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Local Hot-Button Issues

As in any town the issues affecting the community are constantly ongoing, evolving, and being taken into consideration. As part of the military community I have to say the country options for upcoming deployments looks bleak, high operational tempo cycles, increasing military suicide rates, sequester cuts, families unraveling at the seams and the biggest one right now - PTSD and the care of our wounded warriors.

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Obama Recognizes Veterans’ Service, Sacrifice

President Barack Obama laid a flowered wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns Sunday in a traditional display of remembrance and gratitude for every service member who has worn the nation’s uniform.

Obama Recognizes Veterans’ Service, Sacrifice
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Police Shoot, Kill Marine in Palm Springs

A Camp Pendleton Marine was shot and killed by police early Saturday morning in a Palm Springs parking garage fight at bar-closing time.

Police Shoot, Kill Marine in Palm Springs
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History of Veterans Day

Originally known as Armistice Day to honor the living veterans of the First World War, Veterans Day has transformed into a holiday inclusive of service members of all eras.

History of Veterans Day
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5 Hot Jobs This Week

Fort Bragg and Fayetteville businesses are looking for applicants for the following jobs:

5 Hot Jobs This Week
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Local Election Results

Early Wednesday morning counts for Cumberland County.

Local Election Results
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Parent Tased at Local Middle School

A woman assaulted deputies after being told she could not check a child out from school at 2p.m. on Tuesday.

Parent Tased at Local Middle School