Al Klemm, Author at Washington Daily News

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Let’s make Beaufort County grow again

Several people have asked me why I haven’t written more articles about economic development. Out of the 50 plus articles I have written, two were ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, January 22, 2025 7:13 am

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The Beaufort County Schools Health Sciences Academy

Education is a key component of economic development particularly when talking about technical education. Some of the best career opportunities are in the medical field. Beaufort County ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, January 15, 2025 8:01 am

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What is going to happen to Taiwan?

The election ended a month ago and America has a new president in what turned out to be somewhat of a landslide. As a result, ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, January 1, 2025 7:30 am

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Winter is coming!  In fact, it’s already here

It has finally gotten cold outside. The weather has been wonderful but it eventually had to get cold. My October and November electrical bills were ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Thursday, December 26, 2024 3:39 pm

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Thoughts on healthcare insurance costs

As a senior citizen, I utilize the health care system more than when I was young. When I was young, I felt well and never ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, December 18, 2024 7:16 am

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Thoughts on elections, political contributions

I have several personal thoughts about general elections which the politicians would never support or like.  I am extremely happy that the last election is ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, December 11, 2024 7:57 am

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The new Douglas Crossroads roundabout

The new Douglas Crossroads roundabout is open. The roundabout was built to improve safety and traffic flow at the U.S. 264 and N.C. 32 intersection. ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, December 4, 2024 7:49 am

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A recommendation for pets

Over the years, there’s been a lot of pets in my family. Now that I’m old, I’m probably on my last pet. That’s a horrible ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, November 27, 2024 7:59 am

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Newspapers and the internet

Over the years, I have depended on the internet for my news. It’s free. Lately, I noticed the number of choices shrunk. There are less ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 5:59 am

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What is happening to college sports?

When I was a kid growing up in southeastern Pennsylvania in the 1950’s, baseball was the sport. Pro football was second and basketball a distant ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, November 13, 2024 7:59 am

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