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 first, the forecast…
(Spectrum News 1/Gary Stephenson)
Skies will become partly cloudy and mostly clear with light winds, leading to a cool start to the weekend. Temperatures will drop to the 40s and 50s by sunrise across most of the state and then warm up to just the 60s and 70s in the afternoon. Although Saturday will be mostly dry with cloudy skies, a few showers could show up in the afternoon and evening along the southern border. More rain is expected on Sunday with showers and storms likely for early next week.
Unique competition helps utility workers stay safe in the field
Linework is ranked among the most dangerous jobs in the country. The linemen rodeo is a competition where workers compete in events based on task and skill. Tony Hurlocker is the first lineworker in Concord Electric Systems’ history to qualify and compete in the national competition. Read more >>>
Asian Americans advocate for policy issues during APAH Month
North Carolina Asian Americans Together hosted the fourth annual Advocacy Day at the General Assembly in downtown Raleigh. About 70 people attended and visited 65 legislators to speak about voter rights, immigrant rights, language access and mental health policies. Read more >>>
Gilded Age Antiques reopens after Helene causes major damage
For seven years Gilded Age Antiques has been a love for Olivia Daly. Just six months ago this showroom full of English majolica, designer handbags and other rare pieces looked different. It was full of mud and silt. There was 7 feet of water that left behind so much silt that she was able to touch the ceiling. Read more >>>
How the Trump administration is impacting the electric vehicle industry in North Carolina
The electric vehicle industry has recently made moves to build its presence in North Carolina, but recent moves by the Trump administration could pose a challenge for the industry in the state and around the country. Read more >>>
Entrepreneurship, education and service fuel High School Scholar
A Charlotte high school senior who is an entrepreneur passionate about giving back is one of the Spectrum High School Scholars this year. Jade Smith, who is graduating from Charlotte Lab School, hopes to motivate children to follow their dreams. Read more >>>Â
Fallen N.C. officers honored during annual ceremonial event
Families and police agencies packed a North Carolina church to honor fallen officers. The annual event pays respect to those officers and loved ones for their service. A North Carolina woman shares how the event is providing comfort during these times. Read more >>>
‘We could not survive without them’: Farmer reflects on H-2A visa workers as visa changes continue
H-2A Visas are legal work visas for foreign workers for temporary agricultural work. These workers are a vital part of North Carolina’s agricultural economy. Some farmers fear revokes of the visa program, other farmers hope for more year round help. Read more >>>Â
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This weekend in North Carolina: Music, markets and graduations for Mother’s Day weekend
Mother’s Day is this weekend. If you haven’t gotten a gift for your mom yet, you could take her out to see Pearl Jam in Raleigh, Old Crow Medicine Show in Winston-Salem or Ricky Skaggs in Wilmington. If music isn’t her thing, there’s a vintage market in Burlington and the Beach Wrestling National Championships in Carolina Beach. Read more >>>
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