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North Carolina GOP elections board members resign, allege 'bullying,' 'deceitful tactics'

By Elle Johnson | 4 years ago

Two Republican state Board of Elections members resigned in September over what they claimed was "bullying and deceitful tactics" from other board members staffers, governor and the state attorney general — all Democrats.

Small businesses can find resources, grants through North Carolina organization for online trade shows

By Elle Johnson | Sep 5, 2020

Small businesses that want to switch to virtual international trade shows can apply for many grants through the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina, the North Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (NCMA) said.

Canada-based furniture company coming to Guilford County; will add 201 jobs, generate millions for local economy

By Elle Johnson | Aug 17, 2020

A new furniture factory company is moving into Guilford County that will create 201 jobs, Gov. Roy Cooper said in early August.

North Carolina remains in Phase 2 reopening, complicating matters for business owners

By Elle Johnson | Aug 12, 2020

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper's continuance of the Phase 2 reopening plans has some business owners feeling left behind.

Guildford County Board of Education discusses potential for Plan B learning style for school year

By Elle Johnson | Jul 31, 2020

The Guilford County Board of Education is looking into options that would allow it to reopen schools for in-person learning under Gov. Roy Cooper's hybrid learning model.

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Transportation department facing furloughs after budget shortfall, claims of mismanagement

By Elle Johnson | 4 years ago

The North Carolina Department of Transportation will furlough employees to help manage a budget shortfall while the state auditor's report said the agency overspent its funding by almost $750 million.

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North Carolina Senate Republicans say church capacity rules show bias

By Elle Johnson | 4 years ago

North Carolina Senate Republicans alleged there is an unfair bias in Gov. Roy Cooper's executive order restricting the size of worship services.

Greensboro Virus Relief awards nearly $350K, brings total to $1.3M

By Elle Johnson | May 13, 2020

The Greensboro Virus Relief Taskforce recently awarded approximately $350,000 to 18 area nonprofits bringing its total awards $1.3 million to help community members struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Guilford County discusses when stay-at-home order will be lifted

By Elle Johnson | Apr 30, 2020

Greensboro City Council members defended the stay-at-home county's stay-at-home order, but some area lawmakers continue to raise questions about when the restrictions will end.