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SpaceX rocket seen over Richmond County skies
HAMLET — What was likely part of a SpaceX rocket was seen in the southeastern sky over Richmond County around 8:40 p.m. Saturday. Several people from across the state, including from Rockingham Dragway, posted photos on social media, thinking it may have been a comet — or a UFO.
Cicada mania: What to know about the 13-year emergence of Brood XIX (19)
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — While cicadas are causing a noisy ruckus in at least one South Carolina county, many are not yet awake in Western North Carolina. Why? It has to do with soil temperature. Once the temperature of the soil where the cicadas live at about 8" deep warms to a steady 64 degrees Fahrenheit, they'll start sounding off. Soil temperatures are already consistently warmer in South Carolina right now.
Forest Service warns of coyote attack on Uwharrie Trail
TROY, NC (LOOTPRESS) — The National Forests in North Carolina urge visitors to use extra caution following a recent coyote attack on the Uwharrie National Forest. The isolated incident occurred early in the morning on April 27 on the Uwharrie Trail near Big Island Creek. Two individuals received minor injuries during the incident, and Forest Service […]
North Carolina man dies weeks after shooting outside Myrtle Beach-area nightclub
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A person who was critically injured in a shooting at a Myrtle Beach-area club earlier this month has been identified. The Horry County Coroner’s Office said Jadis Nelson, 22, of Rockingham, North Carolina, died just after 10:30 p.m. Wednesday at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, where he’d been receiving care […]
PHOTOS: Hamlet’s Walk and Wag
HAMLET — More than $700 was raised for one local animal organization during the Saturday’s Walk and Wag at Main Street Park. The event, now in its third year, brought in $787 for Richmond County Operation Fix (formerly Animal Advocates) to help its mission of curbing the local unwanted pet population by helping residents through its spay and neuter program.
Expect Whataburger's North Carolina stores to debut in 2025
Whataburger expects to be in North Carolina by 2025, the company confirmed, declining to provide additional details.Why it matters: Whataburger is to Texas what In-And-Out is to California: A longstanding burger chain known for its fresh, juicy patties and its die-hard following.Zoom out: Like Shake Shack and Wegmans, Whataburger is a national brand that customers clamor for. When the company opened its first Nashville location in 2022, customers camped out and waited in line for hours.Driving the news: Whataburger is in its "very early phases" of planning restaurants in Raleigh, Cary and Durham, a spokesperson told the News & Observer...
Almost 2,300 more NC families get private-school vouchers as money runs out
North Carolina officials notified the families of almost 2,300 more students that they’ll get public money to cover private school tuition in August. But that shuts out approximately 56,000 students who applied for Opportunity Scholarships. Demand for tuition assistance exploded after last summer’s vote to:. Remove income limits...
Southeastern NC gets clear view of SpaceX rocket
Here's a look at what some of the food vendors will be offering at the 2023 N.C. State Fair in Raleigh. Starlink satellite train spotted over southeastern NC. Stargazers in southeastern NC were met by a perplexing, but explainable sight on the night of Thursday, Aug. 17. Bright green water...
PHOTOS: Klean Exhibition car show at Rockingham Speedway
ROCKINGHAM — Several cars and a motorcycle were lined up along pit road Saturday at Rockingham Speedway. MB Drift, which was hosting its first competitive event of the 2024 season, partnered with Klean Exhibition to add a car show element to The Initiation. The RO will have more on...
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