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"My heart sank, like so many other people who admired Keith Crisco, when I learned of his sudden passing," said Governor McCrory.
"My heart sank, like so many other people who admired Keith Crisco, when I learned of his sudden passing," said Governor McCrory.
 
The newest symbol of Beaufort County Community College, a ceremonial mace that will be used for the first time in BCCC's graduation exercises on Thursday, May 15, was the culmination of many hours of work involving students, faculty and staff.
The newest symbol of Beaufort County Community College, a ceremonial mace that will be used for the first time in BCCC's graduation exercises on Thursday, May 15, was the culmination of many hours of work involving students, faculty and staff.
 
The Beaufort County Board of Elections met yesterday (5-13-14) and "canvassed" the May 6 Primary votes.
 
If all you know about North Carolina's recent economic performance is what you get from Twitter feeds, partisan press releases, or brief mentions on television newscasts, then much of what you "know" is flat wrong.
If all you know about North Carolina's recent economic performance is what you get from Twitter feeds, partisan press releases, or brief mentions on television newscasts, then much of what you "know" is flat wrong.
 
With Chancellor Steve Ballard and Vice Chancellor Virginia Hardy standing beside him, Gov. Pat McCrory signed an executive order May 13 that creates a multi-agency task force aimed at reducing substance abuse and underage drinking.
With Chancellor Steve Ballard and Vice Chancellor Virginia Hardy standing beside him, Gov. Pat McCrory signed an executive order May 13 that creates a multi-agency task force aimed at reducing substance abuse and underage drinking.
 
North Carolina insurance policy holders will pick up $10.5 million in additional premium costs if a bill requiring expanded coverage of chiropractic services recommended April 21 by a legislative study committee is approved in the General Assembly's short session opening this week.
North Carolina insurance policy holders will pick up $10.5 million in additional premium costs if a bill requiring expanded coverage of chiropractic services recommended April 21 by a legislative study committee is approved in the General Assembly's short session opening this week.
 
Update on the weather for tonight and tomorrow morning. We hope everyone has signed up for Hyper-Reach or has some other warning system for their cell phones and home phone as they might need them tonight.
Update on the weather for tonight and tomorrow morning. We hope everyone has signed up for Hyper-Reach or has some other warning system for their cell phones and home phone as they might need them tonight.
 
On occasion, we will offer two or more opinion vignettes from Gene Scarborough. These are two of them.
On occasion, we will offer two or more opinion vignettes from Gene Scarborough. These are two of them.
 
Network Neutrality(also known as Net Neutrality, or Internet Neutrality) is the ruling that all ISPs (Internet Service Providers) are to provide equal support of all websites, regardless of financial compensation they may provide. ISPs oppose net neutrality saying this won't let them offer “fast lan
Network Neutrality(also known as Net Neutrality, or Internet Neutrality) is the ruling that all ISPs (Internet Service Providers) are to provide equal support of all websites, regardless of financial compensation they may provide. ISPs oppose net neutrality saying this won't let them offer “fast lan
 
Gov. Pat McCrory Thursday, May 15, 2014 announced that financial assistance is available to help individuals and business owners recover from devastation caused by the April 25 tornadoes that struck eastern North Carolina.
Gov. Pat McCrory Thursday, May 15, 2014 announced that financial assistance is available to help individuals and business owners recover from devastation caused by the April 25 tornadoes that struck eastern North Carolina.
 
East Carolina University's School of Art and Design has been ranked as the 10th best animation program in the South by an industry website.
East Carolina University's School of Art and Design has been ranked as the 10th best animation program in the South by an industry website.
 
Governor Pat McCrory and N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that BorgWarner Turbo Systems is expanding its North Carolina manufacturing operations in Buncombe County. The company plans to create 63 jobs and invest more than $32 million over the next three years in Arden.
Governor Pat McCrory and N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that BorgWarner Turbo Systems is expanding its North Carolina manufacturing operations in Buncombe County. The company plans to create 63 jobs and invest more than $32 million over the next three years in Arden.
 
The incumbent, Rep. Walter Jones Jr., defeated challenger Taylor Griffin in a race that saw Griffin's D.C. and New York allies independently spend more than a million dollars to defeat Jones.
The incumbent, Rep. Walter Jones Jr., defeated challenger Taylor Griffin in a race that saw Griffin's D.C. and New York allies independently spend more than a million dollars to defeat Jones.
 
When lawmakers return to Raleigh on Wednesday for the "short session" they will face their own high-stakes math text, one that could prove troublesome as they face budget numbers that don't add up.
When lawmakers return to Raleigh on Wednesday for the "short session" they will face their own high-stakes math text, one that could prove troublesome as they face budget numbers that don't add up.
 
I still remember my first job. It was as a "carry-out" boy at a local grocery store. We took the customer's groceries to their car for them. Somewhat like the Piggly Wiggly still does.
I still remember my first job. It was as a "carry-out" boy at a local grocery store. We took the customer's groceries to their car for them. Somewhat like the Piggly Wiggly still does.
 
At 1:00 A.M. on Monday, May 12th, 2014, Marjorie Ann Boyd nee Waters nee Hagy passed away peacefully at Duke University Medical Center attended at the bedside by close family, with the sure and certain knowledge in her faith that it was her time to be called.
At 1:00 A.M. on Monday, May 12th, 2014, Marjorie Ann Boyd nee Waters nee Hagy passed away peacefully at Duke University Medical Center attended at the bedside by close family, with the sure and certain knowledge in her faith that it was her time to be called.
 
Johnny Ray Wainwright, Jr., age 56, a resident of 1150 Sparrows Bay, Blounts Creek, NC died Monday May 12, 2014 at Vidant Medical Center of Greenville.
Johnny Ray Wainwright, Jr., age 56, a resident of 1150 Sparrows Bay, Blounts Creek, NC died Monday May 12, 2014 at Vidant Medical Center of Greenville.
 
David Earl "Squirrel" Smith, age 45, a resident of 375 CC Road, Vanceboro, NC died Sunday May 11, 2014 as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
David Earl "Squirrel" Smith, age 45, a resident of 375 CC Road, Vanceboro, NC died Sunday May 11, 2014 as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
 
Ruth Ann McDowell Taylor, age 72, a resident of the Cypress Landing Community, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2014 at her home.
Ruth Ann McDowell Taylor, age 72, a resident of the Cypress Landing Community, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2014 at her home.
 
Mr. Archie D. Bonner of 3319 Kelly Road, Bath, died Tuesday, May 13, 2014, at Autumnfield of Belhaven, in Pinetown.
Mr. Archie D. Bonner of 3319 Kelly Road, Bath, died Tuesday, May 13, 2014, at Autumnfield of Belhaven, in Pinetown.
 
Mr. Samuel Moore, 80, a resident of 27 Bonnerton Road, Aurora, died Tuesday, May 13, 2014. The family will receive friends at the home.
Mr. Samuel Moore, 80, a resident of 27 Bonnerton Road, Aurora, died Tuesday, May 13, 2014. The family will receive friends at the home.
 
Mr. Kenneth “Omar” Pigford of 1481 Morning Star Road, Pantego, NC ,died Saturday May 10, 2014, at Vidant Pungo Medical Center Belhaven, NC.
Mr. Kenneth “Omar” Pigford of 1481 Morning Star Road, Pantego, NC ,died Saturday May 10, 2014, at Vidant Pungo Medical Center Belhaven, NC.
 
We've got quite a kerfluffle going down in one Davidson County legislative race. State Senator Stan Bingham is locked in a primary fight for renomination.
We've got quite a kerfluffle going down in one Davidson County legislative race. State Senator Stan Bingham is locked in a primary fight for renomination.
 
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