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Accomplishments: High School graduation rates are at an all-time high. North Carolina's 2014 graduation rate of 83.9 percent is the highest recorded in the state's history...
Accomplishments: High School graduation rates are at an all-time high. North Carolina's 2014 graduation rate of 83.9 percent is the highest recorded in the state's history...
 
I check many "things religious" via the Internet. When a main story starts to go away, more often comes.
I check many "things religious" via the Internet. When a main story starts to go away, more often comes.
 
Left of-center pundits and politicians have spent a lot of time recently bemoaning growing income inequality in the United States. James Piereson, president of the William E. Simon Foundation and senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, says the focus on inequality diverts attention from more...
Left of-center pundits and politicians have spent a lot of time recently bemoaning growing income inequality in the United States. James Piereson, president of the William E. Simon Foundation and senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, says the focus on inequality diverts attention from more...
 
On Tuesday the N.C. House of Representatives approved a proposal to amend the state constitution by adding the following language: Private property shall not be taken by eminent domain except for a public use. Just compensation shall be paid and shall be determined by a jury at the request of...
On Tuesday the N.C. House of Representatives approved a proposal to amend the state constitution by adding the following language: Private property shall not be taken by eminent domain except for a public use. Just compensation shall be paid and shall be determined by a jury at the request of...
 
Chancellor Steve Ballard released a statement Sunday to assure supporters of the Brody School of Medicine that “there are no plans to close the Brody School now or in the future.”
Chancellor Steve Ballard released a statement Sunday to assure supporters of the Brody School of Medicine that “there are no plans to close the Brody School now or in the future.”
 
The North Carolina Court of Appeals has been ordered to expedite review of a lawsuit involving a newspaper's request to see records detailing the firing of the superintendent of the Alamance-Burlington Board of Education
The North Carolina Court of Appeals has been ordered to expedite review of a lawsuit involving a newspaper's request to see records detailing the firing of the superintendent of the Alamance-Burlington Board of Education
 
Innovative community health care driven by patient needs, and tailoring local resources to cooperatively address those needs was the focus of the 11th annual Jean Mills Health Symposium held Feb. 6 at East Carolina University.
Innovative community health care driven by patient needs, and tailoring local resources to cooperatively address those needs was the focus of the 11th annual Jean Mills Health Symposium held Feb. 6 at East Carolina University.
 
Governor Pat McCrory has nominated Dr. Linda Morrison Combs of Winston-Salem as North Carolina State Controller. The governor first appointed Dr. Combs to the position in May 2014. The nomination is subject to confirmation by the General Assembly.
Governor Pat McCrory has nominated Dr. Linda Morrison Combs of Winston-Salem as North Carolina State Controller. The governor first appointed Dr. Combs to the position in May 2014. The nomination is subject to confirmation by the General Assembly.
 
"What do you people want?" I can't tell you the number of times I've been asked that by lawmakers, activists, or reporters who don't share my political views. The term "you people" refers to the modern conservative movement in North Carolina, a phenomenon that still seems to puzzle older politicos a
"What do you people want?" I can't tell you the number of times I've been asked that by lawmakers, activists, or reporters who don't share my political views. The term "you people" refers to the modern conservative movement in North Carolina, a phenomenon that still seems to puzzle older politicos a
 
Want to learn more about good wine — its history, geography, botany and chemistry? Then let James "The Wine Guy" McKelvey introduce you to it in this class offered by the Division of Continuing Education at Beaufort County Community College.
Want to learn more about good wine — its history, geography, botany and chemistry? Then let James "The Wine Guy" McKelvey introduce you to it in this class offered by the Division of Continuing Education at Beaufort County Community College.
 
It is really interesting to see and hear all of these people who have badmouthed our military through every operation - dating back to Vietnam - beating the drums to go to war against ISIS / ISIL.
It is really interesting to see and hear all of these people who have badmouthed our military through every operation - dating back to Vietnam - beating the drums to go to war against ISIS / ISIL.
 
The Office of Governor Pat McCrory announced the following appointments today...
 
This is National School Choice Week and there are many reasons to celebrate this modest but important idea. School choice is based on a simple truth: Parents know their children better than anyone else. As such, parents - not the government - should control their children's education and where...
This is National School Choice Week and there are many reasons to celebrate this modest but important idea. School choice is based on a simple truth: Parents know their children better than anyone else. As such, parents - not the government - should control their children's education and where...
 
Governor Pat McCrory released a statement following the shooting of three students near UNC - Chapel Hill:
Governor Pat McCrory released a statement following the shooting of three students near UNC - Chapel Hill:
 
As state education officials consider changes to the state testing program, they will have to balance the need for accountability with the desire for autonomy. Are they on the right track?
As state education officials consider changes to the state testing program, they will have to balance the need for accountability with the desire for autonomy. Are they on the right track?
 
More than 100 students, faculty, administrators, and political activists packed a lecture hall at UNC-Chapel Hill last Thursday to hear controversial indigenous studies professor Steven Salaita speak about academic freedom and censorship.
More than 100 students, faculty, administrators, and political activists packed a lecture hall at UNC-Chapel Hill last Thursday to hear controversial indigenous studies professor Steven Salaita speak about academic freedom and censorship.
 
Today, Senator Tillis (R-NC) issued the following statement after the Senate voted to confirm Secretary of Defense nominee Ashton Carter
Today, Senator Tillis (R-NC) issued the following statement after the Senate voted to confirm Secretary of Defense nominee Ashton Carter
 
Hundreds of North Carolinians who own property in swaths of land that the N.C. Department of Transportation has staked out for highways are awaiting action in state courts.
Hundreds of North Carolinians who own property in swaths of land that the N.C. Department of Transportation has staked out for highways are awaiting action in state courts.
 
Students in the Welding Technology Program at Beaufort County Community College recently presented the gift of a metal replica of a fishing trawler used in eastern North Carolina waters to the BCCC Board of Trustees. The trawler, named Lil' Beaufort, will be on display in the newly-renovated lobby o
Students in the Welding Technology Program at Beaufort County Community College recently presented the gift of a metal replica of a fishing trawler used in eastern North Carolina waters to the BCCC Board of Trustees. The trawler, named Lil' Beaufort, will be on display in the newly-renovated lobby o
 
Governor Pat McCrory has appointed Steve Messick District Court Judge in the 15A Judicial District and Richard Holloway District Court Judge in the 25th Judicial District.
Governor Pat McCrory has appointed Steve Messick District Court Judge in the 15A Judicial District and Richard Holloway District Court Judge in the 25th Judicial District.
 
For the first time ever, most of East Carolina University's extensive African art collection is being exhibited simultaneously at six different sites during February.
For the first time ever, most of East Carolina University's extensive African art collection is being exhibited simultaneously at six different sites during February.
 
The John Locke Foundation's 25th anniversary attracted national attention this month when U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-5th District, read a statement on the U.S. House floor celebrating the milestone.
The John Locke Foundation's 25th anniversary attracted national attention this month when U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-5th District, read a statement on the U.S. House floor celebrating the milestone.
 
Mr. Donald Gray Harding, age 58, a resident of Washington, died Tuesday, February 10, 2015.
Mr. Donald Gray Harding, age 58, a resident of Washington, died Tuesday, February 10, 2015.
 
Carrie Louise Perry died Tuesday, February 10th in Belhaven, NC.
Carrie Louise Perry died Tuesday, February 10th in Belhaven, NC.
 
Clarence McKinley Harding., age 82, a resident Harding's Village, Washington, NC, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at Vidant Pitt Hospital.
Clarence McKinley Harding., age 82, a resident Harding's Village, Washington, NC, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at Vidant Pitt Hospital.
 
Mr. Marvin Boyd, age 88, a resident of Bath, NC died Wednesday February 11, 2015.
Mr. Marvin Boyd, age 88, a resident of Bath, NC died Wednesday February 11, 2015.
 
It's a pleasure to announce that Jenna A. Robinson, currently director of outreach for the John W. Pope Center for Higher Education Policy, is about to become our new president. I am retiring, and my last day will be Friday, Feb. 13. I am joining the board of the Pope Center as vice-chairman.
It's a pleasure to announce that Jenna A. Robinson, currently director of outreach for the John W. Pope Center for Higher Education Policy, is about to become our new president. I am retiring, and my last day will be Friday, Feb. 13. I am joining the board of the Pope Center as vice-chairman.
 
Before the governor and legislators release their versions of the state budget, a very important source of information is needed - a comprehensive assessment of the state's debt status. Each year the Treasurer's office releases a Debt Affordability Study, which outlines the state's debt...
Before the governor and legislators release their versions of the state budget, a very important source of information is needed - a comprehensive assessment of the state's debt status. Each year the Treasurer's office releases a Debt Affordability Study, which outlines the state's debt...
 
Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) released the following statement on the final passage of the Keystone XL Pipeline Act, which now heads to the President’s desk.
Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) released the following statement on the final passage of the Keystone XL Pipeline Act, which now heads to the President’s desk.
 
Dana Cope has stepped on some powerful toes during his tenure as head of the state employees union here in North Carolina. Most of them have been on the starboard side of the political spectrum.
Dana Cope has stepped on some powerful toes during his tenure as head of the state employees union here in North Carolina. Most of them have been on the starboard side of the political spectrum.
 
There are so many ways to keep up with your friends and family these days - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Pinterest are just a few of them!
There are so many ways to keep up with your friends and family these days - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Pinterest are just a few of them!
 
In December, 2014 the Federal Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the final assessments of medical data for two of the programs within the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
In December, 2014 the Federal Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the final assessments of medical data for two of the programs within the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
 
Today, Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) voted in favor of legislation that would create thousands of American jobs through the construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline.
Today, Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) voted in favor of legislation that would create thousands of American jobs through the construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline.
 
A few days a week, I ride a Triangle Transit 301 bus to and from the palatial Civitas HQ in the Warehouse District of Raleigh. But even as a transit rider, my blood runs cold when I hear government planners are plotting ways to bring throw taxpayers' money at light-rail systems and commuter rail...
A few days a week, I ride a Triangle Transit 301 bus to and from the palatial Civitas HQ in the Warehouse District of Raleigh. But even as a transit rider, my blood runs cold when I hear government planners are plotting ways to bring throw taxpayers' money at light-rail systems and commuter rail...
 
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