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Taking a long look at the best of our neighboring counties. There are many hidden treasures in eastern North Carolina.

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McDowell County Commissioner Michael Lavender is used to running campaigns after 12 years on the board, but his current run for state Senate against incumbent Ralph Hise is a little more complicated.
McDowell County Commissioner Michael Lavender is used to running campaigns after 12 years on the board, but his current run for state Senate against incumbent Ralph Hise is a little more complicated.
 
Matt Arnold admits there is very little difference between his political views and those held by incumbent Sen. Robert Rucho. But that did not stop him from challenging the seven-term veteran lawmaker in the upcoming Republican primary for state Senate District 39 on May 6.
Matt Arnold admits there is very little difference between his political views and those held by incumbent Sen. Robert Rucho. But that did not stop him from challenging the seven-term veteran lawmaker in the upcoming Republican primary for state Senate District 39 on May 6.
 
Marilyn Sheerer admitted as she stood at the podium, watching her colleagues giving a standing ovation, that she's seldom at a loss for words. But she was almost there during the fifth annual University Awards Day ceremony.
Marilyn Sheerer admitted as she stood at the podium, watching her colleagues giving a standing ovation, that she's seldom at a loss for words. But she was almost there during the fifth annual University Awards Day ceremony.
 
A grounds crew from East Carolina University traveled to Elizabeth City State University April 28 to help clean up damage from three tornadoes that struck the area April 25.
A grounds crew from East Carolina University traveled to Elizabeth City State University April 28 to help clean up damage from three tornadoes that struck the area April 25.
 
The East Carolina University community awoke April 30 to news of campus flooding and a train derailment at the corner of 14th Street and Charles Boulevard, following a series of heavy thunderstorms that came through the Greenville area April 29.
The East Carolina University community awoke April 30 to news of campus flooding and a train derailment at the corner of 14th Street and Charles Boulevard, following a series of heavy thunderstorms that came through the Greenville area April 29.
 
Students at Farmville Middle School were treated to ounce upon ounce of prevention in their own gymnasium on April 16, when they participated in a sports safety clinic sponsored by the Eastern Carolina Injury Prevention Program, a joint effort between East Carolina University and Vidant Health.
Students at Farmville Middle School were treated to ounce upon ounce of prevention in their own gymnasium on April 16, when they participated in a sports safety clinic sponsored by the Eastern Carolina Injury Prevention Program, a joint effort between East Carolina University and Vidant Health.
 
A primary opponent is something to be expected even if you are a veteran legislator in the majority party, says state Sen. Fletcher Hartsell, R-Cabarrus. After sailing through the 2012 election cycle with no opposition, Hartsell, an attorney, has drawn an opponent in the May 6 Republican primary.
A primary opponent is something to be expected even if you are a veteran legislator in the majority party, says state Sen. Fletcher Hartsell, R-Cabarrus. After sailing through the 2012 election cycle with no opposition, Hartsell, an attorney, has drawn an opponent in the May 6 Republican primary.
 
East Carolina University will mark Founders Day/University Awards Day on April 30, recognizing the establishment of the institution 107 years ago by the N.C. General Assembly.
East Carolina University will mark Founders Day/University Awards Day on April 30, recognizing the establishment of the institution 107 years ago by the N.C. General Assembly.
 
State Sen. Gladys Robinson is facing her stiffest election test to date in the May 6 Democratic primary for District 28 as she squares off against former Guilford County Commissioner Skip Alston.
State Sen. Gladys Robinson is facing her stiffest election test to date in the May 6 Democratic primary for District 28 as she squares off against former Guilford County Commissioner Skip Alston.
 
A one-of-a-kind art show at East Carolina University demonstrated how middle school students with learning differences used art to learn about their strengths and express their individuality.
A one-of-a-kind art show at East Carolina University demonstrated how middle school students with learning differences used art to learn about their strengths and express their individuality.
 
Foundation preparation for the newest residence halls, Gateway East and West, has begun and project completion is scheduled for July 2015. Gateway East and West will be the newest addition to East Carolina University's campus living as they replace Belk Residence Hall and will house 720 students.
Foundation preparation for the newest residence halls, Gateway East and West, has begun and project completion is scheduled for July 2015. Gateway East and West will be the newest addition to East Carolina University's campus living as they replace Belk Residence Hall and will house 720 students.
 
East Carolina University has been building a workforce of teachers, nurses, artists and doctors for decades. Add another fast-growing group to the list of professionals that ECU sends out to serve the region: engineers.
East Carolina University has been building a workforce of teachers, nurses, artists and doctors for decades. Add another fast-growing group to the list of professionals that ECU sends out to serve the region: engineers.
 
Don't let the term "interior design" summon thoughts of paint swatches and throw pillows. That's decorating. The type of design that interests East Carolina University student Lindsey Westphal brings comfort to the sick and can even aid healing.
Don't let the term "interior design" summon thoughts of paint swatches and throw pillows. That's decorating. The type of design that interests East Carolina University student Lindsey Westphal brings comfort to the sick and can even aid healing.
 
East Carolina University will host the first track event held at the new Olympic Sports Complex this weekend when athletes from ECU and three visiting schools gather to compete in the Bill Carson Invitational.
East Carolina University will host the first track event held at the new Olympic Sports Complex this weekend when athletes from ECU and three visiting schools gather to compete in the Bill Carson Invitational.
 
Leo W. Jenkins would not look upon his latest triumph as a personal gain – instead, it would be a victory for East Carolina University and its region.
Leo W. Jenkins would not look upon his latest triumph as a personal gain – instead, it would be a victory for East Carolina University and its region.
 
East Carolina University students have turned bananas into dolphins and grapes into balls to tempt kids to try new snacks. Making food healthy and appealing is one of the goals of Snack RX, a program designed and operated by ECU nutrition science students in the College of Human Ecology...
East Carolina University students have turned bananas into dolphins and grapes into balls to tempt kids to try new snacks. Making food healthy and appealing is one of the goals of Snack RX, a program designed and operated by ECU nutrition science students in the College of Human Ecology...
 
Undergraduate students across the country are vying for the chance to spend this summer conducting research in biomedical engineering at East Carolina University - a new program funded by a $287,949 grant from the National Science Foundation.
Undergraduate students across the country are vying for the chance to spend this summer conducting research in biomedical engineering at East Carolina University - a new program funded by a $287,949 grant from the National Science Foundation.
 
ECU professor Alex Albright is continuing his quest to right an historical wrong suffered by a group of Greensboro college students who played an important role in integrating the armed forces during World War II.
ECU professor Alex Albright is continuing his quest to right an historical wrong suffered by a group of Greensboro college students who played an important role in integrating the armed forces during World War II.
 
The Republican primary for House District 94, which includes all of Alleghany County and most of Wilkes County, features two candidates with political experience and who should be familiar to Wilkes Countians.
The Republican primary for House District 94, which includes all of Alleghany County and most of Wilkes County, features two candidates with political experience and who should be familiar to Wilkes Countians.
 
One of East Carolina University's fastest-growing colleges has added engineering to its name, reflecting an increasing emphasis on that program.
One of East Carolina University's fastest-growing colleges has added engineering to its name, reflecting an increasing emphasis on that program.
 
An East Carolina University student in the Department of Information and Computer Technology has been selected as one of 10 students nationwide to serve on a "Dream Team" at an international education and training event.
An East Carolina University student in the Department of Information and Computer Technology has been selected as one of 10 students nationwide to serve on a "Dream Team" at an international education and training event.
 
Frogs, fossils and jellyfish were among the popular activities for visitors at the annual Earth Day Expo April 8 in the Howell Science Complex at East Carolina University.
Frogs, fossils and jellyfish were among the popular activities for visitors at the annual Earth Day Expo April 8 in the Howell Science Complex at East Carolina University.
 
Soon after U.S. Navy Corpsman Dustin "Doc" Kirby returned home from Iraq, he began to experience the disturbing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder.
Soon after U.S. Navy Corpsman Dustin "Doc" Kirby returned home from Iraq, he began to experience the disturbing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder.
 
East Carolina University students from multiple disciplines shared their research and creative works March 31 - April 4 at the Eighth Annual Research and Creative Achievement Week at Mendenhall Student Center on campus.
East Carolina University students from multiple disciplines shared their research and creative works March 31 - April 4 at the Eighth Annual Research and Creative Achievement Week at Mendenhall Student Center on campus.
 
Sculptures by seven East Carolina University art students are on display at the Coastal Carolina Regional Airport for the next year.
Sculptures by seven East Carolina University art students are on display at the Coastal Carolina Regional Airport for the next year.
 
Tim D'Annunzio made a shocking admission during a Saturday candidate forum: If he defeated Sean Haugh and won the Libertarian Party nomination for U.S. Senate, and Gregg Brannon got the Republican nod, he would not want to split the vote in the general election and allow Democratic incumbent Kay Hag
Tim D'Annunzio made a shocking admission during a Saturday candidate forum: If he defeated Sean Haugh and won the Libertarian Party nomination for U.S. Senate, and Gregg Brannon got the Republican nod, he would not want to split the vote in the general election and allow Democratic incumbent Kay Hag
 
A grant of nearly $500,000 will help East Carolina University recruit and teach school librarians from economically disadvantaged and historically underrepresented backgrounds who want to live and work in eastern North Carolina.
A grant of nearly $500,000 will help East Carolina University recruit and teach school librarians from economically disadvantaged and historically underrepresented backgrounds who want to live and work in eastern North Carolina.
 
Voters in the May 6 Republican primary for state House District 15 will choose between incumbent Phil Shepard, a two-term legislator who is a minister and civil service retiree, and Jim Morton, a farmer and retired educator running primarily on parochial issues.
Voters in the May 6 Republican primary for state House District 15 will choose between incumbent Phil Shepard, a two-term legislator who is a minister and civil service retiree, and Jim Morton, a farmer and retired educator running primarily on parochial issues.
 
Johnny Jones has high blood pressure and diabetes, conditions often seen by health care providers in eastern North Carolina. But a swollen leg and fever brought him to the hospital.
Johnny Jones has high blood pressure and diabetes, conditions often seen by health care providers in eastern North Carolina. But a swollen leg and fever brought him to the hospital.
 
A distance-education professor is East Carolina University's recipient of one of the state's highest teaching honors.
A distance-education professor is East Carolina University's recipient of one of the state's highest teaching honors.
 
"The Psychology of Human-Dog Interactions," "Global Heavy Metal Music" and "Extreme Physics," are just a few of the seminar courses offered this semester to students in the Honors College at East Carolina University. If they sound out of the ordinary, there's a good reason.
"The Psychology of Human-Dog Interactions," "Global Heavy Metal Music" and "Extreme Physics," are just a few of the seminar courses offered this semester to students in the Honors College at East Carolina University. If they sound out of the ordinary, there's a good reason.
 
Education for health care professionals in the 21st century must focus on teamwork and interdisciplinary training, individualized learning for students and patient-centered care. That was the message delivered by American Medical Association representatives visiting East Carolina University on...
Education for health care professionals in the 21st century must focus on teamwork and interdisciplinary training, individualized learning for students and patient-centered care. That was the message delivered by American Medical Association representatives visiting East Carolina University on...
 
By a 6-3 vote, the Greensboro City Council approved a memorandum of understanding with a local nonprofit that paves the way for a new $65 million downtown performing arts center.
By a 6-3 vote, the Greensboro City Council approved a memorandum of understanding with a local nonprofit that paves the way for a new $65 million downtown performing arts center.
 
Partnership and collaboration laid the groundwork for the East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine's newest community service learning center, celebrated March 24 with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The Lillington site - a 7,700-square-foot facility located off U.S. 401 - is the...
Partnership and collaboration laid the groundwork for the East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine's newest community service learning center, celebrated March 24 with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The Lillington site - a 7,700-square-foot facility located off U.S. 401 - is the...
 
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