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January 22, 2026

America at 250: NC celebrating early

April 10, 2024 A.P. Dillon

RALEIGH — On July 4, 2026, the United States will commemorate and celebrate its 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Preparations began under the Obama administration in 2016 with Congress creating […]

CUSHMAN: Remembering the cost of a free and undivided republic

May 27, 2020 Jackie Gingrich Cushman

Memorial Day normally equates to BBQ, sales and pool openings — the beginning of summer. Many people travel to a beach, lake or mountain. Some traditions include visiting a memorial cemetery to honor the fallen. […]