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Source: Dr. John Stamey
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Bigfoot (and more) Column: The Right Questions

March 21, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

By Dr. John Stamey The following sentence prompted me to write this short opinion essay. “When you ask the wrong questions, no matter how sound those questions may be, the answers never come.” This comes from […]

Job and Resource Fair 2019 flyer. Source: Bill Crabtree, Town of Wake Forest
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Wake Forest Job and Resource Fair is Mar. 29

March 21, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Wake Forest, North Carolina Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will host a Job & Resource Fair on Friday, March 29, 2019, 9am-4:30pm. Designed for area residents ages 15-21 years-old, the event will […]

The first aerospace accelerator at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory will give startups the opportunity to apply for a three-month program to help JPL develop new technology for space. Source: NASA/JPL-Caltech
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NASA’s JPL Seeking Applicants for First Space Accelerator

March 21, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

NASA’s first aerospace accelerator program, co-sponsored by the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena, California, will select 10 startup companies to take part in a three-month pilot program to develop new technologies for space. Applications […]

Investigative reporter Nellie Bly. Source: David Forsythe/Wet Rocks Media
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Book Highlights Irish Contributions to The Wider World

March 16, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

What have the Irish ever done for us? As we celebrate Ireland and all things Irish this St. Patrick’s Day, there is no better time to also reflect on the Irish contribution to the wider […]

Astronauts (from left) Anne McClain and David Saint-Jacques are pictured in between a pair of spacesuits that are stowed and serviced inside the Quest airlock where U.S. spacewalks are staged. Credits: NASA
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NASA TV to Air Three Upcoming Spacewalks

March 16, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Four astronauts are preparing for their first spacewalks outside the International Space Station, scheduled for March 22, March 29, and April 8, 2019. Live coverage of the spacewalks will air on NASA Television and the agency’s […]

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Wake Forest Accepting Food Truck Vendor Applications for July 3 “Fireworks Spectacular”

March 15, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Town of Wake Forest will accept applications from food truck vendors who are interested in participating in the 2019 Fireworks Spectacular. Applications will be accepted until the deadline of Tuesday, April 30, 2019. This […]

Girls who count - Pi Day, Charlotte, NC
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Luncheon with 100 Charlotte High School “Girls Who Count” Celebrated Pi Day

March 15, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Featured remarks by the daughter of NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson (Hidden Figures), Mayor Vi Lyles, and TODAY Show’s Jean Chatzky In celebration of National Pi Day, the annual holiday of mathematicians everywhere, Ally Financial held […]

Rooftop solar at Faith Community Church, Greensboro NC. Source: NC WARN
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Pressure Builds against Duke Energy’s Long-range Plan for NC

March 15, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

A ruling is expected any day on a regulatory hearing that could determine if North Carolina will finally join growing global efforts to avert runaway climate chaos or allow Duke Energy to continue driving humanity […]

Photo from a prior year's Easter Eggstravaganza. Source: City of Rocky Mount
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Imperial Centre Easter Eggstravaganza to Offer an Afternoon of Fun

March 14, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Rocky Mount’s largest Easter egg hunt is quickly approaching. Bring your child down to the Imperial Centre for the Arts & Sciences, 270 Gay Street, Rocky Mount, North Carolina on Sunday, April 14, 2019, 2-4pm, […]

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“Carolina Prize” Writing Contest Begins Accepting Submissions Mar. 15

March 14, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) Writers’ Guild is sponsoring its fifth annual FCAC Writers’ Guild Carolina Prize writing contest.  It is open to writers of any age and location for previously unpublished (this includes […]

The USAF Thunderbirds on May 8, 2011 in Smyrna, TN. Photo: US Air Force photo/Staff Sgt Richard Rose Jr.
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“One of the World’s Best Air Shows” Coming Up Apr. 27-28 in Goldsboro

March 14, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

“Wings Over Wayne is one of the world’s best air shows,” said Chuck Allen, Mayor of Goldsboro, North Carolina. “Seymour Johnson does a phenomenal job attracting the best lineup of airpower and performers, alongside the F-15E Strike […]

One of the labels released with the Duke's Shorty Sausages recall. Source: USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service
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Product Tampering Leads to Recall of “Shorty Sausages” Nationwide

March 14, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Monogram Meat Snacks, LLC Recalls Pork Sausage Products Due to Possible Product Contamination On March 13, 2019, Monogram Meat Snacks, LLC, a Martinsville, Va. establishment, ussied a recall for approximately 191,928 pounds of ready-to-eat pork […]

Dog Walk and Woofstock 2019 flyer. Source: Tara Lynn, SPCA of Wake County
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Saving 2,041 Lives, One Dog Walker at A Time

March 13, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) of Wake County invites animal lovers in the Triangle and across North Carolina to saves lives through its annual Dog Walk and Woofstock event. This […]

Panarama compiled from Opportunity Rover images of Mars. Source: Jet Propulsion Laboratory
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Opportunity’s Parting Shot Was a Beautiful Panorama

March 13, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Over 29 days last spring, NASA’s Mars Exploration Rover Opportunity documented this 360-degree panorama from multiple images taken at what would become its final resting spot in Perseverance Valley. Located on the inner slope of […]

Hemp Oil photo source NCDA&CS.
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NC Industrial Hemp Commission to Hold Public Meeting on Mar. 18

March 12, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The North Carolina Industrial Hemp Commission will hold a public meeting to review and approve program applications. A program update will also be provided. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 18, 2019, starting at […]

Source: Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount, North Carolina
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Rocky Mount City Manager Reorganizes Key Departments

March 12, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

City Manager Rochelle D. Small-Toney is reorganizing the Rocky Mount, North Carolina departments of Public Works and Water Resources, Engineering, and Development Services. The process has also resulted in the naming of one new director, […]

Sonni Hönscheid at the 2018 Carolina Cup Championship. Photo: Laura Glantz
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World Champ Returning to Carolina Cup to Defend Title

March 12, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Carolina Cup is One of the World’s Largest Paddle Festivals Germany’s Sonni Hönscheid, winner of the women’s Paddle League World Title in 2018, returns to North Carolina April 24-28, 2019 to defend her Carolina […]

Participants fill the Booker T. Washington Community Center for the 2019 Job Fair. Source: City of Rocky Mount, North Carolina
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Job fair Provided Opportunities for Connections

March 12, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

On March 4, 2019, the packed gym at the Booker T. Washington Community Center (BTWCC) proved the success of the first job fair organized by the city of Rocky Mount, North Carolina’s Parks and Recreation […]

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Free Tree Seedlings Available at Raleigh Museum’s “Reptile and Amphibian Day”

March 8, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The We Plant It Forward program will be giving away free tree seedlings at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences’ “Reptile and Amphibian Day” on Saturday, March 16, 2019, 9am-5pm — or until seedlings […]

DENR Sec. Skvarla (l.) visits the Dan River spill site. Photo dated February 7, 2014. Source: NC DEQ.
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Rockingham County Property Owners Reach Settlement with Duke Energy on Dan River Coal Ash Spill

March 8, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

A group of 33 property owners on the Dan River in Rockingham County, North Carolina on March 6, 2019 agreed to settle a lawsuit with Duke Energy for damages they suffered from one of the […]

Wounded Warrior Project Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center
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Wounded Warriors Make Meaningful Connections in the Colorado Snow

March 7, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Army veteran Chad Hamrick has enjoyed skiing throughout his life. But he really wanted to give snowboarding a shot, “to relate to my teenage sons who board.” He had a chance to learn and connect with other […]

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Rocky Mount City Council Welcomes DMV Headquarters

March 7, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

On Tuesday, March 5, 2019, the Council of State approved a move from Raleigh to Rocky Mount for the office of the North Carolina State Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The relocation will place the […]

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Clayton Promotes Volunteerism with April 13 “Clayton Volunteer Fair”

March 6, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

By Ian Rumbles, Town of Clayton Would you like more volunteers? Would you like people to know more about the great things you are doing in the Clayton community?  We would like to help you […]

Ten Plant Tour Series is presented at the Nash County Center of the Coop Extension. Source: Nash County Ext.
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Extension Service “Ten Plant Tour” Workshop Series Returns Mar. 8

March 6, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Last year, the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service, NC State University, and the Nash County Center offered Ten Plant Tour free presentations. Each date covered ten plants within a category. These events are returning for 2019, with the […]

Photo from the Deans Farm Market Easter 2018 agritourism event. Source: Deans Farm Market, Wilson, NC
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North Carolina Farms Open for Spring Agritourism Events

March 5, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Travelers and locals looking for unique farm experiences will have plenty of options this spring, as farms across the state open their gates to welcome visitors. Agritourism options include Easter egg hunts, strawberry picking, Mother’s […]

Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child play flyer-small. Source: Dr. Mildred Summerville
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Wilson Playwright’s Creation to Be Performed in Charlotte Aug. 10

March 5, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Tall One Outreach Ministries presents the Award-winning Gospel Stage Play, “Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child” Part 2, written and produced by Dr. Mildred Summerville and directed by Trina Jeffrie (AKA Sister Cantaloupe), to be performed […]

Phil Reed, SELC founding trustee, talented attorney and committed environmental advocate; 1946-1993. Source: SELC, Charlottesville VA.
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Winners of the 2019 Reed Environmental Writing Awards Announced

March 2, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Southern Environmental Law Center has announced the winners of the 2019 Phillip D. Reed Environmental Writing Awards, to be presented during this year’s “Virginia Festival of the Book.” Author Earl Swift will receive the […]

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“Senior Scam Jam” Seminars to be Offered in Wendell and Wake Forest

February 28, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

An upcoming seminar, Seniors at Risk: 21st Century Scam Threats, Preventions and Solutions, will be offered at two locations: Wendell and Wake Forest, North Carolina. The seminar, also known as “Senior Scam Jam,” is designed […]

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The Strange-ness: Tracking the Movement of Cyborg Cockroaches

February 27, 2017

By Edgar Lobaton and Matt Shipman, NCSU New research from North Carolina State University offers insights into how far and how fast cyborg cockroaches – or biobots – move when exploring new spaces. The work moves researchers closer […]

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US UFO Sightings by US State: April 2018

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