November 6, 2020
Election 2020: 39,400 minutes viewed. 10,400 people reached across 10 states and 10 countries. 467 hearts. 40 shares. 455 comments. And we cannot forget the STARS WAR that went down in the comments – total star count – 9,735. The best part? Informing our community of what was happening right here in OUR backyard. Thank you for making our Election 2020 Results Show a huge success! We do what we do for you!
The Journey, Episode 47
November 1, 2020
Yes, this is a typical week in our office. Covering politics, singing happy birthday, and receiving a visit from Cheech & Chong. #groovy
November 1, 2020
At the October 5th Kinston City Council meeting, the elected members unanimously approved two motions allowing city employees new vacation days for June 19 and Election Day. With roughly less than five minutes of discussion, both motions passed.
The City of Kinston has 378 positions on payroll and have about 350 positions filled at this time. Let’s assume all 350 are eligible to vote. If 70% take the time to vote, that will equate to approximately 245 employees exercising that right. If 61.2% have already cast their ballots in our area, it would mean about 214 employees have already done so.
Based on historical numbers, the cost per vote on Election Day (31) is roughly $1,729, plus time and a half for our police, fire and other essential employees.
October 25, 2020
One of the unique ideals of our country is that we’re able to express views and beliefs without fear of reprisal or censorship. And the internet has brought forth a plethora of opportunities to distribute information through a multitude of platforms and websites. But with the acceptance of differing voices came also the silencing of dissenting opinions by those with a monopoly on power and information…namely Facebook, Google and Twitter. These tech giants have created amazing platforms for people to connect, yet now have the undaunting task of policing those platforms in the scope of free speech without sacrificing what their ad dollars crave – your attention and engagement.
October 22, 2020
12 days away from Election Day and our LIVE Election Night Results Show, but we have been planning for weeks. The pace is fast, creative, and challenging at times but we have the best team in town and we are all excited for November 3rd. This broadcast will be like no other. It’s a big night for Neuse News but just another small step along The Journey and we are loving every second.
October 12, 2020
Councilman Sammy Aiken and I served together for 6 years. We probably disagreed on only about 5% of matters before our board. I’d attest it was largely because we rarely got caught up in national politics on a local level.
October 8, 2020
We are inching closer to our Election Night Show and our phone has been ringing off the hook with people in need of video production and we are living for it! It has been so busy but not too busy to meet Dad at Lovick’s. Buster is back and he is the real star of the show. On this “Journey” remember the things that matter most.
September 23, 2020
Now as the studio renovation is complete some minor refinements begin to enhance the space and some politicos start making their way to our set. And what’s a vlog without picking on BJ? Because you know…#MrRogers.
September 15, 2020
It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood – BJ finally has his studio!
The Journey, Episode 42
September 14, 2020
As our small business tries to grow during a pandemic we still find ways to laugh and have a good time. A TikTok snack, new carpet and BJ’s mood swings are all on tap for this episode of The Journey.
