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THE WORD: Bold as a lion
“The wicked man flees though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion.” Proverbs 28:1 The wicked are so desperately hardened that they have no fear of the most horrible dangers […]
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NC to receive over $200M from American Rescue Plan to promote small businesses
RALEIGH — The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced the approval of North Carolina’s application for funding under the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) for up to $201.9 million. The American Rescue Plan reauthorized […]
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Incumbents prevail in most July 26 local elections
RALEIGH — Incumbents won the majority of last Tuesday’s local elections in 15 of North Carolina counties. The summer elections, which were delayed due to the 2020 Census and legal wrangling over redistricting, saw light turnout, […]
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THE WORD: Separating yourself
“Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this — to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.” James 1:27 Holiness means separation unto God. The life which belongs to Christ […]
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Steinburg to resign seat, Hanig wants appointment
RALEIGH — State Sen. Bob Steinburg (R-Chowan) is resigning his seat in the N.C. Senate on July 31, and state Rep. Bobby Hanig (R-Currituck) wants to move to the chamber for the remainder of Steinburg’s term. […]
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Lenovo and Panthers partner to support NC small businesses
RALEIGH – Lenovo and the Carolina Panthers have announced the return of the Empowering the Carolinas contest to highlight and support small businesses across the Carolinas. The initiative is part of Lenovo’s Evolve Small campaign, which […]
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15 counties holding local elections Tuesday
RALEIGH — Tuesday, July 26 will see local elections in 15 counties covering mayoral races, city council races, school board races, and two runoffs for the office of sheriff. Many of the local elections were […]
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THE WORD: For final revision and approval
“No good thing will He withhold, from those who walk uprightly.” Psalm 84:11 This may seem to be a surprising statement at first glance. Does God withhold no good thing from His people? We must […]
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President Joe Biden tests positive for COVID-19
President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19, the White House announced Thursday morning. “Out of an abundance of transparency, the White House will provide a daily update on the President’s status as he continues to […]
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NC named best business climate in nation, after 2nd place in 2021
RALEIGH— North Carolina has been named the Best Business Climate in the nation by Business Facilities magazine, with Virginia, Utah, Texas and Tennessee in second through fifth place. The magazine’s complete 2022 Annual Rankings Report […]