Union News

North Carolina House Republicans to invest $150 million for high-speed internet for schools & other resources

By Charmaine Little | Aug 12, 2020

Legislation supported by North Carolina House Republicans has led to a $150 million investment in high-speed broadband internet as virtual learning and assistance become more commonplace during the COVID-19 pandemic, the House Republicans said on Aug. 5.

Democratic candidate blasted by North Carolina Republicans for 'hiding in his windowless basement' amid talks of debates

By Charmaine Little | Aug 3, 2020

The North Carolina Republican Party is calling out the winner of the Democratic primary, Cal Cunningham, for reportedly hiding in his "windowless basement" after agreeing to five general election debates with incumbent Thom Tillis (R-NC).

COVID-19's effect on North Carolina's workforce revealed in new state report

By Charmaine Little | Jun 18, 2020

Union County is one of 77 counties in North Carolina that saw its unemployment numbers increase to approximately 10% of its workforce, the state Department of Commerce said.