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Jane Phillips: The Washington Family Dynasty of Kinston, NC - Part 2
Read about how the Kinston to Goldsboro railroad started, what hardtack is, the impact of the Civil War to business in Lenoir County, and more as Jane Phillips shares the life of John Cobb Washington.
Junious Smith: The football playoffs start today
Junious Smith III prepares for the football postseason while delivering the matchups for all five playoff teams in the Eastern Carolina Conference.
Dr. Escabi: We all need help sometimes
Do you know someone that needs help but they’re reluctant to ask for it? Dr. Fernando Escabi-Mendez has some timely advice for you.
Reece Gardner: Florida recount may have opened new can of worms
Neuse News columnist Reece Gardner shares his views on the Sunshine State’s election woes.
Jon Dawson: What really happened during election night in Lenoir County
Award-winning columnist and author Jon Dawson recaps a very, very busy Election Night at the Neuse News studios.
Justin Barnett: What does the Bible teach about tattoos?
Columnist and minister Justin Barnett shares his Biblical views on tattoos.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Delicious and healthy, fresh, local pecans
Pecans are packed with protein, fiber, heart-healthy fats, and 19 vitamins and minerals. Did you know that?
Jane Phillips: The Washington Family Dynasty of Kinston, NC - Part 1
Learn about John Washington, who may have been the father of the most illustrious children ever born into a family in Kinston, North Carolina.
Smith: The Possible End of a Wild Era
Junious Smith III reflects a bit on the end of a wild regular season while looking at the final games before the postseason.
Whitney Grady: A tribute to teachers, coaches and community members
Neuse News Columnist Whitney Grady gives a tribute to the teachers and coaches and community members who help raise our kids.
Reece Gardner: The election is over
Before I get into the discussion of some of the results of our recent election, I just want to express my gratitude to so many wonderful people outside our immediate family who have shown great love and compassion to My Emma and me during her ongoing illness.
Mike Parker: On Election Day, exercise your right to vote
I have had this conversation with a number of people through the years. When a person complains about politicians, legislative actions, or decisions by state, local, or national government, I ask one question: “Did you vote?”
Jon Dawson: Bryan Hanks must be stopped
Bryan Hanks is the only person I know who earns frequent flyer miles while driving to the grocery store.
Wandra Williams: The power in saying 'Thank you'
Rev. Wandra Williams debuts her religion column, in which she teaches us to be thankful.
Smith: We Can't Have Friday Night Football, Can We
Junious Smith III talks about the randomness of dates for this season, along with a breakdown of Thursday’s games.
John Nix: Why all six amendments matter
Lenoir County GOP leader John Nix gives his advice on how to vote on the six N.C. constitutional amendments.
Reece Gardner: Prejudging others
I want to direct my remarks today to the subject of prejudging others, which most
of us do from time to time.
Mike Parker: The miracle of the Neuse II depends on your support
On Friday, Nov. 2, the CSS Neuse Foundation will host its rescheduled “Wings Over the Neuse,” the foundation’s single largest annual fundraiser. Sales and delivery will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 2, and continue until all wings have flown the coup.
Texting, smoking while trick-or-treating frowned upon
That's right - a group of teenage boys and girls were asking for candy with lit cigarettes in their mouths. "You may want to try the doctor's house at the end of the block," I said. "I hear he's passing out Nicorette this year."