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Month: November 2021

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Could pay raise help this rural NC school district find teachers? Leaders hope so

The Bladen County school system has money to hire teachers and teacher assistants. But it’s struggling to find people who want the job. Read more Continue reading Could pay raise help this rural NC school district find teachers? Leaders hope so

Sarah NagemSarah NagemNovember 23, 2021November 30, 2021
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UNC Pembroke gets record investment from state, a sign of the school’s rising reputation

UNC Pembroke is set to get a record investment from the state budget. Chancellor Cummings says it will be “transformative” for the school.Read more Continue reading UNC Pembroke gets record investment from state, a sign of the school’s rising reputation

Sarah NagemSarah NagemNovember 20, 2021November 23, 2021
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Rural North Carolina could benefit most from infrastructure plan. But leaders are wary

Rural North Carolina stands to benefit from the federal infrastructure plan. But some local leaders are wary of the spending. Read more Continue reading Rural North Carolina could benefit most from infrastructure plan. But leaders are wary

Sarah NagemSarah NagemNovember 18, 2021November 18, 2021
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As Lumbee tribe picks a new leader, will this be the year for full federal recognition?

The Lumbee tribe will elect a new leader on Nov. 9, about a week after the U.S. House voted in favor of full recognition for the tribe.Read more Continue reading As Lumbee tribe picks a new leader, will this be the year for full federal recognition?

Sarah NagemSarah NagemNovember 8, 2021November 10, 2021
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How would proposed legislative districts affect southeastern NC? Here’s a breakdown

Here’s a look at what the proposed North Carolina legislative maps would mean for Robeson, Columbus, Scotland and Bladen counties.Read more Continue reading How would proposed legislative districts affect southeastern NC? Here’s a breakdown

Sarah NagemSarah NagemNovember 3, 2021November 3, 2021
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Here’s what the proposed congressional map would mean for southeastern North Carolina

A committee of the NC Senate passed a congressional map with redrawn district lines for the U.S. House of Representatives. Read more Continue reading Here’s what the proposed congressional map would mean for southeastern North Carolina

Sarah NagemSarah NagemNovember 2, 2021November 2, 2021
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