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Parties monitor early voting data in battleground NC ahead of last weekend before Election Day

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SUMMARY: North Carolina is experiencing record voter turnout, with over 50% of registered voters participated ahead of the election. This turnout is significant, considering the 2020 turnout was 75%. Voter demographics show an even split among registered , Democrats, and unaffiliated voters, though Black voter turnout is slightly lagging. Women are significantly outvoting . Republicans believe their early strategy is yielding results, while Democrats are concerned about their declining vote totals to four years ago. The campaigns are intensifying efforts to increase turnout, with upcoming rallies from both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.

More than half of North Carolina’s registered voters have already made their decisions at the ballot box.

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Analysis: North Carolina 12th in competitive tax codes | North Carolina

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November 2, 2024

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www.thecentersquare.com – By David Beasley | contributor – 2024-11-02 08:06:00

SUMMARY: North Carolina ranks 12th in the Tax Foundation’s newly named Tax Competitiveness Index, down from 11th last year due to reforms in other states. The foundation praised the state for lowering its individual flat-rate income tax from 4.75% to 4.5%, while noting its high rankings for corporate taxes (3rd) and unemployment insurance (7th). The emphasizes that effective tax codes contribute to economic , contrasting them with states like New Jersey, which struggles with high taxes. Wyoming and South Dakota the rankings, while Arkansas and Georgia have improved their positions through tax reforms.

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NC voters share why they like early voting

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November 1, 2024

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2024-11-01 20:17:25


SUMMARY: I chose to vote early to avoid long lines and ensure my civic duty was fulfilled without issues. early is easier and less crowded, making it a more enjoyable experience. I wanted to prevent any traffic delays and had the time to complete the comfortably. Making sure my voice was heard was important to me, and voting early guaranteed my vote would count. Ultimately, the convenience of early voting motivated my , as I wanted to streamline the process without the hassle of waiting on Election Day, even opting to vote during my lunch break.

As of Friday, November 1, 43.2% of registered voters have cast their ballots in the 2024 Presidential Election in North Carolina. Early voting ends on Saturday, November 2.
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Microsoft spends $26.85 million on 1,385 acres of land in Person County

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www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2024-11-01 20:11:35


SUMMARY: Microsoft has acquired 1,300 acres at a mega site north of Roxboro, North Carolina, for $26 million, marking one of the largest deals in the county’s history. Economic have been collaborating with Microsoft for over a year on this transaction, which could bring to the rural area with a current unemployment rate of 3.4%. While details about the site’s purpose and job creation remain unclear, local hope it will boost employment opportunities, as many currently commute to nearby for work. The land is part of a strategic effort to attract major corporate investments in North Carolina.

The tech giant paid at least $26.85 million for about 1,385 acres in Woodsdale Township, according to county property .

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