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Just five people spoke at the public hearing on the city's budget, which would raise salaries for staff by 19% for the lowest wage earners. Among the limited turnout, speakers had mixed opinions.
The Newsroom
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On this episode, Rachel Keith sits down with Ray Funderburk III, who recently settled with Cape Fear Community College three years after he was ousted from its board of trustees. Plus, Kelly Kenoyer talks with UNCW economist Mouhcine Guettabi about potential economic impacts of a toll bridge over the Cape Fear River, which is looking increasingly likely.
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State News
- I-77 toll lane project dead after transportation planning board votes to rescind support for project
- Greensboro homeowners will likely see higher tax bills under new budget proposal
- Forsyth teachers, nonprofits push for more county funding at public hearing
- Dolley Payne Madison monument unveiled in Greensboro
- New NC bill requires Duke Energy to make progress on new nuclear facilities before coal retirements
- Forsyth Tech seeks community commitment to student support
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