For the children

No. 888: Silence of the Lambs

Who says American journalists are a bunch of pussycats, just because they won’t print a scary cartoon of Muhammad?

250 years later, Halifax Resolves still shape NC’s place in history

On the 250th anniversary of the Halifax Resolves, North Carolina highlights its early leadership in the push for independence and its lasting historical impact.

AdventHealth Weaverville breaks ground after CON delay

The state first approved the 67-bed CON for the facility in 2022, but then a rival, HCA/Mission, sought to block their project, appealing the decision.

Leandro should have ended long ago

For all the confusion, finger-pointing, and rancor that accompanied the North Carolina Supreme Court’s final ruling in the Leandro school-finance case, the primary emotion it conjured in me was relief. This is likely the last time I’ll feel compelled to comment on the matter. I have many acquaintances, and some cherished friends, who are very...