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Employers classified under the Manufacturing industry file 607 H-1B petitions in North Carolina throughout 2024

By Old North News | Mar 10, 2025

In 2024, 607 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Manufacturing industry located in North Carolina, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Public invited to comment on Mid-Currituck Bridge project

By Old North News | Mar 10, 2025

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal Management is set to hold a public hearing regarding the Coastal Area Management Act application for the proposed Mid-Currituck Bridge project.

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UNC withdraws air quality permit modification application

By Old North News | Mar 10, 2025

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) has withdrawn its application to modify its Title V air quality permit, leading the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality (DAQ) to cease processing the...

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Governor Stein announces task force for early education at Durham visit

By Old North News | Mar 10, 2025

Governor Josh Stein visited Kate’s Korner, a child care center in Durham, to announce the formation of a new Task Force for Child Care and Early Education.

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North Carolina opens grant applications for flood resiliency and water management projects

By Old North News | Mar 10, 2025

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Water Resources (DWR) is now open to receiving proposals for projects aimed at reducing flood risk and enhancing flood resilience in key river basins across the state.

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Deadline approaches for disaster unemployment aid application in North Carolina

By Old North News | Mar 7, 2025

There are only a few days left for residents of 39 North Carolina counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians to apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA).

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North Carolina opens applications for resilient coastal communities program phases

By Old North News | Mar 7, 2025

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal Management is inviting applications for Phases 1 through 4 of the N.C. Resilient Coastal Communities Program (RCCP).

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Animal waste spill affects stream in Duplin County

By Old North News | Mar 7, 2025

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Water Resources (DWR) has been informed about an animal waste spill affecting Carltons Mill Run creek in Duplin County.

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Analysis: North Carolina among 25 states that ban boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Old North News | Mar 6, 2025

An analysis by Old North News shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” North Carolina is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls' high school sports.

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North Carolina seeks proposals to restore impaired waterways

By Old North News | Mar 6, 2025

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Water Resources (DWR) is currently accepting proposals aimed at restoring waterways impaired by nonpoint source pollution.

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Rep. Alma S. Adams calls for investigation into Department of Education

By Old North News | Mar 6, 2025

Congresswoman Alma S. Adams is actively engaging with her constituents through social media and town halls while calling for investigations into potential misconduct within the Department of Education as reported on March 5-6, 2025

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Alma S. Adams addresses proposed cuts and foreign policy issues

By Old North News | Mar 5, 2025

On March 5, 2025, Rep. Alma S. Adams voiced concerns over proposed government cuts affecting Medicaid and SNAP beneficiaries in Mecklenburg County while also criticizing President Trump's foreign policy decisions regarding Ukraine.

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Alma Adams discusses education and economy concerns on social media

By Old North News | Mar 5, 2025

In recent tweets dated March 5, 2025, Rep. Alma S. Adams discussed key issues concerning education and economic challenges faced by constituents in North Carolina's 12th district.

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Clemmons Educational State Forest announces summer operating hours

By Old North News | Mar 5, 2025

Clemmons Educational State Forest in Clayton has transitioned to its summer hours, effective March 1.

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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools announces virtual sessions amid severe weather closures

By Old North News | Mar 5, 2025

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools recently announced a virtual learning event focused on special education while also addressing closures due to severe weather forecasts in Meck County.

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Remote work trends show mixed results across North Carolina

By Old North News | Mar 4, 2025

The U.S. Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) data reveals a shift in remote work trends across North Carolina.

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North Carolina relocates public engagement session for climate action plan

By Old North News | Mar 4, 2025

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality State Energy Office has announced a change in venue for its upcoming public engagement session in Fayetteville.

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North Carolina Environmental Management Commission schedules meetings for March

By Old North News | Mar 4, 2025

The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission is scheduled to convene on March 12-13 at the Archdale Building in Raleigh.

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North Carolina: Residents received $19.35 billion per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

By Old North News | Mar 3, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 3.1% of income in North Carolina, providing an average of $1,808 per capita to residents.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by North Carolina employers classified under the Information industry during 2024?

By Old North News | Mar 3, 2025

In 2024, 130 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Information industry located in North Carolina, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.