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Sewer master meter project

A $548,750 grant-funded project will install five bulk sewer flow meters to measure inflow and infiltration the county is paying Hickory to treat but can't currently verify.

1 mentionLast discussed Mar 16, 2026

MediumWater Utilities

Healthy Blue takeover of foster care Medicaid

Healthy Blue took over Medicaid coverage for foster children statewide on December 1. The first month brought contract and communication hiccups that occasionally complicated placements, though officials hope a unified system will help long-term.

1 mentionLast discussed Jan 5, 2026