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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

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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

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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

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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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Career Technical Education: Boat building at Washington High School

The boating industry employs a total of 1,200 plus employees in Beaufort and Pitt Counties combined. Beaufort County employees 600 plus by itself. The boating industry is ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, April 10, 2024 8:01 am

My Turn

The hazards and the future of NC Highway 33

Greenville has slowly been creeping towards Beaufort County along NC Highway 33.  There are several new housing developments and Walmart and Lowes are already there.  ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, April 3, 2024 8:13 am

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Economic development, opportunity and education

Economic development from my perspective is more and better jobs. For this to occur, there needs to be growth in business and industry in Beaufort County. Opportunity ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, March 27, 2024 8:01 am

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Warmer weather is here and the primary election is over

I’m happy to say that warmer weather is here and the weeds are growing at a record rate in my yard with all the rain ... Read more

by Al Klemm, Wednesday, March 20, 2024 7:45 am

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