Evan Moore

1 week ago | charlotteobserver.com | Evan Moore

Long lines at NCDMV driver's license offices across the state have made regular tasks like renewing a license seemingly impossible. The agency planned to ask lawmakers this year to hire 61 additional people to fill positions at its driver's license offices, particularly in the Triangle and Charlotte areas, The News & Observer reported in January. The number of full-time employees permitted to work in DMV driver's license offices is established by the General Assembly and capped at 568.

1 week ago | heraldonline.com | Evan Moore

Bee season is all the buzz in North Carolina. Last week, we told you about carpenter bees, which are one of the most effective pollinators in in the state. Unfortunately, they can also leave behind holes in your deck when they build their nests. However, there’s another pollinator important for crops and wildflowers that usually makes its first appearance during spring: the bumblebee.

1 week ago | charlotteobserver.com | Evan Moore

Lincoln County recently appointed a new assistant county manager, county officials announced Monday. Clay Henley, a Cherryville native, brings extensive experience in public service and local government. He most recently served as an attorney for the Gaston County Department of Social Services, where he worked closely with the community's vulnerable populations.

1 week ago | heraldonline.com | Evan Moore

The current measles outbreak has yet to reach North Carolina, but numbers indicate that the virus will arrive soon. As of Thursday, April 10, there were 712 confirmed cases of measles in 25 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

1 week ago | charlotteobserver.com | Evan Moore

A North Carolina region was recently recognized for having some of the best golf courses in the country. The Pinehurst, Southern Pines and Aberdeen area landed at No. 8 on USA Today's 10 best destinations in the U.S. for a golf getaway list. The area is often referred to as the "Home of American Golf," and includes the legendary Pinehurst No. 2, the site of the 2024 U.S. Open, according to USA Today.