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On June 4, 2012, you mentioned to the Beaufort County Commissioners that, earlier in the day, Mr. Tom Thompson, executive director Economic Development Commission (EDC), had failed to attend a meeting where you had expected to discuss the unfiled and overdue 2011 EDC annual report with him.
Published: Monday, June 11th, 2012 @ 4:32 pm
By: Warren Smith
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When the ancient Roman author Vegetius wrote that those who desire peace should prepare for war, he was offering a timeless insight about the risks of presenting a weak front to an aggressive opponent. If only James Madison had taken the insight to heart.
Published: Monday, June 11th, 2012 @ 3:44 pm
By: John Locke Foundation
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About a year ago, I began researching my family history with an eye towards writing two books, one about my father's Western North Carolina family and the other about my mother's Charlotte-area one.
Published: Monday, June 11th, 2012 @ 9:29 am
By: John Locke Foundation
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We hear the Prez talking to the Russian President and telling him that after the election he will have more latitude to do things (than he does in the run-up to the election).
Published: Sunday, June 10th, 2012 @ 11:51 pm
By: Jim Bispo
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Orange County voters will decide the fate of a nearly $1.4 billion light rail project for Durham and Orange counties in the Nov. 6 general election.
Published: Sunday, June 10th, 2012 @ 11:33 pm
By: John Locke Foundation
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What is actually sane about this report? What do you find acceptable about a one sided public relations piece being submitted, 75 days late and only after a threatened suspension of pay, in place of documented tool for management review and oversight?
Published: Sunday, June 10th, 2012 @ 9:37 pm
By: Warren Smith
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A grant from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) will help Vidant Health increase access to specialized intensive care for patients in four eastern North Carolina counties.
Published: Sunday, June 10th, 2012 @ 9:19 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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It is a good thing the doctrines of nullification and interposition are being revived. Perhaps it's the urgency of the constitutional crisis we face that has made the doctrines so appealing and sensible.
Published: Sunday, June 10th, 2012 @ 5:08 pm
By: Diane Rufino
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Mrs. Doris Louise Clark Holley, a resident of 128 W. 12th Street, Washington, died Friday, June 8, 2012, at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.
Published: Sunday, June 10th, 2012 @ 2:25 pm
By: Announcements
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The News & Observer recently reported that 20 solar-powered "Big Belly" trash cans are being installed in the Glenwood South entertainment and restaurant district. These trash cans automatically compact the trash and, when full, signal city crews to empty them.
Published: Saturday, June 9th, 2012 @ 7:07 pm
By: John Locke Foundation
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We address the much belated Beaufort County EDC report, now finally submitted, through contributor Warren Smith's correspondence to Beaufort County Commissioner Al Klemm.
Published: Saturday, June 9th, 2012 @ 6:26 pm
By: Warren Smith
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Arthur Smith of Durham hopes Senate Bill 655, a measure placing tighter restrictions on dental service organizations, doesn't become law.
Published: Saturday, June 9th, 2012 @ 5:30 pm
By: John Locke Foundation
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George T. “Sonny” High, a resident of 484 Kirby Grange Ave., Bath, died Thursday, June 7, 2012, at 2:55 a.m.
Published: Saturday, June 9th, 2012 @ 8:54 am
By: Announcements
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Lillian D. Woodworth, 94, of New Wilmington, PA, passed away the morning of June 7, 2012, at Shenango Presbyterian SeniorCare.
Published: Saturday, June 9th, 2012 @ 8:48 am
By: Announcements
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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has an unusual student disciplinary system. Although other schools sometimes involve students in disciplinary proceedings, UNC's "Honor Court" is entirely student-run and student-led.
Published: Friday, June 8th, 2012 @ 2:42 pm
By: John Locke Foundation
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There was an interesting discussion at this month's Beaufort County Commissioners meeting on the continuing controversy over the Economic Development program in the county.
Published: Friday, June 8th, 2012 @ 2:18 pm
By: Beaufort Observer Editorial Team
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On July 17, 2012, North Carolina will have run-off elections (officially the 2nd Primary) for a number of State offices in which neither candidate received in excess of 40% of the vote.
Published: Friday, June 8th, 2012 @ 2:05 pm
By: Ken Lang
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A couple of weeks ago in looking at the latest county budget recommendation coming out of the Office of the County Manager, I offered up some comments about the Rte. 17 lobbyist, questioning the amount of money we are spending on the activity and the results that have been achieved.
Published: Friday, June 8th, 2012 @ 1:48 pm
By: Jim Bispo
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Beginning June 6, Food Lion stores will exclusively carry specially designed Children's Miracle Network Hospitals® Kellogg's Frosted Flakes®, Pop-Tarts® and Cheez-It® boxes. Kellogg will donate $1 to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals for every four boxes sold, up to $50,000.
Published: Friday, June 8th, 2012 @ 1:40 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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WITN is reporting on a drug bust altercation Wednesday evening in Washington. Reports are that the Beaufort Sheriff's Narcotics squad was conducting an undercover operation when officers reported the observed what appeared to be a "drug transaction" on Van Norden Street.
Published: Friday, June 8th, 2012 @ 1:15 pm
By: Beaufort Observer Editorial Team
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Carteret County Republican activist Jessica Hult had an eye-opening experience as a delegate to the recent NCGOP convention in Greensboro:
Published: Friday, June 8th, 2012 @ 12:56 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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My new book Our Best Foot Forward, which comes out on Monday, analyzes the biggest problems facing North Carolina's economy and offers a 10-point plan for addressing them.
Published: Friday, June 8th, 2012 @ 12:20 pm
By: John Locke Foundation
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The below reports are from Jessica Hult and Jenny Cooper both of whom attended the NCGOP Convention last weekend and handed out the attached flyer. Both were approached and questioned (grilled?) about the flyer. Below they report their experiences.
Published: Friday, June 8th, 2012 @ 11:55 am
By: Esther Graham
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Donald Simpson, 65, a resident of 817 N. Bonner St., Washington, and formerly of Chesapeake, Va., died Saturday, June 2, 2012.
Published: Friday, June 8th, 2012 @ 11:05 am
By: Announcements
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The campaign finance trials of two associates of and fundraisers for Gov. Bev Perdue have been placed on hold until a state appeals court can rule on motions filed by both defendants.
Published: Friday, June 8th, 2012 @ 10:47 am
By: John Locke Foundation
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Mattie Foreman Ratcliff, 74, a former resident of Free Union Church Road, Pinetown, died Monday, May 28, 2012, at Roanoke River Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Williamston.
Published: Thursday, June 7th, 2012 @ 5:41 pm
By: Announcements
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Edwin Earl Woolard, 80, a resident of 736 Betsy Elbow Road, Washington, died Tuesday, June 5, 2012, at Vidant Medical Center of Greenville.
Published: Thursday, June 7th, 2012 @ 5:35 pm
By: Announcements
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Investigators with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Drug Unit conducted a controlled purchase of cocaine in the City Washington.
Published: Thursday, June 7th, 2012 @ 5:00 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Vidant Health will be holding a press conference Wednesday, June 6, at 11:30 a.m. to host officials from the United States Department of Agriculture.
Published: Thursday, June 7th, 2012 @ 4:51 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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The recent suspension of Mr. Tom Thompson’s pay until he meets his requirement to prepare and present the Economic Development Commission’s annual report for 2011 is long over due.
Published: Thursday, June 7th, 2012 @ 1:15 pm
By: Warren Smith
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Our politicians have become addicted to O.P.M. (pronounced opium). They have realized the best way to feed their O.P.M. addiction is to become an O.P.M dealer thereby addicting millions of others.
Published: Wednesday, June 6th, 2012 @ 2:51 pm
By: Don Keel
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