The County Compass

At approximately 12:36 am Saturday morning (Feb. 3), a CSX train traveling on Norfolk Southern tracks derailed 14 cars near Aurora. Four of the derailed cars were empty and 10 were carrying molten sulphur. CSX worked collaboratively with Norfolk Southern…

AURORA – Sherri Hollister is now published by Cushing Publishing. She describes her popular genre as ‘historical cozy mysteries.’ One recent novel has even been renamed – ‘How to Sabotage A Wild West Show’ – certainly an intriguing title! Meet…

By Allison Potter Editor’s note: Allison is a journalism student at NC State University. She offers a unique perspective as she will be voting for the very first time in the March 5 primary. Precincts, primaries, and what-not: the world…

RALEIGH –Monday, March 11, is the day that legal sports wagering can begin in North Carolina for those age 21 and up. Those who are so inclined must have established accounts with a licensed operator; and, if so, they can…

After decades of loyal service, Joan Leary has stepped down as Town Clerk. In a well-attended ceremony Tuesday evening, citizens and elected officials praised Leary as multi-talented, congenial, and detail-oriented. All agreed that her ever present smile, and cheerful nature…

Watch a four-minute video that explains the ‘Darien Gap’ between Panama & Colombia. A new bridge and possible road may eliminate this lingering geographic hurdle that now impedes illegal immigration.

By Tina Cowell PAMLICO COUNTY – In an exciting development for homeschooling families in the area, a new hybrid Christian school is set to open its doors in September 2024. Grace Fellowship Academy aims to provide a unique educational experience…

Here we present 12 reasons for a ban of bear hunts using dogs By Bill Lea NORTH CAROLINA – Hunting bears with dogs is prohibited in the following counties or parts of counties: Alamance south of I-85, Anson west of…

$10 Ticket Admits All Three Days – Feb. 2, 3 & 4 Gold – Freshwater Beer Co. Silver – The Chelsea Bronze – Winfred McCoy, Union Home Mortgage Bronze – Jamie Schmidt Beitel, Bravo Tango Property Management Bronze – Linda…

RALEIGH – Our appreciation to Minnesott Beach town councilman Sarge O’Donnell (left) and Arapahoe mayor Kenny Heath who joined forces early Monday morning to attend a ‘public comment forum’ in Raleigh on proposed homeowners’ insurance rate increases. The duo were…

On Thursday, January 18, 2024, Pamlico County Sheriff’s deputies arrested Keith Andrew Hawk, 58, of Bayboro, NC, for Failure to Register as a Sex Offender. Hawk was arrested following an investigation that revealed Hawk failed to comply with the Sex…