Your weekend is here, Tar Heel State, and it’s time to take a look back at some of the stories that were in our headlines this week.
But the first, the forecast…
(Spectrum News 1/Gary Stephenson)
If you’re making outdoor plans for the weekend, keep an eye to the sky.
Scattered storms will be possible both weekend days with the highest chance during the afternoon and evening hours.
Fueled by summer-like temperatures, some of the storms could become strong with locally heavy rain, frequent lightning, damaging wind gusts and hail.
The weekend will just be the start of an unsettled weather pattern that will keep afternoon storms in our forecast into much of next week.
A tale of two inns: Stories of survival and hope after Helene
Helene forced key closures along the Blue Ridge Parkway, including the Pisgah Inn during its busiest month, cutting off seasonal revenue until spring. The Celo Inn in Yancey County was destroyed by flooding, displacing the Hardy family who lived in and ran the inn. Federal assistance has been difficult to access, leaving some families and business owners without clear recovery timelines. Read more >>>
‘It’s not over, keep going’: State program helps those reentering society get work skills
The North Carolina DOT’s Transitional Work Pilot Program just finished its first session. The program helps those who are looking for work after incarceration. All five of the first participants had job offers after completing the program. The next session is in Asheville and starts June 9. Read more >>>
N.C. prepares for a potentially scaled-back FEMA this hurricane season
An internal report by the N.C. Governor’s Office looks at impacts of a scaled-back FEMA. The report comes after a memo was obtained from the former acting FEMA administrator. The memo proposes making it harder for states to qualify for federal disaster assistance. Read more >>>
Raleigh woman pushes through MS with the help of art
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society says nearly one million people are living with MS in the United States. Ten thousand new cases of MS are diagnosed in the country each year. Marydith Sanders of Raleigh says painting has helped her deal with the disease, which she has had for 22 years. Read more >>>
‘Been a journey’: Store owner mounts comeback after tornado ripped through Rocky Mount
More EF3 tornadoes formed out of tropical storms in 2024 than in any prior calendar year. A tornado spawned by Hurricane Helene in September caused hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage in Rocky Mount. Some businesses affected by the disaster are likely to remain closed, but one specialty clothing store is making a comeback. Read more >>>
Should whole milk return to school cafeterias?
Only fat-free and low-fat milk have been served in schools participating in the National School Lunch Program. Bipartisan legislation would bring back whole milk. Whole milk is a topic of debate in the health community. Read more >>>
‘It is a big need’: N.C. needs almost 1,000 doctors for geriatric patients, medical group says
From its coast to its mountains, North Carolina has much to offer, including a spot for retirees to settle down. With the Tar Heel State consistently ranking in the top states to retire, special care will be needed to accommodate this age group like geriatricians, but a national shortage in this field may not keep up with the demand. Read more >>>
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This weekend in North Carolina: Marlin tournament, international food, super regionals
Expect bustling streets and packed venues across North Carolina this weekend, no matter your location. The trails in western North Carolina will be busy, and hopefully more than usual after Stephen Colbert and Gov. Josh Stein put out a call earlier this week for tourists to return to the mountains. So, consider yourself invited to join others for N.C. Trail Days. Read more >>>
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