North Carolina tackles alcohol and drug abuse with bold plan
Governor Hunt appoints Earl Griffith to lead a statewide push focusing on prevention and community involvement. The move follows grim state data showing high costs and repeated readmissions, with human toll highlighted by Dr. Sarah Morrow.
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North Carolina poised for top ten population status
The Asheboro Courier-Tribune notes NC likely to rank among the ten most populous states after the 1980 census due to steady growth. It argues urban strain will rise but rural and suburban interests should remain represented, citing metro shares from 1970 and praising life in smaller cities like Charlotte.
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Fire Trucks Red Color Tradition Against the Yellow Trend
The Raleigh News and Observer notes fire apparatus often appear in colors other than red such as white yellow or bi lious green. It recalls red as the traditional hue chosen to signal danger and emphasize the vehicle and crew while contrasting with changing norms and myths.
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Higher Tax And Bonds Too
The Laurinburg Exchange notes that North Carolina may raise state gasoline taxes and approve a $300 million road bond in November. Road costs rise with longer mountains swamps and cities. a mile can cost several million. Bonds plus higher gas taxes may be necessary to keep roads up to date.
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Waynick backs new Panama Canal treaty shift
Maj. Gen. Capus M. Waynick argues the United States should accept revised Panama Canal treaties and notes past lessons from Suez while warning of Senate resistance and the potential for broader banking regulation amid current policy debates. The piece also covers a new Woman's Club building opening, fundraising efforts, and September’s arrival with seasonal reflections.
Left Behind in Nam AID Officials Files for Reimbursements
A Washington Post column notes more than three years after U.S. exit from Indochina the accounting is incomplete. It details abandoned bases docks runways and personal possessions claimed by officials including crystal dishes wine glasses art and golf clubs. State Dept rules capped reimbursements at 15000 per person but total payouts reached 2.5 million despite excess claims. South Africa links to staff travel and funding emerge in a parallel note.
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Arts Enjoyment Needs Year-Round In North Carolina
A letter commends the North Carolina Shakespeare Festival in High Point and urges ongoing support for two community theatres and a college theatre in Thomasville and High Point. The writer, a High Point College Tower Players member, calls for attendance and active involvement beyond the summer festival.
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