Wednesday, February 28, 2018
Challengers: Primaries develop out of key races
Well it seems the Democrats think they can give some Republican incumbents a run for their money this November. The filing period is over, and it seems we will have some races on hour hands. First, the primaries. State House...Published: Feb 28, 2018 10:49 PM Full Editorial
Tuesday, February 27, 2018
To save lives: Committee on school safety can succeed if it sets ideology aside
The appointment by state House Speaker Tim Moore of a bipartisan House Select Committee on School Safety is a smart one. It is going to take a mixed-view approach to identify and whittle down the weaknesses in our state's schools....Published: Feb 27, 2018 11:00 PM Full Editorial
Sunday, February 25, 2018
Local pride: We can't help but feel good about what we have in our community
Difference makers and the completion of a multimillion-dollar convention center have, for the better part of the last month or so, occupied every waking hour of this staff not already dedicated to the production of your daily newspaper. Our annual...Published: Feb 25, 2018 9:42 PM Full Editorial
Wednesday, February 21, 2018
Wrong idea: Right answer. The conversation must continue toward solutions.
Rep. John Bell raised a great point the other day in a joint meeting with the school board and county commissioners after Wayne County Sheriff Larry Pierce addressed those assembled on the subject of school safety. Part of the national...Published: Feb 21, 2018 11:23 PM Full Editorial
Not to be deterred: These teens aren't talking back, they are taking charge
Should we not discuss it? Should we give in to the fear that any conversation about gun control will result in the U.S government resorting to Gestapo tactics ---- bursting through the doors of unsuspecting, law-abiding citizens and seizing their...Published: Feb 21, 2018 10:03 AM Full Editorial
Monday, February 19, 2018
Tiebreaker? All eyes on Gorsuch for union court case outcome
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch will soon be offered the chance to flex his conservative muscles in a court battle slated for Feb. 26. The subject of the case -- unions. A long-standing argument of workers who don't wish...Published: Feb 19, 2018 9:58 PM Full Editorial
Sunday, February 18, 2018
Roll call: Early, yes, but those eager to test the presidential waters wade out
Whattaya know, Joe? It seems a certain former vice president is itching for another shot at the big chair. Reports this weekend were that Joe Biden, who has run twice before, is openly contemplating a presidential bid in 2020. Biden,...Published: Feb 18, 2018 9:40 PM Full Editorial
Saturday, February 17, 2018
Romney returns: Former presidential nominee might be what the GOP needs now in Senate
Balance. Reason. Civility. Say what you will about the missteps Mitt Romney might have made is his failed presidential bid in 2012. The man showed all of the above traits in abundance. He now hopes to bring those traits and...Published: Feb 17, 2018 8:50 PM Full Editorial
Thursday, February 15, 2018
Commonality: People of goodwill affirm faith through shared humanity
It is in matters of faith where, despite the varied cultural and religious practices, we can all find common ground. The tenets of all major religions -- in the non-radicalized pockets that exist within each -- meet at the overarching...Published: Feb 15, 2018 10:19 PM Full Editorial
Wednesday, February 14, 2018
Unfathomable: The sane can't know the insane, yet we repeat behavior, too
You accept, when serving in the military, the possibility that someone close to you might die. In law enforcement, we're told, you begin each shift with the primary focus that you and the officers around you each make it home...Published: Feb 14, 2018 10:16 PM Full Editorial
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Building the ballot: Watch as midterm contests take shape
Filing is open for the upcoming midterm elections in November, and both incumbents and new candidates are tossing their respective hats in the ring. We will bringing you updates throughout the filing period -- it runs through Feb. 28 at...Published: Feb 13, 2018 11:00 PM Full Editorial
Monday, February 12, 2018
Incrementally: Allowing more time to implement class size reductions is wise
Patience has paid off for the Wayne County Public Schools system and the county government. It seems, as promised, our friends in Raleigh have been listening. And they were correct -- some things do take a while. The measure that...Published: Feb 12, 2018 10:33 PM Full Editorial
Sunday, February 11, 2018
Who's counting? As deficit climbs, it's time for some circumspection
The Senate is poised to take up immigration today and, potentially, pass meaningful legislation soon that will end the speculation for more than a million people in this country as to whether or not they will soon be deported. The...Published: Feb 11, 2018 10:41 PM Full Editorial
Wednesday, February 7, 2018
Cooperation: Residents and law enforcement share a common goal
A recent couple of arrests made by the Goldsboro Police Department speak to the necessity of communication and cooperation between residents, the city and law enforcement. A couple of councilmen, we are told, brought up some concerns to the police...Published: Feb 7, 2018 9:52 PM Full Editorial
Monday, February 5, 2018
Memoranda: Trump and Democrats wage paper fight that will resolve nothing
Take a memo. It seems abundantly clear that Washington, D.C., has descended into a kindergarten game of "did so," "did not," with no clear indication of just about anything anymore. If you back Trump then the FBI is not to...Published: Feb 5, 2018 10:44 PM Full Editorial
Sunday, February 4, 2018
Rave reviews: Honors for local events illustrate what community spirit can do
Congratulations are in order for the many hands that contributed to the pulling off of last spring's 2017 Wings Over Wayne air show. The event won top honors with the folks over at the N.C. Association of Festivals & Events....Published: Feb 4, 2018 11:26 PM Full Editorial
Saturday, February 3, 2018
As good a time as any: If you've thought of running for office, why not now?
The battle lines are drawn. Whether you are for or against 'X' or you support or oppose 'Y,' you pretty much know where you stand politically. So, if you've ever thought about serving in public office, now's as good a...Published: Feb 3, 2018 9:10 PM Full Editorial
Thursday, February 1, 2018
All on the line: Eagles hungry, Patriots too well armed
Who ya got? Super Bowl LII will kick off at about 6:30 p.m. Sunday. By now you probably know where you're watching it, what will be on the menu -- you might even have your outfit ready if you're a...Published: Feb 1, 2018 11:37 PM Full Editorial