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NC North Carolina News area weekly mass times

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 30, 2023

The following parishes in the NC North Carolina News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Districts in North Carolina will change before 2024 election

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 29, 2023

The 2024 districts in North Carolina are expected to be planned around the Republican takeover of the state, following the higher ratio in the house. According to a statement from the John Locke Foundation, there are changes coming to the districts in North Carolina in 2024. The foundation highlighted the recommended redistricting changes by JStirling16.

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Tillis and other Rep. in NC Gov fed up with border crisis

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 29, 2023

The border crisis is causing frustration among lawmakers in North Carolina, including Senator Thom Tillis. Tillis took to Platform X to express his concern, stating, "Biden's open borders have sent a clear message to cartels that our border is open for business. This must be stopped to prevent fentanyl from flowing into our communities. We must secure our border." Tillis is not alone in his frustration; other representatives in the North Carolina government are also fed up with the border crisis.

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The crisis on the border has sent politicians to opposite points of view

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 29, 2023

As the border crisis continues to grow, politicians take stronger stances on how to best protect Americans. Greg Murphy Tweeted, "Across the country, folks in liberal cities are waking up to the mess at our southern border in a way we haven’t seen before. Every week, another Democrat tosses Biden under the bus. Americans want safe communities." The crisis on the border has sent politicians to opposite points of view.

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The House is pushing to pass bill, extending authorities of the Department of Veterans Affairs

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 29, 2023

Congressman Rep. Greg Murphy expressed his enthusiasm for a bill aimed at extending the authorities of the Department of Veterans Affairs. In a tweet, he stated, "Today, the House passed my bill to extend authorities of the Department of Veterans Affairs to continue providing essential services. It now heads to the President's desk. I'm proud to fight for our veterans and to improve the services provided by the VA."

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Cooper claims legislature hides their records from public, but are spying on others

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 27, 2023

The public interest of North Carolina is up tight due to recent budget passed that gives public records a new legislative secrecy. "The legislature hides their records from the public," said North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper in a tweet. Cooper claims that while the legislature keeps their own records hidden, they want to be able to secretly spy on the records of others.

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NC North Carolina News area weekly mass times

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 23, 2023

The following parishes in the NC North Carolina News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson creates a controversial name during 2024 election process

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 22, 2023

Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson has recently made waves during the 2024 election process with his controversial statements and actions. One of the main topics that Robinson has been vocal about is the passing of a fiscally responsible budget by Republican lawmakers. In a lengthy statement, he praised their efforts and created a name for himself through social media.

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North Carolina Democrats want an end to the Political Gamesmanship

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 22, 2023

North Carolina Democrats are demanding an end to the political gamesmanship surrounding the state budget, which has been at a standstill for some time. The budget expansion has been a significant issue in North Carolina, with both the senate and the house pushing for it since March of 2023. However, the Democrats are unhappy with the way the Republicans are handling the budget, particularly their lack of seriousness regarding Medicaid.

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NC Governor Roy Cooper appoints fellow Democrat, Allison Riggs to fill state Supreme Court vacancy

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 21, 2023

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has appointed Court of Appeals Judge Allison Riggs to fill a vacancy in the state Supreme Court. The vacancy was created when Justice Mike Morgan, a Democrat, resigned in order to pursue a different position in office. Although Morgan's term was set to end next year, he decided to step down early.

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Spring Lake woman shot and killed on Monday

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 21, 2023

Title: Tragic Shooting Claims Life of Spring Lake Woman, Leaves Community Shaken

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Wisconsin and North Carolina politics creates ugliness in their states courts

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 21, 2023

Title: Wisconsin and North Carolina Politics Fuel Turmoil in State Courts

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New $30 million budget passes in NC, giving new power to senate members

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 21, 2023

The North Carolina state budget, worth a staggering $30 billion, has recently passed in the state legislature, granting new powers to Senate members. The budget is expected to have a significant impact on various areas of the state government. While some have hailed it as the most substantial budget plan to date, concerns have been raised regarding the extent of power it will bestow upon lawmakers.

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Greater Triangle Asian Fest is one of the many things that makes North Carolina a beautiful state

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 21, 2023

The Greater Triangle Asian Fest is one of the many events that highlight the diverse and rich tapestry of cultures in North Carolina. Mark Robinson, in a tweet on September 20, expressed his admiration for such events, stating that they showcase the incredible cultural diversity in the state. The 8th Annual Asian Fest promises a multitude of activities, food, and music for attendees to enjoy.

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North Carolina gas prices stand still for a running two weeks

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 20, 2023

North Carolina has experienced stable gas prices for the past two weeks, with the average price standing at $3.50 per gallon. This price is 30 cents cheaper than the national average across the United States. The state's gas sales have defied the usual end-of-summer trend of plummeting prices, with both North and South Carolina experiencing different price ranges. In South Carolina, gas prices range from $2.72 to $3.69, varying significantly within a dollar range. Despite these differences, the national average gas price continues to increase daily.

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Mark Harris announces congressional run with election fraud circulating his name

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 20, 2023

Mark Harris, a North Carolina Pastor, has announced his intention to run for the 8th Congressional district, despite his previous conviction for election fraud. Harris, who served as a Pastor at Trinity Baptist Church in Mooresville for three years, hopes to secure the Republican vote in one of the largest districts in the state. His previous attempt at running for office was marred by allegations of election fraud, with the State Board of Education refusing to confirm the results. Although Harris himself was not charged with the fraud, the irregularities were linked to a...

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Harris pushes NC A&T students to use their voting power

By NC North Carolina News Report | Sep 18, 2023

Vice President Kamala Harris visited North Carolina A&T State University on Sept. 15. Harris used her time to promote voting to students and stand for their beliefs.

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NC North Carolina News area weekly mass times

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 16, 2023

The following parishes in the NC North Carolina News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Federal Government, The governor of North Carolina - Roy Cooper said $8 million will be invested into roughly 2,100 classrooms statewide

By NC North Carolina News | Sep 15, 2023

In a recent announcement, Governor Roy Cooper of North Carolina revealed that $8 million in federal funding will be allocated to support over 2,000 public classrooms in the state. This funding aims to address any needs that have arisen at the beginning of the school year. The governor's decision to secure federal funding comes at a time when his budget requests for state funding for public schools have faced disapproval from lawmakers. Cooper's budget requests seek over $100 million more than the current funding amounts for the 2023-2024 school year.

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UNC has been put on lockdown twice already for the 2023-2024 school year

By NC North Carolina News Report | Sep 15, 2023

After reports of an armed person outside the University of North Carolina's (UNC) union, the university declared another lockdown just two weeks after a previous UNC shooting.