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While other students learn online, Wake County has a snow day. Here's why.

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6 months ago

February 19, 2025

www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2025-02-19 19:10:09

SUMMARY: Today, W County public schools canceled classes while other districts opted for remote learning, prompting parental concerns about learning loss. Many parents questioned Wake County’s decision, especially since they had previously struggled with online learning during COVID-19. Wake County Schools spokesperson Lisa Luten explained that the policy prioritizes in-person instruction, established after parent discontent with virtual learning. Although parents have become more receptive to remote learning, the district is considering policy changes. W County has also canceled classes for tomorrow, but state law mandates 171 days of instruction, so concerns remain about potential adjustments to spring or summer breaks.

Parents questioned by the state’s largest district could not manage remote learning while others do.

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Ideas for helping NC child care industry are solidifying, but a top suggestion faces headwinds

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August 6, 2025

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ncnewsline.com – Lynn Bonner – 2025-08-06 05:00:00

SUMMARY: North Carolina’s Child Care Task Force, led by Gov. Josh Stein, Lt. Gov. Rachel Hunt, and Sen. Jim Burgin, is addressing child care affordability, workforce pay, and financial stability, especially in rural areas. Child care providers struggle financially due to low subsidies and high costs, with infant care averaging $11,720 annually statewide. Owners like Halee Hartley and Annette Anderson-Samuels work multiple jobs to sustain their centers. The task force prioritizes raising minimum subsidy reimbursement rates to support providers equitably across counties. Discussions include establishing a child care endowment fund, leveraging philanthropy to supplement funding amid uncertain state and federal budgets.

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Court docs show Harris Lake boating suspect had prior legal troubles

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20 hours ago

August 5, 2025

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-08-05 20:56:42

SUMMARY: Court documents reveal Quinton Kite, charged with causing a deadly boating accident at Harris Lake that killed a 10-year-old girl and critically injured a woman, had prior legal troubles. Kite was out on a $15,000 bond from a December 2023 felony hit-and-run charge involving Alex Meyers, who was seriously injured but survived. Dashcam and security footage showed Kite’s damaged truck after leaving the crash scene. Meyers expressed frustration that earlier legal action might have prevented the tragedy. Additionally, court records from New Mexico show Kite pleaded no contest to a 2009 DUI charge, completed probation, and attended DWI school.

That includes arrests in 2009 and pending charges from a hit-and-run in 2023 that injured a Vass resident.

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We saw a human skeleton in this video.

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August 5, 2025

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-08-05 12:03:10

SUMMARY: The video showed a human skeleton, deeply affecting the family, especially their brother, Evatar, who is critically ill and near death. He’s described as a kind, musical soul who plays guitar, sharing music with the narrator, who plays the piano. The family is devastated, unable to watch the video, but focused on saving him. Doctors say Evatar has only days left and urgently needs food, medical care, and vitamins to survive. Despite his fragile state, his spirit remains unbroken, and both he and his family believe he will recover. The narrator longs for his warm hugs and smile.

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Evyatar’s brother, Ilya, says the release of the video “crushed” his family and that doctors say his sibling has only a “few days to live.”

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