Losing something special
If you are lamenting the loss of many favorite barbecue joints you aren't alone. Is there hope for the future? Read More
NC SPIN Posts by D. G. Martin
We could have had Herod the Great
When you think of some of the failings of modern leaders, just remember it could have been worse. Read More
Are they all really running for president - or what?
Do most of them seriously think they stand a chance of lightning striking and winning the election or are they just auditioning for other jobs? Read More
The American flag and Nike's shoe
Americans should stand up when the value of our flag is diminished Read More
Nothing funny or foolish
When the legislature created the consolidated university system we have today all schools immediately wanted to expand offerings and become stronger. It took someone with discipline and planning skills to mold the new system. Ray Dawson was that person. Read More
The Civil War continues in Fayetteville, Gettysburg and Chapel Hill
A proposed Civil War history center in Fayetteville is raising the question whether honoring those who died is also celebrating their cause? Read More
Can North Carolina really claim bragging rights to "Where the Crawdads sing?"
Delia Owens' book has been a No. 1 best seller but there are questions whether it is really set in our state or not. Read More
Joe Biden's already been here
One-on-One columnist D. G. Martin wonders when (and if) candidates for the Democratic nomination might come to North Carolina, remembering that Joe Biden has previously been to our state. Read More
The Scott family - part 2
Former columnist Rob Christensen has written the authoritative biography of perhaps the most politically influential families in our state. This column follows Bob Scott into the Governor's mansion. Read More
The Scotts - too much for one book, too much for one column
Kerr Scott, from Haw River, was a colorful personality who played a major role in NC politics. But his family continued his great legacy. Read More
