Category: Raleigh

Shocking: We may soon pay double for less reliable electricity. Blame bad policy choices.

By Jon Sanders Raleigh, NC – WRAL this week alerted people that higher electricity bills are looming. Duke Energy is seeking rate increases over the next three years of “10% in January 2024, then up another 4% in 2025 with…

North Carolina stands up for female athletes

By Alan Wooten Raleigh, NC – Women’s sports in North Carolina were protected by lawmakers Wednesday, with successful overrides of legislation that had met a gubernatorial veto. In late afternoon and evening sessions, the House of Representatives and the Senate…

NC state budget delay strengthens case for limits

By John Hood Raleigh, NC – House Speaker Tim Moore told reporters last week that the North Carolina General Assembly is unlikely to craft and approve a state budget deal before Labor Day. That’s more than two months into the…

Don’t mess with Texas Pete

By David Larson Raleigh, NC – It’s hard enough to start a business, but it’s even harder when your meddling neighbors look for frivolous reasons to shut you down. They are the equivalent of the uptight lady down the block…

Are Moms for Liberty a ‘hate group’?

By Kevin Garcia-Galindo Raleigh, NC – Last month, the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) decided to start labeling Moms for Liberty an extremist group. The group pushes back against content in public schools that they believe is left-wing or sexually…

Sheriff Mike Roberson elected First Vice President of the NCSA

Chatham County Sheriff Mike Roberson

Raleigh, NC – Chatham County Sheriff Mike Roberson joined other sheriffs and law enforcementprofessionals from across North Carolina at the recent North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association’s(NCSA’s) 101 st Annual Business Conference. Sheriff Roberson was elected by his fellow sheriffs to serve…

Athletic conference realignment continues apace

By Maggie Szura Raleigh, NC – The college sports world is bracing for impact, as several teams may be looking to switch conferences in the coming seasons. A FanNation report on possible departures from the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) reminds…