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Filing ends for Richmond County municipal elections
Written by Staff Report
ROCKINGHAM — The remaining members of Hoffman’s Town Council made the election filing deadline and another candidate has entered the Rockingham City Council race.
RALEIGH — State Sen. Tom McInnis is accusing Gov. Roy Cooper of holding funding “hostage” because of reluctance to sign the budget without Medicaid expansion.
Scholarship honors legacy of beloved UNCP math professor
Written by Mark Locklear - UNC-Pembroke
PEMBROKE — Steven Bourquin had a zest for life.
The popular math professor with a larger-than-life personality was revered by his students and fellow colleagues at UNC Pembroke. He possessed a natural gift to stimulate students’ interest in math.
Red Cross issues heat safety tips as temperatures climb
Written by Press Release
It’s hot out there and the soaring temperatures can be dangerous. The American Red Cross has steps people can follow to help stay safe when it’s hot outside.
Dispute over a K-3 reading contract heats up
Written by Lindsay Marchello - Carolina Journal News Service
RALEIGH — A dispute over a K-3 reading contract is heating up after the company at the center of the controversy, Istation, sent a cease-and-desist letter to three people who have publicly criticized a decision to grant the contract to Istation.
Weekend ride to benefit paralyzed mother of two
Written by Staff Report
ROCKINGHAM — Roger and Tammy Messer, owners of Crossroads Saloon, are gearing up for a weekend ride to benefit their niece, who was left paralyzed following a wreck earlier this year.
Warrant: Man had pants down at Richmond County school
Written by Staff Report
ROCKINGHAM — A man is facing a trespassing charge after allegedly being caught with his pants down.
Highs to remain in upper 90s, heat index topping 100, through weekend
Written by Staff Report
ROCKINGHAM — There doesn’t seem to be much relief from the scorching summer heat through the weekend.
ASHEBORO ― The N.C. Zoo will close at 2 p.m. Thursday due to a fatal workplace accident, according to a spokesperson.
RichmondCC, Therafirm have perfect formula for success: Technology, automation, custom training
Written by RichmondCC
HAMLET — Vice President of Therafirm Ken Hartley wants people to know the textile industry is alive and well in Richmond County thanks to technology, automation and customized training provided by Richmond Community College.
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Hofeller files, racial data consume third day of redistricting trial
Written by Brooke Conrad - Carolina Journal News Service
RALEIGH — After slogging through a mass of statistical data and redistricting jargon, day three of Common Cause v. Lewis brought the court back to the fundamental questions: the constitutionality of Republicans’ gerrymandered maps and the legal implications of the controversial Hofeller files.
Trump: Love it or leave it: President strikes back at critics, touts strong economy
Written by Corey Friedman - Wilson Times
GREENVILLE — President Donald Trump continued his feud with four progressive congresswomen while drawing a stark contrast between himself and his Democratic detractors Wednesday evening.
New candidates file for Richmond County municipal races
Written by William R. Toler
ROCKINGHAM — With less than two days left in the municipal election filing period, one Richmond County Mayor is facing two challengers.
ROCKINGHAM — A man was sitting in the Richmond County Jail on Wednesday waiting to be extradited south of the border.
