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So far this year, we've had three state budget plans submitted by the three main actors in the drama: Gov. Pat McCrory, the North Carolina House, and the North Carolina Senate
So far this year, we've had three state budget plans submitted by the three main actors in the drama: Gov. Pat McCrory, the North Carolina House, and the North Carolina Senate
 
Well, it's over. For all the talk about the Trump Revolution and a desire to send The Establishment a message - we got very little action to support ANY of that.
Well, it's over. For all the talk about the Trump Revolution and a desire to send The Establishment a message - we got very little action to support ANY of that.
 
New employment data shows the unemployment rate has fallen in all 100 counties since Governor Pat McCrory entered office in January 2013
New employment data shows the unemployment rate has fallen in all 100 counties since Governor Pat McCrory entered office in January 2013
 
The following exciting classes and seminars are available through the Continuing Education Department at BCCC
The following exciting classes and seminars are available through the Continuing Education Department at BCCC
 
Mr. Marshall James "Mike" Stepps, Jr., age 74, a resident of Washington died Wednesday June 8, 2016 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
Mr. Marshall James "Mike" Stepps, Jr., age 74, a resident of Washington died Wednesday June 8, 2016 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital.
 
Mr. Mallory K. Steehler, age 67, a resident of Washington, NC passed away Thursday, June 9, 2016.
Mr. Mallory K. Steehler, age 67, a resident of Washington, NC passed away Thursday, June 9, 2016.
 
Jefferson Davis' worse fears came true. The big government of Abraham Lincoln, the greatest tyrant our country has ever known, has co-opted and crafted the "great lie" of why our country fought the Civil War.
Jefferson Davis' worse fears came true. The big government of Abraham Lincoln, the greatest tyrant our country has ever known, has co-opted and crafted the "great lie" of why our country fought the Civil War.
 
Opponents of the proposed high-occupancy-or-toll lane project along Interstate 77 sense a bit of momentum after a bill ordering the N.C. Department of Transportation to cancel the project's contract overwhelmingly passed the House
Opponents of the proposed high-occupancy-or-toll lane project along Interstate 77 sense a bit of momentum after a bill ordering the N.C. Department of Transportation to cancel the project's contract overwhelmingly passed the House
 
Many view regulations as a nuisance to life in this country, or an outright infringement on our rights. These people are clearly delusional
Many view regulations as a nuisance to life in this country, or an outright infringement on our rights. These people are clearly delusional
 
While debate over using state tax money for light-rail projects continues, a news story is pointing out more clearly than ever that light-rail is already a thing of the past
While debate over using state tax money for light-rail projects continues, a news story is pointing out more clearly than ever that light-rail is already a thing of the past
 
The Council of State unanimously approved a resolution today for the issuance and sale of $200 million in bonds to support the Connect NC investments in our state's education, parks, National Guard, and water and sewer infrastructure
The Council of State unanimously approved a resolution today for the issuance and sale of $200 million in bonds to support the Connect NC investments in our state's education, parks, National Guard, and water and sewer infrastructure
 
Noah Phipps was awarded the Basics of Criminal Justice certificate from Beaufort County Community College
Noah Phipps was awarded the Basics of Criminal Justice certificate from Beaufort County Community College
 
The North Carolina Republican Party (NCGOP) Executive Director Dallas Woodhouse released the following statement on the special primary election
The North Carolina Republican Party (NCGOP) Executive Director Dallas Woodhouse released the following statement on the special primary election
 
Mr. William Henry "Mr. Bill" Trankle, age 85, a resident of Washington, NC stepped over to the next and final level of his glorious LIFE on Saturday June 4, 2016 at Vidant Beaufort Hospital
Mr. William Henry "Mr. Bill" Trankle, age 85, a resident of Washington, NC stepped over to the next and final level of his glorious LIFE on 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.
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.
 
A new training course and flight simulator used by U.S. Army and Air Force cadets at East Carolina University is helping develop the nation's future military leaders.
A new training course and flight simulator used by U.S. Army and Air Force cadets at East Carolina University is helping develop the nation's future military leaders.
 
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.
 
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