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A continual examination of news and events that affect other locations, as well as Beaufort County in a related sense.

Governor Pat McCrory issued the following statement after the North Carolina Supreme Court ruling in McCrory v. Berger...
Governor Pat McCrory issued the following statement after the North Carolina Supreme Court ruling in McCrory v. Berger...
 
More military veterans are choosing to make North Carolina their home, thanks, in part, to efforts by Governor Pat McCrory to make North Carolina the most veteran friendly state in the nation.
More military veterans are choosing to make North Carolina their home, thanks, in part, to efforts by Governor Pat McCrory to make North Carolina the most veteran friendly state in the nation.
 
Today, the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee approved a "megabus" bill (S.425) that includes three bipartisan bills introduced by Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) aimed at improving educational opportunities for veterans and their families. On Veterans Day, two of these bills were endorsed by...
Today, the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee approved a "megabus" bill (S.425) that includes three bipartisan bills introduced by Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) aimed at improving educational opportunities for veterans and their families. On Veterans Day, two of these bills were endorsed by...
 
Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, applauded the Committee's passage of the Defend Trade Secrets Act, of which he is an original cosponsor.
Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, applauded the Committee's passage of the Defend Trade Secrets Act, of which he is an original cosponsor.
 
Governor Pat McCrory announced today the state has accepted a $1.5 million offer on the 147-year-old Heck-Andrews House, a result of the governor's Project Phoenix revitalization program. The sale will be considered for final approval by the Council of State next Tuesday.
Governor Pat McCrory announced today the state has accepted a $1.5 million offer on the 147-year-old Heck-Andrews House, a result of the governor's Project Phoenix revitalization program. The sale will be considered for final approval by the Council of State next Tuesday.
 
Governor Pat McCrory joined 28 states in asking the U.S. Supreme Court to halt the Environmental Protection Agency's federal power plan while a legal challenge makes its way through the lower courts.
Governor Pat McCrory joined 28 states in asking the U.S. Supreme Court to halt the Environmental Protection Agency's federal power plan while a legal challenge makes its way through the lower courts.
 
Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) has joined a bipartisan group of Senators to designate the week of January 24-30, 2016 as "National School Choice Week" and recognize that a diversity of choices in K-12 education helps meet the individual needs and strengths of children.
Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) has joined a bipartisan group of Senators to designate the week of January 24-30, 2016 as "National School Choice Week" and recognize that a diversity of choices in K-12 education helps meet the individual needs and strengths of children.
 
Columbus area residents are going to get to be the first in the state to experience North Carolina's new mobile DMV office. The office, which carries two driver license examiner stations, is part of Governor Pat McCrory's initiative to improve customer service and reduce wait times at the DMV.
Columbus area residents are going to get to be the first in the state to experience North Carolina's new mobile DMV office. The office, which carries two driver license examiner stations, is part of Governor Pat McCrory's initiative to improve customer service and reduce wait times at the DMV.
 
Governor Pat McCrory, Commerce Secretary John E. Skvarla, III, and Assistant Secretary for Rural Economic Development Dr. Patricia Mitchell announced today that the North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) approved 15 grant requests totaling $3,039,244.
Governor Pat McCrory, Commerce Secretary John E. Skvarla, III, and Assistant Secretary for Rural Economic Development Dr. Patricia Mitchell announced today that the North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) approved 15 grant requests totaling $3,039,244.
 
Governor Pat McCrory invites college students in North Carolina to apply for the State of N.C. Internship Program for Summer 2016.
 
An attorney and two Wake County voters have filed a lawsuit challenging the state’s new law calling for retention referendums for justices of the N.C. Supreme Court, claiming that the referendum, passed this year by the General Assembly, does not meet the definition of an election specified in...
An attorney and two Wake County voters have filed a lawsuit challenging the state’s new law calling for retention referendums for justices of the N.C. Supreme Court, claiming that the referendum, passed this year by the General Assembly, does not meet the definition of an election specified in...
 
North Carolina improved its overall public health ranking more than any other state in this year's report released by the United Health Foundation.
North Carolina improved its overall public health ranking more than any other state in this year's report released by the United Health Foundation.
 
Governor Pat McCrory announced today that the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded a grant to the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to plan the establishment of a network of Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics.
Governor Pat McCrory announced today that the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded a grant to the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to plan the establishment of a network of Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics.
 
At today's Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) questioned Secretary of Defense Ash Carter on the Obama Administration's inadequate response to the rise of ISIS.
At today's Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) questioned Secretary of Defense Ash Carter on the Obama Administration's inadequate response to the rise of ISIS.
 
Heidi Ganahl, owner of the Camp Bow Wow boarding centers and day camps for dogs in several states, says North Carolina's regulations on pet boarding facilities aren't consistent with those elsewhere and often appear to be arbitrary and not aligned with any demonstrated need to protect the safety...
Heidi Ganahl, owner of the Camp Bow Wow boarding centers and day camps for dogs in several states, says North Carolina's regulations on pet boarding facilities aren't consistent with those elsewhere and often appear to be arbitrary and not aligned with any demonstrated need to protect the safety...
 
North Carolina residents could receive a larger personal income tax exemption if the General Assembly's 2016 short session follows the lead of state Sen. Bob Rucho, R-Mecklenburg, who has led the Senate's tax reform efforts since Republicans took control of that body
North Carolina residents could receive a larger personal income tax exemption if the General Assembly's 2016 short session follows the lead of state Sen. Bob Rucho, R-Mecklenburg, who has led the Senate's tax reform efforts since Republicans took control of that body
 
Governor Pat McCrory's reform of how the state makes purchases has saved taxpayers tens of millions of dollars.
 
If you’re thinking North Carolina is getting a bit more crowded, then you’re right. State ranks ninth in population and is adding almost 300 new residents daily.
If you’re thinking North Carolina is getting a bit more crowded, then you’re right. State ranks ninth in population and is adding almost 300 new residents daily.
 
The North Carolina Republican Party today released the following statement in honor of National School Choice Week...
The North Carolina Republican Party today released the following statement in honor of National School Choice Week...
 
Governor Pat McCrory, N.C. Commerce Secretary John E. Skvarla, III, and the Economic Development Partnership of N.C. announced today that Coty, Inc., a global leader in beauty products, will expand its manufacturing facility in Lee County and is planning to hire an additional 25 employees. Coty...
Governor Pat McCrory, N.C. Commerce Secretary John E. Skvarla, III, and the Economic Development Partnership of N.C. announced today that Coty, Inc., a global leader in beauty products, will expand its manufacturing facility in Lee County and is planning to hire an additional 25 employees. Coty...
 
While roads conditions are improving and power is being restored across much of North Carolina, Governor Pat McCrory urged residents to remain cautious as they venture out.
While roads conditions are improving and power is being restored across much of North Carolina, Governor Pat McCrory urged residents to remain cautious as they venture out.
 
Governor Pat McCrory and Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Secretary Donald R. van der Vaart announced today the appointment of Steve J. Rowlan as chairman of the N.C. Environmental Management Commission (EMC).
Governor Pat McCrory and Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Secretary Donald R. van der Vaart announced today the appointment of Steve J. Rowlan as chairman of the N.C. Environmental Management Commission (EMC).
 
As temperatures remained low with no prospect for thawing until Sunday, Governor Pat McCrory said that safety was still the top concern for him and the state emergency operations team.
As temperatures remained low with no prospect for thawing until Sunday, Governor Pat McCrory said that safety was still the top concern for him and the state emergency operations team.
 
In a briefing at Emergency Operations Center Saturday morning, Governor Pat McCrory urged citizens to stay vigilant during the first significant winter storm of the season.
In a briefing at Emergency Operations Center Saturday morning, Governor Pat McCrory urged citizens to stay vigilant during the first significant winter storm of the season.
 
Governor Pat McCrory briefed citizens from the State Emergency Operations Center Friday morning on the response to the latest winter storm impacts.
Governor Pat McCrory briefed citizens from the State Emergency Operations Center Friday morning on the response to the latest winter storm impacts.
 
Governor Pat McCrory issued the following statement after the announcement that State Bureau of Investigation Director B. W. Collier is retiring in April after more than 30 years in service to the State of North Carolina
Governor Pat McCrory issued the following statement after the announcement that State Bureau of Investigation Director B. W. Collier is retiring in April after more than 30 years in service to the State of North Carolina
 
Governor Pat McCrory is urging North Carolinians to prepare for winter weather and monitor local forecasts as the state's first significant winter storm moves in later today
Governor Pat McCrory is urging North Carolinians to prepare for winter weather and monitor local forecasts as the state's first significant winter storm moves in later today
 
Ahead of a winter storm that will enter North Carolina Wednesday, Governor Pat McCrory has ordered state agencies to begin preparations for possible treacherous travel conditions.
Ahead of a winter storm that will enter North Carolina Wednesday, Governor Pat McCrory has ordered state agencies to begin preparations for possible treacherous travel conditions.
 
Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Industrial Commission Chairman Andrew T. Heath announced today the appointment of five deputy commissioners.
Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Industrial Commission Chairman Andrew T. Heath announced today the appointment of five deputy commissioners.
 
A national government watchdog group is collecting examples of government employees who are responsible for providing public information but in fact impede the free flow of information to journalists.
A national government watchdog group is collecting examples of government employees who are responsible for providing public information but in fact impede the free flow of information to journalists.
 
U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis is trying to push through criminal justice reforms in Congress modeled on measures he helped shepherd through the North Carolina General Assembly when he was speaker of the House.
U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis is trying to push through criminal justice reforms in Congress modeled on measures he helped shepherd through the North Carolina General Assembly when he was speaker of the House.
 
State officials, lawmakers, and renewable energy consultants attempted Tuesday to downplay the $937.8 million cost of tax credits sought under the state's new Safe Harbor Act - a total more than five times higher than initial projections.
State officials, lawmakers, and renewable energy consultants attempted Tuesday to downplay the $937.8 million cost of tax credits sought under the state's new Safe Harbor Act - a total more than five times higher than initial projections.
 
Lawmakers spent two hours Wednesday grilling the state budget director and the public safety secretary over the extension of a prison maintenance contract by a contractor.
Lawmakers spent two hours Wednesday grilling the state budget director and the public safety secretary over the extension of a prison maintenance contract by a contractor.
 
Governor Pat McCrory announced today that Chris Estes is stepping down as State Chief Information Officer to return to the private sector. The governor tasked Estes with improving the efficiency of the state's information technology structure and improving the service experience for...
Governor Pat McCrory announced today that Chris Estes is stepping down as State Chief Information Officer to return to the private sector. The governor tasked Estes with improving the efficiency of the state's information technology structure and improving the service experience for...
 
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