A beloved southern restaurant chain has officially closed its doors, bringing an end to its 88 years of business in North Carolina. Last week, Winston-Salem-born K&W Cafeteria announced it would close its remaining locations, stating, “this is not a decision we ever wanted to make.”
In recent days, the Trump administration has touted record Black Friday spending as an indication that the president’s tariff policy has had little impact on
The nonprofits – Rebuild Haywood, the Western North Carolina Conference of United Methodist Churches, and The Beacon Network – will focus on projects such as installing insulation, wrapping windows, and repairing roofs on homes damaged by the storm.
North Carolina is home to close to one million immigrants, and the economic impacts of unlawful Border Patrol and ICE raids are evident as small businesses across the Triangle have closed for extended periods of time.
“This groundbreaking investment will create more than 5,000 new jobs for North Carolinians and will strengthen our clean energy economy.”
The program does more than just correct a balance sheet. It actively prevents future debt accumulation, showcasing a proactive approach to public welfare – one where the government steps in to give families hit with unexpected hardship a chance to thrive.
Despite small business owners and industry leaders highlighting the negative impact of Trump’s tariffs, Republicans have been vocal supporters. In an interview, North Carolina Senate candidate Michael Whatley called Trump’s trade war “record-setting in terms of effectiveness” and said he supports it “wholeheartedly”.
Rates for all of NC, whether you use an ACA plan or get health insurance through an employer, will increase by ~28.6%. Many will see an increase of 114% or more.
North Carolina’s medical debt relief announcement comes as Americans across the country are watching their health care premiums double overnight due to DC Republicans refusal to extend the ACA tax credits.
“With these investments, western North Carolinians can stay connected and more easily get back on their feet – whether seeking resources, applying for a job online, starting a business, or going to school,” Stein said in a statement.