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Black Cove Complex wildfires in North Carolina update: containment efforts and weather impact

By Old North News | Mar 29, 2025

As of the latest update, 493 personnel are working on the Black Cove Complex wildfires in Polk and Henderson counties, with additional resources continuing to arrive.

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Wildfires in North Carolina’s Black Cove Complex show varied containment levels

By Old North News | Mar 29, 2025

Fire crews are actively managing the Black Cove Complex fires in Polk and Henderson counties in North Carolina, collaborating with personnel from within the state and others from 14 additional states.

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70 NC counties face moderate drought conditions

By Old North News | Mar 28, 2025

The North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council (DMAC) has expanded the moderate drought classification across 70 counties, as indicated in their latest advisory.

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NFIB supports legislation for more transparency in small business regulations

By Old North News | Mar 28, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in North Carolina announced its intent to key-vote Senate Bill 290, also known as the Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act.

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Firefighters confront Black Cove Complex wildfires in North Carolina

By Old North News | Mar 28, 2025

Additional resources have arrived to assist firefighting efforts in dealing with the Black Cove Complex in Polk and Henderson counties, North Carolina.

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Rep. Alma Adams announces support for Unions and new legislative efforts for workers

By Old North News | Mar 28, 2025

Rep. Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. shares updates on a webinar she is hosting for Women's History Month and announces new legislation to support striking workers, alongside her support for unionized federal workers.

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North Carolina Department of Commerce holds 50th veterans employment conference

By Old North News | Mar 28, 2025

The North Carolina Department of Commerce recently hosted its 50th annual Veterans Employment Services Training Conference in Cherokee.

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Black Cove Complex wildfires: Current situation in Polk and Henderson counties

By Old North News | Mar 28, 2025

The Black Cove Complex wildfires in Polk and Henderson counties have mobilized over 500 personnel from North Carolina and other states.

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North Carolina’s employment data for February 2025 shows steady unemployment rate

By Old North News | Mar 28, 2025

The unemployment rate in North Carolina for February 2025 remained stable at 3.7 percent, consistent with January's revised rate.

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North Carolina launches pilot project to mitigate Stoney Creek Watershed flooding

By Old North News | Mar 28, 2025

Today, the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), alongside its Division of Mitigation Services (DMS), took a significant step forward in addressing chronic flooding by initiating the Stoney Creek Watershed Flood Mitigation...

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North Carolina Mining Commission to hold public meeting on April 8

By Old North News | Mar 28, 2025

The North Carolina Mining Commission has scheduled a meeting for April 8, 2025, in Raleigh.

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Public comment period opens for draft Southern Flounder Fishery Management Plan Amendment 4

By Old North News | Mar 28, 2025

The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Marine Fisheries has opened the public comment period for draft Southern Flounder Fishery Management Plan Amendment 4.

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Healthcare hiring surges despite ongoing challenges and labor shortages

By Old North News | Mar 27, 2025

Healthcare hiring has been on the rise in recent months, even as the overall labor market growth has slowed.

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Mid-Currituck Bridge project public hearing scheduled for April 16

By Old North News | Mar 27, 2025

The Division of Coastal Management, part of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, will conduct a public hearing on April 16 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Currituck Extension Center in Barco.

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North Carolina progresses in recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene's impact

By Old North News | Mar 27, 2025

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the North Carolina Department of Commerce has spearheaded efforts for recovery in western North Carolina.

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Wildfire response prioritizes Black Cove Complex fires in North Carolina

By Old North News | Mar 27, 2025

The Black Cove Complex fires in Polk and Henderson counties remain the highest priority wildfire incident in the United States.

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Wildfire smoke leads to unhealthy air forecasts across several North Carolina counties

By Old North News | Mar 27, 2025

Smoke from wildfires in South Carolina is affecting air quality in Western North Carolina.

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Smoke from SC wildfires leads to unhealthy air alerts in western NC

By Old North News | Mar 27, 2025

Smoke from wildfires in South Carolina is expected to affect air quality in western North Carolina, according to forecasts by the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality (DAQ).

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Black Cove Complex fires prioritize U.S. response; state of emergency declared

By Old North News | Mar 27, 2025

The Black Cove Complex fires in Polk and Henderson counties have become the top priority fire incident in the United States, granting the assigned incident management team priority access to resources.

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Gov. Stein submits recovery plan to HUD for approval after public feedback

By Old North News | Mar 27, 2025

Governor Josh Stein of North Carolina has submitted the state's proposed Action Plan for a $1.4 billion federal disaster recovery grant to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).