Opinion

DG MARTIN COLUMN: Smithfield’s turnaround

In a colorful full-page ad in North Carolina newspapers recently, Smithfield Foods touted its commitment to the environment. ...

Opinion

LARRY PENKAVA COLUMN: Well, when I was your age

Every generation has its customs, designed as markers to identify it as separate from the earlier age. It’s ...

Columns

DG MARTIN COLUMN: Telling an aging relative she can’t drive anymore

North Carolina is blessed with more than its share of great writers. And I am looking over some ...

Opinion

DOUG CREAMER COLUMN: Mary and Martha

The last couple of weeks have been busy. I have been working hard trying to get things done. ...

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THE LIBRARY LOOKOUT COLUMN: Audiobooks offer a different way to read

When someone feels passionate about something, they love to talk about it and share that passion with others. ...

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DG MARTIN COLUMN: Losing our best legislator

The North Carolina General Assembly is losing its best member. At least that is what the member’s dad ...

Opinion

DOUG CREAMER: More backyard adventures

I take the trash out late at night. Often, I will turn out the spotlights and stand in ...

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DG MARTIN COLUMN: College reunions take us back in time

While preparing for this month’s 60th reunion of my Davidson College class I thought about a talk I gave ...

Opinion

LIBRARY LOOKOUT COLUMN: Oceans of Possibilities:  Library Summer Reading 2022

Dive in! There are so many books to explore at your library this summer. Join us through July ...

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DEAN RIDINGS COLUMN: The time to support local news is now

Congress has an opportunity to pass legislation that benefits all local citizens, businesses and even protects our democracy. ...

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