Winston-Salem city computers were taken offline after “abnormality.” The Federal Bureau of Investigation and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) are investigating a recent disruption in city computers used…
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White House Receives Christmas Tree from NC
The North Carolina farm from which the tree came was hit hard by Hurricane Helene. First Lady Jill Biden welcomed the arrival of the White House Christmas Tree…
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Two Disaster Relief Bills Introduced in the House for Hurricane Helene Recovery
The proposals are intended to expedite aid and regulatory adjustments to support storm-ravaged Southern states. Two bills have been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives to support…
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Transportation Department Sends Funding to Repair National Parks After Hurricanes
The Blue Ridge Parkway will receive some of the emergency funds. The Department of Transportation made $43 million in emergency funds available for the restoration of National Parks…
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Senators from FL Urge HHS to Further Address IV Fluid Shortage
They say small manufacturers should be activated through emergency laws. Senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott of Florida wrote to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)…
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FEMA Reports Over $190 Million Distributed to Hurricane Victims in North Carolina
An additional $189 million was approved for debris removal and reimbursement. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) released a report on Tuesday documenting the distribution of over $190…
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USDA Distributes Disaster Food Assistance to Hurricane-Stricken States
Residents in hardest-hit counties qualify for a month of grocery expenses. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that those most impacted by the recent hurricanes qualify for…
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Hurricane Cleanup Ongoing, Election-Related Changes Approved
Power has been restored to millions, but thousands still await reconnection. In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, Governor Ron Desantis ordered voter-related flexibility for election supervisors after massive…
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Efforts Underway to Restore IV Fluid Supply in Hurricane Disruption of NC Facility
Federal agencies and Baxter International collaborate to boost IV fluid availability following severe storm damage. Hurricane Helene caused damage to Baxter International’s North Cove facility in North Carolina,…
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Emergency Grants Approved for North Carolina Hurricane Recovery
Labor Department funding to support disaster-relief jobs and training programs for recovery in 25 hard-hit counties. The Department of Labor recently authorized up to $10 million in emergency…
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