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North Carolina sees 3 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry during 2024

By Old North News | Mar 24, 2025

In 2024, three H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry located in North Carolina.

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Marine fisheries commission implements new conservation-focused rule changes

By Old North News | Mar 24, 2025

Changes to 18 Marine Fisheries Commission rules took effect today.

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Polk County wildfires prompt evacuations as firefighters work toward containment

By Old North News | Mar 23, 2025

Firefighters are working to control three wildfires in Polk County, North Carolina.

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Statewide burn ban continues amid critical fire weather in North Carolina

By Old North News | Mar 22, 2025

The North Carolina Forest Service has reiterated the enforcement of a statewide ban on open burning due to critical fire weather conditions affecting most of the state.

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Governor Stein launches website for displaced federal workers

By Old North News | Mar 21, 2025

Governor Josh Stein has introduced a new website aimed at attracting skilled individuals to join the workforce of North Carolina.

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North Carolina DEQ updates progress on flood resiliency blueprint

By Old North News | Mar 21, 2025

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has released an update on its Flood Resiliency Blueprint, a project managed by the Division of Mitigation Services.

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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools acknowledges community support through donations and collaborations

By Old North News | Mar 21, 2025

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools recently highlighted community contributions supporting education through social media posts dated March 20-21, 2025.

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North Carolina announces $311 million aid for 2024 crop losses

By Old North News | Mar 21, 2025

Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler expressed gratitude towards the legislature and governor for approving a new agricultural disaster assistance program.

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Polk County wildfires lead to code red air quality warning

By Old North News | Mar 21, 2025

Smoke from wildfires in Polk County has resulted in unhealthy air quality levels, prompting residents to take necessary precautions.

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North Carolina DES launches online work search record-keeping for unemployment claims

By Old North News | Mar 21, 2025

The North Carolina Division of Employment Security (DES) is rolling out a new online system for recording work search activities.

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North Carolina imposes statewide burn ban amid increased wildfire risk

By Old North News | Mar 20, 2025

The North Carolina Forest Service has announced a statewide ban on open burning, effective from 8 a.m. on March 21, until further notice.

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WakeMed introduces new atrial fibrillation procedure with cutting-edge technology

By Old North News | Mar 19, 2025

WakeMed Heart & Vascular has become the first medical facility in North Carolina to employ Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) technology in treating Atrial Fibrillation (AFib).

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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools highlights student participation in competitions and educational trips

By Old North News | Mar 19, 2025

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools recently shared updates about student participation in various events through social media posts dated March 18-19, 2025.

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Governor Stein signs first bill into law aiding Hurricane Helene recovery

By Old North News | Mar 19, 2025

Today, Governor Josh Stein signed the Disaster Recovery Act of 2025 Part 1 into law.

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Individual income tax puts $3.9 billion into North Carolina's revenue in Q4, 2023

By Old North News | Mar 18, 2025

Individual income taxes in North Carolina reached $3.9 billion in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Federal jobs concentrated around military bases and facilities in North Carolina

By Old North News | Mar 18, 2025

Federal workers in North Carolina provide essential public services, including mail delivery, national park management, veterans’ healthcare, and Social Security administration.

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Dome manufacturer Yeadon announces new facility creating 72 jobs in Fayetteville

By Old North News | Mar 18, 2025

Today, Governor Josh Stein announced that Yeadon Fabric Domes, LLC will establish a manufacturing facility in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

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Legal community urges Jefferson Griffin to end lawsuit challenging NC Supreme Court election

By Old North News | Mar 18, 2025

A group of over 200 legal professionals from North Carolina, including former justices, judges, and attorneys, has called on Jefferson Griffin to end his lawsuit challenging the results of the 2024 election for a seat on the North Carolina Supreme...

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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry file 35 petitions in North Carolina throughout 2024

By Old North News | Mar 17, 2025

Employers classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry based in North Carolina submitted 35 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Deadline extended for disaster unemployment assistance applications in North Carolina

By Old North News | Mar 17, 2025

The deadline for applying for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) in North Carolina has been extended to April 7, 2025.