Tuesday, October 31, 2006
We can’t wait: Danger of gang activity cannot be ignored
The issue of gangs in Wayne and Duplin counties is not a new one. Local law enforcement officials have been discussing gangs, and the crime that usually goes along with them, for more than a year — and even longer...Published: Oct 31, 2006 10:54 AM Full Editorial
Saturday, October 28, 2006
Vote for access: Choose judges who understand public’s right to know
You might wonder why you should care about your newspaper’s ability to access records about the dealings of your government and other public entities. After all, that’s our job to dig up secret information that public officials would rather we...Published: Oct 28, 2006 8:58 PM Full Editorial
Friday, October 27, 2006
Eastern focus: Would-be legislators better keep region as priority
There is a phenomenon that happens to some legislators at the state and federal level when they get into office — they forget where they came from. For some, this manifests in all sorts of decisions that puzzle their constituents....Published: Oct 27, 2006 10:53 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, October 26, 2006
Caring for others: WATCH nurse made health care for everyone her mission
Kathy Johnson is not someone whose name you will hear in everyday conversation. But if you are a client of the WATCH van services, you probably know her well. And if you have been involved at all with the organization...Published: Oct 26, 2006 11:34 AM Full Editorial
Wednesday, October 25, 2006
THE CHARGE — Resegregation is a battle cry; let’s talk cause and solutions
Sometimes when officials really don’t want to deal with an issue they throw around words meant to startle, cajole or otherwise shame a public body into taking some action — any action — whether it is the right one or...Published: Oct 25, 2006 11:13 AM Full Editorial
Tuesday, October 24, 2006
Volunteer heroes: Medal of Honor recipient one of many who choose to serve
Jack Lucas is a hero. At a very young age, the now-78-year-old Medal of Honor recipient decided that saving his comrades in arms was much more important than worrying about his own safety. So, without thinking too much — there...Published: Oct 24, 2006 11:13 AM Full Editorial
Monday, October 23, 2006
No vote, no voice: Keeping quiet on Election Day no way to run a country
The new prediction from the ever-vigilant political pundits is that many Americans — in this case, primarily Republicans — will not be heading to the polls this November to protest what they see as a total failure to meet objectives...Published: Oct 23, 2006 12:31 PM Full Editorial
Saturday, October 21, 2006
It’s too quiet: Time for earnest conversation about school facilities
Hear the sound of crickets? That is the only noise that is accompanying the deafening silence that has followed the weeks of talk about school facilities needs in Wayne County. After traveling to six high schools across the county, members...Published: Oct 21, 2006 8:59 PM Full Editorial
Friday, October 20, 2006
Yes, take a look: Parents can help stop sex crimes before they happen
Another day and another potential child sex crime stopped because of an investigation by a local law enforcement agency. And, what makes it so scary, is that this is not just one — but one of many. There is a...Published: Oct 20, 2006 11:17 AM Full Editorial
Yes, take a look: Parents can help stop sex crimes before they happen
Another day and another potential child sex crime stopped because of an investigation by a local law enforcement agency. And, what makes it so scary, is that this is not just one — but one of many. There is a...Published: Oct 20, 2006 11:06 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, October 19, 2006
Who is willing? A few are leading the many when it comes to volunteering
Visit any of the local boards or volunteer organizations in this county and you will likely see many of the same faces. That’s the way of the world these days. With increasingly busy schedules, many people find themselves barely getting...Published: Oct 19, 2006 11:21 AM Full Editorial
Wednesday, October 18, 2006
Talking schools: Listening to concerns and acting will change future
Although in Wayne County the discussions have focused primarily on facilities and the Duplin County School District’s meetings dealt with more than just bricks and mortar, the efforts by both districts to listen to their communities’ concerns could be key...Published: Oct 18, 2006 11:43 AM Full Editorial
Tuesday, October 17, 2006
Reason to worry: Rogue nations and nuclear weapons just don’t mix
These days, hearing threats against the United States and its “imperialistic” and “aggressive” attempts to rule the world are nothing new. So, sometimes when another rogue nation like North Korea threatens us or announces its decision to reject United Nations...Published: Oct 17, 2006 1:04 PM Full Editorial
Monday, October 16, 2006
Safe not sorry: Knowing how to handle tragedy is best defense
No one wants to think about a shooting happening in Wayne County. A nice community like this, a parent would be justified in thinking, shouldn’t have that sort of violence. That is a worry for a larger county or...Published: Oct 16, 2006 11:09 AM Full Editorial
Sunday, October 15, 2006
Higher standard: Perhaps we need to care about what really matters
Another day and another 25 minutes of nothing about what actor Mel Gibson might have said to a police officer on a traffic stop after having had much too much to drink. You would think by the way the national...Published: Oct 15, 2006 12:36 AM Full Editorial
Friday, October 13, 2006
Your team: Sunday is Wayne County’s chance to see airmen fly
The Home Team. When you read that’s what the members of the Seymour Johnson Air Force Base F-15E demonstration team consider themselves, it should make you feel kind of proud. This group of men has been working pretty hard to...Published: Oct 13, 2006 11:13 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, October 12, 2006
Big bucks tossed: High-dollar campaigns are sign of need for reform
Are you sitting down? There is actually a race for a North Carolina seat in the U.S. House of Representatives that has already cleared the multi-million dollar mark in donations. That’s right, we said millions. Incumbent Rep. Charles Taylor, a...Published: Oct 12, 2006 11:45 AM Full Editorial
Wednesday, October 11, 2006
The real story: Lt. Gen. Karl Eikenberry tells story from the trenches
Over the next few months, there will be a whole lot of finger-pointing, blame-throwing and all manner of posturing about what is succeeding and what isn’t in the Bush administration’s policies in the Middle East. And although, for now, Iraq...Published: Oct 11, 2006 11:10 AM Full Editorial
Tuesday, October 10, 2006
More than fish: Wayne County Shriners offer hope for children
You might not know Katie Walker, although if you ever hear her voice, you would never forget her. And if you bought a fish lunch or dinner from the Wayne County Shriners last week, you probably helped fund a program...Published: Oct 10, 2006 11:05 AM Full Editorial
Monday, October 9, 2006
Another success: Wayne County’s fair crew deserves pat on the back
As Wayne County residents made their way around the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair this past week, they might not have realized just how much work went into making sure fun was had by all. Fair manager Milton Ingram, his staff...Published: Oct 9, 2006 11:28 AM Full Editorial
Sunday, October 8, 2006
Your responsibility: Before entering voting booth, get to know the candidates
The date is drawing near when Wayne County residents are going to have to get out and choose whom they want to see in some key positions in their county. Although there are only a few major races on the...Published: Oct 8, 2006 12:16 AM Full Editorial
Friday, October 6, 2006
Multiple offerings: Cultural aspect is important for Wayne County, too
Now that the decision is final that city officials will be building not only a new Paramount Theater, but also a community building for local residents, it might be time to think about developing something else for Goldsboro and Wayne...Published: Oct 6, 2006 11:29 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, October 5, 2006
Remembering: Violence we have seen can help us stop future tragedies
Few of us probably have forgotten the day that two high school students took guns into Columbine High School in Colorado and opened fire on their classmates in a library. We were shocked then, surprised that something this horrible could...Published: Oct 5, 2006 11:01 AM Full Editorial
Wednesday, October 4, 2006
Sad day for all: Town’s loss is being handled with a faith to be admired
For the people of Lancaster County, life will never be the same. This week, one of their own, a man they went to church with and whose children were beside theirs in school, took a gun and shot six Amish...Published: Oct 4, 2006 11:09 AM Full Editorial
Tuesday, October 3, 2006
There’s still time: Come out and see what’s going on at your county fair
As busy as families are these days, sometimes they do not take the time to appreciate what they have right here at home. That’s what makes this week’s Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair such a can’t-miss opportunity. And it is not...Published: Oct 3, 2006 11:18 AM Full Editorial
Sunday, October 1, 2006
Hindsight for sale: Woodwar’s Iraq book arrives during campaign season
Forget for the moment whether you think former reporter Bob Woodward really has the scoop on the real truth behind the war in Iraq. You could be excused, however, if you were sort of hoping that a man who has...Published: Oct 1, 2006 12:04 AM Full Editorial