CHARLOTTE, NC., (May 15, 2025) - AAA predicts a record-breaking 1.3 million North Carolinians will travel at least 50 miles from home over the Memorial Day period*. That’s an increase of nearly 50,000 compared to last year. Nationwide, AAA expects more than 45.1...
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Iredell County to Receive High-Speed Internet Expansion Through State Investment
RALEIGH – Friday – Governor Josh Stein announced $48 million in new investments through North Carolina’s Completing Access to Broadband (CAB) program. The funding will support projects in 22 counties, including Iredell County, to expand access to high-speed internet...
Attorney General Jeff Jackson Opposes Move to Prohibit States from Enforcing AI Laws
RALEIGH – Friday – Attorney General Jeff Jackson joined 39 other attorneys general from both Republican and Democratic states in opposing a congressional proposal that would prevent states from enforcing laws regulating artificial intelligence. The group argues the...
Etihad Airways Expands U.S. Network with First Flights to North Carolina
Charlotte, United States / Abu Dhabi, UAE - Etihad Airways is thrilled to announce a new addition to its growing U.S. network with the launch of non-stop flights to Charlotte, North Carolina, starting 4 May 2026. With this milestone, Etihad becomes the first...
Iredell County Unemployment Rate Holds Steady in March 2025
RALEIGH — According to data released by the North Carolina Department of Commerce, Iredell County recorded an unemployment rate of 3.4 percent in March 2025, reflecting stable economic conditions in the region. The county's labor force was reported at 104,067, with...
Whataburger Offers Free Breakfast for Teachers May 5–9
Whataburger is serving up a Whatasized “thank you” to the real MVPs of our communities—our amazing teachers. For the fourth year in a row, the orange-and-white burger brand is celebrating the everyday heroes who bring heart, hustle and a whole lot of care to the...
AG Jeff Jackson Warns of Contractor Fraud After Helene
RALEIGH – Attorney General Jeff Jackson is warning North Carolina homeowners to be on the lookout for contractor fraud as they continue to rebuild from Hurricane Helene. “More than six months after Hurricane Helene, many families are just getting started with hiring...
McDonald’s Introduces McCrispy Strips and Creamy Chili Dip
CHICAGO, April 24, 2025 — McDonald’s announced the addition of McCrispy Strips and Creamy Chili Dip to its permanent U.S. menu, the first such launch since 2021. The new items will be available at participating locations nationwide by May 5. McCrispy Strips are made...
FSIS Issues Health Alert for Pork Carnitas Over Contamination Risk
WASHINGTON, April 19, 2025 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for pork carnitas products that may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically pieces of metal. FSIS did not...