Blogroll
That's Life
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Morbid analysis of dumpster suicide
Local blogger John can’t stop thinking about the story of the guy who was found dead in a dumpster at a rest stop off of I-40 near Benson. Why would anyone choose that as the venue and is that a thoughtful venue or not? John analyzes.
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Don’t worry about what your resume looks like
The Raleigh-based Punk Rock HR blogger has some sobering advice for job seekers: Your resume probably isn’t going to get you far. These days you need to be networking like mad. If you think you’ll be on the job market anytime soon, take a look at her full post.
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Has the economy affected your job?
Are you taking on extra duties at work, experiencing pay freezes and seeing morale slip at work? If so, you’re not alone. The N&O has a depressing story highlighting how bad the job market is now. The article correctly notes employees can’t even complain b/c at least they have jobs. Here’s the future outlook:
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Local school teacher marries homeless man
The story of the love that blossomed between a Wakefield Middle School teacher & a Raleigh homeless man is one that will either make your heart swell or your eyes roll. It’s probably the best local feature story you’ll read online today. N&O reporter Matt Ehlers did an incredible job telling the couple’s love story.
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Raleigh mom writes open letter to 2009
If you wrote a letter to 2009, what would you ask for? Raleigh blogger Ilina has some simple requests in this letter she posted on her blog.
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An Open Letter to Those Opposed to LGBT Marriage
I find most gay rights/anti-gay rights arguments vitriolic and harsh, but this piece struck me pretty hard. The authenticity of this open letter from a gay Christian to other Chrisitans is really moving, and I wanted to share.
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A spin on sending holiday e-cards
Page Crawford found a way to make a holiday e-card not-so-tacky. She turned it into a Mastercard commercial of sorts. Take a look.
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Uh-oh someone urinated in the ice at a Chapel Hill Middle School
It happened last week at Smith Middle School, and it’s possible some of the contaminated ice was consumed by students, the N&O reports. Four juveniles were are being charged with the crime. Thanks to How RDU Doin’ for making sure we weren’t relieved of this nugget.
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Turns out you can buy underwear in Carrboro
It’s been a joke in Orange County for a while now that there’s no where to get tighty-whities. But Carrboro Citizen reporter Margot C. Lester put the rumor to rest. You can indeed buy underware in Carrboro. Take a look at her legitimate investigation.
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10 Coworkers win powerball from Durham gas station
I recently started buying scratch-off lotto tickets, and I’ve been winning. I’ve won $18 since Thanksgiving. Not bad, but not nearly as good as what these IBM recently won.
