October 28th, 2011 Throughout the years I have heard many criticisms of the school district I went to growing up, but as a graduate of CB South High School in 2007, I thought a lot of criticisms were ridiculous. I had a great education and always thought the school district acted in the best interest [...]
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Fear doesn’t benefit anyone
Posted in Commentary on October 28, 2011 | 1 Comment »
Age ain’t nothing but a number for Moyer
Posted in Commentary on June 28, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
When Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jamie Moyer gave up a two-run homerun to Blue Jays’ Vernon Wells in the third inning of Sunday’s game, he landed himself in the record books. This was the 506th homerun that Moyer has allowed in his career, giving up more homeruns than any other pitcher in history. The previous record was [...]
World Cup provides inspiration for all
Posted in Commentary, tagged South Africa, World Cup on June 22, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Since the World Cup kicked off more than a week ago, there has been talk about the controversial call for the Americans, Spain being upset in its first game, the self-destruction of the French and of course, the horns being sounded throughout the games, the vuvuzelas. While the vuvuzelas seem to be getting the most attention out [...]
2009, A Year in Review
Posted in Commentary on December 30, 2009 | 1 Comment »
As 2009 comes to a close, it is important to reflect on what a year it has been. With all the negative things that go on, the positives are often lost. Here is a list (in no particular order) of the best things that have happened to me in 2009. 1. I was named Editor-in-Chief [...]
Pam’s Pitch: A reality check for this reporter
Posted in Commentary, tagged athletics, Burlington Memorial Stadium, Burlington royals, Elon, reporter on August 13, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Last month, I attended my first ever Burlington Royals minor league baseball game. The Royals are located in Burlington, NC and are a rookie-level team. As I walked up to the historic stadium, I wasn’t sure what to expect. But as a young reporter, what I received was a lesson that will stick with me. [...]
Pam’s Pitch: A health care overhaul is needed
Posted in Commentary on August 10, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
I don’t know a lot about the new health care bill that’s on the table in Washington now. I’ll admit it. But there’s one thing I do know for certain – the current health care system in America cannot last in the current form. I never understood when people said we were in a health [...]
What does the future of journalism hold?
Posted in Commentary on May 16, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Pam Richter May 16, 2009 Extra! Extra! Read all about it. The primary source of information and news across the globe is slowly dissipating. Paper boys are no longer standing on corners selling papers, but most importantly the major news source across the globe for more than two centuries is on the verge of extinction. [...]
Who will dig through the mayor’s garbage?
Posted in Commentary on January 30, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Pam Richter February 2009 Everyone has a story to tell and I want to tell mine. This is part of the reason that I became a journalist, but quickly I realized that there was more to journalism besides writing about myself. Part of a journalist’s job is to tell the story of people who are [...]
I will always Back Pat
Posted in Commentary, Sports, Uncategorized, tagged Pat Summitt, Tennessee, We Back Pat, women's basketball on April 18, 2012 | 1 Comment »
April 18th, 2012 Note: While this blog recently has had several posts about my experience in the archival profession, it would be only appropriate to write a post about the legendary Pat Summitt and the impact she has had on my life. This is one blog post that I never thought I would have to [...]
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