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There are some really funny things I have observed about the "gun control debate."
 
The 6th annual Shaggin’ for a Cause event will be held March 15th, 2013 at the Washington Civic Center. Jim Quick & Coastline is the featured entertainment and what a great time of year – St. Patrick’s Day – to come together for a fun event that raises money for a great cause.
The 6th annual Shaggin’ for a Cause event will be held March 15th, 2013 at the Washington Civic Center. Jim Quick & Coastline is the featured entertainment and what a great time of year – St. Patrick’s Day – to come together for a fun event that raises money for a great cause.
 
Representatives of the financial industry and policy analysts are concerned about reports that the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is considering taking a formal role in helping Americans better understand and manage their retirement savings. Such a move would mark the agency's first entry
Representatives of the financial industry and policy analysts are concerned about reports that the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is considering taking a formal role in helping Americans better understand and manage their retirement savings. Such a move would mark the agency's first entry
 
NC DOT has added a third Public Hearing about proposed toll changes on its ferry routes.
 
For decades, rising tuition rates have been almost as reliable a feature of American life as death and taxes. A substantial part of those increases has been used to fund large amounts of tuition "discounts," a combination of merit- and need-based...
For decades, rising tuition rates have been almost as reliable a feature of American life as death and taxes. A substantial part of those increases has been used to fund large amounts of tuition "discounts," a combination of merit- and need-based...
 
Jeff Compher, associate vice president and director of athletics at Northern Illinois University with a record of academic success and winning championships, has been selected as the new athletics director at East Carolina University.
Jeff Compher, associate vice president and director of athletics at Northern Illinois University with a record of academic success and winning championships, has been selected as the new athletics director at East Carolina University.
 
For those who may not recall, the United decision reversed previous laws that banned independent political expenditures by corporations (including non-profits and unions)
For those who may not recall, the United decision reversed previous laws that banned independent political expenditures by corporations (including non-profits and unions)
 
We've got an interesting dilemma here in Moore County. Our local paper is owned and operated by veteran Democrat Party fundraisers and strategists.
We've got an interesting dilemma here in Moore County. Our local paper is owned and operated by veteran Democrat Party fundraisers and strategists.
 
During the run-up to the federal budget sequester, President Barack Obama tipped his hand about a seemingly small matter that will actually have a big effect on his signature domestic-policy initiative, the Affordable Care Act.
During the run-up to the federal budget sequester, President Barack Obama tipped his hand about a seemingly small matter that will actually have a big effect on his signature domestic-policy initiative, the Affordable Care Act.
 
On February 28, 2013, Captain Russell Davenport with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Drug Unit arrested Janice Speight, 50 years of age, of 2417 Gilead Shores Road in Blounts Creeks.
On February 28, 2013, Captain Russell Davenport with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Drug Unit arrested Janice Speight, 50 years of age, of 2417 Gilead Shores Road in Blounts Creeks.
 
Remember the TV ad with the little old lady holding up a burger and asking, "Where's the Beef?"
Remember the TV ad with the little old lady holding up a burger and asking, "Where's the Beef?"
 
Today, Governor Pat McCrory will announce that MetLife, Inc., a leading global life insurance and employee benefits company, intends to create 2,600 jobs in Charlotte and Cary, North Carolina by the end of 2015.
Today, Governor Pat McCrory will announce that MetLife, Inc., a leading global life insurance and employee benefits company, intends to create 2,600 jobs in Charlotte and Cary, North Carolina by the end of 2015.
 
Our state's ferry system is truly a treasure and I would hate to see us mess up a good thing. There are two aspects to the ramifications of adding and increasing tolls on the ferry system -- impact on tourism and impact on the local economy.
Our state's ferry system is truly a treasure and I would hate to see us mess up a good thing. There are two aspects to the ramifications of adding and increasing tolls on the ferry system -- impact on tourism and impact on the local economy.
 
Mr. Albert Edward Sheppard, Jr., age 86, a resident of S. Asbury Church Rd., Washington, NC, died on Friday, March 8, 2013 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
Mr. Albert Edward Sheppard, Jr., age 86, a resident of S. Asbury Church Rd., Washington, NC, died on Friday, March 8, 2013 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
 
Teddy G. Modlin, age 70, of Alma, Arkansas, died Friday, February 15, 2013, at a local hospital.
Teddy G. Modlin, age 70, of Alma, Arkansas, died Friday, February 15, 2013, at a local hospital.
 
Mr. William Carlton Clark, age 66, a resident of 2547 Wyse Fork Rd., Trenton, died Thursday, March 7, 2013, at Carolina East Medical Center.
Mr. William Carlton Clark, age 66, a resident of 2547 Wyse Fork Rd., Trenton, died Thursday, March 7, 2013, at Carolina East Medical Center.
 
Classes will begin this summer at Beaufort County Community College that will enable eligible students to earn a bachelor's degree from N.C. Wesleyan College without having to drive to Rocky Mount.
Classes will begin this summer at Beaufort County Community College that will enable eligible students to earn a bachelor's degree from N.C. Wesleyan College without having to drive to Rocky Mount.
 
Helen M. Satterthwaite, formerly of Acre Station (60 Lovick Lane, Terra Ceia) died Sunday, March 3, 2013, at Cornerstone Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Dunn.
Helen M. Satterthwaite, formerly of Acre Station (60 Lovick Lane, Terra Ceia) died Sunday, March 3, 2013, at Cornerstone Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Dunn.
 
Mr. Nathaniel Holley Sr. peacefully slipped away on Sunday morning March 3, 2013, at his home.
Mr. Nathaniel Holley Sr. peacefully slipped away on Sunday morning March 3, 2013, at his home.
 
Mr. Harvey Arthur Franz Jr., 91, a resident of River  Trace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Washington, NC, died Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Mr. Harvey Arthur Franz Jr., 91, a resident of River  Trace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Washington, NC, died Tuesday, February 26, 2013
 
Mrs. Violet B. DeCapita, 94, a resident of 569 Chambers Point Road, Belhaven, died Wednesday, March 6, 2013, at her home.
Mrs. Violet B. DeCapita, 94, a resident of 569 Chambers Point Road, Belhaven, died Wednesday, March 6, 2013, at her home.
 
Finner Alonza Chapman Sr., 84, a resident of 610 Van Norden St., Washington, died Thursday, February 28, 2013, at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
Finner Alonza Chapman Sr., 84, a resident of 610 Van Norden St., Washington, died Thursday, February 28, 2013, at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
 
On January 16, 2013, President Obama signed 23 Executive Orders which he claimed are aimed at reducing gun violence.
 
A proposed Good Samaritan law - that would give someone who calls 911 for help for someone who had overdosed on drugs limited immunity from prosecution - cleared the Senate on Tuesday. It now goes to the House.
A proposed Good Samaritan law - that would give someone who calls 911 for help for someone who had overdosed on drugs limited immunity from prosecution - cleared the Senate on Tuesday. It now goes to the House.
 
I am sure many of you have been keeping up with the whole BlueprintNC scandal -- a bunch of lefty non-profits scheming about "eviscerating" North Carolina Republican leaders.
I am sure many of you have been keeping up with the whole BlueprintNC scandal -- a bunch of lefty non-profits scheming about "eviscerating" North Carolina Republican leaders.
 
NC 20 learned earlier today that NC Department of Insurance Commissioner Wayne Goodwin has reached a settlement agreement with the NC Rate Bureau on the Homeowners Insurance Rate Filing that was submitted in October 2012.
NC 20 learned earlier today that NC Department of Insurance Commissioner Wayne Goodwin has reached a settlement agreement with the NC Rate Bureau on the Homeowners Insurance Rate Filing that was submitted in October 2012.
 
Your car breaks down, and it'll cost $300 to fix. What do you do? Well, perhaps you rearrange your budget and cut back on other spending for a few weeks. Maybe you have room left on...
Your car breaks down, and it'll cost $300 to fix. What do you do? Well, perhaps you rearrange your budget and cut back on other spending for a few weeks. Maybe you have room left on...
 
Larry Edward Rhem, 70, of Washington, and most recently a resident of Cross Creek Health Care Center in Swan Quarter, died Sunday, March 3, 2013.
Larry Edward Rhem, 70, of Washington, and most recently a resident of Cross Creek Health Care Center in Swan Quarter, died Sunday, March 3, 2013.
 
The future of electronic health applications may be as a close as a bird chirping outside your window.
The future of electronic health applications may be as a close as a bird chirping outside your window.
 
On March 3, 2013 at approximately 4:50 p.m., Beaufort County Deputies responded to a report of a vehicle break-in on DL Drive in Washington, NC.
On March 3, 2013 at approximately 4:50 p.m., Beaufort County Deputies responded to a report of a vehicle break-in on DL Drive in Washington, NC.
 
Even though lawmakers removed the cap of 100 charter schools nearly two years ago, the bulk of the nontraditional public schools remain in a cluster of metropolitan counties.
Even though lawmakers removed the cap of 100 charter schools nearly two years ago, the bulk of the nontraditional public schools remain in a cluster of metropolitan counties.
 
Helen M. Satterthwaite, formerly of Acre Station, died Sunday, March 3, 2013, at Cornerstone Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Dunn.
Helen M. Satterthwaite, formerly of Acre Station, died Sunday, March 3, 2013, at Cornerstone Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Dunn.
 
Nathaniel Holley Sr., a resident of 801 H. River Road, Washington, died Sunday, March 3, 2013, at his home.
Nathaniel Holley Sr., a resident of 801 H. River Road, Washington, died Sunday, March 3, 2013, at his home.
 
Traditionally, the American education system, from kindergarten through college, produced innovation, intellectual flexibility, analytical and lateral thinking. In contrast, our international competitors stressed rote learning and conformity. Thus, Americans have had a competitive edge.
Traditionally, the American education system, from kindergarten through college, produced innovation, intellectual flexibility, analytical and lateral thinking. In contrast, our international competitors stressed rote learning and conformity. Thus, Americans have had a competitive edge.
 
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