Appalachian State Student Dies Following COVID Complications
The University of North Carolina system reported its first coronavirus-related student death on Tuesday since several campuses reopened with at least partial in-person learning last month.
Charlotte Music Venue Owners Make A Plea to Council For Funds
"Itβs become very Dire," said Joe Kuhlmann speaking to Charlotte City council on Monday night. He's part of a group that is pushing for financial support for local music venues.Β
Visitors Allowed Into Nursing Homes Under Certain Conditions
Visitors are now allowed into nursing homes in North Carolina if those facilities meet certain conditions.
Worldwide Death Toll From Coronavirus Eclipses 1 Million
The worldwide death toll from the coronavirus has eclipsed 1 million, nine months into a crisis that has devastated the global economy, tested world leadersβ resolve, pitted science against politics and forced multitudes to change the way they live, learn and work.
Carolina Insight: South Charlotte General & Vascular Surgery
On todayβs Carolina Insight, we hear from the highly skilled doctors at South Charlotte General & Vascular Surgery.
Charlotte Local Music Venue Owners Plan to Ask City Council for Help
The owners of several independent music venues in Charlotte plan to speak out in front of City Council on Monday night. They're hoping to convince local leaders to provide them with money from the Cares Act, so they can stay afloat as their doors remain closed.
Cabarrus County Courthouse Closes After Positive COVID Cases
Cabarrus County Courthouse officials say they will close Monday, September 28th to reschedule cases after a Court employee and a Magistrate's Office employee tested positive for coronavirus.
Military Suicides Up As Much As 20% In COVID Era
Military suicides have increased by as much as 20% this year compared to the same period in 2019, and some incidents of violent behavior have spiked as service members struggle under COVID-19, war-zone deployments, national disasters and civil unrest.
U.S. Colleges Struggle To Salvage Semester Amid Outbreaks
Colleges across the country are struggling to salvage the fall semester amid skyrocketing coronavirus cases, entire dorm complexes and frat houses under quarantine, and flaring tensions with local community leaders over the spread of the disease.
Project Scientist Launches Virtual After-School STEM Club For Girls
Project Scientist says they are launching a virtual after-school STEM club for girls ages 4 to 12-years-old with scholarships available to those in need starting October 14th.
Gaston County Resumes Bus Services For Veterans
Gaston County officials say since the VA has restarted in-patient appointments the county is resuming bus services to veterans in need.
Mecklenburg County Officials Provide COVID-19 Update
Mecklenburg County officials held a press conference on September 25th to update the public on the county's COVID-19 response. County Manager Dena R. Diorio, Health Director Gibbie Harris, and other leaders spoke.
Charlotte Expands Eligibility For Food Service Recovery Program
Charlotte expands the eligibility requirements for the Food Service Recovery Program allowing small businesses more opportunities to receive the grant, according to a news release.
Students Want Professor Fired for Covid Propaganda
A New York University student is demanding her professor be fired for allegedly telling students that wearing face masks doesn't prevent the spread of covid-19.
Panthers Readying To Welcome Fans Back to BofA Following Announcement By Gov. Cooper
Preparations are underway to welcome fans back into Bank of America stadium.Β An announcement by Governor Roy Cooper on Tuesday allows large outdoor venues to open up in the coming weeks.
NC Gov. Cooper Says Large Outdoor Venues Can Possibly Open At 7% Capacity Starting Next Week
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper announced Tuesday that the state is likely to take the next step towards Phase 3 of reopening by allowing large venues to open at a reduced capacity.
South Carolina's Lieutenant Governor Returns After COVID-19
South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette has returned to public life after being diagnosed with COVID-19 earlier this month.
βUnfathomableβ: US Death Toll From Coronavirus Hits 200,000
The U.S. death toll from the coronavirus topped 200,000 Tuesday, a figure unimaginable eight months ago when the scourge first reached the worldβs richest nation with its sparkling laboratories, top-flight scientists and stockpiles of medicines and emergency supplies.
STRIVE For Healthier Futures To Open Atrium Health's First Vaccine Clinical Trial Aimed At Addressing The Prevention Of COVID-19
A new vaccine research program, βSTRIVE for Healthier Futures,β has been developed at Atrium Health with a goal of identifying a vaccine that safely and effectively prevents the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
South Carolina Unemployment Falls, But Tourism Jobs Vanish
South Carolinaβs unemployment picture has improved overall, with 20,000 people finding work and businesses reopening as they adjust to the COVID-19 pandemic.
NC Unemployment Rate Falls To Nearly Half Of Lockdown's Peak
North Carolinaβs unemployment rate dropped markedly in August, according to state figures, falling to nearly half the record rate during the spring at the height of business and movement restrictions issued during the COVID-19 pandemic.
NC State Supt. of Public Instruction Pushing For All Students To Return To In Person Instruction
The North Carolina Superintendent of Public Instruction pushed for all students to return to in person learning during an interview with WCCB.Β
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