Month: April 2023

Watch out: Scammers will try to take advantage of storm damage

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Watch out: Scammers will try to take advantage of storm damage

The KVUE Defenders have tips on spotting storm scams. AUSTIN, Texas — It’s like another blow when you get scammed after dealing with storm damage. So, look carefully before you sign or fix anything damaged in a storm. Scammers want your money. The Texas Department of Insurance’s (TD) website asks you to read all contracts carefully. Also, get an estimate first. TDI reminds you to not sign a contract with blank sections, as a scammer…

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Tornadoes kill 2 in central US; new storms possible Thursday

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Tornadoes kill 2 in central US; new storms possible Thursday

Power lines also were torn down, trees toppled and homes and other buildings badly damaged or destroyed. COLE, Okla. — Strong storms with tornadoes and hail killed at least two people in the central U.S., injuring others, destroying homes and leaving thousands without power. The National Weather Service began issuing tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings Wednesday evening in Oklahoma, Kansas and Iowa, with forecasters warning people to find shelter. Central Oklahoma saw tornadoes, including one…

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Possible tornadoes, golf ball size hail puts damper on Fiesta's first day

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Possible tornadoes, golf ball size hail puts damper on Fiesta's first day

National Weather Service is calling for severe weather for Thursday, April 20, for the San Antonio area and parts of the Hill Country. Mohammad Sowaid / EyeEm/Getty Images/EyeEm The first official day of Fiesta celebrations has finally arrived in San Antonio. However, the biggest party in the Alamo City is being threatened by the weather as strong to severe storms potentially move into the area, according to the National Weather Service. San Antonio and most…

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2 dead as severe storms, tornadoes move through central U.S.

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2 dead as severe storms, tornadoes move through central U.S.

Power lines also were torn down, trees toppled and homes and other buildings badly damaged or destroyed. COLE, Okla. — Strong storms including tornadoes, winds and hail moved through parts of the Central U.S. on Wednesday, killing at least two people, causing injuries, destroying homes and leaving thousands without power. The National Weather Service began issuing tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings Wednesday evening in Oklahoma, Kansas and Iowa with forecasters warning people to find shelter….

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Fast’s goal lifts Hurricanes past Islanders in overtime

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Fast’s goal lifts Hurricanes past Islanders in overtime

The series shifts to New York for two games, starting with Game 3 on Friday. RALEIGH, N.C. — Jesper Fast took a cross-ice pass from Jordan Staal and buried it past Ilya Sorokin at 5:03 of overtime to lift the Carolina Hurricanes past the New York Islanders 4-3 on Wednesday night, taking a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series. Staal’s pass came from the left side near the boards and found Fast loose on…

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Raleigh designer creates exclusive jackets for Hurricane family members in 30 days

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RALEIGH, N.C. — While many eyes will be on the Carolina Hurricanes players Wednesday night, another look will surely grab the audience’s attention. A Raleigh designer had the opportunity to design unique handmade leather jackets for family members of the Hurricanes players. “Each one of the jackets is painted to be unique,” said Jen Stone, designer. The team players’ wives reached out to Stone in order to help them stand out in the crowd for…

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Local Raleigh designer creates exclusive jackets for Hurricane family members in 30 days

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RALEIGH, N.C. — While many eyes will be on the Carolina Hurricanes players Wednesday night, another look will surely grab the audience’s attention. A Raleigh designer had the opportunity to design unique handmade leather jackets for family members of the Hurricanes players. “Each one of the jackets is painted to be unique,” said Jen Stone, designer. The team players’ wives reached out to Stone in order to help them stand out in the crowd for…

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Crews bring Leland woods fire under control; four homes damaged

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Crews bring Leland woods fire under control; four homes damaged

5 minutes ago A fire in Leland has been brought under control (Photo: WWAY) LELAND, NC (WWAY) — Crews with the Leland Fire Department have brought a woods fire under control. The blaze broke out just after 4:00 p.m. Wednesday in a wooded area off Grayson Parkway. Seven acres were scorched in the fire, with crews from several agencies responding. Minor damage was reported to four houses but no injuries were reported. The cause is…

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'Let's go Canes!' Family members of Carolina Hurricanes players will sport custom playoff jackets

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'Let's go Canes!' Family members of Carolina Hurricanes players will sport custom playoff jackets

Wednesday, April 19, 2023 9:10PM When the Carolina Hurricanes skate out of the locker room for game two at home for the first round of the playoffs against the New York Islanders, their family in the stands will be sporting their own special sort of uniform. Raleigh artist Jen Stone of Jen Stone Design was commissioned to create special custom handpainted leather jackets just for the playoffs for the player’s wives, significant others, and kids….

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Carolina Hurricanes seek 2-game lead against New York Islanders in 1st round of Stanley Cup Playoffs

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Carolina Hurricanes seek 2-game lead against New York Islanders in 1st round of Stanley Cup Playoffs

Wednesday, April 19, 2023 2:25PM RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — The Carolina Hurricanes look to take a 2-0 lead Wednesday night in the first round of the NHL Playoffs. The Canes will again host the New York Islanders at PNC Arena, with puck drop scheduled for 7 p.m. If you’re unable to attend, the game will air on ESPN2. In the first game of the series, the Canes rode power-play goal success to a 2-1 victory….

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NC State students displaced after power outage causes pipe burst, flooding in residence hall

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NC State students displaced after power outage causes pipe burst, flooding in residence hall

RALEIGH, N.C. — Power has been restored at the central campus of NC State Tuesday after a massive outage knocked out power earlier in the afternoon. According to a spokesperson for NC State, power was restored to the campus just after 6:50 p.m. Tuesday. Traffic was backed up through the 6 o’clock hour in the areas of Pullen Road and Dan Allen Drive, and campus residents were advised to make alternate dinner plans, because the…

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NC State students displaced after power outage cause pipe burst, flooding in residence hall

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NC State students displaced after power outage cause pipe burst, flooding in residence hall

RALEIGH, N.C. — Power has been restored at the central campus of NC State Tuesday after a massive outage knocked out power earlier in the afternoon. According to a spokesperson for NC State, power was restored to the campus just after 6:50 p.m. Tuesday. Traffic was backed up through the 6 o’clock hour in the areas of Pullen Road and Dan Allen Drive, and campus residents were advised to make alternate dinner plans, because the…

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