News
Goldhofer Inc to establish US headquarters in Hickory
Global manufacturer of airport ground support and heavy transport equipment, Goldhofer Inc., to create 80 new jobs in Catawba County.
News
US Senate NDAA includes funding for NC military installations
The Senate Armed Services Committee advanced the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) on June 12 in an 18–9 vote, with several provisions benefiting North Carolina military installations.
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Budd backs Trump approach toward Iran
Sen. Ted Budd supports Trump’s approach to Iran, citing decades of terrorism and the threat of nuclear weapons.
Opinion
The power of a vote
Being a swing state, unlike most other states in the union, major races really can come down to a small percentage of voters. This should spotlight the privilege we have of choosing our leaders through the voting process all the more.
News
Stein expresses concern, recommends vigilance on Iran war
Concern continues to grow this week as the attacks on Iran by the US and Israel continue. US Northern Command (NORTHCOM) ordered “heightened security” at all US military installations, including those in North Carolina. Fort Bragg in Fayetteville, Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, Marine Corps Air Station New River, also in Jacksonville, and Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point have all stepped up security.
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Walker named to Trump State Department role on global religious freedom
President Donald Trump has appointed former North Carolina Congressman Mark Walker as Principal Advisor for Global Religious Freedom in the US Department of State. Walker had been awaiting US Senate confirmation for Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom after being nominated by Trump in April of 2025. Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Sen. Jim Risch reportedly...
Opinion
North Carolina should prepare for cuts
We have already entered a new Cold War with a new Axis, and policymakers inside and outside Washington need to understand fully its implications.
Opinion
Bonhoeffer: a legacy of courage and love
Perhaps this movie will inspire the Bonhoeffers of this generation to have the courage to speak out.
News
Budd releases statement on Omer Neutra murdered by Hamas
Budd speaks out on the Hamas murder of Omer Neutra.
News
Budd Calls on Turkey to extradite Hamas leaders
Senators issue a joint statement calling for Hamas leaders to be extradited to the US.
Opinion
With malice towards none: on loving your political enemies
Before you bask in the pain of your political rivals, cut off your family and friends, or blame entire people groups, consider Lincoln's counsel.
News
Budd welcomes Qatar giving Hamas the boot, but long overdue
Qatar has finally decided to give Hama terrorist leadership the boot from Doha after pressure from the United States. The move also comes days after the re-election of President Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States.
