COVID-19

NC DMV Headquarters Reopens
Protocols in place for returning employees RALEIGH – The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles this morning re-opened its headquarters in Raleigh, which closed May 7 after an employee tested positive…

North Carolina Has 14th Highest Identity Theft Rate
Coronavirus-related scams have proliferated in recent weeks. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), some businesses have already been reprimanded for misleading claims around coronavirus treatments and cures. But not…

Conference Call For Selma Town Council Meeting
SELMA – Due to restrictions related to COVID-19, the Town of Selma will implement extra measures to ensure their Town Council Meeting on Tuesday, May 12th will remain an open…

Wayne County Will Reopen Most Offices Monday
GOLDSBORO – As North Carolina enters Phase 1 of easing restrictions due to COVID-19, Wayne County will be reopening most offices to the public beginning Monday, May 11th. On Monday,…

How Has COVID-19 Changed Us?
By: Ellen Cora Political Liaison at the Association of Mature American Citizens America weathered the Great Depression, two World Wars, other conflicts and upheavals during the past centuries – all…

Godwin Mfg.: ‘We wanted to be the good guys.’
Without a supply of chassis, work slows, but owner increases pay By Lisa Farmer Pat Godwin Sr. is deploying a strategy he used when the recession hit in 2008. He…

Wear, Wait, Wash to Continue Slowing the Spread of COVID-19
Wear. Wait. Wash. As North Carolina moves to ease some COVID-19 restrictions at the end of this week, the NC Department of Health and Human Services is asking people to…

Are Delivery Drivers Covered Under Their Own Car Insurance? Key Factors To Know
Since the start of the pandemic, there is increased demand for delivery drivers. Whether it’s for a restaurant, grocery store, medical supply or pharmacy, drivers need to be aware of…

DMV Headquarters Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19
RALEIGH – The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles was notified today that an employee at the DMV headquarters in Raleigh tested positive for COVID-19. The employee, who worked in an…

The Town Of Benson And Phase One Of The State Reopening Plan
This week, the Governor’s Office announced plans to move forward with Phase One of North Carolina’s reopening plan. Phase One will go into effect on Friday, March 8, 2020 at…

New Portal Opens to File Claims for COVID-19 Testing and Treatment of Uninsured Patients
RALEIGH – Health care providers and hospitals can use a new portal to request reimbursement for claims associated with COVID-19 testing and treatment of uninsured patients retroactive to Feb. 4,…

School Buses To Serve As Wi-Fi Hot Spots For Remote Learning In Johnston, Other Counties
Donations to help equip more than 280 school buses in 29 counties with Wi-Fi Starting this week, additional school buses will bring internet access to communities without it to help…








