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Celebrate 'locals' summer' by checking out these 15 popular spots now

Celebrate 'locals' summer' by checking out these 15 popular spots now

Now, it's 'Locals' Summer,' the time when residents venture out to the beaches and do the fun things tourists have enjoyed all summer.
Wilmington Star-NewsWilmington Star-News
Brunswick is getting bigger with these 18 projects under construction

Brunswick is getting bigger with these 18 projects under construction

From new shopping centers to master-planned communities, here are 18 active projects to look out for in Brunswick County.
Wilmington Star-NewsWilmington Star-News
Why retirees are choosing Wilmington over Florida

Why retirees are choosing Wilmington over Florida

Retirees are leaving Florida for Wilmington, FinanceBuzz says. The data shows just how quickly it's changing the city's demographics.
Arizona RepublicArizona Republic
'Please let her go to Jamaica': Why Kari Lake's confirmation stalled

'Please let her go to Jamaica': Why Kari Lake's confirmation stalled

Sen. Thom Tillis, R-North Carolina, is blocking Kari Lake of Arizona from becoming U.S. ambassador to Jamaica. Here's what to know.
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30 of the best restaurants and bars in the Wilmington area

30 of the best restaurants and bars in the Wilmington area

These 30 restaurants and bars belong on your must-try list, whether you're craving seafood, tacos, brunch, burgers or cocktails.
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Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization Approves I-77 Toll Lane Project After Reversing Previous Vote

Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization Approves I-77 Toll Lane Project After Reversing Previous Vote

The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) has approved the I-77 toll lane project with a vote of 64-5. This decision reverses a previous vote from May that had halted the project. The approval came after the city of Charlotte also reversed its stance and decided to support the project. The state of North Carolina had threatened significant fines if the project was not reinstated, and the N.C. Department of Transportation offered financial assistance to improve neighborhoods near uptown affected by the widening. The project involves adding two toll lanes in each direction along an 11-mile stretch of I-77, extending from uptown Charlotte to the South Carolina border. Following the vote, Davidson Mayor Rusty Knox and Matthews Mayor John Higdon announced their resignations from the panel, citing frustration with what they described as heavy-handedness from Raleigh and capitulation to powerful business interests.
Wilmington Star-NewsWilmington Star-News
Wilmington lands state funds to rebuild park bridge

Wilmington lands state funds to rebuild park bridge

Wilmington recently received a boost from the state to rebuild a popular bridge at a city park.
Asheville Citizen-TimesAsheville Citizen-Times
Records show recovery czar Whatley’s scant Helene engagement

Records show recovery czar Whatley’s scant Helene engagement

Searches of communications found little evidence that Trump’s recovery czar ever engaged with officials on rebuilding Western North Carolina.
Asheville Citizen-TimesAsheville Citizen-Times
Ballot limits on income, property taxes could be costly, analyst warns

Ballot limits on income, property taxes could be costly, analyst warns

Two NC constitutional amendments on the November ballot could limit local revenue and shift costs to families, according to opponents.
The Knoxville News-SentinelThe Knoxville News-Sentinel
What East Tennessee has lost, learned and rebuilt two years since Helene | Exclusive

What East Tennessee has lost, learned and rebuilt two years since Helene | Exclusive

Here's a look at how East Tennessee communities are still recovering and what was learned in the aftermath of flooding caused by Hurricane Helene.
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Congressman Tim Moore Secures Over $378,000 in Federal Funding for Belmont Fire Department

Congressman Tim Moore Secures Over $378,000 in Federal Funding for Belmont Fire Department

Congressman Tim Moore (NC-14) has announced that the City of Belmont, North Carolina, has been awarded $378,240.04 through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)'s Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program. This funding is specifically designated for the Belmont Fire Department. According to Congressman Moore, the grant will enable the department to hire three additional firefighters, which is crucial given the significant increase in call volume the department has experienced. Deputy Fire Chief Alex Hardee of the Belmont Fire Department expressed gratitude for Congressman Moore's support, stating that these three operational positions are paramount to Belmont's public safety initiatives. The department has seen a roughly 70% increase in call volume over the past three years, while operating with limited staffing. Congressman Moore had previously sent a letter of support to FEMA recommending the City of Belmont for the SAFER Grant.
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Congressman Tim Moore Discusses Enhanced Landslide Safety Legislation Following Hurricane Helene Aftermath

Congressman Tim Moore Discusses Enhanced Landslide Safety Legislation Following Hurricane Helene Aftermath

U.S. Rep. Tim Moore, R-N.C., has engaged in discussions regarding legislation aimed at reauthorizing and enhancing the National Landslide Preparedness Act. This comes nearly two years after Hurricane Helene caused devastating landslides in North Carolina, resulting in 107 fatalities. Bernice Hensley, whose daughter Melissa Guinn died in a landslide during Helene, is advocating for stronger safety measures, emphasizing the need for public awareness about dangerous living areas. Congressman Moore stated that the proposed bill would focus on mapping landslide-prone areas and making this information publicly accessible in a database. This would allow potential property buyers to be aware of risks and could lead to restrictions on building permits in highly dangerous zones. The bill has already passed the Senate and is expected to be taken up by Congress in November. Meanwhile, in Avery County, one of the hardest-hit areas, 97% of damaged roads have been repaired through a multi-million-dollar recovery effort b...