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Lawmakers, education leaders hold forum on school construction bond
Written by Lindsay Marchello - Carolina Journal News Service
ERWIN — Republican lawmakers and education leaders sat down with Harnett County school and county officials at Erwin Elementary School on Thursday, Jan. 17, to discuss a possible statewide school construction bond.
Rockingham's Holiday restaurant reopens with new owners, decor
Written by Pam Simmons
ROCKINGHAM — Thursday morning couldn’t seem to get here fast enough for many faithful diners of the Holiday Restaurant.
New BCBSNC payment plan focuses on patient health
Written by Dan Way - Carolina Journal News Service
DURHAM — The state’s largest health insurance company is partnering with five of North Carolina’s major health systems in a path-breaking, shared-risk payment model designed to improve the quality of patient care and drive down costs.
Two Richmond County industries to expand; shell building nears construction
Written by William R. Toler
ROCKINGHAM — Two industries in Richmond County are planning to expand their operations, however their identities are being kept secret — for now.
Captain D's fundraiser to benefit Richmond County senior programs
Written by Pam Simmons
ROCKINGHAM — Captain D’s Seafood will be the site of a fundraiser sponsored by Richmond County Aging Services from 5-8 p.m. Thursday.
Free-speech advocate defends UNC-Asheville decision on controversial speaker
Written by Kari Travis - Carolina Journal News Service
RALEIGH — UNC-Asheville is right to defend free speech amid national criticism of Tamika Mallory, the controversial national co-chair of the Women’s March who will speak on the campus in honor of Martin Luther King, says a leading First Amendment lawyer and activist.
Pit bulls responsible for attack on 6-year-old girl to be euthanized
Written by William R. Toler
ROCKINGHAM — A pair of pit bulls responsible for mauling a young girl last week will be put down, according to county officials.
Folt departing UNC Chapel Hill at month’s end; Silent Sam’s fate unclear
Written by Kari Travis - Carolina Journal News Service
RALEIGH — UNC Chapel Hill Chancellor Carol Folt is leaving her job at the end of the month.
Land: Littering remains a problem around Richmond County
Written by William R. Toler
ROCKINGHAM — Trash.
It’s been a common topic brought up in meetings of the Richmond County Board of Commissioners in recent years.
Lifespan Respite Care Vouchers are available for eligible family caregivers taking care of a person of any age with special needs. The vouchers are made possible through federal funding awarded to the North Carolina Division of Aging and Adult Services, the state’s federal Lifespan Respite Grantee.
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State auditor singles out fiscal mismanagement by local governments
Written by Dan Way - Carolina Journal News ServiceRALEIGH — State Auditor Beth Wood renewed her call to punish municipal officials who can’t keep their books straight. Lawmakers returning to Raleigh for the 2019 legislative long session might be asked to toughen enforcement measures.
Local, state leaders agree: Community colleges worthy of investment
Written by RichmondCC
HAMLET — Richmond Community College invited state representatives and local community and educational leaders to a Legislative Breakfast on Monday to discuss the 2019 legislative agenda that will be presented to the General Assembly with requests for additional investments in programs and technology that foster workforce development.
ROCKINGHAM — Another Richmond County Republican has announced his intent to run for a state seat long held by Democrats.
McInnis to co-chair 2 NC Senate committees
Written by The Richmond Observer
RALEIGH — State Sen. Tom McInnis was recently appointed to several committees, two of which he will serve as co-chairman.
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