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Durham County: Residents received $542.55 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.8% of income in Durham County, providing an average of $1,631 per capita to residents.

By Durham Reporter | Apr 13, 2025

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Foushee's statements address concern over federal scientists and airport inefficiencies

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee of North Carolina's 4th District addresses airport inefficiencies, federal scientists' job insecurities, and legal issues surrounding Elon Musk in recent statements.

By Durham Reporter | Apr 11, 2025

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Valerie Foushee discusses SAVE ACT, student achievements, and science funding

By Durham Reporter | Apr 10, 2025

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee, in a series of posts on April 10, 2025, outlined her positions on the SAVE ACT, engagements with educational programs, and discussions on science funding.

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Congresswoman Valerie Foushee addresses visa and healthcare issues in North Carolina

By Durham Reporter | Apr 9, 2025

On April 9, 2025, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee raised alarms over the treatment of international students and potential cuts to healthcare services in North Carolina's 4th District.

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Durham County Commissioners to hold regular meeting on April 14, 2025

By Durham Reporter | Apr 9, 2025

The Durham Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) will convene for a Regular Session meeting on April 14, 2025, at 7 p.m. This session will occur in person at the Commissioners’ Chambers, situated on the second floor of the Administration I Building...

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Valerie Foushee advocates for extreme heat mitigation and pay equity

By Durham Reporter | Apr 8, 2025

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee addresses climate change and pay equity issues via social media posts on April 7 and April 8, 2025.

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Valerie Foushee's tweets address service, outreach, and policy concerns in North Carolina

By Durham Reporter | Apr 8, 2025

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee announced mobile office hours, criticized a visa policy, and addressed workforce cuts on April 8, 2025.

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Durham County hosts Second Chance Month activities for community reintegration

By Durham Reporter | Apr 8, 2025

The Durham County Justice Services Department, alongside the Durham Local Reentry Council, is actively participating in a series of events throughout April to celebrate Second Chance Month in Durham County.

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Durham County to close most offices for Good Friday holiday on April 18

By Durham Reporter | Apr 7, 2025

Durham County Government has announced the closure of most of its offices on April 18, 2025, in observance of the Good Friday holiday.

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Durham County Library celebrates fifth annual Library Fest with safety measures

By Durham Reporter | Apr 7, 2025

Durham, North Carolina is currently hosting the fifth annual Library Fest organized by the Durham County Library.

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Valerie Foushee critiques NASA compliance and promotes student art competition

By Durham Reporter | Apr 4, 2025

Valerie Foushee, a U.S. Congresswoman from North Carolina, raised concerns on April 3 and April 4, 2025, about issues ranging from workforce reductions at NASA to veterans' services impact and an art competition.

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Household hazardous waste collection scheduled for May in Durham County

By Durham Reporter | Apr 4, 2025

Durham County's Solid Waste Division plans to hold a Household Hazardous Waste collection event on May 17.

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Durham County saw 7.4% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

By Durham Reporter | Apr 4, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 15.3% of income in Durham County, a 7.4% rise from 7.9% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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Valerie Foushee criticizes Trump policies and supports public health and youth initiatives

By Durham Reporter | Apr 3, 2025

On April 3, 2025, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee addressed President Trump's economic policies and their national implications via social media.

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Durham sheriff announces arrest and seizure of drugs and weapons

By Durham Reporter | Apr 3, 2025

Durham County Sheriff Clarence F. Birkhead announced the arrest of Daijone Lamear Mack, 24, of Durham.

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Durham County Library to host fifth annual Library Fest in April

By Durham Reporter | Apr 3, 2025

Durham County Library is set to host its fifth annual Library Fest from April 7 to April 12.

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Durham County invites Gold Star families to Memorial Day event

By Durham Reporter | Apr 3, 2025

Durham, N.C. – The Durham County Veteran Services Department is planning a special Memorial Day tribute to honor fallen military heroes and support their surviving families.

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Valerie Foushee addresses advocacy, Social Security, and USAID in recent statements

By Durham Reporter | Apr 2, 2025

Valerie Foushee recently discussed honoring local advocacy, the impact of Social Security, and a controversial order to dismantle USAID.

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Durham County Utilities releases April newsletter for Earth Month

By Durham Reporter | Apr 1, 2025

Durham County Utilities Division has released its April newsletter in recognition of Earth Month.

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Durham County Commissioners schedule work session for April 7, 2025

By Durham Reporter | Apr 1, 2025

The Durham Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is set to convene for an in-person Work Session at 9 a.m. on April 7, 2025.