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'Don’t wait until it’s too late': Tree specialist urges North Carolinians to be storm-ready
Spectrum News - North Carolina
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July 11, 2025
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As heavy rain and strong winds continue sweeping across parts of North Carolina, arborists are urging residents to look more closely at possible dangers in their yards. What You Need To Know Forecasts predict more heavy rain and...
Cloning canines: North Carolina man raises twin puppies with genetic "mother" dog
WXII 12 - North Carolina
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July 11, 2025
A man's love for his dog ran so deep, he cloned her — not once, but twice.On the outside, they look like 3-month-old puppies, but genetically, these three dogs are nearly identical thanks to cloning technology.Vicenza is a mixed-breed elder dog...
After Calls from Senator Budd, USDA Opens Aid Applications for Farmers to Receive Natural Disaster Recovery Assistance
Lake Gaston Gazette-Observer - North Carolina
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Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) opened applications for natural disaster recovery assistance for farmers. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins...
North Carolina EV battery industry holds steady amid tax credit rollbacks
WBJD - North Carolina
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July 10, 2025
Move over tobacco — there’s a new cash crop in town. Part of the “battery belt,” North Carolina will soon be home to four major factories producing lithium-ion batteries, the power behind electric vehicles. But President Trump’s sweeping federal...
USDA opens applications for natural disaster relief for farmers
Carolina Journal
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July 10, 2025
Farmers hit by natural disasters in 2023 and 2024 can now apply for a share of $16 billion in federal relief, with the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program opening to applicants on July 9. “American farmers are no stranger to natural disasters...
Storm Chances Continue through the Weekend in North Carolina
WXII 12 - North Carolina
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July 10, 2025
Afternoon & Evening Storm Chances Continue through the Weekend in North Carolina Warm, humid conditions bring daily chances of PM showers and storms WELL, WE DO HAVE A WEATHER IMPACT DAY TODAY. IN EFFECT ACROSS THE REGION FOR SOME OF THE RAINS...
Trump looks to quash criticism on natural disaster response during Texas visit
KVIA - Texas
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July 10, 2025
By Adam Cancryn, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump is traveling to central Texas on Friday to survey the aftermath of a catastrophic flood that has killed more than 100 people and put his administration on the sudden defensive over its emergency...
North Carolina DEQ seeks public input on Carpenter Co.'s first-time Title V air quality permit
Old North News - North Carolina
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July 9, 2025
D. Reid Wilson Secretary | North Carolina Department Of Environmental QualityD. Reid Wilson Secretary | North Carolina Department Of Environmental Quality The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality (DAQ) is...
Angel City FC sign North Carolina M Evelyn Shores
Regional Media News - Iowa
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July 10, 2025
Angel City FC signed former North Carolina midfielder Evelyn Shores to a contract through 2028. Shores, 20, won a national championship with the Tar Heels in 2024 and represents the U.S. Under-23 team. “We know Evelyn has the quality to help our...
Asheville nonprofit mobilizes aid for Texas and North Carolina flood victims
WLOS - North Carolina
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ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — People from across the nation are rallying to support victims of the deadly flash flooding in Texas, including an Asheville-based nonprofit. Hearts with Hands, a Christian, non-denominational nonprofit organization, is...
CNBC ranks North Carolina first in business
WECT TV6 - North Carolina
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July 10, 2025
RALEIGH, N.C. (WECT) - CNBC has recognized North Carolina as the top state for business. According to the office of Governor Josh Stein, this is the third time in the last four years that the state has ranked first. “This confirms what we have...
Several North Carolina state parks closed due to flooding from deadly Chantal
WXII 12 - North Carolina
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July 10, 2025
Several NC state parks closed due to flooding from deadly Chantal YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD. RIGHT NOW, THE CITY OF MEBANE HAS LESS THAN A DAY’S SUPPLY OF CLEAN DRINKING WATER LEFT. IT COMES AFTER RAIN FROM CHANTAL FLOODED THE GRAHAM MEBANE WATER...
More flash flooding risks in North Carolina today; heavy rain and severe storm threats until 8 p.m.
WXII 12 - North Carolina
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July 10, 2025
A few more severe storms in North Carolina, heavy rain and flash flooding threats; July 10 Update Storms are beginning to develop. Please stay weather aware today and be ready to seek higher ground during flooding. WELL, WE’VE GOT ESTIMATED...
North Carolina DEQ seeks public input on Carpenter Co.'s draft air quality permit
North Raleigh Today - North Carolina
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July 9, 2025
D. Reid Wilson Secretary | North Carolina Department Of Environmental QualityD. Reid Wilson Secretary | North Carolina Department Of Environmental Quality The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Air Quality (DAQ) is...
North Carolina sets new state record with rare bulleye catch
North Raleigh Today - North Carolina
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July 9, 2025
John Nicholson Chief Deputy Secretary | North Carolina Department Of Environmental QualityJohn Nicholson Chief Deputy Secretary | North Carolina Department Of Environmental Quality The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Division...
This Is North Carolina's Most Underrated Small Town In 2025
The Travel
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July 10, 2025
North Carolina has diverse landscapes that attract nearly 40 million visitors each year, making it the fifth-most visited state in the U.S. Aside from having some of the most beautiful beach towns in the Carolinas, a large portion of Western North...
State of Business: North Carolina No. 1 for 3rd time in 4 years
The Center Square
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July 10, 2025
(The Center Square) – North Carolina is the nation’s No. 1 in the 2025 America’s Top States for Business, CNBC said Thursday morning. In a presentation from the Battleship North Carolina in Wilmington, network anchor Scott Cohn said the state’s...
Texas edged out by North Carolina, again, in CNBC’s top states for business
The Dallas Morning News - Texas
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July 10, 2025
Texas’ economy is considered a “miracle” by many, but it couldn’t quite overcome rival North Carolina in CNBC’s 2025 ranking of “America’s Top State for Business” released Thursday. The Lone Star State ranked second, with the Tar Heel State took...
Why Is Every Natural Disaster Being Politicized?
Zero Hedge
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Authored by William Anderson via The Mises Institute, Even while the search for missing people in flood-ravaged Texas continues, the politicized invective has come from the Left. Perhaps the most shocking comments came from Dr. Christina B....
CNBC: North Carolina once again #1 state for business
WITN - North Carolina
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July 10, 2025
RALEIGH, N.C. (WITN) - North Carolina is back on top. CNBC says the Tar Heel State is #1 for business in the country, according to its latest rankings that came out today. “This confirms what we have known for a long time – that North Carolina is...