State Board Dismisses Columbus County Election Complaint
The complaint accused the local elections board chair of failing to provide virtual access to a meeting.
Chemours Settles Forever Chemicals Lawsuit Out of Court
More than 2,600 plaintiffs sued the chemical manufacturer for releasing GenX and other PFAS into the Cape Fear River.
Rising Costs for State Health Plan Strain Local Budgets
Whiteville officials said they had to raise taxes to keep up with the insurance program for government employees. Meanwhile, Columbus County workers won’t get raises.
Columbus County Will Get a New Team of Community Paramedics
Officials say a state grant will help the county handle emergency calls for behavioral health issues, including overdoses.
What’s in the State Budget for the Border Belt?
The spending plan lawmakers released this week includes millions of dollars for local initiatives.
State Board of Elections to Decide Columbus County’s Early-Voting Sites
The local elections board could not decide whether to open four or five sites ahead of the November election.
Columbus County Elections Board Might Eliminate Some Early-Voting Sites
Some residents and activists have pushed back against the plan, saying it would limit access for marginalized voters.
More Politics & Government Coverage
Scotland and Bladen Counties Can’t Use New Property Values
A new state law that mandates a one-year moratorium on property tax rate increases in some counties has led to budget uncertainty.
Lumbee Tribe Rejects Amendment Opening the Door for a Casino
Tribal leaders said a casino could bring jobs to rural southeastern N.C., but critics worried about speed and transparency.
What’s in My Weed?
Our investigation found many hemp products for sale don’t have the THC levels they claim—but do contain bacteria and other contaminants.
Robeson County Commissioners Decline to Censure Chairman for Controversial Post
David Edge apologized on June 15 for sharing an “offensive” meme about President Barack Obama.
‘We Just Want Clean Water.’ Residents Sue Robeson County Over Landfill Contamination
The lawsuit, filed in federal district court, alleges the county has known for years that the landfill leaches PFAS into drinking water.
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