1+ hour, 8+ min ago  (226+ words) RALEIGH " The Carolina Hurricanes will celebrate their Stanley Cup championship with a parade and pep rally Saturday in downtown Raleigh. The parade will begin at 11 a. m. and the pep rally will follow. Spectators are encouraged to arrive early, with huge crowds…...

7+ hour, 10+ min ago  (715+ words) As a 68-year-old man in what I will declare to be moderately good health, I have a life expectancy of about 21 years, meaning I will expire at age 89. I can live with that. That is according to a test I…...

3+ hour, 1+ min ago  (469+ words) Blood pressure monitoring and heart disease screening are very important. Hypertension is known as the "silent killer." Uncontrolled blood pressure is a major contributor to strokes, heart attacks and kidney disease. Blood pressure should be checked at least yearly in…...

9+ hour, 11+ min ago  (674+ words) For the majority of those who are reading this column, the adoption of a new federal holiday by the United States is a rare occurrence. In fact, anyone under the age of 100 could have only seen five at the most…...

5+ hour, 51+ min ago  (419+ words) This week we celebrate Father's Day, and anyone that knows me knows that I am extremely grateful for my kids. But my kids should also be thankful for having me. The reason why they should be thankful is because they…...

7+ hour, 21+ min ago  (452+ words) Our state and nation have implemented measures to encourage voting, including voting by mail, early voting prior to Election Day and curbside voting for those with mobility issues. In 2020, our state turnout for the presidential election was 75. 35%, the highest since…...

9+ hour, 11+ min ago  (529+ words) ROBESON COUNTY "Just because it's summertime doesn't mean sports completely stop at Robeson County high schools. There are various camps being held this summer for different sports to help young athletes learn the various sports. Fairmont will have a girls…...

11+ hour, 9+ min ago  (146+ words) Orville is a 3. 5-month-old male Shepherd mix puppy available for rescue or adoption with an approved application and he is ready to find his perfect new forever home. Apply to adopt Orville on the Animals First website link located at…...

11+ hour, 11+ min ago  (298+ words) National Seashell Day: If you take your dad to the beach for Father's Day, celebrate this as well by looking for your favorite seashells on Sunday. National Eat at a Food Truck Day: Commemorate America's latest dining trend on Friday…...

20+ hour, 59+ min ago  (477+ words) St. Pauls junior defensive lineman Antwan Mc Koy, left, is greeted by University of Georgia coach Kirby Smart, right, when Smart visited St. Pauls on Jan. 28. Mc Koy announced his commitment to Georgia on Tuesday. ST. PAULS " Antwan Mc Koy,…...