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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 has proclaimed June 2013 as "Great Outdoors Month," encouraging all North Carolinians to enjoy our state's natural beauty and near-perfect climate, and celebrate our commitment to conserve and protect our air, water, wildlife, spectacular lands and quality of life.
Governor Pat McCrory has proclaimed June 2013 as "Great Outdoors Month," encouraging all North Carolinians to enjoy our state's natural beauty and near-perfect climate, and celebrate our commitment to conserve and protect our air, water, wildlife, spectacular lands and quality of life.
 
Governor Pat McCrory signed the following bills into law today.
 
Sen. Bob Rucho began his presentation of a proposed tax overhaul by asking the lobbyists in attendance at Thursday's Senate Finance Committee meeting to raise their hands.
Sen. Bob Rucho began his presentation of a proposed tax overhaul by asking the lobbyists in attendance at Thursday's Senate Finance Committee meeting to raise their hands.
 
Governor Pat McCrory released the following statement this afternoon concerning the latest tax reform bills discussed in committee.
Governor Pat McCrory released the following statement this afternoon concerning the latest tax reform bills discussed in committee.
 
What's this about Republicans trying to raise taxes, ah, make that tolls?
 
A federal program created under the federal Troubled Asset Relief Program, aka TARP, has allowed more than 11,000 North Carolina homeowners who fell...
A federal program created under the federal Troubled Asset Relief Program, aka TARP, has allowed more than 11,000 North Carolina homeowners who fell...
 
Today, Governor Pat McCrory announced Major General Gregory Lusk will continue to serve as the commander of the North Carolina National Guard, comprised of a ready team of nearly 12,000 citizen soldiers and airmen.
Today, Governor Pat McCrory announced Major General Gregory Lusk will continue to serve as the commander of the North Carolina National Guard, comprised of a ready team of nearly 12,000 citizen soldiers and airmen.
 
A bill that would authorize tax dollars to be used for private school vouchers cleared its first hurdle Tuesday by passing the House Education Committee in a 27-21 vote.
A bill that would authorize tax dollars to be used for private school vouchers cleared its first hurdle Tuesday by passing the House Education Committee in a 27-21 vote.
 
Governor Pat McCrory released the following statement today on the Preliminary Emancipation Proclamation, which is on display at the North Carolina Museum of History in Raleigh through June 16.
Governor Pat McCrory released the following statement today on the Preliminary Emancipation Proclamation, which is on display at the North Carolina Museum of History in Raleigh through June 16.
 
Internal Republican Party politics ignited by House Speaker Thom Tillis' pending departure and a philosophical battle between moderates and conservatives...
Internal Republican Party politics ignited by House Speaker Thom Tillis' pending departure and a philosophical battle between moderates and conservatives...
 
Governor Pat McCrory has proclaimed Saturday, May 25, 2013, as Missing Children's Day, and he encourages families to participate in the observance by taking time to record important information on each of their children and store it both electronically and in hard copy.
Governor Pat McCrory has proclaimed Saturday, May 25, 2013, as Missing Children's Day, and he encourages families to participate in the observance by taking time to record important information on each of their children and store it both electronically and in hard copy.
 
Scott Ralls, president of the North Carolina Community College System, says he noticed a problem with remedial education in the state's community...
Scott Ralls, president of the North Carolina Community College System, says he noticed a problem with remedial education in the state's community...
 
How many North Carolinians know that public school education in the state is centered around the government's Common Core initiative?
How many North Carolinians know that public school education in the state is centered around the government's Common Core initiative?
 
Governor Pat McCrory announced the following direct appointments today.
 
North Carolina could look northwest to Indiana and south to Florida for evidence of how a consumer-driven model would improve the state Medicaid program.
North Carolina could look northwest to Indiana and south to Florida for evidence of how a consumer-driven model would improve the state Medicaid program.
 
Governor Pat McCrory and Raleigh Mayor Nancy McFarlane have asked the General Assembly to set the effective date of the Dorothea Dix lease bill to next year, in order to give the State of North Carolina and the City of Raleigh time to negotiate an improved deal.
Governor Pat McCrory and Raleigh Mayor Nancy McFarlane have asked the General Assembly to set the effective date of the Dorothea Dix lease bill to next year, in order to give the State of North Carolina and the City of Raleigh time to negotiate an improved deal.
 
Sizzling oratory and stubborn statistics clashed as opponents of a tax-funded voucher bill for private schools squared off against advocates of the...
Sizzling oratory and stubborn statistics clashed as opponents of a tax-funded voucher bill for private schools squared off against advocates of the...
 
Governor Pat McCrory issued the following press statement this morning concerning the Senate's budget proposal
Governor Pat McCrory issued the following press statement this morning concerning the Senate's budget proposal
 
Every time I think the McClatchy crayonistas have stooped to a new low, they surprise me.
Every time I think the McClatchy crayonistas have stooped to a new low, they surprise me.
 
One stark difference between the GOP Senate budget plan and the one proposed by Republican Gov. Pat McCrory is money to compensate victims of North Carolina's eugenics program.
One stark difference between the GOP Senate budget plan and the one proposed by Republican Gov. Pat McCrory is money to compensate victims of North Carolina's eugenics program.
 
North Carolina's mental health system is "very fragile," straining beneath the weight of psychiatrist shortages, emergency rooms overflowing...
North Carolina's mental health system is "very fragile," straining beneath the weight of psychiatrist shortages, emergency rooms overflowing...
 
Drivers of some of the most fuel-efficient cars in North Carolina would be hit with extra license registration fees under the proposed Senate budget.
Drivers of some of the most fuel-efficient cars in North Carolina would be hit with extra license registration fees under the proposed Senate budget.
 
Governor Pat McCrory signed into law landmark legislation (H.B. 484) today that creates a framework for the establishment of wind energy facilities in North Carolina and signals the governor's continued support for an "all-of-the-above" energy plan.
Governor Pat McCrory signed into law landmark legislation (H.B. 484) today that creates a framework for the establishment of wind energy facilities in North Carolina and signals the governor's continued support for an "all-of-the-above" energy plan.
 
Governor Pat McCrory signed the following bills into law.
 
The House Wednesday night approved a bill that would reimburse parents for private school tuition for special-needs children.
The House Wednesday night approved a bill that would reimburse parents for private school tuition for special-needs children.
 
Governor Pat McCrory, Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Berger and House Speaker Thom Tillis joined forces today in pursuit of Medicaid reform.
Governor Pat McCrory, Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Berger and House Speaker Thom Tillis joined forces today in pursuit of Medicaid reform.
 
A bill that supporters say would require more timely reporting by independent groups engaging in political campaigns in North Carolina passed the House by an overwhelming margin. The bill passed the House 97-16 on Wednesday and has moved to the Senate.
A bill that supporters say would require more timely reporting by independent groups engaging in political campaigns in North Carolina passed the House by an overwhelming margin. The bill passed the House 97-16 on Wednesday and has moved to the Senate.
 
Governor Pat McCrory has proclaimed summer 2013 as the season of "On the Road, On the Water - Don't Drink and Drive," urging North Carolinians to be safe and sober when driving this summer.
Governor Pat McCrory has proclaimed summer 2013 as the season of "On the Road, On the Water - Don't Drink and Drive," urging North Carolinians to be safe and sober when driving this summer.
 
Contrary to the Common Core State Standards themselves, Common Core-based tests developed and released by the NC Department of Public Instruction include relatively few English language questions and no traditional grammar, spelling, mechanics, or usage questions.
Contrary to the Common Core State Standards themselves, Common Core-based tests developed and released by the NC Department of Public Instruction include relatively few English language questions and no traditional grammar, spelling, mechanics, or usage questions.
 
Lawmakers are considering a bill that critics say would stifle the actions of whistleblowers trying to uncover wrongdoing by North Carolina businesses.
Lawmakers are considering a bill that critics say would stifle the actions of whistleblowers trying to uncover wrongdoing by North Carolina businesses.
 
Governor Pat McCrory renewed his promise to strengthen and transform education in North Carolina today by naming Eric Guckian as his Senior Education Advisor.
Governor Pat McCrory renewed his promise to strengthen and transform education in North Carolina today by naming Eric Guckian as his Senior Education Advisor.
 
A proposed state law would prohibit North Carolina cities and towns from using zoning laws to control the way houses look.
A proposed state law would prohibit North Carolina cities and towns from using zoning laws to control the way houses look.
 
Today, Governor Pat McCrory signed Lily's Law, Senate Bill 117, to specify that it is murder when a child is born alive but dies as a result of injuries inflicted prior to birth.
Today, Governor Pat McCrory signed Lily's Law, Senate Bill 117, to specify that it is murder when a child is born alive but dies as a result of injuries inflicted prior to birth.
 
Governor McCrory announced the following direct appointments today.
 
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