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WEBBalanced Nutrition Blames Politics for DHHS Crackdown. by Jeffrey Billman September 10, 2024. A nonprofit run by Mark Robinson’s wife has been told to repay $132,000 in federal funds. They say they’re victims of “political targeting.”. Flagstock Promised a ‘Rager.’. It Mostly Left Questions.
How to Get Help in N.C. After Hurricane Helene
WEB10 hours ago — That means federal funds and assistance to the region can move quickly, Cooper said. For residents affected by Hurricane Helene, residents should apply through FEMA. That can be done three ways: disasterassistance.gov. 1-800-621-3362 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. in your time zone, seven days a week.
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Another History-Making SECU Election
WEB11 hours ago — Since last year’s victory by the challengers, the campaign to restore SECU to the old ways hasn’t let up. Four more candidates, running together with the slogan SECU For All, secured spots on this year’s ballot by gathering hundreds of signatures.If they beat the four incumbents whose terms are up this year, the critics of risk-based lending will have a board majority.
NC's Legislature Comes Back This Week. Here's What to Watch.
WEBApr 22, 2024 — Private school vouchers, raises for state employees, and immigration-related legislation could all be on the to-do list in the short session. by Assembly Staff April 22, 2024. Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The North Carolina state legislature comes back to Raleigh this week to make adjustments to the budget and tackle bills ...
N.C. Courts News and In-Depth Reporting
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The Docket: Eyes On the Court of Appeals
WEB6 days ago — Democrats are also fighting to reverse the trend in the North Carolina Court of Appeals races, where three of 15 seats are up for election this fall. Republicans currently hold an 11-4 majority on the state’s intermediate appellate court, where most appeals from local court cases are heard. Two incumbents, one Democrat and one Republican, are ...
Bets Are Off, Budget Is On - The Assembly NC
WEBSep 20, 2023 — The 611-page draft state budget that emerged Monday night—and that the General Assembly expects to vote on later this week—is probably most notable for its income tax cuts, expansion of school vouchers, attempts to further remove power from the governor, and the two-month delay over the not-happening casinos.. The text isn’t yet final, but there are scores of items crammed into the draft ...