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Community Columns

This is the best of times

Having recently attended the Washington Christmas parade, it made me realize that these are the best of times! The innocent smiles of kids up and ... Read more

by Harold Robinson, Monday, December 12, 2016 1:31 am

Community Columns

The benefits of a downtown, boutique hotel

Today is a good day to discuss something we think is a missing link in our downtown revitalization — a boutique hotel! We have discussed ... Read more

by Harold Robinson, Monday, December 5, 2016 4:23 pm

Community Columns

The Christmas season is approaching

It is my hope that everyone had a good Thanksgiving holiday and enjoyed time with family and friends. We all have so much to be ... Read more

by Harold Robinson, Sunday, November 27, 2016 5:32 pm

Community Columns

Uptown housing is an asset for Washington

It is my hope that everyone is enjoying this great fall weather! We are fortunate to have such a good climate that offers different opportunities ... Read more

by Harold Robinson, Sunday, November 20, 2016 11:48 pm

Community Columns

Capitalizing on economic drivers

Sitting here and looking at our beautiful Pamlico River and the bright blue sky above makes me appreciate all that we are fortunate to have! ... Read more

by Harold Robinson, Monday, November 14, 2016 12:16 am

Community Columns

How retirees can help Washington

In preparation for this article, it was one of the more interesting studies for me to date. Being a member of the “baby boomer” generation ... Read more

by Harold Robinson, Monday, November 7, 2016 4:54 pm

Community Columns

Time for younger generations to step up

  Today, let us talk about “stepping up” in the same context as we did “working together,” but with a little different slant. This time, ... Read more

by Harold Robinson, Sunday, October 30, 2016 9:15 pm

Community Columns

Downtown needs our help more than ever

It has been nearly two weeks since Hurricane Matthew ravaged eastern North Carolina and Washington. While many of us were blessed to have been spared ... Read more

by Harold Robinson, Monday, October 24, 2016 1:57 pm

Community Columns

Acts of kindness in times of need

Weeks ago, we wrote and discussed the importance of “working together” to help our revitalization efforts in the central business district. Today, though, let me discuss ... Read more

by Harold Robinson, Monday, October 17, 2016 1:01 am

Community Columns

4 zones to attract customers

While attending a recent seminar that taught me many things about downtown revitalization, one topic really caught my attention: “Making Your Cash Register Ring.” It is my ... Read more

by Harold Robinson, Monday, October 10, 2016 3:45 pm

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