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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.

Piedmont rail service back on tracks between Raleigh and Charlotte

By Elle Johnson | Aug 24, 2020

North Carolina’s Piedmont passenger rail service has resumed operations, with trains 73 and 76 operating between Raleigh and Charlotte, transportation officials said.

North Carolina sees increase in parents choosing where children are educated

By Elle Johnson | Aug 16, 2020

Schools and education options have changed over the last decade, providing parents a choice where their child receives academic instruction.

Multimillion dollar pipeline project for Atlantic Coast canceled

By Elle Johnson | Jul 16, 2020

West Virginia, Virginia and North Carolina will no longer be host to the multibillion-dollar project Atlantic Coast Pipeline plan after the energy companies leading the effort canceled the project. was canceled by energy companies, The Center Square reported.

North Carolina Auditor worries over new rules for Medicaid

By Elle Johnson | May 27, 2020

North Carolina State Auditor Beth Wood is worried about new rules Gov. Roy Cooper implemented to make applying for Medicaid easier during the pandemic.

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Transportation department facing furloughs after budget shortfall, claims of mismanagement

By Elle Johnson | 4 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 | 4 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.

Vance-Granville Community College offers BOGO deal for courses

By Elle Johnson | May 9, 2020

Vance-Granville Community College is offering a buy one, get one free for summer courses this year as a way to help students continue working toward their certificates and degrees during the pandemic.