NORTH CAROLINA —- The U.S. House of Representatives passed a Senate reconciliation bill on Thursday that could strip billions of dollars from North Carolina’s economy through major cuts to federal health and social support programs. The legislation includes substantial changes to Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP), which provide essential services to millions…… read more »
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Federal Reconciliation Bill Passes House, Threatens Billions in North Carolina Funding
UNC Health Wayne Ranks Among Nation’s Top 323 Hospitals for Life-Saving Heart Attack Care
GOLDSBORO, NC — UNC Health Wayne has been recognized as one of the nation’s top-performing hospitals for heart attack treatment, receiving the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2025. The Goldsboro hospital joins an elite group of just 323 hospitals nationwide to receive this prestigious honor,…… read more »
The Fallen Outdoors: Combating Veteran Suicide Through Outdoor Adventures
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Fallen Outdoors (TFO), a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, continues its mission to support Veterans, active-duty service members, and Gold Star families through therapeutic outdoor adventures. With operations spanning 43 states, the organization has grown from a simple idea conceived on an Afghan mountaintop to a nationwide movement serving tens of thousands…… read more »
North Carolina Education Leaders Back Governor Stein’s Veto of Charter School Oversight Bill
NORTH CAROLINA — North Carolina’s top education officials are voicing strong support for Governor Josh Stein’s veto of Senate Bill 254, citing constitutional concerns over provisions that would transfer charter school oversight responsibilities away from established state authorities. State Board of Education Chairman Eric Davis and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Maurice “Mo” Green issued…… read more »
State Legislative Leaders to Address Community at August Breakfast Forum
WANYE COUNTY, N.C. —- A Legislative Update Breakfast is scheduled for Thursday, August 21st, offering residents an opportunity to engage directly with state lawmakers on key issues affecting the region. The event will take place from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. at Walnut Creek Country Club. Distinguished Speakers to Address Attendees Three prominent state officials will…… read more »
Sen. Thom Tillis Announces Surprise Retirement, Reshaping 2026 Senate Race
WASHINGTON, D.C. — North Carolina Republican Senator Thom Tillis announced Monday that he will not seek re-election when his term expires in 2026, ending a political career that began in a trailer park and culminated with nearly a decade in the U.S. Senate. In a lengthy statement, Tillis said the decision came down to a…… read more »
Rep. Davis to Introduce Legislation Aimed at Strengthening Rural Hospitals
ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. — Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) will announce new federal legislation Monday designed to improve financial stability for rural emergency hospitals and support efforts to reopen Martin General Hospital in eastern North Carolina. The Rural Emergency Hospital Financial Stability Act would increase Medicaid reimbursement rates for rural emergency hospitals, bringing them in line…… read more »
Missing Goldsboro Woman and Two Children Found Safe After 18-Day Search
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A Goldsboro woman and her two young children who had been missing for more than two weeks have been found safe, according to the Goldsboro Police Department. Initial Missing Person Report Jasmine Wilson was reported missing on June 23, 2025, when officers with the Goldsboro Police Department received the report at approximately…… read more »
UPDATE: Goldsboro Police Seek Public’s Help Finding Missing Mother and Two Young Children
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Goldsboro police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 30-year-old woman and her two young children who were last seen more than two weeks ago. Jasmine Nicole Wilson was last seen at the Irish Inn on June 10 at approximately 9 a.m., according to the Goldsboro Police Department’s Investigative…… read more »
Fayetteville Woman Turns $3 Powerball Ticket Into $250,000 Windfall
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — In a thrilling turn of events, Katienne Shoemaker of Fayetteville has won a staggering $250,000 prize with a $3 Powerball ticket. The lucky ticket, purchased from the Food Lion on East Cumberland Street in Dunn, has changed Shoemaker’s life forever. As she matched the numbers on four white balls and the red…… read more »
