Joan Leary retires from Town of Bayboro
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 have been a perfect match…
I N V A S I O N
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.
Melding Classroom with Homeschool
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 that combines the flexibility of…
Being A Bear In Today’s World Is Tough
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 N.C. Hwy 742, Cabarrus, Chatham,…
Antique Show Premier Wintertime Social Event
$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 Holland Coldwell Banker Seacoast Advantage…
Towns Team Up To Oppose Insurance Hikes
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 among the first to speak…
By Carolyn Garris | Register of Deeds | Beaufort County, NC I am happy to report many positive updates have been implemented in the Beaufort County Register of Deeds office. As the Register of Deeds in Beaufort County, it is my responsibility to safeguard the…
Sex Offender Arrest Pamlico County
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 Offender Registration laws of North…
Taiwan’s Elections: Implications for World
By Dexter Liu Editor’s note: A frequent contributor to this newspaper, Mr. Liu is an expert on relations between Taiwan and Communist China. On Jan. 13, William Lai of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), won the Taiwan presidency. This win was celebrated by much of…
Urgent Alert for All Homeowners!
Email comments opposing insurance rate increases All homeowners in eastern North Carolina are urged to submit public comment about staggering proposed insurance rate increases. The North Carolina Rate Bureau recently filed a request with the North Carolina Department of Insurance for an average statewide increase…
Kids These Days! | Young journalist applauds ‘thinking for oneself’
By Allison Potter Editor’s note: Allison Potter is from Aurora and studies journalism at NC State University. From bombs dropped overseas, controversial Supreme Court cases hundreds of miles away, and in state legislation being passed, there are so many things going on in the world…
Old Theater Visionary Bids Farewell
By Mary Frances Taylor “There is a role for everyone to play at The Old Theater.” This is Carla Fisher’s favorite quote and her personal belief that all people have gifts, talents, and time that can be shared with their community. The Board of Directors…
