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As the nation collectively reels and mourns the heinous, wicked tragedy of at least twenty-seven lives lost because of an evil act of hate in a Texas church, we find ourselves once again factionalizing and staring down those on the other side of the gun debate
As the nation collectively reels and mourns the heinous, wicked tragedy of at least twenty-seven lives lost because of an evil act of hate in a Texas church, we find ourselves once again factionalizing and staring down those on the other side of the gun debate
 
The sun did not cast a shadow today. I wore a coat on Thursday-and I was not sorry for that.
The sun did not cast a shadow today. I wore a coat on Thursday-and I was not sorry for that.
 
I ask the Congress to consider the enclosed Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 Budget amendments for the Department of Defense (DOD).
I ask the Congress to consider the enclosed Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 Budget amendments for the Department of Defense (DOD).
 
Before becoming the board chair of N.C. Connections Academy, Bridget Phifer was a parent of a student enrolled in the virtual charter school
Before becoming the board chair of N.C. Connections Academy, Bridget Phifer was a parent of a student enrolled in the virtual charter school
 
Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) issued the following statement after the Senate Finance Committee released its tax reform proposal, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) issued the following statement after the Senate Finance Committee released its tax reform proposal, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
 
North Carolinians would experience large gains in after-tax income under the tax-reform bill released last week in Washington, according to an initial analysis by the nonpartisan Tax Foundation
North Carolinians would experience large gains in after-tax income under the tax-reform bill released last week in Washington, according to an initial analysis by the nonpartisan Tax Foundation
 
The best and the worst of Americans are revealed in the aftermath of the horrendous sutherland Springs massacre.
 
"For almost 60 years, our alliance has endured as a cornerstone of sovereignty, security, and prosperity for our nations, this region, and indeed the world." - President Donald J. Trump
"For almost 60 years, our alliance has endured as a cornerstone of sovereignty, security, and prosperity for our nations, this region, and indeed the world." - President Donald J. Trump
 
We are coming up on the one year anniversary of the election of President Donald J Trump. A man that, in many ways, typifies America.
We are coming up on the one year anniversary of the election of President Donald J Trump. A man that, in many ways, typifies America.
 
State Treasurer Dale Folwell announced an investment switch Tuesday that would move billions from the state retirement system to internal control
State Treasurer Dale Folwell announced an investment switch Tuesday that would move billions from the state retirement system to internal control
 
On Monday, N.C. Superintendent of Public Instruction Mark Johnson announced and awarded this year's school infrastructure grants from the new Needs-Based Public School Capital Fund to four counties - two of which are in my district, Gates and Camden
On Monday, N.C. Superintendent of Public Instruction Mark Johnson announced and awarded this year's school infrastructure grants from the new Needs-Based Public School Capital Fund to four counties - two of which are in my district, Gates and Camden
 
A unanimous three-judge panel of the N.C. Court of Appeals has upheld a state law giving the Senate the authority to provide “advice and consent” on Gov. Roy Cooper’s Cabinet appointments
A unanimous three-judge panel of the N.C. Court of Appeals has upheld a state law giving the Senate the authority to provide “advice and consent” on Gov. Roy Cooper’s Cabinet appointments
 
North Carolina Senators Thom Tillis and Richard Burr applauded the Senate for unanimously confirming the nomination of Matthew Martin as U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of North Carolina
North Carolina Senators Thom Tillis and Richard Burr applauded the Senate for unanimously confirming the nomination of Matthew Martin as U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of North Carolina
 
Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and families of today's murderous attack in Sutherland Springs, Texas.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and families of today's murderous attack in Sutherland Springs, Texas.
 
The Charlotte Observer reported last week that enrollment in the Charlotte Mecklenburg School District had increased by only about 200 students over the previous year
The Charlotte Observer reported last week that enrollment in the Charlotte Mecklenburg School District had increased by only about 200 students over the previous year
 
Governor Roy Cooper visited Walter M. Williams High School in Alamance County today to announce a $2 million grant to support college and career readiness programs in middle and high schools through Communities In Schools of North Carolina
Governor Roy Cooper visited Walter M. Williams High School in Alamance County today to announce a $2 million grant to support college and career readiness programs in middle and high schools through Communities In Schools of North Carolina
 
It is a quiet afternoon at the rabbit patch-an unfamiliar kind of quiet. There was no "Sunday Dinner" as daddy did not feel well this morning.
It is a quiet afternoon at the rabbit patch-an unfamiliar kind of quiet. There was no "Sunday Dinner" as daddy did not feel well this morning.
 
Mr. William "Billy" Metrue Daniels III, age 59, a resident of Belhaven, NC died Tuesday November 7, 2017 at his home
Mr. William "Billy" Metrue Daniels III, age 59, a resident of Belhaven, NC died Tuesday November 7, 2017 at his home
 
Mr. James Norman "Jim" Richardson, age 82, of Bath, died Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville
Mr. James Norman "Jim" Richardson, age 82, of Bath, died Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville
 
Mr. Michael Wayne Nobles, age 52, a resident of 3392 River Road, Washington died Tuesday morning, November 7, 2017 at his home
Mr. Michael Wayne Nobles, age 52, a resident of 3392 River Road, Washington died Tuesday morning, November 7, 2017 at his home
 
Ms. Peggy C. Laming, age 93, a resident of Plymouth, NC died Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at her residence
Ms. Peggy C. Laming, age 93, a resident of Plymouth, NC died Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at her residence
 
Mr. Jerry Latham Ward, age 79, a resident of Cowan Street, Washington, NC died Saturday, November 4, 2017 at his residence
Mr. Jerry Latham Ward, age 79, a resident of Cowan Street, Washington, NC died Saturday, November 4, 2017 at his residence
 
Harvard history professor Jill LePore tells this story. She was hosting an event in her home for new students, promoting the university's history and literature program. One of the students there was suddenly distracted by urgent text messages from her parents telling her, "Leave right now, get out
Harvard history professor Jill LePore tells this story. She was hosting an event in her home for new students, promoting the university's history and literature program. One of the students there was suddenly distracted by urgent text messages from her parents telling her, "Leave right now, get out
 
Operation Gratitude takes over the Veteran's Day Freeboot Friday. The November 10th event will welcome Greenville musicians, Built for Comfort, to close out the last event of Freeboot's 18th season
Operation Gratitude takes over the Veteran's Day Freeboot Friday. The November 10th event will welcome Greenville musicians, Built for Comfort, to close out the last event of Freeboot's 18th season
 
So much for those who want to vilify the NRA in the wake of the Texas massacre in Sutherland Springs, Texas, on Sunday: Stephen Willeford, the man who shot and chased the man who killed 26 people in a Texas church, is an NRA instructor.
So much for those who want to vilify the NRA in the wake of the Texas massacre in Sutherland Springs, Texas, on Sunday: Stephen Willeford, the man who shot and chased the man who killed 26 people in a Texas church, is an NRA instructor.
 
Today, President Donald J. Trump nominated Jerome H. Powell of Maryland to be Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System for a term of four years beginning February 3, 2018.
Today, President Donald J. Trump nominated Jerome H. Powell of Maryland to be Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System for a term of four years beginning February 3, 2018.
 
Tourism is a major revenue generator in North Carolina, creating more than 200,000 jobs and contributing almost $23 billion to our economy
Tourism is a major revenue generator in North Carolina, creating more than 200,000 jobs and contributing almost $23 billion to our economy
 
While state officials say they are not aware that CSX has changed its plans to build a $272 million rail hub in Edgecombe County, a company spokesman says new leaders at the rail giant are reviewing all planned projects
While state officials say they are not aware that CSX has changed its plans to build a $272 million rail hub in Edgecombe County, a company spokesman says new leaders at the rail giant are reviewing all planned projects
 
Yesterday, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, joined Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) to introduce bipartisan legislation to help families locate missing loved ones with Alzheimer's disease, autism and related conditions
Yesterday, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, joined Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) to introduce bipartisan legislation to help families locate missing loved ones with Alzheimer's disease, autism and related conditions
 
Jones is a Democrat and a patriot. His priorities include education, healthcare, the environment, equality and fair wages.
Jones is a Democrat and a patriot. His priorities include education, healthcare, the environment, equality and fair wages.
 
State Superintendent Mark Johnson announced today that Camden, Clay, Gates, and Jones counties will receive a combined $30 million in grants through the Needs-Based Public School Capital Fund
State Superintendent Mark Johnson announced today that Camden, Clay, Gates, and Jones counties will receive a combined $30 million in grants through the Needs-Based Public School Capital Fund
 
On Monday, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo - a man who once said that "extreme conservatives" aren't welcome in his state - lashed out at anyone who isn't a professional member of the clergy but deigned to pray for the victims of a mass shooting in Sutherland Springs, Texas. He
On Monday, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo - a man who once said that "extreme conservatives" aren't welcome in his state - lashed out at anyone who isn't a professional member of the clergy but deigned to pray for the victims of a mass shooting in Sutherland Springs, Texas. He
 
Today, President Donald J. Trump announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to be United States Attorney. The United States Attorney serves as the chief Federal law enforcement officer within his or her Federal judicial district.
Today, President Donald J. Trump announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to be United States Attorney. The United States Attorney serves as the chief Federal law enforcement officer within his or her Federal judicial district.
 
Governor Roy Cooper today encouraged North Carolinians who do not have health insurance coverage to enroll for 2018 through the Health Insurance Marketplace at HealthCare.gov
Governor Roy Cooper today encouraged North Carolinians who do not have health insurance coverage to enroll for 2018 through the Health Insurance Marketplace at HealthCare.gov
 
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