Lowe’s reports higher Q2 earnings and updates full-year outlook after ADG acquisition

Lowe’s reports higher Q2 earnings and updates full-year outlook after ADG acquisition

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. reported its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025, posting net earnings of $2.4 billion and diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $4.27.

Which former North Wake News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Aug. 23?

Which former North Wake News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Aug. 23?

These former North Wake News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Aug. 23.

Josh Stein, Governor of North Carolina State

Governor Stein creates task force focused on gang prevention and continues office for violence reduction

Governor Josh Stein has signed Executive Order 21, establishing the Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force within the Governor’s Crime Commission and continuing the Office of Violence Prevention.

Swimming advisories lifted after improved water quality at two Dare County sites

Swimming advisories lifted after improved water quality at two Dare County sites

State officials have lifted swimming advisories at two locations in Dare County after water testing showed bacteria levels had dropped below state and federal standards.

Governor Stein declares state of emergency as Hurricane Erin nears North Carolina

Governor Stein declares state of emergency as Hurricane Erin nears North Carolina

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has declared a state of emergency as Hurricane Erin approaches the state, prompting preparations and mobilization of resources along the coast.

State opens pet-friendly shelter in Warrenton for Hurricane Erin evacuees

State opens pet-friendly shelter in Warrenton for Hurricane Erin evacuees

North Carolina Emergency Management, in partnership with Warren County Emergency Management, has opened a State Operated Shelter in Warrenton to assist residents evacuating due to Hurricane Erin.

Steve Troxler, Commissioner

State eases rules for farmers ahead of Hurricane Erin

North Carolina Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler issued a statement following Governor Josh Stein’s Executive Order No. 20, which waives certain motor vehicle regulations for agricultural operations in anticipation of Hurricane Erin.

Governor Stein declares state of emergency ahead of Hurricane Erin

Governor Stein declares state of emergency ahead of Hurricane Erin

Governor Josh Stein has declared a State of Emergency in North Carolina as Hurricane Erin approaches the coast.

Duke Energy selects six Florida sites for business readiness program

Duke Energy selects six Florida sites for business readiness program

Duke Energy has selected six properties in Florida for its 2025 Site Readiness Program, an initiative aimed at preparing business and industrial sites for economic development.

Lenovo appoints new leadership team and confirms Riyadh headquarters

Lenovo appoints new leadership team and confirms Riyadh headquarters

Lenovo has announced the appointment of a new executive leadership team for Saudi Arabia and confirmed plans to establish its Regional Headquarters (RHQ) in Riyadh.

Buxton Woods Reserve closes temporarily due to Hurricane Erin safety concerns

Buxton Woods Reserve closes temporarily due to Hurricane Erin safety concerns

The Buxton Woods Reserve, part of the North Carolina Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve, will be closed to visitors starting August 19 at 8 a.m. The closure is due to the risks posed by Hurricane Erin, including potential…

Bank of America to host Investor Day in Boston on November 5, 2025

Bank of America to host Investor Day in Boston on November 5, 2025

Bank of America has announced it will hold an Investor Day on November 5, 2025, in Boston.

North Carolina prepares for Hurricane Erin as evacuations ordered on Outer Banks

North Carolina prepares for Hurricane Erin as evacuations ordered on Outer Banks

State emergency management officials in North Carolina are preparing for the possible impacts of Hurricane Erin, which is forecast to affect the Outer Banks as early as Tuesday.

Duke Energy seeks federal approval to extend Bad Creek hydro station operations by 50 years

Duke Energy seeks federal approval to extend Bad Creek hydro station operations by 50 years

Duke Energy has submitted a final license application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) seeking approval to extend operations at its Bad Creek Pumped Storage Hydroelectric Station in Oconee County, South Carolina, for another 50…

N.C. State Fair honors military with free entry on Military Appreciation Day

N.C. State Fair honors military with free entry on Military Appreciation Day

The N.C. State Fair will mark the 20th anniversary of Military Appreciation Day on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, with support from Duke Energy.

Swimming advisory issued for Jockey’s Ridge Sound-side Access due to high bacteria levels

Swimming advisory issued for Jockey’s Ridge Sound-side Access due to high bacteria levels

State officials have issued a swimming advisory for the sound-side area at Jockey’s Ridge Sound-side Access in Nags Head, Dare County.

Swimming advisory issued for Colington Harbour site due to high bacteria levels

Swimming advisory issued for Colington Harbour site due to high bacteria levels

State officials have issued a swimming advisory for a sound-side area in Dare County after water samples showed bacteria levels above state and federal standards.

Juvenile escapee from Charlotte recaptured by police

Juvenile escapee from Charlotte recaptured by police

State and local law enforcement authorities have apprehended a juvenile who escaped from the Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention custody during a medical appointment in Charlotte on June 25.

Marine Fisheries Commission sets August dates for quarterly meeting in Raleigh

Marine Fisheries Commission sets August dates for quarterly meeting in Raleigh

The North Carolina Marine Fisheries Commission will hold its quarterly business meeting on August 20 and 21 at the Hilton Raleigh North Hills, located at 3415 Wake Forest Road in Raleigh.

Toyota reports higher quarterly sales but lower profits for April-June period

Toyota reports higher quarterly sales but lower profits for April-June period

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) has released its financial results for the first quarter ending June 30, 2025.

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