Jessica F. Simmons is a Reporter & Strategic Communications Producer for COURIER, covering community stories and public policies across the country. Featured in print, broadcast, and radio journalism, her work shows her passion for local storytelling and amplifying issues that matter to communities nationwide.
Jessica F. Simmons
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Get ready for Carolina Daze: NC’s newest music and arts festival hits the voting scene
With musical talent like Janelle Monáe and Tierra Whack headlining, North Carolina’s about to get a little louder and a lot more voters engaged in the 2024 elections.
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NC State Board of Elections approves university digital ID to vote
In a move towards modernization, the NC State Board of Elections green lights the use of UNC digital IDs on smartphones for voting in the upcoming elections.
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VIDEO: Why young people should fight for NC beyond election season
A grassroots nonprofit is planning a concert to energize young voters. We talked to one of the organizers about why young people have to stay engaged beyond election season.
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Election Day is coming. Here’s how you can be a poll worker in NC
Looking for a way to get involved in the 2024 election? Try becoming a poll worker. With this checklist, it’s way easier than you think.
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Early voting in North Carolina: Your 2024 guide to when, where, and how
The 2024 presidential election is just around the corner, and if you’re looking to beat the lines and get your vote in early, here’s everything you need to know.
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Mail-in voting made simple: What NC voters need to know
Voting by mail in North Carolina is easy, but making sure your vote counts requires knowing the rules. Here’s a rundown of what you need to know, with answers to some of the most common questions.
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First time voting? Everything you need to know before election day in NC
Voting for the first time can be nerve-wracking, especially with the stakes as high as they are in this year’s election. Here’s what you need to know before you go to the polls.
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How new federal health laws fill the gaps in NC and support breastfeeding workers
With North Carolina’s absence of state protections for pregnancy, people like Rose Stanley now have (new) federal laws to balance her college education, job, and parenthood. Read how these regulations are helping not just her—and where there’s room for growth.
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Birth control is now available over the counter in NC for free through Medicaid
An over-the-counter birth control option will now be available for free in North Carolina for anyone who has health insurance through Medicaid, Gov. Roy Cooper announced this week.
