WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2024

Good morning! On this day in 1929, deputies fired into a crowd of textile workers who were striking against grueling conditions at the Marion Manufacturing Company, killing six and wounding even more. It was one of the deadliest acts of strike-busting in the South.

Another strike is in the news today that could shut down the East and Gulf Coast ports. Learn more in Top Stories.

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Supplies Arrive by Truck, Plane, and Mule

As Hurricane Helene’s death toll surpassed 150 Monday—with 57 in Buncombe County alone—food, water, and other essentials are being delivered to western North Carolinians via trucks, cargo planes, and mules.

Numerous state and federal agencies, organizations, and businesses are also assisting with deliveries.

Mountain Mule Packers' mules brought in their first batch of supplies Monday. Each mule can carry about 200 pounds and travel into hard-to-reach mountainous areas, like Avery and Ashe counties in the high country—which is especially important right now, since sections of I-40, I-26, and I-240 are closed.

NCDOT is calling I-40 repairs a “long-term effort” and advising no travel to or around western North Carolina at this time.

Port Strike Could Hamper Helene Recovery

An estimated 45,000 East and Gulf Coast port workers went on strike early Tuesday morning for the first time in 47 years. Shipments ranging from food to automobiles will be blocked at ports from Maine to Texas.

The strike involves 36 East Coast ports and could severely impact delivery of emergency assistance to victims of Hurricane Helene.

Those who need to buy new vehicles and rebuild or repair homes could face higher prices than usual and add strain to southeastern supply chains.

The strike is also expected to raise consumer prices ahead of the holiday season.

Young NC Republican Voters Outnumber Democrats

A Carolina Journal study of North Carolina voting data reveals that 62% of voters between ages 18 and 34 plan on voting in the upcoming election, with significantly more of them Republicans (77%) versus Democrats (59%).

According to the study, 66% are females and 58% are males. Around 53% of the women say they will vote for the Democratic presidential candidate, while 33% plan to vote for the Republican.

The top issue for 51% of young voting women in North Carolina is abortion, while the top issue for 52% of young voting men is inflation.

Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have prioritized connecting with North Carolina voters due to recent polls indicating a tight presidential race in the Tar Heel State.

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➤ Statewide: A September poll of the North Carolina Attorney General race shows Democrat Jeff Jackson ahead of Republican Dan Bishop 43% to 36%, with 21% of likely voters undecided. (See Poll)

➤ Asheville: Sam Perkins couldn't contact his parents after Hurricane Helene hit, so he hiked 11 miles up a mountain to check on them. (More)

➤ Western NC: The U.S. Postal Service has temporarily suspended services in areas with zip codes starting with 286, 287, 288, and 289. (More)

➤ Mooresville: Soon after risky levels of carcinogens and radioactive material were found underneath a daycare, the EPA tested soil samples in a nearby residential area and deemed them acceptable. (More)

➤ Chapel Hill: A former UNC professor filed a legal complaint against the university surrounding his termination, which he says was retaliation for challenging the school's lack of faculty diversity and pay disparities. (See Details)

➤ Raleigh: The IBMA World of Bluegrass festival ended a 13-year run in Raleigh last weekend. Next year, the annual event moves to its new host city, Chattanooga. (More)

➤ The Carolina Panthers' offensive line ranked the best in the NFL in Week 4 based on defensive pressure rate allowed. (More)

➤ Four-star point guard Acaden Williams will make an official visit to Duke this weekend. (More)

➤ Hurricane Helene damages could affect the playoff schedule for state high school football teams. This also happened eight years ago when Hurricane Matthew hit North Carolina. (More)

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➤ The City of Asheville is partnering with Verizon to deliver temporary cellular service to those affected by Helene via a cellular satellite trailer at the Family Justice Center. (More)

➤ The 2024 Northeast North Carolina Niche Ag Conference takes place Nov. 22 at the Currituck Cooperative Extension Center in Barco. This year's theme is “Adding Value to your Ag.” (More)

➤ Nordstrom Rack will host a grand opening for its new Triangle Town Place store in Raleigh at 8 a.m. on Oct. 10. (See Details)

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➤ Discovery Place in Charlotte was one of 12 American science museums that scored the highest Google and TripAdvisor reviews. (See List)

➤ The American Battlefield Trust released an animated battle map featuring the military legacy of North Carolina. (View Map)

➤ October’s skies could bring a comet into view, along with Venus returning as an early evening star, a Draconid meteor shower, a full hunger supermoon, and an Orionid meteor shower. (See Details)

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