Monday, August 31, 2009
Off to war: Another squadron needs support for its families back home
It could not have been easy for the 335th Fighter Squadron to look at the faces of their husbands, wives and children and to get on a plane to head to Afghanistan. But yet, the men and women who boarded...Published: Aug 31, 2009 10:32 AM Full Editorial
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Anyone out there? OK Eastern N.C. legislators, where's our health care forum?
There is a new entry on the national endangered species list -- at least as far as North Carolina goes. The public forums to answer the constituents' concerns about health care. Really, now, think about it. It did not...Published: Aug 30, 2009 12:32 AM Full Editorial
Anyone out there? OK Eastern N.C. legislators, where's our health care forum?
There is a new entry on the national endangered species list -- at least as far as North Carolina goes. The public forums to answer the constituents' concerns about health care. Really, now, think about it. It did not take...Published: Aug 30, 2009 12:32 AM Full Editorial
Friday, August 28, 2009
Outlook: Positive -- What makes excitement turn to lethargy for some children?
What makes them change? The children on the front page of today's paper are just starting their school careers -- eager and excited about their first day of kindergarten. So what happens along the way to make those smiling...Published: Aug 28, 2009 10:47 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Tax shock: North Carolina residents should prepare for April now
It did not seem like we would ever get one, but at long last, we have a state spending plan. It isn't perfect -- in fact, it stinks, if you want to know how most people really feel about...Published: Aug 27, 2009 10:38 AM Full Editorial
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Flawed, yes: Sen. Ted Kennedy was one of the last politicians of old
Today's politicians are sanitized -- scrubbed clean of their pasts by fast-talking handlers and multimillion-dollar ad campaigns. They benefit from technology that allows them to recover quickly or to avoid challenges before they become an issue -- and a...Published: Aug 26, 2009 11:41 AM Full Editorial
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Find your voice: Silent majority needs to not be so silent anymore
You have heard the term often -- "silent majority." It usually means those who believe in one way of life, who sit back and let others, with different agendas and louder voices, determine how things are going to be...Published: Aug 25, 2009 9:38 AM Full Editorial
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Hard to hear: Councilman's comments should prompt real discussion soon
You might have wished he had said it differently or that the presentation had been a little more politically correct -- or maybe not -- but no matter what you might think of the words he used, you have...Published: Aug 23, 2009 12:06 AM Full Editorial
Friday, August 21, 2009
Chance to speak: Weekend gathering is first step in talking about health care
Local businessman Frank Drohan wants you to have a chance to see it for yourself -- just like he has. That's why he printed all 1,018 pages of the Obama administration's proposed changes to health care in the United...Published: Aug 21, 2009 11:14 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Back to school: Parents, community do play a role
For the last two days, Wayne County students have been visiting their soon-to-be classrooms, waiting for the chance to start another school year. The turnout has been brisk so far for the open houses, with many parents making the...Published: Aug 20, 2009 11:28 AM Full Editorial
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Drugs a concern: Morning meth raid might be tip of iceberg of a problem
It was only 30 people -- and that might not seem like a large number when you are talking about drugs, raids and methamphetamine.But what should make every resident of Wayne County pause today as they learn about this latest...Published: Aug 19, 2009 10:55 AM Full Editorial
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Squeaky wheel: If you feel strongly, don't wait to talk about health care
There has been a lot of talk lately about the "unruly mobs" who have been flooding local town meetings across the country to rally against the proposed health care reform. And, as usual, because it is making some congressmen...Published: Aug 18, 2009 10:19 AM Full Editorial
Monday, August 17, 2009
Caring, multiplied: Community's effort for Lisa Mozingo astonishing
Tired of listening to politicians bickering? Take a break, then, and enjoy some good news from the southern end of the county. Thanks to the generosity of residents from around the area, Lisa Mozingo's family will have $50,000-plus to...Published: Aug 17, 2009 11:05 AM Full Editorial
Friday, August 14, 2009
Do no harm: Haste on health legislation a prescription for disaster
There are a lot of people who are really worried about what the debate about changes in the health care system will really mean to them. They are worried, in part, because the government is involved -- and that...Published: Aug 14, 2009 11:17 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Crucial to know: Now more than ever, citizens cannot afford to be uninformed
Some people say they do not have time to read. After all, they have busy lives, many demands on their time and children with even busier schedules than they do. So some people are turning away from keeping track...Published: Aug 13, 2009 11:00 AM Full Editorial
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
A smart assist: Graduation coach will help, but parents need to be in the game
Goldsboro High School has a graduation coach -- or at least is well on its way to adding such a position in the coming year.And that is good news, especially for the many children who might have a chance at...Published: Aug 12, 2009 10:07 AM Full Editorial
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Zones of authority: Planning board recommends, but ultimately it's up to commissioners
Planning Board Chairman Chris Cox wants to know why -- all of the sudden -- the Wayne County commissioners are keeping a little closer eye on the decisions concerning, and the direction of, the county planning process. The answer...Published: Aug 11, 2009 11:51 AM Full Editorial
Monday, August 10, 2009
Clunker lesson: Money in hands of people, not government, drives economy
Here's a scenario for you. The government offers $3,500 to $4,500 to owners of outdated and fuel inefficient vehicles to turn in their cars or trucks and to purchase new ones. Millions of people rush to take advantage of...Published: Aug 10, 2009 12:24 PM Full Editorial
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Target criminals: The real problem are those who choose to break the law
The words that the Goldsboro police officer uttered as he was struggling to subdue a fleeing suspect weren't what most of us probably would have liked to have heard come out of a law enforcement officer's mouth. No one should...Published: Aug 8, 2009 11:03 PM Full Editorial
With the budget now in place the real watching must start
State leaders got their $1 billion tax increase, so you might think that the battle is over to keep North Carolina taxpayers from bearing the brunt of the state's bad planning. Hardly. The trick now is making sure that...Published: Aug 8, 2009 10:55 PM Full Editorial
Thursday, August 6, 2009
1,018 pages: Do we really need two reams of paper for a health care bill?
There needs to be a pop quiz in Washington -- and everyone who plans to cast a vote regarding the future of this country's health care system needs to be required to take it. The questions will be based...Published: Aug 6, 2009 10:55 AM Full Editorial
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Lisa's strength: 18-year-old could have given up; but she is fighting instead
There certainly is plenty to talk about your county government today -- a veritable cornucopia of potential commentary. But that's going to wait. There is something more important to discuss today. Lisa Mozingo is a young lady who has had...Published: Aug 5, 2009 11:00 AM Full Editorial
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
A small price: Memorial ceremony is residents' chance to say 'thank you'
It is just a little bit less than a half-hour out of your life this Thursday morning. And all that is required of you is to stand, to listen and to put your hand over your heart -- or...Published: Aug 4, 2009 12:29 PM Full Editorial
Monday, August 3, 2009
Taking a stand: Controlling crime in a city has to start with new laws
Fremont officials have the right idea -- if you want to control drugs and crime in your city, the first thing you have to do is make sure there is a law that allows police to check for offenders....Published: Aug 3, 2009 11:10 AM Full Editorial