As families across North Carolina fill shopping carts with binders and fresh boxes of crayons, another school year is just around the corner. As a dad of three graduates of North Carolina public schools, I have fond memories of back-to-school shopping together: debating backpack colors and making sure everyone had exactly what they needed for the first day.
Scams and fraud are becoming more sophisticated every year, impacting people of all ages and backgrounds. In this episode, Judy and Jess welcome a very special guest, Russ Ferguson, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina, to discuss the growing threat of scams and the challenges of fighting fraud in today’s technology-driven world. Russ shares insights from his work, practical advice for protecting yourself, and why awareness remains one of the most powerful tools we have.
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The first day of kindergarten is a milestone that families remember for years to come. It marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with friendships, learning, independence, and growth.
A force of nature, Dr. James (Jim) Horton Palmer, died peacefully from complications with Alzheimer’s on August 10, 2026, at UNC Hospice in Pittsboro. Jim passed away in the loving company of his long-time partner, Elizabeth...