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Governor proclaims June 3rd - 7th as PFAS Awareness Week in North Carolina

By South Raleigh News | May 31, 2024

Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed June 3rd to 7th as PFAS Awareness Week in North Carolina, aiming to raise awareness about Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) found in drinking water. North Carolina has taken a leading role in PFAS regulation, holding polluters accountable and creating an Action Strategy to address contamination, protect drinking water, and implement rules limiting the amount of PFAS that companies can discharge.

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Charlotte man sentenced for defrauding homeowners in real estate scheme

By South Raleigh News | May 31, 2024

Dennis S. Lepka, Jr., 42, of Charlotte, North Carolina, has been sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison for his involvement in a real estate fraud scheme.

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NC State wins opening game against Bryant at NCAA Raleigh Regional

By South Raleigh News | May 31, 2024

NC State's baseball team secured a 9-2 victory over Bryant in the opening game of the NCAA Raleigh Regional at Doak Field.

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South Raleigh News area weekly mass times

By South Raleigh News | May 30, 2024

The following parishes in the South Raleigh News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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NC State joins Purdue in Rady Children’s Invitational basketball tournament

By South Raleigh News | May 30, 2024

NC State has been added to the lineup for the 2024 Rady Children's Invitational tournament, as announced by Sports San Diego.

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Attorney General Stein announces settlement easing NCAA transfer restrictions

By South Raleigh News | May 30, 2024

Attorney General Josh Stein announced a proposed settlement with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) that will permanently ease restrictions on Division I college athletes who have transferred schools multiple times, allowing them to play immediately after changing teams. The agreement, which requires approval by U.S. District Judge John Preston Bailey, aims to remove what the coalition of attorneys general views as an illegal restraint on athletes’ ability to pursue their best opportunities.

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NC State softball players earn NFCA All-Academic honors

By South Raleigh News | May 30, 2024

Five members of the NC State softball team have been recognized with All-Academic honors by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA).

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Governor Cooper discusses investments with Swiss companies during economic development trip

By South Raleigh News | May 30, 2024

Governor Cooper traveled to Switzerland for an economic development trip, meeting with 14 companies including Syngenta, ABB, and Novartis on Wednesday and Thursday. He also held discussions with Helene Budliger Artieda, Director of the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs. Additionally, the Governor hosted a roundtable with various companies and officials, including US Deputy Chief of Mission Brad Bell.

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NC State adds transfer Jasmine Conway to women's tennis roster for upcoming season

By South Raleigh News | May 30, 2024

Jasmine Conway, a tennis player from London, England, has signed with the NC State women's tennis team for the 2024-25 season.

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Refuse truck manufacturer expands East Coast operations with major investment in Rowan County

By South Raleigh News | May 30, 2024

Amrep Manufacturing Company, a producer of waste collection trucks, will expand its operations, adding 170 jobs and investing more than $21 million in Rowan County, Governor Cooper announced today.

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NC State opens NCAA regional against Bryant; hosts seventh regional under Coach Avent

By South Raleigh News | May 30, 2024

NC State, the No. 10 national seed in this year's NCAA Tournament, is set to open its 34th tournament appearance against Bryant on Friday night.

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Carter Holjes, former Cardinal Gibbons High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By South Raleigh News | May 30, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

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Adam Stuart, former Athens Drive High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By South Raleigh News | May 30, 2024

They open the tournament against Clemson Tigers.

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Carolina Hurricanes re-sign Ryan Suzuki to one-year contract

By South Raleigh News | May 29, 2024

Eric Tulsky, the Interim General Manager of the Carolina Hurricanes, has announced that forward Ryan Suzuki has been re-signed to a one-year, two-way contract. The deal includes $775,000 at the NHL level and $70,000 at the AHL level, with a guaranteed $90,000.

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Amelia Rajecki ends Wolfpack career with back-to-back ITA All-American honors

By South Raleigh News | May 29, 2024

Amelia Rajecki has concluded her career with the NC State Wolfpack by achieving ITA All-American status for the second consecutive year.

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Steel fabricator invests $2 million in Gaston County expansion

By South Raleigh News | May 29, 2024

J&L Machine and Fabrication, a steel fabrication and machining provider, will create 33 new jobs in Gaston County, Governor Cooper announced today. The company will invest more than $2.1 million to expand its production capacity in the Town of Stanley.

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Child rapist sentenced to 30 years in Pender County

By South Raleigh News | May 28, 2024

Attorney General Josh Stein announced on May 28, 2024, that a child rapist in Pender County has been sentenced to 30 years in prison.

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NC State softball players honored on CSC Academic All-District Team

By South Raleigh News | May 28, 2024

Three members of the NC State softball team have been named to the Academic All-District team, as announced by the College Sports Communicators (CSC) on Tuesday afternoon.

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Czechia claims gold at IIHF World Championship with help from Martin Necas

By South Raleigh News | May 28, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes forward Martin Necas contributed significantly to Czechia's victory over Switzerland in the 2024 IIHF World Championship Gold Medal Game. The tournament concluded on Sunday, with Czechia securing the gold medal.

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Governor Cooper meets German officials on economic development trip

By South Raleigh News | May 28, 2024

On Monday and Tuesday, Governor Cooper met with several companies in Germany, including Siemens AG, as part of an economic development trip. The Governor also spoke with the Bavarian Industry Association, the Bavarian Minister of Economic Affairs Hubert Aiwanger, and the Minister for European Affairs and International Relations Eric Beißwenger.