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Archived Results for February 2015

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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...
 
Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) issued the following statement after a shooting in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, that resulted in three deaths.
Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) issued the following statement after a shooting in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, that resulted in three deaths.
 
Over the past several weeks, I have been discussing some of the silliness surrounding the analysis of lower oil and gasoline prices. It was pointed out here and here that the main reason why lower prices, if sustained, will lead to economic growth is that they will reduce the cost of production...
Over the past several weeks, I have been discussing some of the silliness surrounding the analysis of lower oil and gasoline prices. It was pointed out here and here that the main reason why lower prices, if sustained, will lead to economic growth is that they will reduce the cost of production...
 
On January 29, 2014 Washington Police arrested Jeffrey Paul Morning age 48 of McDowell Street Greenville for felony possession with intent to manufacture, sell or deliver heroin.
On January 29, 2014 Washington Police arrested Jeffrey Paul Morning age 48 of McDowell Street Greenville for felony possession with intent to manufacture, sell or deliver heroin.
 
Ms. Linda Faye Nelson, of 984 Fowle Dr., Washington, died Monday, Feb. 9, 2015.
Ms. Linda Faye Nelson, of 984 Fowle Dr., Washington, died Monday, Feb. 9, 2015.
 
Helen Dawson White, 88, passed away at Vidant Medical Center on February 10, 2015.
Helen Dawson White, 88, passed away at Vidant Medical Center on February 10, 2015.
 
Mr. Jack Henderson Stilley, age 78, a resident of Blounts Creek, died Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at Vidant Medical Center.
Mr. Jack Henderson Stilley, age 78, a resident of Blounts Creek, died Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at Vidant Medical Center.
 
Mr. Larry Wayne Haddock, age 65, a resident of 655 Possum Track Road, Chocowinity, died Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at his home.
Mr. Larry Wayne Haddock, age 65, a resident of 655 Possum Track Road, Chocowinity, died Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at his home.
 
Mr. Gary Lee Winfield, age 64, a resident of 182 Abby Lane, Washington, died Monday, February 9, 2015 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
Mr. Gary Lee Winfield, age 64, a resident of 182 Abby Lane, Washington, died Monday, February 9, 2015 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
 
Ms. Anne Marks Sumner Carson, age 95, a resident of Bath, NC, died Monday February 9, 2015 at Ridgewood Manor.
Ms. Anne Marks Sumner Carson, age 95, a resident of Bath, NC, died Monday February 9, 2015 at Ridgewood Manor.
 
Mrs. Evelyn Bare Parrish, age 87, formerly of Maryland and Bath, N.C., died Sunday, February 8, 2015 at Cypress Glen Retirement Center in Greenville.
Mrs. Evelyn Bare Parrish, age 87, formerly of Maryland and Bath, N.C., died Sunday, February 8, 2015 at Cypress Glen Retirement Center in Greenville.
 
Clarence McKinley Harding Sr., age 82, a resident of Hwy. 264 East, Washington, NC died Tuesday, February 10, 2015.
Clarence McKinley Harding Sr., age 82, a resident of Hwy. 264 East, Washington, NC died Tuesday, February 10, 2015.
 
In North Carolina there is a significant amount of potential for oyster aquaculture to become a greater source of income and economic prosperity for North Carolina's commercial fishing industry.
In North Carolina there is a significant amount of potential for oyster aquaculture to become a greater source of income and economic prosperity for North Carolina's commercial fishing industry.
 
Those who care about education reform learned a lot on February 5 when North Carolina released its first letter grades for public schools. The grades reflect three sets of information: average student performance on end-of-year tests, the amount of annual growth in those scores, and graduation...
Those who care about education reform learned a lot on February 5 when North Carolina released its first letter grades for public schools. The grades reflect three sets of information: average student performance on end-of-year tests, the amount of annual growth in those scores, and graduation...
 
Beaufort County Community College is celebrating Black History Month with a series of events that includes an appearance by one of the nation's most dynamic and uplifting motivational speakers.
Beaufort County Community College is celebrating Black History Month with a series of events that includes an appearance by one of the nation's most dynamic and uplifting motivational speakers.
 
Corrections officers are confronting the most violent people in our state every minute of their day. Some live under death threats not only to them... but to their family. Working in this environment comes at a price. But we will support our corrections officers and all those engaged in public...
Corrections officers are confronting the most violent people in our state every minute of their day. Some live under death threats not only to them... but to their family. Working in this environment comes at a price. But we will support our corrections officers and all those engaged in public...
 
It hit like a ton of bricks when I got the news alert on my phone this morning regarding the passing of Coach Dean Smith.
It hit like a ton of bricks when I got the news alert on my phone this morning regarding the passing of Coach Dean Smith.
 
It's now been one month since Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina went public with its health care cost estimator tool. Regardless of whether you have a BCBS card, anyone can now compare average costs for more than 1,200 procedures in just about any zip code across the state...
It's now been one month since Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina went public with its health care cost estimator tool. Regardless of whether you have a BCBS card, anyone can now compare average costs for more than 1,200 procedures in just about any zip code across the state...
 
The university where I teach, George Mason University (GMU), has a speech code which purports to regulate the speech of students in the interest of civility and educational values.
The university where I teach, George Mason University (GMU), has a speech code which purports to regulate the speech of students in the interest of civility and educational values.
 
JLF unveiled FFI in connection with its 25th anniversary celebration Feb. 7 in Research Triangle Park.
JLF unveiled FFI in connection with its 25th anniversary celebration Feb. 7 in Research Triangle Park.
 
One of my favorite Professors at Southeastern Seminary was Dr. John Carlton. He was from Texas and a bachelor. His family was his students.
One of my favorite Professors at Southeastern Seminary was Dr. John Carlton. He was from Texas and a bachelor. His family was his students.
 
N.C. DHHS' Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services (DMH/DD/SAS) has awarded funding to four projects to enhance mental health and substance abuse crisis services. Projects will receive $998,458 each year for the 2014-15 fiscal year and 2015-16 fiscal year.
N.C. DHHS' Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services (DMH/DD/SAS) has awarded funding to four projects to enhance mental health and substance abuse crisis services. Projects will receive $998,458 each year for the 2014-15 fiscal year and 2015-16 fiscal year.
 
Late last year an audit of the State Board of Opticians determined that the board "will lack adequate funds to continue operating within the next year" and that, despite cost-cutting measures already undertaken, soon "will no longer be able to provide the licensing services and practitioner...
Late last year an audit of the State Board of Opticians determined that the board "will lack adequate funds to continue operating within the next year" and that, despite cost-cutting measures already undertaken, soon "will no longer be able to provide the licensing services and practitioner...
 
Governor Pat McCrory has reappointed Ray Grace as the North Carolina Commissioner of Banks. Governor McCrory first appointed Grace in 2013. He previously served as Acting Commissioner and was originally appointed by Governor McCrory's predecessor.
Governor Pat McCrory has reappointed Ray Grace as the North Carolina Commissioner of Banks. Governor McCrory first appointed Grace in 2013. He previously served as Acting Commissioner and was originally appointed by Governor McCrory's predecessor.
 
Thirteen students at Beaufort County Community College were recognized as "BCCC's Best" in a ceremony on the college campus recently. All students were cited for being motivated in their studies and in their lives.
Thirteen students at Beaufort County Community College were recognized as "BCCC's Best" in a ceremony on the college campus recently. All students were cited for being motivated in their studies and in their lives.
 
North Carolina exported a record $31 billion in merchandise to international markets in 2014, according to a new report from the U.S. Department of Commerce.
North Carolina exported a record $31 billion in merchandise to international markets in 2014, according to a new report from the U.S. Department of Commerce.
 
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