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Homeowners 'in limbo' as FEMA has yet to approve any Helene buyout program applications

“Absolutely unacceptable”: FEMA yet to approve any North Carolina homeowners’ request for Helene buyout program

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"It's absolutely unacceptable. My team and I are asking FEMA, 'What's the hold up?'" North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein said of the news. 
Good News Friday: UNC scientist wins MacArthur 'genius grant'

Good News Friday: UNC scientist wins MacArthur ‘genius grant’ for working to prevent opioid overdose deaths

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A UNC researcher's groundbreaking work fighting the opioid epidemic lands him a MacArthur 'genius grant." Plus, an upcoming event for innovation leaders in Durham, Orange, and Wake Counties.
Government shutdown impacts North Carolina farmers

Government shutdown halts disaster aid for western North Carolina farmers impacted by Helene

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Agricultural losses accounted for around $5 billion of the roughly $60 billion in Helene damage. Here's how the federal government shutdown will make it harder for North Carolina farmers to recover.  
Fayetteville homeless prevention program

Fayetteville program aims to prevent homelessness after local shelter closes

Following the closure of a Salvation Army shelter in April, local leaders in the Fayetteville area are hoping to combat homelessness with short-term financial assistance, housing, and other aid.  
In July, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that it would stop issuing paper benefit payment checks on Sept. 30, 2025.

The Social Security Administration is no longer issuing paper checks. Here’s what you need to know

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The Social Security Administration (SSA) has switched to electronic forms of payment. Here’s how you can set up your automatic payments with ease.
Good News Friday: NC Wesleyan battles homesickness with on-campus pets

Good News Friday: A North Carolina college battled homesickness by letting pets into dorms

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NC Wesleyan University, a private college in Rocky Mount, introduced pet-friendly housing in recent years to help students battle homesickness and bring a little joy to campus. That, and more positive stories from North Carolina, in today's Good News Friday.