Taylor Thompson

Atlanta

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Polk County wildfires continue to rage, little containment made, community meeting ahead

1 month ago | ktvz.com | Taylor Thompson

By Taylor ThompsonClick here for updates on this story POLK COUNTY, North Carolina (WLOS) — Weather conditions have led to little containment of two of the three major wildfires burning in Polk County. They’re three fires as of Sunday morning: Black Cove, Deep Woods and Fish Hook. The North Carolina Forest Service said that high elevated winds, higher temperatures and lower relative humidity have all contributed to the spread.
Polk County wildfires continue to rage, little containment made, community meeting ahead

1 month ago | krdo.com | Taylor Thompson

By Taylor ThompsonClick here for updates on this story POLK COUNTY, North Carolina (WLOS) — Weather conditions have led to little containment of two of the three major wildfires burning in Polk County. They’re three fires as of Sunday morning: Black Cove, Deep Woods and Fish Hook. The North Carolina Forest Service said that high elevated winds, higher temperatures and lower relative humidity have all contributed to the spread.
Two children killed by falling tree; investigation ongoing

1 month ago | krdo.com | Taylor Thompson |Ruby Annas |Justin Berger

By Taylor Thompson, Ruby Annas and Justin BergerClick here for updates on this story TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY, North Carolina (WLOS) — Two juveniles are dead after a tree fell on their home on Saturday, March 15, Transylvania County Sheriff Chuck Owenby confirmed. Around 3:38 a.m. Connestee Fire Rescue and Transylvania County EMS got a call about a tree that fell on a structure with children trapped inside, a Connestee Fire Rescue press release said.
CTA Limited To Foreign Entities

1 month ago | mondaq.com | John Fuchs |Rachel Sterbenz |Taylor Thompson |Nida Rais

The Corporate Transparency Act ("CTA") is yet againmaking headlines. As we previously reported, the FinancialCrimes Enforcement Network ("FinCEN") recently extendedthe CTA reporting deadline to March 21, 2025, for most reportingcompanies.
Corporate Transparency Act Update: Reporting Obligations Reinstated

1 month ago | mondaq.com | John Fuchs |Rachel Sterbenz |Taylor Thompson

The rollercoaster that is the Corporate Transparency Act("CTA") continues. In short, Reporting Companies (asdefined by the CTA) are once again required to filebeneficial ownership information reports("BOIRs") with the U.S. Treasury's FinancialCrimes Enforcement Network ("FinCEN"), and FinCENhas extended the reporting deadline to March 21, 2025, for themajority of Reporting Companies.
Students build homes for Helene victims in high school carpentry class

1 month ago | channel3000.com | Taylor Thompson

Click here for updates on this story YANCEY COUNTY, North Carolina (WLOS) -- A group of Yancey County high school students are building back their community. At Mountain Heritage High School, a group of 18 seniors are building homes for Helene victims in their carpentry class. Carpentry Teacher, Jeremy Dotts said after the flood they knew they had a rare opportunity within their program to help. Within two weeks of the storm, Dotts said he was looking for grants to get the funds they needed.
Heart-to-Heart: Understanding cardiovascular health for women

2 months ago | postandcourier.com | Taylor Thompson

FLORENCE — Cardiovascular disease has been ranked the leading cause of death among women in the United States for many years, surpassing all forms of cancer, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Despite its prevalence, many women are unaware of their personal risk factors for developing heart disease and what symptoms they should look out for, which can differ from those experienced by men.
Residents of Yancey, Mitchell Counties hold vigil for Helene victims

2 months ago | wpde.com | Taylor Thompson

MITCHELL & YANCEY COUNTIES, N.C. (WLOS) — On Saturday, Feb. 15, many Yancey and Mitchell County residents gathered to remember the lives taken by Hurricane Helene. Christy Thrift, owner of NC Outdoor Adventures in Mitchell County, organized the Helene Toe River Vigil. She said the event was about honoring the lives swept away in the river and celebrating community resilience and compassion. “The long road ahead that we have to rebuild.
Repurposed rail cars bring quick relief to communities cut off by washed-out bridges

2 months ago | abc45.com | Taylor Thompson

SWANNANOA, N.C. (WLOS) — The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is getting creative when it comes to restoring access for residents. They have partnered with the Innovative Bridge Company to build back bridges that were washed away by Hurricane Helene. They are building back temporary bridges using repurposed rail cars. Lee Roberts, the owner of Innovative Bridge Company, said that the company builds both temporary and permanent bridges out of rail car beds all over the country.
Corporate Transparency Act Update: Reporting Obligations Remain Voluntary Despite Recent U.S. Supreme Court Order

2 months ago | mondaq.com | John Fuchs |Rachel Sterbenz |Taylor Thompson

As we initially reported, the CorporateTransparency Act ("CTA") took effect on January 1, 2024,requiring Reporting Companies (as defined by the CTA) to filebeneficial ownership information reports ("BOIRs") withthe U.S. Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network("FinCEN"). Throughout 2024, multiple plaintiffschallenged the constitutionality and enforceability of the CTA infederal courts across the nation.