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Lawmakers created "a pretty good fix" to a growing concern that school districts were bypassing the intent of a state law granting educational vouchers to disabled students to attend private schools, said House Budget Committee Vice Chairman Rep. Rob Bryan.
Lawmakers created "a pretty good fix" to a growing concern that school districts were bypassing the intent of a state law granting educational vouchers to disabled students to attend private schools, said House Budget Committee Vice Chairman Rep. Rob Bryan.
 
Yesterday, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) delivered a speech on the Senate floor expressing disappointment over the Senate's failure to advance the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act.
Yesterday, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) delivered a speech on the Senate floor expressing disappointment over the Senate's failure to advance the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act.
 
Donald Stephen Wadase, age 81, a resident of Washington, NC passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC.
Donald Stephen Wadase, age 81, a resident of Washington, NC passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC.
 
Mrs. Bonnie Bell Bland Ellison, age 77, a resident of Market Street Extension, Washington, died Monday, September 21, 2015 at her home.
Mrs. Bonnie Bell Bland Ellison, age 77, a resident of Market Street Extension, Washington, died Monday, September 21, 2015 at her home.
 
Thomas Norfleet Russ, age 56, a resident of 50 Swamp Road Pantego, NC died Monday September 21, 2015 at his home.
Thomas Norfleet Russ, age 56, a resident of 50 Swamp Road Pantego, NC died Monday September 21, 2015 at his home.
 
I have no doubt that there are many today who disagree about what America represents, but it was a country established on ideals which we have yet to fulfill.
I have no doubt that there are many today who disagree about what America represents, but it was a country established on ideals which we have yet to fulfill.
 
Whether it's a matter of studying for a particular class or test, or getting help with technology like email or Blackboard, Beaufort County Community College's all-new Learning Enhancement Center (LEC) is a one-stop shop for students to get the assistance they need.
Whether it's a matter of studying for a particular class or test, or getting help with technology like email or Blackboard, Beaufort County Community College's all-new Learning Enhancement Center (LEC) is a one-stop shop for students to get the assistance they need.
 
Think politics has taken a nasty turn? You're certainly not alone. Too many politicians and activists resort too often to personal insults and the character assassination of their adversaries rather than crafting, articulating, and defending a substantive agenda for addressing difficult issues...
Think politics has taken a nasty turn? You're certainly not alone. Too many politicians and activists resort too often to personal insults and the character assassination of their adversaries rather than crafting, articulating, and defending a substantive agenda for addressing difficult issues...
 
Today Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) joined his colleague Congressman Don Young of Alaska in cosponsoring H.R. 330, the Marine Access and State Transparency (MAST) Act.
Today Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) joined his colleague Congressman Don Young of Alaska in cosponsoring H.R. 330, the Marine Access and State Transparency (MAST) Act.
 
If you thought North Carolina was alone when it came to tardy budgets, think again. North Carolina joined Alabama and New Hampshire in passing budgets late last week. Now there are only two states left in the country without budgets, Illinois and Pennsylvania.
If you thought North Carolina was alone when it came to tardy budgets, think again. North Carolina joined Alabama and New Hampshire in passing budgets late last week. Now there are only two states left in the country without budgets, Illinois and Pennsylvania.
 
Governor Pat McCrory has proclaimed September as North Carolina Preparedness Month and is encouraging North Carolina families, businesses and schools to be aware and prepare for all types of emergencies.
Governor Pat McCrory has proclaimed September as North Carolina Preparedness Month and is encouraging North Carolina families, businesses and schools to be aware and prepare for all types of emergencies.
 
As I write this the BOEM (Bureau of Energy Management) is advocating for our offshore oil in the depths of the Graveyard of the Atlantic and adjacent to both the Outer Banks and Gulf Stream.
As I write this the BOEM (Bureau of Energy Management) is advocating for our offshore oil in the depths of the Graveyard of the Atlantic and adjacent to both the Outer Banks and Gulf Stream.
 
Athalia Alligood Gravely Howerin, age 89, formerly of River Acres, passed away on September 20, 2015 at River Trace in Washington, NC.
Athalia Alligood Gravely Howerin, age 89, formerly of River Acres, passed away on September 20, 2015 at River Trace in Washington, NC.
 
Mrs. Bonnie Bell Ellison, age 77, a resident of Market Street Extension, Washington, died Monday, September 21, 2015 at her home.
Mrs. Bonnie Bell Ellison, age 77, a resident of Market Street Extension, Washington, died Monday, September 21, 2015 at her home.
 
Supporters of East Carolina University gave a record-breaking $39 million in commitments in the 2014-15 year to benefit scholarships, faculty resources, programs, research, facilities, health care, athletics and more.
Supporters of East Carolina University gave a record-breaking $39 million in commitments in the 2014-15 year to benefit scholarships, faculty resources, programs, research, facilities, health care, athletics and more.
 
After Navy boot camp, I attended Tech school with half Marine students and a few Marine instructors and on ship they provided Brig (jail) guards.
After Navy boot camp, I attended Tech school with half Marine students and a few Marine instructors and on ship they provided Brig (jail) guards.
 
It appears that The N&O's Colin Campbell is competing with Rob Christensen for this year's "Laziest PoS in the Newsroom" title. So far, the competition looks quite,um, heated.
It appears that The N&O's Colin Campbell is competing with Rob Christensen for this year's "Laziest PoS in the Newsroom" title. So far, the competition looks quite,um, heated.
 
Governor Pat McCrory, N.C. Commerce Secretary John E. Skvarla, III, and the Economic Development Partnership of N.C. announced today that North State Aviation will open an aircraft maintenance center at the North Carolina Global TransPark in Lenoir County, creating 109 new jobs over the next two...
Governor Pat McCrory, N.C. Commerce Secretary John E. Skvarla, III, and the Economic Development Partnership of N.C. announced today that North State Aviation will open an aircraft maintenance center at the North Carolina Global TransPark in Lenoir County, creating 109 new jobs over the next two...
 
In the series "Cut This, Go Home," several items that should have been eliminated from the budget were highlighted to facilitate the budget's passage and to enable legislators to go home sooner.
In the series "Cut This, Go Home," several items that should have been eliminated from the budget were highlighted to facilitate the budget's passage and to enable legislators to go home sooner.
 
Today, the North Carolina Republican Party slammed State Senator Josh Stein as he announced a campaign to succeed his former boss and Democrat candidate for governor, Roy Cooper.
Today, the North Carolina Republican Party slammed State Senator Josh Stein as he announced a campaign to succeed his former boss and Democrat candidate for governor, Roy Cooper.
 
In each county in North Carolina, the sheriff and board of county commissioners share responsibility for the jail.
In each county in North Carolina, the sheriff and board of county commissioners share responsibility for the jail.
 
Mr. Charles Braxton "Chuck" Windley, Jr., age 63, a resident of 17138 U.S. Hwy. 264 E. Pinetown, NC died peacefully Friday September 18, 2015 at his home.
Mr. Charles Braxton "Chuck" Windley, Jr., age 63, a resident of 17138 U.S. Hwy. 264 E. Pinetown, NC died peacefully Friday September 18, 2015 at his home.
 
Athalia Alligood Gravely Howerin, age 89, a resident of Washington, NC passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2015 at River Trace Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced at a later date.
Athalia Alligood Gravely Howerin, age 89, a resident of Washington, NC passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2015 at River Trace Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced at a later date.
 
Jimmy Ray Tripp, Jr., age 65, a resident of Grimesland, NC passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC. A celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 24, 2015 in the chapel of Hillside Funeral Service and visitation will be...
Jimmy Ray Tripp, Jr., age 65, a resident of Grimesland, NC passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC. A celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 24, 2015 in the chapel of Hillside Funeral Service and visitation will be...
 
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.
 
Governor Pat McCrory hosted active duty, reserve and guard members' and their families at the Governor's Western Residence on Saturday to celebrate Military Family Appreciation Day. The event included lunch, live music performances, professional family photos and various activities for kids.
Governor Pat McCrory hosted active duty, reserve and guard members' and their families at the Governor's Western Residence on Saturday to celebrate Military Family Appreciation Day. The event included lunch, live music performances, professional family photos and various activities for kids.
 
After nearly eight months of lengthy and heated discussion, Republican leaders in the North Carolina Senate and House have come to a consensus on a $21.7 billion state budget for the next two years. Since education comprises the single biggest item in the state budget, there is a lot of interest...
After nearly eight months of lengthy and heated discussion, Republican leaders in the North Carolina Senate and House have come to a consensus on a $21.7 billion state budget for the next two years. Since education comprises the single biggest item in the state budget, there is a lot of interest...
 
Back during the CB craze almost every city had a CB handle. Tampa was the Cigar City and probably still is, but its biggest cigar producer closed down in 2009.
Back during the CB craze almost every city had a CB handle. Tampa was the Cigar City and probably still is, but its biggest cigar producer closed down in 2009.
 
Well, this ad popped up during the most recent televised GOP presidential debate — making it clear that North Carolina’s Second Congressional District GOP primary will be just as much of a media circus.
Well, this ad popped up during the most recent televised GOP presidential debate — making it clear that North Carolina’s Second Congressional District GOP primary will be just as much of a media circus.
 
Legislative election law writers continue working toward having a combined primary on March 15, 2016, allowing voters to cast ballots for president and nominate their party favorites for other statewide and local offices.
Legislative election law writers continue working toward having a combined primary on March 15, 2016, allowing voters to cast ballots for president and nominate their party favorites for other statewide and local offices.
 
Judge James L. Baker was sworn in today as the third Republican member of the bipartisan State Board of Elections.
Judge James L. Baker was sworn in today as the third Republican member of the bipartisan State Board of Elections.
 
After an 80-day extension costing taxpayers well over $1 million, the North Carolina House and Senate chambers have finally reached a tentative budget agreement with a price tag of roughly $22 billion - a fiscally conservative budget considering that spending increased by only 3.1 percent which...
After an 80-day extension costing taxpayers well over $1 million, the North Carolina House and Senate chambers have finally reached a tentative budget agreement with a price tag of roughly $22 billion - a fiscally conservative budget considering that spending increased by only 3.1 percent which...
 
Uptown Greenville and The United Way of Pitt County proudly announce the groundbreaking of the Live United Courtyard on Monday, September 21 at 11:00am.
Uptown Greenville and The United Way of Pitt County proudly announce the groundbreaking of the Live United Courtyard on Monday, September 21 at 11:00am.
 
Governor Pat McCrory signed today a $21.735 billion state budget that supports his agenda as proposed in his State of the State address and in his budget proposal submitted in March.
Governor Pat McCrory signed today a $21.735 billion state budget that supports his agenda as proposed in his State of the State address and in his budget proposal submitted in March.
 
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