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Opinion
The hoarder who helmed our state
The Third Provincial Congress had to set up a new government for a province in rebellion. Fortunately, they also had a talented leader in Samuel Johnston.
Opinion
We need a constitutional amendment to control NC property taxes
The proposed constitutional amendment limits annual taxable value increases on primary residences to the lower of 3% or CPI, and the total increase to 20%.
Opinion
Latest CJ Poll has warning to GOP on tariffs, prices
When asked what the key point of financial stress was in their lives, voters chose high prices (46%) and health care costs (22%) over debt (10%), low wages (8%), or low savings (7%).
Opinion
The most valuable coastal resource is its people
As environmentalists at various state agencies over regulate at the expense of well-established traditional coastal industries, coastal residents are rightfully peacefully rebelling.
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No kings. And no czars.
Opinion
Half a billion in taxpayer dollars, still no clear plan
At a time when Hurricane Helene recovery and infrastructure funds need strengthening, this $500M should be directed to priorities with clear, measurable returns.
Opinion
NC’s explosive economic growth demands smart policy
Sustaining momentum from recent years requires intentional, bipartisan legislative action to address the challenges that accompany growth — workforce development, housing, infrastructure, and competitiveness.
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DC homicide detective
Opinion
Democrats will soon fall to third place
Since 2010, the number of independent voters has grown by 1.5 million and the GOP by nearly 350,000, while Democratic registrations shrank by more than 450,000.
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Mitigating Chronic Wasting Disease in NC’s whitetail deer
Deer infected with CWD are called “Zombie deer,” as the disease slowly reduces bodily function, prompting the deer to act disoriented and unaware, foam at the mouth, and become malnourished.
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Top court could decide when searches pass the smell test
A case at the North Carolina Supreme Court could clarify when an odor allows law enforcement officers to conduct a warrantless search.
