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In recent weeks, the small town of Fairmont, N.C. has received what is likely the most national media coverage it has seen in years. The Robeson County town of less than 3,000 is home to Lyndon McLellan, who owns and operates a local convenience store. Last summer, his entire business bank...
In recent weeks, the small town of Fairmont, N.C. has received what is likely the most national media coverage it has seen in years. The Robeson County town of less than 3,000 is home to Lyndon McLellan, who owns and operates a local convenience store. Last summer, his entire business bank...
 
The North Carolina Council of State unanimously approved an agreement today that will sell the 300 acre-plus Dorothea Dix campus to the City of Raleigh for approximately $52 million. The agreement was reached by the McCrory Administration and City of Raleigh earlier this year.
The North Carolina Council of State unanimously approved an agreement today that will sell the 300 acre-plus Dorothea Dix campus to the City of Raleigh for approximately $52 million. The agreement was reached by the McCrory Administration and City of Raleigh earlier this year.
 
The Beaufort County Community College Board of Trustees will hold a special called meeting at 8:30 a.m. Friday, May 8, in the Board Room of Building 10 on the BCCC campus. The board will immediately enter into a closed session to discuss personnel. For information about the upcoming board meeting...
The Beaufort County Community College Board of Trustees will hold a special called meeting at 8:30 a.m. Friday, May 8, in the Board Room of Building 10 on the BCCC campus. The board will immediately enter into a closed session to discuss personnel. For information about the upcoming board meeting...
 
Results from the 2014 U.S. History, Geography, and Civics at Grade 8 tests were released this week.
 
Markets tend to work better than government in helping to solve problems. That's the idea economist Richard Vedder promoted to a group of North Carolina lawmakers during a recent visit to Raleigh. Vedder is a professor at Ohio University, director of the Center for College Affordability and...
Markets tend to work better than government in helping to solve problems. That's the idea economist Richard Vedder promoted to a group of North Carolina lawmakers during a recent visit to Raleigh. Vedder is a professor at Ohio University, director of the Center for College Affordability and...
 
Mr. Edwin "Booger" Wakely Harris, age 66, a resident of 1827 Boyd Loop Rd., Pinetown, N.C. died Sunday, May 3, 2015 at his home.
Mr. Edwin "Booger" Wakely Harris, age 66, a resident of 1827 Boyd Loop Rd., Pinetown, N.C. died Sunday, May 3, 2015 at his home.
 
Among the faculty at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill there are two quite different views of the university's recent athletic/academic scandal.
Among the faculty at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill there are two quite different views of the university's recent athletic/academic scandal.
 
Governor Pat McCrory participated in a panel discussion today on U.S. offshore energy development at the annual Offshore Technology Conference in Houston. The governor was joined by U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (NC), House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Rob Bishop (UT) and the...
Governor Pat McCrory participated in a panel discussion today on U.S. offshore energy development at the annual Offshore Technology Conference in Houston. The governor was joined by U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (NC), House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Rob Bishop (UT) and the...
 
The Developmental Education Department at Beaufort County Community College recently hosted the North Carolina Association of Developmental Education's Eastern Regional Conference.
The Developmental Education Department at Beaufort County Community College recently hosted the North Carolina Association of Developmental Education's Eastern Regional Conference.
 
When two politically connected men began building new houses in 2013 on an island Dare County resident Bill Boykin purchased in 1997, Boykin concluded the chain of events leading up to the construction didn't pass the smell test.
When two politically connected men began building new houses in 2013 on an island Dare County resident Bill Boykin purchased in 1997, Boykin concluded the chain of events leading up to the construction didn't pass the smell test.
 
Senate Bill 374 (Modify For-Hire License Logbook Requirement) a bill that I crafted passed unanimously in the Senate and the bill has been sent to the House. In this legislation, the for-hire coastal recreation fishing licenses are altered to a voluntary requirement.
Senate Bill 374 (Modify For-Hire License Logbook Requirement) a bill that I crafted passed unanimously in the Senate and the bill has been sent to the House. In this legislation, the for-hire coastal recreation fishing licenses are altered to a voluntary requirement.
 
When North Carolina "popped the cork" on the alcohol limit in beers sold in our state we saw an immediate increase in diversity and choices, with an explosion of some 140 breweries.
When North Carolina "popped the cork" on the alcohol limit in beers sold in our state we saw an immediate increase in diversity and choices, with an explosion of some 140 breweries.
 
It seems like just yesterday that eye doctor from Matthews and that portly fellow from Moore County were roaming the House chamber wreaking havoc, shaking down lobbyists and scaring children.
It seems like just yesterday that eye doctor from Matthews and that portly fellow from Moore County were roaming the House chamber wreaking havoc, shaking down lobbyists and scaring children.
 
I love working for Norwich University, but I wish my job did not exist.
I love working for Norwich University, but I wish my job did not exist.
 
Join the Beaufort County Community College Foundation, Saturday, June 6, for a trip to Durham to see the stage production of the 2012 Tony Award Winning musical, Newsies.
Join the Beaufort County Community College Foundation, Saturday, June 6, for a trip to Durham to see the stage production of the 2012 Tony Award Winning musical, Newsies.
 
An innovative East Carolina University program is planting ideas - and vegetables - with some Pitt County Schools students.
An innovative East Carolina University program is planting ideas - and vegetables - with some Pitt County Schools students.
 
Governor Pat McCrory and First Lady Ann McCrory are inviting the public to enjoy the awakening of nature during the annual Spring Open House at the North Carolina Governor's Western Residence.
Governor Pat McCrory and First Lady Ann McCrory are inviting the public to enjoy the awakening of nature during the annual Spring Open House at the North Carolina Governor's Western Residence.
 
Sylvia Harrington Cook, age 64, a resident of Deer Track Drive in Washington, NC passed away on May 3, 2015 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC.
Sylvia Harrington Cook, age 64, a resident of Deer Track Drive in Washington, NC passed away on May 3, 2015 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC.
 
North Carolina students no longer would be required to take final exams under a bill passed by the House 116-2 on Tuesday, with supporters of House Bill 248 saying the tests vary from district-to-district, making it impossible to compare results across district lines.
North Carolina students no longer would be required to take final exams under a bill passed by the House 116-2 on Tuesday, with supporters of House Bill 248 saying the tests vary from district-to-district, making it impossible to compare results across district lines.
 
Many of our old mills have become homes, cafes, or fallen to the ravages of the water that powered them.
Many of our old mills have become homes, cafes, or fallen to the ravages of the water that powered them.
 
We will offer this allotment of three with more to come; some old, most new, but all quite informative, and, moreover, necessary to understanding that in North Carolina, there is a wiser path to govern ourselves and our People.
We will offer this allotment of three with more to come; some old, most new, but all quite informative, and, moreover, necessary to understanding that in North Carolina, there is a wiser path to govern ourselves and our People.
 
Politicians get used to being criticized in attack mailers. But it's hard to dismiss being attacked for something you've never officially taken a position on in the first place.
Politicians get used to being criticized in attack mailers. But it's hard to dismiss being attacked for something you've never officially taken a position on in the first place.
 
Charter schools increase segregation - that's the flawed conclusion of a recent National Bureau of Economic Research report by three Duke University Professors: Helen Ladd, Charles Clotfelter and John Holbein.
Charter schools increase segregation - that's the flawed conclusion of a recent National Bureau of Economic Research report by three Duke University Professors: Helen Ladd, Charles Clotfelter and John Holbein.
 
A personal finance class at East Carolina University has inspired students to save a combined $100,000 each semester for the past five years.
A personal finance class at East Carolina University has inspired students to save a combined $100,000 each semester for the past five years.
 
Beaufort County Commissioners will meet at the Washington High School auditorium for their May 4, regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting begins at 5:00 PM.
Beaufort County Commissioners will meet at the Washington High School auditorium for their May 4, regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting begins at 5:00 PM.
 
Karen Kay Brown, 67, of Plymouth, formerly of Belhaven, died Wednesday, April 28, 2015. Arrangements are by Jimmy D. Sawyer Funeral Director Licensee.
Karen Kay Brown, 67, of Plymouth, formerly of Belhaven, died Wednesday, April 28, 2015. Arrangements are by Jimmy D. Sawyer Funeral Director Licensee.
 
Stacey A. Dickerson, 60, of Jamesville, died on Friday, May 1, 2015. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, May 5, 2015, at 2 p.m. at Cedar Branch B
Stacey A. Dickerson, 60, of Jamesville, died on Friday, May 1, 2015. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, May 5, 2015, at 2 p.m. at Cedar Branch B
 
Margie P. "Marge" Willis, age 80, a resident of Chocowinity, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2015, in Atlanta, Ga. Mrs. Willis was born in Beaufort County on May 21, 1934, to the late Edward and Donnie Harris Pryor. She attended Beaufort County Schools in Chocowinity and LSU in Baton Rouge...
Margie P. "Marge" Willis, age 80, a resident of Chocowinity, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2015, in Atlanta, Ga. Mrs. Willis was born in Beaufort County on May 21, 1934, to the late Edward and Donnie Harris Pryor. She attended Beaufort County Schools in Chocowinity and LSU in Baton Rouge...
 
Mr. Edwin W. "Booger" Harris, age 66, a resident of 1827 Boyd Loop Road, Pinetown, NC died Sunday May 3, 2015 at his home.
Mr. Edwin W. "Booger" Harris, age 66, a resident of 1827 Boyd Loop Road, Pinetown, NC died Sunday May 3, 2015 at his home.
 
Mr. Rufus David Burbage, Sr., age 78, a resident of Pinetown, NC died Saturday May 2, 2015 at his home.
Mr. Rufus David Burbage, Sr., age 78, a resident of Pinetown, NC died Saturday May 2, 2015 at his home.
 
Mrs. Dorothy Louise Parvin Balzer, age 88, a resident of Washingtion, N.C. died Thursday, April 30, 2015 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.
Mrs. Dorothy Louise Parvin Balzer, age 88, a resident of Washingtion, N.C. died Thursday, April 30, 2015 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.
 
Mr. Franklin "Kirby" Haddock, 70, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2015, at his home. The funeral service will be conducted Monday at 2 p.m. in the Wilkerson Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Pinewood Memorial Park.
Mr. Franklin "Kirby" Haddock, 70, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2015, at his home. The funeral service will be conducted Monday at 2 p.m. in the Wilkerson Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Pinewood Memorial Park.
 
A memorial service for Mr. Gilbert Leland Radcliffe will be held at 2 p.m. today at Belhaven Missionary Baptist Church. A celebration of Mr. Radcliffe's life will follow in the church fellowship hall. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting...
A memorial service for Mr. Gilbert Leland Radcliffe will be held at 2 p.m. today at Belhaven Missionary Baptist Church. A celebration of Mr. Radcliffe's life will follow in the church fellowship hall. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting...
 
The higher education establishment attacks traditional American values in many ways. The head of the John W. Pope Center for Higher Education Policy outlined 10 of them during a presentation Friday for the John Locke Foundation's Shaftesbury Society.
The higher education establishment attacks traditional American values in many ways. The head of the John W. Pope Center for Higher Education Policy outlined 10 of them during a presentation Friday for the John Locke Foundation's Shaftesbury Society.
 
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