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Atrium Health Announces Eased Visitor Restrictions

With North Carolina phasing in certain types of business across the state, Atrium Health will begin easing some of its visitation restrictions, while ensuring COVID-Safe standards are in place.

Mecklenburg County Health Officials Report 3,366 Confirmed Coronavirus Cases And 78 Deaths

As of 2PM today, there were 3,366 cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) with 78 deaths due to COVID-19 reported among Mecklenburg County residents. Data as of yesterday are further described below.

NC Secretary Of Health Sends Letter To RNC CEO After President Trump Threatens To Move RNC Over Gov. Cooper's Coronavirus Restrictions

North Carolina Secretary of Health Dr. Mandy Cohen has written a letter to the President and CEO of the Republican National Convention following President Trump's threat to move the RNC to another state if Governor Cooper's coronavirus restrictions didn't allow full participation.

Catawba County Father Charged With Child Abuse After Seriously Injured Infant Taken To Hospital

A Maiden father has been arrested and charged with child abuse after an infant was taken to the hospital with serious injuries last month.

UNC Charlotte's Commencement Ceremonies Could Be Moved To December

UNC Charlotte is moving forward to determine whether an in-person ceremony for May 2020 graduates can occur in December.

Union County Public Schools Says 2020-2021 Kindergarten Registration Now Available Online

Union County Public Schools (UCPS) says online kindergarten registration for the 2020-2021 school year is now available to parents and guardians.

Alexander County Man Charged After Father Dies Following Domestic Altercation

Authorities say a man is in custody after his father was found dead following an altercation in Alexander County on Monday.

One Dead, One Injured After Crash Involving Motorcycle And Vehicle In York County

One person died and another was injured following a collision involving a motorcycle and a vehicle in York County Monday night, according to the South Carolina State Highway Patrol.

Busch Passes Cindric In Overtime To Win Xfinity Race In Charlotte

Kyle Busch normally celebrates his victories by climbing on top of his race car and bowing to the crowd.

SC Education Leader Wants More Summer School Money

South Carolina’s top education official wanted $115 million for summer school programs to get some of the state’s most vulnerable students back on track after missing at least 10 weeks of in-person classes because of the coronavirus.

Memorial Day Looking Much Different During The Coronavirus

Events across the state being held virtually. Some pools and beaches opting to stay closed.

Hamlin Crew Members Suspended 4 Races Over Tungsten Drop

NASCAR on Monday suspended three critical crew members for Denny Hamlin’s team because a piece of tungsten fell off his car on the pace lap before the Coca-Cola 600.

How To Clean And Store Your Face Mask

Cloth face masks worn during the coronavirus pandemic should be washed regularly, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Wilson's World With Lowe's Home Improvement Honoring The Fallen

Wilson's World: Lowe's Home Improvement Honoring The Fallen

For the second consecutive Memorial Day, Lowe’s employees are designating a parking space to honor fallen service members. Each store has individualized the space, and will pause operations at 3 p.m. on Memorial Day to observe the National Moment of Remembrance.