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Critics of a just-passed Senate bill complain that it limits the ability of Wake, Guilford, and Forsyth counties to raise sales taxes to fund proposed rail transit systems in the Triangle and Triad.
Critics of a just-passed Senate bill complain that it limits the ability of Wake, Guilford, and Forsyth counties to raise sales taxes to fund proposed rail transit systems in the Triangle and Triad.
 
We hear a lot of folks pressing for a change in the Constitution to incorporate a "Balanced Budget Amendment". The argument is based on the belief that such an amendment would force the Congress to rein its profligate spending habits. It certainly sounds like a winner.
We hear a lot of folks pressing for a change in the Constitution to incorporate a "Balanced Budget Amendment". The argument is based on the belief that such an amendment would force the Congress to rein its profligate spending habits. It certainly sounds like a winner.
 
  I have attached a National Weather Service notice concerning the possibility of severe thunderstorms in our area today, especially later in the day.
  I have attached a National Weather Service notice concerning the possibility of severe thunderstorms in our area today, especially later in the day.
 
Get Google Search Results.
Get Google Search Results.
 
Mrs. Feddie Redic Haddock, age 88, a resident of 655 Possum Track Road, Chocowinity, NC died Friday morning July 25, 2014 at her home with her family at her side.
Mrs. Feddie Redic Haddock, age 88, a resident of 655 Possum Track Road, Chocowinity, NC died Friday morning July 25, 2014 at her home with her family at her side.
 
Mr. Johnny Wilbur "Pee Wee" Nobles, Sr., age 74, a resident of 373 Cayton Road, Chocowinity, NC died Friday July 25, 2014 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital in Washington.
Mr. Johnny Wilbur "Pee Wee" Nobles, Sr., age 74, a resident of 373 Cayton Road, Chocowinity, NC died Friday July 25, 2014 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital in Washington.
 
Camilla Rodman Moore died on Friday, July 25, 2014, at The Fountains of the Albemarle in Tarboro, NC where she had been for the last several months due to declining health.
Camilla Rodman Moore died on Friday, July 25, 2014, at The Fountains of the Albemarle in Tarboro, NC where she had been for the last several months due to declining health.
 
Mr. Dexter Stuart Wheaton, age 88, a resident of Washington, died Thursday, July 24, 2014 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
Mr. Dexter Stuart Wheaton, age 88, a resident of Washington, died Thursday, July 24, 2014 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
 
An excellent post at the Bloomberg View blog by Megan McArdle explains why the political left and the right view the outcome of the recent Hobby Lobby case so very differently.
An excellent post at the Bloomberg View blog by Megan McArdle explains why the political left and the right view the outcome of the recent Hobby Lobby case so very differently.
 
n a recent article for the Pope Center, I looked at the latest academic-athletic scandal at UNC-Chapel Hill in light of athletes’ academic preparation.
n a recent article for the Pope Center, I looked at the latest academic-athletic scandal at UNC-Chapel Hill in light of athletes’ academic preparation.
 
North Carolina lawmakers should "make history" by becoming the first legislative body to repeal a state tax targeting electronic cigarettes. John Locke Foundation researchers make that recommendation in a new Spotlight report.
North Carolina lawmakers should "make history" by becoming the first legislative body to repeal a state tax targeting electronic cigarettes. John Locke Foundation researchers make that recommendation in a new Spotlight report.
 
The Senate on Thursday passed a revised version of H1224 (Local Sales Tax Options/Econ Devpt Changes) that changes county sales tax authority.
The Senate on Thursday passed a revised version of H1224 (Local Sales Tax Options/Econ Devpt Changes) that changes county sales tax authority.
 
As we move towards a critical November election in the US, you should look for an opportunity to communicate with your local House or Senate candidate.
As we move towards a critical November election in the US, you should look for an opportunity to communicate with your local House or Senate candidate.
 
For a long time, Chatham County has been an overflow containment area for the Chapel Hill-Carrboro crowd
For a long time, Chatham County has been an overflow containment area for the Chapel Hill-Carrboro crowd
 
On Thursday, July 24, 2014, I presented Senate Bill - SB788 (Town of Duck Eminent Domain) and Senate Bill - SB877 (Exempt Time Shares/Rule Against Perpetuities) to the Committee on Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House.
On Thursday, July 24, 2014, I presented Senate Bill - SB788 (Town of Duck Eminent Domain) and Senate Bill - SB877 (Exempt Time Shares/Rule Against Perpetuities) to the Committee on Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House.
 
A state audit has found numerous violations and irregularities centered on former Tarboro Town Manager Sam Noble. The investigative audit released by State Auditor Beth Wood's office found that over a six-year period the former town manager made nearly $366,000 in purchases that exceeded the...
A state audit has found numerous violations and irregularities centered on former Tarboro Town Manager Sam Noble. The investigative audit released by State Auditor Beth Wood's office found that over a six-year period the former town manager made nearly $366,000 in purchases that exceeded the...
 
As part of the State required regular maintenance of the distribution system, the Beaufort County Southside Water System will use free chlorine as the primary disinfectant from July 25th, 2014, through mid September 2014.
As part of the State required regular maintenance of the distribution system, the Beaufort County Southside Water System will use free chlorine as the primary disinfectant from July 25th, 2014, through mid September 2014.
 
Congressman Walter Jones takes action and relates it to his constituents through these press releases.
Congressman Walter Jones takes action and relates it to his constituents through these press releases.
 
Dave Wilborn Smith, age 82, a resident of N. Bridge St., Washington, NC, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2014.
Dave Wilborn Smith, age 82, a resident of N. Bridge St., Washington, NC, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2014.
 
Can a university be so influential and respected in a community that its public image can withstand any kind of onslaught?
 
McCrory rift with Senate may stall NC budget. Ya Think ???? That was the eloquently succinct and prescient headline atop the latest missive from McClatchy-Charlotte's genial geriatric Jim Morrill.
McCrory rift with Senate may stall NC budget. Ya Think ???? That was the eloquently succinct and prescient headline atop the latest missive from McClatchy-Charlotte's genial geriatric Jim Morrill.
 
Reports about the American economy often focus on growth or decline in the gross domestic product, or GDP. It’s also possible to track a state’s GDP.
Reports about the American economy often focus on growth or decline in the gross domestic product, or GDP. It’s also possible to track a state’s GDP.
 
Governor Pat McCrory will launch the state's four-yearlong Centennial Commemoration of World War I at a wreath-laying ceremony at the North Carolina Veterans Monument on the grounds of the State Capitol Saturday, Aug. 2, 2014.
Governor Pat McCrory will launch the state's four-yearlong Centennial Commemoration of World War I at a wreath-laying ceremony at the North Carolina Veterans Monument on the grounds of the State Capitol Saturday, Aug. 2, 2014.
 
Lone Leaf Gallery Celebrates 5 Years with a Showing by Alexandra Bloch's Everyday Beauty Series
 
State Auditor Beth Wood said an audit pointing out hundreds of thousands of dollars in misspending by top Tarboro officials should serve as a call for governing boards across North Carolina to ratchet up their oversight of public spending.
State Auditor Beth Wood said an audit pointing out hundreds of thousands of dollars in misspending by top Tarboro officials should serve as a call for governing boards across North Carolina to ratchet up their oversight of public spending.
 
Stan, here is a video documenting Mayor O'Neal's walk, and below are the many articles and TV stories about it so far.
Stan, here is a video documenting Mayor O'Neal's walk, and below are the many articles and TV stories about it so far.
 
Registration for Fall Semester at Beaufort County Community College continues through Wednesday, Aug. 13.
 
Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Sealed Air Corporation will establish its new global headquarters in Mecklenburg County. The company plans to create 1,262 jobs in Charlotte by the end of 2017.
Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Sealed Air Corporation will establish its new global headquarters in Mecklenburg County. The company plans to create 1,262 jobs in Charlotte by the end of 2017.
 
Our lawmakers have been embroiled in contentious debates about teacher pay and Medicaid, among other issues, as they struggle to revise our $21 billion state budget.
Our lawmakers have been embroiled in contentious debates about teacher pay and Medicaid, among other issues, as they struggle to revise our $21 billion state budget.
 
As students head back to high school this fall, they and their parents will quickly discover that much of traditional American history taught in Advanced Placement (AP) courses for college credit is being rewritten with a distinctive left-leaning bias.
As students head back to high school this fall, they and their parents will quickly discover that much of traditional American history taught in Advanced Placement (AP) courses for college credit is being rewritten with a distinctive left-leaning bias.
 
It's interesting in the business (aggregating news/information) things sometimes just come together when you are not expecting it to happen. Wednesday (7-24-14) was one of those days. But follow us here, because to get the message you have to connect the dots.
It's interesting in the business (aggregating news/information) things sometimes just come together when you are not expecting it to happen. Wednesday (7-24-14) was one of those days. But follow us here, because to get the message you have to connect the dots.
 
As negotiations continue in the General Assembly in Raleigh over the fate of the community college budget, Beaufort County Community College received bad news in a directive from the N.C. Community College System Office.
As negotiations continue in the General Assembly in Raleigh over the fate of the community college budget, Beaufort County Community College received bad news in a directive from the N.C. Community College System Office.
 
Mr. Charles Enoch, 68, resident of 407 E. 3rd St., Washington, died Thursday July 24, 2014. Arrangements by Whitfield & Whitley Funeral Home.
Mr. Charles Enoch, 68, resident of 407 E. 3rd St., Washington, died Thursday July 24, 2014. Arrangements by Whitfield & Whitley Funeral Home.
 
Roberta Page Jaggers, age 51, a resident of Respess St., Washington, NC, passed away Sunday, July 20, 2014.
Roberta Page Jaggers, age 51, a resident of Respess St., Washington, NC, passed away Sunday, July 20, 2014.
 
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