the monks who held there walk of peace is important for understanding global peace.
We, the editorial staff of The East Carolinian, believe that the monks who held there walk of peace is important for understanding global peace. What the monks are doing are very noble given the current climate of today’s society. With the nation being in an uproar over what is happening in Minnesota, what the monks...
After Minneapolis shooting, Raleigh mayor raises concern about federal intervention
Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell said the fatal shooting of Renee Good during an immigration action in Minneapolis raises broader concerns about federal law enforcement in American cities. On Tuesday afternoon, Cowell asked for a review of city policy on demonstrations and released a statement warning that federal...
$1 ticket wins $440k lottery prize in North Carolina
After required federal and state tax withholdings, Anagnostis took home $320,137.
Duke Energy shares tips for residents preparing for winter weather
(WSPA)—Duke Energy meteorologists are tracking a winter weather system that could impact the Carolinas this weekend, prompting essential safety reminders for customers. The company urges customers to prepare for potential power outages due to the anticipated cold weather. Customers are encouraged to ensure their...
Durham school principal and 2 district administrators indicted on criminal charges
A Durham County public school principal and two other administrators have been indicted on criminal charges, Superintendent Anthony Lewis announced Wednesday. In an email shared with families Wednesday morning, Lewis said the indictments stem from a 2024 incident at Eno Valley Elementary School “involving student...
Deputies Say Selma Driver Fled Before Pulling Over
JOHNSTON COUNTY — What started as a routine traffic stop on NC Highway 39 North near the Wake County line ended with an arrest. On Jan. 13 around 11:27 p.m., a Johnston County deputy sheriff tried to pull over a 2021 Chevrolet driven by 32-year-old Dalia Crystal Ruiz of Hare Street, Selma. Authorities allege Ruiz did...
Dozens more brides come forward in Raleigh wedding photographer Troubleshooter investigation
New details are emerging in a Troubleshooter investigation into a Raleigh wedding photographer accused of leaving dozens of brides in limbo.
Snow, freezing rain & sleet likely in the Triangle this weekend. New forecast
Most or all of central North Carolina, including the Triangle, is likely to get wintry precipitation this weekend , according to the National Weather Service . The amounts of precipitation and where it will fall is still unknown , said Brandon Dunstan, a meteorologist at the National Weather Service in Raleigh. “It’s...
Dalton Conner taken into custody in Wake County
Dalton Conner, who was previously sought by the Bertie County Sheriff’s Office, has been taken into custody in Wake County, according to the Bertie County Sheriff's Office. Conner had been wanted after an order for his arrest was issued on Friday, Jan. 16, after failing to report to begin a prison sentence.
OBX balloon release ban advocate hopes statewide legislation passes this spring
A mission that started in the OBX is now in Raleigh before state leaders after being introduced almost a year ago. That mission being a statewide ban on intentional mass balloon releases.

















