September 2024 Archives

November 21, 2024

Albemarle police make arrest after headquarters shooting investigation

September 4, 2024 Jesse Deal 0

ALBEMARLE — On Tuesday afternoon, the Albemarle Police Department announced that it has made an arrest after shots were fired at its headquarters building and an unmarked police vehicle on Sunday morning. James Edgar Amaendus […]

Gold Star families defend Trump’s Arlington Cemetery visit

September 1, 2024 The North State Journal Comments Off

Bill Barnett, left, and former President Donald Trump place a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Solider in honor of Staff Sgt. Darin Taylor Hoover, Barnett’s grandson, at Arlington National Cemetery last Monday at […]

THOMPSON: Congress must make small business tax deductions permanent

November 17, 2024 Comments Off on THOMPSON: Congress must make small business tax deductions permanent
Crutchfield & Willis: North Carolina must count every vote

November 9, 2024 Comments Off on Crutchfield & Willis: North Carolina must count every vote
KELLOGG & HOELSCHER: Dual status disaster

October 26, 2024 Comments Off on KELLOGG & HOELSCHER: Dual status disaster

Senate Republicans announce key leadership positions
RALEIGH — The North Carolina General Assembly Senate has reelected Sen. Phil Berger (R-Eden) to continue to lead that chamber. “I’m thankful my colleagues have chosen me to lead the Senate for this upcoming biennium and look forward [...] The post Senate Republicans announce key leadership positions first appeared on The North State Journal.
Here are the North Carolina races headed to recounts
RALEIGH — Multiple General Assembly races have come in with under a 1% margin separating candidates and are headed to a recount, as is the state Supreme Court race. “Recounts are a regular part of [...] The post Here are the North Carolina races headed to recounts first appeared on The North State Journal.
House Republicans pick new leadership for 2025
RALEIGH — Elections were held to choose House leadership spots on Tuesday and were announced at a press conference following Republican caucus voting. Key positions announced included: Rep. Brendan Jones was named majority leader, replacing [...] The post House Republicans pick new leadership for 2025 first appeared on The North State Journal.
Taylor Swift wins big, Rita Ora, Pet Shop Boys pay tribute to Liam Payne at MTV EMAs
MANCHESTER, England — Taylor Swift came out on top at the 2024 MTV EMAs on Sunday, walking away with best artist, best U.S. act, best live act and best video for “Fortnight” (featuring Post Malone). [...] The post Taylor Swift wins big, Rita Ora, Pet Shop Boys pay tribute to Liam Payne at MTV EMAs […]
Carvana CEO: Interest rate cuts, price declines should make used vehicles more affordable
DETROIT — Since it started selling cars in 2013, Carvana has disrupted the U.S. used vehicle market with no-haggle pricing and an online buying process that cuts out the often-dreaded salesman. CEO and co-founder Ernie [...] The post Carvana CEO: Interest rate cuts, price declines should make used vehicles more affordable first appeared on The […]
Former NC House Rep. Jason Saine joins The Southern Group
RALEIGH — Former North Carolina House Rep. Jason Saine is joining the Florida-based lobbying powerhouse The Southern Group, according to a press release received by North State Journal. Saine departed the legislature earlier this year, [...] The post Former NC House Rep. Jason Saine joins The Southern Group first appeared on The North State Journal.