Commentary/Opinion
You Decide: Where Are We On The Inflation Battle?
By Mike Walden Price inflation was one of the top issues in the 2024 presidential election. People were tired of…
Opinion: Carolina Patriots Showed Their Resolve
By John Hood RALEIGH — Our state’s official seal presents North Carolina as a series of dualities. In the background…
Why I Teach: A Story Of Heart Over Hype
By Dr. Ken Robol At Johnston Community College, we may not have the deep pockets or shiny new buildings of…
You Decide: Is It Code Red For The Economy?
By Mike Walden Recently, the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis released its quarterly GDP report, the first of the year…
National Police Week: Supporting Law Enforcement
National Police Week is May 11 – 17, 2025 By: A.Z Williams As someone who has been in public safety…
Opinion: Agriculture Faces Severe Labor Shortage
By John Hood RALEIGH — Recessions hurt. North Carolina’s headline unemployment rate hit 11.2% during the peak of the Great…
Opinion: Higher Costs Threaten Housing Affordability
By John Hood RALEIGH — Few states are adding housing stock more quickly than our state — but far too…
You Decide: Who Controls The Federal Reserve?
By Mike Walden One of my favorite topics, both when I was teaching at NC State University and now as…
Letter To Editor: Life Jackets Save Lives, But Only If They Are Worn
A close call on Holt’s Lake in Johnston County is a reminder of how important it is to wear a…
Opinion: Andrew Jackson Was No Protectionist
By John Hood RALEIGH — Shortly before Donald Trump’s return to the White House, staffers made sure to rehang an…
