Western NC Adult Dies from Flu Complications as Health Officials Urge Vaccinations RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced Wednesday the first flu-related death of the 2025-2026 flu season, marking an early and sobering reminder of the virus’s potentially fatal consequences. An adult in the western part of the…… read more »
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North Carolina Reports First Flu Death of 2025-2026 Season
North Carolina Seeks Public Comment on $76 Million Social Services Block Grant Plan
State Agency Invites Feedback on Federal Funding Distribution for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is requesting public input on its proposed Social Services Block Grant Plan, which details the allocation of $76 million in federal funding for the upcoming state fiscal year. Funding Priorities The…… read more »
Bipartisan Congressional Bill Seeks to Clarify Joint Employer Rules for Franchise Businesses
Legislation aims to end decade of regulatory uncertainty affecting 831,000 franchise small businesses nationwide WASHINGTON, D.C. — Two members of Congress from opposite sides of the aisle have joined forces to introduce legislation designed to bring stability to the franchise industry after years of regulatory uncertainty surrounding joint employer rules. Congressman Don Davis (D-NC-01) and…… read more »
Johnston County Bridge Project Forces Multi-Month Road Closure
NORTH CAROLINA — A major bridge replacement project will close a section of Wendell Road in northern Johnston County for several months, beginning Monday, September 8. The North Carolina Department of Transportation has announced that the Wendell Road bridge spanning Buffalo Creek, located north of Archer Lodge, will be completely closed to traffic while contractors…… read more »
Edgecombe County Educators to Rally for Democratic Representation in School District
Union Demands Voice in Policy-Making as School Board Meeting Approaches Monday TARBORO, N.C. — Educators in Edgecombe County will gather this evening to demand greater democratic participation in district decision-making, as tensions mount between the local teachers’ union and school administration over representation policies. The Edgecombe County Association of Educators (ECAE) has organized a rally…… read more »
Comedian Jon Reep Arrested on Child Sexual Exploitation Charges in Hickory
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Comedian Jonathan David Reep, known professionally as Jon Reep, who was announced to be performing tonight at the Paramount Theatre located Downtown, has been arrested on multiple felony charges related to the sexual exploitation of minors, according to the Hickory Police Department. The 53-year-old Hickory native was taken into custody Friday and…… read more »
Federal Agency Directs North Carolina to Remove Gender Identity Content from Sex Education Program
Trump Administration Issues 60-Day Compliance Deadline NORTH CAROLINA — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families (ACF) has ordered the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services to eliminate all references to gender identity from federally-funded sex education materials within 60 days, according to an announcement from the…… read more »
North Carolina Airports Receive $68 Million in Federal Grants for Safety and Expansion Projects
RALEIGH NC — Two of North Carolina’s major airports will receive significant federal funding to enhance safety measures and expand capacity, Senator Thom Tillis announced this week. Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) will collectively receive $68 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Airport Improvement Program.…… read more »
North Carolina Completes First Home Repair Under Hurricane Helene Recovery Program
RALEIGH, NC – North Carolina has achieved a significant milestone in Hurricane Helene recovery efforts, completing repairs to the first home approved for assistance through the Renew NC Single-Family Housing Program (SFHP). The completion marks North Carolina as the first state affected by Hurricane Helene to begin its home renovation and reconstruction program. Historic Recovery…… read more »
Update: State Audit Reveals Financial Misconduct in Mount Olive Municipal Operations
Investigation Uncovers Systematic Abuse in Water Department and Airport Operations MOUNT OLIVE. NC — The North Carolina State Auditor’s Office has released findings from an investigation into the Town of Mount Olive, revealing significant financial irregularities and employee misconduct that cost the municipality over $210,000 in lost revenue. The investigation, launched following allegations received through…… read more »
