U.S. Rep. Richard Hudson

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HUDSON: Protecting our nation’s financial and national security
24 May

HUDSON: Protecting our nation’s financial and national security

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“There can be no security anywhere in the free world if there is no fiscal and economic stability within the United States.” - President Ronald Reagan President Reagan understood the importance of getting America’s economy in order. Yet our crippling debt, now at over $30 trillion, continues to threaten our standing in the world and must be addressed. President Joe Biden refused to negotiate for more than 100 days to address the debt. Our country cannot afford to default on our debt due to Washington Democrats’ political games. Under Speaker Kevin McCarthy, House Republicans have raised the debt limit in…
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ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Izabella Ringley
24 May

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Izabella Ringley

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Wheatmore, girls’ soccer Ringley has been a reliable player for the Warriors, who are trying to complete another undefeated season. She’s a defender and midfielder. A senior, Ringley rates high on the team in steals. Through the Warriors’ first 21 games, she had tallied four goals and seven assists. Some of her best work might come on the defensive end in the rare times Wheatmore has been challenged. The Warriors gave up only eight goals during the regular season.
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SECU Foundation donates $2 million for Zoo’s Asia habitat
24 May

SECU Foundation donates $2 million for Zoo’s Asia habitat

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ASHEBORO — Last week, the SECU Foundation gifted $2 million to assist with the North Carolina Zoo’s new Asia habitat expansion, which is currently under construction. Members from the foundation presented the check at a private event held at the newly renovated baboon habitat. “Funding from the foundation will enable the zoo to expand its capacity for education and outreach for both virtual and in-person visits through the SECU Visitor View Pavilion and Classroom in Asia, the centerpiece of the new 10-acre complex,” stated the NC Zoo Society and the SECU Foundation in a joint press release. “The Pavilion and…
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Dog bites students at elementary school
24 May

Dog bites students at elementary school

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SEAGROVE — A dog that made it onto the playground area at Seagrove Elementary School last week created an uncomfortable situation. Four students were bitten by the dog during recess. A message from the school principal Jamie Armfield was issued to parents: “I am calling to inform you about a situation in which a dog came onto the playground on our school’s campus today during third and fourth-grade recess and bit four students. Staff members immediately removed all students from the playground and contacted Randolph County Animal Services and Seagrove Police. All students and staff members returned safely to the…
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RCS to consider closing The Virtual Academy by the 2024-25 school year
24 May

RCS to consider closing The Virtual Academy by the 2024-25 school year

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ASHEBORO — The Randolph County Schools Board of Education met Monday, May 15, with multiple recognitions and presentations on the agenda. The board started off the meeting by recognizing the national qualifiers among the different Career and Technical Student Organizations from the local schools. “Each year, students in Career and Technical Student Organizations, or CTSOs, compete in local, regional, and state events to demonstrate skills that they have acquired through curriculum activities and individual efforts outside of the classroom,” said Public Information Officer Tim Moody. “They compete against students from across our state with the hope of earning a chance…
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ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Samuel Asbill
17 May

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Samuel Asbill

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Eastern Randolph, baseball Asbill gave a strong pitching performance in one of Eastern Randolph’s two road victories last week in the Class 1-A state playoffs. Asbill, a junior right-hander, was listed for throwing 103 pitches when the Wildcats defeated Mt. Airy. This marks the second year in a row that the Wildcats have secured two victories in the state playoffs. Before that, they hadn’t won a state-playoff game since 2013.
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Zoo looks to address parking pinch
17 May

Zoo looks to address parking pinch

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ASHEBORO — High attendance on some spring days has created parking issues for North Carolina Zoo. The NC Zoo Council heard details of the situation during last week’s meeting. Zoo director Pat Simmons said there could be plans to expand parking ahead of opening the new Asia exhibit to relieve some of the parking headaches. The Zoo has issued the following advisory: “For your safety and guest experience, the Zoo may need to limit parking once the lots are full. We typically reopen the parking lots once guests start leaving and spaces open.” Some of the parking pinches have come…
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Asheboro Council approves issuance of Multifamily Housing Revenue bonds
10 May

Asheboro Council approves issuance of Multifamily Housing Revenue bonds

Ryan Henkel, North State JournalGovernment, ,
ASHEBORO — The Asheboro City Council met Thursday, May 4, with various property matters on the agenda. The council first held a public hearing for a zoning request to rezone 1.4 acres located between 2307 and 2333 US Highway 64 East from R-40 Low-Density Residential to B2 General Commercial that was tabled at last month’s meeting. “As we look at the city’s long-range plans and land development plans for guidance, this area is designated and has been designated for a good while as an employment center,” said Community Development Director Trevor Nuttall. “It’s intended to integrate a mixture of commercial,…
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ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Davis Gore
09 May

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Davis Gore

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Asheboro, baseball Gore has been a steady performer for the Blue Comets on the baseball field this spring. He shares the team lead with six home runs, and he’s second among the Blue Comets with 18 runs scored. Gore is a catcher and utility player heading to Belmont Abbey for college. Asheboro won four of its last five games entering the Class 3-A state playoffs this week. Gore also played football for the Blue Comets.
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Commissioners approve construction of onsite medical clinic for employees
03 May

Commissioners approve construction of onsite medical clinic for employees

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ASHEBORO — The Randolph County Board of Commissioners met Monday, May 1, with multiple budgetary requests on the agenda. The board first approved a $10,000 grant for the George Washington Carver College, Inc. after-school program. “What we did was team up with Communities in Schools, Asheboro City Schools and the City of Asheboro,” said George Washington Carver Community Enrichment Center Chairman Clyde Faust. “We got Communities in Schools to go and help us find retired teachers that would help create a foundation for developing those study habits. Some professional teachers who are going to come in and who are going…
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