Ray Gronberg
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4. Aberdeen looks at historic preservation, revitalization
Aberdeen plans to examine its historic guidelines for commercial buildings, wanting to balance preservation of historic structures in its downtown...
5. Former employees say short-staffed NC psych hospital rife with violence, abuse
In June last year, 11-year-old Henry picked up a sharp object and threatened to harm himself and his mother. It...
6. There are 21 food deserts in Winston-Salem, a legacy of racist redlining that persists today
The aroma of blackened chicken, pasta and sugar cookies filled a room at Samaritan Ministries, where outside a narrow doorway,...
7. A closer look at NHCS parents’ groups, and the significant differences in their fundraising capacity
There are wide disparities between what different New Hanover County Schools’ parent-teacher associations and organizations around the district can raise....
8. Electric rates bring challenge to city budget
Wilson City Manager Grant Goings said energy rates this year will pose a unique challenge to Wilson residents as well...
9. Special Forces to hold Robin Sage exercise across North Carolina counties
Candidates aiming to earn their Green Beret this year will have the chance this month, according to a news release...
10. Student-led encampment for Palestine at UNCA; chancellor says peaceful protest allowed
On Saturday, a group of around 30 students from campus coalitions began an encampment for Palestine at UNCA. The student-led...
1. NC Chamber of Commerce pushes against DEQ’s proposed PFAS water standards
The state’s most influential business association is urging the Department of Environmental Quality to delay its efforts to introduce new...
2. Do new rental units free up affordable ones? Not really
For the past decade, the lack of affordable housing has been one of the thorniest challenges in Haywood. It’s most...
3. UNC shares letter, FAQ page with students regarding response to campus protests
Members of the UNC administration shared a letter with students and the campus community Friday evening detailing the university’s response...
4. President promises to help NC get the lead out
President Joe Biden announced $3 billion in funding nationally to replace toxic lead pipes during a speech in Wilmington on...
5. New federal rule to boost pay for home health workers
Under a new federal rule, home health care providers in North Carolina will be required to put most of the...
6. Galey agrees to ‘pause’ legislative investigation into ABSS finances
Senator Amy Galey, who represents Alamance County in the General Assembly, announced late Wednesday afternoon that she has agreed to...