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The N.C. Department of Transportation doesn’t have enough debt space to borrow the full $3 billion for local road and bridge construction promised in the Build NC Bond Act of 2018.
The N.C. Department of Transportation doesn’t have enough debt space to borrow the full $3 billion for local road and bridge construction promised in the Build NC Bond Act of 2018.
 
Maybe the USA Media and Kim Jong-un should read Trump's 1987 book The Art of The Deal
Maybe the USA Media and Kim Jong-un should read Trump's 1987 book The Art of The Deal
 
A bipartisan group of state lawmakers Thursday introduced the second of what may be several measures to reform North Carolina's redistricting process.
A bipartisan group of state lawmakers Thursday introduced the second of what may be several measures to reform North Carolina's redistricting process.
 
During Monday's special called meeting of the Beaufort County Board of Education, Betty Jane Green was approved as the new principal of John Small Elementary.
During Monday's special called meeting of the Beaufort County Board of Education, Betty Jane Green was approved as the new principal of John Small Elementary.
 
Remarks by President Trump at a Social Dinner with Chairman Kim Jong Un of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
 
High school students on a college campus are no longer rare. In fact, high school juniors and seniors attending community college may become the new norm.
High school students on a college campus are no longer rare. In fact, high school juniors and seniors attending community college may become the new norm.
 
How often have we seen Hollywood celebrities praised as courageous for "coming out" and admitting they're gay? Isn't it far more courageous for people to profess their Christian faith?
How often have we seen Hollywood celebrities praised as courageous for "coming out" and admitting they're gay? Isn't it far more courageous for people to profess their Christian faith?
 
Sens. Joyce Waddell, D-Mecklenburg, and Andy Wells, R-Catawba, have filed legislation that would take a big step toward reforming the alcohol control system in North Carolina
Sens. Joyce Waddell, D-Mecklenburg, and Andy Wells, R-Catawba, have filed legislation that would take a big step toward reforming the alcohol control system in North Carolina
 
It was not raining when I woke on Sunday. There was a bit of wind rattling the bare oak branches and the sky was that now familiar, pale pewter color.
It was not raining when I woke on Sunday. There was a bit of wind rattling the bare oak branches and the sky was that now familiar, pale pewter color.
 
A few weeks ago I wrote an article about the US Constitution. I focused on the content of the Constitution.
A few weeks ago I wrote an article about the US Constitution. I focused on the content of the Constitution.
 
If the U.S. Supreme Court is ready to drop the topic of partisan gerrymandering, a legal brief filed this month on behalf of N.C. legislative leaders could help bolster their decision
If the U.S. Supreme Court is ready to drop the topic of partisan gerrymandering, a legal brief filed this month on behalf of N.C. legislative leaders could help bolster their decision
 
Aetna, a CVS Health business, is growing its presence in North Carolina and will add more than 300 new employees in High Point by the end of 2020, Governor Roy Cooper announced today
Aetna, a CVS Health business, is growing its presence in North Carolina and will add more than 300 new employees in High Point by the end of 2020, Governor Roy Cooper announced today
 
The current situation at the southern border presents a border security and humanitarian crisis that threatens core national security interests and constitutes a national emergency.
The current situation at the southern border presents a border security and humanitarian crisis that threatens core national security interests and constitutes a national emergency.
 
In college athletics, student-athletes have few protections against coaching demands that may put their health at risk
In college athletics, student-athletes have few protections against coaching demands that may put their health at risk
 
The newly elected members of the North Carolina General Assembly have hit the ground running in the legislative session
The newly elected members of the North Carolina General Assembly have hit the ground running in the legislative session
 
U.S. Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) introduced bipartisan legislation that would strengthen financial markets by reducing the risk of companies contemplating going public
U.S. Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) introduced bipartisan legislation that would strengthen financial markets by reducing the risk of companies contemplating going public
 
Today, the Dan Forest Exploratory Committee for Governor announced the launch of a new digital episodic program entitled "Table Talk" to be distributed monthly via Facebook and YouTube.
Today, the Dan Forest Exploratory Committee for Governor announced the launch of a new digital episodic program entitled "Table Talk" to be distributed monthly via Facebook and YouTube.
 
Job Creators Network, a nonpartisan organization founded by entrepreneurs like Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus, purchased a billboard in New York City slamming socialist Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) for killing tens of thousands of jobs for New Yorkers.
Job Creators Network, a nonpartisan organization founded by entrepreneurs like Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus, purchased a billboard in New York City slamming socialist Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) for killing tens of thousands of jobs for New Yorkers.
 
Governor Roy Cooper today announced new election dates to fill the seat in North Carolina's Third Congressional District, which has been vacant since Congressman Walter Jones, Jr. passed away earlier this month.
Governor Roy Cooper today announced new election dates to fill the seat in North Carolina's Third Congressional District, which has been vacant since Congressman Walter Jones, Jr. passed away earlier this month.
 
The State Board of Elections commends Wake County District Attorney Lorrin Freeman, her staff and the State Bureau of Investigation for their efforts in bringing this serious election fraud from 2016 and the 2018 primary election to prosecution.
The State Board of Elections commends Wake County District Attorney Lorrin Freeman, her staff and the State Bureau of Investigation for their efforts in bringing this serious election fraud from 2016 and the 2018 primary election to prosecution.
 
Is it the job of government to make you happy? While it may seem like a straightforward question, there are some important subtleties packed into those few words.
Is it the job of government to make you happy? While it may seem like a straightforward question, there are some important subtleties packed into those few words.
 
It is my honor today to announce that Danny Burch, a United States citizen who has been held hostage in Yemen for 18 months, has been recovered and reunited with his wife and children.
It is my honor today to announce that Danny Burch, a United States citizen who has been held hostage in Yemen for 18 months, has been recovered and reunited with his wife and children.
 
Today, Governor Roy Cooper nominated Chief Business Court Judge Louis A. Bledsoe, III and attorney Steve Warren to serve North Carolina as Special Superior Court judges
Today, Governor Roy Cooper nominated Chief Business Court Judge Louis A. Bledsoe, III and attorney Steve Warren to serve North Carolina as Special Superior Court judges
 
After the breaking news regarding Dr. Harris' decision not to run in the special election for the Ninth District, Chairman Robin Hayes has released the following statement
After the breaking news regarding Dr. Harris' decision not to run in the special election for the Ninth District, Chairman Robin Hayes has released the following statement
 
In the past few weeks, prominent Democrats have endorsed infanticide; admitted to dressing in blackface; called for an end to fossil fuels, airplanes and farting cows; and trafficked in open anti-Semitism.
In the past few weeks, prominent Democrats have endorsed infanticide; admitted to dressing in blackface; called for an end to fossil fuels, airplanes and farting cows; and trafficked in open anti-Semitism.
 
It is Friday again and it seems it was just Friday, a few days ago! Here we are in the "short rows" of winter, already. I notice that seasons, now seem but a few weeks, and the years zip pass, too.
It is Friday again and it seems it was just Friday, a few days ago! Here we are in the "short rows" of winter, already. I notice that seasons, now seem but a few weeks, and the years zip pass, too.
 
State Superintendent Mark Johnson has unveiled a bold vision for the future of education in North Carolina, but the announcement was light on concrete details about how the plan would be realized
State Superintendent Mark Johnson has unveiled a bold vision for the future of education in North Carolina, but the announcement was light on concrete details about how the plan would be realized
 
Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) voted to support the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, legislation he co-sponsored that would protect infants born alive following attempted abortions by requiring that they be transported to a hospital and provided the same level of care
Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) voted to support the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, legislation he co-sponsored that would protect infants born alive following attempted abortions by requiring that they be transported to a hospital and provided the same level of care
 
When hiring new workers, one of the overriding concerns for a company is ensuring that they hire the right people with the right qualifications. It's the same for higher education
When hiring new workers, one of the overriding concerns for a company is ensuring that they hire the right people with the right qualifications. It's the same for higher education
 
In 2017, top North Carolina Democrats Rep. Meyer, Rep. Fischer, Rep. Cunningham, Sen. Chaudhuri, Sen. Van Duyn, and Sen. Woodard sponsored a bill called the "Whole Woman's Health Act" that sought to remove most of the state's protections for women and children on abortion.
In 2017, top North Carolina Democrats Rep. Meyer, Rep. Fischer, Rep. Cunningham, Sen. Chaudhuri, Sen. Van Duyn, and Sen. Woodard sponsored a bill called the "Whole Woman's Health Act" that sought to remove most of the state's protections for women and children on abortion.
 
BestCo LLC, a developer and manufacturer of consumer healthcare products, will create 141 jobs as it expands its manufacturing center in Iredell County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today.
BestCo LLC, a developer and manufacturer of consumer healthcare products, will create 141 jobs as it expands its manufacturing center in Iredell County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today.
 
With his congressional campaign in debt, his integrity under siege, his health in question, and a criminal investigation over corruption gathering steam, some political observers are doubtful.
With his congressional campaign in debt, his integrity under siege, his health in question, and a criminal investigation over corruption gathering steam, some political observers are doubtful.
 
In Scotland, an 18-year-old male who identifies as a woman was given a slap on the wrist by authorities earlier this month after assaulting a 10-year-old girl in the restroom.
In Scotland, an 18-year-old male who identifies as a woman was given a slap on the wrist by authorities earlier this month after assaulting a 10-year-old girl in the restroom.
 
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