Thursday, March 28, 2024


Social Security Matters – Should A Working Widow Claim Now Or Wait?

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By AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor Association of Mature American Citizens Dear Rusty: My husband died 13 years ago at age 50. I am...

Bigger Government Isn’t The Answer

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By JOHN HOOD RALEIGH — Is it the job of government to make you happy? While it may seem like a straightforward question, there are...

You Decide: How Can Homeowners Cope With High Interest Rates?

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By Mike Walden One of the busiest times of my career as a faculty member at North Carolina State University was 40 years...

Opinion: Biden’s Budget Consensus Can’t Last

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By John Hood RALEIGH — Newly elected U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards of North Carolina’s 11th District attended his first State of the Union address...

Opinion: Most Communities Have A Crime Problem

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By John Hood RALEIGH — In a recent column, I argued that cities would draw more investment and job creation to their downtowns if...

You Decide: How Has The Economic Pie And Its Slices Changed?

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By Dr. Mike Walden With the holiday season upon us, it is appropriate that pie is on my mind. Incidentally, my favorite is lemon...

Opinion: Lawmakers Propose Electing State School Board

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By John Hood RALEIGH — Does North Carolina’s governance system for public schools need a radical overhaul? That’s what some state lawmakers are proposing....

Bring Young Kids Back To School

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By JOHN HOOD RALEIGH — Most North Carolina schoolchildren began this academic year trying to learn from home rather than at school. How’s it going...

You Decide: Is Round Two Of The COVID Recession On The Way?

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By Dr. Mike Walden Just when we thought things were getting better, could they go the other way and get worse?   For most of the...

Opinion: North Carolina Song Evokes Wonder

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By John Hood RALEIGH — One of the most hauntingly beautiful songs you’ll ever hear at Christmastime originated right here in North Carolina. John Jacob...