In the Valley in November Nov 12, 2008
The post will also sponsor The Legends of North Carolina at 6 p.m., Friday, Nov. 21 ... Anyone from eastern North Carolina is invited to attend if they have an interest in learning more about ALS. Meetings are free and open to all. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Odyssey Marine Exploration Announces Third Quarter 2008 Results Nov 11, 2008
"We are very happy with our results so far this year. We have had some significant operational challenges during the third quarter, but we have seen our offshore team step up in a big way that has yielded some really promising results. During this season, we located and tentatively identified at least one of our targeted high-value shipwrecks. We also mapped a huge new area of seabed and filed admiralty arrests on four separate sites. The JWM Production crew has followed our teams offshore and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Obama Victory Sparks Sellout of Papers; Daily Press Rolls Out Second Run Of Historic Edition Nov 6, 2008
Featured: Barack Obama's Historic Victory. Barack Obama's historic election as America's first African-American president sparked a sellout of Daily Press newspapers Wednesday, taking by surprise circulation managers who had increased their normal print run by 25. (WTKR.com, VA)
Dole Slams 'Godless' Fundraiser Nov 3, 2008
Massachusetts fund-raiser focus of North Carolina firestorm - BostonHerald ... Massachusetts fund-raiser focus of North Carolina firestorm ... The ugly political battle in North Carolina - where Sen. (Newsmax)
Former county resident pleads guilty to stealing mother's jewelry Oct 30, 2008
Former county resident pleads guilty to stealing mother's jewelry. The Greensboro, N.C., resident pleaded guilty to theft by receiving stolen property on the day she was scheduled to begin a three-day trial. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Fall foliage Oct 30, 2008
Trees in north Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and northern Alabama are bursting with color to rival any New England landscape. For a day trip or a short weekend check out these nearby wonders. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
What Lurks in the Shadows? Oct 29, 2008
He has since investigated properties in Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, Kentucky, Illinois, Iowa, North Carolina and New Mexico. Uses Police Techniques in Hunt. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Chris Cranes slips in lesson Oct 24, 2008
When the Eagles take on North Carolina tomorrow in Chapel Hill, N.C., they ll be seeing yet another defense that lives off of turnovers ... Photo by John Wilcox BC quarterback Chris Crane and the Eagles face a North Carolina defense tomorrow that is tied for the national lead in interceptions. (Bceagles.com)
Bees actresses buzz about sweet roles Oct 15, 2008
But Prince-Bythewood had a surprise in store before filming in North Carolina, to help the 27-year-old actress get a better understanding of how bad segregation was 44 years ago. Hudson was sent to a local store with co-star Dakota Fanning. (Boston Herald)
Boston College needs to take Virginia Tech seriously Oct 14, 2008
After the upset loss against the Pirates to open their schedule, the Hokies took care of Furman then squeaked out three-point victories against Georgia Tech and North Carolina before edging Nebraska in Lincoln and beating Western Kentucky ... North Carolina State quarterback Russell Wilson nearly ran another blemish onto BC s record on Oct. 4. (Bceagles.com)
College ice gets hot in a hurry Oct 11, 2008
By Associated Press GREENSBORO, N.C. - Boston College quarterback Chris Crane and North Carolina. More on. (Bceagles.com)
Ease the pain of a lost key Oct 10, 2008
He said the Triangle area is "a real linchpin" to the company's plans in North Carolina. "Our goal is to have stores from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific, and North Carolina kind of connects the central Atlantic [states] to the Southeast Atlantic states," he said. (News & Observer)
Valley events Oct 8, 2008
Handmade North Carolina Baskets instructor Joni-Dee Ross will teach quarterly at the senior center on Main Street in Scotland Neck until the future art center becomes a reality ... Tuesday, Oct. 18, North Carolina State Fair, cost is 23 ... Handmade North Carolina Baskets instructor Joni-Dee Ross will teach quarterly at the senior center on Main Street in Scotland Neck until the future art center becomes a reality. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
And then there were two? Oct 7, 2008
Mr Edwards has called a joint press conference with his wife, Elizabeth, to take place at 4pm UK time in their home state of North Carolina. And while no one has yet spelled it out, the consensus appears to be that he may well announce his withdrawal from the campaign due to his wife's health. (Yahoo News -- Presidential Election 2000)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Oct 4, 2008
METHANE (Rawlins, Raleigh News ver) -- Google will put methane to work in North Carolina. 500. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
A grocery co-op for Durham Oct 3, 2008
Ownership is open to anyone 18 years or older living in North Carolina. People who buy shares can add additional adults living in their household for $40 each. (News & Observer)
Southeastern fests for Oct. 3-5 and beyond Oct 3, 2008
Morehead City The North Carolina Seafood Festival, a fund-raiser for community organizations set for Oct. 3-5, features chef demonstrations, a boat show and regatta, golf and fishing tournaments, fireworks and an open-air seafood market ... Ocean Isle Beach The North Carolina Oyster Festival, Oct. 18-19, marks the 28th anniversary with an oyster-shucking championship, an oyster stew cook-off, live entertainment, arts and crafts, a road race and a kids' area ... Dillsboro The fourth annual... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Members Escape Morning Church Fire; Faulty Cord To Blame Sep 22, 2008
Featured: Barr, Nader Muscle In. Norfolk fire investigators are trying to figure out who started a suspicious house fire Saturday afternoon. (WTKR.com, VA)
OJ jurors hear recording of hotel confrontation Sep 20, 2008
Featured: Barr, Nader Muscle In. Associated Press - September 20, 2008 12:03 AM ET. (WTKR.com, VA)
Loan program pays off Sep 17, 2008
I don t know if we had any specific expectations for the program, says Lee Cornelison, director of the North Carolina district of the SBA, based in Charlotte. Its intent was to honor our veterans and assist returning reservists and guardsmen returning from overseas. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
SE festivals for Sept. 19-21 Sep 16, 2008
Southeastern festivals for Sept. 19-21 and beyond. Plan your daytrip or weekend getaway. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Defense says O.J. middleman may testify today Sep 16, 2008
Featured: Candidates Can't Avoid Wall Street. Associated Press - September 16, 2008 6:53 AM ET. (WTKR.com, VA)
Nevada game wardens seize illegal African frogs Sep 13, 2008
At least 10 other states outlaw the African clawed frogs without a special permit Arizona, California, Hawaii, Kentucky, Louisiana, New Jersey, North Carolina, Oregon, Virginia and Washington. Company officials cooperated in the investigation, officials said. (Yahoo News)
Nothing certain for Boston College Eagles Sep 9, 2008
The Eagles then head back on the road to visit old friend Tom O Brien at North Carolina State ... After that, BC travels to Chapel Hill to face North Carolina. (Bceagles.com)
Jury selection to begin in OJ Simpson robbery case Sep 8, 2008
Featured: MCain Plays the Maverick Once Again. Associated Press - September 8, 2008 4:03 AM ET. (WTKR.com, VA)
EA's Spore aims to create new worlds, businesses Sep 5, 2008
RALEIGH, North Carolina (Reuters) - Electronic Arts Inc's creature-building game "Spore" offers players a chance to develop new worlds -- and maybe even new lines of business for the video game maker. ADVERTISEMENT. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Borough bracing for busy Saturday Sep 4, 2008
Meanwhile, Bike Night, sponsored by the Blue Comet Motorcycle Club, expects to attract bikers from as far as Ohio and North Carolina, according to club President Russ Smith. "Picture wall-to-wall people on Main Street from Valley Forge to Broad," Miller said. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Businesses booming despite economy Sep 2, 2008
Businesses under new management or ownership include Henderson-Boone Insurance which is now owned by Mechanics Bank, and the Exxon (across from Hardees) and Shell (formerly Cousins) gas stations which are now owned by Kangaroo Express, a convenience store chain based in Sanford, North Carolina. Two popular Pontotoc County restaurant also have changed owners. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Community datebook (08/29/08) Aug 29, 2008
Future Islands, 10 p.m., Kodiak Bar and Grill, 225 E. Fifth Ave. North Carolina post-wave dance rockers bring their guttural sounds to a show full of "Flicker and Flutter." $10-$13 ... Future Islands, 8 p.m., The Downstairs, 420 W. Third Ave. North Carolina post-wave dance rockers bring their guttural sounds to a show full of "Flicker and Flutter." $10-$13. (Anchorage Daily News)
Paying Tribute To County Armed Forces, Past And Present Aug 29, 2008
Sitting at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina, I was able to witness our troops coming home from Iraq. Children and their families made banners that lined the roads to the headquarters hundreds of family members holding flags, and the child the soldiers never got to see except in a photo. (Fulton County News, PA)
FCC Steps Up Digital Transition Campaign in Wilmington Aug 17, 2008
A sign over the FCC Conversion Booth at the Poplar Grove event read, in part, First in Flight, First in Digital, a riff on North Carolina s license plate tagline. The FCC aides are equipped with TVs, purchased up for $20 or less at local thrift stores, and other equipment: one FCC staffer said she brings an antenna from home. (Multichannel News)
Canton, Texas upset with Stephen Colbert Aug 16, 2008
Cantons in Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, North Carolina and Ohio have so far escaped Colberts ire. Slide show. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Durham Bulls club to help dedicate postage stamp Aug 13, 2008
The event is among several scheduled at minor league ballparks and other facilities throughout North Carolina commemorating the stamp. All rights reserved. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Paying homage to what's vanished in Beijing's race to modernize Aug 5, 2008
At some point in reading these books, Bostonians of at least a certain age will think, "West End," and they will be both right, and wrong, writes Campanella, a professor at the University of North Carolina who has taught at MIT and in China. "Driving American urban renewal," he writes, "was a perceived need to save 'dying' central cities from economic oblivion.". (Boston Globe)
NC Wine Country Tour: Country Squir... Aug 2, 2008
Nestled in the quiet countryside of coastal North Carolina, just 40 miles north of , is a unique winery that is owned and operated by a Scots lassie ... Today, the Country Squire is one of North Carolina's more than 70 and it attracts visitors and guests from all over the world with its great food and quiet accommodations. (Suite101.com)
Gamers hit the virtual gridiron early Aug 2, 2008
RALEIGH, North Carolina (Reuters) - Although the future team colors of quarterback Brett Favre are unknown, when the 20th Anniversary "Madden NFL 09" game is released in August he will be wearing the Green Bay Packers' colors on the cover. ADVERTISEMENT. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
NC Wine Country: South Coast Wineri... Aug 1, 2008
NC Wine Country: South Coast Wineries Tour: Tour the vineyards and wineries of North Carolinas Southern Coast ... Tour the vineyards and wineries of North Carolinas Southern Coast ... The North Carolina wine industry has grown in the past few years to be a major contender in the American wine market. (Suite101.com)
Goldmine Pickers perform July 31 Jul 31, 2008
The band has charmed audiences during tours through Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, Vermont and in Washington D.C., Boston, New York City and Philadelphia. Enthusiastically received as the opening band for a sold-out concert by the Del McCoury Band at northern Indiana's increasingly prestigious Performing Arts Series, the Goldmine Pickers has also performed alongside such greats as Hot Buttered Rum String Band, Angela Desveaux, Pierce Pettis, The... (Dowagiac News, MI)
N.C. buys spittoons from Conn. collector Jul 28, 2008
The state of North Carolina is buying 252 of them for a museum ... - The state of North Carolina will buy the spittoon collection Jim Kinner kept for years deep in the basement of his Jewett City home and display it in the Duke Homestead State Historic Site and Tobacco Museum in Durham ... Keith A. Hardison, director of North Carolina's Division of State Historic Sites and Properties, said the state rarely buys entire collections of antiques, but determined that Kinner's was "significant.". (Boston Globe)
More of this story Jul 26, 2008
Active in several blacksmith associations in North Carolina, Hurley says he's still learning and developing his craft. "Even after 35 years, I nearly always learn something new," he says. (Huntersville Herald, NC)
Editor's Notebook: I love the smell of free enterprise in the morning Jul 17, 2008
He and Rhodes were offloading their stuff before moving to North Carolina and sold about half the items in two hours. I just wish someone liked my junk as much as I once did, Rhodes said. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Grayson County pair visitHonolulu for tournament Jul 16, 2008
The tournament was sponsored by Elite Sports International and featured teams from North Carolina, Oklahoma, Hawaii, Arkansas, Georgia, Tennessee, and Texas as well as Kentucky ... The Kentucky team, christened Big K or Special K by the team, won games against North Carolina and Hawaii, but lost contests against Oklahoma and a team comprised of East Coast players. (Leitchfield Grayson County, KY)
Secrets of Successful Collectors Jul 7, 2008
For Harvey Linn of North Carolina, it's personal. He ate off of a Fiesta plate (always Cobalt blue) at his grandmother's house in the mid 1960s. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
WorthPoint to Sponsor "American Presidential Experience" During Democratic National Convention in Denver Jul 3, 2008
The touring exhibition, organized by Jim Warlick, owns the Political Americana store on Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, DC, has thrilled millions of visitors to Democracy Plaza in Rockefeller Center; the North Carolina State Fair; the American Presidential Museum in Branson, Missouri; and Presidents Park in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia. Warlick is an expert Worthologist on American Presidential memorabilia for WorthPoint. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Spots close to ATL Jun 13, 2008
North Carolina travel stories ... Highlights maritime history of the Cape Fear River and southeast North Carolina ... Climb to the top of "Old Baldy." North Carolina's oldest lighthouse (1817) sits across the river from Southport on Bald Head Island. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
"They've Lost A Lot" Jun 2, 2008
Featured: Gay Marriage Issue Not Over Yet. Nearly three months after a fire forced them out of their building, the vendors of Bill's Flea Market in Virginia Beach continue to feel the community's support. (WTKR.com, VA)
Unforgettable, sumptuous getaways in Dixie May 30, 2008
There are places in the Souththe coastal Lowcountry of she-crabs and shrimp, the Louisiana lands of crawfish and jambalaya, the eastern North Carolina region of peppery pulled porkthat send gastronomes into orbit ... During your s 00000B03 outhern sojourn, you might be lucky enough stumble upon a full-tilt feasta pig pickin featuring a whole hog in North Carolina, or a Lowcountry boil of shrimp, sausage and corn in coastal South Carolina and Georgia ... The Great Smoky... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Farm show revisits the ‘good old days’ May 26, 2008
While the show offered a good time for the young and the not-so-young, it also helped promote the association s mission of preserving a way of life in eastern North Carolina ... Blounts Creek native Jesse Tripp said he joined the club about a year after it was established, and he has visited other farm shows across North Carolina and as far away as Indiana. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Fossil festival is ‘bad to the bone’ May 25, 2008
Fossil clubs featured at the showcase included the American Fossil Foundation, the North Carolina Fossil Club and the Aurora Fossil Club. The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences had a display featuring land and marine mammals. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Race Week has cash registers revving in Race City USA May 21, 2008
Whether fans are visiting the many motorsports shops in town or gazing at memorabilia at the North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame, Johnson said the sales tax revenue resulting from tourists goes through the roof. The economic impact of racing is just unbelievable, he added. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Boy's Flea Market Disappearance a 'Hoax' May 21, 2008
The Amber Alert for a 3-year-old North Carolina boy who was reported missing from a flea market by his mother Sunday was the result of a "hoax," the Smithfield Police Department police chief announced this morning. Police chief says mother could face charges for filing a missing child report. (ABC News)
Mistrial declared in theft case May 20, 2008
Amanda Joy Harkcom, 28, who has resided in Maryland, Elk Lick Township and North Carolina since the incident, was on trial for stealing the items from the home of her mother, Amy Gilbreath, in 2006 ... Chilton is incarcerated in North Carolina and will not be allowed to be extradited to Somerset County to face identical charges from the incident until he is paroled or serves his sentence there, Jacobs said. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Report: Amber Alert Issued for Missing Smithfield Boy May 20, 2008
North Carolina State Police have issued an Amber Alert for a 3-year-old boy after the child disappeared from a Smithfield flea market Sunday afternoon. Siraj Munir Davenport, also known as Roji, stands about 3 feet tall, 35 pounds with dark hair and brown eyes, Fox affiliate WRAL reported. (Fox News)
Helicopter, crews searches for missing child May 20, 2008
Police are searching for a 3-year-old boy who disappeared from a North Carolina flea market. Investigators resumed their search Monday for Siraj Munir Davenport of Four Oaks. (Herald Sun)
Missing North Carolina Child Found Unharmed May 20, 2008
Featured: Obama Won't Claim Victory Even If He Wins. SMITHFIELD, N.C. (AP) - Authorities say a 3-year-old boy who disappeared from a Smithfield flea market has been found safe. (WTKR.com, VA)
Spain seizes 'priceless' antiques May 7, 2008
Obama hails North Carolina win. Chile volcano evacuation. (BBC News -- Europe)
Looters Arrested At Site Of Tornado Devastation May 6, 2008
Featured: Once Again, Voters Have Their Say. There's a lot of talk swirling around our court petition in Suffolk. (WTKR.com, VA)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale May 6, 2008
Democrats fight for Indiana and North Carolina. Frontline volunteers build digital lifelines after disasters. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
Thomas Kinkade to Unveil the Officially Licensed Daytona 500(R) 50th Running Portrait at ''The Light & The Thunder'' ... May 5, 2008
Surrounded by beautiful hardwood forests, Victory Junction Gang Camp is located in the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina. For more information, visit. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Suffolk Humane Society Needs New Home May 3, 2008
A North Carolina fisherman is dead after drowning in the Pagan River ... The Outer Banks of North Carolina ranks #3 on that list. (WTKR.com, VA)
Bill Clinton trumpets folksy message in N.C. May 2, 2008
At one of a dizzying series of appearances this week on his wife's behalf in rural North Carolina, the former president scoffed at an unnamed "snooty" columnist who had poked fun at his wooing of ordinary working folk ... These are the voters who spurred Clinton to victory in Pennsylvania last week and could boost her on Tuesday in North Carolina and Indiana as well as in later contests in West Virginia and Kentucky ... And although Clinton's rock star appeal may have faded since his own... (Boston Globe)
Selling family treasures to pay bills May 2, 2008
"This is not about downsizing. It's about needing gas money," said Nancy Baughman, founder of eBizAuctions, an online auction service she runs out of her garage in Raleigh, North Carolina. One former affluent customer is now unemployed and had to unload Hermes leather jackets and Versace jeans and silk shirts. (CNN)
Ed Bouchette's Steelers/NFL Draft chat transcript 04/22/08 Apr 23, 2008
Ed Bouchette: Kentwan Balmer, DT, North Carolina. Dobre_Shunka: How many years does Hines have left in him. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Share your tips for traveling to D.C. Apr 17, 2008
I know it s always election season in Washington, but the city seems more alive and exciting during a presidential election year - even if the candidates themselves are off in North Carolina, Indiana or Pennsylvania. With that said, here are a few tips for planning a trip to DC.. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Big names owe big-time on taxes Apr 15, 2008
In an effort to shame tax delinquents into paying, 15 states California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin and the District of Columbia have started publishing the names of people the governments say owe large amounts of taxes. The inexpensive tactic has worked. (USA Today -- Money)
