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Mrs. Gertrude (Trudy) Nelson, age 94, a resident of 119 West 11th Street, Washington, North Carolina, died Saturday April 18, 2015.
Mrs. Gertrude (Trudy) Nelson, age 94, a resident of 119 West 11th Street, Washington, North Carolina, died Saturday April 18, 2015.
 
The East Carolina University School of Music Chamber Singers became the first American choir ever to win the 13th International Maribor Choral Competition Gallus held April 10-12 in Maribor, Slovenia.
The East Carolina University School of Music Chamber Singers became the first American choir ever to win the 13th International Maribor Choral Competition Gallus held April 10-12 in Maribor, Slovenia.
 
Conservative, Stan Deatherage, Beaufort County NOW, Conservative publication,
Conservative, Stan Deatherage, Beaufort County NOW, Conservative publication,
 
This week brought every American's favorite day: April 15. Most of us knew that we were required to file and pay taxes by the Wednesday deadline. But do you know exactly how long it took you to complete enough work to pay for those taxes? If we add up every tax you have to pay...
This week brought every American's favorite day: April 15. Most of us knew that we were required to file and pay taxes by the Wednesday deadline. But do you know exactly how long it took you to complete enough work to pay for those taxes? If we add up every tax you have to pay...
 
About 25 years ago, American higher education was swept up in the identity studies fad. A great many colleges and universities created courses, departments, degree programs, and related administrative posts in Women's Studies, African-American Studies, Latina/o Studies, Queer Studies, and others.
About 25 years ago, American higher education was swept up in the identity studies fad. A great many colleges and universities created courses, departments, degree programs, and related administrative posts in Women's Studies, African-American Studies, Latina/o Studies, Queer Studies, and others.
 
Mr. James Reide "Jimmy" Long, age 65, a resident of 113 Cedar Circle, Washington, NC died Thursday April 16, 2015 at his home.
Mr. James Reide "Jimmy" Long, age 65, a resident of 113 Cedar Circle, Washington, NC died Thursday April 16, 2015 at his home.
 
Mrs. Francis Magnolia Tyndall Whitehurst, age 61, a resident of 122 Pine Drive, Chocowinity, NC died Friday April 17, 2015 at Vidant Medical Center of Greenville.
Mrs. Francis Magnolia Tyndall Whitehurst, age 61, a resident of 122 Pine Drive, Chocowinity, NC died Friday April 17, 2015 at Vidant Medical Center of Greenville.
 
A few weeks ago, I wrote about why I thought President Obama's Community College Proposal was a bad idea. His plan to provide up to two years of free tuition to community college students who maintained a 2.5 G.P.A would cost $6 billion a year, is ill conceived, and based on fallacious assumptions.
A few weeks ago, I wrote about why I thought President Obama's Community College Proposal was a bad idea. His plan to provide up to two years of free tuition to community college students who maintained a 2.5 G.P.A would cost $6 billion a year, is ill conceived, and based on fallacious assumptions.
 
In just a few hours spent in Corolla, NC, the day after Independence Day, I took many pictures that tells a short story of a very beautiful place.
In just a few hours spent in Corolla, NC, the day after Independence Day, I took many pictures that tells a short story of a very beautiful place.
 
William Blount, the eldest son of Jacob Blount, Sr., and Barbara Gray Blount, was born in Bertie County, North Carolina, on March 26, 1749.
William Blount, the eldest son of Jacob Blount, Sr., and Barbara Gray Blount, was born in Bertie County, North Carolina, on March 26, 1749.
 
While last-minute filers across the country rush to a post office or computer terminal to file their 2014 income tax returns, North Carolinians are within 24 hours of reaching an important date for this year - Tax Freedom Day.
While last-minute filers across the country rush to a post office or computer terminal to file their 2014 income tax returns, North Carolinians are within 24 hours of reaching an important date for this year - Tax Freedom Day.
 
After a series of demonstratively tough weeks, the hits just keep on coming, faster and faster as if a spinning top, reeling from the negative inertia.
After a series of demonstratively tough weeks, the hits just keep on coming, faster and faster as if a spinning top, reeling from the negative inertia.
 
I am the first of the Baby Boomers, born in 1946. My father and grandfather both lived through the Great Depression brought on by greed and selfish business practices.
I am the first of the Baby Boomers, born in 1946. My father and grandfather both lived through the Great Depression brought on by greed and selfish business practices.
 
East Carolina University is receiving praise at the national level for its innovation in preparing teachers for the classroom.
East Carolina University is receiving praise at the national level for its innovation in preparing teachers for the classroom.
 
It began with Ted Cruz, on March 23rd, and continued with Rand Paul, on April 7th, who were the first to announce their candidacy for the highest office in the Land.
It began with Ted Cruz, on March 23rd, and continued with Rand Paul, on April 7th, who were the first to announce their candidacy for the highest office in the Land.
 
House Republicans are taking another whack at ending subsidies attached to government-mandated purchases of renewable energy. House Bill 681 would require solar and other "green" power to compete with traditional fuel sources in the government-regulated electricity industry and determine the energy
House Republicans are taking another whack at ending subsidies attached to government-mandated purchases of renewable energy. House Bill 681 would require solar and other "green" power to compete with traditional fuel sources in the government-regulated electricity industry and determine the energy
 
The glitz and glamour of movie and television production in North Carolina apparently is just too tempting for several North Carolina legislators to pass up. Unfortunately, they are willing to use your tax dollars to bribe more Hollywood big shots to come to the Tar Heel State.
The glitz and glamour of movie and television production in North Carolina apparently is just too tempting for several North Carolina legislators to pass up. Unfortunately, they are willing to use your tax dollars to bribe more Hollywood big shots to come to the Tar Heel State.
 
C. Alexander Turner III, a psychiatric nurse practitioner, is joining Vidant Behavioral Health-Washington, located at 1308 Highland Drive.
C. Alexander Turner III, a psychiatric nurse practitioner, is joining Vidant Behavioral Health-Washington, located at 1308 Highland Drive.
 
Amateur Obama has made his mark once again, setting new lows in negotiating prowess.
 
There is currently a bill in the legislature, introduced and sponsored by Representative Chris Millis, that would phase out North Carolina's coercive renewable energy mandates, which were passed in 2007. At the present time, North Carolina requires that utility companies provide 12.5 percent of...
There is currently a bill in the legislature, introduced and sponsored by Representative Chris Millis, that would phase out North Carolina's coercive renewable energy mandates, which were passed in 2007. At the present time, North Carolina requires that utility companies provide 12.5 percent of...
 
Water, water everywhere and the cradle of much of North Carolina's rich history.
 
The BCCC Board of Trustees and the Beaufort County Board of Commissioners held their annual joint meeting this week during which the community college presented its budget request for the 2015-2016 Fiscal Year. We are asking the county for a total of $3,456,579 in current expense and capital...
The BCCC Board of Trustees and the Beaufort County Board of Commissioners held their annual joint meeting this week during which the community college presented its budget request for the 2015-2016 Fiscal Year. We are asking the county for a total of $3,456,579 in current expense and capital...
 
If an industry can provide its product only by using the government to force others to deal with it, then it is not an industry that can be functional in a truly free market. This is the case for the solar power industry, including what are called third-party sales of solar-generated electricity.
If an industry can provide its product only by using the government to force others to deal with it, then it is not an industry that can be functional in a truly free market. This is the case for the solar power industry, including what are called third-party sales of solar-generated electricity.
 
Governor Pat McCrory unveiled the Connect NC bond proposals that will connect North Carolina cities and towns by building roads, upgrading technology and constructing education facilities.
Governor Pat McCrory unveiled the Connect NC bond proposals that will connect North Carolina cities and towns by building roads, upgrading technology and constructing education facilities.
 
North Carolina is a right-to-work state, but that hasn't stopped labor unions from trying to find new ways to boost their membership. Bruce Clarke, president and CEO of Capital Associated Industries, addressed the John Locke Foundation's Shaftesbury Society in 2014 on the topic...
North Carolina is a right-to-work state, but that hasn't stopped labor unions from trying to find new ways to boost their membership. Bruce Clarke, president and CEO of Capital Associated Industries, addressed the John Locke Foundation's Shaftesbury Society in 2014 on the topic...
 
Ten inspiring women were honored April 13 in a ceremony at the Murphy Center that celebrated the impacts women have - large and small - on East Carolina University and the world.
Ten inspiring women were honored April 13 in a ceremony at the Murphy Center that celebrated the impacts women have - large and small - on East Carolina University and the world.
 
State Rep. Larry Pittman (R-Cabarrus) has introduced a bill that ought to get some tongues wagging.
State Rep. Larry Pittman (R-Cabarrus) has introduced a bill that ought to get some tongues wagging.
 
"The fact of the matter is," said Gov. Pat McCrory two weeks ago, "if we don't have reasonable and reliable and low electric rates throughout North Carolina, we're not going to be successful in having the Carolina Comeback throughout North Carolina."
"The fact of the matter is," said Gov. Pat McCrory two weeks ago, "if we don't have reasonable and reliable and low electric rates throughout North Carolina, we're not going to be successful in having the Carolina Comeback throughout North Carolina."
 
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) submitted a letter to the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) today seeking voluntarily withdrawal of the inpatient treatment beds at Walter B. Jones Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center from participation in t
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) submitted a letter to the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) today seeking voluntarily withdrawal of the inpatient treatment beds at Walter B. Jones Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center from participation in t
 
Governor Pat McCrory issued the following statement after the announcement that Scott Ralls would be leaving his position as head of the North Carolina Community College System for the presidency of Northern Virginia Community College...
Governor Pat McCrory issued the following statement after the announcement that Scott Ralls would be leaving his position as head of the North Carolina Community College System for the presidency of Northern Virginia Community College...
 
For the parents who think data collection and privacy are not significant issues in our public schools, you might want to read HB 13. The bill has already been approved by the House and is working its way through the Senate. In brief the bill amends the current health assessment form requirement...
For the parents who think data collection and privacy are not significant issues in our public schools, you might want to read HB 13. The bill has already been approved by the House and is working its way through the Senate. In brief the bill amends the current health assessment form requirement...
 
I never thought I’d see the Democrat Party actually be able to get to the right of Republicans on taxes.
 
Mrs. Myrtle Rae Alligood, age 90, of 203 Hillcrest Dr., Washington, N.C., died at her home on Wednesday, April 15, 2015.
Mrs. Myrtle Rae Alligood, age 90, of 203 Hillcrest Dr., Washington, N.C., died at her home on Wednesday, April 15, 2015.
 
Mrs. Diane Robinson Smith, 53, of 340 E. 13th St., Washington, died Wednesday, April 15, 2015.
Mrs. Diane Robinson Smith, 53, of 340 E. 13th St., Washington, died Wednesday, April 15, 2015.
 
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