News and Updates
Published: Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023 @ 7:21 pm
By: Eastern NC NOW Staff
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Department leaders will span across America to highlight the law’s historic investments
Published: Wednesday, August 9th, 2023 @ 1:01 am
By: Eastern NC NOW Staff
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Policy updates expand opportunities for Tribes, underrepresented communities
Published: Monday, July 31st, 2023 @ 3:45 pm
By: Eastern NC NOW Staff
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RALEIGH: Today, Governor Roy Cooper kicked off the Carolina Hurricanes Fan Fest in Raleigh. He sounded the Carolina Hurricanes siren and spoke about the impact of hockey in North Carolina.
Published: Wednesday, February 22nd, 2023 @ 2:49 pm
By: Governor's Office
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Beaufort County Community College’s Division of Continuing Education has classes–some that are free–coming up to help you enjoy the outdoors, either in your own yard or further from home.
Published: Tuesday, January 25th, 2022 @ 10:57 am
By: Attila Nemecz
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Philip Klein of National Review Online pans a federal agency’s latest pronouncement on wearing masks outdoors.
Published: Thursday, May 6th, 2021 @ 8:30 pm
By: John Locke Foundation
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State continues to strive to get two thirds of adults at least partially vaccinated
Published: Sunday, May 2nd, 2021 @ 12:37 pm
By: Governor's Office
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Remarks by President Trump at Signing of H.R. 1957, The Great American Outdoors Act
Published: Thursday, August 6th, 2020 @ 8:52 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Some are claiming virus concerns. Not likely.
Published: Saturday, July 18th, 2020 @ 12:25 pm
By: LifeZette
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This week, the Senate passed the Great American Outdoors Act, 73-25.
Published: Friday, June 19th, 2020 @ 3:42 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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This week the Senate will consider S.3422, the Great American Outdoors Act.
Published: Monday, June 8th, 2020 @ 6:52 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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The N.C. Senate Committee on Commerce and Insurance on Tuesday, May 26, approved duplicate amendments to a pair of bills revising state alcohol laws as they apply to outdoor seating in restaurants.
Published: Sunday, May 31st, 2020 @ 12:16 pm
By: Carolina Journal
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"I commend the bipartisan majorities in the General Assembly for passing a bill that would allow bars to serve customers in outdoor dining areas just like restaurants can."
Published: Friday, May 29th, 2020 @ 5:23 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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A Raleigh lawyer is criticizing Gov. Roy Cooper’s decision to allow only outdoor church services.
Published: Thursday, May 14th, 2020 @ 11:11 am
By: Carolina Journal
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Because many Fourth of July celebrations include grilling, picnics and other outdoor food events, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is promoting easy steps everyone should take to avoid foodborne illnesses associated with summer heat.
Published: Monday, July 1st, 2019 @ 11:40 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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The Raleigh City Council once again has changed the rules of outdoor seating for downtown diners, but some business owners say they were never consulted before the changes were made
Published: Thursday, July 26th, 2018 @ 8:57 pm
By: John Locke Foundation
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Bring your blankets and chairs for this adorable, open-air film! This week's Courtyard Cinema will feature The Lorax. Join us in watching Zed go on a mission to save the Truffula trees
Published: Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016 @ 2:09 pm
By: Christopher Maye
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What's better than watching a movie on Friday night? Watching a free movie under the stars, of course! Grab your lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy this open-air, fall film festival beginning Friday Oct. 7 at 7:30pm
Published: Wednesday, October 5th, 2016 @ 2:06 pm
By: Christopher Maye
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OIA is the national trade association for suppliers, manufacturers and retailers in the $646 billion outdoor recreation industry.
Published: Friday, September 2nd, 2016 @ 12:27 pm
By: Russell Allen
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Congratulations are once again due Raleigh, as the city now ranks No. 5 among the top 10 culinary cultures in America, according to a recent poll from USA Today.
Published: Saturday, September 19th, 2015 @ 5:46 am
By: John Locke Foundation
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After nearly two months of debate over crowd control, safety issues, and noise downtown, on Aug. 4, the Raleigh City Council approved a three-month pilot program placing curfews and maximum capacity rules on sidewalk patios.
Published: Wednesday, August 5th, 2015 @ 11:22 pm
By: John Locke Foundation
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Governor Pat McCrory has signed H.B. 640, or the Outdoor Heritage Act, into law today.
Published: Friday, July 10th, 2015 @ 7:00 am
By: McCrory Communications
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A discussion Tuesday of alternative plans to regulate outdoor dining at Raleigh's Law and Public Safety Committee saw city staffers agree that safety and "vibrancy" concerns with the Outdoor Dining Ordinance exist largely because of weak enforcement of rules.
Published: Sunday, June 14th, 2015 @ 1:20 am
By: John Locke Foundation
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Politicians get used to being criticized in attack mailers. But it's hard to dismiss being attacked for something you've never officially taken a position on in the first place.
Published: Monday, May 4th, 2015 @ 7:00 am
By: Brant Clifton
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East Carolina University enjoyed a day of sunshine and fun April 23 during Barefoot on the Mall, an annual outdoor event sponsored by the Student Activities Board.
Published: Wednesday, April 29th, 2015 @ 8:56 am
By: ECU News Services
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East Carolina University archivists are in the middle of a yearlong project to catalogue everything from film reels to financial statements from more than 600 outdoor theaters across the nation.
Published: Tuesday, January 27th, 2015 @ 9:29 pm
By: ECU News Services
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As the holiday season approaches, many of us look forward to fun events full of family, friends and food. However, those who are working to achieve or maintain a healthy weight may also worry about gaining extra pounds amidst the celebration.
Published: Tuesday, October 28th, 2014 @ 8:09 pm
By: ECU News Services
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Students in Anna Oochs' music appreciation class at Beaufort County Community College experienced an impromptu outdoor concert Thursday morning.
Published: Saturday, October 4th, 2014 @ 5:32 pm
By: Judy Jennette
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When the school year winds down and children are released for the summer, their thoughts may turn to lazy days filled with television and video games. But spending the summer that way could lead to a decline in physical fitness, said ECU kinesiology professor Grace Anne Vick, director of the...
Published: Monday, June 16th, 2014 @ 8:09 pm
By: ECU News Services
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In this edition, we're debuting new Duke Energy Carolinas and Duke Energy Progress Web pages. Also, view our tips on preparing for severe weather; read the latest news about our outdoor lighting strategy and coal ash management plans, and review our 2013 sustainability report.
Published: Friday, June 13th, 2014 @ 2:00 pm
By: Christopher Maye
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Governor Pat McCrory has proclaimed June 2013 as "Great Outdoors Month," encouraging all North Carolinians to enjoy our state's natural beauty and near-perfect climate, and celebrate our commitment to conserve and protect our air, water, wildlife, spectacular lands and quality of life.
Published: Monday, June 3rd, 2013 @ 3:53 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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