Church distributes drive through supplies to 600 families
Cars lined US 70 to CStone Church where Convoy of Hope delivered 34,000 pounds of food cleaning supplies and toilet paper. Pastor Jake Korkian said about 600 families in 400 cars collected dry goods bars cereals and water from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Supplies ran out by 2:30 p.m. The event supported community outreach as the church continues rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Florence.
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Funding shortfall delays North Carolina transportation projects
The NCDOT warns major projects due to start within 12 months are delayed by at least 300 million dollars in shortfall. COVID-19 cuts traffic and funding. about 50 major projects remain on hold with several area items postponed including Bridge 31 work on NC 50 and Gum Branch Road widening. Pamlico and Carteret projects also pushed back, with timelines uncertain.
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White House shifts to reopening country
President Trump aims for a swift nationwide reopening while arguing for confidence to return to work. The approach shifts from warning to persuading Americans to resume normal activity amid COVID 19 concerns. White House adviser Kevin Hassett emphasizes restoring public confidence to spur an economic rebound.
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