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Social Security Matters – Why Is My Social Security Retirement Benefit So Small?
By Russell Gloor, National Social Security Advisor at the AMAC Foundation, the non-profit arm of the Association of Mature American Citizens Dear Rusty: Can you help me understand? I have paid into Social…
Insect Shield LLC And Co-Founder’s Estate Agree To Pay $1.4M To Settle False Claims Act Allegations
WASHINGTON D.C. — Insect Shield LLC, located in North Carolina, and the Estate of Richard Lane, a co-founder and co-owner of Insect Shield, have agreed to pay a combined $1.4…
Three Wishes For The Telehealth Genie
By John Hood RALEIGH — According to folklore, extraordinary beings resent being confined within ordinary spaces. In “The Fisherman and the Jinni,” one of the stories Sheherazade tells her misguided…
Western NC Rail Corridor Would Deliver Major Economic Benefits
RALEIGH – A new study released by the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Rail Division highlights the significant economic and connectivity benefits of restoring passenger rail service between Salisbury and Asheville,…
NCDMV Warns About Surge In Text Scams
RALEIGH – The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) is warning North Carolinians about a new wave of scam text messages threatening license suspension, fines, and other penalties. The message claims…
Keep Recent Economic News in Perspective
By John Hood RALEIGH — Here are three stories about North Carolina’s economy that made headlines last week — each undeniably newsworthy and yet each requiring more information to put…
NC Travelers Without REAL ID Or Another Acceptable ID Will Pay $45 Fee Starting Feb. 1
RALEIGH – Airline passengers who do not have a REAL ID driver license, state ID card, or another acceptable form of ID after Saturday, Jan. 31 will have to pay a…
Social Security Matters – Am I Entitled To More Social Security As A Veteran?
By Russell Gloor, National Social Security Advisor at the AMAC Foundation, the non-profit arm of the Association of Mature American Citizens Dear Rusty: I served in the U.S. Army from July…
State Shifting NEVI Strategy To Put EV Charging Stations Where Needed Most
RALEIGH – North Carolina transportation officials are hoping a strategic shift will allow them to buildout electric vehicle charging stations in more places where they are needed. The N.C. Department…
Warbirds Front Office Takes Shape
Team Announces Inaugural Front Office Staff WILSON – The Wilson Warbirds announced Monday the front office staff that will represent the organization for their inaugural season, which begins on Tuesday, April 14th against the Lynchburg Hillcats. The Warbirds leadership team is anchored by:Joe…
Renovations Await Richmond County Rest Area
ELLERBE – With a long-term agreement recently secured with the Town of Ellerbe, the N. C. Department of Transportation has begun making plans to renovate a rest area on U.S.…
Grants Awarded To Improve NC Freight Rail System
RALEIGH – The N.C. Department of Transportation’s Rail Division is investing $16.3 million to improve freight rail infrastructure on 12 short line railroads and at the Port of Morehead City. “These…
