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Judy Miller’s Not Ready for the Farm: When is it Time to Intervene? Managing a Move and Caregiving

Posted by Staff | Aug 30, 2026 | Not Ready For The Farm, Town Square

When is “I’m fine” no longer fine for an aging parent or loved one? Judy and Jess sit down with aging life care manager Jennifer Szakaly to talk frankly about when to step in, when to move, and what it really costs- emotionally and financially. They dig into caregiving crossroads, aging in place vs. assisted living, solo agers, Medicaid realities, family conflict, and downsizing a lifetime of “stuff.” If you’re caring for parents, aging solo, or finally asking “What’s my plan?,” this episode will nudge you out of denial and into action.

Not Ready for the Farm is proudly presented by: The 79°West Innovation Hub, Clarity Legal Group, West Fork Wealth Management, Health Source Chiropractic, Purple Puddle, and HOPE Renovations.

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Corporate Tax Cuts, Prediction Market Leeway, and Underfunding Education: Why Orange County’s Legislators Voted Against NC’s Budget

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 14, 2026 | State, State Government

All three of Orange County’s state representatives voted against North Carolina’s updated budget, citing issues with its contents and construction.

Gov. Stein Signs North Carolina Budget Into Law, Updating Spending Plan After Nearly 3 Years

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 9, 2026 | State, State Government

North Carolina’s budget drought ended on Tuesday morning, as Gov. Josh Stein took action on a $34.3 billion appropriations package.

Therapy Smarts and Sen. Natalie Murdock on How HB696 Impacts Children and Families — On Air Today (June 15, 2026)

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jun 15, 2026 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

Founder and CEO of Therapy Smarts Avani Shah and N.C. District 20 Sen. Natalie Murdock speak with 97.9 The Hill on Monday, June 15.

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‘It Will Ripple to The Rest of The Community’: How Cuts to Affordable Healthcare Impact Everyone

Posted by Emma Cooke | Jan 20, 2026 | Health

Upcoming federal policy changes to Medicaid and other programs will impact who has access to affordable healthcare.

Equity in Health Care – December 11, 2025

Posted by Aaron Keck | Dec 11, 2025 | Forum On The Hill

What is the state of health care today, both nationally and here in our community? And what needs to be done to address disparities?

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North Carolina Gov. Stein Cancels Medicaid Rate Cuts Amid Legal and Legislative Battles

Posted by Associated Press | Dec 11, 2025 | Health, State Government

North Carolina Democratic Gov. Josh Stein is canceling Medicaid reimbursement rate reductions he initiated over two months ago, preserving in the short term access to care for vulnerable patients.

On the Porch: Sen. Natalie Murdock – Good Work for NC District 20

Posted by Aaron Johnson | Nov 23, 2025 | On The Porch

This Week:

NC Sen. Natalie Murdock is a native North Carolinian, UNC alum, and senate representative for District 20, which encompasses Durham and Chatham County. She served as Deputy Communications Director for NC Attorney General Josh Stein. She is the first woman of color under 40 to be elected to the NCGA and was elected in 2020 with over 100,000 votes. As a freshman senator she immediately filed over 100 bills that range from supporting black maternal health, expanding healthcare access for ALL to providing greater access to the ballot.

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North Carolina Effort Wipes Out $6.5B in Medical Debt for 2.5M People

Posted by Associated Press | Oct 14, 2025 | Health, State Government

More than 2.5 million North Carolina residents are getting over $6.5 billion in medical debt eliminated through a state government effort that offered hospitals extra Medicaid funds.

North Carolina Medicaid Patients Face Care Access Threat as Funding Impasse Continues

Posted by Associated Press | Sep 28, 2025 | Health, State Government

North Carolina Medicaid patients face reduced access to services as an legislative impasse over state Medicaid funding extends further.

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