Applicaton process begins for low-income household heating assistance
With temperatures dropping, low-income North Carolina residents can soon apply for assistance with heating bills.
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What happens when a student makes a threat at school?
Over the last few years, the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office has documented roughly 300 incidents of juveniles communicating threats of violence at school. While some cases are more serious than others, each can sow fear among students and families, and greatly disrupt the work of educators.
East Carolina University launches new research center to study gambling and its effects
The initiative will look at emerging trends as online sports betting becomes more prevalent across the country.
High Country Christmas tree growers say good trees are plentiful despite Helene
North Carolina ranks second in the nation in real tree production. It’s a key economic driver in the state’s mountain counties.
North Carolina's governor has vetoed a GOP bill that would weaken his successor and other Democrats
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City of Greensboro to demolish one of its downtown parking decks
The city is moving forward with plans to close the Bellemeade Street Parking Deck due to costs.
Piedmont nonprofits working to bring Thanksgiving cheer to people in need
Local churches, nonprofits and volunteers band together to offer Thanksgiving meals and fellowship to those less fortunate.
Lack of photo ID led to 1,670 ballots rejected in NC
In North Carolina’s first general election under the state’s photo ID requirement, 1,670 voters had their ballots rejected because they didn’t have a photo ID or properly
Appalachian State to add nursing doctorate in 2026
The need for nurse practitioners is expected to increase by 45% in the next ten years, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Some WS/FCS bus drivers are striking over safety concerns
About 36 Winston-Salem/Forsyth County school bus drivers didn’t show up for work Monday due in part to concerns about their safety. Officials believe absences will continue on Tuesday.