North Carolina News
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Aggregated North Carolina News Articles
- White North Carolina official removed for not acknowledging black woman's doctoral title
Tony Collins, a Greensboro, North Carolina zoning commissioner, was removed after refusing to acknowledge a black woman by her doctoral title.
Daily Mail. Thu, 22 Apr 2021 22:46:22 GMT. - North Carolina man picks up over 8 million pieces of trash, wins hearts on TikTok
One man in North Carolina is creating the change he wants to see in the world by cleaning up trash across the Tar Heel State.
Janine Puhak. Fox News. Thu, 22 Apr 2021 15:53:21 GMT. - Clinton in North Carolina following heated presidential debate
The Clinton-Trump face-off Monday night may turn out to be the most watched presidential debate ever. Many considered Hillary Clinton the winner, and she hit the trail Tuesday in North Carolina, where polls are neck-and-neck. ...
CBS News. Thu, 22 Apr 2021 10:18:11 -0400. - Both campaigns claim victory after first Clinton-Trump debate
The presidential candidates go straight back to the campaign trail after Monday night's debate. Hillary Clinton heads to North Carolina, while Donald Trump will be in Florida. ...
CBS News. Thu, 22 Apr 2021 09:50:11 -0400. - North Carolina sheriff's deputy fatally shoots Black man while serving warrant
A sheriff's deputy shot and killed a Black man while executing a search warrant in North Carolina on Wednesday, authorities said.
ABC News. Thu, 22 Apr 2021 07:21:46 -0400. - Duke Energy hires new economic development director for North Carolina
In 2020, Duke Energy's economic development team in North Carolina helped attract 8,000 jobs and $6 billion in capital investment to the state.
John Downey. American City Business Journals. Thu, 22 Apr 2021 10:35:14 +0000. - Black Man Fatally Shot by Sheriff's Deputies Serving Search Warrant in North Carolina
Officials did not say whether Brown was armed at the time or whether he was considered a threat to the officers.
Voice of America. Wed, 21 Apr 2021 23:17:23 -0400. - North Carolina regulators approve costly Duke Energy solar project in Asheville
The costs of the 5-megawatt Woodfin Solar project at the former Asheville landfill have not been publicly disclosed and will remain under wraps until after Duke Energy Progress completes construction.
John Downey. American City Business Journals. Wed, 21 Apr 2021 19:16:33 +0000. - Bill seeks to end pistol purchase permits from NC sheriffs
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - North Carolina would end the long practice of sheriffs issuing permits to county residents before they can purchase handguns in a measure recommended on Tuesday by a House judiciary committee. ...
Gary D. Robertson. Washington Times. Tue, 20 Apr 2021 18:00:46 -0400. - High Point, North Carolina, Beyond The Market
High Point comes alive twice a year, but with the development of Congdon Yards, the city aims to be full of life year 'round.
By Regina Cole, Contributor. Forbes. Tue, 20 Apr 2021 11:42:41 -0400. - Man chucks bobcat after it attacks wife in driveway, surveillance footage shows
A protective husband in North Carolina leapt into action to save his wife from a rabid bobcat in a wild, viral video.
Janine Puhak. Fox News. Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:04:46 GMT. - No. 1 recruit Chet Holmgren to announce college decision Monday
The Minnehaha Academy star's final list of schools: Georgetown, Gonzaga, Memphis, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina and Ohio State.
Star Tribune. Star Tribune - Minneapolis, Minnesota. Mon, 19 Apr 2021 13:28:56 +0000. - NOT REAL NEWS: False stories from this week about George Floyd, COVID vaccines, Matt Gaetz, more
George Floyd does not have a younger brother named Dejywan who was arrested in North Carolina, and Joe Biden did not meet Floyd's son.
Ap. ABC News. Sun, 18 Apr 2021 17:57:53 +0000. - A Bobcat Attacks, and a Husband Swings Into Action
Kristi Wade credits her husband, Happy Wade, with saving her life when a rabid bobcat attacked her in their North Carolina driveway.
Michael Levenson. New York Times. Sun, 18 Apr 2021 16:55:09 +0000.
North Carolina Population Trends and Information Resources
The U. S. Census Bureau estimates the population of North Carolina as follows:
| Date | Estimated Population | Yearly % Change |
|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2016 | 10,146,788 | 1.11 |
| July 1, 2015 | 10,035,186 | 1.01 |
| July 1, 2014 | 9,934,399 | 0.94 |
| July 1, 2013 | 9,841,590 | 0.98 |
| July 1, 2012 | 9,746,175 | 0.99 |
| July 1, 2011 | 9,650,963 | 0.96 |
| July 1, 2010 | 9,558,915 |
According to the 2010 census, the population of North Carolina was 9,535,483.
In 2008, the estimated population of North Carolina was 9,222,414, whereas
in 2006, the population of North Carolina was about 8,845,343.
For detailed, up-to-date information about North Carolina's demographics,
visit the U.S. Census Bureau's
QuickFacts about North Carolina web page. For maps of North Carolina,
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