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Today’s events, commentary on local issues, things to do and see, things not to do and see

Chapel Hill News

Rebekah Cowell — ECPC’s bestest bud and Dead Mule ass ed, writes swell article today about Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. Read up…

2008 07 20 Swamp Pundit Comments (0)

TS Cristobal

Time to hang the front porch ferns out in the rain. Give the anoles a shower. “Hey baby, hey baby!” Not seeing a need to hunker for this one but we did check the batteries on the radio…

And thanks to whomever. The woman who lives at the corner of Charlotte St. & Main St. no [...]

2008 07 20 Swamp Pundit Comments (0)

Charlotte St. and Main St. intersection

Okay. The woman who lives on the corner of aforementioned streets needs to stop parking and blocking the entrance to the end of Charlotte. She’s doing it on purpose to stop legal flow down a public road. And it’s a fire hazard. If a fire breaks out at Builder’s Supply lumberyard, the snorkel trucks and [...]

2008 07 09 Swamp Pundit Comments (0)

Another Fallen Hero

Army SPC Joel Allen Taylor
December 24, 1987 - June 24, 2008
Tragedy transcends political will.

2008 07 02 Swamp Pundit Comments (0)

ECU, PCMH Water supply SAFE

Thanks to our readers, we received positive information regarding some of the water in Gville.

2008 06 25 Swamp Pundit Comments (0)

City of Greenville, NC water supply contaminated

On WITN just now — the Greenville NC water supply is contaminated with e coli. The problem should be resolved within 48 hours. Customers are advised to boil water until further notice.
Nice.
In Costa Rica, the water company turns off the water completely until problems are resolved. Maybe that’s a really good idea. But an entire [...]

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2008 06 25 Swamp Pundit Comments (2)

Southern Yard Art

Since the rain’s been a bit scarce here in eastern NC, it’s time to cover the yard with alternatives to greenery. Like some swell new yard art – picture your lawn is gnome-like splendor. Or better. Maybe you need a weather vane. A hummingbird feeder. A squirrel playground. You don’t have to water yard art. [...]

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2008 06 25 Swamp Pundit Comments (0)

Local Writer published by Crane’s Bill Books

ECPC head writer and only writer, Swamp Pundit, is featured in new prose collection titled: 31. [click there for information and to order the book]
A big fan of The World’s Smallest Book, [click there to read the Popmatter's review] Valerie Macewan, that’s me, is thrilled to be a part of this new US publishing coup [...]

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2008 06 20 Swamp Pundit Comments (0)

Immigration reform.

How about the truly magnificent effort to restore Ellis Island? Where did your ancestors originally disembark? Or do you claim an indigenous genealogy? Nothing like a family tree to make one think, to create a pause in the moment. Visit EllisIsland.org and read about the project. Remember those who came before you…

2008 06 19 admin Comments (0)

Importance of Resistance Training For Women

Many women nowadays are into resistance training. Many get into resistance training programs engaging into sports. Resistance training is important for women. It allows you to be active and have a healthy body. You may also gain the needed strength and physically built muscles.
Before you start lifting weights, you should know the proper ways [...]

2008 05 30 admin Comments (0)

UNLAWFUL WORKPLACE HARASSMENT PREVENTIVE PLAN

CCPS Directive No. C.4

Starting page C.4 through 5
DEFINITION
Unlawful Workplace Harassment is unwelcome or unsolicited speech or conduct based upon race, sex, creed, religion, national origin, age, color, or handicapping condition as defined by G.S. 168A-3 that creates a hostile work environment or circumstances involving quid pro quo.
Hostile Work Environment is one that both a reasonable [...]

2008 05 16 Swamp Pundit Comments (0)

Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, May 10th, Today

National Association of Letter Carriers collects non-perishable food items today. Help stamp out hunger.
Put your food donation at your mailbox and your carrier will pick it up — it will be delivered to a local food bank or pantry.

2008 05 10 Swamp Pundit Comments (0)

Swamp Spiders are here, Momma! Let’s go see ‘em.

It’s that time of year again. No, not bow hunting for possum! Silly! The Spiders are back in the estuary. Little- known Bolivian Monolithic Swamp Spiders arrive every May just around Mother’s Day. These members of the Bolivian Dirt Daubing Spider family are elusive, extremely hairy, and have long legs. They arrive by balloon cocoons, [...]

2008 05 09 Swamp Pundit Comments (0)

A pair of shoes for a baby or a Band-Aid on a bullet wound?

It’s both. $20 is $20. To lift the gas tax for the summer? Not gonna’ affect gas prices because the will of the corporate soul rules this country.
The real dialog here is about the big Band-Aid tax-payers are going to receive over the next week. The Bush Band-Aid. The Economic Incentive.
Hey, $600 buys a pair [...]

2008 05 06 Swamp Pundit Comments (0)

Throw pillow for stress relief? Maybe…

Stress is the curse of living in modern times. Everyone suffers from stress. And the stress we suffer takes a heavy toll on our bodies, emotions and minds.
Feeling stressed out, worn out by fatigue or just simply having a miserable day, the best thing to do is relax.
Watching television may be a form of relaxation [...]

2008 05 05 admin Comments (0)