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Three years ago, Robbie and Caroline Delaney quit their jobs to become full-time rum distillers
Three years ago, Robbie and Caroline Delaney quit their jobs to become full-time rum distillers
 
Today, on the 72nd anniversary of D-Day, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) took the Senate floor to commemorate North Carolina's critical role in the Allied invasion of Normandy and the liberation of Europe during World War II.
Today, on the 72nd anniversary of D-Day, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) took the Senate floor to commemorate North Carolina's critical role in the Allied invasion of Normandy and the liberation of Europe during World War II.
 
Governor Pat McCrory vetoed Senate Bill 71 because it weakens environmental protections, delays water connections for well owners, ignores dam safety, hinders efforts to reuse coal ash and violates the state constitution
Governor Pat McCrory vetoed Senate Bill 71 because it weakens environmental protections, delays water connections for well owners, ignores dam safety, hinders efforts to reuse coal ash and violates the state constitution
 
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.
 
State Senator Bill Cook (R-District 1) voted today in support of the Senate version of the state budget, which cuts taxes, controls the growth of government spending, bolsters the state's savings, and dramatically increases teacher pay.
State Senator Bill Cook (R-District 1) voted today in support of the Senate version of the state budget, which cuts taxes, controls the growth of government spending, bolsters the state's savings, and dramatically increases teacher pay.
 
As Deborah Ross spends the day in Chicago for an EMILY's List conference, the North Carolina Republican Party (NCGOP) called on Ross to release her public schedule in the state
As Deborah Ross spends the day in Chicago for an EMILY's List conference, the North Carolina Republican Party (NCGOP) called on Ross to release her public schedule in the state
 
Unlike the dog, I am perfectly capable of typing my own column. After all I've spent plenty of time on Mom's keyboard, though until now, I've kept my typing talents secret.
Unlike the dog, I am perfectly capable of typing my own column. After all I've spent plenty of time on Mom's keyboard, though until now, I've kept my typing talents secret.
 
North Carolina has one of the most-polled electorates in the United States
North Carolina has one of the most-polled electorates in the United States
 
Every semester during my thirteen years of teaching at a liberal arts college, several senior year students would approach me and ask if I "knew of any jobs out there."
Every semester during my thirteen years of teaching at a liberal arts college, several senior year students would approach me and ask if I "knew of any jobs out there."
 
Two students successfully completed the Nurse Aide I program at Beaufort County Community College. Lovely Johnson of Chocowinity and Lisa Perez of Washington completed the night class program
Two students successfully completed the Nurse Aide I program at Beaufort County Community College. Lovely Johnson of Chocowinity and Lisa Perez of Washington completed the night class program
 
A couple dozen seventh and eight grade female students from three Pitt County schools recently participated in a Biomedical STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Workshop at the Brody School of Medicine.
A couple dozen seventh and eight grade female students from three Pitt County schools recently participated in a Biomedical STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Workshop at the Brody School of Medicine.
 
The ideological balance of the state Supreme Court could ride on the results of Tuesday's primary election, as incumbent Justice Bob Edmunds, the only Republican on the ballot, faces Democratic attorneys Mike Morgan and Daniel Robertson and unaffiliated attorney Sabra Faires, who has the endorsement
The ideological balance of the state Supreme Court could ride on the results of Tuesday's primary election, as incumbent Justice Bob Edmunds, the only Republican on the ballot, faces Democratic attorneys Mike Morgan and Daniel Robertson and unaffiliated attorney Sabra Faires, who has the endorsement
 
On June 2 and 3, 2016, the NC Senate passed the Sixth Edition of House Bill #1030, which is its version of the 2016 Appropriations Act. The two versions of the Budget bill have several important differences.
On June 2 and 3, 2016, the NC Senate passed the Sixth Edition of House Bill #1030, which is its version of the 2016 Appropriations Act. The two versions of the Budget bill have several important differences.
 
The House is scheduled to consider special school reform bill today, HB 1080. Rep. Rob Bryan (R-Mecklenburg) is championing legislation focused on giving our state more tools to help failing schools
The House is scheduled to consider special school reform bill today, HB 1080. Rep. Rob Bryan (R-Mecklenburg) is championing legislation focused on giving our state more tools to help failing schools
 
One of the more frequent excuses given for not voting is, "my vote won't really matter."
One of the more frequent excuses given for not voting is, "my vote won't really matter."
 
Governor Pat McCrory issued the following statement on the death of NC native soldier Rae'Lauren Gates, who was killed in a training accident in Texas
Governor Pat McCrory issued the following statement on the death of NC native soldier Rae'Lauren Gates, who was killed in a training accident in Texas
 
An East Carolina University researcher and colleagues at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have found broad support for raising the minimum age for tobacco sales in North Carolina and across the country
An East Carolina University researcher and colleagues at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have found broad support for raising the minimum age for tobacco sales in North Carolina and across the country
 
Early Friday morning, the state Senate approved its version of the $22.2 billion General Fund budget, setting the stage for negotiations with the House on a spending plan that legislative leaders hope will be completed before the new fiscal year begins on July 1.
Early Friday morning, the state Senate approved its version of the $22.2 billion General Fund budget, setting the stage for negotiations with the House on a spending plan that legislative leaders hope will be completed before the new fiscal year begins on July 1.
 
Political progressives aren't the only ones who see value in adding more "progressivity" to the state's personal income tax. A Republican-sponsored bill that won unanimous support last week in the N.C. Senate would accomplish that goal
Political progressives aren't the only ones who see value in adding more "progressivity" to the state's personal income tax. A Republican-sponsored bill that won unanimous support last week in the N.C. Senate would accomplish that goal
 
Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel Tyson Langhofer will be available for media interviews Thursday following a hearing in federal court in the lawsuit of a Christian student group against North Carolina State University
Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel Tyson Langhofer will be available for media interviews Thursday following a hearing in federal court in the lawsuit of a Christian student group against North Carolina State University
 
n 6-01-2016, Investigators with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Drug Unit arrested Gregory Reddick, 52 years of age, of 1012 Pierce Street in Washington.
n 6-01-2016, Investigators with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Drug Unit arrested Gregory Reddick, 52 years of age, of 1012 Pierce Street in Washington.
 
This past Wednesday, Attorney General Roy Cooper was the headliner at a fundraiser organized by the Sierra Club PAC, which has supported anti-jobs policies in North Carolina
This past Wednesday, Attorney General Roy Cooper was the headliner at a fundraiser organized by the Sierra Club PAC, which has supported anti-jobs policies in North Carolina
 
Businesses sometimes charge different customers different prices as a way to maximize revenue
Businesses sometimes charge different customers different prices as a way to maximize revenue
 
The Beaufort County Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a variety of issues in their General Meeting on Monday, June 6, 2016.
The Beaufort County Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a variety of issues in their General Meeting on Monday, June 6, 2016.
 
The state House on Thursday overwhelmingly passed a bill that would put the brakes on the Interstate 77 high-occupancy or toll lanes project in Mecklenburg and Iredell counties
The state House on Thursday overwhelmingly passed a bill that would put the brakes on the Interstate 77 high-occupancy or toll lanes project in Mecklenburg and Iredell counties
 
In a news story that is being ignored or relegated to the news media’s “scant coverage” file, a black, female judge is giving Hillary Clinton and her campaign minions and supporters agita with her latest ruling from the federal bench
In a news story that is being ignored or relegated to the news media’s “scant coverage” file, a black, female judge is giving Hillary Clinton and her campaign minions and supporters agita with her latest ruling from the federal bench
 
If you thought the debate over Common Core Standards was over; think again. It may be only starting - again
If you thought the debate over Common Core Standards was over; think again. It may be only starting - again
 
The North Carolina Republican Party (NCGOP) today released the following statement on the May jobs report...
The North Carolina Republican Party (NCGOP) today released the following statement on the May jobs report...
 
The Beaufort County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on June 6, 2016 at 5:30 PM at 112 W. 2nd St. , Washington, NC in the Superior Courtroom.
The Beaufort County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on June 6, 2016 at 5:30 PM at 112 W. 2nd St. , Washington, NC in the Superior Courtroom.
 
This is a story about how my wife outfoxed me.
 
Mr. Jerry "Buster" Eugene Woolard, Jr. age 44, a resident of 3023 N. Market St., Washington, died Saturday, June 4, 2016 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
Mr. Jerry "Buster" Eugene Woolard, Jr. age 44, a resident of 3023 N. Market St., Washington, died Saturday, June 4, 2016 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
 
On 5-26-2016, Investigators with the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Drug Unit arrested Milton Paul Albritton, 39 years of age, of 206 Harding Street in Washington.
On 5-26-2016, Investigators with the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Drug Unit arrested Milton Paul Albritton, 39 years of age, of 206 Harding Street in Washington.
 
Incumbent U.S. Reps. Renee Ellmers and George Holding share many core beliefs about what ails America, and offer similar solutions for some of those ills
Incumbent U.S. Reps. Renee Ellmers and George Holding share many core beliefs about what ails America, and offer similar solutions for some of those ills
 
From visiting Buddhist holy places to examining Peruvian culture in the Andean highlands, students at East Carolina University have a world of places and programs to explore through study abroad.
From visiting Buddhist holy places to examining Peruvian culture in the Andean highlands, students at East Carolina University have a world of places and programs to explore through study abroad.
 
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