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Don’t let contractors copyright state laws, limiting public access
No one owns the law, because the law belongs to everyone. It’s a principle that seems so obvious that most people wouldn’t give it a second thought. But that’s what is at issue in Georgia v. … more
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Cartoon by Dave DiFilippo
Our Opinion: An innocent man, Ray Finch deserves governor's pardon
Charles Ray Finch is finally free. But after serving 43 years in prison for a murder he didn’t commit, he left state custody with little more than the clothes on his back. No mortal can return … more
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Dalton Henderson Parker, 84, of Wilson, and his son Dalton Ray Parker, 62, of Middlesex, fish for bass, crappie and chain pickerel at Wiggins Mill Reservoir in February 2017.
Our Opinion: Fishing freedom on the Fourth of July, red tape year-round
Want to dust off the tackle box, grab the fishing poles and catch your own family seafood feast? Next Thursday, you’re fine. On Friday, you might have to pay a fine. Each year on the Fourth … more
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Be aware of your surroundings to avoid snake bites
It sounds like the makings of a creepy summer blockbuster: Venomous snake bites are on the rise in North Carolina, according to Dr. Michael Beuhler, the medical director of North Carolina Poison … more
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Justice Neil Gorsuch and Justice Brett Kavanaugh were on opposite sides of the Supreme Court's 5-4 ruling in United States v. Davis.
Our Opinion: Law, not politics deciding factor in high court’s cases
Progressives predicted a hard swing to the right after Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation cemented a 5-4 conservative majority on the U.S. Supreme Court. So far this term, that fear hasn’t … more
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Wilson City Councilman A.P. Coleman shakes hands with Councilman Tom Fyle during the octogenarian's final council meeting. Coleman retired after 38 years on the council. "We certainly hope God will bless you with health and strength," said Mayor Bruce Rose. "And we hope when you watch the meetings on TV that you offer up a prayer every once in a while for the city council."
Our Opinion: AP Coleman and Coby White inspire Wilsonians’ pride
Two local luminaries’ hard work and dedication shined in the national spotlight on Wilson this month — one for a lifetime of public service and another for rebounding from adversity to take his … more
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Trump 2.0 will be formidable for Dem contenders
Trump 2.0 was officially scheduled to launch Tuesday night as Donald Trump prepared to kick off his 2020 campaign with a rally in Orlando, Florida. In Cumberland County, area Republicans set a watch … more
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This video still is from a commercial touting Country Time's Legal-Ade program. The lemonade mix brand is paying permit fees and fines for children whose lemonade stands face bureaucratic scrutiny.
Our Opinion: Lemonade stands deserve protection from bureaucrats
It’s time to follow the Lone Star State’s lead — North Carolina needs a lemonade freedom law. On June 10, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed House Bill 234 to prevent overzealous police … more
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North Carolina’s high-seas history goes to high court
There’s Brown v. Board of Education, Roe v. Wade or the 2000 “hanging chad” election, but, for the most part, cases before the U.S. Supreme Court are pretty dull. Aside from criminal … more
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Phil Berger
State Senate leader should support bid to expand Medicaid
The case for Medicaid expansion in North Carolina has only become more compelling with time. A new study suggests that it has resulted in fewer middle-aged Americans dying from heart disease. … more
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Natalie Pope, class of 2017 valedictorian at Hunt High School, prepares to address the graduates at commencement on June 10, 2017.
Our Opinion: Graduation marks end of an era for valedictory honors
Graduation always signifies an end and a beginning. Today, Wilson County Schools’ commencement exercises will conclude a time-honored tradition of recognizing individual academic excellence. … more
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Wilson County Board of Commissioners Chairman Rob Boyette, left, and Commissioners Chris Hill and Roger Lucas listen during a public hearing on the county's 2019-20 budget. The board voted to increase its savings for a new animal shelter as part of the yearly spending plan.
Our Opinion: Commissioners come through for constituents, pets
Wilson County, your commissioners have heard you loud and clear. After a decade of delays, the Wilson County Board of Commissioners has committed to building a new public animal shelter to replace … more
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Congressional hopefuls need to weigh in on Iran
It’s disheartening but not really surprising that both Republicans seeking their party’s nomination in this fall’s 3rd Congressional District special election are willing to pass on demanding … more
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North Carolina’s university system delivering success
Alumni of the University of North Carolina system are in a better position than most people to judge how good a job the system’s 16 schools are doing. That doesn’t mean others don’t have … more
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Our Opinion: County must fund new animal shelter in this year’s budget
County commissioners can hear you — they just aren’t listening. That’s the only conclusion we can reach following a Wilson Times audit of constituent email contact with the Wilson County … more
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More autonomy for counties gives more power to the people
North Carolina isn’t an especially welcoming or happy place for independent-minded municipal officials. The Old North State’s founders wrote a constitution that makes it clear that all the … more
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Dave DiFilippo cartoon
Our Opinion: Finch’s exoneration a cautionary tale for cops, prosecutors
Justice came four decades too late, but it finally arrived under overcast skies last Thursday in rural Greene County. Charles Ray Finch, a Wilson native who was railroaded through the court … more
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People view flags on Boston Common in Boston that were placed there for Memorial Day.
Our Opinion: Remembering those who gave ‘last full measure of devotion’
Editor’s Note: As we reflect on the service and sacrifice Memorial Day calls to mind, The Wilson Times is republishing editorials that were penned following the Vietnam War in 1975 and the Persian … more
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Dave DiFilippo cartoon
Our Opinion: Animal shelter is ‘crumbling,’ but does county care?
The Wilson County Animal Shelter is “crumbling,” and county commissioners have no timeline to replace it despite collecting a full decade’s worth of pet registration fees to fund a new shelter. … more
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State should close consent loophole in sexual assault law
In almost every state, no means no. Except in North Carolina, where no means ... that depends. North Carolina law is pretty much the same as every other state when one party tells the other, … more
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