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In every local region there are daily events: planned, serendiptous, environmental and unavoidable that deserve mention.

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Charlotte officials believe Senate Republicans have an ulterior motive in sponsoring legislation to create a regional authority to own and operate Charlotte-Douglas International Airport.
Charlotte officials believe Senate Republicans have an ulterior motive in sponsoring legislation to create a regional authority to own and operate Charlotte-Douglas International Airport.
 
A peaceful spot on the East Carolina University campus was dedicated today as a permanent remembrance to students who have died while enrolled at ECU.
A peaceful spot on the East Carolina University campus was dedicated today as a permanent remembrance to students who have died while enrolled at ECU.
 
East Carolina University is moving forward with plans to build two new student centers - one on main campus and one on the health sciences campus - to provide socializing space for a larger student body and to better meet student organization needs.
East Carolina University is moving forward with plans to build two new student centers - one on main campus and one on the health sciences campus - to provide socializing space for a larger student body and to better meet student organization needs.
 
Charles returned to the sideline for the first time Feb. 13 after undergoing surgery for colon cancer late last year. The "Voice of the Pirates" has been absent since Dec. 1.
Charles returned to the sideline for the first time Feb. 13 after undergoing surgery for colon cancer late last year. The "Voice of the Pirates" has been absent since Dec. 1.
 
Two East Carolina University faculty members may not be walking the red carpet at the Academy Awards on Feb. 24, but they will be on Hollywood Boulevard studying the stars as they arrive and specifically the brands presented there.
Two East Carolina University faculty members may not be walking the red carpet at the Academy Awards on Feb. 24, but they will be on Hollywood Boulevard studying the stars as they arrive and specifically the brands presented there.
 
An award-winning robot built by East Carolina University students may not look like R2D2 or WALL-E, but it's no bucket of bolts.
An award-winning robot built by East Carolina University students may not look like R2D2 or WALL-E, but it's no bucket of bolts.
 
Musicians across the region are performing on a higher scale thanks to a new outreach initiative offered through the East Carolina University School of Music Four Seasons Chamber Music Festival.
Musicians across the region are performing on a higher scale thanks to a new outreach initiative offered through the East Carolina University School of Music Four Seasons Chamber Music Festival.
 
What began as a research study on domestic violence has turned into "See The Triumph," a project aimed at connecting and empowering victims.
What began as a research study on domestic violence has turned into "See The Triumph," a project aimed at connecting and empowering victims.
 
Today, Governor Pat McCrory signed an executive order declaring a state of disaster for the Town of Kitty Hawk to help the community recover from devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy last fall.
Today, Governor Pat McCrory signed an executive order declaring a state of disaster for the Town of Kitty Hawk to help the community recover from devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy last fall.
 
Dr. Anthony C. Breuer, affiliate professor of neurology in the Brody School of Medicine and a neurologist at East Carolina Neurology, is showcasing his collection of acrylic and oil paintings at the Art as Avocation exhibit Jan. 29 through March 12 at Laupus Library.
Dr. Anthony C. Breuer, affiliate professor of neurology in the Brody School of Medicine and a neurologist at East Carolina Neurology, is showcasing his collection of acrylic and oil paintings at the Art as Avocation exhibit Jan. 29 through March 12 at Laupus Library.
 
A Monday event in Whiteville honoring former state Sen. R.C. Soles, D-Columbus, has been canceled, Carolina Journal has learned. According to a man associated with the event who did not want to be identified, Soles decided...
A Monday event in Whiteville honoring former state Sen. R.C. Soles, D-Columbus, has been canceled, Carolina Journal has learned. According to a man associated with the event who did not want to be identified, Soles decided...
 
Today, Governor Pat McCrory and N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced that Nash Building Systems Inc., a manufacturer of metal roofing, metal building components and pre-engineered steel buildings, will expand its facility in Edgecombe County.
Today, Governor Pat McCrory and N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced that Nash Building Systems Inc., a manufacturer of metal roofing, metal building components and pre-engineered steel buildings, will expand its facility in Edgecombe County.
 
Players continue to plunk cash down to play online sweepstakes games at the former Randy Parton Theatre in Roanoke Rapids despite a state Supreme Court ruling banning the electronic diversions.
Players continue to plunk cash down to play online sweepstakes games at the former Randy Parton Theatre in Roanoke Rapids despite a state Supreme Court ruling banning the electronic diversions.
 
In a healthy sign for the state's future supply of primary care doctors, 69 percent of last year's graduates of ECU's Brody School of Medicine chose residencies in that field of medicine, according to a UNC Board of Governors annual report released in January.
In a healthy sign for the state's future supply of primary care doctors, 69 percent of last year's graduates of ECU's Brody School of Medicine chose residencies in that field of medicine, according to a UNC Board of Governors annual report released in January.
 
East Carolina University freshmen and transfer students who earned a 3.0 GPA or higher during the fall semester will be recognized for their academic achievements on Feb. 1 and 8 as part of the annual ECU EXCELS program.
East Carolina University freshmen and transfer students who earned a 3.0 GPA or higher during the fall semester will be recognized for their academic achievements on Feb. 1 and 8 as part of the annual ECU EXCELS program.
 
The President of the Civitas Institute today called on attorney Al McSurely to retract a lie about Civitas he told at a press conference today.
The President of the Civitas Institute today called on attorney Al McSurely to retract a lie about Civitas he told at a press conference today.
 
She's been called a hero, a role model, and is lauded for her groundbreaking achievement. But Laura Marie Leary Elliott, '66, doesn't see herself that way.
She's been called a hero, a role model, and is lauded for her groundbreaking achievement. But Laura Marie Leary Elliott, '66, doesn't see herself that way.
 
Two graduate programs at East Carolina University rank among the best nationally in online education in a listing released today by U.S. News & World Report.
Two graduate programs at East Carolina University rank among the best nationally in online education in a listing released today by U.S. News & World Report.
 
Whether they're taking a road less traveled or simply running late for class, students at East Carolina University now have an easier way to answer an important question: "When is the next bus coming?"
Whether they're taking a road less traveled or simply running late for class, students at East Carolina University now have an easier way to answer an important question: "When is the next bus coming?"
 
A center for research in coastal development and natural resources was dedicated and officially opened Jan. 15, kicking off a series of community outreach events continuing through the spring.
A center for research in coastal development and natural resources was dedicated and officially opened Jan. 15, kicking off a series of community outreach events continuing through the spring.
 
The government's case in the Tayloe Pharmacy drug bust appears to be unraveling. Charges against Lori Melton and Anna Moore were dismissed yesterday (1-23-13) in Federal Eastern District Court in Elizabeth City by Judge Terrence Boyle.
The government's case in the Tayloe Pharmacy drug bust appears to be unraveling. Charges against Lori Melton and Anna Moore were dismissed yesterday (1-23-13) in Federal Eastern District Court in Elizabeth City by Judge Terrence Boyle.
 
El Presidenté stirred up quite a grassroots ruckus with his "executive actions" many see as an infringement on The Second Amendment to The U.S. Constitution.
El Presidenté stirred up quite a grassroots ruckus with his "executive actions" many see as an infringement on The Second Amendment to The U.S. Constitution.
 
The East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine has been named an Apple Distinguished Program for the 2012-2013 school year for the innovative implementation of technology in all aspects of its didactic, problem-solving and clinical education programs.
The East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine has been named an Apple Distinguished Program for the 2012-2013 school year for the innovative implementation of technology in all aspects of its didactic, problem-solving and clinical education programs.
 
The Carolina Panthers are a very, very very bad football team. Their owner, Jerry Richardson, is a very, very, very wealthy and very, very, very connected man.
The Carolina Panthers are a very, very very bad football team. Their owner, Jerry Richardson, is a very, very, very wealthy and very, very, very connected man.
 
Susanne Grieve, director of conservation at ECU, lived and worked in Antarctica for eight months in 2012 through the Antarctic Heritage Trust, a non-profit organization based in New Zealand.
Susanne Grieve, director of conservation at ECU, lived and worked in Antarctica for eight months in 2012 through the Antarctic Heritage Trust, a non-profit organization based in New Zealand.
 
Tomatoes that don't rot for a year; sunscreen made from watermelons; and super-cancer-fighting broccoli: These are but a few of the wonders on display at the North Carolina Research Campus in Kannapolis.
Tomatoes that don't rot for a year; sunscreen made from watermelons; and super-cancer-fighting broccoli: These are but a few of the wonders on display at the North Carolina Research Campus in Kannapolis.
 
When I was introduced to the work of award-winning novelist Guy Owen, I found an author whose subject matter captivated my attention.
When I was introduced to the work of award-winning novelist Guy Owen, I found an author whose subject matter captivated my attention.
 
While the group didn't do this video for a class assignment, they took it just as seriously, said Russell, who wrote the lyrics. Rhodes, who performed for five years in a Dave Matthews cover band, handled the bulk of the vocals but they all sang.
While the group didn't do this video for a class assignment, they took it just as seriously, said Russell, who wrote the lyrics. Rhodes, who performed for five years in a Dave Matthews cover band, handled the bulk of the vocals but they all sang.
 
The News and Observer is reporting that the Chivcago based Invergy is shelving the Pantego Wind Farm scheduled to begin later this year.
The News and Observer is reporting that the Chivcago based Invergy is shelving the Pantego Wind Farm scheduled to begin later this year.
 
Bill Cook was sworn in as the new Senator from the First District Sunday night in the Beaufort County Superior Courtroom before a large crowd of hometown supporters as well as those from other counties in the district.
Bill Cook was sworn in as the new Senator from the First District Sunday night in the Beaufort County Superior Courtroom before a large crowd of hometown supporters as well as those from other counties in the district.
 
America always has had richer and poorer people. In the past, they were different primarily in the amount of money they had.
America always has had richer and poorer people. In the past, they were different primarily in the amount of money they had.
 
North Carolina's graduation rate ranks about in the middle of the pack in relation to other states around the country.
North Carolina's graduation rate ranks about in the middle of the pack in relation to other states around the country.
 
The director of state facilities for the mentally ill and developmentally disabled said his department will continue to offer annual voter registration and voting assistance for patients and residents.
The director of state facilities for the mentally ill and developmentally disabled said his department will continue to offer annual voter registration and voting assistance for patients and residents.
 
Forty-one faculty members at the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University have been named in U.S. News & World Report's "Top Doctors" listing for 2012.
Forty-one faculty members at the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University have been named in U.S. News & World Report's "Top Doctors" listing for 2012.
 
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