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The General Assembly on Friday approved a broad array of electoral changes including a separate June 7 congressional primary and new congressional district boundaries before adjourning the two-day special session Gov. Pat McCrory had called.
The General Assembly on Friday approved a broad array of electoral changes including a separate June 7 congressional primary and new congressional district boundaries before adjourning the two-day special session Gov. Pat McCrory had called.
 
Thanks to the "try before you buy" approach at North Carolina's Innovation Center (iCenter), the N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries will soon have a new computer system that is $5 million less expensive than estimates for similar systems.
Thanks to the "try before you buy" approach at North Carolina's Innovation Center (iCenter), the N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries will soon have a new computer system that is $5 million less expensive than estimates for similar systems.
 
Since Elections fever is in the air, I thought I would pass along this explanation of why Bureaucracies never die.
Since Elections fever is in the air, I thought I would pass along this explanation of why Bureaucracies never die.
 
It is beginning to occur in spurts rather than sputters - BCN improving upon its past in popularity, and in a successive manner.
It is beginning to occur in spurts rather than sputters - BCN improving upon its past in popularity, and in a successive manner.
 
A legislative oversight committee on Monday delayed recommending changes in supplemental state employee insurance benefits after members could not agree whether to reform the current system or overhaul it.
A legislative oversight committee on Monday delayed recommending changes in supplemental state employee insurance benefits after members could not agree whether to reform the current system or overhaul it.
 
There's a sobering reality confronting North Carolina and the rest of the nation: addiction to opioids has been skyrocketing and is now at the point of being a full-blown epidemic
There's a sobering reality confronting North Carolina and the rest of the nation: addiction to opioids has been skyrocketing and is now at the point of being a full-blown epidemic
 
Governor Pat McCrory wrapped up his Super Bowl wager by donning Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper's Denver Broncos jersey at the National Governors Association, and then promptly returning it
Governor Pat McCrory wrapped up his Super Bowl wager by donning Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper's Denver Broncos jersey at the National Governors Association, and then promptly returning it
 
Mrs. Annette Joyce Pipkin, age 81, a resident of 1490 Wall Mills Road, Aurora, N.C. died Sunday, February 21, 2016 at her home surrounded by her family.
Mrs. Annette Joyce Pipkin, age 81, a resident of 1490 Wall Mills Road, Aurora, N.C. died Sunday, February 21, 2016 at her home surrounded by her family.
 
Mrs. Laura Inez Tripp Hudson, age 97, a resident of 416 Bay Drive, Washington, NC and a former resident of Vanceboro died Friday February 19, 2016 in Washington.
Mrs. Laura Inez Tripp Hudson, age 97, a resident of 416 Bay Drive, Washington, NC and a former resident of Vanceboro died Friday February 19, 2016 in Washington.
 
Mrs. Jean Campbell Uhr, age 74, a resident of Chocowinity, died Thursday, February 18, 2016 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.
Mrs. Jean Campbell Uhr, age 74, a resident of Chocowinity, died Thursday, February 18, 2016 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.
 
Benjamin Carlyle Williamson, age 87, a resident of Kinston, NC, passed away Wednesday February 17, 2016 at Willow Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Home.
Benjamin Carlyle Williamson, age 87, a resident of Kinston, NC, passed away Wednesday February 17, 2016 at Willow Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Home.
 
Every time I turn on the news, I hear about a very mild virus that is moving into the United States from South America.
Every time I turn on the news, I hear about a very mild virus that is moving into the United States from South America.
 
Our Founding Fathers remind us that that the Constitution was subordinate to the Principles and Rights enshrined in our Declaration of Independence. The Individual trumps government.
Our Founding Fathers remind us that that the Constitution was subordinate to the Principles and Rights enshrined in our Declaration of Independence. The Individual trumps government.
 
Governor Pat McCrory led an educational discussion about Connect NC today at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Governor McCrory is the first governor to visit the UNCSA campus in more than 10-years. The conversation focused on what the bond would bring to UNCSA and the Triad...
Governor Pat McCrory led an educational discussion about Connect NC today at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Governor McCrory is the first governor to visit the UNCSA campus in more than 10-years. The conversation focused on what the bond would bring to UNCSA and the Triad...
 
Two leading legislative critics of tax incentives to the renewable energy industry have not taken issue with an unusual new program used by Duke Energy Progress allowing high-consumption electricity customers using traditional energy to claim their plants are powered by renewable sources
Two leading legislative critics of tax incentives to the renewable energy industry have not taken issue with an unusual new program used by Duke Energy Progress allowing high-consumption electricity customers using traditional energy to claim their plants are powered by renewable sources
 
This election is too important to be left to the political class.
 
Governor Pat McCrory paid respects to the late U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonin Scalia today as his body lay in repose in the Great Hall of the Supreme Court.
Governor Pat McCrory paid respects to the late U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonin Scalia today as his body lay in repose in the Great Hall of the Supreme Court.
 
We lost a great man this weekend. He was one of the few souls left in our nation's capital who still believed our Constitution is worth respecting and paying attention to.
We lost a great man this weekend. He was one of the few souls left in our nation's capital who still believed our Constitution is worth respecting and paying attention to.
 
The U.S. Supreme Court today put on hold the Obama administration's federal power plan that would increase North Carolina power bills by an estimated 22 percent and threaten economic growth. Today's ruling sends a strong signal that the petitioning states, which include North Carolina, will...
The U.S. Supreme Court today put on hold the Obama administration's federal power plan that would increase North Carolina power bills by an estimated 22 percent and threaten economic growth. Today's ruling sends a strong signal that the petitioning states, which include North Carolina, will...
 
A Good Idea Is Always A Good Idea...But Don't hold Your Breath
 
Greenville's St. Patrick's Day Celebration will kick off Saturday, March 12, at 11:00am in Uptown Greenville.
 
If a three-judge federal court panel does not freeze its order to redraw a new congressional election map by Feb. 19 the result would be voter confusion, inability to protect the integrity of the electoral process, suppressed voter and candidate turnout, and more than $12 million of increased taxpay
If a three-judge federal court panel does not freeze its order to redraw a new congressional election map by Feb. 19 the result would be voter confusion, inability to protect the integrity of the electoral process, suppressed voter and candidate turnout, and more than $12 million of increased taxpay
 
The controversy and debate surrounding memorials and building names, and the role they play in shaping our collective memory and understanding of history, have played out in recent years locally, nationwide and even globally.
The controversy and debate surrounding memorials and building names, and the role they play in shaping our collective memory and understanding of history, have played out in recent years locally, nationwide and even globally.
 
This week the Vietnam Veterans of America thanked Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) for cosponsoring H.R. 1769 - the Toxic Exposure Research Act.
This week the Vietnam Veterans of America thanked Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) for cosponsoring H.R. 1769 - the Toxic Exposure Research Act.
 
The College of The Albemarle COAST Players are producing the classic story of Oliver! at the Performing Arts Center in Elizabeth City, February 25 — March 6. The cast is made up of 50 talented actors. The musical is being directed by Jeffrey Emmerich, drama director, and Associate Professor...
The College of The Albemarle COAST Players are producing the classic story of Oliver! at the Performing Arts Center in Elizabeth City, February 25 — March 6. The cast is made up of 50 talented actors. The musical is being directed by Jeffrey Emmerich, drama director, and Associate Professor...
 
State Senate leader Phil Berger, R-Rockingham, said he is "alarmed" that the state Department of Public Instruction and State Board of Education agreed, possibly in violation of state open meetings laws and legislative requirements, to shift funds intended to help children learn to read into maintai
State Senate leader Phil Berger, R-Rockingham, said he is "alarmed" that the state Department of Public Instruction and State Board of Education agreed, possibly in violation of state open meetings laws and legislative requirements, to shift funds intended to help children learn to read into maintai
 
Transportation planners on Monday told a House committee that the cumulative gap between anticipated revenues and projected spending through 2040 would be about $60 billion
Transportation planners on Monday told a House committee that the cumulative gap between anticipated revenues and projected spending through 2040 would be about $60 billion
 
Governor Pat McCrory's commitment to supporting veterans, and making sure their skills and talent remain in North Carolina, will be reinforced on Friday at an information technology (IT) job fair at Fort Bragg
Governor Pat McCrory's commitment to supporting veterans, and making sure their skills and talent remain in North Carolina, will be reinforced on Friday at an information technology (IT) job fair at Fort Bragg
 
Rick Henderson, Carolina Journal managing editor, assesses the reaction among voter ID critics to recent changes to North Carolina's new voter ID law
Rick Henderson, Carolina Journal managing editor, assesses the reaction among voter ID critics to recent changes to North Carolina's new voter ID law
 
Recently I saw on TV where our old Liberal friends in New York are on a tear about excess salt in our food.
Recently I saw on TV where our old Liberal friends in New York are on a tear about excess salt in our food.
 
The Emerging Issues Forum always puts a microscope on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead and this year's event was no exception.
The Emerging Issues Forum always puts a microscope on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead and this year's event was no exception.
 
Governor Pat McCrory facilitated an educational panel discussion today at UNC-Chapel Hill to discuss the Connect NC bond investments in the university and the region
Governor Pat McCrory facilitated an educational panel discussion today at UNC-Chapel Hill to discuss the Connect NC bond investments in the university and the region
 
The North Carolina Republican Party (NCGOP) released the following statement on the newly proposed Congressional districts
The North Carolina Republican Party (NCGOP) released the following statement on the newly proposed Congressional districts
 
Today, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced the first case of Zika virus infection in a North Carolina resident
Today, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced the first case of Zika virus infection in a North Carolina resident
 
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