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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within New Hanover County in week ending Jan. 27?

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 31, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout New Hanover County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central E Township of Smithville: Precinct Southport 1

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 31, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SE North Carolina News analysis of North Carolina voter history data shows 2,686 voters in Central E Township of Smithville: Precinct Southport 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Budd Slams Biden’s Iran Appeasement in New Op-Ed

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 31, 2024

Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) has criticized the Biden administration's approach towards Iran in an opinion piece for the Washington Examiner. Budd's article comes in the aftermath of an Iranian-backed drone attack that resulted in the deaths of three U.S. servicemembers in Jordan.Budd argues that there are crucial U.S. national interests at stake, including the free flow of energy and trade to world markets, as well as counterterrorism efforts. He emphasizes that appeasement is not the solution and suggests that a weak response or further appeasement would...

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Rouzer Introduces Legislation to Prohibit Federal Funds from Being Used to Provide Gender Transition Procedures to Minors

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 31, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07) and Congressman Rich McCormick (GA-06) have introduced the Protecting Resources Of Taxpayers to Eliminate Childhood Transgender Surgeries (PROTECTS) Act. The legislation aims to prohibit federal funds from being used to provide gender transition procedures to minors. Rouzer emphasizes the potential harm of gender-altering surgeries for minors, stating, "Gender altering surgeries for minors can result in permanent, irreversible damage and not a single taxpayer dollar should be used to fund them." He adds that the PROTECTS...

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Budd Joins Coalition Demanding End to U.S. Aid to UNRWA Amid Hamas Ties

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 31, 2024

Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) has joined a coalition of senators in calling for an end to U.S. aid to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). The coalition, led by Senators Pete Ricketts, Tim Scott (R-SC), and Jim Risch (R-ID), has sent a letter to demand "an immediate and permanent prohibition" of U.S. aid to UNRWA.The letter comes in the wake of recent revelations that 12 UNRWA staff members were directly involved in an attack on Israel, which took place on October 7th. It has also been discovered that around 10% of UNRWA's...

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T&I Committee Approves Rouzer Legislation to Reform Clean Water Act Permitting Processes

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 31, 2024

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has approved two pieces of legislation led by Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee Chairman David Rouzer aimed at reforming the Clean Water Act permitting processes. The legislation is focused on increasing permitting efficiency and reducing burdensome and duplicative government regulations.Chairman Rouzer expressed his commitment to reducing red tape and delivering on permitting reform, stating, "Time is money, and ensuring important infrastructure and energy development projects do not become stuck in a...

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Budd Joins Bipartisan Coalition Urging Biden to Strengthen Iran Sanctions Enforcement

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 31, 2024

Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) has joined a bipartisan coalition letter led by Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) urging President Biden to enforce current law and take action against Iran's illicit oil trade through sanctions. The letter also encourages support for proposed legislation, including the bipartisan Stop Harboring Iranian Petroleum (SHIP) Act.The letter, co-signed by a total of 18 Senators, emphasizes the need to prevent illicit trade in Iranian oil and deny Iran the financial resources it uses to attack U.S. forces and allies in the Middle East....

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Budd, Colleagues Propose Bills to Expand Financial Opportunity

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 31, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) has introduced two bills aimed at expanding economic opportunity and reducing regulations for American businesses. The Regulation A+ Improvement Act and the Investment Opportunity Expansion Act seek to make it easier for individuals to start and grow new businesses, as well as invest in private offerings.The Regulation A+ Improvement Act, co-sponsored by Senator Mike Braun (R-IN), aims to increase the dollar amount companies can raise without going through the traditional initial public offering (IPO) process. By allowing...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Pender County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Jan. 27

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 30, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Pender County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Pender County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Jan. 27

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 30, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Pender County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central NW Township of Northwest: Precinct Hood Creek

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 30, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SE North Carolina News analysis of North Carolina voter history data shows 1,352 voters in Central NW Township of Northwest: Precinct Hood Creek cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Rouzer, Supply Chain Caucus Press Biden Administration on Efforts to Protect Global Supply Chain Amid Houthi Attacks

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 30, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC - The bipartisan Supply Chain Caucus, led by Congressman David Rouzer (R-NC), Congressman Dusty Johnson (R-SD), Congressman Colin Allred (D-TX), and Congresswoman Angie Craig (D-MN), has expressed concern to the Biden Administration regarding the ongoing Houthi attacks in the Red Sea. These attacks have been disrupting global shipping routes, threatening supply chains, and endangering human life.In a letter addressed to U.S. Defense Secretary Austin, State Department Secretary Blinken, and Transportation Secretary Buttigieg, the Caucus requested continued...

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How did Central W Township of Smithville: Precinct Oak Island 2 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 29, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SE North Carolina News analysis of North Carolina voter history data shows 2,520 voters in Central W Township of Smithville: Precinct Oak Island 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Budd, Colleagues Press DOD on Failure to Publish List of Chinese Military Companies Operating in the United States

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 29, 2024

Washington, D.C. - A group of seven senators, led by Senator Ted Budd (R-NC), has sent a letter to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, urging the Pentagon to fulfill its obligation to publish the names of "Chinese military companies" operating in the United States. This request is in accordance with Section 1260H of the Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act.The letter, also co-signed by Senators Tom Cotton (R-AR), Joni Ernst (R-IA), Rick Scott (R-FL), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Deb Fischer (R-NE), and Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), expresses concerns over the Department...

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across New Hanover County in week ending Jan. 27

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 29, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout New Hanover County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within New Hanover County in week ending Jan. 27?

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 28, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout New Hanover County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of Smithville: Precinct Oak Island 1

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 28, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SE North Carolina News analysis of North Carolina voter history data shows 1,980 voters in Central Township of Smithville: Precinct Oak Island 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Which former SE North Carolina News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 29?

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 28, 2024

These former SE North Carolina News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 29.

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On Saturday, January 27, former Trinity Academy standout Noah Ross’ college team lost in an NCAA D1 game

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 28, 2024

The UNC Wilmington Seahawks lost 78-86 in their NCAA D1 game against the Stony Brook Seawolves on Saturday, January 27.

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Matt Moore, former Joliet West High School standout, played on Saturday, January 27 in NCAA D1 game

By SE North Carolina News | Jan 28, 2024

The UNC Wilmington Seahawks lost 78-86 in their NCAA D1 game against the Stony Brook Seawolves on Saturday, January 27.