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A continual examination of news and events that affect other locations, as well as Beaufort County in a related sense.

The groundbreaking on what is being called the “crown jewel of VinFast’s global expansion” occurred Friday morning at the site of the $4 billion EV manufacturing plant in Triangle Innovation Point, in the Chatham County town of Moncure.
The groundbreaking on what is being called the “crown jewel of VinFast’s global expansion” occurred Friday morning at the site of the $4 billion EV manufacturing plant in Triangle Innovation Point, in the Chatham County town of Moncure.
 
North Carolina Republicans voted on Tuesday to override Democrat Governor Roy Cooper’s vetoes of two election bills that Republicans say will increase election integrity and Cooper claims are a “threat” to democracy.
North Carolina Republicans voted on Tuesday to override Democrat Governor Roy Cooper’s vetoes of two election bills that Republicans say will increase election integrity and Cooper claims are a “threat” to democracy.
 
Jack Smith, the Department of Justice’s special counsel who indicted former president and current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump over his mishandling of classified documents, has connections to the Tar Heel State through his failed prosecution of former U.S. Sen. John Edwards.
Jack Smith, the Department of Justice’s special counsel who indicted former president and current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump over his mishandling of classified documents, has connections to the Tar Heel State through his failed prosecution of former U.S. Sen. John Edwards.
 
Christmas came in August for many North Carolinians as Republican lawmakers in the House and Senate flexed their muscles and overrode three of Gov. Cooper’s vetoes on bills impacting school choice.
Christmas came in August for many North Carolinians as Republican lawmakers in the House and Senate flexed their muscles and overrode three of Gov. Cooper’s vetoes on bills impacting school choice.
 
Rep. Richard Hudson, R-NC8, accused U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra of misleading him and other North Carolinians about plans to house unaccompanied migrant children at a Greensboro facility at a hearing Wednesday.
Rep. Richard Hudson, R-NC8, accused U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra of misleading him and other North Carolinians about plans to house unaccompanied migrant children at a Greensboro facility at a hearing Wednesday.
 
The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals' hearing Thursday about the future of the Mountain Valley Pipeline included one reference to North Carolina.
The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals' hearing Thursday about the future of the Mountain Valley Pipeline included one reference to North Carolina.
 
On Tuesday, North Carolina Labor Commissioner Josh Dobson announced his endorsement of Rep. Jon Hardister, R-Guilford, as the candidate to succeed him in the upcoming Republican primary.
On Tuesday, North Carolina Labor Commissioner Josh Dobson announced his endorsement of Rep. Jon Hardister, R-Guilford, as the candidate to succeed him in the upcoming Republican primary.
 
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Rural Health, in partnership with East Carolina University and North Carolina State University, has been awarded a highly competitive Community Partnerships to Advance Science for Society award
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Rural Health, in partnership with East Carolina University and North Carolina State University, has been awarded a highly competitive Community Partnerships to Advance Science for Society award
 
Two groups representing private schools back Charlotte Latin at the N.C. Court of Appeals in the school's dispute with parents of two expelled students.
Two groups representing private schools back Charlotte Latin at the N.C. Court of Appeals in the school's dispute with parents of two expelled students.
 
U.S. Magistrate Judge Patrick Auld wants more information from voter identification critics and supporters before deciding how a federal lawsuit will move forward.
U.S. Magistrate Judge Patrick Auld wants more information from voter identification critics and supporters before deciding how a federal lawsuit will move forward.
 
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will host a live Spanish-language Cafecito and tele-town hall on Tuesday, Sept. 26, from 6 to 7 p.m. to discuss common health needs and how to find support.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will host a live Spanish-language Cafecito and tele-town hall on Tuesday, Sept. 26, from 6 to 7 p.m. to discuss common health needs and how to find support.
 
Additions to the Bill Include Early Voting, Election Observer, Reforms.
 
One of the nation’s oldest and largest insurance companies had its incentives package terminated by the North Carolina Economic Investment Committee Tuesday for failing to add thousands of jobs to its operations center in Charlotte.
One of the nation’s oldest and largest insurance companies had its incentives package terminated by the North Carolina Economic Investment Committee Tuesday for failing to add thousands of jobs to its operations center in Charlotte.
 
In the wake of the April 28 NC Supreme Court ruling requiring government-issued photo identification in order to vote in North Carolina elections, exception forms created by the NC State Board of Elections (NCSBE) have been introduced that would allow individuals to vote
In the wake of the April 28 NC Supreme Court ruling requiring government-issued photo identification in order to vote in North Carolina elections, exception forms created by the NC State Board of Elections (NCSBE) have been introduced that would allow individuals to vote
 
A church scheduled for demolition to make way for VinFast’s new $4 billion EV plant in Moncure, Chatham County, may be saved after all.
A church scheduled for demolition to make way for VinFast’s new $4 billion EV plant in Moncure, Chatham County, may be saved after all.
 
A University of North Carolina Chapel Hill physics professor who was found dead in his office in August had been shot seven times, a medical examiner said.
A University of North Carolina Chapel Hill physics professor who was found dead in his office in August had been shot seven times, a medical examiner said.
 
The agricultural industry heavily relies on poultry farming, and it plays a significant role in supporting the economy. However, poultry farmers often face challenges when dealing with large integrator companies, which control various aspects of their operations.
The agricultural industry heavily relies on poultry farming, and it plays a significant role in supporting the economy. However, poultry farmers often face challenges when dealing with large integrator companies, which control various aspects of their operations.
 
Planned Parenthood and a Duke Health doctor target two pieces of North Carolina's new abortion law for an injunction. One involves a documentation requirement for doctors using abortion drugs. The other requires abortions after 12 weeks of pregnancy to take place in a hospital.
Planned Parenthood and a Duke Health doctor target two pieces of North Carolina's new abortion law for an injunction. One involves a documentation requirement for doctors using abortion drugs. The other requires abortions after 12 weeks of pregnancy to take place in a hospital.
 
Waynesville’s USA Farm Labor Inc. (USAFL), one of the top three agencies assisting agriculture employers with the H-2A visa program, is suing the Department of Labor demanding they pause a rule change that could cost the company hundreds of thousands of dollars per year.
Waynesville’s USA Farm Labor Inc. (USAFL), one of the top three agencies assisting agriculture employers with the H-2A visa program, is suing the Department of Labor demanding they pause a rule change that could cost the company hundreds of thousands of dollars per year.
 
Efforts support employment for people with disabilities
 
The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed a lower court ruling against investors in a Triangle-based biopharmaceutical company. Pension funds for police and firefighers in San Antonio and El Paso served as lead plaintiffs in the case.
The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed a lower court ruling against investors in a Triangle-based biopharmaceutical company. Pension funds for police and firefighers in San Antonio and El Paso served as lead plaintiffs in the case.
 
The N.C. Court of Appeals has denied Gov. Roy Cooper's request for a temporary stay in a Forsyth County video sweepstakes lawsuit.
The N.C. Court of Appeals has denied Gov. Roy Cooper's request for a temporary stay in a Forsyth County video sweepstakes lawsuit.
 
The Julian F. Keith Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center in Black Mountain, N.C. recently unveiled a new patient care unit and announced an innovative partnership to redefine recovery journeys.
The Julian F. Keith Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center in Black Mountain, N.C. recently unveiled a new patient care unit and announced an innovative partnership to redefine recovery journeys.
 
Former North Carolina state senator and Lincoln County native Deanna Ballard announced Monday that she is running in the 2024 Republican primary for lieutenant governor.
Former North Carolina state senator and Lincoln County native Deanna Ballard announced Monday that she is running in the 2024 Republican primary for lieutenant governor.
 
Democrat Gov. Roy Cooper continues to give his veto pen a workout for the 14th time this year, this time vetoing a bill involving the expansion of charter schools, including being able to request money from counties for funding capital projects.
Democrat Gov. Roy Cooper continues to give his veto pen a workout for the 14th time this year, this time vetoing a bill involving the expansion of charter schools, including being able to request money from counties for funding capital projects.
 
A Guilford County mother is asking the N.C. Court of Appeals to revive her lawsuit against the Guilford school board and Old North State Medical Society. She blames the defendants for the forced COVID vaccination of her teenage son.
A Guilford County mother is asking the N.C. Court of Appeals to revive her lawsuit against the Guilford school board and Old North State Medical Society. She blames the defendants for the forced COVID vaccination of her teenage son.
 
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is pleased to be selected among several entities for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration investment in increasing access to maternal care
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is pleased to be selected among several entities for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration investment in increasing access to maternal care
 
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services reminds people to take precautions against mosquito bites following recent reports of West Nile virus infection in the state.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services reminds people to take precautions against mosquito bites following recent reports of West Nile virus infection in the state.
 
Between the months of April and June of 2023, Congressman Wiley Nickel, D-NC13, accepted $88,500 from corporate PACs. Company PACs include Amazon, Visa, and H&R Block.
Between the months of April and June of 2023, Congressman Wiley Nickel, D-NC13, accepted $88,500 from corporate PACs. Company PACs include Amazon, Visa, and H&R Block.
 
Karen Brinson Bell, executive director of the State Board of Elections, will hold a virtual press availability from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Wednesday, October 18, 2023.
Karen Brinson Bell, executive director of the State Board of Elections, will hold a virtual press availability from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Wednesday, October 18, 2023.
 
Plaintiffs in a Forsyth County video sweepstakes lawsuit urge the N.C. Court of Appeals to reject a request from Gov. Roy Cooper and state law enforcement leaders.
Plaintiffs in a Forsyth County video sweepstakes lawsuit urge the N.C. Court of Appeals to reject a request from Gov. Roy Cooper and state law enforcement leaders.
 
Former state legislator and candidate for lieutenant governor Andy Wells has thrown his hat in the ring for the Republican nomination for governor in North Carolina.
Former state legislator and candidate for lieutenant governor Andy Wells has thrown his hat in the ring for the Republican nomination for governor in North Carolina.
 
RALEIGH: As legislative Republicans in North Carolina continue their all-out assault on the right to vote, Governor Roy Cooper wrote an opinion piece for CNN condemning these dangerous bills and urging people to make their voices heard.
RALEIGH: As legislative Republicans in North Carolina continue their all-out assault on the right to vote, Governor Roy Cooper wrote an opinion piece for CNN condemning these dangerous bills and urging people to make their voices heard.
 
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