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A Category 4 Hurricane, Hilda Became One of 1964’s Most Powerful Storms

A Category 4 Hurricane, Hilda Became One of 1964’s Most Powerful Storms

Hurricane Hilda, a formidable tropical cyclone of the 1964 Atlantic hurricane season, left a trail of destruction across the United States Gulf Coa...
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Hotel Indigo Opens in Raleigh Following $36 Million Renovation of Downtown Landmark

Hotel Indigo Opens in Raleigh Following $36 Million Renovation of Downtown Landmark

Hotel Indigo Opens in Raleigh Following $36 Million Renovation of Downtown Landmark
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North Carolina Governor Josh Stein Celebrates Affordable Housing Project in Raleigh

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein Celebrates Affordable Housing Project in Raleigh

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein visited Southeast Raleigh to celebrate the completion of one of 25 new affordable rental homes, part of the 'Promise of Home' initiative by the nonprofit Southeast Raleigh Promise. The project aims to address the lack of affordable housing and the threat of gentrification in the area. Yvette Holmes, CEO of Southeast Raleigh Promise, stated that the three-bedroom house is the first of 25 homes to be completed by summer 2027. The homes are being built on nine city-owned lots, with the Raleigh City Council providing $3.3 million in gap financing. These properties are designed to integrate into existing neighborhoods, utilizing smaller parcels of land and, in some cases, adding accessory dwelling units to increase density.
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Fun 4 Raleigh Kids Offers Comprehensive Online Calendar for Family Events in Raleigh Area

Fun 4 Raleigh Kids Offers Comprehensive Online Calendar for Family Events in Raleigh Area

Fun 4 Raleigh Kids Offers Comprehensive Online Calendar for Family Events in Raleigh Area
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North Carolina Gov. Stein Promotes Affordable Housing Initiatives During Raleigh Complex Tour

North Carolina Gov. Stein Promotes Affordable Housing Initiatives During Raleigh Complex Tour

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein recently toured a new affordable housing complex in Southeast Raleigh, highlighting his administration's efforts to expand housing opportunities and affordability across the state. The complex, developed by Southeast Raleigh Promise, features 25 units designed to serve households at various income levels, with rents ranging from $580 to over $1,650 per month. Governor Stein emphasized that stable housing is crucial for economic opportunity and generational wealth. He pointed to recent legislative actions, including the removal of minimum parking space requirements and restrictions on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), as well as the creation of mixed-use zoning. These measures aim to increase housing density and variety. Additionally, Governor Stein signed an executive order in May to further boost housing supply and affordability statewide. He expressed hope that Raleigh's successful implementation of these changes would encourage broader state-level reforms.
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St. Paul Fire Department Responds to Blaze at NPI Tool and Dye on Prior Avenue

St. Paul Fire Department Responds to Blaze at NPI Tool and Dye on Prior Avenue

A fire erupted at NPI Tool and Dye located on Prior Avenue in St. Paul. Fire crews are actively engaged in combating the exterior blaze and are investigating potential internal spread within the building, particularly after windows failed. The incident, reported in an industrial and commercial zone on Prior Avenue, has garnered significant attention from residents in both St. Paul and neighboring Minneapolis. Visual evidence, including videos and social media posts from the vicinity, shows a substantial plume of dark and gray smoke emanating from the site, accompanied by the presence of multiple emergency vehicles. The St. Paul Fire Department's most recent official update, issued around 3:43 PM CDT on Sunday, confirmed that firefighters were addressing the exterior fire. As of the latest reports, the department has not disclosed the cause of the fire or provided specific details regarding the extent of the damage incurred.
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NC Senate veteran seeks ninth term

NC Senate veteran seeks ninth term

Republican Ralph Hise is seeking another term in a nine-county Western North Carolina district.
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Nashville Preschool Evacuated Due to Industrial Solvent in Sewer Line, Not Gas Leak

Nashville Preschool Evacuated Due to Industrial Solvent in Sewer Line, Not Gas Leak

A Nashville preschool was evacuated on Monday afternoon after an odor initially suspected to be a gas leak was detected. Firefighters responded to Green Hills Child Development off Belmont Boulevard shortly after 12:30 p.m. to investigate the report. However, the Nashville Fire Department later confirmed that a gas company technician determined the odor was not natural gas. Instead, the source was identified as an industrial solvent present in a Metro Water sewer line. Out of an abundance of caution, the childcare center was evacuated, and one adult was assessed on the scene, though no medical transports were necessary. The odor was also detected at a nearby home, but no hazardous levels were found.
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G/Fore Appoints Scott Ruerup as CEO, Plans Expansion into Lifestyle Footwear and Womenswear

G/Fore Appoints Scott Ruerup as CEO, Plans Expansion into Lifestyle Footwear and Womenswear

G/Fore Appoints Scott Ruerup as CEO, Plans Expansion into Lifestyle Footwear and Womenswear
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Czech Republic Firefighters Participate in Exchange Program Training in Owensboro, Kentucky

Czech Republic Firefighters Participate in Exchange Program Training in Owensboro, Kentucky

A delegation of a dozen firefighters from Olomouc, Czech Republic, Owensboro's sister city, is currently in Owensboro, Kentucky, for a week-long training program. This visit is part of an ongoing firefighter exchange program established in 2024. Owensboro crews previously trained in Olomouc two years prior, and a planning delegation from Olomouc visited last year to prepare for this return trip. The primary objective of the exchange is to facilitate the sharing of knowledge and compare fire protection systems between the two countries. Lenka Gräsleová, head of crisis management and civil protection for Olomouc, highlighted differences such as Czech crews using less water and a single-rope system for rescues, compared to Owensboro's two-rope system, and not pairing firefighters with police on active shooter calls, unlike in the U.S.
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Naperville Townhome Declared Uninhabitable After Car Collision and Fire

Naperville Townhome Declared Uninhabitable After Car Collision and Fire

A townhome in Naperville, Illinois, located on the 3000 block of Crystal Rock Road, has been declared uninhabitable by the Naperville Fire Department following a severe incident on Tuesday. The property was struck by a car, which subsequently led to a fire. Emergency crews responded to the scene around 12:45 p.m. after reports indicated the vehicle was smoking and the townhome was ablaze. Upon arrival, firefighters observed smoke and active flames at the rear of the building. All occupants of both the residence and the vehicle had safely evacuated prior to the fire department's arrival. The fire was extinguished within approximately half an hour, with crews remaining on site to manage smoldering embers and prevent further hazards. The incident resulted in an estimated $500,000 in damages, though no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
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Who are Wilmington's highest-paid city employees? | Exclusive

Who are Wilmington's highest-paid city employees? | Exclusive

Want to know who earns the most as a city of Wilmington employee? Here are the top salaries.