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Dale Cole, current principal of Chocowinity Middle School, was approved as the new principal of Southside High School during the July 16 meeting of the Beaufort County Board of Education.
Published: Wednesday, July 17th, 2013 @ 6:37 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Governor Pat McCrory attended the swearing-in ceremony of the Governor's Advisory Council on Hispanic/Latino Affairs.
Published: Wednesday, July 17th, 2013 @ 2:13 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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The North Carolina Senate tentatively passed legislation Tuesday that simplifies the state’s 1930s Depression-era tax code, provides major tax relief to all North Carolinians and makes the state far more attractive to job-creating businesses.
Published: Tuesday, July 16th, 2013 @ 6:16 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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The victim reported that a known suspect drove away from the business without paying for services rendered. Deputies collected information and began an investigation.
Published: Tuesday, July 16th, 2013 @ 5:29 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Pactiv, LLC will expand manufacturing facilities in Lenoir and Iredell counties.
Published: Tuesday, July 16th, 2013 @ 2:42 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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I just wanted to write a quick note and thank you for your help in protecting county revenues during the General Assembly's tax reform effort. You have helped us achieve one of our top goals for this Legislative session.
Published: Tuesday, July 16th, 2013 @ 2:16 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Governor Pat McCrory, Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) and House Speaker Thom Tillis (R-Mecklenburg) announced late this afternoon they have reached a historic agreement on tax reform.
Published: Monday, July 15th, 2013 @ 9:27 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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While I am hardly a political animal - don't really have the time for it - I have, over the years, been rather astute in recognizing the obvious, especially the dubious moves of politicians. I see this odd behavior often from Democrats, and sadly, I now see it from some Republicans as well.
Published: Monday, July 15th, 2013 @ 9:16 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Wright Foods will be expanding its food processing and packaging operation in Montgomery County.
Published: Monday, July 15th, 2013 @ 7:32 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Another fitful night. A mom lies awake, listening helplessly as her child coughs and coughs. This mom knows tomorrow will be another day of school missed. Soccer practice missed.
Published: Monday, July 15th, 2013 @ 7:21 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Yes, it is true that Charles Hickman has declined the appointment to the Beaufort County Board of Elections. His letter has been received by the State Board of Elections and they are in the process of responding to it.
Published: Monday, July 15th, 2013 @ 3:44 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Governor McCrory announced the following appointments today.
Published: Monday, July 15th, 2013 @ 9:45 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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The North Carolina I'm leading today is on a powerful comeback. After just six months of problem-solving leadership and making the tough decisions that we were elected to do, there is significant movement on vital reforms to tax policy, energy, education, economic development and transportation.
Published: Sunday, July 14th, 2013 @ 5:21 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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"Citing Bela Fleck's nontraditional technique on banjo as an influence on his approach to the pans, Scales crafts time-slipping compositions drawing on the dissonant harmonies and angular melodies of Thelonious Monk, the experimental classicism of Igor Stravinsky, and the urban swagger of Kanye West
Published: Sunday, July 14th, 2013 @ 11:08 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Governor Pat McCrory signed the following bills into law today
Published: Saturday, July 13th, 2013 @ 10:11 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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On July 11, 2013, Investigators with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Drug Unit arrested William Logan Whichard, age 20, of 3028 Whichards Beach Rd. in Chocowinity and Danielle Alex Baker, age 20, of 1977 Hwy 102 in Chocowinity.
Published: Saturday, July 13th, 2013 @ 2:30 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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George Zimmerman may be the murderer of a fine young upstanding Black man, Trayvon Martin, or he may be the perfect foil for the racist race-baiters and poverty pimps; however, either way, I simply don't give a "rat's ass." Enough already.
Published: Saturday, July 13th, 2013 @ 12:28 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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"If the General Assembly sends me the Senate-approved bill (HB 695), I will veto it. If I get the House-passed bill (SB 353), I'll sign it,"
Published: Saturday, July 13th, 2013 @ 12:23 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Today, Friday July 12th, we had one new candidate to file - Bobby Roberson for Washington City Council.
Published: Saturday, July 13th, 2013 @ 11:39 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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The Critical Care Societies Collaborative, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), recently announced recipients of the 2013 National Awards Program to Recognize Achievements in Eliminating Health Care-Associated Infections (HAIs).
Published: Friday, July 12th, 2013 @ 11:44 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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As a result of the investigation, Investigator Jim Adams applied for and obtained warrants charging Pamela Sue Koonce, age 26, of Deer Track Drive in Washington with one count of Identity Theft and three counts of Obtaining Property by False Pretense.
Published: Friday, July 12th, 2013 @ 1:38 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Governor Pat McCrory announced the following appointments today.
Published: Friday, July 12th, 2013 @ 1:00 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Hopefully Chantal is a memory, however, we are keeping an eye on her remnants. We do have a very wet pattern developing for the next 72 hours and we must urge: “Be Weather Aware”.
Published: Thursday, July 11th, 2013 @ 10:41 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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As a result of the search Investigators seized 6 grams of crack-cocaine, crack-cocaine manufacturing material digitals scales and $720.00 in US currency from the residence. Investigators also seized a quantity of marijuana prepackaged for resale from one of the vehicles at the residence.
Published: Thursday, July 11th, 2013 @ 8:52 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Governor Pat McCrory announced today that financial assistance is available for survivors of the severe storms that struck Stanly and adjoining counties June 13.
Published: Thursday, July 11th, 2013 @ 1:20 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Unless significant changes and clarifications are made addressing our concerns that were clearly communicated by DHHS Secretary Aldona Wos, Governor Pat McCrory will veto the existing bill, HB 695, if it is passed by the House and Senate.
Published: Wednesday, July 10th, 2013 @ 2:59 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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If one is interested in what realistically passes for total Conservative political discourse in Beaufort County, one must visit the Conservative Republican Club, Thursday Night, July 11, 2013.
Published: Wednesday, July 10th, 2013 @ 1:50 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Goose Creek State Park calendar of events for the month of July, 2013.
Published: Wednesday, July 10th, 2013 @ 12:32 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Governor Pat McCrory joined Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Secretary Aldona Wos and DHHS CIO Joe Cooper today to visit the NCTracks call center and command center.
Published: Wednesday, July 10th, 2013 @ 10:59 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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On July 9, 2013, Monday, Washington police arrested Claude Melvin Griffin age 27 of Railroad Street Belhaven and seized over 6 ounces of marijuana.
Published: Wednesday, July 10th, 2013 @ 4:55 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Tom Richter filed today for Washington Park Mayor
Published: Wednesday, July 10th, 2013 @ 3:54 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Thanks to a Crime Stopper’s tip, Jefferson was arrested by the Shippensburg Police Department in Pennsylvania on July 8th. Jefferson will be extradited back to North Carolina.
Published: Tuesday, July 9th, 2013 @ 6:09 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that GE Aviation, a global leader in jet engine and aircraft system production, will be expanding its manufacturing operations at four facilities in North Carolina.
Published: Tuesday, July 9th, 2013 @ 6:08 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Since 1998, more than 500 children across the United States have died from heat stroke when unattended in a vehicle. Safe Kids Pitt County reminds caregivers to never leave children alone in cars.
Published: Tuesday, July 9th, 2013 @ 6:06 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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