Opinion

JOHN HOOD COLUMN: Winners still flirt with swing voters

RALEIGH — Carolina Journal’s first post-primary survey is out. It shows our state’s 2024 general elections will be,…

Opinion

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Give us sanctuary from Daylight Saving Time

Now that the county commissioners have dealt with the non-issue of fluoridated drinking water, here’s the next problem…

Sports

DAN KIBLER COLUMN: On the hunt for wild turkey

I was thinking the other day that I really need to start scouting for turkey season. It will…

Opinion

MIKE WALDEN COLUMN: What are the key challenges for N.C.’s future?

Long ago, my father told me it was always good to look ahead. Why? Because problems may appear…

Opinion

JOHN HOOD COLUMN: Disappointing primaries lacked substance

RALEIGH — Party nominations for North Carolina’s 2024 elections are, for the most part, decided. Just four races…

Opinion

JOHN HOOD COLUMN: Common fallacies impede sound policy

RALEIGH — Those who advocate rational public policy, based on a thorough understanding of the principles of human…

Opinion

HORTICULTURE COLUMN: Great time for garden planning

February through March is a crucial time for the home gardener. While there may not be significant activity…

Opinion

DOUG CREAMER COLUMN: Hope in the future

Last week was the annual State DECA Competition. DECA is an association of marketing students. You may be…

Opinion

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Hate will never solve a problem

A young conservative friend of mine in Albemarle once said I was the only Democrat he actually respected…

Opinion

OPINION: Lawmakers need to act now opioid epidemic

For over three and a half decades, the Safer Communities Ministry has helped transform the lives of North…