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Voad organizations invited to apply for disaster recovery grants in North Carolina

North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) has announced it is now accepting applications for the 2025 VOAD Disaster Recovery Grant Program.

By North Wake News | Apr 15, 2025

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North Carolina DEQ funds projects to mitigate flood risks in Greenville, Fayetteville, and Sanford

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), in collaboration with North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM), is advancing efforts to mitigate flood risks across several communities.

By North Wake News | Apr 15, 2025

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Governor Stein allocates $41M to expand broadband in North Carolina

By North Wake News | Apr 15, 2025

Governor Josh Stein has revealed a new initiative aimed at expanding internet access across North Carolina, awarding over $41 million to 17 counties through the Completing Access to Broadband (CAB) program.

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FEMA evaluators to present Harris Nuclear Plant exercise outcomes in public meeting

By North Wake News | Apr 15, 2025

State and local emergency officials will participate in an exercise to test emergency response plans for the Harris Nuclear Plant in Wake County, NC, on April 29, 2025.

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Duke Energy honors lineworkers' contributions on National Lineworker Appreciation Day

By North Wake News | Apr 15, 2025

Duke Energy is preparing to honor the contributions of their lineworkers on National Lineworker Appreciation Day, observed annually on April 18.

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FEMA evaluators to present Harris Nuclear Plant exercise results on May 1, 2025

By North Wake News | Apr 15, 2025

State and local emergency officials, along with representatives from Duke Energy, will participate in an emergency response exercise at the Harris Nuclear Plant in Wake County, North Carolina, on April 29, 2025.

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North Carolina Highway Patrol invites public feedback for CALEA accreditation

By North Wake News | Apr 15, 2025

The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is inviting public feedback as part of its accreditation process conducted by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA).

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Bank of America shares Q1 2025 financial results and investor call details

By North Wake News | Apr 15, 2025

Bank of America announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2025.

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Coastal Reserve announces Spring meetings for local advisory committees

By North Wake News | Apr 15, 2025

The Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve of North Carolina will convene its Spring local advisory committee meetings on April 22 and 23.

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Governor Stein hits 100-day milestone with focus on bipartisan recovery and job growth

By North Wake News | Apr 14, 2025

Governor Josh Stein marked his first 100 days in office with a focus on bipartisan collaboration and rebuilding Western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene.

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Duke Energy lineworkers advance to International Lineman’s Rodeo after Midwest victory

By North Wake News | Apr 14, 2025

Twelve lineworkers from Duke Energy in Indiana have secured their place in the upcoming International Lineman’s Rodeo in Bonner Springs, Kansas, by excelling in the Midwest Lineman’s Rodeo held in Plainfield.

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North Carolina DEQ invites public input on weatherization program plan

By North Wake News | Apr 14, 2025

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) State Energy Office has scheduled a public hearing on April 17, 2025, to review the Weatherization Assistance Program's Annual State Plan.

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State Water Infrastructure Authority meeting set for April 16 and 17

By North Wake News | Apr 14, 2025

The State Water Infrastructure Authority is scheduled to hold meetings on April 16 and 17.

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North Carolina oil and gas commission rules committee to meet on April 16, 2025

By North Wake News | Apr 14, 2025

The North Carolina Oil and Gas Commission Rules Committee is set to convene on April 16, 2025.

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Wow Bao selects North Carolina for new manufacturing facility, creating 88 jobs

By North Wake News | Apr 14, 2025

Today, it was announced by Governor Josh Stein that Wow Bao, an Asian street food company, will establish a manufacturing facility in Forest City, Rutherford County.

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Governor's student safety council holds its inaugural meeting on April 14

By North Wake News | Apr 11, 2025

An invitation has been extended to media outlets to attend the inaugural meeting of the Governor’s Advisory Council on Student Safety and Well-Being.

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Governor Stein responds to FEMA's denial of North Carolina aid extension request

By North Wake News | Apr 11, 2025

Today, Governor Josh Stein expressed his disappointment following the announcement by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) denying North Carolina's request to extend the 100 percent reimbursement period for disaster recovery by an...

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Governor Stein focuses on recovery and housing in western North Carolina

By North Wake News | Apr 11, 2025

Governor Josh Stein marked his 100th day in office with a visit to western North Carolina, where he shared updates on recovery initiatives with the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners and participated in a groundbreaking ceremony...

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Governor's Advisory Council to hold first meeting on student safety and well-being

By North Wake News | Apr 11, 2025

Members of the media have been invited to attend the inaugural meeting of the Governor's Advisory Council for Student Safety and Well-Being on Monday, April 14, at the Juvenile Justice Headquarters in Raleigh.

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Duke Energy provides $500,000 in grants for North Carolina hurricane recovery

By North Wake News | Apr 10, 2025

Duke Energy has allocated $500,000 in grants to assist recovery efforts in western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene.