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The Costs of Responding to Tropical Storm Helene in North Carolina
HICKORY, N.C. – Debris removal. Restoration of utilities. Emergency repairs to public bridges and water systems. Overtime costs for emergency personnel.…
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The NCDOR Suspends Certain Late Action Penalties in Response to the IRS Pushing Back Tax Deadlines
Raleigh, N.C. – In response to the Internal Revenue Service postponing various federal tax filing and payment deadlines until Sept.…
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Bee Rock Creek Fire Update – Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Bee Rock Creek Fire Update for 4/23/25 – Grandfather Ranger District – McDowell County The Bee Rock Creek Fire area…
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Former App State QB Joey Aguilar to Tennessee Vols
In a strange turn of events, former App State QB Joey Aguilar is heading to the Tennessee Vols by way…
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9 years since the disappearance of James Martin Roberts, information still sought
Monday, April 21, 2025, marked nine years since the disappearance of James Martin Roberts. It's a case that still draws deep…
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Power outages impact portions of Watauga County on Monday
Several power outages impacted portions of Watauga County on Monday. The larger outage was caused by a burnt switch inside…
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Johnson County Tennessee deputy shot after chase involving robbery suspect from Vilas
UPDATE – Statement from Maymead Materials: Maymead would like to express our sincere thanks to the law enforcement officers of…
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Bee Rock Creek Fire Update – Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Bee Rock Creek Fire Update for 4/22/25 – Grandfather Ranger District – McDowell County Firefighters increased containment to 50% on…
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Watauga County Transfer Station Closure Notice for Repairs – April 2025
Due to necessary repairs, the Watauga County Transfer Station will be closed on the following dates: Friday, April 25th: Closed…
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Governor honors Special Olympics North Carolina athletes and volunteer
Four Special Olympics athletes and one volunteer who represented North Carolina at the Special Olympics World Winter Games in early…
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