‘The Socialists are coming! The Socialists are coming!’
By Robert F. Orr
Mitch McConnell texted me the other day with an urgent message! If Democrats are elected, particularly Joe Biden, then America will...
NC elections board director says you can’t vote twice
On Wednesday, the Observer posted a news story on absentee balloting and a first look at the November ballot: Here’s a look at the...
Here’s a look at the Nov. 3 ballot; absentee voting...
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By Peter Vankevich
North Carolina is the first state in the nation to begin...
Hyde County commissioners set to approve Goldie Topping as new Swan...
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By Peter Vankevich
The Hyde County Board of Commissioners is expected to approve Goldie...
Replacement for Swan Quarter county commissioner underway
By Peter Vankevich
Swan Quarter Township Commissioner James “Little Brother” Topping died unexpectedly on June 29. Replacing him will be a two-fold process.
According to Viola...
Thomas Midgette wins Lake Landing primary; Biden carries the state
By Peter Vankevich
Lake Landing resident Thomas Midgette won a close election Tuesday night to represent the Democrats in that mainland Hyde County township race...
Light early-voter turnout precedes March 3 primary
Update: Amy Klobuchar Drops Out of Presidential Race. This story is updated.
By Peter Vankevich
Described by many of all political affiliations as the “most important...
Lake Landing Democrat commissioner candidates provide statements
Editor’s note: To help island voters decide in the March 3 primary, the Observer will run statements by local candidates as we get them....
State house District 6 Republicans primary candidates give statements
Editor's note: To help island voters decide in the March 3 primary, the Observer will run statements by local candidates as we get them....