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[Commentary] Kimberly Jones: Public Education Is A Sacred Obligation

Wes PlattJune 30, 2025June 30, 2025

By Kimberly JonesBeacon Media I’ve spent my life in North Carolina’s public schools, as a student, a teacher, and most…

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President Trump to visit North Carolina Oct. 20 as Republicans work to gain ground
on October 13, 2026 at 7:35 pm
President Donald Trump will be in North Carolina on Oct. 20 for a rally in Greenville. Trump’s visit comes as Republicans work to gain ground in North Carolina’s U.S. Senate race.
Wake County deputies seize 14 kilograms of cocaine after traffic stop
on October 13, 2026 at 6:58 pm
They found three kilograms of cocaine in the car with the help of a K9 officer, along with an illegal handgun. Deputies then searched Ramos' home and found an additional 11 kilograms of cocaine. -
Kentucky company tells NC State football fans they'll wait even longer for Brazil game refunds
on October 13, 2026 at 6:43 pm
Public records from the Kentucky Secretary of State's office show 'Athlete Advantage' has officially administratively dissolved this October, while it is still in the process of refunding thousands of dollars back to NC State and UVA fans.
Pocketing gas-tax savings? NC attorney general puts gas stations on notice
on October 13, 2026 at 6:38 pm
North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson launched NC Fuel Check to monitor gas prices and investigate stations suspected of keeping savings from North Carolina's 41-cent-per-gallon gas tax suspension. Here's how drivers can report suspicious prices and when they might see relief.
Hurricanes captain Staal to miss at least a month with calf injury
on October 13, 2026 at 3:52 pm
The Carolina Hurricanes host Washington on Tuesday night at Lenovo Center. Captain Jordan Staal has played at least 75 regular-season games in each of the last five seasons.

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Police identify 42-year-old man killed after being ejected from Six Flags Over Georgia roller coaster
on October 13, 2026 at 7:53 pm
A Six Flags spokesperson said "we are cooperating fully with local authorities as they complete their investigation."
Christopher Meloni, William H. Macy talk football, family in 'The Land' trailer
by OTRC on October 13, 2026 at 7:44 pm
Football, family and a fierce cast are featured in the trailer for Hulu's "The Land." See Christopher Meloni, William H. Macy, Chace Crawford, Mandy Moore and more when the new drama premieres Feb 15 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+
Duane 'Keffe D' Davis convicted of orchestrating the murder of rap icon Tupac Shakur gets 40 years to life in prison
on October 13, 2026 at 7:38 pm
Duane Davis was convicted in August of first-degree murder with the use of a deadly weapon. He is the only person ever charged in the death of Tupac Shakur.
Following gang rape allegations, Cornell suspends frat parties for remainder of year
on October 13, 2026 at 7:10 pm
Cornell University says all parties and social events at fraternity houses are suspended for the rest of year following allegations of a gang rape on campus.
Former investigator questioned about uncollected evidence at Faith Hedgepeth's murder crime scene
by Akilah Davis on October 13, 2026 at 6:43 pm
Chapel Hill police captain Johnnie Britt was asked about several items at the crime scene that were never collected or tested.