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Fayetteville cooling shelters confirmed for August 17-23
19+ hour, 31+ min ago (162+ words) FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — With temperatures still dangerously high across the region, the City of Fayetteville is continuing to have cooling shelters available to keep residents and their pets safe. Anyone is welcome and encouraged to use the centers. The…...
Nineteen-year-old Winston-Salem man drowns at Pebble Beach in Davidson County
13+ hour, 32+ min ago (44+ words) The sheriff's office said Eliezer Sanchez was swimming when he became distressed and was unable to safely make it back to shore. The sheriff's office said Eliezer Sanchez was swimming when he became distressed and was unable to safely make…...
North Carolina governor vetoes controversial bill that would change elections
41+ min ago (166+ words) RALEIGH, N.C. (WLOS) — North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein has vetoed the controversial House Bill 958, a measure that would change the state's voting, elections and the state auditor's powers. During a "Protect Our Vote" event at the Executive Mansion in Raleigh on…...
Stein vetoes N.C. election bill over early voting cuts
1+ hour, 17+ min ago (389+ words) Gov. Josh Stein vetoed House Bill 958, a controversial piece of legislation that has highlighted a partisan divide over proposed changes to North Carolina’s election laws. Republicans support the bill, arguing it would enhance election integrity and reduce government costs, while…...
A proposed emergency room along Robinhood Road will be discussed in public hearing Tuesday
1+ hour, 17+ min ago (377+ words) A proposed Novant Health emergency facility along Robinhood Road in Winston-Salem has sparked concerns among nearby residents about traffic congestion and noise. The $15.9 million project would include eight emergency beds, triage, and advanced imaging, and is planned for a four-acre…...
Ryder Trucks announces 73 layoffs coming to Fayetteville
13+ hour, 40+ min ago (100+ words) A truck rental company has announced impending layoffs in Fayetteville. Ryder sent a WARN (Worker Adjustment Retraining and Notification Act) notice to employees alerting them to the mass layoffs. Effective Oct. 12, 73 workers will be let go as the Ryder location…...
From city streets to racetrack: Washington revs up for Freedom 250 Grand Prix
2+ hour, 7+ min ago (256+ words) Downtown Washington, D.C., is quickly transforming into a racetrack for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, a multimillion-dollar event celebrating America’s 250th birthday this weekend. Some of the busiest, high-traffic areas, including Pennsylvania Avenue, are completely shut down, with fencing stretching for blocks. The…...
Dolly Parton misses Dollywood opening, shares health update
2+ hour, 7+ min ago (281+ words) Dolly Parton missed the opening of a new ride at Dollywood on Friday. But the country music superstar appeared in a video during the event in which she celebrated the ride's opening and provided an update on her health. The…...
Trump wants to reduce joint military exercises with South Korea. What are they for?
2+ hour, 7+ min ago (458+ words) President Donald Trump said he’s instructed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to “substantially reduce” U.S.-South Korea joint military exercises. He said this was “based on my very good relationship” with North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un. In an Aug....
Greensboro neighbors: Obituaries for August 17
6+ hour, 41+ min ago (213+ words) (23) updates to this series since Updated 23 mins ago The Honorable Frank William Bullock, Jr. Retired Col. James Thomas Ellis, III Deborah Cockman Goodykoontz (Debbie) transitioned peacefully on August 9, 2026, at the age of 77. Born in Greensboro, she spent most of her…...