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There were 31 deaths with COVID-19 listed as the underlying cause reported in North Carolina in the week ending Oct. 8, making up 2.8% of total deaths by all causes in North Carolina.

391 people die in North Carolina from heart disease in week ending Oct. 22, 2022

There were 391 deaths with heart disease listed as the underlying cause reported in North Carolina during the week ending Oct. 22, 2022, a 9.7% decrease from the previous week.

How many 85 and older-year-olds died in North Carolina during week ending October 8?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 393 individuals age 85 and older died during the week ending October 8.

401 people die in North Carolina from cancer in week ending Oct. 22, 2022

There were 401 deaths with cancer listed as the underlying cause reported in North Carolina during the week ending Oct. 22, 2022, a 4.5% decrease from the previous week.

Poll: 76% of voters have seen their grocery prices go up in the last month; Beasley supports increased government spending

By David Beasley | Oct 25, 2022

Ballotpedia’s most recent Scott Rasmussen Number of the Day poll finds a majority of voters have seen grocery prices and gas prices rise in the past month. Economists are predicting a recession is coming and inflation is not going away anytime soon. Some economists say inflation is tied to government spending, supply chain logistics and the war in Ukraine.

North Carolina deaths did not exceed death expectancy during week ending Oct. 8

North Carolina's death count did not exceed death expectancy during the week ending Oct. 8, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

55 people die with COVID-19 listed as a contributing cause in North Carolina during week ending Oct. 8

There were 55 deaths with COVID-19 listed as a contributing cause reported in North Carolina in the week ending Oct. 8, making up 4.9% of total deaths by all causes in North Carolina.

126 people die in North Carolina from cerebrovascular disease in week ending Oct. 22, 2022

There were 126 deaths with cerebrovascular disease listed as the underlying cause reported in North Carolina during the week ending Oct. 22, 2022, a 22.3% increase over the previous week.

367 people in 75-84 age group in North Carolina are estimated to have died during week ending October 8

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 367 people in the 75-84 age group died during the week ending October 8.

113 people die in North Carolina from chronic lower respiratory disease in week ending Oct. 22, 2022

There were 113 deaths with chronic lower respiratory disease listed as the underlying cause reported in North Carolina during the week ending Oct. 22, 2022, a 29.9% increase over the previous week.

CITY OF ALBEMARLE: Nominate Your Grand Marshal for the Albemarle Christmas Parade

We’d love to hear from you! Help us select your Grand Marshal for the Albemarle Christmas Parade.

CITY OF ALBEMARLE: Received $250,000 in funding from the Golden LEAF Foundation

The City of Albemarle has received $250,000 in funding from the Golden LEAF Foundation to assist with a portion of the City’s proposed stormwater management program planning.

CITY OF ALBEMARLE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT: Autumn Extravaganza in Downtown Albemarle

Hayrides & pumpkin decorating, food trucks & street vendors, games & children's actives ... it's an Autumn Extravaganza in downtown Albemarle!

CITY OF BELMONT: Pedestrian Plan Public Meeting on Wednesday, October 26th

We are working to update our Pedestrian Master Plan for the city.

CITY OF BELMONT: A message from the Environmental Sustainability Board

Active transportation solutions supports our water quality, tree canopy, healthy air, and more.

CITY OF BELMONT FIRE DEPARTMENT: Hires First full-time Fire Chief Todd Davis

The first full-time chief of the Belmont Fire Department is a career law enforcement officer who most recently worked at the Belmont Police Department.

CITY OF ASHEBORO: Downtown Now on National Register of Historic Places

Earlier this year, historic downtown Asheboro was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

CITY OF ASHEBORO: Notice to Water Customers