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According to the Triangle Business Journal, special state tax credits for renewable energy, research & development, and capital purchases reduced North Carolina's corporate-tax collections by nearly a quarter of a billion dollars last year.
According to the Triangle Business Journal, special state tax credits for renewable energy, research & development, and capital purchases reduced North Carolina's corporate-tax collections by nearly a quarter of a billion dollars last year.
 
These latest announcements from the Bath area on the north side of the Pamlico River, via the Beaufort County School System, reminds us that schools are a focal point of activity.
These latest announcements from the Bath area on the north side of the Pamlico River, via the Beaufort County School System, reminds us that schools are a focal point of activity.
 
In cooperation with Jeff Lewis of the Intolerable Acts and the Patriot Coalition, we are holding a one hour educational presentation on Agenda 21 and the NDAA with a multimedia presentation and a discussion of what these items are and how they affect us and the people of our state.
In cooperation with Jeff Lewis of the Intolerable Acts and the Patriot Coalition, we are holding a one hour educational presentation on Agenda 21 and the NDAA with a multimedia presentation and a discussion of what these items are and how they affect us and the people of our state.
 
North Carolina is a fantastic state in which to live. It has oceans, mountains, and lovely locations in between. For instance, in the middle of the state we find the city of High Point.
North Carolina is a fantastic state in which to live. It has oceans, mountains, and lovely locations in between. For instance, in the middle of the state we find the city of High Point.
 
Ruth Elizabeth Tetterton Linton, 90, a resident of Roanoke Landing Nursing Center, Plymouth, NC and formerly of the Terra Ceia Community went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday May 26, 2012.
Ruth Elizabeth Tetterton Linton, 90, a resident of Roanoke Landing Nursing Center, Plymouth, NC and formerly of the Terra Ceia Community went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday May 26, 2012.
 
Major Colon Alligood, Jr., age 39, a resident of 150 Alligood Drive, Washington, died Saturday, May 26, 2012.
Major Colon Alligood, Jr., age 39, a resident of 150 Alligood Drive, Washington, died Saturday, May 26, 2012.
 
If you say that North Carolina's public schools are better than they used to be, you'll get no argument from me.
If you say that North Carolina's public schools are better than they used to be, you'll get no argument from me.
 
From 1929 to 1974, more than 7,000 forced sterilizations were performed in North Carolina. The state-sponsored Eugenics Board, which was responsible for ordering sterilizations sanctioned by the government, was not abolished until 1977.
From 1929 to 1974, more than 7,000 forced sterilizations were performed in North Carolina. The state-sponsored Eugenics Board, which was responsible for ordering sterilizations sanctioned by the government, was not abolished until 1977.
 
These latest announcements from Chocowinity Middle School, via the Beaufort County School System, reminds us that schools are a focal point of activity.
These latest announcements from Chocowinity Middle School, via the Beaufort County School System, reminds us that schools are a focal point of activity.
 
Victims of the state's forced sterilization program moved a step closer to getting $50,000 in compensation apiece after the House Judiciary Committee gave its blessing to the proposal on Tuesday.
Victims of the state's forced sterilization program moved a step closer to getting $50,000 in compensation apiece after the House Judiciary Committee gave its blessing to the proposal on Tuesday.
 
Thirty-four years ago today, this young man took a giant step toward improving his prospects for a good and purposeful life: I married Lynn Womble.
Thirty-four years ago today, this young man took a giant step toward improving his prospects for a good and purposeful life: I married Lynn Womble.
 
It happened again a few days ago, but by now I'm used to progressives accusing me of being an ideologue whose intransigence is responsible for gridlock in our national, state, and local policymaking, and for preventing society's transformation.
It happened again a few days ago, but by now I'm used to progressives accusing me of being an ideologue whose intransigence is responsible for gridlock in our national, state, and local policymaking, and for preventing society's transformation.
 
John Locke Foundation President John Hood discussed Perdue recently with Donna Martinez for Carolina Journal Radio. (Click here to find a station near you or to learn about the weekly CJ Radio podcast.)
John Locke Foundation President John Hood discussed Perdue recently with Donna Martinez for Carolina Journal Radio. (Click here to find a station near you or to learn about the weekly CJ Radio podcast.)
 
It sure looks as though Beaufort County has hit the "Big Time" We have our own lobbyist (well, at least part of one).
It sure looks as though Beaufort County has hit the "Big Time" We have our own lobbyist (well, at least part of one).
 
Ruth Elizabeth Tetterton Linton, 90, a resident of Roanoke Landing Nursing Center, Plymouth, and formerly of the Terra Ceia Community, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 26, 2012.
Ruth Elizabeth Tetterton Linton, 90, a resident of Roanoke Landing Nursing Center, Plymouth, and formerly of the Terra Ceia Community, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 26, 2012.
 
In 2011 North Carolina lawmakers passed a two-year state budget which legislators are reviewing this year. The current budget has built in increases of roughly a quarter billion dollars for the second year, and decisions were made based on revenue forecasts at that time.
In 2011 North Carolina lawmakers passed a two-year state budget which legislators are reviewing this year. The current budget has built in increases of roughly a quarter billion dollars for the second year, and decisions were made based on revenue forecasts at that time.
 
These latest announcements from some of the the schools from the Northside of the Pamlico River, via the Beaufort County School System, reminds us that schools are a focal point of activity.
These latest announcements from some of the the schools from the Northside of the Pamlico River, via the Beaufort County School System, reminds us that schools are a focal point of activity.
 
Rep. Bill Cook is one of the sponsors of HB 241. The bill is currently in the Judiciary Subcommittee A. It needs to be passed and we would urge our readers who support the Second Amendment to let Rep. Cook know you support him and then seek the support of any other legislators you may know.
Rep. Bill Cook is one of the sponsors of HB 241. The bill is currently in the Judiciary Subcommittee A. It needs to be passed and we would urge our readers who support the Second Amendment to let Rep. Cook know you support him and then seek the support of any other legislators you may know.
 
Red-shirted property owners flooded the General Assembly yesterday, as they did about a year ago, to put pressure on lawmakers voting on historic annexation reform.
Red-shirted property owners flooded the General Assembly yesterday, as they did about a year ago, to put pressure on lawmakers voting on historic annexation reform.
 
It's budget time. Every year about this time all local governments go through a song and dance routine developing their budgets for the next year that begins on July 1
It's budget time. Every year about this time all local governments go through a song and dance routine developing their budgets for the next year that begins on July 1
 
Lt. Col. Quentin Hunter, 64, a resident of 851 Island Dr., Chocowinity, N.C., died Wednesday May 23, 2012, at his home.
Lt. Col. Quentin Hunter, 64, a resident of 851 Island Dr., Chocowinity, N.C., died Wednesday May 23, 2012, at his home.
 
Shortly after entering the burning residence, firefighters found the body of the home owner, Jeffrey Warren, age 55, in the livingroom near the front door. Warren was pronounced dead at the scene.
Shortly after entering the burning residence, firefighters found the body of the home owner, Jeffrey Warren, age 55, in the livingroom near the front door. Warren was pronounced dead at the scene.
 
If your desire is to be constantly happy, you will doom yourself to misery.
If your desire is to be constantly happy, you will doom yourself to misery.
 
By now almost everyone here has heard about Social Studies Teacher Tonya Dixon-Neely from North Rowan High School.
By now almost everyone here has heard about Social Studies Teacher Tonya Dixon-Neely from North Rowan High School.
 
In a move described to lawmakers as "streamlining," the House budget for commerce would eliminate the position of assistant secretary of commerce for community services.
In a move described to lawmakers as "streamlining," the House budget for commerce would eliminate the position of assistant secretary of commerce for community services.
 
The state House has said cheers to a compromise beer distributorship agreement that will make changes to the state's decades-old beer franchise law.
The state House has said cheers to a compromise beer distributorship agreement that will make changes to the state's decades-old beer franchise law.
 
A funeral for Leon Williams will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday at Crossroad Community Church, 20684 State Forest Road, Georgetown, Del.
A funeral for Leon Williams will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday at Crossroad Community Church, 20684 State Forest Road, Georgetown, Del.
 
Ms. Romaine Woods, 58, a resident of 132 Old County Road, Belhaven, died Friday, May 18, 2012.
Ms. Romaine Woods, 58, a resident of 132 Old County Road, Belhaven, died Friday, May 18, 2012.
 
Spring has arrived and families are gearing up to enjoy the outdoors on their bikes. While inflating the tires and checking the brakes are important - wearing a helmet is essential.
Spring has arrived and families are gearing up to enjoy the outdoors on their bikes. While inflating the tires and checking the brakes are important - wearing a helmet is essential.
 
North Carolina's unemployment rate fell in April by three-tenths of a point, to 9.4 percent. Good news? Not really.
North Carolina's unemployment rate fell in April by three-tenths of a point, to 9.4 percent. Good news? Not really.
 
Quentin Hunter, 64, a resident of 851 Island Drive, Chocowinity, died Wednesday, May 23, 2012, at his home.
Quentin Hunter, 64, a resident of 851 Island Drive, Chocowinity, died Wednesday, May 23, 2012, at his home.
 
Edward Earl “Pinky” Pinkham Jr., 41, a resident of 2221 Raleigh Road, Rocky Mount, passed away Tuesday, May 22, 2012, at South Village Nursing Facility.
Edward Earl “Pinky” Pinkham Jr., 41, a resident of 2221 Raleigh Road, Rocky Mount, passed away Tuesday, May 22, 2012, at South Village Nursing Facility.
 
Mr. Raymond Slade of 414 Belhaven Square, Belhaven, died Wednesday, May 23, 2012, at Vidant Beaufort Hospital, Washington.
Mr. Raymond Slade of 414 Belhaven Square, Belhaven, died Wednesday, May 23, 2012, at Vidant Beaufort Hospital, Washington.
 
Mrs. Mary Goddard Wilson, a resident of 665 Cherry Run Road, Washington, died Thursday, May 17, 2012, at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
Mrs. Mary Goddard Wilson, a resident of 665 Cherry Run Road, Washington, died Thursday, May 17, 2012, at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
 
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