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News from August 2022

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WakeEd president: ‘We have collected more than 125,000 items’ for Wake County Public Schools

By Laurie A. Luebbert | Aug 18, 2022

WakeEd Partnership is a nonprofit that aims to help teachers better supply their students without digging into their own wallets.

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3 in 5 Americans concerned about housing affordability, North Carolina's average rent up 30%

By Laurie A. Luebbert | Aug 17, 2022

If you’re wondering how you’re going to pay your rent this month, you’re not alone.

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375 people die in North Carolina from cancer in week ending Aug. 13, 2022

By Old North News | Aug 17, 2022

There were 375 deaths with cancer listed as the underlying cause reported in North Carolina during the week ending Aug. 13, 2022, a 10.9% increase over the previous week.

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353 people die in North Carolina from heart disease in week ending Aug. 13, 2022

By Old North News | Aug 17, 2022

There were 353 deaths with heart disease listed as the underlying cause reported in North Carolina during the week ending Aug. 13, 2022, a 2% increase over the previous week.

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How many 85 and older-year-olds died in North Carolina during week ending July 30?

By Old North News | Aug 17, 2022

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 561 individuals age 85 and older died during the week ending July 30.

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622 people in 75-84 age group in North Carolina are estimated to have died during week ending July 30

By Old North News | Aug 16, 2022

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 622 people in the 75-84 age group died during the week ending July 30.

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North Carolina sees excess deaths compared to death expectancy during week ending July 30

By Old North News | Aug 16, 2022

North Carolina's death count exceeded death expectancy during the week ending July 30, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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91 people die in North Carolina from chronic lower respiratory disease in week ending Aug. 13, 2022

By Old North News | Aug 16, 2022

There were 91 deaths with chronic lower respiratory disease listed as the underlying cause reported in North Carolina during the week ending Aug. 13, 2022, a 2.2% decrease from the previous week.

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113 people die in North Carolina from cerebrovascular disease in week ending Aug. 13, 2022

By Old North News | Aug 16, 2022

There were 113 deaths with cerebrovascular disease listed as the underlying cause reported in North Carolina during the week ending Aug. 13, 2022, a 11.7% decrease from the previous week.

CITY OF ASHEBORO: 2022-2023 Utility Rate Information

By Press release submission | Aug 16, 2022

The adopted Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget includes an increase to water and sewer rates to sustain the city’s utility system.

CITY OF ASHEBORO: Electronic Public Auction | Surplus Vehicles

By Press release submission | Aug 16, 2022

Pursuant to Asheboro City Council Resolution No. 27 RES 8-22, the City of Asheboro will hold an electronic public auction of the four surplus vehicles/pieces of equipment listed below.

CITY OF ASHEBORO: Mason Lovette | Summer Concert Series Aug. 21st

By Press release submission | Aug 16, 2022

Come enjoy a great evening of entertainment during the City of Asheboro Summer Concert Series.

CITY OF ARCHDALE: Delayed Statements

By Press release submission | Aug 16, 2022

We have recently been made aware of the mailed utility billing statements being delayed.

CITY OF BELMONT PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT: Are Organizing League Play For The Upcoming Fall Season

By Press release submission | Aug 16, 2022

Two preseason soccer camps were held on Sunday, August 7th and 14th between 1:30-3pm at Ebb Gantt Soccer complex to kickstart the Belmont Parks and Recreation youth boy's and girl's upcoming Fall soccer programs.

CITY OF BELMONT: Public Engagement Now Open- Sloan’s Ferry (Wilkinson Blvd) Bridge, I-85 Widening, and Catawba Crossings

By Press release submission | Aug 16, 2022

There are currently three opportunities for public engagement related to transportation initiatives in Belmont.

CITY OF ALBEMARLE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT: Tour De Elvis 5K & Cycle Tour in Albemarle

By Press release submission | Aug 16, 2022

If you enjoy a scenic run or bike ride you'll have a Burning Love for the Tour De Elvis 5K & Cycle Tour in Albemarle.

CITY OF ALBEMARLE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT: Food Truck Friday, Sept. 9th

By Press release submission | Aug 16, 2022

We are bringing the Party to Downtown Albemarle.

CITY OF ALBEMARLE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT: Girls Volleyball Registration Now Open

By Press release submission | Aug 16, 2022

Sign up, set, and spike!

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65 people die in North Carolina from Alzheimer's disease in week ending Aug. 13, 2022

By Old North News | Aug 15, 2022

There were 65 deaths with Alzheimer's disease listed as the underlying cause reported in North Carolina during the week ending Aug. 13, 2022, a 28.6% decrease from the previous week.

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57 people die in North Carolina from diabetes mellitus in week ending Aug. 13, 2022

By Old North News | Aug 15, 2022

There were 57 deaths with diabetes mellitus listed as the underlying cause reported in North Carolina during the week ending Aug. 13, 2022, a 3.4% decrease from the previous week.