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

A bill under consideration in the North Carolina Senate would ban work requirement exemptions for able-bodied adults without children who are receiving food stamps.
A bill under consideration in the North Carolina Senate would ban work requirement exemptions for able-bodied adults without children who are receiving food stamps.
 
Two applicants have filed certificate of need applications with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services to develop operating rooms
Two applicants have filed certificate of need applications with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services to develop operating rooms
 
The military life is regimented. You are told what to do and when to do it. You are instructed where to live and for how long.
The military life is regimented. You are told what to do and when to do it. You are instructed where to live and for how long.
 
The State Board of Elections invites the public to comment on an administrative rule proposed to provide procedures for certain authorized individuals to access proprietary information for voting systems certified for use in North Carolina.
The State Board of Elections invites the public to comment on an administrative rule proposed to provide procedures for certain authorized individuals to access proprietary information for voting systems certified for use in North Carolina.
 
The North Carolina Department of Commerce announced Tuesday the launch of two new initiatives and web pages that will help companies in the state potentially receive federal designation as Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs)
The North Carolina Department of Commerce announced Tuesday the launch of two new initiatives and web pages that will help companies in the state potentially receive federal designation as Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs)
 
June's meeting comes as the state legislature develops the state budget, and candidates launch campaigns for 2024 elections.
June's meeting comes as the state legislature develops the state budget, and candidates launch campaigns for 2024 elections.
 
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Alabama’s congressional map was a racial gerrymander
 
Two distinct but almost textually identical bills banning ESG investment criteria have passed their respective legislative bodies, signaling the strong possibility that either bill becomes law.
Two distinct but almost textually identical bills banning ESG investment criteria have passed their respective legislative bodies, signaling the strong possibility that either bill becomes law.
 
Gov. Cooper is warning others to oppose the expansion of the Opportunity Scholarship Program because he thinks private schools lack accountability
Gov. Cooper is warning others to oppose the expansion of the Opportunity Scholarship Program because he thinks private schools lack accountability
 
The State Board of Elections is reminding educational institutions and government agencies of this week’s deadline to apply to have their student or employee photo IDs approved for voting purposes in the 2023 municipal elections.
The State Board of Elections is reminding educational institutions and government agencies of this week’s deadline to apply to have their student or employee photo IDs approved for voting purposes in the 2023 municipal elections.
 
Defendants linked to former Gov. Pat McCrory's 2016 campaign asked the N.C. Supreme Court to throw out a defamation lawsuit from McCrory critics.
Defendants linked to former Gov. Pat McCrory's 2016 campaign asked the N.C. Supreme Court to throw out a defamation lawsuit from McCrory critics.
 
Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN) knows a thing or two about UFOs. After all, he sits on a House committee investigating UFO sightings and he’s attended some closed-door briefings. He hears things that you don’t hear.
Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN) knows a thing or two about UFOs. After all, he sits on a House committee investigating UFO sightings and he’s attended some closed-door briefings. He hears things that you don’t hear.
 
The North Carolina Department of Natural & Cultural Resources (DNCR) in conjunction with other organizations dedicated to the state’s rich history, recently unveiled the Moonshine and Motorsports Trail in order to highlight the history of bootlegging and stock car racing in the Tar Heel State.
The North Carolina Department of Natural & Cultural Resources (DNCR) in conjunction with other organizations dedicated to the state’s rich history, recently unveiled the Moonshine and Motorsports Trail in order to highlight the history of bootlegging and stock car racing in the Tar Heel State.
 
Operators of a Brunswick County charter school challenge arguments from the federal government's top lawyer in a case under consideration at the U.S. Supreme Court.
Operators of a Brunswick County charter school challenge arguments from the federal government's top lawyer in a case under consideration at the U.S. Supreme Court.
 
Michael Savarino, grandson of former Duke basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski, is asking the N.C. Supreme Court to reject a case linked to a 2021 traffic stop.
Michael Savarino, grandson of former Duke basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski, is asking the N.C. Supreme Court to reject a case linked to a 2021 traffic stop.
 
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is recommending limits on consumption of certain freshwater fish from the middle and lower Cape Fear River based on concerns about exposure to perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) found in fish sampled from that area.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is recommending limits on consumption of certain freshwater fish from the middle and lower Cape Fear River based on concerns about exposure to perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) found in fish sampled from that area.
 
The N.C. Court of Appeals has rejected the case of a fired UNC Chapel Hill professor who has challenged his dismissal since 2018.
The N.C. Court of Appeals has rejected the case of a fired UNC Chapel Hill professor who has challenged his dismissal since 2018.
 
The N.C. Court of Appeals has affirmed a decision allowing a fired state trooper to get his job back. Judges agreed that the State Highway Patrol lacked "just cause" to fire Trooper Joe Locklear.
The N.C. Court of Appeals has affirmed a decision allowing a fired state trooper to get his job back. Judges agreed that the State Highway Patrol lacked "just cause" to fire Trooper Joe Locklear.
 
Are you still using “day care” or “daycare” in news articles and headlines about early childhood education or child care? If so, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services asks journalists to update their language
Are you still using “day care” or “daycare” in news articles and headlines about early childhood education or child care? If so, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services asks journalists to update their language
 
"if Wrightsville Beach experiences one more major storm the devastation to property could be catastrophic, costing taxpayers as well as the National Flood Insurance Program significantly more.” said Congressman David Rouzer, R-NC
"if Wrightsville Beach experiences one more major storm the devastation to property could be catastrophic, costing taxpayers as well as the National Flood Insurance Program significantly more.” said Congressman David Rouzer, R-NC
 
Two students seeking refunds from the University of North Carolina System's flagship schools for fees paid during campus shutdowns restated their arguments Monday for the state's highest court.
Two students seeking refunds from the University of North Carolina System's flagship schools for fees paid during campus shutdowns restated their arguments Monday for the state's highest court.
 
The North Carolina Senate is considering a bill that would make it easier for military and foreign doctors to practice in this state.
The North Carolina Senate is considering a bill that would make it easier for military and foreign doctors to practice in this state.
 
SBE requested $13.6 million to replace aging election infrastructure
 
Attorneys with both the ACLU and Institute for Justice have filed briefs supporting Ace Speedway in its legal fight with North Carolina's top health official.
Attorneys with both the ACLU and Institute for Justice have filed briefs supporting Ace Speedway in its legal fight with North Carolina's top health official.
 
Last week, Beer Serves America reported that the beer industry contributes 75,082 jobs and brings in about $1.8 billion in taxes to the state of North Carolina.
Last week, Beer Serves America reported that the beer industry contributes 75,082 jobs and brings in about $1.8 billion in taxes to the state of North Carolina.
 
Budget watch continues at the General Assembly with the end of the fiscal year only two weeks away.
Budget watch continues at the General Assembly with the end of the fiscal year only two weeks away.
 
On Wednesday, the North Carolina House passed a bill that would transfer some appointment powers from the governor to other members of the executive branch and the General Assembly.
On Wednesday, the North Carolina House passed a bill that would transfer some appointment powers from the governor to other members of the executive branch and the General Assembly.
 
A felon convicted in North Carolina for scamming the federal government out of $143,000 in COVID-19 relief will get a new prison sentence.
A felon convicted in North Carolina for scamming the federal government out of $143,000 in COVID-19 relief will get a new prison sentence.
 
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper vetoed a bipartisan bill that would protect women’s sports on Wednesday.
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper vetoed a bipartisan bill that would protect women’s sports on Wednesday.
 
Two Polls Ask Parents and School Board Members Their Opinions on the Direction of Schools, Their Governance, How They Address Controversial Issues, and More
Two Polls Ask Parents and School Board Members Their Opinions on the Direction of Schools, Their Governance, How They Address Controversial Issues, and More
 
Access to nutritious food is foundational for overall health and well-being.
Access to nutritious food is foundational for overall health and well-being.
 
The factors that go into grading public schools in North Carolina would change under a set of recommendations proposed by an advisory panel in the Department of Public Instruction.
The factors that go into grading public schools in North Carolina would change under a set of recommendations proposed by an advisory panel in the Department of Public Instruction.
 
Colleges should be educators first, not landlords.
 
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