Archives: March2007

  • English as a second language

    The whole argument for implementing an English-only requirement is repugnant. Supporters of this Us Against Them revolting mentality, the Lou Dobbsian crowd, should read the history of the English language. Language evolves, just as do the physical traits of sensate beings. (Perhaps Us Against Them, the UAT, proponents believe in the insane creationist theory?)
    The [...]

  • More about Fred Fletcher and the City of Washington NC

     Okay, I can read as well as the next person. I can also google pretty darn well also. So I’m wondering about something I found while digging around the Internets. Fred Fletcher, Jr. Flim-Flam Supreme. Mr. Slight of Development Hand. Abuser of the public trust…
    I’m hoping someone can explain this: Fred Fletcher, Jr, owns [...]

  • Realtor’s Challenge

    If the Hotel Louise project doesn’t meet state criteria by June 30, 2007 and the $750,000 grant has to be returned to the state — logically, this should not create a hiccup in the city’s attempt to attract downtown restoration & rehabilitation investments. The money was only for one building. One downtown building. Had the [...]

  • Local Carolina Hurricane’s Fan Offered Place on Official NHL Site

     Local hockey fan Jane Olsen is a Caniac. Yes, it’s true. Here in sunny Washington, NC we have some true hockey fanatics. Check out her NHL (official) blog and become a Caniac yourself.Any other folks out in Eastern NC with interesting blogs? If so, email us a link and we’ll highlight it. editor at washingtonnc [...]

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