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Judge orders FEMA to restore $200M in disaster mitigation funding for NC
“Keeping water systems working and keeping homes out of floodwater isn’t politics — it’s basic safety. This ruling puts the money back where it was promised so these communities can be ready for the next storm,” NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson said of the order to FEMA. A federal judge has ordered the Federal Emergency…
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New Trump EPA rule would drastically curb protections for NC wetlands
If a new Trump EPA rule goes into effect, NC wetlands would be in more jeopardy, increasing the risk of flooding during major storms, environmental groups say.
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NC to launch Helene housing repair and rebuilding program in early 2026
Helene housing repair programs in NC will focus on single-family housing, multi-family housing, and workforce housing beginning in early 2026, Gov. Josh Stein says.
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The Geminids meteor shower is peaking. Here’s how to watch in NC
The Geminids meteor shower, one of the best celestial lightshows of the year, peaks in mid-December. Here’s how to find the optimal “dark sky” spots to watch it in NC.
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More industries want a break from Trump immigration policies
The Trump administration gave a break to farms after his immigration crackdown left them short on workers. Now other industries are asking for the same break from Trump immigration policies.
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Which NC cities are best to retire in? Here’s how they rank
A new WalletHub listing takes a look at the top 182 US cities to retire in. NC cities didn’t fare too well.
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From parades to tree lightings, 24 can’t-miss holiday events in the Gaston County area
From carriage rides to parades, Gaston County will host it all this holiday season. Here is a run-down of family events happening in November and December.
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Activists boycott Rep. Chuck Edwards’ McDonald’s over his support of SNAP cuts
A NC civil rights group says it is asking people to boycott US Rep. Chuck Edwards’ fast food restaurants, including McDonald’s, because of his vote to cut food benefits for poor people.
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Meet the NC turkeys pardoned this Thanksgiving
Every Thanksgiving since 1989, leaders in America have offered a reprieve to a few lucky gobblers. Here are the NC turkeys pardoned this year.
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Opinion: The shutdown deal is devastating to NC hemp industry
The deal to end the government shutdown includes a ban on many hemp products. It would hit hard in the NC hemp industry.
