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News, North Carolina

Two new chemicals found in Cape Fear River

Sarah Purnell Staff Writer A new study by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports that two new chemicals have been discovered in the Cape Fear River. The Cape Fear River has been under close examination after it was discovered that a chemical called GenX had contaminated the water. Chemours, a chemical company based in Delaware with a location in Fayetteville, North Carolina, leaked the … Continue reading Two new chemicals found in Cape Fear River

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Hurricane Irma Wreaks Havoc

Madison Hoffmann News Editor Dubbed by the National Hurricane Center as the strongest Atlantic basin hurricane ever recorded, Hurricane Irma tore through the northeast Caribbean on Wednesday with wind speeds up to 185 mph and is now continuing on its western path. Direct hits were made on Barbuda, St. Barthelemy, St. Martin, Anguilla and the British Virgin Islands, while the United States Virgin Islands and … Continue reading Hurricane Irma Wreaks Havoc

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President Trump Terminates Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)

Jessica Clifford Arts & Entertainment Editor After much anticipation and a six-month wait, Trump announced on Sunday that he will end the executive order – Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), a 2012 executive order established by Obama, allows immigrant children brought to the United States by illegal means to stay without fear of deportation. The order also allows … Continue reading President Trump Terminates Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)

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News, North Carolina

The Story of Jones County

Chris Funchess Staff Writer There’s a good chance that you’ve never heard of Jones County, North Carolina. Located in Eastern North Carolina, and tucked between the familiar cities of Jacksonville and New Bern, it is home to an estimated 10,381 people (2000 Census). With this population, it ranks as the fifth-least populous county in North Carolina, sitting in 96th place out of 100 counties. Historically, … Continue reading The Story of Jones County

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“Let’s Talk” about UNCG’s Speaking Center

MaryKent Wolff Staff Writer The University of North Carolina at Greensboro’s Speaking Center is breathing new life into a program for students learning the English language after a hiatus. The “Let’s Talk” program is meant to help English learners develop cultural skills and learn American-English. It is lead by the Speaking Center consultants, and occurs every Tuesday from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. “[Let’s Talk] … Continue reading “Let’s Talk” about UNCG’s Speaking Center

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Hurricane Harvey Devastates Southern Texas

Kevin Liu Staff Writer A Category 4 hurricane made landfall on Aug. 25 and devastated the Southern Texas region. The sprawling Houston Area and other deluged towns in Southern Texas braced for floods and rainfall as Hurricane Harvey settled over the Texas Gulf Coast, lashing out at the shore with winds and torrential rain. In the span of one hour, 3-4 inches of rain built … Continue reading Hurricane Harvey Devastates Southern Texas

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News, North Carolina

Supreme Court Case: Cooper v. Berger and Moore

Jayce Shore Staff Writer On Aug. 28, 2017, North Carolina Supreme Court Justices heard the case of Cooper v. Berger and Moore, a challenge filed by current Governor Roy Cooper. The case was filed after conservative legislative leaders attempted to limit Cooper’s power after his governor’s seat victory in November 2016. Former Governor Pat McCrory and his fellow Republicans met during a special session prior … Continue reading Supreme Court Case: Cooper v. Berger and Moore

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BranchED to Close the Educator Diversity Gap

Madison Hoffmann News Editor Branch Alliance for Educator Diversity (BranchED) launched on Aug. 28, 2017, becoming the center of America’s network of educator preparation programs at minority serving institutions (MSI). BranchED’s goal is to maximize the performance of minority serving institutions by teaching practical technical assistance, forming strategic alliances and equipping educators with the skills needed to close the educator diversity gap. According to the … Continue reading BranchED to Close the Educator Diversity Gap

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Columns, Politics

What to Take from Harvey

Nicholas Tyler Staff Writer Every hurricane season, people for whom the Gulf Coast is home count on the weather being somewhat merciful. The Gulf is part of who they are. I grew up in Pensacola and recall hurricane warnings and flooded streets – Opal and Danny, I think. Hurricanes and tropical storms were a fact of life of which even five-year olds could be aware. … Continue reading What to Take from Harvey

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President Trump’s Answer to Afghanistan

Chris Funchess Staff Writer On Aug. 21, President Donald Trump addressed the nation on his Administration’s policy towards Afghanistan. The speech marked a vision of an independent Afghanistan and a victory in the now-16-year-old war. The speech was quite a contradiction; to many, they viewed it as a fulfillment of President Trump’s campaign promises, while to others, it marked a return to the status quo … Continue reading President Trump’s Answer to Afghanistan

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