A woman has been charged with involuntary manslaughter after a tragic fireworks accident in Dunn claimed the life of a 7-year-old boy. Police say an illegal firework was launched into an apartment window, sparking a fire that turned deadly. Dunn Police Chief Timothy “Lynn” Gay said Brittany Armstrong faces a warrant for involuntary manslaughter. Authorities […]
If you’re looking to save on summer shopping, Walmart and Sam’s Club are cutting prices on thousands of popular items. Cookout favorites like ground beef, sweet corn, cherries, ice cream, and soft drinks are all included, along with savings on household essentials, clothing, toys, and more. The deals are available in-store, online, and through pickup […]
With the drought continuing across North Carolina, more communities are asking residents to cut back on water use. Fayetteville has activated voluntary Stage 1 water restrictions, encouraging people to limit outdoor watering, avoid washing cars, and hold off on filling pools. Holly Springs is now under a Stage 1 water shortage alert, with outdoor watering […]
If you need to take care of your driver’s license in Durham, there’s a temporary North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles office now open on Palmer Street. It’s offering express services like renewals and duplicate licenses while the South Miami Boulevard location remains closed because of a bed bug infestation. The regular office is expected […]
The Town of Cary in North Carolina has been ranked as the fifth safest city for drivers in the United States. Other North Carolina cities like Fayetteville, Durham, Greensboro, and Raleigh also ranked among the safest places to drive. However, Raleigh, Durham, and Fayetteville were noted for having some of the highest rates of hard braking in […]
NBA star Trey Murphy III is teaming up with Durham Parks and Recreation for the 3rd Annual Back-to-School Community Bash in Durham. The event, scheduled for July 25, will feature games, arts and crafts, free school supplies, health screenings, and more. Murphy, a forward for the New Orleans Pelicans, will be present to engage with […]
The Triangle is once again earning high marks for education. A new WalletHub study ranks the Durham-Chapel Hill metro area as the second-most educated in the country, while Raleigh-Cary comes in at number seven. The rankings looked at factors like college degrees, public school quality, and educational equity, highlighting the Triangle as one of the […]
Cumberland County has opened cooling centers to help residents escape the dangerous heat, with temperatures expected to reach triple digits this week. Multiple government buildings in Cumberland County and the City of Fayetteville have been designated as cooling centers for those without access to air conditioning or in need of a cool, safe place to […]
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH DR. ROBINSON FAMILY AND FRIENDS – ALUMNI AND STAFF OF ST. AUG. Dr. Prezell R. Robinson was former president of St. Aug. Saint Augustine’s University is mourning the loss of former president Dr. Prezell R. Robinson, who passed away at the age of 105. A proud SAU graduate, Dr. Robinson served […]
Graphic designer Brianna Dowd is bringing her hometown some shine. The Durham native has earned a nomination at the 41st Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards for her work in the Recorded Music Packaging category. Dowd shared the news during an interview with Melissa Wade on The Light 103.9. The awards ceremony takes place Saturday, Aug. […]
Gospel powerhouse Lonnie Hunter recently sat down with Melissa Wade of The Light 103.9 to share the story behind his new single, “Flow Like a River.” The song earned the coveted “Pick Hit of the Week,” and Hunter opened up about why this track means so much to him. “I’m living with this song, and […]
Tangled Vows Raleigh: Ursula Edwards Talks Gripping Stage Play When the stage lights come up at the Martin Marietta Center on July 18, audiences in Raleigh will get more than a night of entertainment. They’ll get a mirror. Ursula Edwards, the writer, director, and producer behind “Tangled Vows” and her company Inspire 23 Productions, recently […]