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Modest drops in some North Carolina prices under Trump | North Carolina

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Alan Wooten | The Center Square – (The Center Square – ) 2025-02-17 08:01:00

(The Center Square) – Prices in the capital city of North Carolina are down modestly for a gallon of milk, eggs and gas since a new administration arrived at the White House.

On the Presidents Day holiday, milk is $3.46 a gallon on average in Raleigh, a dozen eggs $3.98 and a gallon of unleaded gasoline has a statewide average of $2.87. On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, those respective prices were $3.50, $4.06 and $2.88.

Here’s a look at some measures of consumer prices:

Milk (regular, 1 gallon): $3.46, on a range of $2.50 to $5.50. The national average is $3.99, on a range of $1.96 to $7.66.

Eggs (regular, dozen: $3.98, on a range of $2.29 to $5.50. The national average is $3.94, on a range of $1.90 to $6.91.

Beef round (1 pound, equivalent back leg red meat): $7.70, on a range of $4.99 to $9. The national average is $7.32, on a range of $4.37 to $12.

Bread (load, fresh white, 1 pound): $3.64, on a range of $1.99 to $4.53. The national average is $3.28, on a range of $1.79 to $5.98.

Gasoline (unleaded, 1 gallon): $2.87, down from $3.15 a year ago, lower by less than a penny from $2.83 a month ago. The national average is $3.16, down from $3.28 a year ago, and up from $3.11 a month ago.

Diesel (unleaded, 1 gallon): $3.58, down from $4.07 a year ago, up from $3.49 a month ago. The national average is $3.66, down from $4.10 a year ago, up from $3.61 a month ago.

Food prices are from Numbeo, a crowd-sourced database with costs of living and other factors for cities and countries globally.

Fuel prices are from the American Automobile Association.

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White House officials hold prayer vigil for Charlie Kirk

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SUMMARY: Republican lawmakers, conservative leaders, and Trump administration officials held a prayer vigil and memorial at the Kennedy Center honoring slain activist Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA. Kirk was killed in Utah, where memorials continue at Utah Valley University and Turning Point USA’s headquarters. Police say 22-year-old Tyler Robinson turned himself in but has not confessed or cooperated. Robinson’s roommate, his boyfriend who is transitioning, is cooperating with authorities. Investigators are examining messages Robinson allegedly sent on Discord joking about the shooting. Robinson faces charges including aggravated murder, obstruction of justice, and felony firearm discharge.

White House officials and Republican lawmakers gathered at the Kennedy Center at 6 p.m. to hold a prayer vigil in remembrance of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

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Family, friends hold candlelight vigil in honor of Giovanni Pelletier

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SUMMARY: Family and friends held a candlelight vigil in Apex to honor Giovanni Pelletier, a Fuquay Varina High School graduate whose body was found last month in a Florida retention pond. Giovanni went missing while visiting family, after reportedly acting erratically and leaving his cousins’ car. Loved ones remembered his infectious smile, laughter, and loyal friendship, expressing how deeply he impacted their lives. His mother shared the family’s ongoing grief and search for answers as authorities continue investigating his death. Despite the sadness, the community’s support has provided comfort. A celebration of life mass is planned in Apex to further commemorate Giovanni’s memory.

“It’s good to know how loved someone is in their community.”

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NC Courage wins 2-1 against Angel City FC

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SUMMARY: The North Carolina Courage defeated Angel City FC 2-1 in Cary, ending their unbeaten streak. Monaca scored early at the 6th minute, followed by Bull City native Brianna Pinto’s goal at the 18th minute, securing a 2-0 halftime lead. Angel City intensified in the second half, scoring in the 88th minute, but the Courage held firm defensively to claim victory. Pinto expressed pride in the win, emphasizing the team’s unity and playoff ambitions. Nearly 8,000 fans attended. Coverage continues tonight at 11, alongside college football updates, including the Tar Heels vs. Richmond game live from Chapel Hill.

Saturday’s win was crucial for the Courage as the regular season starts to wind down.

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