Biden Democrats Transform USA into Banana Republic
By Steven Rader | Guest Commentary The day after the Trump verdict in Manhattan, a European news portal headlined its analysis “The Day the Democrats Putinized America.” The reference, of course, was to the false charges that Vladimir Putin brought against his top opponent Aleksi…
Pamlico County Sheriff’s Office – MEDIA RELEASE PUBLIC ASSISTANCE WANTED FELON
On Friday, June 7, 2024, Pamlico County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a reported larceny of a boat in the Dawson’s Creek area of Pamlico County. The vessel was reported stolen by the owner and was seen leaving the area, crossing the Neuse River headed toward…
School System Flexes Muscle
BAYBORO – The Pamlico County Board of Commissioners encountered a huge turnout of public commentators for Monday night’s meeting (which included all four school principals: Savannah Alexander of the Primary; Sharon Carter-Moore of the Elementary; Wade Reifsnyder of the Middle; and, Rebecca Lansche of the…
U.S. Attorney General responds to Contempt of Congress accusations
Thank you, Chairman Jordan, Ranking Member Nadler, and distinguished members of this Committee. Since I last appeared before you, the more than 115,000 employees of the Department of Justice have continued to work to fulfill our mission on behalf of the American people: to keep…
Good For Us | Easy To Gro
By Mary Houston (Tulip) Herbs!! Coming from the Catskill Mountains of New York State, growing herbs was no easy task. So it was much to my surprise that North Carolina turned out to be the perfect place to grow my favorite herbs for both cooking…
‘All-Aboard’ for Pinehurst !!!
‘All-Aboard’ for Pinehurst !!! Train to U.S. Open result of behind scenes scramble RALEIGH – N.C. Department of Transportation’s Rail Division announced this week that NC By Train (http://www.ncbytrain.org) will run a special route from Raleigh to this year’s U.S. Open in Pinehurst. “We’re thrilled…
National Anthem by Violinists Memorial Day Highlight
BAYBORO – Sisters Lila and Shelby Mehring, wearing the crisp cadet uniforms of the Navy Junior Reserve Officer Corps unit from Pamlico County High School, imparted a wistful, emotional, and evocative experience with their tandem-violin rendition of the Star Spangled Banner during observance of the…
Woke Doesn’t Mean Broke at UNC
By Adam Andrzejewski | OpenTheBooks.com Editor’s note: Mr. Andrzejewski and his staff are tenacious researchers. The County Compass is indebted to them for this report. CHAPEL HILL – The University of North Carolina’s 16 campuses spend no less than $90 million per year in pay…
Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 27th at 10 AM. Location is the County Courthouse in Bayboro. Duration of about 30 minutes. We welcome guests at the event. Some chairs will be provided but If you would be more comfortable, please bring your own. For more information, contact Larry…
Republicans to Tackle ‘Hot Topic’ Resolutions
By Cindy Sallis, GOP Delegate | Duplin County GREENSBORO – Over a thousand Republicans from across our state will pour into Greensboro for their annual Republican State Convention this weekend, May 23-26, where rights and life are to be defended! Expect to see a VERY…
‘Floating Cities’ help duo hone electrical skills for any vessel
LAST OF 4-PART SERIES By Jeff & Colyn Fleming | 12V Marine In recent weeks, many of you have seen articles about our experiences onboard ‘Icon of the Seas’ – the world’s largest (and newest) cruise ship. We are a father/son team, having worked on…
Letter Describes ‘Uncontrolled Chaos’ at Oriental Town Meeting
Mr. Martin Spratt, the developer who submitted a rezoning request for an executive RV Park in Oriental, sent the following letter dated (April 12) to the Oriental Town Mayor and Commissioners. Normally these types of letters discussing town matters would be read by the Mayor…
