NC Republicans pitch $1.3 billion boost for private school vouchers: Wednesday, April 26
North Carolina Senate Republicans called Wednesday for the largest expansion of the state's private school voucher program since it was created, saying all families should qualify for at least some money regardless of income. Senate Bill 406 would remove the program’s current income caps, replacing them with a sliding scale that would let any family get a voucher, called an Opportunity Scholarship, of up to $3,246. From there the bill sets up a tiered system with families making less money eligible for larger scholarships, up to $7,213 a year. READ MORE: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/education/nc-republicans-private-school-education-vouchers/275-a4dd84da-4354-47be-b9f1-287147ee8913 A massive fire caused damage to multiple buildings in downtown Statesville early Tuesday morning. The fire was initially spotted by firefighters, who were responding to a separate call and noticed smoke coming from the downtown area. Once they arrived at the corner of West Broad Street and South Center Street after 2 a.m., they saw flames and heavy smoke coming from the buildings. READ MORE: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/local/firefighters-battle-major-fire-in-downtown-statesville-overnight-iredell/275-df2ed0b2-17e8-4451-b155-e538f22e954b Plus on our live edition of #WakeUpCLT To Go, we're highlighting Bountiful Blessings in Gastonia. This nonprofit is doing amazing work in the community, plus it's a food pantry that does more than collect food. They provide clothing, medical supplies and other essential items to neighbors in need. But they can't do it without your help. Text "Bountiful" to 44321 to learn how you can make a difference or click here --> https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/community/bountiful-blessing-volunteers-doing-good-charlotte-nc/275-75a416b1-d4c8-4fe2-9f00-c1e9ab0c4b90 Watch Wake Up Charlotte each weekday morning from 4:30 to 7 a.m. on WCNC Charlotte, and as always, join the conversation on social media using #WakeUpCLT!
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North Carolina Senate Republicans called Wednesday for the largest expansion of the state's private school voucher program since it was created, saying all families should qualify for at least some money regardless of income.
Senate Bill 406 would remove the program’s current income caps, replacing them with a sliding scale that would let any family get a voucher, called an Opportunity Scholarship, of up to $3,246. From there the bill sets up a tiered system with families making less money eligible for larger scholarships, up to $7,213 a year.
READ MORE: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/education/nc-republicans-private-school-education-vouchers/275-a4dd84da-4354-47be-b9f1-287147ee8913
A massive fire caused damage to multiple buildings in downtown Statesville early Tuesday morning.
The fire was initially spotted by firefighters, who were responding to a separate call and noticed smoke coming from the downtown area. Once they arrived at the corner of West Broad Street and South Center Street after 2 a.m., they saw flames and heavy smoke coming from the buildings.
READ MORE: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/local/firefighters-battle-major-fire-in-downtown-statesville-overnight-iredell/275-df2ed0b2-17e8-4451-b155-e538f22e954b
Plus on our live edition of #WakeUpCLT To Go, we're highlighting Bountiful Blessings in Gastonia. This nonprofit is doing amazing work in the community, plus it's a food pantry that does more than collect food. They provide clothing, medical supplies and other essential items to neighbors in need. But they can't do it without your help. Text "Bountiful" to 44321 to learn how you can make a difference or click here --> https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/community/bountiful-blessing-volunteers-doing-good-charlotte-nc/275-75a416b1-d4c8-4fe2-9f00-c1e9ab0c4b90
Watch Wake Up Charlotte each weekday morning from 4:30 to 7 a.m. on WCNC Charlotte, and as always, join the conversation on social media using #WakeUpCLT!