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U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg tours Western North Carolina damage from Helene
SUMMARY: U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper recently toured areas in western North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene, including devastated sections of Interstate 40 near the Tennessee border. They reported significant damage, with 7,000 sites affected and hundreds of closed roads. An $8 million contract has been initiated to stabilize I-40, but infrastructure repairs will likely take years and cost billions. Buttigieg emphasized the importance of building resilient infrastructure for impacted communities, assuring residents that the federal government is committed to long-term recovery efforts. A timeline for interstate restoration is still pending.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg tours Western North Carolina damage from Helene
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Florence man sentenced to life in prison for killing girlfriend
SUMMARY: A Florence man, 50-year-old Derek Brunson, was sentenced to life in prison for the 2021 murder of his girlfriend, 31-year-old Caitlin Shipman, a mother of five. After a hung jury in his first trial, the second trial concluded in under an hour with a unanimous guilty verdict. Prosecutors described the killing as cold and methodical, highlighting Caitlin’s history of abuse and her coworkers’ testimonies about her fearful warnings. During sentencing, two of Caitlin’s children expressed relief that Brunson would be imprisoned for life. Family members hope this verdict brings justice and peace for Caitlin. Brunson’s defense claimed investigation flaws.
On Friday, Derrick Brunson was found guilty of murdering his girlfriend in May 2021 after a retrial. S.C. Circuit Court Judge Steven …
SUMMARY: The high school football highlights from Week 3 feature key matchups, including the undefeated Eastside Eagles’ 56-21 win over Blue Ridge, extending their nine-game winning streak against the Tigers. Westside started 0-2, losing 42-6 to unbeaten BHP Bears. Woodruff dominated Woodmont 48-6, while Powdersville won 35-7 at Pendleton, continuing their three-game streak. Dale Hannah secured a 40-27 victory over Wren. Byrnes defeated Greer 49-9, powered by Trey Segarra’s three touchdowns. Other notable results: Emerald beat Broome 42-18, Berea earned their first win vs. Southside, and Abbeville topped 96. A.C. Flora shut out Laurens 35-0. Coaches remain focused on improvement and upcoming region games.
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Suspect arrested, identified in shooting of Charlie Kirk, officials say
SUMMARY: A suspect, Tyler Robinson, has been arrested in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. Utah Gov. Spencer Cox confirmed the arrest, with President Trump also confirming custody and supporting the death penalty. Robinson’s father identified and convinced him to surrender. Authorities recovered a bolt-action rifle believed to be the murder weapon, with unusual cartridge markings under investigation. The shooting occurred from a rooftop during a public event, with Kirk killed by a single shot. Over 7,000 tips were received during the manhunt. Officials vow to hold the shooter accountable, calling it a “political assassination.”
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