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Editorial: Chamber upheaval disappointing

A change in direction at the chamber could have been handled better Published: Feb. 5, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Dr. Kahdy pushes employees to work hard

Dr. Kahdy is a role model. Published: Feb. 5, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Letter: Human abuse should trump farm animals

Human abuse is more important than animal abuse. Published: Feb. 5, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Editorial: Privette earned recognition

Jenny Privette’s lifetime of work in and around Zebulon was more than enough to warrant honoring her. Published: Feb. 5, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Column: Men dressed as women brings laughter

Last week’s womanless beauty pageant was a great way to spend an evening. Published: Feb. 5, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Editorial: Space remains at a premium

Wendell commissioners revisit the overcrowding problem at town hall. Published: Jan. 29, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Editorial: Shooting straight with workers

Knightdale officials say they created a job specifically for an employee simply to allow her to reach retirement. Published: Jan. 29, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Column: Dance is a fun way to raise money

Dancing all day long would be tiring, but it can be a lot of fun. Published: Jan. 29, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Editorial: A real red-letter day

Anticipation has been building for the day students would finally have their own clubhouse. Published: Jan. 22, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Column: Life can be a moving picture frame

People move into and out of our lives with startling rapidity. Published: Jan. 22, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Editorial: A difficult stand to take

Zebulon Mayor Bob Matheny is right to question the wisdom of giving away the town’s most precious resource. Published: Jan. 22, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Entailments shouldn’t bankrupt the country

Is this the right time to raise Social Security? Published: Jan. 22, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Column: Will we care about a primary race?

Four years ago, famous people came to Zebulon to campaign for president. But will it matter this year? Published: Jan. 15, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Editorial: How we live out the dream

Integration is a dream we haven’t fully embraced. Published: Jan. 15, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Editorial: Light show a boon

The Lake Myra Light compromise promises to be a win-win. Published: Jan. 15, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Column: A very cool addition in Zebulon

If you drive far enough down Shepard School Road, you can’t help but see the new Boys & Girls Club that’s been rising over the past few months. Published: Jan. 8, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Editorial: Knightdale’s big gamble

Town leaders hope that a major investment in a park will lure development and raise the quality of living, while boosting the fortunes of Old Town. Published: Jan. 8, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Editorial: Start the lobbying process

It takes a long, long time to get a road built in North Carolina. Published: Jan. 8, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Column: Piner is Wendell’s ace in the hole

Interim town manager Teresa Piner has proven to be a savvy observer of the political scene. This might be the right time for her to advance. Published: Jan. 3, 2012 11:07 AM | Full story

Editorial: A good idea, not well-received

Knightdale becomes the latest town to bow out of hosting the Renaissance Faire and the future of the event looks bleak at best. Published: Jan. 2, 2012 3:04 PM | Full story

Dedicated volunteer gave faithfully

Many of you may not have known Ms. Choretta Williams, who passed away Dec. 15. You see, Choretta was one of those people who quietly volunteered to make our community better for all of us. I was privileged to meet Choretta nearly 10 years ago, when she came in Helping Hands Mission with another customer. She fell in love with the place and we fell in love with her! Published: Jan. 1, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Editorial: Our hopes for a new year

As we change the calendar and say good bye to 2011, we spring eternal that 2012 will be a good year for many. Published: Jan. 1, 2012 12:00 AM | Full story

Editorial: Wishing you a merry Christmas

It’s been a long 365 days since the last time big swaths of the world stopped spinning long enough to celebrate the Christmas holiday. Published: Dec. 25, 2011 12:00 AM | Full story

Column: A quiet disposition comes to life on stage

Abbey Dean didn’t plan a high school career on stage, but it’s been good for her. Published: Dec. 25, 2011 12:00 AM | Full story

Editorial: Remember those with less

As most of us gather round holiday tables filled with rich food, there are those among us who are living a very different life. Published: Dec. 25, 2011 12:00 AM | Full story

Bring a blanket to the needy year round

If a child is cold, donate a blanket Published: Dec. 25, 2011 12:00 AM | Full story

Column: Spend your money in Wendell

Residents want more retail opportunities in Wendell, but to make that happen, they must spend their money in Wendell. Published: Dec. 18, 2011 12:00 AM | Full story

Column: Looking for good things to come

In the wake of November’s elections, Wendell gained two new commissioner and an old mayor who’s new again. Published: Dec. 18, 2011 12:00 AM | Full story

Column: Aileen Parish lived a full, rich life

Her death last week at 85, came as a surprise to everyone who knew her. Published: Dec. 11, 2011 12:00 AM | Full story

Editorial: Downtown merchants pitching in

We’ve been impressed by the willingness of many downtown shopkeepers to work together. Published: Dec. 11, 2011 12:00 AM | Full story


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