Al Klemm, Author at Washington Daily News

My Turn

Credit card interest, automotive and mortgage financing

Over the last couple of years, most people have been concerned about inflation. What we tend to forget about is the cost of financing. It ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, July 3, 2024 10:05 am

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COVID-19, the virus that shut down Beaufort County

After about 5 years, it is a good time to reflect on COVID-19 and the damage it has done.  I am not a doctor so ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Thursday, June 27, 2024 5:01 pm

Columns

Things have changed in my almost-80 years

I’ll be 80 years old in January. I’ve lived a long time. There are obituaries for many who lived until they were over 90 now-a-days. There are also ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Tuesday, June 18, 2024 9:07 am

Columns

The 2024-25 Beaufort County budget and the stock market

The County Manager’s Recommended Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget was released May 13 to the Board of Commissioners. I promptly downloaded it to my computer so I ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, May 29, 2024 8:04 am

Columns

The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office app and accomplishments

At the recommendation of Sheriff Hammonds, I recently downloaded the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office app. It’s the first app I have ever downloaded. I didn’t ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, May 22, 2024 8:01 am

My Turn

New Boviet Solar Panels manufacturing plant in Greenville

Almost 25 years ago, I decided to get involved in politics. I was specifically concerned with the loss of jobs and government in Beaufort County. ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, May 15, 2024 8:01 am

My Turn

Students cannot bring firearms into schools!

When I grew up, a long time ago, there was no safer place than the local elementary school. The only things I had to fear were ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Tuesday, May 7, 2024 8:01 am

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Washington’s new charging stations and electric vehicles

Washington has three new electric vehicle charging stations with two level-two chargers each. Locations include; behind the new Washington Police Station, at the Aquatic Center ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, May 1, 2024 7:48 am

Columns

Boat building opportunities at Beaufort County Community College

When I decided to write opinion and information articles, I decided that many would focus on Beaufort County Community College (BCCC) and Beaufort County Schools ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Tuesday, April 23, 2024 12:04 pm

My Turn

Traveling in a car or in an airplane

I use to fly a lot. My last flight was before Covid occurred. Since then, I haven’t flown anyplace. I just don’t want the hassle. I drive instead. ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Tuesday, April 16, 2024 8:01 am

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