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President Trump's proposed arch in Memorial Circle would intrude on dozens of nearby sites, says the National Park Service. But there's been minimal discussion of alternate locations.
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It would slim regulation of the 60-year-old anti-poverty program and aim to save money. Advocates worry the changes could undermine the early education program's mission.
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New data shows that trauma, loss of housing, and interruption to opioid treatment services all have lasting tragic impacts. -
“HCA threw every argument against the wall to try to get this case thrown out, but they didn’t stick,” North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson said in a statement.
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What you need to know from the July 21 Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting
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The GOP Senate nominee described himself as “a conservative champion” and criticized his Democratic opponent, Roy Cooper, at length. -
Henderson County has confirmed more cyclosporiasis cases this month than it typically sees in a year. Buncombe County is also reporting cases as counts rise statewide. -
The $40 million Temporary Relocation Assistance Program is included as part of the new state budget.
