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Radioactive device stolen in Kernersville prompts safety alert by NCDHHS

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 28, 2025

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has reported the theft of an Industrial Radiography Camera containing radioactive material in Kernersville, North Carolina.

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North Carolina begins its annual ozone season with renewed air quality forecasting

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 28, 2025

March 1 marks the start of the 2025 ozone season, with state and local environmental agencies in North Carolina resuming their daily air quality forecasts for ozone.

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East Carolina University's Dr. Angela Lamson wins prestigious public service award

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 27, 2025

Dr. Angela Lamson from East Carolina University has been named the recipient of the 2024 Governor James E. Holshouser, Jr.

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Marine fisheries seek public input on southern flounder management plan

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 27, 2025

The Division of Marine Fisheries, part of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ), is inviting public input for Amendment 5 to the North Carolina Southern Flounder Fishery Management Plan (FMP).

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Secretary Dev Sangvai assesses Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in Western North Carolina

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 27, 2025

North Carolina Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai visited western North Carolina this week to engage with health care and social services partners.

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Dr. Heather Hulburt Norris appointed chancellor at Appalachian State University

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 27, 2025

Dr. Heather Hulburt Norris has been elected as the new chancellor of Appalachian State University, as announced by the UNC Board of Governors.

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Duke Energy allocates $500k for North Carolina storm preparedness grants

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 27, 2025

Duke Energy Foundation has announced a new financial commitment to enhance storm preparedness in North Carolina.

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Lowe’s Foundation awards $9 million in grants to boost skilled trades education

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 27, 2025

The Lowe's Foundation has announced nearly $9 million in Gable Grants to support 15 nonprofits across the United States, aiming to bolster the skilled trades workforce.

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N.C. Forest Service opens application period for forest development program

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 26, 2025

Landowners in North Carolina interested in the Forest Development Program (FDP) can now apply for cost share reimbursement funding.

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UNC System streamlines credit transfers for faster university admission

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 25, 2025

The University of North Carolina System has introduced new regulations to simplify the transfer process for undergraduate students.

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N.C. Forest Service plans prescribed burn on Big Island

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 25, 2025

The N.C. Forest Service is set to conduct a prescribed burn on Big Island in McDowell County, weather permitting, on Wednesday, February 26.

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Bank Of America's Digital Interactions Reach Record High With Increased Client Engagement

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 24, 2025

Digital interactions by Bank of America clients have increased by 12% over the past year, reaching a record 26 billion interactions.

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NCDEQ approves wastewater discharge permit for Vanceboro Quarry

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 24, 2025

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Division of Water Resources has granted the renewal of a permit for Martin Marietta Materials Inc.'s Vanceboro Quarry.

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Apple commits $500 billion investment in US over four years

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 24, 2025

Apple has announced a significant investment plan, committing over $500 billion in the United States over the next four years.

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Lenovo introduces ThinkSystem V4 servers with Intel Xeon 6 processors

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 24, 2025

Lenovo has unveiled its latest infrastructure solutions designed to modernize data centers, powered by Intel Xeon 6 processors.

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State coastal commission meets in New Bern this week

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 24, 2025

The North Carolina Coastal Resources Commission (CRC) is set to convene on February 26 and 27 at the DoubleTree New Bern Riverfront, located at 100 Middle Street in New Bern.

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Amazon announced bilingual operations manager position in Garner

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 24, 2025

Amazon has announced the opening of a bilingual (English/Spanish) operations manager position in Garner, North Carolina.

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Apple unveils News+ Food for enhanced culinary experience

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 21, 2025

Apple is set to enhance its News+ service with the introduction of Apple News+ Food, available to subscribers starting in April with the release of iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4.

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North Carolina allocates over $265M for statewide water infrastructure projects

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 21, 2025

Governor Josh Stein has announced that over $265 million will be allocated to drinking water and wastewater infrastructure projects across North Carolina.

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Governor Stein announces grants to boost job creation in rural North Carolina

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 21, 2025

Governor Josh Stein announced the approval of 13 grants by the Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) to support local governments with a total funding of $9,627,500.