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Hundreds participate in 2024 walk to end Alheimer's

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SUMMARY: Hundreds gathered in Raleigh for the 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s, an annual honoring those affected by the disease. Participants carried color-coded flowers symbolizing their personal connections to Alzheimer’s and dementia. The event fosters connection among families facing similar challenges, providing access to helpful resources. While Alzheimer’s is a serious illness, the atmosphere promotes solidarity and hope in the fight against it. So far, over $400,000 has been raised to care, research programs, and services provided by the Alzheimer’s Association, emphasizing the importance of community in addressing this significant issue.

The annual event honors those impacted by the disease.

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Election 2024: Harris giving it another go in 8th Congressional District | North Carolina

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Elyse Apel | – 2024-10-06 12:01:00

SUMMARY: In North Carolina’s 8th Congressional District, Democrat Justin Dues and Republican Rev. Mark Harris compete for a seat vacated by incumbent Dan Bishop, who is pursuing the position. Dues, a Marine veteran, aims to restore faith in elections and advocate for the American dream, promoting unity with the slogan “stronger together.” In contrast, Harris focuses on conservative values like anti- rights and national security, asserting his commitment to fight for American principles. He previously controversy over a ballot harvesting scandal in a 2018 election. As of June, Harris had significantly outperformed Dues in campaign fundraising.

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VP Kamala Harris visits NC to survey storm damage

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SUMMARY: Vice President Kamala Harris Charlotte to meet with Governor Roy Cooper and other regarding the aftermath of a recent storm. Her visit follows FEMA’s announcement that in Mecklenburg and Swain counties are now eligible for disaster assistance. Harris emphasized the importance of coordinating federal, , and local resources to relief to those in need. Additionally, the Transportation Department announced the allocation of $100 million in emergency funds to repair roads and bridges damaged by the storm in Western North Carolina.

“We are here for the long haul,” Harris said.

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Governments respond to multiple claims on Helene | North Carolina

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Alan Wooten | – 2024-10-05 21:02:00

SUMMARY: In response to Hurricane Helene, which has claimed 227 lives, the White House addressed the rise in false information regarding disaster recovery in North Carolina. White House condemned the spread of disinformation suggesting that disaster relief funds are misused for undocumented immigrants and that FEMA would confiscate survivor property. They clarified that FEMA has expedited assistance, with over $27 million allocated in North Carolina. Additionally, they announced a $100 million federal award for Interstate 40 repairs. Local officials met to discuss the hurricane’s impact, dismissing rumors of seizure in Chimney Rock as entirely false.

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