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UNC Asheville Announces Bruce W. Barker Vice Chancellor For Budget And Chief Operating Officer 

This week, the University of North Carolina Sehveille announced the appointment of Bruce W. Barker as the University’s next Vice chancellor for Budget and Finance and Chief Operation Officer. Barker previously served as the Director of Business Operation and Chief Procurement Officer since 2019. Barker will succeed Josh Lassiter, who has served in the role on an interim basis since the retirement of CFO Paul Forter. 

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Medal Of Honor Recipient Named Grand Marshal Of First In Freedom Parade

"Major James Capers Jr. represents the very best of our state and our nation," said Commissioner Luke Farley. "His extraordinary courage under fire, unwavering commitment to his fellow Marines, and lifetime of service embody the values we celebrate every Independence Day. It is an incredible honor to welcome this American hero as Grand Marshal of the First in Freedom Parade." 

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Republican-Led General Assembly Passes Budget, Addressing Affordability and Public Safety Concerns  

“Our state’s fiscal health remains in great shape. This is a responsible spending plan that takes aim at bureaucratic bloat without endangering core services,” said Senate Leader Phil Berger. “This keeps our promise to reduce the tax burden for all North Carolinians, while expanding access to incredible educational opportunities, keeping our communities safe, and solidifying North Carolina’s status as the best state in the nation.” 

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Fourth Round of Rural Site Development Grants Announced By Governor Kemp 

 

“Since I took office, over 64 percent of new jobs created have gone to parts of our state outside the metro Atlanta region, and the Rural Site Development Initiative is an important part of that broader effort to bring opportunity to all parts of Georgia,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “I'm grateful for the great partnership of the General Assembly in funding and promoting this program, and I look forward to even more jobs and investment going to rural areas.” 

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NRSC Releases New Ad Showcasing Cooper’s Record Of Making Stuff Cost More

"Under Roy Cooper, North Carolinians paid more for food,housing,energy, and healthcareas he cheered onKamala Harris' reckless spending that sent inflation to 9%. Cooper makes stuff cost more for North Carolinians while illegalsand dangerous criminalsget a free ride," said NRSC Regional Press Secretary Nick Puglia.  

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