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Republicans Bob Steinburg and Owen Etheridge will compete in the May 8 primary for the North Carolina House District 1 seat currently held by nine-term Democrat Bill Owens, who isn't seeking re-election this year.
Republicans Bob Steinburg and Owen Etheridge will compete in the May 8 primary for the North Carolina House District 1 seat currently held by nine-term Democrat Bill Owens, who isn't seeking re-election this year.
 
Absentee voting is well underway for North Carolina's 2012 May primaries. Keep track of who's voting and where the most votes are happening, and break them down by cross-sections with the new Civitas Vote Tracker.
Absentee voting is well underway for North Carolina's 2012 May primaries. Keep track of who's voting and where the most votes are happening, and break them down by cross-sections with the new Civitas Vote Tracker.
 
Being an elected representative in the General Assembly carries with it a high level of public trust. Mr. Williams needs to explain this situation if he expects the people of the Sixth House District to trust him in his current bid for election to public office.
Being an elected representative in the General Assembly carries with it a high level of public trust. Mr. Williams needs to explain this situation if he expects the people of the Sixth House District to trust him in his current bid for election to public office.
 
Upon completion of studies at the University of North Carolina School of Government at Chapel Hill, NC, Sharon C. “JoJo” Singleton was presented the North Carolina County Clerk Certification at the Clerks Annual Conference held in Winston-Salem, NC on April 21, 2012.
Upon completion of studies at the University of North Carolina School of Government at Chapel Hill, NC, Sharon C. “JoJo” Singleton was presented the North Carolina County Clerk Certification at the Clerks Annual Conference held in Winston-Salem, NC on April 21, 2012.
 
On Monday, April 23, 2012 the NC Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Transportation met in Raleigh. Rep. Tim Spears (Democrat, Washington County) proposed legislation to repeal any new or increased ferry tolls.
On Monday, April 23, 2012 the NC Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Transportation met in Raleigh. Rep. Tim Spears (Democrat, Washington County) proposed legislation to repeal any new or increased ferry tolls.
 
Sunday evening around 9:40 p.m., Washington Police responded to multiple calls of shots fired and power outages in the 600 block of Wilson Street.
Sunday evening around 9:40 p.m., Washington Police responded to multiple calls of shots fired and power outages in the 600 block of Wilson Street.
 
There is an epidemic of political whiplash being spread by North Carolina Democratic leaders. In 1996, then Senator Beverly Perdue voted for G.S. 51-1.2 - Marriages Between Persons of the Same Gender Not Valid.
There is an epidemic of political whiplash being spread by North Carolina Democratic leaders. In 1996, then Senator Beverly Perdue voted for G.S. 51-1.2 - Marriages Between Persons of the Same Gender Not Valid.
 
I don't understand all the fuss about the proposed Buffet Rule. I think it should be the guiding principle for government at all levels.
I don't understand all the fuss about the proposed Buffet Rule. I think it should be the guiding principle for government at all levels.
 
Years ago, and indeed, the whole of history, will show that marriage has always been intended to bind a man and woman together in a special union for the purpose of procreating and raising children.
Years ago, and indeed, the whole of history, will show that marriage has always been intended to bind a man and woman together in a special union for the purpose of procreating and raising children.
 
Mrs. Evelyn Latham Tripp, age 94, a resident of 403 Willows Court, Washington, died Sunday April 29, 2012 at her home.
Mrs. Evelyn Latham Tripp, age 94, a resident of 403 Willows Court, Washington, died Sunday April 29, 2012 at her home.
 
Mrs. Evelyn Jones Taylor Watkins, age 85, a former resident of Washington, died Saturday, April 28, 2012 at Martin General Hospital in Williamston.
Mrs. Evelyn Jones Taylor Watkins, age 85, a former resident of Washington, died Saturday, April 28, 2012 at Martin General Hospital in Williamston.
 
Civitas does their usual fine job in exposing the current political climate in North Carolina through their noteworthy delivery system - "May Primary Flash Poll".
Civitas does their usual fine job in exposing the current political climate in North Carolina through their noteworthy delivery system - "May Primary Flash Poll".
 
Primary election votes are a lot more valuable than general election votes, especially in local elections. There are several reasons. There are about one third more Democrats registered than Republicans.
Primary election votes are a lot more valuable than general election votes, especially in local elections. There are several reasons. There are about one third more Democrats registered than Republicans.
 
The chief community organizer is ready to require many lenders to "swallow" a good part of their income on loan balances on houses that are "underwater".
The chief community organizer is ready to require many lenders to "swallow" a good part of their income on loan balances on houses that are "underwater".
 
Little Jimmy Boykin Sr. (Pa Pa), of 161 Cutler Road, Blounts Creek, passed away Friday, April 27, 2012, at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.
Little Jimmy Boykin Sr. (Pa Pa), of 161 Cutler Road, Blounts Creek, passed away Friday, April 27, 2012, at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.
 
Mrs. Laura L. Jones, of 103 Pennsylvania Ave., Washington, died Saturday, April 28, 2012, at River Trace Nursing and Rehabilitation, Washington.
Mrs. Laura L. Jones, of 103 Pennsylvania Ave., Washington, died Saturday, April 28, 2012, at River Trace Nursing and Rehabilitation, Washington.
 
Mrs. Evelyn Jones Taylor Watkins, 85, a former resident of Washington, died Saturday, April 28, 2012, at Martin General Hospital, Williamston.
Mrs. Evelyn Jones Taylor Watkins, 85, a former resident of Washington, died Saturday, April 28, 2012, at Martin General Hospital, Williamston.
 
The Berlin Wall served as the clearest sign of the Cold War that divided East and West for decades after World War II. Vern Pike, a retired Army colonel who now lives in North Carolina, served as the first officer in charge of Checkpoint Charlie the night the Berlin Wall went up in 1961.
The Berlin Wall served as the clearest sign of the Cold War that divided East and West for decades after World War II. Vern Pike, a retired Army colonel who now lives in North Carolina, served as the first officer in charge of Checkpoint Charlie the night the Berlin Wall went up in 1961.
 
Jerry Evans, candidate for Senate District 1, second mailer is following the pattern of liberal Democrats who believe the saying that "If you tell someone the same thing enough times, they will start believing it".
Jerry Evans, candidate for Senate District 1, second mailer is following the pattern of liberal Democrats who believe the saying that "If you tell someone the same thing enough times, they will start believing it".
 
At the Republican Men's Club in New Bern, Randy Ramsey, when asked if he hires illegals; said that he has four with green cards because they had skills that couldn't be found around here.
At the Republican Men's Club in New Bern, Randy Ramsey, when asked if he hires illegals; said that he has four with green cards because they had skills that couldn't be found around here.
 
Mr. Robert Griffin, a former resident of Washington, died Friday, April 27, 2012, in Orangeburg, S.C.
Mr. Robert Griffin, a former resident of Washington, died Friday, April 27, 2012, in Orangeburg, S.C.
 
Ronnie Seaton Respess, 64, a resident of 24178 N.C. Highway 32, Plymouth, died Thursday morning, April 26, 2012, at Vidant Inpatient Hospice in Greenville.
Ronnie Seaton Respess, 64, a resident of 24178 N.C. Highway 32, Plymouth, died Thursday morning, April 26, 2012, at Vidant Inpatient Hospice in Greenville.
 
Yes, I knew there were problems at the state level in the North Carolina Democrat Party, but then again, whom among us "should cast the first stone" ... and by that, I mean: Just look at way the leadership of the Republican party politicians in Raleigh comport themselves.
Yes, I knew there were problems at the state level in the North Carolina Democrat Party, but then again, whom among us "should cast the first stone" ... and by that, I mean: Just look at way the leadership of the Republican party politicians in Raleigh comport themselves.
 
I was surprised after I graduated from college that employers were not lining up outside my door fighting over me. That was the picture that my private, liberal-arts college depicted while I was completing my degree.
I was surprised after I graduated from college that employers were not lining up outside my door fighting over me. That was the picture that my private, liberal-arts college depicted while I was completing my degree.
 
The event will be held on May 6, 2012 from 12:30 pm until 2:00 pm at Zebra Restaurant in South Charlotte.
The event will be held on May 6, 2012 from 12:30 pm until 2:00 pm at Zebra Restaurant in South Charlotte.
 
Our friend Gene has sent us another group of interesting stories. A little humor helps us to muddle through.
Our friend Gene has sent us another group of interesting stories. A little humor helps us to muddle through.
 
Narcotics distribution slowed in Edward by Beaufort County Sheriff's Department.
Narcotics distribution slowed in Edward by Beaufort County Sheriff's Department.
 
One thing they are superb at is Circular Firing Squads. And we've seen another example of this in the House 6 campaign.
 
I recently ran across a research finding that runs counter to the prevailing view of professional progressives. Naturally, I found it fascinating.
I recently ran across a research finding that runs counter to the prevailing view of professional progressives. Naturally, I found it fascinating.
 
Tomorrow, all day, Saturday, April 28, 2012, there will be music, and plenty of it down on Washington's waterfront.
 
Fred Moore Jr., 81, a resident of 42 Moore Ave., Blounts Creek, died Sunday, April 22, 2012.
Fred Moore Jr., 81, a resident of 42 Moore Ave., Blounts Creek, died Sunday, April 22, 2012.
 
Ronnie Seaton Respess, 64, a resident of 24178 N.C. Highway 32, Plymouth, died Thursday, April 26, 2012.
Ronnie Seaton Respess, 64, a resident of 24178 N.C. Highway 32, Plymouth, died Thursday, April 26, 2012.
 
Keenan M. “Shaune” Gorham, a resident of 5648 Hamstead Crossing, Raleigh, died Thursday, April 19, 2012, at Duke University Hospital, Durham.
Keenan M. “Shaune” Gorham, a resident of 5648 Hamstead Crossing, Raleigh, died Thursday, April 19, 2012, at Duke University Hospital, Durham.
 
Ms. Jamie Powell Respass, 49, a resident of Slate Lane, Greenville, died Tuesday, April 24, 2012, at her home.
Ms. Jamie Powell Respass, 49, a resident of Slate Lane, Greenville, died Tuesday, April 24, 2012, at her home.
 
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