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Vaccine hesitancy among health care workers raises concerns
Survey shows lower than expected rate of vaccination for COVID-19 among NC health professionals.
Forest supervisor balances population, budget and environmental concerns
Forest supervisor James Melonas sets priorities for tenure as leader of state’s four national forests. Photo by USFS.
Paying for sexual assault nurse examiners in NC
Lawyer for Fayetteville hospital suggests organizations that think it should employ certified SANE nurses could “provide opportunities” for their training.
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The Kicker, Show 62 | Giving the COVID-19 vaccine a boost
This week’s show focuses on experts on vaccine distribution and those on the frontlines of this unprecedented vaccination program.
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Learn more about Carolina Public Press’s reporting on COVID-19 in North Carolina’s prison system.
The Kicker, Show 60 | 2020 Year in review
Managing editor Frank Taylor reflects on news coverage of an unpredictable and unprecedented year.
The Kicker, Show 59 | COVID-19 turns economic tiers upside down
Economic impact on North Carolina tourism towns changes Commerce Department designations for 2020.
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Las bases militares de Carolina del Norte combaten la resistencia a las vacunas de las tropas
Algunos miembros activos de la militar son resistentes a la vacunación, mientras que los hospitales para los veteranos brindan otra vía para la inyección, ya que la demanda supera la oferta.
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Can employers require COVID-19 vaccinations?
Guidance on the legality of vaccine mandates is unclear. Some North Carolina employers rely instead on incentive programs.
Who is a ‘frontline essential worker’ in North Carolina?
Individuals from many industries will be included in the next group for the COVID-19 vaccinations, but protocols for determining who qualifies and how they will prove it remain unclear.
Crime & Justice
Incarcerated individuals in North Carolina to receive vaccines
Some NC prison staff and older inmates have already been vaccinated, but the majority of the state’s more than 25,000 inmates await vaccination.
Economy
COVID restrictions eased for bars, restaurants, sports and entertainment venues
Limitations lifted for many North Carolina businesses, but mask mandate remains in place.
Education
Vaccination loopholes allow some to receive doses ahead of their group
University volunteers and school staff in some NC districts receive COVID-19 vaccine doses ahead of schedule.
Environment
Black leadership advances new trails project in Pisgah National Forest
Creation of more than 40 miles of “purpose-built” trail system will serve a diverse range of users from equestrians to walkers.
Health
Vaccine eligibility opens to all North Carolina adults on April 7
State officials announced another acceleration of the priority group timeline, moving remaining essential workers to March 31 and all adults to April 7.
Politics & Government
Legislature to delay city elections, method yet unknown
Late Census data has created problems for election schedules, but agreement on the best solution remains elusive.