Tyson Chicken Nuggets Recalled

Perdue Foods has recalled 167,171 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders due to metal wire contamination. The affected products include Perdue Simply Smart Organic Gluten Free Breaded Chicken Breast Nuggets, Perdue Breaded Chicken Breast Tenders, and Butcher Box Organic Free Fully Frozen- Cooked Breast Chicken Nuggets, all with a "best if used by" date of March 25, 2025, and establishment number P-33944. The metal wires were inadvertently introduced during

Judge Strikes Down Biden Admin Ban On Worker ‘Noncompete’ agreements

Reuters - A federal judge in Texas on Tuesday barred a U.S. Federal Trade Commission rule from taking effect that would ban agreements commonly signed by workers not to join their employers' rivals or launch competing businesses. U.S. District Judge Ada Brown in Dallas said the FTC, which enforces federal antitrust laws, does not have the authority to ban practices it deems unfair methods of competition by adopting broad rules.

Cyclospora Outbreak Sickens Over 200 In 28 NC Counties

[caption id="attachment_8510" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Image provided from WRAL News website.[/caption] The state of North Carolina is grappling with a surge of cyclospora parasite illnesses, impacting more than 200 residents across 28 counties. The outbreak, which has been reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), has left health officials scrambling to identify the source of the contamination. Wake County has been the hardest hit, with 125

Dr. Pamela Baldwin Appointed As The Inaugural Vice Chancellor At FSU

For more than 20 years, Pamela Baldwin, Ed.D, has enhanced educational institutions by focusing on student success and innovation in the classroom. As the inaugural Vice Chancellor for Strategic Enrollment and Student Success at Fayetteville State University, she is building a clearer path for prospective students to enroll and graduate. Her appointment was effective July 1. "As the University expands and prioritizes enrollment, retention, and graduation rates, this new role

Direct Filing Coming To NCDOR in 2025

RALEIGH, N.C. - North Carolina will participate in the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Direct File program for the upcoming tax filing season. Beginning in 2025, eligible North Carolina taxpayers will be able to submit both their state and federal tax returns through Direct File. Direct File is a free, online tax filing tool offered by the IRS. Taxpayers will go to the IRS website and set up a secure account

The Historic Role of the Colored Teachers Association

By: Jordan Meadows (Staff Writer) Professional organizations of African American educators, historically known as "Colored Teachers Associations" (CTAs), have played a crucial role in the development of Black education in the United States. Originating as early as 1861, CTAs were instrumental in forming a professional community for Black educators, representing a significant chapter in both African American history and U.S. education. The first documented CTA emerged in Ohio, but by

Obamas Close DNC’s 2nd Night With Harris Endorsement

CHICAGO (AP) - Warning of a difficult fight ahead, former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama on Tuesday called on the nation to embrace Kamala Harris in urgent messages to the Democratic National Convention that were at times both hopeful and ominous. "America, hope is making a comeback," the former first lady declared. She then tore into Republican Donald Trump, a sharp shift from the 2016 convention speech in which

Duke University Alum Leads US Navy Readiness Command

A graduate of Duke University recently took command of U.S. Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Sigonella, Italy. Capt. TaRail Vernon, who earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Duke in 2015, took over as commanding officer of NMRTC Sigonella, U.S. Naval Hospital (NH) Sigonella, and Branch Clinic Souda Bay and Bahrain during a ceremony in June.  Vernon enlisted in the Navy in 1992 and was selected for the

Is It Okay To Be Around People When You Have COVID?

By Rachel Nania and Suzette Lohmeyer AARP Noah Lyles' name will likely go down in history as the American bronze medal winner of the 200-meter run at the Olympics - who competed with COVID-19. Impressive, absolutely. Controversial, definitely.  Though he says he quarantined as soon as he tested positive, he was around trainers and other athletes when he ran. And fans of all ages filled the stands. His decision made

Joe Biden’s exit, talk of the glass ceiling, a nod to Gaza protesters. Takeaways from DNC’s Day 1

CHICAGO (AP) - The Democratic National Convention 's first night showcased speeches from the last Democrat to lose to Donald Trump and the last one to beat him. Hillary Clinton spoke hopefully of finally breaking the "glass ceiling" to elect a female president. Joe Biden laced into Trump and directly acknowledged the concerns of protesters against the war in Gaza who demonstrated a few blocks from the convention hall. Here