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Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced that Cosmetics & Cleaners International LLC, a leading contract manufacturer of cosmetics and personal care products, will add 24 new jobs in Guilford County. The company will invest $8.4 million to establish a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the City of High Point.

Governor announces comprehensive plan aimed at improving prisoner reintegration

Today, Governor Cooper announced the release of the Reentry 2030 Strategic Plan, approved last week by the Governor’s Joint Reentry Council. The Joint Reentry Council was established in January by Governor Cooper’s Executive Order No. 303, which directed whole-of-government coordination to improve reentry for formerly incarcerated people and issued specific directives developed in partnership with each cabinet agency, the Office of State Human Resources, and the Post-Release Supervision and Parole Commission. The Reentry Strategic Plan contains 26 objectives aimed at...

Sean Brown named to Butkus Award preseason watch list

NC State linebacker Sean Brown has been named to the 2024 Butkus Award preseason watch list, announced today, August 13. The award is presented annually to the top linebacker in college football.

Jewelers Mutual Group announces expansion creating 200 jobs

Jewelers Mutual® Group, a leading insurer dedicated to protecting jewelry and jewelry businesses, will establish a new office in Wake County focused on creating data-driven solutions for its customers, resulting in 200 new jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest $5.8 million in Raleigh.

Governor Cooper joins commanders' council meeting at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point

Today, Governor Roy Cooper visited Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point where he participated in the North Carolina Commanders’ Council Meeting and joined officials on a tour of the installation. The Governor was joined by North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Secretary Grier Martin, Marine Corps Installation East Commander and North Carolina Commander’s Council Chair, Col Ralph J. Rizzo Jr., and other military base leaders as they highlighted North Carolina’s commitment to supporting service members and their families.

Local Government Meeting today in South Raleigh

South Raleigh City Council Meeting starting at 1 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Government events this week in South Raleigh: Aug. 11-17

The following events are scheduled to take place in South Raleigh this week.

Davin Vann named to Chuck Bednarik Award watch list

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. – Davin Vann, a player for the NC State Wolfpack football team, has been named to the 30th Chuck Bednarik Award Watch List.

NC State swimmers excel at Paris Olympics

PARIS, France—The 2024 Paris Olympic Games proved memorable for Wolfpack Swim and Dive, with past and current NC State swimmers securing four medals and multiple top finishes.

North Carolina launches statewide hospital-led effort to relieve billions in medical debt

Governor Roy Cooper and Health and Human Services Secretary Kody H. Kinsley announced today that all eligible hospitals in North Carolina have committed to the state's medical debt relief program. This initiative aims to alleviate medical debt for millions of residents, with all 99 eligible hospitals participating.

Religious meetings this week in South Raleigh: Aug. 11-17

The following religious meetings are scheduled to happen in South Raleigh this week.

Family & kids events this week in South Raleigh: Aug. 11-17

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in South Raleigh this week.

Entertainment events this week in South Raleigh: Aug. 11-17

By South Raleigh News | Aug 11, 2024

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in South Raleigh this week.

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South Raleigh News area weekly mass times

By South Raleigh News | Aug 10, 2024

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

Wake County home sales in week ending Aug. 3

By South Raleigh News | Aug 10, 2024

There was one reported residential sale in Wake County in the week ending Aug. 3, according to BlockShopper.com.

NC State’s Zeke Correll added to Rimington Trophy watch list

Zeke Correll named to Rimington Trophy watch list

Court upholds NC law requiring sex offender registration

Attorney General Josh Stein has successfully defended a state law designed to protect North Carolinians from individuals convicted of sexual offenses.

Justin Joly named to John Mackey Award preseason watch list

Redshirt junior tight end Justin Joly has been named to the 2023 John Mackey Award Watch List. The Mackey Award is given annually to the most outstanding collegiate tight end.

North Carolinians advised caution as tropical system Debby exits