UPDATE: We've reached the deadline for submitting graduation shout-outs. Stay tuned for the graduation shout-out page! This year didn't turn out the way any of us expected. It's been a big disappointment to graduates and their family. Just because graduation ceremonies have been postponed, canceled or altered does not mean that your students' achievements are any less noteworthy. At … [Read more...] about Last days to submit a graduate shout-out for our new graduate page! (It’s free!)
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North Carolina enters Phase 2 of re-opening Friday — here’s what you need to know
Governor Cooper has announced that on Friday, May 22nd, at 5 p.m., North Carolina will enter Phase 2 of re-opening. Phase 2 runs through at least Friday, June 26th, unless changed or canceled. Here's what that means. The Stay at Home Order will be lifted, replaced with a "Safer at Home" recommendation: Mass gatherings are limited to 10 people indoors in most circumstances Mass … [Read more...] about North Carolina enters Phase 2 of re-opening Friday — here’s what you need to know
You can request an absentee ballot and vote by mail — no special circumstances are needed
If you are eligible to vote in North Carolina, you are eligible to vote by mail, with an absentee ballot. You do not need to be living away from North Carolina to do this. No special circumstances are required. Every voter is eligible to vote by absentee ballot. Note: If you haven't registered to vote yet, you need to do that first. Here's how. It's not too early to be thinking about … [Read more...] about You can request an absentee ballot and vote by mail — no special circumstances are needed
More auto insurance companies announce refunds
You might be getting a partial refund from your car insurance company. With so many people staying off the roads, insurance companies are sending some money back to customers. Some are also extending a grace period for cancellations, if you're struggling to pay. Thanks to Atlanta on the Cheap for compiling this list of the major insurers, and what each one is offering. In some cases insurers … [Read more...] about More auto insurance companies announce refunds
How to have a remote game night with Jackbox Games — plus, big discounts
We're all trying to connect with people we miss, and to have some semblance of social interaction. One fun way to do this is by playing multi-player games remotely. We've been scheduling regular remote game nights with far-flung family members, and it's something we all look forward to. We're using Jackbox Games. Jackbox Games are social, party games. The games are played on platforms like … [Read more...] about How to have a remote game night with Jackbox Games — plus, big discounts
Asking these 9 questions every day might help you cope with this difficult time
This was first published on Charlotte on the Cheap. Here on Triangle on the Cheap, I usually write about free and cheap things to do. During normal times, I write about concerts, festivals, sports events, and kids’ activities. These days I’m writing about virtual events, things to do at home, and ways to get groceries and wine. I keep it practical. (And at the end of this article I’ll … [Read more...] about Asking these 9 questions every day might help you cope with this difficult time
When will I get my federal stimulus check and how much?
You might have some questions about the federal stimulus check. Do I qualify for a stimulus check? When will I get a stimulus check? How much will my stimulus check be? What if I don't have direct deposit set up? What if I haven't filed my taxes yet? We have some answers. Here’s what you need to know. Please note that we are not accountants, and we're just sharing publicly available … [Read more...] about When will I get my federal stimulus check and how much?
Free lunch for kids everyday at Pie-Zano (Rolesville). Also, learn how to share your business’ deal for free
During these trying times we've been getting a lot of requests from businesses to share their deals. And we want to, because now, more than ever, we need to support local businesses. But we wanted to do it in an organized way, in a way that made it easy for local residents to find the deals. So, we reached out to our friends behind the website, Support Local or Else, to see if they … [Read more...] about Free lunch for kids everyday at Pie-Zano (Rolesville). Also, learn how to share your business’ deal for free
Interactive map of low-priced internet service
Many North Carolina residents are working from home, or learning remotely, and, in response, several internet service providers are offering free or reduced-rate internet service for a limited time. The Broadband Infrastructure Office of the NC Department of Information Technology has compiled this information into an interactive map. The map displays internet service providers in North … [Read more...] about Interactive map of low-priced internet service
20 companies hiring right now
Many people have lost jobs in recent weeks, either permanently or temporarily. If you're worried about how to make ends meet, it is helpful to know that some companies are still hiring. You can probably find a job. Demand for workers at grocery stores, drugstores, delivery services, hardware stores and some restaurants that deliver has grown. In some cases, the jobs will be permanent, and in … [Read more...] about 20 companies hiring right now
