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Original documents should play an important role in American history education. That's the approach from Roger Beckett, executive director of the Ashbrook Center at Ashland University. Beckett explained his preference for original historical documents over textbooks during a recent presentation...
Original documents should play an important role in American history education. That's the approach from Roger Beckett, executive director of the Ashbrook Center at Ashland University. Beckett explained his preference for original historical documents over textbooks during a recent presentation...
 
I have looked Conservatives in the eye most of my life. Sometimes I enjoyed their company.
I have looked Conservatives in the eye most of my life. Sometimes I enjoyed their company.
 
Mrs. Myrtle Paul Carowan, age 88, a resident of 325 Elm Street, Pantego, NC died Saturday April 25, 2015 at Ridgewood manor Nursing Center of Washington.
Mrs. Myrtle Paul Carowan, age 88, a resident of 325 Elm Street, Pantego, NC died Saturday April 25, 2015 at Ridgewood manor Nursing Center of Washington.
 
Deborah Allen Tate, age 63, a resident of East Main Street in Plymouth, NC passed away on April 23, 2015.
Deborah Allen Tate, age 63, a resident of East Main Street in Plymouth, NC passed away on April 23, 2015.
 
Roy Allen "Buddy" Jones, age 73, a resident of Vanceboro NC, passed away on April 21, 2015 at his residence.
Roy Allen "Buddy" Jones, age 73, a resident of Vanceboro NC, passed away on April 21, 2015 at his residence.
 
Mrs. Polly S. Cox, a resident of 1060 Goose Creek Road, Washington, NC died Saturday April 25, 2015 at Vidant Medical Center of Greenville.
Mrs. Polly S. Cox, a resident of 1060 Goose Creek Road, Washington, NC died Saturday April 25, 2015 at Vidant Medical Center of Greenville.
 
Mary Elizabeth Jones Sheppard, age 83, a resident of 101 Castle Lane, Washington, NC and former resident of Village Circle in Washington, NC passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at Vidant Inpatient Hospice.
Mary Elizabeth Jones Sheppard, age 83, a resident of 101 Castle Lane, Washington, NC and former resident of Village Circle in Washington, NC passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at Vidant Inpatient Hospice.
 
Mr. Raymond L. Prue, age 82, a resident of 106 East 9th Street, Washington, died Saturday, April 25, 2015 at his home.
Mr. Raymond L. Prue, age 82, a resident of 106 East 9th Street, Washington, died Saturday, April 25, 2015 at his home.
 
Mr. Elvin Lee Watson, age 83, a resident of 199 Circle Grove Farm Road, Belhaven, NC died Saturday April 25, 2015 at Ridgewood Manor Nursing Center of Washington.
Mr. Elvin Lee Watson, age 83, a resident of 199 Circle Grove Farm Road, Belhaven, NC died Saturday April 25, 2015 at Ridgewood Manor Nursing Center of Washington.
 
It was not until my son, Stanhope, called me to ask my opinion about the infamous impending Geese Decision, about 2 days prior, I was made aware of the 'mammoth problem' of just what to do about the wayward geese.
It was not until my son, Stanhope, called me to ask my opinion about the infamous impending Geese Decision, about 2 days prior, I was made aware of the 'mammoth problem' of just what to do about the wayward geese.
 
Mr. Henry Wayne Kennedy, age 81,of Washington, N.C., died peacefully with his wife beside him on Friday, April 24, 2015.
Mr. Henry Wayne Kennedy, age 81,of Washington, N.C., died peacefully with his wife beside him on Friday, April 24, 2015.
 
Mrs. Verda "Inez" Harding Spivey, age 91, a resident of 843 Harding Lane, Chocowinity, died Friday, April 24, 2015 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital in Washington.
Mrs. Verda "Inez" Harding Spivey, age 91, a resident of 843 Harding Lane, Chocowinity, died Friday, April 24, 2015 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital in Washington.
 
Mr. Daniel Lynn Cochran, age 62, of Black Mountain, formerly of Washington, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 22, 2015.
Mr. Daniel Lynn Cochran, age 62, of Black Mountain, formerly of Washington, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 22, 2015.
 
Mr. Johnny Gibbs Sr., 70, a resident of 4664 U.S. Highway 264 East of Hardin's Village in Washington, died Friday, April 24, 2015, at Vidant Inpatient Hospice in Greenville.
Mr. Johnny Gibbs Sr., 70, a resident of 4664 U.S. Highway 264 East of Hardin's Village in Washington, died Friday, April 24, 2015, at Vidant Inpatient Hospice in Greenville.
 
Mr. Gregory Hunt "Greg" Lewis, age 47, a resident of Washington died Wednesday April 22, 2015 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
Mr. Gregory Hunt "Greg" Lewis, age 47, a resident of Washington died Wednesday April 22, 2015 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
 
In our “us-versus-them” partisan culture it is rare to find an issue on which there is unanimous consensus but Governor Pat McCrory has identified one. North Carolina has not adequately built or maintained its public infrastructure for decades.
In our “us-versus-them” partisan culture it is rare to find an issue on which there is unanimous consensus but Governor Pat McCrory has identified one. North Carolina has not adequately built or maintained its public infrastructure for decades.
 
The House on Wednesday approved a bill that would shift next year's North Carolina presidential preference primary from late February to March 8. That chamber also nixed a proposed amendment to the N.C. Constitution that would have required a party's candidates for governor and...
The House on Wednesday approved a bill that would shift next year's North Carolina presidential preference primary from late February to March 8. That chamber also nixed a proposed amendment to the N.C. Constitution that would have required a party's candidates for governor and...
 
Mr. Bonnie Lee Corbett, 82, resident of Ridgewood Nursing Center and formerly of 2096 Clay Bottom School Road, Chocowinity, died Sunday, April 12, 2015.
Mr. Bonnie Lee Corbett, 82, resident of Ridgewood Nursing Center and formerly of 2096 Clay Bottom School Road, Chocowinity, died Sunday, April 12, 2015.
 
The Friends of Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge joined the National Audubon Society in an educational Energy Siting workshop held in Washington DC.
The Friends of Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge joined the National Audubon Society in an educational Energy Siting workshop held in Washington DC.
 
Mrs. Nancy Marie Saltsman Waters, age 74, a resident of 9702 NC Hwy. 33 E., Chocowinity, NC passed away Tuesday April 21, 2015 at her home.
Mrs. Nancy Marie Saltsman Waters, age 74, a resident of 9702 NC Hwy. 33 E., Chocowinity, NC passed away Tuesday April 21, 2015 at her home.
 
Sylvester "Vett" Rodman, 52 of Washington, NC passed away on Monday, April 20, 2015.
Sylvester "Vett" Rodman, 52 of Washington, NC passed away on Monday, April 20, 2015.
 
East Carolina University leaders say work is continuing on the development of Heritage Hall, a permanent place where people of historical significance to the university will be recognized.
East Carolina University leaders say work is continuing on the development of Heritage Hall, a permanent place where people of historical significance to the university will be recognized.
 
As the state tax filing deadline passed this week, the vast majority of North Carolinians will keep more of their own tax dollars due to policy decisions made by the Republican General Assembly during the past two legislative bienniums.
As the state tax filing deadline passed this week, the vast majority of North Carolinians will keep more of their own tax dollars due to policy decisions made by the Republican General Assembly during the past two legislative bienniums.
 
Mrs. Diane Robinson Smith, 53, resident of 340 E. 13th St., Washington died Wednesday April 15, 2015.
Mrs. Diane Robinson Smith, 53, resident of 340 E. 13th St., Washington died Wednesday April 15, 2015.
 
Mrs. Marie Haddock Hardee died Monday April 20, 2015.
 
The state House on Tuesday narrowly approved a bill that would require appellate judges to win retention elections to hold their seats. If House Bill 222 becomes law, it would apply to the chief justice and other justices on the N.C. Supreme Court as well as all judges on the N.C. Court of Appeals.
The state House on Tuesday narrowly approved a bill that would require appellate judges to win retention elections to hold their seats. If House Bill 222 becomes law, it would apply to the chief justice and other justices on the N.C. Supreme Court as well as all judges on the N.C. Court of Appeals.
 
Students and residents representing three of East Carolina University's health sciences programs recently participated in the university's first interprofessional virtual patient case.
Students and residents representing three of East Carolina University's health sciences programs recently participated in the university's first interprofessional virtual patient case.
 
Artists and craft persons… Linda Rozelle is back! See links below to register for the workshops…
Artists and craft persons… Linda Rozelle is back! See links below to register for the workshops…
 
Innovations in medical education were showcased and shared April 22 as health sciences faculty and learners from across East Carolina University gathered at the East Carolina Heart Institute at ECU to celebrate the Brody School of Medicine's inaugural Brody Medical Education Day.
Innovations in medical education were showcased and shared April 22 as health sciences faculty and learners from across East Carolina University gathered at the East Carolina Heart Institute at ECU to celebrate the Brody School of Medicine's inaugural Brody Medical Education Day.
 
I have have attended two free shows at the Turnage Theater recently - a few months ago one where about 30 folks attended a free show, and then just recently where tickets were extended to me.
I have have attended two free shows at the Turnage Theater recently - a few months ago one where about 30 folks attended a free show, and then just recently where tickets were extended to me.
 
The cost of the tour is free, with donations accepted.
 
Young visitors enjoyed hands-on science activities at East Carolina University April 21 as part of Earth Day celebrations. The Earth Day Expo included live animals and plants, interactive demonstrations and lab work that kept children engaged in topics related to biodiversity.
Young visitors enjoyed hands-on science activities at East Carolina University April 21 as part of Earth Day celebrations. The Earth Day Expo included live animals and plants, interactive demonstrations and lab work that kept children engaged in topics related to biodiversity.
 
This is the simple truth of any well functioning republic.
 
An academic institution cannot be all things to all people; it is a particular institution that fills particular needs and has particular limitations. Too expansive a mission can easily be turned toward wasteful means and political ends.
An academic institution cannot be all things to all people; it is a particular institution that fills particular needs and has particular limitations. Too expansive a mission can easily be turned toward wasteful means and political ends.
 
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