NC passes 5 000 COVID-19 deaths in NC history
Recalls the life of Patricia “Mama” Brickhouse who survived cancer before dying of COVID-19 in July. Her grandson Rev Mycal Brickhouse of Cary First Christian Church reflects as North Carolina records 5,005 virus fatalities and 332,261 cases. Health officials warn hospitals may be overwhelmed and travel is discouraged for holidays.
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North Carolina’s early COVID toll and key facts
The piece details North Carolina’s evolving pandemic, noting Eli Klausner’s April death after contracting COVID-19 and the state’s shift from isolated cases to community spread in Wilson County. It outlines age, gender, and race demographics among NC deaths and cites Duke Raleigh Hospital as a death site.
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Trump turnout helps NC GOP block Dems
North Carolina Republicans held power after Election Day with Trump winning the state's 15 electoral votes while Thom Tillis won a second Senate term. Democrats failed to flip the legislature, picked up two House seats due to 2019 redistricting, and Gov. Roy Cooper won reelection with Josh Stein also securing reelection.
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Craven Community College Foundation Gives Tuesday Drive
The Sun Journal partners with the New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit Council for Giving Tuesday on December 1. The initiative promotes charitable giving during the holiday season. Craven Community College Foundation is highlighted for its mission to support community services and scholarships.
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