Letters, Columns, & Notes
The Literary Chef: Too Darn Hot
It's too darn hot but some meals are worth sweating for.
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Letters, Columns, & Notes
My Spin: Is This the Best Budget Our Lawmakers Could Come Up With?
Highlights from the state budget agreed upon behind closed doors with no opportunity to amend or revise it in floor debate but approved in an up or down vote.
Education
Lance Stokes Sworn in as Superintendent of Schools
Celebrated, and held accountable, by the community who raised him.
News
Town of Yanceyville Approves Budget With No Tax Increase
Water treatment plant requires stabilization before going back online, nuisance codes will require weeds to be shorter, website back online
Community
"I Shall Wear a Crown" Offers Intergenerational Connection
Saturday's session brought generations together to dance, worship, and learn together.
Letters, Columns, & Notes
Readers Ask: Why Did the Sheriff's Office Publicize Checkpoint Locations?
Turns out, the checkpoints were intended to deter a lot more than drunk drivers celebrating the week of July 4th.
News
UPDATED: Officials Report Political Sign Cut Down by Store Employee
Campaign maintains the sign was placed with permission and that charges should have been filed
Education
School Board Clarifies Plans for Oakwood Transition and Budget
Budget delayed, adherence to open meeting laws, South designed for 576 students and expected to reach 89% capacity
Education
Board of Education Considers Further Restrictions for Cell Phone Use at High School
Also, a new way to register students, a new public safety course, and more
Community
Blackwell Funeral Home Hosts Community Day June 27
Blackwell provides opportunity for community members to come together for food, fun, and fellowship.
Community
Yanceyville Celebrates Independence Day
The Yanceyville Pavilion was filled with food, vendors, and political candidates on Friday, June 26 when the community came together to celebrate Independence Day.
Sports
Nomination Period Opens for Caswell Athletic Hall of Fame
Nominate the County's athletes, coaches and supporters who have "made significant achievements in their chosen fields or professional series and made noteworthy contributions to society on a local, national, or international level."