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District cuts need to hit central office, not classroom
Editor, You know, it’s funny. Every month or so, I read an article about school budget cuts or raises and Dr. Davis is warning that any further cuts will impact… Read more
Fitness Matters
Question: Well, it’s that time of year again. Any advice on sticking to my New Year’s resolutions in 2012? Answer: To be honest with you, I don’t really like the… Read more
Tax cuts coming to Union County: Can it be true?
Barry Goldwater, the former Senator of Arizona and former Presidential candidate once said, “Where is the politician who has not promised to fight to the death for lower taxes- and… Read more
Needing a change in government
Union County Pulse State Auditor Beth Wood recently reported that N.C. Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler’s department failed to fine propane plants, dispensing sites and other facilities that mishandled the… Read more
An open letter to Superintendent Ed Davis
Dr. Davis, With much dread, I knew this day would come. The announcement of your retirement triggered many emotions. As a principal under your leadership, I immediately felt sad for… Read more
Thanks for the service
Editor, In the wake of his decision to retire, I’d just like to express my appreciation for the efforts of Dr. Ed Davis in our school system. Have I agreed… Read more
Thanks to the Marvin Council
Editor, Last night at the Village of Marvin council meeting, the council publicly voted they have no intention of either contesting the results of the petition, taking any further action… Read more
Marvin Council resists doing right
Editor, The Marvin Town Council held a regular meeting Tuesday night. One of the topics up for discussion was the on-going battle over forced annexation. A vote was taken on… Read more
Notes from the Capitol: January
Union County Pulse Much has been accomplished this past year, and much is left to be done. Although the legislature did not meet as a body in December, committee meetings… Read more
Stallings 2011 In Review
Union County Pulse I’ve made it a practice throughout my term to highlight significant decisions made by council each year with an end of year review. Headline news events for… Read more
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