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EPISODE · Aug 18, 2025 · 33 MIN

Health Plan Hikes, $46M School Deficit, NCInnovation in Question

from The Carolina Journal News Hour on WBT · host WBT

Hurricane Erin has prompted a state of emergency in the Outer Banks as the storm threatens coastal communities. State Health Plan members are bracing for premium increases in the coming years. Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools face a dire $46 million budget shortfall, raising concerns about mismanagement and future cuts. Meanwhile, NCInnovation’s future looks uncertain as its CEO prepares to step down and legislators intensify scrutiny of the program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hurricane Erin has prompted a state of emergency in the Outer Banks as the storm threatens coastal communities. State Health Plan members are bracing for premium increases in the coming years. Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools face a dire $46...

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