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

As western North Carolina continues to recover more than a year later from Hurricane Helene, Gov. Josh Stein’s office has released several announcements in recent days detailing funding for infrastructure repairs.
As western North Carolina continues to recover more than a year later from Hurricane Helene, Gov. Josh Stein’s office has released several announcements in recent days detailing funding for infrastructure repairs.
 
A split North Carolina Supreme Court has ruled that a Department of Transportation contractor does not need to foot part of the bill for a Robeson County deputy sheriff's injuries in 2019.
A split North Carolina Supreme Court has ruled that a Department of Transportation contractor does not need to foot part of the bill for a Robeson County deputy sheriff's injuries in 2019.
 
After a series of social media posts highlighting controversial books distributed in the Chapel Hill‒Carrboro City Schools libraries, state House Majority Leader Brenden Jones and House Republicans called a hearing for the House Select Committee on Oversight and Reform
After a series of social media posts highlighting controversial books distributed in the Chapel Hill‒Carrboro City Schools libraries, state House Majority Leader Brenden Jones and House Republicans called a hearing for the House Select Committee on Oversight and Reform
 
The City of Charlotte and the light rail system are back in the news, after an individual was seriously injured in a stabbing on the Blue Line Friday night.
The City of Charlotte and the light rail system are back in the news, after an individual was seriously injured in a stabbing on the Blue Line Friday night.
 
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has received funding for the 2026 Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) from federal partners.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has received funding for the 2026 Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) from federal partners.
 
A federal judge has signed off on a deal to end Republican groups' 2024 lawsuit over North Carolina's rules for mail-in ballot envelopes.
A federal judge has signed off on a deal to end Republican groups' 2024 lawsuit over North Carolina's rules for mail-in ballot envelopes.
 
Holiday lights bring cheer and joy, until the electric bill arrives at the end of the month. However, Duke Energy, the largest energy company in North Carolina, offers tips to help its customers reduce their utility usage and minimize the impact on their monthly bills.
Holiday lights bring cheer and joy, until the electric bill arrives at the end of the month. However, Duke Energy, the largest energy company in North Carolina, offers tips to help its customers reduce their utility usage and minimize the impact on their monthly bills.
 
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein, the Governor’s Recovery Office for Western North Carolina (GROW NC), and North Carolina Emergency Management announced that a total of $500,000 in home winterization grants will be awarded to two nonprofit organizations engaged in housing rebuild and repair.
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein, the Governor’s Recovery Office for Western North Carolina (GROW NC), and North Carolina Emergency Management announced that a total of $500,000 in home winterization grants will be awarded to two nonprofit organizations engaged in housing rebuild and repair.
 
North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NCDPS) Secretary Eddie Buffaloe Jr. will be taking on a new role as the new deputy chief for the Raleigh Police Department’s Administrative Services Division.
North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NCDPS) Secretary Eddie Buffaloe Jr. will be taking on a new role as the new deputy chief for the Raleigh Police Department’s Administrative Services Division.
 
On Thanksgiving tables across the country the real stars may be homegrown. Whether it’s turkey or ham at the center, or sweet potatoes in every imaginable form, some of the state’s biggest agricultural exports are also the most beloved holiday staples.
On Thanksgiving tables across the country the real stars may be homegrown. Whether it’s turkey or ham at the center, or sweet potatoes in every imaginable form, some of the state’s biggest agricultural exports are also the most beloved holiday staples.
 
During Thanksgiving week in 2024, a total of 23 people in North Carolina were killed and 65% of those were not wearing a seat belt.
During Thanksgiving week in 2024, a total of 23 people in North Carolina were killed and 65% of those were not wearing a seat belt.
 
Hundreds of millions of dollars unaccounted for, department hasn't filed report of funds on time since 2017
Hundreds of millions of dollars unaccounted for, department hasn't filed report of funds on time since 2017
 
As the nation recognizes veterans this month, the North Carolina Forest Service is offering a 20 percent discount on tree-seedling orders placed throughout November by active military, honorably discharged veterans, and retired service members.
As the nation recognizes veterans this month, the North Carolina Forest Service is offering a 20 percent discount on tree-seedling orders placed throughout November by active military, honorably discharged veterans, and retired service members.
 
Despite a recent trade deal reached between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping, China has increased imports of Brazilian soybeans, a major North Carolina cash crop, causing experts to express concerns about the stability of the trade deal.
Despite a recent trade deal reached between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping, China has increased imports of Brazilian soybeans, a major North Carolina cash crop, causing experts to express concerns about the stability of the trade deal.
 
The Center for Middle East and Islamic Studies at UNC-Chapel Hill is focusing its annual lecture series on diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) in the language classroom, while simultaneously taking in millions of dollars from the US Department of Education.
The Center for Middle East and Islamic Studies at UNC-Chapel Hill is focusing its annual lecture series on diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) in the language classroom, while simultaneously taking in millions of dollars from the US Department of Education.
 
Republican leaders of the North Carolina General Assembly have rejected Gov. Josh Stein’s call for an extra legislative session dealing with Medicaid next week, calling the move unconstitutional and unnecessary.
Republican leaders of the North Carolina General Assembly have rejected Gov. Josh Stein’s call for an extra legislative session dealing with Medicaid next week, calling the move unconstitutional and unnecessary.
 
“Governor Stein is deaf to the desperate pleas of Charlotte's police and residents."
 
State health officials are investigating a suspected case of infant botulism in North Carolina linked to a baby formula, which has now been recalled nationwide.
State health officials are investigating a suspected case of infant botulism in North Carolina linked to a baby formula, which has now been recalled nationwide.
 
In the coming months, the North Carolina Supreme Court will decide whether a class-action lawsuit can move forward against Raleigh over water and sewer impact fees.
In the coming months, the North Carolina Supreme Court will decide whether a class-action lawsuit can move forward against Raleigh over water and sewer impact fees.
 
For years scientists believed that the Nanotyrannus was just a teenage version of the T. rex, although some speculated that it was its own distinct species.
For years scientists believed that the Nanotyrannus was just a teenage version of the T. rex, although some speculated that it was its own distinct species.
 
A panel of federal Appeals Court judges appeared skeptical Wednesday that a 10-year-old copyright infringement lawsuit against the state of North Carolina involving the pirate Blackbeard could move forward.
A panel of federal Appeals Court judges appeared skeptical Wednesday that a 10-year-old copyright infringement lawsuit against the state of North Carolina involving the pirate Blackbeard could move forward.
 
On Oct 28, Sen. Ted Budd, R-NC, joined Rep. David Rouzer, R-CD07, in leading a bipartisan effort in Congress to urge President Donald Trump to prioritize flue-cured tobacco in his upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
On Oct 28, Sen. Ted Budd, R-NC, joined Rep. David Rouzer, R-CD07, in leading a bipartisan effort in Congress to urge President Donald Trump to prioritize flue-cured tobacco in his upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
 
The North Carolina State Board of Elections filed court documents this week challenging Pembroke Mayor Gregory Cummings' arguments in a 2023 election protest.
The North Carolina State Board of Elections filed court documents this week challenging Pembroke Mayor Gregory Cummings' arguments in a 2023 election protest.
 
North Carolina’s judicial system has been under heavy scrutiny in the wake of the recent murders of Iryna Zarutska and Logan Frederico.
North Carolina’s judicial system has been under heavy scrutiny in the wake of the recent murders of Iryna Zarutska and Logan Frederico.
 
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North Carolina drivers are turning online to renew their licenses at record levels, as expanded digital access through the Division of Motor Vehicles takes effect.
North Carolina drivers are turning online to renew their licenses at record levels, as expanded digital access through the Division of Motor Vehicles takes effect.
 
North Carolina lawmakers met in Raleigh on Monday to review newly proposed congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
North Carolina lawmakers met in Raleigh on Monday to review newly proposed congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
 
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein announced Judco Manufacturing, Inc., an automotive supplier, will create 60 new jobs in Greene County.
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein announced Judco Manufacturing, Inc., an automotive supplier, will create 60 new jobs in Greene County.
 
Eighty percent of home sellers across the Southeast are anxious about selling in today’s market, according to Mark Spain Real Estate’s Fall 2025 Southeast Home Seller Sentiment Report.
Eighty percent of home sellers across the Southeast are anxious about selling in today’s market, according to Mark Spain Real Estate’s Fall 2025 Southeast Home Seller Sentiment Report.
 
Plaintiffs are asking US District Judge Frank Whitney to reconsider his order dismissing a lawsuit challenging conditions in North Carolina's foster care system.
Plaintiffs are asking US District Judge Frank Whitney to reconsider his order dismissing a lawsuit challenging conditions in North Carolina's foster care system.
 
The first hearing in former Provost Chris Clemens’ lawsuit against the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill took place at Orange County Superior Court in Hillsborough on Wednesday.
The first hearing in former Provost Chris Clemens’ lawsuit against the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill took place at Orange County Superior Court in Hillsborough on Wednesday.
 
The owner of a former Charlotte tire factory is asking the North Carolina Supreme Court to consider a dozen lawsuits related to alleged asbestos exposure.
The owner of a former Charlotte tire factory is asking the North Carolina Supreme Court to consider a dozen lawsuits related to alleged asbestos exposure.
 
'This would be laughable if the consequences of this reckless and dishonest behavior were not so deadly serious.'
'This would be laughable if the consequences of this reckless and dishonest behavior were not so deadly serious.'
 
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