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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.

Moore: Cooper 'unwilling' to assist North Carolina businesses

By Elle Johnson | Jun 23, 2020

After Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed a bill that would permit outdoor seating for North Carolina establishments, State House Speaker Tim Moore (R-Cleveland) responded by saying that the governor is unwilling to help businesses.

House Speaker Moore asks Health and Human Services for more transparency about COVID-19 cases

By Elle Johnson | May 26, 2020

North Carolina House Speaker Tim Moore (R-Kings Mountain) is asking that the Department of Health and Human Services have more transparency when it comes to health conditions related to COVID-19.

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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.

McDowell County lifts rental business restrictions

By Elle Johnson | May 2, 2020

Commissioners in McDowell County have begun easing up on COVID-19 restrictions by rescinding parts of the county's state of emergency.

Essential workers to receive child care financial aid in North Carolina

By Elle Johnson | Apr 16, 2020

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is providing essential workers with financial assistance for child care and bonus to teachers and staff working at those programs.

In UNC-TV interview, North Carolina House Speakers discusses COVID-19 mitigation efforts

By Elle Johnson | Apr 8, 2020

North Carolina House Speaker Tim Moore (R-Kings Mountain) discussed the newly formed legislative task force that will help deal with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.