Elizabeth City
Americannoun
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Flagged transactions made on the public dime include beer-can coolers in Daytona Beach, stuffed flounder in Elizabeth City, N.C., and Costco groceries in Connecticut.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
When I moved to Elizabeth City, North Carolina, to take over management of our family-owned radio station, one of my first initiatives was to hire a full-time local newsperson.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 1, 2023
But ultimately she opted not to apply, and decided on Elizabeth City State University, a small North Carolina H.B.C.U.
From New York Times • Jun. 11, 2022
A Coast Guard helicopter was dispatched from Elizabeth City as well as a motor lifeboat to the scene, a spokesperson said.
From Fox News • Mar. 30, 2022
Dr. Pott could not believe that the proceedings against him were intended seriously, and, in defiance of the Governor's commands, left his plantation to come to Elizabeth City.
From Virginia under the Stuarts 1607-1688 by Wertenbaker, Thomas Jefferson
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