NC’s Border Belt counties will get millions from opioid fund. How should they spend it?
The money will come from a $26 billion settlement finalized in February that puts an end to several lawsuits that…
Category: Health Improvement in North Carolina
McDowell Leaders Work to Determine the Best Use of Opioid Lawsuit Money
McDowell County is expected to receive a total of almost $4 million spread out over an 18-year period from the…
Efforts to Boost Local Food-Supply Chain in Upper Coastal Plain
A new online mapping project is helping connect local growers to regional markets in the state’s Upper Coastal Plain. Planning…
Equity, Inclusion and Hope in Southeastern NC: Kewanda Merritt
Tell us a little bit about yourself and your work. I was born and raised in Lumberton, North Carolina. I…
Equity, Inclusion and Hope in Southeastern NC: Jessica Lowery Clark
Tell us a little bit about yourself and your work. I have 21 years of nonprofit experience. I have been…
Equity, Inclusion and Hope in Southeastern NC: George Carter
Tell us a little bit about yourself and your work. I am the Chaplain and Coordinator of Pastoral Care…
Equity, Inclusion and Hope in Southeastern NC: Ed Hunt
Tell us a little bit about yourself and your work. I grew up right here in the region. I…
Equity, Inclusion and Hope in Southeastern NC: Amber Bellamy
Tell us a little bit about yourself and your work. I am a native of Columbus County and the executive…