With this freeze, we are now the only state in the country to not provide free civil legal services through IOLTA.
- Mike Conley
"She has indeed taken and endured more than her share of hard licks and heartaches in this life and continues to get up every day to serve others.”
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After working for more than 20 years, Smith returned to school to finish his degree.
- Sharon McBrayer
Duke Energy Carolinas is requesting to increase its rates and charges by 18% over two years.
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