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05/13/2026 · Brunswick County
Tropical Storm Dexter Forms Off NC Coast, No Direct Threat
Tropical Storm Dexter spun to life late Monday off North Carolina's coast, marking the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. Though moving away from the U.S. East Coast, state officials urge coastal residents to review preparedness plans amid active tropics. The system poses no threat to North Carolina landfall.
NC Senate Advances Federal Voucher Opt-In Amid Stein Veto Fight
The North Carolina Senate has passed House Bill 87 to join a new federal school choice tax credit program, setting up a clash with Gov. Josh Stein's veto. Republicans hail it as a win for parental freedom, while Democrats warn of drained public school funds. With vouchers already surging to $463 million this year, the debate intensifies over education priorities.
05/04/2026
Guard Mobilizes as Western NC Battles Spring Wildfire Season
The North Carolina National Guard has activated personnel and heavy equipment to support local fire departments battling wildfires across the state's western mountains. The deployment marks the latest in a series of emergency responses that have tested the Guard's disaster relief capabilities over the past eighteen months.
05/02/2026
NC Coastal Communities Secure Millions in Helene Recovery Funds
North Carolina's coastal towns battered by Hurricane Helene are receiving a wave of state and federal funds to rebuild resilient infrastructure. From $685 million in water system grants to beach renourishment projects, eastern counties are prioritizing flood defenses and public access. These investments signal a long-term push against future storms in the fragile barrier islands.
05/02/2026
NC Rep. Edwards Denies Affair Allegations in Ethics Probe
U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards, the Republican voice for Western North Carolina's mountains, faces a House Ethics Committee investigation over claims of sexual misconduct with a former aide. The probe, sparked by a witness's account of improper behavior, has roiled his Asheville-based office and drawn national scrutiny. Edwards flatly denies wrongdoing, calling the accusations politically motivated as he seeks re-election.
05/02/2026
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