Craven-Pamlico shelter cuts high kill rate in region
The Craven-Pamlico animal shelter, once among the state’s highest kill figures, now boasts a low regional euthanasia rate under director Eileen Beeson since May 15. In 2018 the rate stood at 76.2 percent as she led renovations and new outreach, turning a disordered, morale-weak facility into a more proactive operation with rescue partnerships.
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Populism versus pragmatism in North Carolina Senate race
Democratic voters in a close Durham primary face a choice between liberal populism and centrist pragmatism to unseat Republican Thom Tillis. Tillis, a Trump ally, is a prime target as Democrats seek to reclaim the chamber. A PAC tied to Mitch McConnell associates has spent about $3 million backing a candidate far behind in fundraising, intensifying the contest.
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Blue Cross funds $8 million for rural North Carolina programs
Blue Cross NC announced an $8 million investment across eight rural programs at the LeGrand Center in Shelby. The grants support health home repairs, Naloxone access for EMS, scholarships, firefighter equipment, and workforce training to aid about 4 million rural residents and reduce opioid and related harms.
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