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CERT Director Greg Touhill: To Lead Is to Serve
Greg Touhill, director of the Software Engineering’s Institute’s (SEI’s) Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) division is an atypical technology leader. For one thing, he’s been in tech and other leadership positions that span the US Air Force,...

North Carolina firefighter shares story of daring water rescue during Hurricane Helene
By Christian Petersen Click here for updates on this story FRANK, North Carolina (WXII) — An Avery County firefighter shared the story of a dramatic water rescue as Hurricane Helene came barreling through the region. Captain Kacey Hughes had...

The flat tax isn't about helping the wealthy. Middle class will benefit.Donovan O'Neil
Donovan O’Neil is the Ohio state director for Americans for Prosperity. Opponents of Ohio’s proposed flat tax say it will only help the rich. That tired, lazy talking point is wrong. A flat rate will help every Ohioan thrive. Over the last decade,...
North Carolina governor forms council to recommend cannabis regulations
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein says a panel he’s tasked with recommending cannabis sale regulations — including potential legalization of adult use of marijuana — should aim to provide a structure in a state where products now...

North Carolina Gov. Creates Advisory Council to Explore Cannabis Reforms
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein (D) on Tuesday expressed support for decriminalizing cannabis in the state while announcing the creation of an advisory council on cannabis policy during an interview with WRAL News. Stein indicated the council would...
Reporting on the ground in one of America's Evolving Cities
Anyone who's lived in Nashville for any length of time is familiar with the rapid pace of change here. So it's hardly a surprise the city landed on a list of regions that are projected to continue growing in the report "Empowering American Cities"...

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Warner Bros. Discovery to split into two companies, dividing cable and streaming services NEW YORK (AP) — Warner Bros. Discovery will calve off cable operations from its streaming service, creating two independent companies as the number of people...

Colorado Woman arrested on felony theft charges related to check from Marshalltown business
Pollard After felony charges were first filed nearly four months ago, an Aurora, Colo. woman was arrested last week over allegations that she used fraudulent means to cash a check from a Marshalltown business to the tune of well over $200,000....

NSCEB Announces Biotech Across America Roadshow, Makes First Stop in North Carolina
NSCEB is launching a 3-month tour of the booming U.S. biotechnology ecosystem RALEIGH, N.C., June 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Yesterday, NSCEB Vice Chair Michelle Rozo kicked off the Commission’s Biotech Across America roadshow in North Carolina where...
North Carolina elections take a risky turn
Published 12:00 am Thursday, June 5, 2025 By Steve Ford NC Newsline Our democracy, with free and fair elections at the cornerstone, can be warped in favor of those who manipulate the election process to their advantage — who gets to vote, when and...

Penn State addresses hole at LB with ‘playmaking’ North Carolina transfer Amare Campbell
James Franklin made his intentions clear after the Blue-White Game — Penn State needs help at linebacker. He used the question posed at him regarding his group to deliver a plea to any linebackers in the transfer portal who might be listening “If...

BSH Home Appliances Expands New Bern, North Carolina, Manufacturing Operations
Related Research BSH Home Appliances Corporation, the home appliances division of the Bosch Group, plans to expand its operations in New Bern, North Carolina. The more than $11 million project is expected to create 199 jobs in Craven County. The...

How Rebuilt Harris Teeter Store in North Carolina Reflects a Shared Spirit of Resilience
The Harris Teeter in Hendersonville will reopen on June 10. When Hurricane Helene tore through Western North Carolina, the storm and its resulting floodwaters left a string of destroyed structures in its wake, including a Harris Teeter store in...

Biotech boom in North Carolina tied to national security, say industry leaders
Biotechnology is a growing industry in North Carolina. Leaders from the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) and the North Carolina Biotechnology Center said this week that expanding workforce training and strengthening...

Texas slides down the list of best U.S. state economies for 2025
Coming soon to Houston-area skies: drones delivering Walmart purchases to customers. The retailer is expanding its drone delivery service to five markets: Houston; Atlanta; Charlotte, North Carolina; Orlando, Florida; and Tampa, Florida. Walmart...
Amazon plans to invest $10 billion in North Carolina for AI Infrastructure
The U.S. Amazon Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud computing solution, and its data centers enable customers of all sizes and across all industries, such as automotive, health care, manufacturing,...

In-N-Out of chicken searches for a $1.5 billion buyer as sales spike 9%
A popular fried chicken chain is exploring the idea of selling its business following last year's 9 percent spike in chicken sales across US restaurants. Bojangles, one of the most iconic brands in the Carolinas, is working with investment bankers...

Duke Energy Supports North Carolina Emergency Response Organizations With $500,000 In Storm Preparedness Funds
(MENAFN- 3BL) HERO grants will fund emergency preparedness equipment and first responder training to support local efforts Funding will benefit 20 vital disaster response organizations, including local government agencies and nonprofits CHARLOTTE,...
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Iconic North Carolina Park Is Finally Reopening 9 Months After Hurricane Helene
Key Takeaways Chimney Rock State Park reopens June 27, nine months after Hurricane Helene's devastation. A temporary bridge and road repairs now allow access to park. Advance reservations with limited capacity will be required via...

North Carolina Governor Backs Marijuana Legalization And Forms A Bipartisan Commission To Craft A Plan
The governor of North Carolina has come out in support of legalizing marijuana and is convening a bipartisan commission to study the issue in hopes of moving the GOP-controlled legislature to act on reform. Gov. Josh Stein (D) said during an...