Weekly gas price update … Average retail gasoline prices in North Carolina decreased by 8 cents over the past week, averaging $2.12 per gallon on Monday, Jan. 19. This compares with the national average that decreased by 7 cents over…
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Race teams, fans benefit from lower gas prices – Daytona Beach News
But this year, he decided to drive. “Just to take advantage of the lower fuel cost,” said the team manager for Riley Motorsports, who spent about $1,500 instead this year on travel costs. “It’s a pretty big savings.” Jones is…
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Hornets beat Heat 78-76 for 8th win in 9 games
The Charlotte Hornets were held without a field goal for the last seven minutes. And they still earned another victory. The surging Hornets are winning with defense these days. Kemba Walker scored 15 points, Bismack Biyombo had 12 points and…
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Haley OK with gas tax hike if taxes cut, DOT restructured
Local News DHEC staffers suggest hikes in state mine-related fees; industry agrees
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Rowan Chamber announces annual award winners
SALISBURY, NC (WBTV) – The Rowan County Chamber of Commerce’s 89th Annual Gala was a SOLD-OUT event on Thursday evening at Catawba College’s Crystal Lounge. Title sponsorship was provided by Novant Health Rowan Medical Center. Annual award winners announced at…
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Tourism leaders warn industry suffering from bad roads
Local News Bluffton police warn joggers of suspicious bicyclist
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Macau ranks No. 1 in economic performance among world cities
WASHINGTON — Macau, the Chinese territory known for casino gambling, outperformed the rest of the world’s major cities economically last year, according to a report Thursday. Cities in the developing world, especially China, dominated the top of the annual economic…
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Countdown to College: Save money with thse FAFSA tips
Tips for getting started • Head to the right site, www.fafsa.ed.gov. There are plenty of imposters. Don’t be duped by advertisements that offer to complete your FAFSA for you for a fee or guarantee scholarships. • Get your PIN. Even…
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UPDATE 4-Atlantic City bankruptcy talk ‘premature’-turnaround team
(Recasts with comparison to Detroit, adds quotes) By Daniel Kelley and Hilary Russ ATLANTIC CITY NJ/NEW YORK Jan 22 (Reuters) – It’s “premature” to talk about bankruptcy for troubled gaming resort Atlantic City, Detroit’s former turnaround expert said Thursday as…
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Chicago area’s economic recovery lags other urban areas, study finds
Metro Chicago’s economic recovery is weaker than in most major urban areas worldwide, held back by slow employment growth, according to a Brookings Institution report. Assessing annual growth in GDP per person and in employment levels from 2013 to 2014,…
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