State officials share wildfire safety tips for homeowners
The official start of spring wildfire season in North Carolina is still weeks away, but state officials are urging homeowners to prepare now.
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Assessment shows strengths, weaknesses in Guilford County services for the unhoused
The study done by the Corporation for Supportive Housing reported conflicting priorities between agencies despite investments from the county.
North Carolina officials make urgent request to lawmakers on Helene and other hurricanes
North Carolina officials charged with leading recovery efforts in western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene — as well as parts of eastern North Carolina still struggling from previous hurricanes — told state lawmakers this week that they need more money. And they need it soon.
Temporary pause to federal aid causes uncertainty for Winston-Salem housing authority
The move left the Winston-Salem housing authority unable to access its financial systems for 24 hours.
Piedmont Pit Stops: How Seagrove became America's pottery capital
Since the 18th century, potters have flocked to the town of Seagrove in part for its rich clay soil. Now, over 50 ceramics studios have set up shop in the area, selling vases and mugs and dishes in every style and color imaginable.
WS/FCS won't hire applicants who test positive for cannabis
The proposed change would have required candidates who test positive for cannabis to undergo up to four more random tests in their first year, at their own expense — about $55 each time.
Review of ex-North Carolina treasurer's use of state cars ends with no charges filed
A district attorney says an investigation into how then-North Carolina State Treasurer Dale Folwell used state government vehicles is ending with no charges filed. Wake County District Attorney Lorrin Freeman said Monday the review found any alleged policy violations were insufficient to support a successful criminal prosecution.
Boom Supersonic plane breaks sound barrier in milestone flight
Boom cut the ribbon on its manufacturing plant next to Piedmont Triad International Airport last June. It’s where the company plans to build its Overture line of commercial jets.
New WS/FCS R.I.D.E.S. program sets behavior expectations for students on the bus
The new program is called R.I.D.E.S., which stands for Responsibility, Integrity, Discipline, Excellence and Safety.
Winston-Salem immigration attorney shares observations, expectations for the future
Winston-Salem immigration attorney, Helen Parsonage, sat down with WFDD's Santiago Ochoa to discuss her clients' fears and what changes she expects to see within U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.