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George Floyd Memorial Foundation presents $25,000 scholarship to Fayetteville State University
Bridgett Floyd said she intends to be her brother’s voice and to continue his legacy. → Read More
SBI joins local police to investigate Pembroke police officer’s possible misconduct
SBI and Pembroke Police investigators are looking into a video that shows an officer shoving people on a bench at a store. → Read More
Wilson farmer in prison for smuggling tobacco into Canada; DOJ says the operation cost Canada more than $600 million in taxes
The U.S. Department of Justice said 55-year-old Phil Howard conspired to commit money laundering and filed a false tax return. → Read More
U.S. Veterans Magazine names Elizabeth City State University a Top Veteran-Friendly School
The magazine cited the Elizabeth City school’s programs to help service members and their families get a degree regardless of where they're stationed. → Read More
Civil Rights leaders announce next steps in demand for justice for Andrew Brown Jr. in Elizabeth City
Civil Rights leaders, seeking justice for Andrew Brown Jr., plan to take a delegation to Washington to deliver a letter to the U.S. DOJ. → Read More
Onslow County shelter does makes amazing transformation; becomes police K9 officer
Animal shelter workers say, the dog was a trembling mess when they met her at the shelter, and you couldn’t even get her to come to people. → Read More
Protests continue in Elizabeth City four weeks after the killing of Andrew Brown Jr.
Just one day after an economic boycott began called “Spendless Wednesday” in Pasquotank County, Elizabeth City Police say protesters marched again Thursday night. → Read More
Jacksonville’s Splash Pad opens for the summer
The two Splash Pad parks are at Jack Amyette Park on South Drive and Northeast Creek Park on Corbin Street. → Read More
Golf tournament raises more than $35,000 for Riley’s Army, children fighting cancer
Delcor of Greenville presented Riley’s Army with a check for $35,705 on Thursday. → Read More
Governor unveils plans to spend targeted COVID federal funds
Cooper unveiled his ideas to spend the latest aid from Washington. → Read More
Duke Energy making improvements in five-county region just ahead of the Atlantic hurricane season
Spokesperson Jeff Brooks says the improvements have been in the works for some time, and it’s all part of the company’s multi-year plan. → Read More
Although improving, some gas stations in state are still without gas
At last report, more than 10-thousand stations across the region are waiting on fuel. → Read More
Food distribution company adding 40 new jobs in Duplin County
Governor Cooper is applauding the company’s plans to invest $500,000 to expand and upgrade the current distribution center in Wallace. → Read More
Fewer gas stations running on empty
Tuesday morning, GasBuddy reported that the number of stations without gas dropped to 47%. → Read More
Governor Cooper discusses when and how state workers return to the office
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper says his administration is acting prudently before recommending when and how state employees should return to their offices. → Read More
Young drivers get a break; may get license in less time due to COVID
The Senate agreed Monday to House changes that would cut the amount of time drivers must hold a learner’s permit before seeking a license. → Read More
Hunter S. Taylor receives Chowan University Faculty Excellence in Teaching Award
The Excellence in Teaching Award is an especially noteworthy honor as it is bestowed on a faculty member chosen by his or her university colleagues. → Read More
Gas panic buying slows down in ENC
As of noon on Monday, 55% of all gas stations in NC were empty. That’s down from 57% at 7 am and down 65% from Sunday. → Read More
State leaders respond to private investment firm interest in taking over Duke Energy
Duke energy reported, “Today’s announcement by Elliott is the latest in a series of proposals that the hedge fund has offered to Duke Energy since July 2020. → Read More
Atlantic Beach Sunday at the Park this weekend celebrates opening of Town Park
To celebrate the Atlantic Beach, NC Town Park opening for the Summer, town leaders have created several free activities to start the summer off. → Read More