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RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A North Carolina company that sells communications software to technology firms for conferencing and message applications plans to create nearly 1,200 jobs in the state over the next eight years, the state Commerce Department announced on Tuesday.

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina’s elected officials on Tuesday pledged cooperation and prepared for expanded social distancing restrictions as COVID-19- related deaths jumped by a third statewide.

Charlie's Angels Animal Rescue: We have a pet food pantry set up to help members of community in this time of need. Give us a call 828 885 3647. We can set up your food for pick up.

Raleigh -- NCDHHS: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services April 7, 2020: COVID-19 Case Count in North Carolina

Waynesville Police -- Over the weekend the Waynesville Police Department charged or cited several individuals for larceny and possession of stolen property. In addition,

North Carolina -- North Carolina Community Colleges COVID-19 Response --

In an effort that is at once high-tech and homemade, a loose-knit group of people in the Asheville community and at UNC Asheville are working as volunteers

Asheville -- City of Asheville April 6, 2020 Community Update-Key Takeaways

Macon County-- Macon County Health Department: Press Release April 6, 2020

Raleigh, N.C. Apr 6, 2020 A collection of North Carolina experts today released a composite modeling forecast looking at how COVID-19 could affect North Carolina in the coming months.

Madison County Government: Madison County Emergency Pet Food Assistance

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Several protesters outside a North Carolina abortion clinic were arrested Saturday for refusing to comply with the state’s stay-at-home order for the coronavirus, Charlotte-Mecklenburg police said.

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — A North Carolina man died on Sunday after being shot at a residence where a “large gathering” apparently had occurred in the early morning hours, police said.

Buncombe County Government-- Several partners have come together to create #OneBuncombe, an assistance fund to help bridge the gap for local businesses and individuals impacted by COVID-19.