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Have you noticed more ADA accessible areas when you're outdoors?
NC Communities Make Outdoors Accessible for All
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MOUNT AIRY, N. C. – Taking a hike on a trail or casting a line into a creek is something many people take for granted, but it's a luxury for thousands in the state who live with a disability. ..."The pilot’s voice was calm yet focused as her plane descended with 149 people on board."
After the engine on her plane exploded yesterday, spraying shrapnel into the aircraft, "causing a window to be blown out and leaving one woman dead and seven other people injured," the pilot of Southwest flight 1380, Tammie Jo Shults, "successfully completed an emergency landing at the Philadelphia International Airport, sparing the lives of 148 people" and averting a far worse catastrophe. What we now know is that Tammie Jo was among the first female fighter pilots for the U.S. Navy, and was also among the first women to fly an F/A-18 Hornet fighter jet. She served in the Navy for 10 years, reaching the rank of Navy lieutenant commander.
After the engine on her plane exploded yesterday, spraying shrapnel into the aircraft, "causing a window to be blown out and leaving one woman dead and seven other people injured," the pilot of Southwest flight 1380, Tammie Jo Shults, "successfully completed an emergency landing at the Philadelphia International Airport, sparing the lives of 148 people" and averting a far worse catastrophe. What we now know is that Tammie Jo was among the first female fighter pilots for the U.S. Navy, and was also among the first women to fly an F/A-18 Hornet fighter jet. She served in the Navy for 10 years, reaching the rank of Navy lieutenant commander.
We love seeing Women AdvaNCe friend Osunfunke Omisade Burney-Scott featured in this video. Way to AdvaNCE the Change!
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This state just banned shackling pregnant inmates — but it's only the first step toward protecting incarcerated women
Well played Nikki Haley.
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Haley's response to WH blame over sanctions: 'I don't get confused'
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A consensus emerged Tuesday at the White House and Mar-a-Lago about how to clean up the administration's suddenly muddled plans to crack down on Russia: Blame Nikki Haley.This year marks the 25th anniversary of FMLA. #fmla
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OPINION, Velva Jenkins: How N.C. employers are investing in families
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This year marks the 25th anniversary of the federal Family Medical Leave Act, which, among other allowances, permits employees to take up to 12 weeks ofCongratulations to our Woman to Watch - Tonya D. McDaniel
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The loss of a matriarch.
Barbara Bush, former first lady, dies at 92https://www.cnn.com/2018/04/17/politics/barbara-bush-dies/index.html
Barbara Bush, former first lady, dies at 92
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Barbara Bush, the matriarch of a Republican political dynasty and a first lady who elevated the cause of literacy, died Tuesday, a family spokesman said. She was 92.Do any of you have a personal story to share? Message us if you do.
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ICE raids extend beyond WNC as at least 40 are arrested across state
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Did you know about these gaps in Title VII protections? One North Carolina woman found out the hard way.
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BRUNSWICK COUNTY – After months of alleged harassment, a Brunswick County woman learned that state and federal law don’t protect her because the harassment took place at a non-profit. Dr. Kristen…We are thinking of those impacted by last night's storms.
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The Latest: Storm Damages Reported in North Carolina Storm
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The National Weather Service reports storm damage in western North Carolina after severe weather rumbled through the region.
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