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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.
 
At the direction of Governor Pat McCrory and in the interest of efficiency, the N.C. Department of Transportation is placing its Sikorsky S-76 helicopter up for sale, based on a review of ways to operate more efficiently by consolidating the department's air fleet.
At the direction of Governor Pat McCrory and in the interest of efficiency, the N.C. Department of Transportation is placing its Sikorsky S-76 helicopter up for sale, based on a review of ways to operate more efficiently by consolidating the department's air fleet.
 
The N.C. General Assembly's biennial short session opens Wednesday. North Carolina does not have statutory session limits, so the session will last as long as necessary to finish business.
The N.C. General Assembly's biennial short session opens Wednesday. North Carolina does not have statutory session limits, so the session will last as long as necessary to finish business.
 
Vidant Medical Center’s President Steve Lawler was recently appointed vice-chairman of the North Carolina State Health Coordinating Council by Gov. Pat McCrory. Lawler’s term will expire Dec. 31, 2016.
Vidant Medical Center’s President Steve Lawler was recently appointed vice-chairman of the North Carolina State Health Coordinating Council by Gov. Pat McCrory. Lawler’s term will expire Dec. 31, 2016.
 
General education is roughly one-third of an NC State education—maybe even a little more for some majors. It is obviously considered to be an important—perhaps the most important—part of the State experience?
General education is roughly one-third of an NC State education—maybe even a little more for some majors. It is obviously considered to be an important—perhaps the most important—part of the State experience?
 
On May 10, 2014 Investigators with the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Drug Unit arrested Kevin Damek Towns, age 30, of 400 Warren Chapel Church Road in Chocowinity. Towns' arrest stemmed from Investigators conducting controlled purchases of cocaine and marijuana.
On May 10, 2014 Investigators with the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Drug Unit arrested Kevin Damek Towns, age 30, of 400 Warren Chapel Church Road in Chocowinity. Towns' arrest stemmed from Investigators conducting controlled purchases of cocaine and marijuana.
 
With his wife Michelle holding the Bible, Gerald Lewis Jr., officially took the oath of office as chief of the East Carolina University Police Department May 8.
With his wife Michelle holding the Bible, Gerald Lewis Jr., officially took the oath of office as chief of the East Carolina University Police Department May 8.
 
Some businesses would rather avoid competition and prefer instead to rely on government help in the form of special incentives, regulations, or other anti-competitive policies. Fred Smith has spent his career fighting that approach to business. Smith is founder and chairman of the...
Some businesses would rather avoid competition and prefer instead to rely on government help in the form of special incentives, regulations, or other anti-competitive policies. Fred Smith has spent his career fighting that approach to business. Smith is founder and chairman of the...
 
The Office of Governor Pat McCrory announced the following appointments today, North Carolina State Board of Certified Public Accountant Examiners
The Office of Governor Pat McCrory announced the following appointments today, North Carolina State Board of Certified Public Accountant Examiners
 
The Automobile Club and the Automotive Systems Technology Program at Beaufort County Community College will sell barbecued chicken plates 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 10, behind Building 2 on the BCCC campus.
The Automobile Club and the Automotive Systems Technology Program at Beaufort County Community College will sell barbecued chicken plates 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 10, behind Building 2 on the BCCC campus.
 
Mrs. Ernestine Aldridge, 83, of Georgia, formerly of Blounts Creek, died Saturday, May 10, 2014.
Mrs. Ernestine Aldridge, 83, of Georgia, formerly of Blounts Creek, died Saturday, May 10, 2014.
 
Joseph Earl Phillips, age 66, went to be with the Lord Saturday May 10, 2014.
Joseph Earl Phillips, age 66, went to be with the Lord Saturday May 10, 2014.
 
As the ink begins to dry on vote totals from Tuesday's North Carolina primary, political observers in the Tar Heel state are preparing for what should be one of the most-watched races in the country: the U.S. Senate contest between incumbent Democratic Sen. Kay Hagan, Republican state House...
As the ink begins to dry on vote totals from Tuesday's North Carolina primary, political observers in the Tar Heel state are preparing for what should be one of the most-watched races in the country: the U.S. Senate contest between incumbent Democratic Sen. Kay Hagan, Republican state House...
 
The Anointed One's administration is about to propose some changes to the Government's dietary guidelines.
The Anointed One's administration is about to propose some changes to the Government's dietary guidelines.
 
I participated in the big 9/12/09 march on Washington that is credited with being the coming-out party for The Tea Party movement.
I participated in the big 9/12/09 march on Washington that is credited with being the coming-out party for The Tea Party movement.
 
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