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powelltoon May 11

Pcunningham — Sun, 11 May 2008 09:05:01 -0400

"No since . . ."? Is he trying to say "No sense . . . "?

dejaview-512

bwheeler — Fri, 09 May 2008 17:01:14 -0400

1976: The delegate dance has been a staple of the presidential prom season for decades. This year nearly 215 of 800 superdelegates to the Democratic convention remain undecided, and about 50 others will be named later. Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton have been a-courtin' them.

I would like to thank-0510

bwheeler — Fri, 09 May 2008 16:57:11 -0400

I would like to thank ...

Stimulating, rewarding, exhausting — words that most bedside nurses would use to describe their work. Yet despite multiple demands already placed upon them, 37 cream of the crop staff nurses from WakeMed Raleigh, WakeMed Cary, Rex Healthcare and Duke were chosen and agreed to individually coach and mentor 66 Wake Tech senior nursing students one-on-one.

Each graduating senior scheduled at least 120 hours to work whatever the schedule of the staff nurse preceptor. Side by side, they worked 8- to 12-hour day shifts, nights, weekends; grueling hours that they had not been exposed to in more typical nursing education clinical rotations.

Instead of complaining, the students talked about the wonderful exposure they got to the real world of nursing. They spoke of the utmost professionalism displayed by their preceptors. They told of being awed by the ability of the preceptor to oversee a full patient assignment while patiently and sometimes painstakingly guiding them to become more independent in taking over patient care. They aspired to one day demonstrate the competence and confidence they observed.

Thank you, preceptors, for making our nursing education program an even better one. In nursing's most challenging role, that of beside care, you truly represented our very best.

Dale O'Neal, R.N.
Lead Instructor Nursing 235, Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh

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In September of 1966, I was a 29- year-old U.S. Army captain, in fatigues and boots, returning home from serving almost a year in the Dominican Republic. Many people probably dont remember U.S. combat forces were there to stabilize the country suffering the ravages of a revolution. Bad flying weather stranded me at the Raleigh airport, where I met a local businessman trying to fly out on a business trip. I was exhausted from the 1,500-mile flight on a C-130 from Santo Domingo to Fayetteville, N.C., and I was almost out of money.

When he heard I planned to spend the night in a waiting room chair, he took me to his home, and there I met the most gracious Southern lady and two beautiful little girls. They provided me with a clean bed, a morning shower and a hearty breakfast before the two of us returned to the airport for our morning flights out. I was a complete stranger, yet they opened up their home and their hearts in true Southern hospitality.

To this day, I deeply regret not remembering their names so I could thank them again, after all these years, for their kindness and trusting a stranded soldier far away from home.

If anyone in this family still lives in the Raleigh area, and remembers this encounter, I would be grateful if he would contact me so I can properly express my gratitude.

Paul Lanphear

How did the Triangle handle the drought?

mwilliam — Fri, 09 May 2008 15:25:58 -0400

How do you think officials in Raleigh, Durham and elsewhere in the Triangle handled the recent drought?

Early primary

vdenton58 — Fri, 09 May 2008 15:20:06 -0400

Should North Carolina hold presidential primary early?

Who is the bigger train wreck?

mwilliam — Fri, 09 May 2008 15:14:15 -0400

So there was a debate in my office about who has been the biggest celebrity train wreck over the past year. I voted for Amy Winehouse and so did my co-worker Karen. But other people were trying to give the title to Britney Spears. So, that's how the debate started. Who is it for you: Winehouse, Brit, Paris Hilton or Lindsay Lohan?

Should the Hurricanes keep Peter Laviolette?

M_Dubb — Fri, 09 May 2008 08:58:34 -0400

What do you think Carolina Hurricanes owner Peter Karmanos should do?

powelltoon, Burma Generals, May 9, 2008

cloverfarms — Thu, 08 May 2008 18:46:08 -0400

Did the state fail Planten?

mwilliam — Thu, 08 May 2008 16:43:57 -0400

The mother of Drew Planten, the suspect in the 2002 killing of Stephanie Bennett, is seeking damages from the state prison and health systems because, she claims, they failed to prevent him from killing himself while awaiting trial.

Sarah Chandler filed the claim for damages in December and she is seeking at least $10,000. Planten hanged himself in his solitary cell June 2, 2006, while he was being held at Central Prison.

Did the state fail to prevent Planten from killing himself? Should his mother get damages?

Powelltoon, Hillary's math, May 8, 2008

cloverfarms — Thu, 08 May 2008 15:49:28 -0400

Powell cartoon May 8

annhowe — Thu, 08 May 2008 14:01:01 -0400

This cartoon continues the sexist treatment of Hillary by the press. By drawing her with a huge bottom and tiny feet you have made an attractive woman into a grotesque figure.

Ann and Charles Howe

White Americans turning away from Obama?

mwilliam — Thu, 08 May 2008 13:02:56 -0400

CNN reported that Hillary Clinton suggested Wednesday to USA TODAY that "White Americans" are increasingly turning away from Barack Obama’s candidacy. She's quoted as saying, "I have a much broader base to build a winning coalition on." Read the story here.

What do you think about what she said? Is she right?

Philadelphia police brutality? You be the judge.

M_Dubb — Thu, 08 May 2008 11:41:37 -0400

Man married to three wives — at the same time!

mwilliam — Thu, 08 May 2008 09:35:28 -0400

Two women married to the same man teamed up this week to turn him over to police, one of the wives said Wednesday.

Police charged Keron Lamont Wilkins with one felony count of bigamy, according to an arrest warrant filed at the Wake County Magistrate's Office.

Why do you think someone would marry more than one person at a time? Bigamy is a Class 1 felony, punishable by four to 10 months in prison. Is that punishment enough?

Gas is too much! Help stick it to OPEC!

mwilliam — Wed, 07 May 2008 16:23:29 -0400

OK, it doesn't look like the price of gas is coming down any time soon. The politicians keep yammering about it, but do nothing. The oil companies are making record profits. OPEC (Organization for Petroleum Exporting Countries) is laughing all the way to the bank. We can sit on our butts and stew over it, or we can do something. There are two or three things we could do right now, today, to cut our gasoline consumption. For example, we could start driving more reasonably, 55 or 60 mph, instead of 75 or 80. That could have a dramatic impact. We could make sure that our tires are properly inflated. We could use the cruise control more. But these are just the most obvious ideas. You probably have some tricks. What are they? How can you help us keep our hard-earned money from the pockets of OPEC and the oil companies?

How do you feel about the N.C. Primary results?

mwilliam — Wed, 07 May 2008 09:28:28 -0400

How do you feel about the N.C. Primary results? Are you happy, surprised or upset at how things turned out?

powelltoon, USS NC, May 7, 2008

cloverfarms — Tue, 06 May 2008 18:13:36 -0400

Art Walk in Holly Springs & Fuquay-Varina

apexbee — Tue, 06 May 2008 16:26:10 -0400

MOM'S NIGHT OUT ART WALK
Art after Dark Second Friday ~ May 9 beginning at 6pm

Take Mom and the family out for a colorful evening of art, live music, refreshments, and friends during the Holly Springs & Fuquay-Varina art walk on the 2nd Friday each month. Free. Visit two venues to be eligible for our door prize of 4 tickets to the upcoming Friends of Bluegrass concert!

The Holly Springs Cultural Center, The Nature of Art, SL Photography, Paper Company, Java Divine, La Dolce Vita, and Ashley's Art Gallery host this month's art walk to celebrate local art and music. Free. Details (919) 387-9448 or www.TheNatureOfArtFrameShop.com

Inmates Point of View

maryb28337 — Mon, 05 May 2008 14:11:10 -0400

We read so much in our local newspapers about what type of lifestyle an inmate has, their living habits, their activities, their health matters, etc. During an inmates stay in one of the many camps across this state, there are many different avenues one can take. First of all, the lifestyle of an inmate is as different as it is on the street. There are straight men, gay men, shy men, body builders, bookworms and those who are trying to make it out never return. Those are the ones that really want and need the most help. Those who are able to attend classes and programs to better themselves need all the help a family and community can give. If an inmate without a high school education takes the time to get one while inside prison they should be supported in getting at least two years of college or getting a working trade.

Tudor says Duke will be atop the ACC basketball standings next season

mwilliam — Mon, 05 May 2008 12:42:09 -0400

Here's the order the N&O's Caulton Tudor said the ACC teams will finish in the 2008-09 basketball season based on the assumption that those who have applied for the NBA Draft won't return (read the story here):

1. DUKE

2. NORTH CAROLINA

3. WAKE FOREST

4. MIAMI

5. VIRGINIA TECH

6. CLEMSON

7. GEORGIA TECH

8. MARYLAND

9. N.C. STATE

10. BOSTON COLLEGE

11. FLORIDA STATE

12. VIRGINIA

Should Marvin Williams have been ejected?

mwilliam — Mon, 05 May 2008 09:54:56 -0400

Atlanta Hawks forward and former UNC star Marvin Williams was ejected for a flagrant foul on Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo in the third quarter. Williams said he was just trying to make a hard foul on the play. He chased Rondo down the floor on a fast break and caught him with his left arm and knocked him to the floor. You be the judge:

Is horse racing inhumane?

mwilliam — Mon, 05 May 2008 09:13:56 -0400

PETA is seeking the suspension of Eight Belles' jockey after the filly had to be euthanized following her second-place finish in the Kentucky Derby on Saturday.

Gabriel Saez was riding Eight Belles when she broke both front ankles while galloping out a quarter of a mile past the wire. She was euthanized on the track.

Now, some people are asking an interesting question: Is horse racing inhumane? What do you think?

Cost Cutting in the Economy

maryb28337 — Sun, 04 May 2008 19:15:52 -0400

When an inmate is held on any prison camp in the state it is hard for them to believe God is working in their lives. Take an inmate who was in the church, worked hard at a job as well as in the community. How would they feel about their community and faith in God? How would you keep the faith or even show someone that God really matters in their lives? For a person who has been mistreated by their community and by the legal system, should they look to the community for support or write everyone off as liars, back biters, or fake people of God. Sure it is written, who is without sin cast the first stone, love thy neighbor as thy self or do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Which one do you use in your life, because if a person does all these things daily, then why are we lying about what someone else may or may not have done to someone knowing that we are doing stuff ourselves.

powelltoon, Trooper Dogs, May 4, 2008

cloverfarms — Fri, 02 May 2008 18:32:12 -0400

Déjà view-505: A look back at a Dwane Powell cartoon that has resonance today.

bwheeler — Fri, 02 May 2008 17:35:50 -0400

2001: Here come those tax rebate checks again, ranging up to $600 for individuals and $1,200 for married couples, plus $300 per child for eligible parents. Once we fill up the gas tank a time or two and buy a few groceries, how far will the money go?

Tyler Hansbrough's big jump?

mwilliam — Fri, 02 May 2008 14:31:33 -0400

What do you think about Hansbrough's jump?

powelltoon, Gas Tax, May 2, 2008

cloverfarms — Thu, 01 May 2008 18:36:03 -0400

How can education be improved?

mmoriarity — Thu, 01 May 2008 11:08:45 -0400

A poll by The N&O and the Charlotte Observer identified education as one of the top concerns of voters this election season. Particularly under fire is Bush's No Child Left Behind Initiative, which places strong emphasis on end-of-grade testing. Candidates bring to the table a variety of proposals to improve education while maintaining emphasis on improved performance, job training and teacher accountability. What do you think would help improve our state and national education systems?

Are you postponing cosmetic medical procedures?

mwilliam — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 22:29:34 -0400

Are you postponing cosmetic medical procedures, such as lasik, Botox injections, liposuction, because you're worried about the economy?

Powelltoon, 1000 lb Squid, May 1, 2008

cloverfarms — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 18:20:10 -0400

Grand Theft Auto IV

M_Dubb — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 17:23:17 -0400

What do you like or dislike most about the new Grand Theft Auto IV video game?

Should sex offenders wear GPS?

mwilliam — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 16:27:26 -0400

Do you think sex offenders should wear a lifelong GPS monitoring device once they’re released from prison?

Click here to view the North Carolina sex offender registry.

Corporal punishment in public schools

mwilliam — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 16:19:58 -0400

Do you think corporal punishment should be allowed in public schools?

Should the trooper have been fired?

mwilliam — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:20:54 -0400

Should the state trooper who repeatedly kicked his police dog have been fired?

Click here for more on pets.

Is race an issue in this election?

mwilliam — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:01:45 -0400

Is race an issue in this election? If so, why?

Click here to discuss who should drop out of the race.

Clinton and Obama: Should one drop out of the race?

mwilliam — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:32:32 -0400

Democratic Party Chairman Howard Dean said Monday that either Hillary Rodham Clinton or Barack Obama must drop out of the Democratic presidential race after the June primaries in order to unify the party by the convention and win the election in November.

That said, which candidate should drop out of the race, Clinton or Obama?

Click here to discuss if race is an issue in this election?

Déjà view-428: A look back at a Dwane Powell cartoon that has resonance today.

bwheeler — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 17:25:46 -0400

2003: The level of sacrifice that North Carolina troops have made over the course of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan has crystallized over the past month as five men with the 1132nd Military Police Company of the N.C. National Guard — a small unit based in Rocky Mount — have died in Iraq. The latest was Sgt. Lance O. Eakes, 25, of Apex.

NYPD officers acquitted in Sean Bell killing

mwilliam — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 09:45:29 -0400

A judge acquitted three New York Police Department detectives of all charges Friday morning in the shooting death of an unarmed man. Sean Bell was killed in a 50-bullet barrage, hours before he was to be married. Bell's fiancée, Nicole Bell, ran from the courtroom after the judge read his decision.

Should they have been acquitted?

What do you think of the Day of Silence?

togburn — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 17:57:56 -0400

Friday is the "Day of Silence" at many schools, when some students will take a vow of silence to bring attention to the bullying of gay and lesbian students. Meanwhile, some conservative groups are asking parents to keep their children out of school Friday to protest the Day of Silence. Also, those opposed to the Day of Silence will have a "Day of Truth" on Monday, at which they'll talk about why they disagree with homosexuality. Should students be given excused absences if they boycott school Friday because of the Day of Silence? What are your thoughts about the Day of Si

Carolina Panthers: 2008 Offseason Moves

The_Dude — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 16:59:18 -0400

I will update this page for all the 2008 offseason moves that the Carolina Panthers make.

09FEB2008 - DT Damione Lewis re-signed 3 years
11FEB2008 - LB Dan Morgan cut
11FEB2008 - LG Mike Wahle cut
14FEB2008 - LT Travelle Wharton re-signed 6 years
14FEB2008 - SS Chris Harris re-signed 4 years
19FEB2008 - RT Jordan Gross franchised
21FEB2008 - RB DeShaun Foster cut
25FEB2008 - RB Stephen Davis honorarily re-signed and retired
26FEB2008 - C/G Geoff Hangartner re-signed 1 year
26FEB2008 - RG Evan Mathis re-signed 1 year
26FEB2008 - LB Adam Seward re-signed 1 year
26FEB2008 - S/CB CJ Wilson re-signed 1 year
26FEB2008 - RB Alex Haynes re-signed 1 year
26FEB2008 - WR Muhsin Muhammad signed back from Bears 2 years
26FEB2008 - QB David Carr cut
27FEB2008 - DT Maake Kemeautu contract restructured
27FEB2008 - CB Ken Lucas contract restructured
28FEB2008 - CB Dante Wesley re-signed 2 years
28FEB2008 - FB Brad Hoover re-signed 3 years
29FEB2008 - DT Kris Jenkins traded to Jets for 3rd and 5th round picks
01MAR2008 - WR Kerry Colbert cut, signed with Denver $7 million/3 years
01MAR2008 - CB/KR Ricardo Colclough signed from Steelers 2 years
01MAR2008 - G Keydrick Vincent signed 2 years from Cardinals
04MAR2008 - LB Donte' Curry re-signed 2 years
05MAR2008 - DE Tyler Brayton signed 2 years from Raiders
06MAR2008 - DT Kindal Moorehead left for Falcons ?$/2 years
07MAR2008 - LB Landon Johnson signed $10million/3 years from Bengals
07MAR2008 - RB LaBrandon Toefield signed 1 year from Jaguars
07MAR2008 - CB Patrick Dendy released
08MAR2008 - LB Dan Morgan signed with Saints (terms unknown)
11MAR2008 - C Justin Hartwig released
13MAR2008 - WR Drew Carter signed with Raiders 2 million/1 year
18MAR2008 - WR DJ Hackett signed from Seahawks 3.5million/2 years
18MAR2008 - C Justin Hartwig signed with Steelers 3.7million/2years
20MAR2008 - FS Terrence Holt signed from Cardinals 1 year
26MAR2008 - G Toniu Fonoti signed
28MAR2008 - G Milford Brown signed from Rams
08APR2008 - DT Stephen Williams re-signed
18APR2008 - TE Chad Upshaw signed from Denver

What should immigration policy be?

mmoriarity — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 13:13:44 -0400

A poll by The N&O and the Charlotte Observer identified immigration as one of the top concerns of voters this election year. Candidates and experts bring a variety of views to the table regarding how to address immigration -- particularly amid a large-scale wave of illegal immigration that became especially contentious in 2007.

How should the government handle immigration? Who is responsible for enforcing immigration laws?

Is the Pacman Jones deal good for the Cowboys?

M_Dubb — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 09:27:43 -0400

Everyone knows I'm a huge Cowboys fan and I love when we can get a player that can help us win. But I'm not to sure about the Pacman Jones deal. Was this a bad trade for Dallas?

Should the state Republican Party run a TV ad about Jeremiah Wright?

mwilliam — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 13:41:25 -0400

The state Republican Party says it will air an ad linking two Democratic candidates for governor to Barack Obama's controversial former minister, despite objections from Sen. John McCain.

The ad shows video of the Rev. Jeremiah Wright and then slams Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue and state Treasurer Richard Moore.

Two questions here: Should they run the ad that is scheduled to start on Monday? Also, does the Jeremiah Wright situation have anything to do with Perdue or Moore? Watch the ad below.

Also, who should drop out?Click here to join the discussion.

What do you think of using partially-treated wastewater for irrigation purposes?

mwilliam — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 12:29:34 -0400

What do you think of the plan to pipe partially-treated wastewater to large users such as golf courses and N.C. State for irrigation?

Continuations of Comments Beyond Photo Captions

Java55 — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 08:30:36 -0400

A catch-all place to continue lengthy or somewhat related discussions beyond the usual comments under captions for photos posted in the main gallery here -- just check the date posted and/or the topic name for easier reference to the photo in question and perhaps if possible post a thumbnail of the photo with the continuing questions, comments, and/or other discussions in reference to each photo. And its alright if this become a long linear thread over time. It could lead to some interesting reading as time goes on.

And with this being said and this new topic now created, we all now have a place to continue discussions where in the past it may have seemed somewhat awkward.

Health care

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 06:21:42 -0400

Is the health-care system working for you?

Déjà view-421: A look back at a Dwane Powell cartoon that has resonance today.

bwheeler — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 17:25:10 -0400

2001: When the economy was faltering back in March 2001, then-Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan said one of the biggest factors toward avoiding a slide into a recession was the state of consumer confidence. This month, consumer confidence hit a 26-year low.

Rants and raves

northraleighnews — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 13:03:42 -0400

Welcome to the North Raleigh News' "Rants & Raves" forum, in which citizens can sound off about life in the Triangle -- good and bad. Have you had an experience that was unnecessarily annoying or inconvenient? Give the responsible person (or business or institution) a rant! Or has someone gone out of their way to do the right thing or to be kind or accommodating? Give them a rave! Please include your full name.

You asked for it ...

qack — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 08:48:53 -0400

You asked for comments about your guest comic strips; here are mine. I enjoy Cul De Sac and Arctic Circle is a keeper, but Retail leaves me cold. However, any one of them can replace F Minus and improve your selection of comics. It is a most-appropriately-named strip. I strongly agree with a previous commenter -- a blank space would be funnier than F Minus.

Canes keep Samsonov

mwilliam — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:41:31 -0400

Sergei Samsonov will remain with the Carolina Hurricanes after signing a three-year deal with the team, the club announced Wednesday. Is this a good deal for the team?