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North Carolina GOP elections board members resign, allege 'bullying,' 'deceitful tactics'

By Elle Johnson | 4 years ago

Two Republican state Board of Elections members resigned in September over what they claimed was "bullying and deceitful tactics" from other board members staffers, governor and the state attorney general — all Democrats.

Kidwell: North Carolina governor doesn't support education

By Elle Johnson | Sep 2, 2020

A Republican lawmaker suggested that Gov. Roy Cooper's vetos of specific bills mean he does not support education.

Financial assistance available for heating, cooling needs North Carolina residents in need

By Elle Johnson | Aug 22, 2020

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services' (NCDHHS) Crisis Intervention Program is providing funding to households needing help paying their heating or cooling bills during the hot months.

Boatbuilder company expands to Greenville, creating dozens of new jobs

By Elle Johnson | Aug 15, 2020

Sixty new job opportunities are coming to Greenville as an Eastern Carolina boatbuilder company is expanding its business to the area.

North Carolina Legislature wraps up, bills waiting on Cooper's signature

By Elle Johnson | Aug 15, 2020

The North Carolina Legislature wrapped up the short session in July without officially adjourning as it waits for Gov. Roy Cooper to sign off on some legislation.

'Non-essential' businesses file lawsuit against Gov. Cooper's orders

By Elle Johnson | Jun 2, 2020

A group of North Carolina business owners upset that Gov. Roy Cooper's executive order is keeping them shut down filed a lawsuit claiming the mandate denies their state constitutional rights.

Unemployment from COVID-19 leads to increased deaths, HEALNC says

By Elle Johnson | May 27, 2020

North Carolina state Rep. Keith Kidwell (R-Chocowinity) said on Facebook that if the analysis he received in a letter from HEALNC advocating to reopen the economy to save lives is true, then "it's time to get back to work."

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Transportation department facing furloughs after budget shortfall, claims of mismanagement

By Elle Johnson | 5 years ago

The North Carolina Department of Transportation will furlough employees to help manage a budget shortfall while the state auditor's report said the agency overspent its funding by almost $750 million.

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North Carolina Senate Republicans say church capacity rules show bias

By Elle Johnson | 5 years ago

North Carolina Senate Republicans alleged there is an unfair bias in Gov. Roy Cooper's executive order restricting the size of worship services.

Inner Banks STEM Center starts online drone program for schools

By Elle Johnson | May 6, 2020

The Inner Banks STEM Center in Beaufort County is working with PS Jones Middle School, John Small Elementary and Snowden Elementary to create a drone program for students as a way to keep them engaged during the COVID-19 pandemic.

FEMA approves alternative housing in North Carolina for individuals needing to quarantine

By Elle Johnson | Apr 16, 2020

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper said on April 8 that FEMA approved alternate housing for individuals at a high risk of catching the coronavirus or for those who need a place to safely quarantine.