Summary: North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper is set to announce the start date of a Medicaid expansion he has been advocating for. The expansion was approved in the state budget last week.
Greater Mid-Atlantic News Digest 1 p.m.
In North Carolina, Governor Roy Cooper will hold a news conference to announce the start date of a Medicaid expansion that he has been pushing for. The expansion was recently approved in the state budget. Meanwhile, a review of Ron Rash’s latest novel “The Caretaker” highlights the compelling story of young lovers in rural Appalachia in the 1950s. In South Carolina, a tragic shooting at a high school has left three teenage students dead and one injured. Authorities have not yet identified the responsible party.
Medicaid Expansion Announcement in North Carolina
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper will address the public and reveal the anticipated start date of the Medicaid expansion that he has long advocated for. The expansion was approved as part of the state budget, marking a significant milestone in Cooper’s efforts to improve healthcare access for North Carolinians.
Review of “The Caretaker” by Ron Rash
Ron Rash’s latest novel, “The Caretaker,” takes readers on a captivating journey through the fog-shrouded mountain terrain of rural Appalachia in the early 1950s. With his masterful storytelling, Rash weaves a tale of love, heartbreak, and the complexities of human nature against the backdrop of national strife. “The Caretaker” is a testament to Rash’s exceptional skill in capturing the essence of Appalachia and its inhabitants.
Tragic Shooting at South Carolina High School
A devastating shooting at a South Carolina high school has left the community in mourning. Three teenage students lost their lives, while another victim was injured and has since been released from the hospital. The authorities are actively investigating the incident, but no information about the responsible party has been released at this time. The community is grappling with the loss of these young lives and seeking answers in the wake of this tragedy.
