A former Indian Trail town planner testified under oath in September that in the early 2000s, town leaders ordered him to commit illegal acts in approving developers’ plans.
Published: Wednesday, November 19th, 2014 @ 12:59 pm
By: John Locke Foundation
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We seem to be like little kids these days obsessing over entertainment more than understanding. This article states is well from all sides with plenty of links to prove their point
Published: Wednesday, November 19th, 2014 @ 12:18 pm
By: Gene Scarborough
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Regulation stifles innovation, resulting in poor-quality products at higher prices for consumers. And removing long-established regulations takes a massive effort, usually driven by obvious massive benefits that an emerging new industry offers.
Published: Wednesday, November 19th, 2014 @ 8:25 am
By: John Locke Foundation
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This is to advise you that Proctor Kidwell resigned his position as party chairman due to conflict with his business and ability to properly administer the business of the party.
Published: Wednesday, November 19th, 2014 @ 8:19 am
By: Keith D Kidwell
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Turnout in the Nov. 4 midterm election appeared to rebuff claims that the sweeping 2013 election reform law passed by the General Assembly led to voter suppression.
Published: Wednesday, November 19th, 2014 @ 12:08 am
By: John Locke Foundation
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ECU senior Zachary Baker has been recognized by North Carolina Campus Compact, a statewide network of colleges and universities committed to community engagement, for his outstanding leadership and service. Baker is a recipient of the network's Community Impact Student Award, which honors one studen
Published: Wednesday, November 19th, 2014 @ 12:08 am
By: ECU News Services
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Recounts are underway in fourteen contests across North Carolina after the deadline to request a recount closed Tuesday evening.
Published: Wednesday, November 19th, 2014 @ 12:05 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Why did Democrats have a disappointing midterm election? Ask the Democrats. They've been thinking about this a lot and offer many explanations. Let's explore their various legends of the fall campaign.
Published: Wednesday, November 19th, 2014 @ 12:04 am
By: John Locke Foundation
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For many years those of us who know about church outlooks and activities have seen nothing new out of a Pope.
Published: Wednesday, November 19th, 2014 @ 12:02 am
By: Gene Scarborough
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The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has announced that the state's Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) will be accepting applications beginning Dec. 1, 2014.
Published: Tuesday, November 18th, 2014 @ 11:58 pm
By: Chris Downey
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From his statement to the American people on the eve of 9/11, 2014, Amateur Obama convincingly conveyed that he trusts public opinion polls, rather than his own instincts to lead Americans in these last uncertain days of his failed presidency.
Published: Tuesday, November 18th, 2014 @ 11:37 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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More than half of North Carolina voters and 70 percent of Republicans would be less likely to re-elect Gov. Pat McCrory if he supported the expansion of Medicaid under Obamacare, according to a poll released today by the Foundation for Government Accountability.
Published: Tuesday, November 18th, 2014 @ 7:08 pm
By: John Locke Foundation
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BCCC has welcomed middle grades students from across Beaufort County during the past two weeks. Under the direction of Vice President of Student Services Rick Anderson and his team, the county's eighth grade students toured BCCC's nursing, cosmetology, agribusiness technology programs automotive...
Published: Monday, November 17th, 2014 @ 9:54 pm
By: Judy Jennette
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Timothy Warren "Timmy" Cordon, age 56, a resident of Boss Hog Ln., Belhaven, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2014 at Bayview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in New Bern, NC.
Published: Monday, November 17th, 2014 @ 4:38 pm
By: Announcements
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Mr. Harold Lloyd Potter, age 68, a resident of 2487 West Barr Road, Chocowinity, died Sunday, November 16, 2014 at his home.
Published: Monday, November 17th, 2014 @ 4:28 pm
By: Announcements
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The push is on, both nationally and in several states, to raise the minimum wage from its current $7.25 an hour to $10.30 nationally and as high as $15 in specific cities and states. I think it would be absolutely great if everyone who wanted a job could get one at a wage of $10 or $15 an hour...
Published: Sunday, November 16th, 2014 @ 9:23 pm
By: John Locke Foundation
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East Carolina University remembered those who sacrificed and served during a Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 11. "This day is about honoring service above self," said Dr. Steve Duncan, assistant vice chancellor and director of military programs at ECU.
Published: Sunday, November 16th, 2014 @ 9:20 pm
By: ECU News Services
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In previous newsletters, I've discussed how both ends of the political spectrum strive to reform our nation's health care delivery system by following through with the "triple aim" concept of former CMS administrator Dr. Donald Berwick - increase access to care, reduce health care costs, and...
Published: Saturday, November 15th, 2014 @ 5:33 pm
By: John Locke Foundation
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As some of us remaining stragglers head to the polls, there is much to consider.
Published: Saturday, November 15th, 2014 @ 5:32 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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$100 million for ONE US Senate race. Most of it flooded in from out of state.
Published: Saturday, November 15th, 2014 @ 5:28 pm
By: Brant Clifton
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Mr. Harold Alton Lane, 98, died peacefully Thursday afternoon, November 13, at his home at 1013 Swan Point Reef.
Published: Saturday, November 15th, 2014 @ 12:54 pm
By: Announcements
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Mrs. Geraldine Parker, of 117 West 7th Street, Washington, died Sunday, November 09, 2014, at home.
Published: Saturday, November 15th, 2014 @ 12:50 pm
By: Announcements
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Mrs. Brenda Brooks Humphrey, age 71, a resident of 233 Clarendon Avenue, Bath died Thursday morning November 13, 2014 at her home.
Published: Saturday, November 15th, 2014 @ 12:46 pm
By: Announcements
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Wilbur Ernest Disharoon, age 91, a resident of Roanoke River Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Williamston, NC, and a former resident of Washington, NC, passed away Monday, November 10, 2014.
Published: Saturday, November 15th, 2014 @ 12:30 pm
By: Announcements
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East Carolina University brick mason and U.S. Army veteran Ron Causey is proud to have helped build the Memorial Walk that honors service members.
Published: Saturday, November 15th, 2014 @ 10:03 am
By: ECU News Services
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The Democrats' president, who just led them into a dark corner of ineffective dysfunction, had a tough week last week, especially when golfing buddy Michael Jordan made demeaning remarks regarding Amateur Obama's golfing prowess.
Published: Saturday, November 15th, 2014 @ 10:01 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Drunks don't always make the most cooperative suspects. But it's not clear how aggressively police can pursue evidence, such as blood samples, when they apprehend a suspect who's suspected of driving while intoxicated. And a recent ruling by the state Court of Appeals hasn't settled the matter.
Published: Saturday, November 15th, 2014 @ 9:57 am
By: John Locke Foundation
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On September 9, 2014, three homes on Old Blounts Creek Road in Chocowinity, NC were broken into. Once inside two of the homes, the thieves took several handguns and a flat screen television. A witness saw two black male suspects loading the stolen items into a gold colored Pontiac van before...
Published: Friday, November 14th, 2014 @ 3:16 pm
By: Chris Downey
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Goose Creek State Park Calendar of Events for November, 2014.
Published: Friday, November 14th, 2014 @ 3:04 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Yesterday, Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) spoke at the House Armed Services Committee hearing with Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel on the Obama Administration’s strategy for combating ISIL.
Published: Friday, November 14th, 2014 @ 2:12 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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An influential actress, producer, speaker and LGBT advocate brought an empowering message of moving beyond gender expectations and embracing differences to East Carolina University on Nov. 12.
Published: Friday, November 14th, 2014 @ 1:48 pm
By: ECU News Services
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The recent outbreak of the Ebola virus in West Africa and the few recent infections in the United States have alarmed many Americans. Considering how modern transportation and technology have made the wide world into a smaller place, Americans should be concerned.
Published: Friday, November 14th, 2014 @ 10:49 am
By: John Locke Foundation
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All 100 county boards of election will meet Friday morning to authenticate results from the 2014 General Election.
Published: Friday, November 14th, 2014 @ 10:40 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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