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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Richard Hudson is applauding President Barack Obama for signing the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act on Tuesday.
The North Carolina Republican attended the bill signing ceremony at the White House.
There has been a lot of discussion in recent months about economic development in North Carolina. It’s a state priority, as well as one of my own, to attract and support the kinds of industries and businesses that drive our economy and create jobs. One industry that has a huge impact on our economy is tourism.
These are tough times for hard-working families. Too many Americans are either unemployed or underemployed. Families are juggling bills they can't pay. Many believe they are working harder but only falling farther and farther behind.
These are tough times for hard-working families. Too many Americans are either unemployed or underemployed. Families are juggling bills they can't pay. Many believe they are working harder but only falling farther and farther behind.
We last told you about the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's amateurish handling of an antidiscrimination claim against a North Carolina law firm back in February, after a U.S. Magistrate sanctioned the agency for its failure to preserve evidence and ordered taxpayers to pay the law firm's legal fees.
U.S. Rep. Richard Hudson, R-8th District, targeted Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki this week.
Hudson, an outspoken supporter of veterans, said the VA’s failures are “astounding and shameful.”
THOMASVILLE | Gov. Pat McCrory and thousands of people paid tribute Monday to the members of the military who lost their lives fighting for freedom.
“I saw the best of America and the best of North Carolina (Monday),” the governor said moments after giving remarks at Cushwa Stadium.
ROCKINGHAM — Since 1868, Memorial Day has been a time to honor those who died in battle. Richmond County now has a monument to their sacrifice that will stand 365 days a year.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4203 leaders unveiled the Fallen Soldier Battlefield Cross statue in a Saturday dedication ceremony that doubled as a Memorial Day observance.
SALISBURY — Led by Jim Duncan, a behind-the-scenes effort has started for Rowan County to address human trafficking — when men, women and children are used for labor, trade and sex.
“It’s a worldwide problem,” said Duncan, past chairman of the Rowan United Way campaign, “but my heart is Rowan County. ... I just know I need to do something.
Fort Bragg's congresswoman has introduced an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act that would bar the military from closing a Fort Bragg unit.