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Bill Lawrence’s life spoke volumes
Bill Lawrence, who passed away last week at the age of 82, has been widely lauded for his accomplishments as a businessman and philanthropist. But for those who attended his funeral service last w...
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It’s hot, but we’re not complaining
To say that it has been hot in recent days is an understatement of the first degree. Make that the first degrees. The state’s two largest cities reported highs in the hundreds on Sunday. Raleigh c...
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Board right to pull ‘Shook Clause’
It’s no secret Linda Shook doesn’t have a ton of fans on the Lee County Board of Commissioners. Always vocal, often in opposition and at times abrasive, Shook is usually the “one” when there’s a 6...
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Lottery and sweepstakes one in the same
Two state stories on largely the same subject have caught our eyes this week. First, on Monday, the North Carolina Education Lottery reported a 10 percent increase in sales over the last year tha...
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Raven Rock experience enhanced
The Raven Rock State Park experience has improved dramatically with a new visitors’ center open at the Harnett County landmark. With exhibits and displays and information about the park, Raven Roc...
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