Affordability
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‘Doing it with less’: More NC children than ever need free meals this summer
A Raleigh summer meals site that once relied on SNAP-Ed funding is now “doing it with less,” even as families face a growing summer hunger gap. With Congresswoman Ross’ visit, she and the site highlight how important nutrition education and access are for NC children.
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Good News Friday: NC employees get ‘historic’ boost in parental leave
NC is near the top in parental leave for state workers. Plus, a Republican operative gets the boot for trying to cut voting hours.
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He spent 25 years as a farmer. Now, he’s running for Congress to fight for Helene recovery and lower costs
Jamie Ager, a first-time candidate, says he will focus on securing Hurricane Helene recovery funding and tackling the cost-of-living crisis.
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Wilson workshop takes on SNAP cuts, hunger, and county budgets for NC families
This week in Wilson, advocates will gather for a free workshop breaking down SNAP cuts, hunger, and what new federal rules could mean for families’ grocery budgets.
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Plans for an Asheville Costco could be back from the dead
This year, CostCo pulled out of a plan to build western North Carolina’s first store. But talks are back on, Asheville’s mayor says.
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This massive development could change the NC beach town of Oak Island
The NC beach town of Oak Island considers a massive mainland project with 7,200 homes and 260 acres of commercial development.
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They’re uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. And they’re far from alone.
Some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
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North Carolina lawmakers look to regulate crypto ATMs, but with concessions to the industry
A bill regulating the growing crypto ATM industry in North Carolina is moving forward — but not without some concessions to the industry.
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Good News Friday: North Carolina moves to protect kids from addictive social media apps
A bipartisan plan to save kids from the algorithm. Plus: A summer food program for low-income families.
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What $1,500 rent gets you in North Carolina right now
Hunt for your next reasonably-priced apartment the right way.
