On the fourth episode of "Real America" podcast hosted by RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel, Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo discusses Trump's America-first foreign policy agenda, religious freedoms, and Biden's failure to lead on the nation stage. 

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• According to GasBuddy, gas prices across North Carolina are rising with no end in sight. 
• In the last week,
  • Greensboro gas prices increased 7.7 cents per gallon, averaging $2.93 per gallon.
  • Raleigh gas prices increased 5.3 cents per gallon.
  • Jacksonville prices increased 10.5 center per gallon, averaging $2.90 per gallon.
  • Carteret County is in the top 40% for highest gas prices in NC.
  • GasBuddy's survey also reports that the price per gallon of gas is 3.1 cents higher than one month ago, nearly double the climb of the national average in the same time span.
• To make matters worse, the American Automobile Association warns drivers to expect gas prices to soar another 10-20 cents through August. It will be the most expensive gas Americans have paid for since 2014.
• Gas prices are at a 7-year high, about $1 per gallon more on average since election day, with some areas seeing prices over $4 per gallon.
• The excess annual cost of gas, groceries, clothing, and healthcare in 2021 will be a whopping $1400. But hey! You saved 16 cents at your 4th of July BBQ!

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DISTRICT

The 5th Annual 3rd District Kidwell Picnic will be on Saturday, August 7th from 11am to 2pm at Rep. & Mrs. Keith Kidwell's home in Chocowinity. Attendees are asked to bring a chair and a dish to share. The grilled burgers and brats will be provided. RSVP by July 30th (contact Stephanie Broughton for RSVP information). There is a Legislative Day scheduled for August 4th. Please let Mary Boughton or Stephanie Broughton know if you plan to attend.

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Plan of Organization

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'The StrongSchoolsNC Public Health Toolkit states, “If a school does not require individuals who are not fully vaccinated to wear a mask, they should ensure a layered mitigation strategy, including physical distancing, ventilation, hand hygiene, adequate access to diagnostic and screening testing and closely monitor for increases in COVID-19 cases.” Board members reiterated the priority placed on the health and safety of students and staff and the importance of students attending school face-to-face. After Dr. Jackson's presentation and discussion by Board members, a unanimous decision was made by the Carteret County Board of Education to make masks optional in Carteret County Public Schools. Students and staff members will not be required to wear masks during the 2021-2022 school year, however, mask-wearing is optional for students and staff.' Carteret County Public Schools FaceBook Page

 

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Crystal Coast Republican Women

CCRW's next meeting will be August 20th, 10am.  The meeting is open to all registered Republicans. Don't forget a shareable dish for the potluck lunch after the meeting!

Follow CCRW on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to keep up with their current events.

 

One of CCRW's Caring For America projects is collecting school supplies each year and donating to the "Stuff the Bus" program. This year supplies will be collected at Staples and Walmart on August 6th and 7th from 9am to 6pm and on August 8th from 1pm to 5pm.

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Crystal Coast Republican Men's Club   CCRMC's next meeting is August 19th at Southern Salt in Morehead City. The evening begins with a dutch-treat social hour at 5:30pm, and the business begins at 7pm. All registered Republicans are invited to attend. Follow CCRMC on Facebook!

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CARTOON OF THE WEEK

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