Saturday, December 31, 2005
2005 brought accomplishments and created new challenges
2005 was a year of ups and downs. It began with the loss of a downtown Goldsboro landmark — the Paramount Theater — and ended with a tremendous show of compassion for neighbors and others in need as Wayne County...Published: Dec 31, 2005 7:40 PM Full Editorial
Friday, December 30, 2005
‘Protection’: Rights and safety must be balanced
No one wants this country to be turned into a “police state.” And we certainly can’t afford to compromise efforts to protect our citizens and great institutions from terrorist attacks. Are the two concerns incompatible? They shouldnot be. But from...Published: Dec 30, 2005 10:20 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, December 29, 2005
Dilapidated: City must be methodical about condemnation process
There are 76 properties waiting for Goldsboro City Council to do the paperwork before they are through the condemnation process and ready for demolition. And there are 60-plus waiting in the wings to head into the process. And that is...Published: Dec 29, 2005 11:19 AM Full Editorial
Wednesday, December 28, 2005
Under repair: National Red Cross deserves chance to mend its problems
When you read about a scandal involving a national organization like the Red Cross, it is easy to draw negative conclusions about every chapter of that charity in every state. It is only natural to wonder if maybe this is...Published: Dec 28, 2005 10:47 AM Full Editorial
Tuesday, December 27, 2005
It’s simple: If you drink, don’t drive
Sometimes a message does not need a lot of space. Its importance becomes clear simply through a few well-chosen words. That is why the phrase “Don’t Drink and Drive” is so effective. Every year, thousands of Americans across the country...Published: Dec 27, 2005 8:40 AM Full Editorial
Monday, December 26, 2005
Remember why: Many gave all in mission of freedom
It isn’t easy hearing reports that American soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines are still dying in Iraq, especially during the holidays. No matter how righteous the mission, or how much of a commitment we have made to support the efforts...Published: Dec 26, 2005 10:53 AM Full Editorial
Saturday, December 24, 2005
Best gifts of Christmas evoke season’s blessings
There is something about Christmas that warms the heart and makes troubles and strife melt into love and understanding. And although today will be mostly about the excitement of opening presents, spending time with family and a big Christmas dinner,...Published: Dec 24, 2005 5:39 PM Full Editorial
Friday, December 23, 2005
Salvation Army: It’s always there in time of need
Associated Press religion writer Richard N. Ostling had an interesting article recently about the Salvation Army. It was enlightening, encouraging — and in some respects disheartening. The Salvation Army probably is second to none in public respect for its service...Published: Dec 23, 2005 9:19 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, December 22, 2005
No surprise: Ramsey Clark on Saddam’ side
It should have been a surprise to no one that Ramsey Clark showed up wanting to help represent mass murderer Saddam Hussein. Clark was appointed U.S. attorney general by Jimmy Carter. Many citizens subsequently must have wondered why. Perhaps it...Published: Dec 22, 2005 9:39 AM Full Editorial
Wednesday, December 21, 2005
Still time to help: United Way needs just a little bit more help to meet its annual goal
There were a lot of people who volunteered their time this past Saturday to make sure that the more than 600 needy children who crowded the Dillard Middle School auditorium had something to enjoy under their tree this Christmas. The...Published: Dec 21, 2005 10:36 AM Full Editorial
Tuesday, December 20, 2005
Unforgettable: Gifts to Empty Stocking Fund create memories to last a lifetime
There were a lot of people who volunteered their time this past Saturday to make sure that the more than 600 needy children who crowded the Dillard Middle School auditorium had something to enjoy under their tree this Christmas. The...Published: Dec 20, 2005 11:15 AM Full Editorial
Monday, December 19, 2005
Clips, comments — On some recent press articles
A recent Raleigh News & Observer article noted that some Democrats planned a fund-raiser at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville with Speaker Black and other House members as featured guests. But an Asheville local TV figure made an effort to...Published: Dec 19, 2005 9:21 AM Full Editorial
Saturday, December 17, 2005
Partnership bodes well for economic development
Unified toward the common purpose of bringing more economic development to Wayne County. That is the goal of the newly created partnership between the Goldsboro and Mount Olive Committees of 100 and the Wayne County commissioners. The announcement, made last...Published: Dec 17, 2005 10:37 PM Full Editorial
Friday, December 16, 2005
Empathy: Injured students’ classmates show what it means to care
After weeks of waiting and worrying, students and staff at Greenwood Middle School have something to cheer about — their classmate is improving. Carson Thomas has not had an easy month. The young man has been fighting for his life...Published: Dec 16, 2005 11:22 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, December 15, 2005
The Paramount: There is responsible way to rebuild landmark
There is going to be a lot of talk about the Paramount Theater reconstruction during the next few months. As the planning continues, more and more people are going to start asking about the logistics — how much, how big...Published: Dec 15, 2005 9:17 AM Full Editorial
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
There’s still time: ESF donation will make child’s Christmas brighter
There are only a few more days left to make a child’s Christmas a little brighter. The Empty Stocking Fund party is just a few days away. While the donations that have been collected so far have made a big...Published: Dec 14, 2005 10:53 AM Full Editorial
Tuesday, December 13, 2005
Replenishment: Don’t let blood supply ebb during holidays
For the next couple of weeks, the American Red Cross is going to be asking Wayne County residents to have a little fun and possibly save a life at the same time. The Red Cross is beginning a couple of...Published: Dec 13, 2005 10:55 AM Full Editorial
Monday, December 12, 2005
From 50% to 58%: Severe hazard periods are close
The U.S. Navy last week called off test flights of an F-18 Super Hornet over a potential landing field site in Hyde County after a single approach by one of the aircraft. The pilot had radioed that large numbers of...Published: Dec 12, 2005 10:01 AM Full Editorial
Saturday, December 10, 2005
Schools are waiting: Eventually some decisions on facilities must be made
The Wayne County Commission and the Board of Education are moving forward a bit on a plan to come up with a solution to the county’s school building needs without strapping too much of a burden on the county’s budget....Published: Dec 10, 2005 11:52 PM Full Editorial
Friday, December 9, 2005
Unfortunate: Air marshals’ first victim was harmless
The investigation has not been completed, at this writing, in the shooting of a threatening passenger at a Miami airport. What is apparent, however, is that it was a tragic incident involving an emotionally disturbed man who, as it turned,...Published: Dec 9, 2005 11:13 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, December 8, 2005
Tradition of joy: Annual Christmas parade enhances the season
There is a lot of work that goes into a parade. Handling registrations, creating lineups and making sure everyone knows where to stand on parade day are just a few of the chores that members of the Goldsboro Jaycees have...Published: Dec 8, 2005 10:46 AM Full Editorial
Wednesday, December 7, 2005
Away from home: Many will spend holidays protecting our freedom
The message on the card was simple: “Thank you for protecting me and my country,” the Wayne County elementary school child wrote. “You are very brave to fight for us.” The drawing that accompanied the heartfelt words depicted a Christmas...Published: Dec 7, 2005 11:01 AM Full Editorial
Tuesday, December 6, 2005
Kettle call: Annual charity drive needs volunteers, donations
The Salvation Army needs you. The request is simple — an hour or so out of one of your busy pre-holiday days or a couple of dollars from your pocket. And all in the name of needy families, lonely seniors...Published: Dec 6, 2005 10:58 AM Full Editorial
Monday, December 5, 2005
But with pay: Chief justice suspends an embarrassing judge
Our judicial system has a neat way of handling incorrigible big time law violators. It’s the “habitual felon” approach: “Three strikes and you’re out.” Make that three strikes and you’re IN — for life! Superior Court Judge Evelyn Hill of...Published: Dec 5, 2005 11:22 AM Full Editorial
Saturday, December 3, 2005
Joy of giving brightens the season
Christmas is a magical time. For many children, there is the lure of knowing that soon, an ever-vigilant Santa will make checkmarks on his naughty or nice list, and then pack his bag for a Christmas Eve trip. Then, Christmas...Published: Dec 3, 2005 11:45 PM Full Editorial
Friday, December 2, 2005
Christmas? Let non-believers ignore it, but —
Congratulations to first lady Laura Bush. In recent days she conducted a tour of the White House for network television crews. Throughout her comments on the origins andsignificance of various decorations she repeatedly used the word “Christmas.” That included references...Published: Dec 2, 2005 9:53 AM Full Editorial
Thursday, December 1, 2005
Choose safety: Success of ATV law depends on parental cooperation
Today is the first day of the new all-terrain vehicle restrictions. The idea is to make sure the vehicles are used properly and safely. And its goal is to stop people from killing themselves — or allowing their children to...Published: Dec 1, 2005 11:02 AM Full Editorial