Board leaves seniors in limbo over graduation plan
Craven County Board of Education debated options for 2020 graduates during a special conference call meeting led by Superintendent Meghan Doyle. The NC Board of Education then set a March 13 performance basis with pass or fail grading, removing a previous GPA extending option. Students with failing grades may need remote courses or summer school.
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North Carolina Board of Education
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Sanders ends 2020 bid as Biden solidifies lead
U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders drops his presidential campaign after failing to mount a feasible path to the nomination as Joe Biden gains broad establishment support and heads toward facing Donald Trump. Sanders says he will stay on the ballot where primaries remain to gain delegates and influence the Democratic platform.
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Tryon Palace staff keep plans for reopening alive
Tryon Palace in New Bern remains closed with events canceled through May due to COVID-19. From home, employees perform tasks while security and related sites stay on site. 54 permanent staff stay employed and temporary workers may return, with emergency leave helping those unable to work remotely.
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Base housing study prompts DoD oversight push
MCIEAST officials say steps have been taken to address concerns raised by a GAO report urging stronger DoD oversight of privatized housing. The year long study notes mold pest infestations and maintenance gaps across privatized family housing, with private firms owning about 99 percent of units on U.S. bases. Marine Corps and Camp Lejeune officials highlight actions to improve maintenance monitoring and satisfy resident needs.
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