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NC State softball announces new graduate managers

By South Raleigh News | Aug 22, 2024

NC State softball head coach Lindsay Leftwich announced Thursday that Ali Newland and Regan Spencer have joined the program as graduate managers.

NC State men's golf announces schedule for upcoming season

By South Raleigh News | Aug 21, 2024

NC State men's golf head coach Press McPhaul announced the team's 2024-25 competition schedule on Wednesday.

Governor Cooper announces start of RISE Award nominations for 2024-2025

By South Raleigh News | Aug 21, 2024

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced the commencement of the 2024-2025 application period for the North Carolina Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE) Award. Established by Congress in 2019 and managed by the U.S. Department of Education, this award honors classified school employees who provide exemplary service.

NC State women’s golf reveals comprehensive schedule for upcoming season

By South Raleigh News | Aug 21, 2024

The NC State women's golf team has announced its 2024-25 schedule, as revealed on Wednesday. The team will participate in 10 regular season tournaments, including two at home. The Pack aims to make its 20th NCAA Regional appearance as a team and fifth NCAA Championship berth in Darby Sligh's second season at the helm, seventh overall.

Eight NC State players named to Reese's Senior Bowl watch list

By South Raleigh News | Aug 21, 2024

RALEIGH, NC – NC State football was well represented on the 2024 Reese's Senior Bowl watch list, with eight players earning recognition.

NC State men’s soccer to open season against High Point

By South Raleigh News | Aug 21, 2024

NC State men's soccer will commence its 2024 regular season campaign on Thursday night at home against High Point. The match is scheduled for a 6 p.m. start at Dail Soccer Field.

NC state women’s basketball team set to play in jimmy v classic

By South Raleigh News | Aug 21, 2024

RALEIGH, N.C. - The NC State women's basketball team will participate in the 2024 Jimmy V Women's Classic Presented by Corona. As one of three games chosen for the Jimmy V Men's and Women's Classic, NC State will face Louisville on Sunday, Dec. 15 at 1 p.m. on ABC. This game will serve as the ACC opener for both teams.

Governor Cooper criticizes increased funding for NC private school vouchers

By South Raleigh News | Aug 21, 2024

With the new school year beginning in North Carolina, Republican lawmakers remain committed to allocating hundreds of millions more taxpayer dollars into vouchers for private schools. Despite more than 80% of school-aged children in North Carolina attending public schools daily, Republican legislators are compelling public schools, educators, and students to operate with reduced funding.

Local Government Meetings today in South Raleigh

By South Raleigh News | Aug 20, 2024

South Raleigh Local Government Meetings today.

Janet Okeke selected for Canadian under-20 team at FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup

By South Raleigh News | Aug 20, 2024

RALEIGH, N.C. – NC State women's soccer freshman defender Janet Okeke has been selected as one of 21 players named to the Canadian Women's Soccer Under-20 Team for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, according to an announcement by the federation on Monday afternoon.

North Carolina school boards urge funding priority shift from vouchers to public education

By South Raleigh News | Aug 20, 2024

As Governor Cooper continues the “Year of Public Schools,” school boards from at least 10 school districts are calling on the General Assembly to make meaningful investments in teacher pay and fully fund public schools instead of further expanding the state’s taxpayer-funded private school voucher scheme.

Local Government Meetings today in South Raleigh

By South Raleigh News | Aug 19, 2024

South Raleigh Local Government Meetings today.

Government events this week in South Raleigh: Aug. 18-24

By South Raleigh News | Aug 19, 2024

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

Governor Cooper advocates increased funding amid debate over private school vouchers

By South Raleigh News | Aug 19, 2024

As the school year begins, Governor Roy Cooper will continue "The Year of Public Schools," highlighting developments in North Carolina public schools and urging the legislature to fully fund public education and invest in teacher pay.

Governor Cooper announces $4 million grant for apprenticeship expansion

By South Raleigh News | Aug 19, 2024

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced that the North Carolina Business Committee of Education (NCBCE) has been awarded $4 million from the U.S. Department of Labor to expand the use of Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs) in high-demand fields. This grant is part of the Biden-Harris administration’s $195 million investment through the Apprenticeship Building America program.

Family & kids events this week in South Raleigh: Aug. 18-24

By South Raleigh News | Aug 19, 2024

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

Religious meetings this week in South Raleigh: Aug. 18-24

By South Raleigh News | Aug 19, 2024

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

Entertainment events this week in South Raleigh: Aug. 18-24

By South Raleigh News | Aug 19, 2024

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