and lots of bedazzled hats - with the conservative group behind project 2025 setting the Republican agenda in the background
1969 Chevrolet COPO Camaro Set to Star at Mecum Auction
Featuring a matching numbers 427/425 HP V-8 engine and a rich racing heritage. One of the most revered muscle cars in automotive history, the 1969 Chevrolet COPO Camaro, will be crossing the auction block at the Mecum Auction in Harrisburg on Saturday, July 27th, 2024. This COPO Certified masterpiece is sure to attract considerable attention from collectors and enthusiasts alike, thanks to its impeccable pedigree and outstanding condition.
Car crashes into power pole, house in Lexington
LEXINGTON, N.C. — The South Lexington Fire Department said a driver crashed into a power pole and then into a home on Old Mountain Rd. in Lexington Friday afternoon. It knocked out power to about 300 customers, according to Energy United's outage map. Fire officials said the driver was...
NC dance instructor accused of misconduct with students, deputies say
RALEIGH, N.C. — A woman linked to numerous dance studios across the state, including one in Raleigh, was arrested in Raleigh for charges of indecent liberties with a minor. A New Hanover County Sheriff's Office investigation connected Elissa Edwards to allegations of misconduct with students from several dance studios across North Carolina.
Pelosi to headline NC Democratic fundraiser as rumors swirl over Biden's candidacy
Every year, North Carolina Democrats host what they call the “Unity Dinner” — a fundraiser that in presidential years serves as a sort of pre-convention kickoff and get-out-the-vote bonanza. This year’s dinner, to be held Saturday, comes as the party is anything but unified on who should...
Tryon Palace presents Community Class Series Premiere: North Carolina Before Tryon: Eastern North Carolina’s Indigenous Communities
(NEW BERN, NC) July 19, 2024 -Tryon Palace is excited to introduce the first of its Community Class Series on the evening of Thursday, July 25, at 5:30 pm, at the North Carolina History Center. Community Class is a new series of educational talks and programs focused on the many facets of eastern North Carolina history that reach beyond the pages of history books. We hope these stories will expand upon our vision of community as we reveal more about out past.
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