The Division of Employment Security (DES) has announced that Duplin, Gates and Pender counties have been approved for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) due to the effects of Hurricane Matthew. This brings the total to 23 counties that have been approved for DUA.
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Transportation officials have opened a seven-mile stretch of westbound I-40 in Johnston County that closed as a result of Hurricane Matthew.
Public Health officials are reminding residents of North Carolina impacted by Hurricane Matthew about the importance of food and water safety.
Public Health officials are reminding residents of North Carolina impacted by Hurricane Matthew about the importance of food and water safety. Those who lost power for an extended period of time or experienced flooding need to take the following precautions:
The State Highway Patrol has released the name of the deceased involved in the Monday evening shooting in Lumberton, N.C.
North Carolina residents who suffered losses and damage as a result of Hurricane Matthew can get information about disaster assistance in Harnett and Nash counties at Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) opening Saturday, October 15. The hours of operation are 9 a.m.
People from all walks of life are reaching out, seeking ways to assist victims and communities devastated by Hurricane Matthew in North Carolina.
Food and Nutrition Services recipients have until Oct. 18 to request replacement of their benefits if they experienced food losses that can be attributed to Hurricane Matthew.
As residents assess damage from Hurricane Matthew and begin repairing or rebuilding, the following information can help expedite storm victims file insurance claims and apply for other assistance.
State environmental officials are providing North Carolinians with guidance on the best methods for disposing of storm debris in the wake of Hurricane Matthew.