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