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

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Officials with Piedmont Triad International Airport are working busily on an ambitious plan they believe will be a key part of transforming PTI into an "aerotropolis."
Officials with Piedmont Triad International Airport are working busily on an ambitious plan they believe will be a key part of transforming PTI into an "aerotropolis."
 
This show, by this ensemble of consummate musicians, is part of the Sunday in the Park Outdoor Concert Series, brought to the public by the Greenville Parks and Recreation. The price of admission to the public to hear The Barefoot Movement is no charge.
This show, by this ensemble of consummate musicians, is part of the Sunday in the Park Outdoor Concert Series, brought to the public by the Greenville Parks and Recreation. The price of admission to the public to hear The Barefoot Movement is no charge.
 
This morning at the Pitt County Board of Elections, "Organizing for America" (ACORN) succeeded in pushing its brand of "community organizing" in Pitt County for this November's election by convincing the board to approve Sunday voting.
This morning at the Pitt County Board of Elections, "Organizing for America" (ACORN) succeeded in pushing its brand of "community organizing" in Pitt County for this November's election by convincing the board to approve Sunday voting.
 
After months of complaining about being bullied by her colleagues on the Buncombe County Board of Education, Lisa Baldwin has enlisted the assistance of a state lawmaker to determine whether a new board policy improperly restricts her access to public records.
After months of complaining about being bullied by her colleagues on the Buncombe County Board of Education, Lisa Baldwin has enlisted the assistance of a state lawmaker to determine whether a new board policy improperly restricts her access to public records.
 
In spite of recent statements by gubernatorial candidates Walter Dalton and Pat McCrory opposing the North Carolina International Terminal, Toby Bronstein, a spokeswoman for Save the Cape, fears the proposed megaport may not be dead.
In spite of recent statements by gubernatorial candidates Walter Dalton and Pat McCrory opposing the North Carolina International Terminal, Toby Bronstein, a spokeswoman for Save the Cape, fears the proposed megaport may not be dead.
 
The friendliest city to food trucks in North Carolina may kick food trucks off its streets, or at least streets where there are restaurants nearby.
The friendliest city to food trucks in North Carolina may kick food trucks off its streets, or at least streets where there are restaurants nearby.
 
Families in rural North Carolina will soon get healthier smiles, thanks to a new class of 52 dental students committing to practice dentistry in underserved communities.
Families in rural North Carolina will soon get healthier smiles, thanks to a new class of 52 dental students committing to practice dentistry in underserved communities.
 
The failed Randy Parton Theatre may soon become an Internet gambling facility and bar.
The failed Randy Parton Theatre may soon become an Internet gambling facility and bar.
 
And yes, I should have posted this before now; however, life has been somewhat hectic since the derecho cost me one full day of productivity.
And yes, I should have posted this before now; however, life has been somewhat hectic since the derecho cost me one full day of productivity.
 
Last week Board Chairman Kevin Hill said he wanted to make sure the new school assignment plan includes an emphasis on diversity and healthy schools. Sound familiar?
Last week Board Chairman Kevin Hill said he wanted to make sure the new school assignment plan includes an emphasis on diversity and healthy schools. Sound familiar?
 
While some states are opting out of expanded Medicaid provisions in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, state Rep. Verla Insko confidently predicts North Carolina will participate in the expansion despite a temporary spike in costs to the state.
While some states are opting out of expanded Medicaid provisions in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, state Rep. Verla Insko confidently predicts North Carolina will participate in the expansion despite a temporary spike in costs to the state.
 
As the cast assembles each day to rehearse I am astounded at the harmony.
As the cast assembles each day to rehearse I am astounded at the harmony.
 
Newly created Bear Grass Charter School planned to open its doors this August in an abandoned high school building, but the Martin County Board of Education said the building is not for sale or rent.
Newly created Bear Grass Charter School planned to open its doors this August in an abandoned high school building, but the Martin County Board of Education said the building is not for sale or rent.
 
The 55 men who drafted the U.S. Constitution believed that the House of Representatives should be the people's house.
The 55 men who drafted the U.S. Constitution believed that the House of Representatives should be the people's house.
 
Timber owners, who desire to learn how to better manage their stands of timber, should be advised that The Eastern North Carolina Timberland Conference will be held at the Craven County Agricultural Center in New Bern, North Carolina.
Timber owners, who desire to learn how to better manage their stands of timber, should be advised that The Eastern North Carolina Timberland Conference will be held at the Craven County Agricultural Center in New Bern, North Carolina.
 
Max Albert Dorat Tejada, a.k.a. Max Alberto Diaz, a 24 years old man from Salvador, was arrested in Ayden, NC on Saturday, June 30, in the stabbing death of 32-year-old Hope Cutler of Washington, NC.
Max Albert Dorat Tejada, a.k.a. Max Alberto Diaz, a 24 years old man from Salvador, was arrested in Ayden, NC on Saturday, June 30, in the stabbing death of 32-year-old Hope Cutler of Washington, NC.
 
Wake County's decision not to put a half-cent sales tax referendum on the Nov. 6 general election ballot "is troubling" to Durham County officials, and will affect how they move forward with a tri-county regional transit plan featuring a mixture of light rail and expanded bus service.
Wake County's decision not to put a half-cent sales tax referendum on the Nov. 6 general election ballot "is troubling" to Durham County officials, and will affect how they move forward with a tri-county regional transit plan featuring a mixture of light rail and expanded bus service.
 
Some three dozen people delivered impassioned pleas Monday afternoon to the Wake County Board of Commissioners, urging them to place a half-cent sales tax on the November ballot.
Some three dozen people delivered impassioned pleas Monday afternoon to the Wake County Board of Commissioners, urging them to place a half-cent sales tax on the November ballot.
 
In a formal agreement brokered by state lawmakers, in late May WakeMed Health and Hospitals withdrew its offer to purchase Rex Healthcare in exchange for Rex's parent organization - UNC Health Care - carrying a larger share of charity care in Wake County.
In a formal agreement brokered by state lawmakers, in late May WakeMed Health and Hospitals withdrew its offer to purchase Rex Healthcare in exchange for Rex's parent organization - UNC Health Care - carrying a larger share of charity care in Wake County.
 
Orange County voters will decide the fate of a nearly $1.4 billion light rail project for Durham and Orange counties in the Nov. 6 general election.
Orange County voters will decide the fate of a nearly $1.4 billion light rail project for Durham and Orange counties in the Nov. 6 general election.
 
The News & Observer recently reported that 20 solar-powered "Big Belly" trash cans are being installed in the Glenwood South entertainment and restaurant district. These trash cans automatically compact the trash and, when full, signal city crews to empty them.
The News & Observer recently reported that 20 solar-powered "Big Belly" trash cans are being installed in the Glenwood South entertainment and restaurant district. These trash cans automatically compact the trash and, when full, signal city crews to empty them.
 
Democrat Presidential Candidate John Edwards will not be serving any jail time on the one charge that was at the center of his indictment that he funneled campaign funds to hide his relationship with his mistress, Rielle Hunter.
Democrat Presidential Candidate John Edwards will not be serving any jail time on the one charge that was at the center of his indictment that he funneled campaign funds to hide his relationship with his mistress, Rielle Hunter.
 
The Chairman of the Mid-East Commission Board of Directors, Merrill Flood, announced that Timothy Michael Baynes will assume the position of Executive Director of the Mid-East Commission (MEC) on July 2, 2012.
The Chairman of the Mid-East Commission Board of Directors, Merrill Flood, announced that Timothy Michael Baynes will assume the position of Executive Director of the Mid-East Commission (MEC) on July 2, 2012.
 
The most recent tropical storm, Beryl, which washed ashore near the Georgia / Florida state line, May 27, 2012, the remnants of which have moved into the center of the Southeastern United States, now threatens torrential rainfall for all of eastern North Carolina.
The most recent tropical storm, Beryl, which washed ashore near the Georgia / Florida state line, May 27, 2012, the remnants of which have moved into the center of the Southeastern United States, now threatens torrential rainfall for all of eastern North Carolina.
 
Spring has arrived and families are gearing up to enjoy the outdoors on their bikes. While inflating the tires and checking the brakes are important - wearing a helmet is essential.
Spring has arrived and families are gearing up to enjoy the outdoors on their bikes. While inflating the tires and checking the brakes are important - wearing a helmet is essential.
 
Four property owners suing the Town of Emerald Isle alleging an unlawful taking of their beachfront lots would strike a blow nationally for property rights protections if they win, their lawyers say.
Four property owners suing the Town of Emerald Isle alleging an unlawful taking of their beachfront lots would strike a blow nationally for property rights protections if they win, their lawyers say.
 
PCS Phosphate Company, Inc. (PotashCorp - Aurora) announced today that it is reducing staffing levels at its phosphate facility by approximately 150 full-time positions, or about 15 percent of its current workforce.
PCS Phosphate Company, Inc. (PotashCorp - Aurora) announced today that it is reducing staffing levels at its phosphate facility by approximately 150 full-time positions, or about 15 percent of its current workforce.
 
The Orange County Board of Commissioners is expected Tuesday to approve a $1.4 billion light-rail project for Durham and Orange counties and vote June 5 on a half-cent sales tax to fund the controversial transit plan.
The Orange County Board of Commissioners is expected Tuesday to approve a $1.4 billion light-rail project for Durham and Orange counties and vote June 5 on a half-cent sales tax to fund the controversial transit plan.
 
No she is not my mother, but she is the mother of my four children, and takes fine care of me, so a huge thank-you to the mother that keeps the Deatherage's held fast.
No she is not my mother, but she is the mother of my four children, and takes fine care of me, so a huge thank-you to the mother that keeps the Deatherage's held fast.
 
Republicans Jack Wall and Brian Brown will compete in the May 8 primary for the North Carolina House District 9 seat currently held by six-term Democrat Marian McLawhorn.
Republicans Jack Wall and Brian Brown will compete in the May 8 primary for the North Carolina House District 9 seat currently held by six-term Democrat Marian McLawhorn.
 
Republicans Bob Steinburg and Owen Etheridge will compete in the May 8 primary for the North Carolina House District 1 seat currently held by nine-term Democrat Bill Owens, who isn't seeking re-election this year.
Republicans Bob Steinburg and Owen Etheridge will compete in the May 8 primary for the North Carolina House District 1 seat currently held by nine-term Democrat Bill Owens, who isn't seeking re-election this year.
 
As the John Locke Foundation predicted when the doors opened in 2008, Raleigh's city-subsidized Mint restaurant is closing its doors after a net loss of $400,000.
As the John Locke Foundation predicted when the doors opened in 2008, Raleigh's city-subsidized Mint restaurant is closing its doors after a net loss of $400,000.
 
The Washington Tourism Development Authority is making the final preparations for the Cycle NC Spring Ride and arrival of more than 1100 cyclists This Weekend!
The Washington Tourism Development Authority is making the final preparations for the Cycle NC Spring Ride and arrival of more than 1100 cyclists This Weekend!
 
Please see the attached document listing activities for all ten of our US 17 projects listed on the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).
Please see the attached document listing activities for all ten of our US 17 projects listed on the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).
 
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