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Governor announces $30M aid for small firms hit by Hurricane Helene

By Old North News | Jan 31, 2025

Gov. Josh Stein, in collaboration with Dogwood Health Trust, has announced a $30 million grant program aimed at aiding small businesses affected by Hurricane Helene.

WakeMed renews contract with Aetna for Medicare Advantage plans

By Old North News | Jan 31, 2025

WakeMed has announced the renewal of its contract with Aetna for Medicare Advantage plans.

Rep. Alma S. Adams expresses grief over Washington accident

By Old North News | Jan 30, 2025

On January 30, 2025, Rep. Alma S. Adams shared her condolences regarding a tragic accident in Washington affecting routes she often travels for work and expressed support for victims' families and first responders while criticizing presidential...

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools announces events supporting education and culture

By Old North News | Jan 30, 2025

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools shared updates on parent educational sessions and student celebrations via social media posts dated January 28 and January 30, respectively.

General Assembly reconvenes with new bills and focuses on hurricane relief

By Old North News | Jan 30, 2025

The General Assembly reconvened on Wednesday, initiating its 2025 session with the filing of numerous bills.

N.C. Forest Service advises homeowners on wildfire preparedness

By Old North News | Jan 29, 2025

The North Carolina Forest Service is urging residents to implement wildfire mitigation practices and adhere to Firewise principles to safeguard their homes and communities.

N.C. State Fair opens applications for junior livestock scholarships

By Old North News | Jan 29, 2025

Youth who participated in exhibiting livestock at the North Carolina State Fair can now apply for the N.C. State Fair Junior Livestock Scholarships.

North Carolina introduces Fair Maps Act aiming for unbiased redistricting

By Old North News | Jan 29, 2025

State lawmakers in North Carolina have introduced the Fair Maps Act, a legislative proposal aimed at ending gerrymandering by establishing an independent citizens redistricting commission.

High path avian influenza detected in Sampson County turkey farm

By Old North News | Jan 28, 2025

A commercial turkey farm in Sampson County, North Carolina, has tested positive for High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI).

Flavors of Carolina food show connects local producers with industry buyers

By Old North News | Jan 27, 2025

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, along with its Got to Be NC program, is set to host the annual Flavors of Carolina food show in Greensboro in 2025.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools announces events including mid-year graduation

By Old North News | Jan 23, 2025

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has outlined upcoming events including mid-year graduations and virtual learning sessions focused on budgeting during crises and school registration strategies for parents in late January and early February of 2025

WakeMed enforces seasonal visitor restrictions due to respiratory virus surge

By Old North News | Jan 14, 2025

Due to a significant increase in respiratory viruses, WakeMed has implemented the second phase of its annual seasonal visitation restrictions.

New tool helps NC voters check ballot challenges amid election controversy

By Old North News | Jan 10, 2025

In North Carolina, a new online tool has been introduced to assist voters in determining if their ballots are being challenged by Jefferson Griffin, a candidate who lost his bid for the NC Supreme Court.

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2023: North Carolina ranks 9th nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $12,831,748

By Old North News | Jan 9, 2025

In 2023, North Carolina received $12,831,748 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking ninth nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

North Carolina sees less individual income tax revenue in Q3 2024

By Old North News | Jan 6, 2025

The third quarter of 2024 brought in $3.8 billion in individual income tax revenue for North Carolina, an 18.8% decrease from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Analysis: North Carolina one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Old North News | Jan 6, 2025

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