 |
|
|
Aid Granted For Easter Weekend Freeze
Federal officials have granted a disaster designation to portions of the state where an Easter weekend freeze caused about 100 million dollars in agricultural damage.
|
|
Font Size:
The freezing temperatures April sixth through ninth damaged fruit and vegetable crops in 47 counties from the mountains to the coastal plain. The disaster declaration announced today means farmers qualify for low-interest loans. Officials announced the designation one day after Congress approved grants to help farmers. Crops hit by the freeze included nursery plants, apples, peaches, berries, corn and other grain and Irish potatoes.
More Stories
| Most Commented |
| Police: Girl Raped, Killed On Day She Was Taken 305 Comments |
| Obama Wants Domestic Spending Cuts In Next Budget 175 Comments |
| ONLY ON WITN: Victim's Mother Speaks Out About Sunday Murder 128 Comments |
| Greenville Walmart Crime Concerns 108 Comments |
| WITN Remembers A Special Man 71 Comments |
| New Principal Named For School Recovering From "Cash For Grades" Controversy 68 Comments |
Click one of the pictures below to see more or to upload your own photos and videos.
Special Sections
 |
CarSoup
Search inventory from local dealers and private sellers. |
 |
|
 |
Rental Guide
Video tours to help you find your next apartment. |
|
|
 |
Double Dollar Deals
Save 50% from local merchants. |
|
|
 |
Classifieds
THE place to buy and sell items. Most ads free. |
|
|
 |
Experts
Got a question? Ask Eastern Carolina's Experts. |
|
|
 |
Business Break
Two minutes of info from local businesses. |
|
|
 |
Attorneys On Call
Free legal information on a variety of topics. |
|
|
 |
Video Home Tours
Tour Eastern Carolina homes from your computer. |
| AP Video |
|
|
