WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Mission Health announced that all six hospitals will host their annual “Crush the Crisis” prescription drug take back day on Saturday, October 24th, 2026. The event provides more accessible access to safely dispose of unused prescription drugs and raise awareness of the dangers of prescription drug misuse.
the University of North Carolina Asheville announced the establishment of AVL Scholars, a new merit-based scholarship for public high school students who reside in Buncombe County. As Asheville’s Hometown University, the scholarship illustrates UNC Asheville's commitment to the residents of the city and county and provides students with an opportunity to build a future in the community they already call home.
NORTH CAROLINA
North State Journal reported that in response to their reporter asking question about Cooper’s fitness for office, instead of receiving a response from Cooper spokesperson, a lawyer from the law firm of the notorious Marc Alias responded with a “cease and desist” letter.
the Republican-led General Assembly passed the Relief at the Pump Act, which suspended North Carolina’s 41-cent gas tax through November 30th. The legislation is designed to provide immediate relief North Carolinians by lowering the costs at the pump.
TENNESSEE
“Through his Arctic Frost witch hunt that targeted conservatives across America and even the President of the United States, Jack Smith perpetrated one of the worst abuses of government power in our nation’s history,” said Senator Blackburn. “This lawsuit is solely about holding Mr. Smith accountable and ensuring that our nation’s justice system can never again be weaponized against the American people. I thank the New Civil Liberties Alliance for their partnership in filing this complaint and for fighting to uphold our cherished constitutional rights.”
VIRGINIA
Barrar will develop a statewide outdoor recreation economy strategy to grow and support the industry based on feedback from local leaders and communities — integrating conservation, economic development, tourism, and workforce development.
Governor Abigail Spanberger today declared a State of Emergency to support Virginia farmers and producers in response to the statewide hay shortage caused by ongoing drought conditions.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Rep. Jen Kiggans for Virginia’s Second District. The U.S. Chamber is the leading advocacy group for business and endorses candidates for federal office who support policies that drive innovation, grow the economy, and create opportunities for American businesses and workers.
SOUTH CAROLINA
Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order 2026-23 directing the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) to assist with receiving applications from scholarship granting organizations seeking to participate in the Federal Tax Credit Program in South Carolina for Tax Year 2027.
This legislation would permit eligible, taxpaying energy producers to use certain tax credits – beyond current restrictions – to invest in areas designated as “disasters zones.”
GEORGIA
State of Georgia’s announced that net tax collections during the month September totaled $3.34 billion an increase of roughly $76.7, or 2.3 percent compared to FY 2026 when net tax collections approached $3.27 billion for the month. Year to date, net tax revenue collections totaled $8.41 billion for an increase of $240.2 million, or 2.9 percent, compared to September 2025, when net tax collections totaled $8.17 billion through three months.
Daniels is the managing partner of Daniels Law LLC in Eastman and Cochran. His practice includes civil litigation, real estate transactions, local government law, and representing the Department of Corrections and Division of Child Support Services as a Special Assistant Attorney General.
OPINION
Over my career, I have had a front-row seat to how information is weaponized by left-wing media outlets. But none are worse than The New York Times. Over and over, when reality conflicts with their preferred narrative, they simply rewrite reality through calculated omission.
Most Americans are spending money like drunken sailors on Leave. American credit card debt has now risen to levels not seen since the turn of the century.
There’s an old Latin phrase we all know, Carpe Diem. We translate that to “seize the day.” But the rest of the phrase is seize the day-trusting as little as possible in tomorrow. That’s the part that often gets left out.
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