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Anson County: Residents received $77.25 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 6.9% of income in Anson County, providing an average of $3,479 per capita to residents.

By Union News | Apr 13, 2025

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Richmond County: Medicaid dependency reached 7.5% in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 7.5% of income in Richmond County, providing an average of $3,443 per capita to residents.

By Union News | Apr 6, 2025

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Richmond County saw 25.3% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

By Union News | Apr 4, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 36.7% of income in Richmond County, an alarming 25.3% surge from 11.4% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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Union County: Medicaid made up 1.7% of total income in 2022

By Union News | Mar 29, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 1.7% of income in Union County, providing an average of $1,158 per capita to residents.

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Rep. Dan Bishop shares strong opinions on political and media topics

By Union News | Mar 28, 2025

Rep. Dan Bishop, representing North Carolina's 8th district, has shared tweets expressing support for Senator Paul and admiration for significant media moments, with posts made between March 26 and March 28, 2025.

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Rep. Dan Bishop commends Trump, Republican Senators in latest posts

By Union News | Mar 26, 2025

In recent social media posts, Rep. Dan Bishop commended Donald Trump and Republican Senators, expressing support for their initiatives.

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Union County ranks 98th highest in North Carolina for per capita government transfer income at $8,303 in 2022

By Union News | Mar 24, 2025

In 2022, Union County ranked third lowest per capita recipient of government transfers in North Carolina, with transfers making up 12.3% of total income.

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Anson County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 4.7% in 2022

By Union News | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 4.7% of income in Anson County, providing an average of $2,381 per capita to residents.

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Rep. Dan Bishop shares cryptic messages on social media

By Union News | Mar 19, 2025

On March 19, 2025, Rep. Dan Bishop shared three enigmatic tweets conveying varied emotions such as enthusiasm and disappointment but without detailed context.

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Anson County residents received $15,957 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 21st in North Carolina

By Union News | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Anson County received an average of $15,957 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 21st highest in North Carolina.

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Union County GOP announces new leadership team for 2025

By Union News | Mar 16, 2025

The Union County GOP has announced its new leadership team following the recent convention held on Saturday.

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Richmond County: Income Maintenance made up 5.6% of total income in 2022

By Union News | Mar 15, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 5.6% of income in Richmond County, providing an average of $2,584 per capita to residents.

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Richmond County ranks 12th highest in North Carolina for per capita government transfer income at $16,866 in 2022

By Union News | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Richmond County received an average of $16,866 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 12th highest in North Carolina.

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Richmond County ranks 14th in North Carolina for government transfer dependency at 36.7% in 2022

By Union News | Mar 6, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 36.7% of income in Richmond County—ranking it 14th most dependent among North Carolina counties.

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Union County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.3% of income in 2022

By Union News | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.3% of income in Union County, providing an average of $902 per capita to residents.

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Union County Convention 2025 opens registration with $5 fee

By Union News | Feb 27, 2025

Registration for the Union County Convention 2025 is now open.

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FOIA Request Sent to Richmond County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Union News | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Richmond County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Union County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Union News | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Union County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Anson County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Union News | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Anson County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Richmond County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Union News | Feb 5, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Richmond County Election Department on February 5, 2025.