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Friday, August 26, 2005
News & Sports For August 26th
Wilkes County Hit By Earthquake Aftershock
Portions of Wilkes County were hit Wednesday night with what experts are calling the aftershocks of an earthquake. Around 11pm Wednesday, an earthquake registering 3.8 on the Richter scale hit Eastern Tennessee near the community of Hot Springs. Less than an hour later, aftershocks from that quake were felt in Western North Carolina, including portions of Wilkes. Families in Millers Creek , Moravian Falls, Wilkesboro and Purlear all reported rumbling and shaking, however there were no reports of damage and no one injured from the quake. It’s unknown why the quake happened, as there previously hadn’t been any major seismic activity in the area.
Pressure Washer Stolen From Millers Creek Residence
Sheriff’s deputies were called out to a Millers Creek residence on Wednesday, after the homeowner returned to find someone had been in his garage. The lock was broken on the building and a pressure washer that had been stored inside was missing. The joke appears to be on the thieves however, as the washer was falling apart and being held together with green cord. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
Wilkes County Citizens Could Be In For A Refund
Phone fraud is a major problem across the United States and here in North Carolina, the Attorney General’s office is doing their best to deal with it. Now comes news that Wilkes County citizens, along with other people in the state, might be owed some money. Anyone who was involved with American Savings Discount Club, will soon be able to get their money back. The loan company conned 20,000 people here in Wilkes and across the state into signing up for overpriced and illegal loans. ASDC officials would call people and promise them loans ranging from $500 to $1500 in price, all in exchange for an up front payment of $100 and then $30 each month. What actually happened was that once customers signed up, they were told about an additional $30 membership fee, along with a loan repayment fee. As a result, the company has been forced to pay out $2.1 million in refunds and to receive one, you must fill out a claim form, then return it by October 6th. To find out if you qualify or to get a form, you can call the Claims Administrator at Analytics Inc. Their toll free number is 866-890-4856.
Car Vandalized At Traphill Residence
A Traphill man called sheriff’s deputies earlier this week after returning home to find that someone had tried to steal his car. The steering column was broken and over $300 worth of damage was done to the vehicle. Despite the damage, no one in the area heard or saw anyone come near the house. That investigation is ongoing.
Central Wilkes Middle School To Hold First Falcon Night
This coming Monday, students and parents are being invited to Central Wilkes Middle School for the First Falcon Family Night. Information will be available about the school’s athletic programs, also about some new laws that will affect how PE and Health classes operate. There will also be free blood pressure and diabetes screenings at the event, along with several other activities. That will be held this coming Monday, August 29th from 6-8pm in the gym of Central Wilkes Middle School. Anyone who attends the school is invited along with their parents. For more information you can call Chris Gambill at 667-7453.
Ronda Woman Falls Victim To Prank Calls
A Ronda woman called deputies earlier this week after constantly receiving harassing phone calls on her cell. A person keeps calling every few days, not saying anything to begin with but then cursing at the woman before hanging up. However the woman’s cell has caller ID on it, so the phone number was turned over to sheriff’s deputies and traced. Still the caller continues to harass, as the woman has received at least 13 calls over the last three weeks from the same person. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
Recall Of Frozen Meat Affects Wilkes Consumers
A recall is going on of an estimated 900,000 pounds of frozen beef patties across the country. The problem is that some of them have been contaminated with the deadly E. coli bacteria and are a health risk. The recalled products all come from Flanders Inc. and include all three and five pound packages of Flanders Bun Buster 100% Beef Burgers. Also all two, five and ten pound packages of Flanders Beef Patties, and all ten pound packages of Flanders Homestyle Cubed Beef Patties. Finally all two pound packages of America’s Pride Beef Patties, ten pound packages of Flanders Patty Mix, five pound packages of Value Time Beef Patties and all five pound boxes of Grill Master Beef Patties have been recalled. All of the affected products have an establishment number on them of EST 9145 and you can see that by looking inside the USDA seal of inspection. North Carolina was one of several states across the nation to receive the bad beef. You can return the meat to where you bought it for a refund and if you have any questions, the USDA Meat & Poultry office has set up a hotline at 1-888-674-6854.
Moravian Falls Man Is Victimized By Illegal Dumping
Why dump your garbage on someone else’s lawn? That’s what a Moravian Falls man is wondering today, after coming home to find that someone had dumped clothes and trash in his yard. Then just two days later, he returned home to find that a broken down air conditioner was sitting in his yard as well. There are currently no suspects in the case however deputies are continuing the investigation.
Thief Leaves After Pushing Out Window
A witness stopped a would be thief from breaking into a Wilkesboro residence this week. A neighbor of the victim saw a woman trying to climb in through the front window, prying it open and shattering it. After being seen, the thief took off down the road, but not before being recognized. The woman’s name and description were turned over to police by the neighbor and the investigation is ongoing.
State News
High School Athletes Asked To Pay
For the second time this year, a city in North Carolina is asking their high school athletes to pay in order to play. Athletes at Page High School in Greensboro were asked to pay $30 for each sport they’re involved in, a move designed to help the school recoup the nearly $20,000 in debt they’ve amounted. Currently no high school in North Carolina charges a required fee in order for players to take part and Page officials don’t want to change that, saying that the $30 fee would be completely voluntary. For the most part students and their parents have agreed to help fund the school, with fundraisers being organized for later this year. However some families have questioned how much of their money will be going to the athletic programs, as they already have to pay for things like gloves and warm up gear. There are 27 separate athletic teams at Page High School with an athletics budget of $135,000.
Libertarian No More
The State Board of Elections handed down a ruling this week, eliminating one political party from the upcoming elections. The Libertarian Party was removed from consideration, due to the fact they failed to at least get 10% of the votes in last year’s governor’s and presidential races. Under state law, official political parties have to at least achieve that 10% margin or their members and candidates become listed as unaffiliated. The Libertarian Party didn’t even come close, finishing with ¼ of the needed votes. With that being the case, unaffiliated candidates have to get signatures totaling up to 4% of the voters in their area, in order to be placed on the ballot. Party leaders say that they plan to sue the state to get the rule overturned.
16 Tons Of Copper Wire Stolen From NC Town
Why would you steal 16 tons of copper wire? Officials in Warrenton North Carolina are trying to figure that out today, after arresting and charging two men with the theft. Two of the town’s employees, 51-yr-old Gregory Reese and 34-yr-old Frank Gutskey used their positions to steal the wire from an abandoned textile plant. After stealing the copper wire, which was estimated at a value of $20,000, the two then sold it in the Rocky Mount community. It’s believed at this time that the two used town equipment, including a forklift, to steal the wire and then took it out of town to sell. Gutskey, who’s in charge of garbage collection and Reese, who supervises the town’s water and sewer systems were also suspended from their jobs without pay until a verdict is handed down in the case.
100 Year Old Man Rounds The Track
In Belmont, Roy Lawing celebrated his birthday by driving around the track at Lowes Motor Speedway. His 100th birthday. Speedway president Humpy Wheeler first took Lawing on a lap around the track, hitting speeds of 100 in honor of the man’s 100th birthday. Then Lawing took the wheel himself and drove the pace car around the track for two laps. Afterwards he was treated to a cake with the words Aged To Perfection on it. Lawing reached 75 mph during his laps but said if he knew he was being timed, he would have gone faster.
More North Carolina Troops Headed To Iraq
More soldiers from here in North Carolina have received the call to ship out to Iraq. 1500 troops from the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg have been called to deploy and set up protection for the October 15th referendum on the country’s constitution. Then if Iraqi citizens approve the constitution, the soldiers will stay in place for the national elections in December. Officials estimate that the troops will be over in Iraq for a total of 120 days. An exact date of when the soldiers will be shipping out has not yet been announced.
Kannapolis Residents Get More Than They Expected At The Faucet
Strange things happened when residents of Kannapolis went to turn on the water Wednesday night. Instead of the normal clear water, liquid poured out in different colors, some dark and as some residents called it disfigured. City officials said that there wasn’t any health threat due to the colored water and the problem was being corrected. What had apparently happened is that maintenance work was going on Wednesday on the fire protection system in downtown Kannapolis. Mud and other sediment had apparently got into the water system somehow and into the drinking water. The problem was solved by early Thursday.
Sports Headlines
High School Football Tonight On 3WC
The second week of high school football got underway last night as East Wilkes beat North in JV football 33-8. Coming up tonight Ken Byrd and Keith Briand will be over in Moravian Falls, as Wilkes Central plays host to West Wilkes as our 3WC Game Of The Week. Brian will be over at the station, keeping you up to date on the other major game going on, between North High and East. That’s coming up tonight at 7:15 with kickoff set for 7:30, on your home for local sports, 1240 3WC.
Tarheels Land Another Football Recruit
Taking a look at the college scene, the UNC Tarheels have landed another football commitment for 2006. Ed Barham, a 6-5 tight end from Virginia agreed to come play at Chapel Hill. The senior from Surry County High School is a two way player, working both as a defensive end and also as a tight end, the position he’ll be assuming at UNC. Last season Barham had 110 tackles and eight sacks on defense, while also catching 20 passes for 500 yards. This marks the 23rd player to commit to the Heels for 2006.
ACC Basketball Schedule Highlights Part Two
Yesterday we told you about some of the highlighted games on the ACC basketball schedule this season. Now taking a look at the second half of the year, NC State will tip things off against North Carolina on Saturday Jan. 7th, while the next day Duke travels to Wake Forest to take on the Deacons. The Wolfpack head to Durham on Jan. 18th, before going home to host Wake Forest on the 21st. February 7th is a date going to be circled on a lot of calendars this year as that’s the first matchup between Duke and Carolina in Chapel Hill. Four days later, Wake Forest will host UNC Charlotte, before going on the road to play the Blue Devils on February 14th. North Carolina will face off against Wake Forest in Winston Salem Sunday, February 19th, then go on the road against NC State Feb. 22nd. Then the final game between Duke and UNC will take place in Durham on Saturday March 4th, the same day NC State and Wake Forest square off in Winston Salem.
Minor League Scoreboard
In the minor leagues, the Hickory Crawdads lost a player as catcher Neil Walker was promoted to the Pirates other single A team, the Lynchburg Hillcats. The 19 year old Walker ranked second in the league with 146 hits so far, good enough to be named to the South Atlantic League All Star Team. Walker had averaged .301 for the season, hitting 12 home runs and driving in 68 runs during his stay in Hickory.
Former Tarheel Looking To Make A Name In NFL
It’s been four years since Ronald Curry suited up and heard the roar of an ACC crowd. Now the former Tarheel is looking to stake his claim in the NFL, as he works to solidify his hold as the third receiver of the Oakland Raiders. Curry is coming off major surgery, as a tear in his Achilles’ tendon forced him out of the last four games the team played in 2004. A seveth round pick, Curry finished second on the team in receiving last season, despite the injuries, having put up 50 catches for 679 yards.
Dale Junior Looking For A Family Connection
Dale Earnhart may look to family connections to plug the holes in his team next season. Earnhart, while not officially announcing it, has all but said his cousin Tony Eury Jr. will be crew chief on the No. 8 in 2006. Junior told reporters thatit was pretty obvious what DEI plans to do with the team, after Eury Jr. signed a long term contract. Junior also wants Tony Eury Sr. to serve as team manager for his Busch Series team, but no decision has been made. With several months still left in the season, it’s unlikely an officially announcement regarding Eury Jr. will come for a while, as he’s currently the crew chief for Michael Waltrip’s No. 15 Chevy.
Portions of Wilkes County were hit Wednesday night with what experts are calling the aftershocks of an earthquake. Around 11pm Wednesday, an earthquake registering 3.8 on the Richter scale hit Eastern Tennessee near the community of Hot Springs. Less than an hour later, aftershocks from that quake were felt in Western North Carolina, including portions of Wilkes. Families in Millers Creek , Moravian Falls, Wilkesboro and Purlear all reported rumbling and shaking, however there were no reports of damage and no one injured from the quake. It’s unknown why the quake happened, as there previously hadn’t been any major seismic activity in the area.
Pressure Washer Stolen From Millers Creek Residence
Sheriff’s deputies were called out to a Millers Creek residence on Wednesday, after the homeowner returned to find someone had been in his garage. The lock was broken on the building and a pressure washer that had been stored inside was missing. The joke appears to be on the thieves however, as the washer was falling apart and being held together with green cord. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
Wilkes County Citizens Could Be In For A Refund
Phone fraud is a major problem across the United States and here in North Carolina, the Attorney General’s office is doing their best to deal with it. Now comes news that Wilkes County citizens, along with other people in the state, might be owed some money. Anyone who was involved with American Savings Discount Club, will soon be able to get their money back. The loan company conned 20,000 people here in Wilkes and across the state into signing up for overpriced and illegal loans. ASDC officials would call people and promise them loans ranging from $500 to $1500 in price, all in exchange for an up front payment of $100 and then $30 each month. What actually happened was that once customers signed up, they were told about an additional $30 membership fee, along with a loan repayment fee. As a result, the company has been forced to pay out $2.1 million in refunds and to receive one, you must fill out a claim form, then return it by October 6th. To find out if you qualify or to get a form, you can call the Claims Administrator at Analytics Inc. Their toll free number is 866-890-4856.
Car Vandalized At Traphill Residence
A Traphill man called sheriff’s deputies earlier this week after returning home to find that someone had tried to steal his car. The steering column was broken and over $300 worth of damage was done to the vehicle. Despite the damage, no one in the area heard or saw anyone come near the house. That investigation is ongoing.
Central Wilkes Middle School To Hold First Falcon Night
This coming Monday, students and parents are being invited to Central Wilkes Middle School for the First Falcon Family Night. Information will be available about the school’s athletic programs, also about some new laws that will affect how PE and Health classes operate. There will also be free blood pressure and diabetes screenings at the event, along with several other activities. That will be held this coming Monday, August 29th from 6-8pm in the gym of Central Wilkes Middle School. Anyone who attends the school is invited along with their parents. For more information you can call Chris Gambill at 667-7453.
Ronda Woman Falls Victim To Prank Calls
A Ronda woman called deputies earlier this week after constantly receiving harassing phone calls on her cell. A person keeps calling every few days, not saying anything to begin with but then cursing at the woman before hanging up. However the woman’s cell has caller ID on it, so the phone number was turned over to sheriff’s deputies and traced. Still the caller continues to harass, as the woman has received at least 13 calls over the last three weeks from the same person. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
Recall Of Frozen Meat Affects Wilkes Consumers
A recall is going on of an estimated 900,000 pounds of frozen beef patties across the country. The problem is that some of them have been contaminated with the deadly E. coli bacteria and are a health risk. The recalled products all come from Flanders Inc. and include all three and five pound packages of Flanders Bun Buster 100% Beef Burgers. Also all two, five and ten pound packages of Flanders Beef Patties, and all ten pound packages of Flanders Homestyle Cubed Beef Patties. Finally all two pound packages of America’s Pride Beef Patties, ten pound packages of Flanders Patty Mix, five pound packages of Value Time Beef Patties and all five pound boxes of Grill Master Beef Patties have been recalled. All of the affected products have an establishment number on them of EST 9145 and you can see that by looking inside the USDA seal of inspection. North Carolina was one of several states across the nation to receive the bad beef. You can return the meat to where you bought it for a refund and if you have any questions, the USDA Meat & Poultry office has set up a hotline at 1-888-674-6854.
Moravian Falls Man Is Victimized By Illegal Dumping
Why dump your garbage on someone else’s lawn? That’s what a Moravian Falls man is wondering today, after coming home to find that someone had dumped clothes and trash in his yard. Then just two days later, he returned home to find that a broken down air conditioner was sitting in his yard as well. There are currently no suspects in the case however deputies are continuing the investigation.
Thief Leaves After Pushing Out Window
A witness stopped a would be thief from breaking into a Wilkesboro residence this week. A neighbor of the victim saw a woman trying to climb in through the front window, prying it open and shattering it. After being seen, the thief took off down the road, but not before being recognized. The woman’s name and description were turned over to police by the neighbor and the investigation is ongoing.
State News
High School Athletes Asked To Pay
For the second time this year, a city in North Carolina is asking their high school athletes to pay in order to play. Athletes at Page High School in Greensboro were asked to pay $30 for each sport they’re involved in, a move designed to help the school recoup the nearly $20,000 in debt they’ve amounted. Currently no high school in North Carolina charges a required fee in order for players to take part and Page officials don’t want to change that, saying that the $30 fee would be completely voluntary. For the most part students and their parents have agreed to help fund the school, with fundraisers being organized for later this year. However some families have questioned how much of their money will be going to the athletic programs, as they already have to pay for things like gloves and warm up gear. There are 27 separate athletic teams at Page High School with an athletics budget of $135,000.
Libertarian No More
The State Board of Elections handed down a ruling this week, eliminating one political party from the upcoming elections. The Libertarian Party was removed from consideration, due to the fact they failed to at least get 10% of the votes in last year’s governor’s and presidential races. Under state law, official political parties have to at least achieve that 10% margin or their members and candidates become listed as unaffiliated. The Libertarian Party didn’t even come close, finishing with ¼ of the needed votes. With that being the case, unaffiliated candidates have to get signatures totaling up to 4% of the voters in their area, in order to be placed on the ballot. Party leaders say that they plan to sue the state to get the rule overturned.
16 Tons Of Copper Wire Stolen From NC Town
Why would you steal 16 tons of copper wire? Officials in Warrenton North Carolina are trying to figure that out today, after arresting and charging two men with the theft. Two of the town’s employees, 51-yr-old Gregory Reese and 34-yr-old Frank Gutskey used their positions to steal the wire from an abandoned textile plant. After stealing the copper wire, which was estimated at a value of $20,000, the two then sold it in the Rocky Mount community. It’s believed at this time that the two used town equipment, including a forklift, to steal the wire and then took it out of town to sell. Gutskey, who’s in charge of garbage collection and Reese, who supervises the town’s water and sewer systems were also suspended from their jobs without pay until a verdict is handed down in the case.
100 Year Old Man Rounds The Track
In Belmont, Roy Lawing celebrated his birthday by driving around the track at Lowes Motor Speedway. His 100th birthday. Speedway president Humpy Wheeler first took Lawing on a lap around the track, hitting speeds of 100 in honor of the man’s 100th birthday. Then Lawing took the wheel himself and drove the pace car around the track for two laps. Afterwards he was treated to a cake with the words Aged To Perfection on it. Lawing reached 75 mph during his laps but said if he knew he was being timed, he would have gone faster.
More North Carolina Troops Headed To Iraq
More soldiers from here in North Carolina have received the call to ship out to Iraq. 1500 troops from the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg have been called to deploy and set up protection for the October 15th referendum on the country’s constitution. Then if Iraqi citizens approve the constitution, the soldiers will stay in place for the national elections in December. Officials estimate that the troops will be over in Iraq for a total of 120 days. An exact date of when the soldiers will be shipping out has not yet been announced.
Kannapolis Residents Get More Than They Expected At The Faucet
Strange things happened when residents of Kannapolis went to turn on the water Wednesday night. Instead of the normal clear water, liquid poured out in different colors, some dark and as some residents called it disfigured. City officials said that there wasn’t any health threat due to the colored water and the problem was being corrected. What had apparently happened is that maintenance work was going on Wednesday on the fire protection system in downtown Kannapolis. Mud and other sediment had apparently got into the water system somehow and into the drinking water. The problem was solved by early Thursday.
Sports Headlines
High School Football Tonight On 3WC
The second week of high school football got underway last night as East Wilkes beat North in JV football 33-8. Coming up tonight Ken Byrd and Keith Briand will be over in Moravian Falls, as Wilkes Central plays host to West Wilkes as our 3WC Game Of The Week. Brian will be over at the station, keeping you up to date on the other major game going on, between North High and East. That’s coming up tonight at 7:15 with kickoff set for 7:30, on your home for local sports, 1240 3WC.
Tarheels Land Another Football Recruit
Taking a look at the college scene, the UNC Tarheels have landed another football commitment for 2006. Ed Barham, a 6-5 tight end from Virginia agreed to come play at Chapel Hill. The senior from Surry County High School is a two way player, working both as a defensive end and also as a tight end, the position he’ll be assuming at UNC. Last season Barham had 110 tackles and eight sacks on defense, while also catching 20 passes for 500 yards. This marks the 23rd player to commit to the Heels for 2006.
ACC Basketball Schedule Highlights Part Two
Yesterday we told you about some of the highlighted games on the ACC basketball schedule this season. Now taking a look at the second half of the year, NC State will tip things off against North Carolina on Saturday Jan. 7th, while the next day Duke travels to Wake Forest to take on the Deacons. The Wolfpack head to Durham on Jan. 18th, before going home to host Wake Forest on the 21st. February 7th is a date going to be circled on a lot of calendars this year as that’s the first matchup between Duke and Carolina in Chapel Hill. Four days later, Wake Forest will host UNC Charlotte, before going on the road to play the Blue Devils on February 14th. North Carolina will face off against Wake Forest in Winston Salem Sunday, February 19th, then go on the road against NC State Feb. 22nd. Then the final game between Duke and UNC will take place in Durham on Saturday March 4th, the same day NC State and Wake Forest square off in Winston Salem.
Minor League Scoreboard
In the minor leagues, the Hickory Crawdads lost a player as catcher Neil Walker was promoted to the Pirates other single A team, the Lynchburg Hillcats. The 19 year old Walker ranked second in the league with 146 hits so far, good enough to be named to the South Atlantic League All Star Team. Walker had averaged .301 for the season, hitting 12 home runs and driving in 68 runs during his stay in Hickory.
Former Tarheel Looking To Make A Name In NFL
It’s been four years since Ronald Curry suited up and heard the roar of an ACC crowd. Now the former Tarheel is looking to stake his claim in the NFL, as he works to solidify his hold as the third receiver of the Oakland Raiders. Curry is coming off major surgery, as a tear in his Achilles’ tendon forced him out of the last four games the team played in 2004. A seveth round pick, Curry finished second on the team in receiving last season, despite the injuries, having put up 50 catches for 679 yards.
Dale Junior Looking For A Family Connection
Dale Earnhart may look to family connections to plug the holes in his team next season. Earnhart, while not officially announcing it, has all but said his cousin Tony Eury Jr. will be crew chief on the No. 8 in 2006. Junior told reporters thatit was pretty obvious what DEI plans to do with the team, after Eury Jr. signed a long term contract. Junior also wants Tony Eury Sr. to serve as team manager for his Busch Series team, but no decision has been made. With several months still left in the season, it’s unlikely an officially announcement regarding Eury Jr. will come for a while, as he’s currently the crew chief for Michael Waltrip’s No. 15 Chevy.
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Thursday, August 25, 2005
News & Sports For August 25th
Illness To Garwood Plays Part In Lottery Debate
North Carolina is still without a lottery today and a hospital visit by Wilkes Senator John Garwood played a part. With Garwood in the hospital recovering from illness, a vote on the lottery would be deadlocked, as Republicans and Democrats stood tied on the issue. State Democrats tried to fix the issue by challenging a leave of absence taken by one member of the Senate. Under state rules, a Senate member has to request a leave of absence, meaning that they have to find another senator who will agree to be paired up with them. The pair basically cancel each other’s vote out, keeping any one side from having an unfair advantage due to sickness or other issues. After Garwood went to the hospital, Majority Leader Tony Rand challenged the absence of another Republican who was paired with a Democrat. If such a challenge was held up, it would mean that Democrats had the necessary votes needed to pass through the lottery. However minutes later, Democrat Marc Basnight, the Senate leader, surprisingly withdrew the request and allowed the session to end without a vote on the lottery. Basnight later said the move was made to treat the Republican delegates with respect.
One Stop Shopping In North Wilkesboro
A North Wilkesboro man got a surprise when he returned home on Tuesday. Thieves had broke in through the back door and taken several thousand dollars worth of materials. Included in the theft was a gun cleaner kit, some golf clubs, a telescope, a cordless drill and several other items. There are vehicle tracks leading from the man’s back yard onto Fishing Creek Road, but as of yet deputies have no suspects. The investigation is ongoing.
United Way Campaign Begins Today
Later tonight, the Wilkes United Way organization is holding an event to kick off their 2005-2006 campaign. The price of admission is one can of non perishable food. There will be food and games, along with musical performances, face painting and other things. In addition, raffle tickets will be sold, with the winner receiving two tickets to the Food City 500 Nextel Cup Race in Bristol. To get more information you can call the local United Way office at 651-7800 or visit their website at www.Uwwilkes.org.
Gas Thieves Hit Again
For the second time in less than two days, gas thieves hit a business in the Wilkes County area. This time a man pulled up to the Rock Creek BP, pumped just over $26 worth of gas into his car and drove off. Employees however were able to get a description of both the man and his vehicle, which were turned over to deputies. The investigation is ongoing.
Focus On The Kitchen
When people can’t afford to buy food, who do they turn to? Here in Wilkes, the Samaritan’s Kitchen lends a hand. The Kitchen, which has been in operation for over six years, is involved with several different programs throughout the week. Elizabeth Ferguson, Volunteer Coordinator for the Kitchen, will be Brian's guest on Focus later today. They'll be discussing some ways you can get involved and lend a hand if you want to do that. That’s today at 1:05pm, right after the midday stock report.
Just Came Over To Borrow The Shed
Sheriff’s deputies were called out to a Ronda woman’s home on Tuesday, after she discovered something strange on her property. Thieves had apparently tried to break into one of her storage buildings, however once inside they turned around and left. Nothing was taken from the building and no other damage was done to any part of the property. There is a suspect in the case, as witnesses saw a white pickup in the area and were able to describe it, along with the driver to deputies.
Roadside Assistance For Farmers
The Department of Agriculture has created a new program for farmers in the area, one that would help them market their products. The Roadside Farm Market program is designed to help farmers directly sell their fruits and vegetables to people who might otherwise buy the products at a store. Now for more information or to get involved with the program, you can contact Ross Williams at the NC Department of Agriculture. His number is 919-733-7887. Applications are also available at the Wilkes Cooperative Extension office.
Wreck On Main Street Totals Two
Wilkesboro police were called out to the scene of a wreck on Main Street Tuesday afternoon. A Traphill woman had slowed down due to traffic ahead of her when she was hit from behind. The second driver, a Hays woman, had been following behind but didn’t notice the car coming to a stop in time to avoid a collision. Both cars were totaled and had to be towed away, with estimated damages placed at $6800. That second driver, Amber Nicole Davis was charged with failure to reduce speed and having unsafe tires. Thankfully however no one was injured in the crash.
Mailbox Vandals Hit For Second Time This Week
A Darby man was the latest victim of mailbox vandals this week. During the night, the man heard a loud noise and came out to see what it was. While he didn’t see anyone around, his mailbox was damaged, making it the eighth such case in that area. Over the last few weeks several different homes in the area have been targets of the vandals but in each cases, no one actually saw the crime taking place. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
State News
Murder Suspect Doesn’t Show Up For Court
In Burlington, police are on the hunt for a murder suspect, a man who was released on bond and appears to have fled. Ramone Donte Stewart was charged with first degree murder after killing a man outside a bar two years ago. Stewart was released on $275,000 bond, but failed to show up for his trial. Warrants have been issued for his arrest and officials are asking anyone with information to call their local law enforcement office.
Mixed Results For NC In Base Realignment
The news was mixed for North Carolina after the Base Realignment Commission made its’ recommendations. Due to the closing of Fort McPherson in Georgia, two separate Army commands will be transferring to Pope Air Force Base. In addition, the 7th Special Forces Group will be moved from Fort Bragg to Eglin Air Force Base in Florida, while Bragg’s 82nd Airborne Division will gain a brigade combat team. All total, 4325 new jobs will be coming to Fort Bragg over the next few months. However the commission also recommended that the Naval Reserve Center in Asheville be shut down, one of 20 such centers that the Pentagon wants eliminated. Before any of this can happen however, both President Bush and the Congress have to approve the changes.
Drivers Stranded After Heavy Rains
Several dozen drivers had to look for new ways of getting to work on Wednesday, after their cars were stranded on a parking deck. Tuesday night, flash flooding in the Charlotte area led one parking deck on Executive Park Drive to be submerged, causing damage to 75 vehicles in the area. The reason for the flooding comes from a design flaw, as a creek runs below the deck. People spent a good part of the day scooping out water and trying to dry off their vehicles.
Milk Causes Traffic Problems On I-40
Parts of I-40 near Greensboro were backed up Wednesday morning as work crews cleaned up a wreck. A tractor trailer carrying milk overturned, spilling out 200 gallons onto the highway. One lane of I-40 was closed until the afternoon, as workers attempted to clean up the milk and move the truck out of the way. Officials believe a lack of sleep was the cause of the crash, as the driver was airlifted to Baptist Hospital.
ATV Ring Broke Up In Gaston County
Officials in Gaston County announced on Wednesday that they’ve broken up an ATV theft ring that had been operating in the area. The ringleader, 19-yr-old Michael Shane Hoffman, was arrested and charged this week. Hoffman and his group are accused of stealing ATVs from Cleveland, Gaston, Mecklenburg and York Counties. Portions of the stolen goods already recovered are estimated at $55,000 with more still missing.
Sports Headlines
UNC Loses QB For Season
Bad news for the Tarheels, as they’ve officially lost their backup quarterback for the season. Roger Heinz agreed to have surgery on his back, to repair two herniated discs that have all but wiped out his sophomore year. With Heinz now officially out, that leaves freshman Cam Sexton as the backup. Sexton had been competing for the starting job in spring practice, until he broke his ankle, which he’s still rehabbing. Behind Sexton on the depth chart are redshirt freshman Joey Bozich, true freshman Bobby Rome, and walk-ons Ben Johnson and Jay Spence. Matt Baker will be the starter when the Heels take the field on September 10th.
ACC Schedule Part One
The ACC basketball schedule was released on Wednesday, with the conference making a record 265 appearances on national TV. This season marks the first that Boston College will take part in, as the conference expands to 12 schools. Some important games for local fans will be Saturday Nov. 19th, when Gardner-Webb takes on the national champion Tarheels. Then one day later on Sunday, November 20th, the Demon Deacons of Wake Forest play host to UNC Asheville. Appalachian State comes to Winston for a matchup against the Deacons on Friday Nov. 25th and then Elon comes to Wake on Saturday December 3rd. The Mountaineers will continue to make their rounds in the ACC, as Appalachian heads to Reynolds Coliseum to take on the Wolfpack Saturday December 10th. Tomorrow we’ll take a look at the other highlights on the schedule after December.
Minor League Scoreboard
Taking a look around the minor leagues, it was Winston Salem beating Lynchburg 4-1. The Warthogs got a strong pitching performance from starter Ray Liotta, who didn’t give up any runs in six innings of work to get his fifth win of the season. Orionny Lopez came on in relief to record his first save of the season.
Davis Moves Up To First Team
In the NFL, some good news for Panther fans, as running back Stephen Davis was moved up into the starting lineup. Until now, Deshaun Foster had been the starting back, but the return of Davis bumped him to the second unit. Davis, who’s recovering from off season knee surgery, is expected to be kept out of Friday’s game with Cleveland but is targeting next week’s matchup against Pittsburgh as his official return.
Junior To Run Busch Team
In NASCAR, Dale Junior is making a move of sorts as he starts up his own Busch team. JR Motorsports, will have the number 88 Chevy in the Busch Series next season, driven by Mark McFarland and sponsored by the US Navy. This won’t be the first race for McFarland or the #88, as Junior debuted the team this season in the Pro Cup Series. McFarland drove the car to one win and ten top ten finishes in thirteen races. Eaarnhart says he still wants DEI involved with the venture, but there is no agreement currently in place.
Rule Changes Coming In NASCAR
Some major news coming out of NASCAR today, as certain rule changes were announced for 2006. The current testing policy will be refined, with each team allowed only six designated tracks to test at. Two of the six tests have to be at Daytona and Indianapolis, with the other four still up for discussion. Also a tire leasing policy will go into effect, replacing the current program of buying them each week. At each track, teams will be able to lease as many tires as they want, however all of them must be returned before the crew leaves the track. Also cars will be impounded after qualifying at 31 of next year’s 36 races.
North Carolina is still without a lottery today and a hospital visit by Wilkes Senator John Garwood played a part. With Garwood in the hospital recovering from illness, a vote on the lottery would be deadlocked, as Republicans and Democrats stood tied on the issue. State Democrats tried to fix the issue by challenging a leave of absence taken by one member of the Senate. Under state rules, a Senate member has to request a leave of absence, meaning that they have to find another senator who will agree to be paired up with them. The pair basically cancel each other’s vote out, keeping any one side from having an unfair advantage due to sickness or other issues. After Garwood went to the hospital, Majority Leader Tony Rand challenged the absence of another Republican who was paired with a Democrat. If such a challenge was held up, it would mean that Democrats had the necessary votes needed to pass through the lottery. However minutes later, Democrat Marc Basnight, the Senate leader, surprisingly withdrew the request and allowed the session to end without a vote on the lottery. Basnight later said the move was made to treat the Republican delegates with respect.
One Stop Shopping In North Wilkesboro
A North Wilkesboro man got a surprise when he returned home on Tuesday. Thieves had broke in through the back door and taken several thousand dollars worth of materials. Included in the theft was a gun cleaner kit, some golf clubs, a telescope, a cordless drill and several other items. There are vehicle tracks leading from the man’s back yard onto Fishing Creek Road, but as of yet deputies have no suspects. The investigation is ongoing.
United Way Campaign Begins Today
Later tonight, the Wilkes United Way organization is holding an event to kick off their 2005-2006 campaign. The price of admission is one can of non perishable food. There will be food and games, along with musical performances, face painting and other things. In addition, raffle tickets will be sold, with the winner receiving two tickets to the Food City 500 Nextel Cup Race in Bristol. To get more information you can call the local United Way office at 651-7800 or visit their website at www.Uwwilkes.org.
Gas Thieves Hit Again
For the second time in less than two days, gas thieves hit a business in the Wilkes County area. This time a man pulled up to the Rock Creek BP, pumped just over $26 worth of gas into his car and drove off. Employees however were able to get a description of both the man and his vehicle, which were turned over to deputies. The investigation is ongoing.
Focus On The Kitchen
When people can’t afford to buy food, who do they turn to? Here in Wilkes, the Samaritan’s Kitchen lends a hand. The Kitchen, which has been in operation for over six years, is involved with several different programs throughout the week. Elizabeth Ferguson, Volunteer Coordinator for the Kitchen, will be Brian's guest on Focus later today. They'll be discussing some ways you can get involved and lend a hand if you want to do that. That’s today at 1:05pm, right after the midday stock report.
Just Came Over To Borrow The Shed
Sheriff’s deputies were called out to a Ronda woman’s home on Tuesday, after she discovered something strange on her property. Thieves had apparently tried to break into one of her storage buildings, however once inside they turned around and left. Nothing was taken from the building and no other damage was done to any part of the property. There is a suspect in the case, as witnesses saw a white pickup in the area and were able to describe it, along with the driver to deputies.
Roadside Assistance For Farmers
The Department of Agriculture has created a new program for farmers in the area, one that would help them market their products. The Roadside Farm Market program is designed to help farmers directly sell their fruits and vegetables to people who might otherwise buy the products at a store. Now for more information or to get involved with the program, you can contact Ross Williams at the NC Department of Agriculture. His number is 919-733-7887. Applications are also available at the Wilkes Cooperative Extension office.
Wreck On Main Street Totals Two
Wilkesboro police were called out to the scene of a wreck on Main Street Tuesday afternoon. A Traphill woman had slowed down due to traffic ahead of her when she was hit from behind. The second driver, a Hays woman, had been following behind but didn’t notice the car coming to a stop in time to avoid a collision. Both cars were totaled and had to be towed away, with estimated damages placed at $6800. That second driver, Amber Nicole Davis was charged with failure to reduce speed and having unsafe tires. Thankfully however no one was injured in the crash.
Mailbox Vandals Hit For Second Time This Week
A Darby man was the latest victim of mailbox vandals this week. During the night, the man heard a loud noise and came out to see what it was. While he didn’t see anyone around, his mailbox was damaged, making it the eighth such case in that area. Over the last few weeks several different homes in the area have been targets of the vandals but in each cases, no one actually saw the crime taking place. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
State News
Murder Suspect Doesn’t Show Up For Court
In Burlington, police are on the hunt for a murder suspect, a man who was released on bond and appears to have fled. Ramone Donte Stewart was charged with first degree murder after killing a man outside a bar two years ago. Stewart was released on $275,000 bond, but failed to show up for his trial. Warrants have been issued for his arrest and officials are asking anyone with information to call their local law enforcement office.
Mixed Results For NC In Base Realignment
The news was mixed for North Carolina after the Base Realignment Commission made its’ recommendations. Due to the closing of Fort McPherson in Georgia, two separate Army commands will be transferring to Pope Air Force Base. In addition, the 7th Special Forces Group will be moved from Fort Bragg to Eglin Air Force Base in Florida, while Bragg’s 82nd Airborne Division will gain a brigade combat team. All total, 4325 new jobs will be coming to Fort Bragg over the next few months. However the commission also recommended that the Naval Reserve Center in Asheville be shut down, one of 20 such centers that the Pentagon wants eliminated. Before any of this can happen however, both President Bush and the Congress have to approve the changes.
Drivers Stranded After Heavy Rains
Several dozen drivers had to look for new ways of getting to work on Wednesday, after their cars were stranded on a parking deck. Tuesday night, flash flooding in the Charlotte area led one parking deck on Executive Park Drive to be submerged, causing damage to 75 vehicles in the area. The reason for the flooding comes from a design flaw, as a creek runs below the deck. People spent a good part of the day scooping out water and trying to dry off their vehicles.
Milk Causes Traffic Problems On I-40
Parts of I-40 near Greensboro were backed up Wednesday morning as work crews cleaned up a wreck. A tractor trailer carrying milk overturned, spilling out 200 gallons onto the highway. One lane of I-40 was closed until the afternoon, as workers attempted to clean up the milk and move the truck out of the way. Officials believe a lack of sleep was the cause of the crash, as the driver was airlifted to Baptist Hospital.
ATV Ring Broke Up In Gaston County
Officials in Gaston County announced on Wednesday that they’ve broken up an ATV theft ring that had been operating in the area. The ringleader, 19-yr-old Michael Shane Hoffman, was arrested and charged this week. Hoffman and his group are accused of stealing ATVs from Cleveland, Gaston, Mecklenburg and York Counties. Portions of the stolen goods already recovered are estimated at $55,000 with more still missing.
Sports Headlines
UNC Loses QB For Season
Bad news for the Tarheels, as they’ve officially lost their backup quarterback for the season. Roger Heinz agreed to have surgery on his back, to repair two herniated discs that have all but wiped out his sophomore year. With Heinz now officially out, that leaves freshman Cam Sexton as the backup. Sexton had been competing for the starting job in spring practice, until he broke his ankle, which he’s still rehabbing. Behind Sexton on the depth chart are redshirt freshman Joey Bozich, true freshman Bobby Rome, and walk-ons Ben Johnson and Jay Spence. Matt Baker will be the starter when the Heels take the field on September 10th.
ACC Schedule Part One
The ACC basketball schedule was released on Wednesday, with the conference making a record 265 appearances on national TV. This season marks the first that Boston College will take part in, as the conference expands to 12 schools. Some important games for local fans will be Saturday Nov. 19th, when Gardner-Webb takes on the national champion Tarheels. Then one day later on Sunday, November 20th, the Demon Deacons of Wake Forest play host to UNC Asheville. Appalachian State comes to Winston for a matchup against the Deacons on Friday Nov. 25th and then Elon comes to Wake on Saturday December 3rd. The Mountaineers will continue to make their rounds in the ACC, as Appalachian heads to Reynolds Coliseum to take on the Wolfpack Saturday December 10th. Tomorrow we’ll take a look at the other highlights on the schedule after December.
Minor League Scoreboard
Taking a look around the minor leagues, it was Winston Salem beating Lynchburg 4-1. The Warthogs got a strong pitching performance from starter Ray Liotta, who didn’t give up any runs in six innings of work to get his fifth win of the season. Orionny Lopez came on in relief to record his first save of the season.
Davis Moves Up To First Team
In the NFL, some good news for Panther fans, as running back Stephen Davis was moved up into the starting lineup. Until now, Deshaun Foster had been the starting back, but the return of Davis bumped him to the second unit. Davis, who’s recovering from off season knee surgery, is expected to be kept out of Friday’s game with Cleveland but is targeting next week’s matchup against Pittsburgh as his official return.
Junior To Run Busch Team
In NASCAR, Dale Junior is making a move of sorts as he starts up his own Busch team. JR Motorsports, will have the number 88 Chevy in the Busch Series next season, driven by Mark McFarland and sponsored by the US Navy. This won’t be the first race for McFarland or the #88, as Junior debuted the team this season in the Pro Cup Series. McFarland drove the car to one win and ten top ten finishes in thirteen races. Eaarnhart says he still wants DEI involved with the venture, but there is no agreement currently in place.
Rule Changes Coming In NASCAR
Some major news coming out of NASCAR today, as certain rule changes were announced for 2006. The current testing policy will be refined, with each team allowed only six designated tracks to test at. Two of the six tests have to be at Daytona and Indianapolis, with the other four still up for discussion. Also a tire leasing policy will go into effect, replacing the current program of buying them each week. At each track, teams will be able to lease as many tires as they want, however all of them must be returned before the crew leaves the track. Also cars will be impounded after qualifying at 31 of next year’s 36 races.
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Wednesday, August 24, 2005
News & Sports For August 24th
Deadline Fast Approaching For Farmers
There is less than two weeks left for Wilkes County farmers to receive state funds if their property was damage by hurricanes last year. State aid money will be sent out on September 9th to anyone who suffered crop losses or had to rebuild from last year’s storms. However when filing out their information sheet, several hundred farmers throughout North Carolina refused to allow the state to share their information with federal agencies. This causes a problem because the Department of Agriculture is the one in charge of sending out the aid money & without that consent form, they don’t know who to send it to. The deadline to turn in a form is September 9th and you can pick one up at the Cooperative Extension office. To call for more information, their number is 651-7331.
Drink Machines Targeted Across Wilkes
Around Wilkes, thieves hit a series of drink machines, apparently looking for some easy money. Two Wilkesboro businesses were hit, first at a lumber yard on Hwy 16 and then at 421 Motors. In both cases the thieves pried open the machine door and removed the money from inside. The same thing happened to another business on Boone Trail, as thieves ripped open the machine and took the money. In all three cases, the missing money totaled up to $50, while $800 in damages was done. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
United Way Campaign Begins Tomorrow
On Thursday of this week, the Wilkes United Way organization is holding an event to kick off their 2005-2006 campaign. The price of admission is one can of non perishable food. There will be food and games, along with musical performances, face painting and other things. IN addition, raffle tickets will be sold, with the winner receiving two tickets to the Food City 500 Nextel Cup Race in Bristol. To get more information you can call the local United Way office at 651-7800 or visit their website at www.Uwwilkes.org.
Just Came By To Borrow A Few Things
Sheriff’s deputies were called out to a North Wilkesboro residence this week, after the homeowner returned to find thieves had been by. The man’s tiller was missing, along with his chainsaw. However there was no sign of a break-in and nothing else damaged or stolen on the property. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
WCC To Host Financial Class For Adults
Sometimes it can be a pain collecting on a debt. Regardless if it’s something owed by a neighbor or payment charged to your business. Coming up next month, Wilkes Community College is holding a seminar, to help people understand what their legal rights are in such a situation. Such as what are your options for collecting a bad debt? What to do when a debtor skips town? The meeting is free, however you must register ahead of time to get in. To sign up, you can call WCC at 838-6210. That will take place on September 29th, sponsored by the Small Business Center of the college.
Another Case Of Gas Theft
Yet another business in Wilkes fell victim to gas thieves this week. A man drove up to the Little Market Basket in Wilkesboro, pumped just over $10 in gas and then drove off without paying. Employees however were able to get a description of both the man and the vehicle, which were turned over to deputies. That investigation is ongoing.
Focus On The Kitchen
When people can’t afford to buy food, who do they turn to? Here in Wilkes, the Samaritan’s Kitchen lends a hand. The Kitchen, which has been in operation for over six years, is involved with several different programs throughout the week. Later this week on Focus on the Foothills, Brian will be talking with Volunteer Coordinator Elizabeth Ferguson about what exactly the organization is and how you can get involved if you want to do that. That’s tomorrow at 1:05pm, right after the midday stock report.
Wreck On Winkler Mill Road Totals Two
It’s always a good idea to look before you leap. A North Wilkesboro man learned this week it’s the same when you’re driving. The man was driving on the Winkler Mill Road when he looked away for a few minutes. He turned back around just in time to see his car slam into the one in front. Both cars spun in the intersection, finally coming to a stop a few feet down the road. Both cars were totaled in the crash and had to be towed away. Estimated damages were placed at $3500. Thankfully however no one was injured in the wreck.
Mailbox Vandals Hit Another Home
Yet another home in the Wilkes County area fell prey to mailbox vandals this week. A Roaring River man walked outside to find that his mailbox had been pulled up and damaged, with estimated costs placed at $30. Despite the damage, no one in the area could recall hearing or seeing anything during the night. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
State News
The Wait Is Over
North Carolina finally has a superintendent of public schools. June Atkinson was selected by a joint session of both the House and Senate 93 to 21. However the vote was not without controversy, as nearly 50 lawmakers wrote “protest” on their ballot, saying that they couldn’t and shouldn’t determine a winner in the race. This marks the first time since 1835 where the General Assembly had to step in and select a winner in a statewide race. Atkinson was immediately sworn in and will assume her duties later today. This ends almost a year of court battles on the subject. Atkinson won the election by 8535 votes, however Republican Bill Fletcher challenged the results, saying that some of the provisional ballots were cast out of the voter’s home precinct and shouldn’t be counted. Atkinson then won again in the recount but Fletcher continued to block her appointment with new court challenges. Now that state lawmakers have stepped in, there’s no other options left open.
Over A Hundred Students Released From College Team
Controversy has ignited at Louisburg College here in North Carolina, after over a hundred students were released from the football team. The problem came after head coach Tim Newton guaranteed spots to players, despite there being more than the necessary limit. The president of Louisburg said the college made a decision to order the players cut, because they couldn’t afford to keep them all on the team. Costs of uniforms, meals and other problems were raised. However that doesn’t help some students, who paid $19,000 to attend on the promise of having a shot at the football team. Now without a tryout or any other chance, they’ve been released. The NAACP is considering filing a lawsuit in the case.
Truck Goes Hog Wild On Interstate
Officials near Raleigh had to clean up portions of the interstate on Tuesday, after several passengers of a truck went hog wild. The vehicle had been carrying pigs when the driver suddenly had to pull over, as he noticed that some of the animals were falling onto the road. It’s unclear exactly how the pigs escaped, but several were running around the Beltline before being rounded up. None of the animals were killed and thankfully no drivers were injured while swerving to avoid them. Traffic however was backed up for several hours during the cleanup.
Man Drives Into Raleigh High School
High school students in Raleigh got a surprise when leaving class yesterday. At Broughton High School, a truck crashed into the school’s lobby. Apparently the driver had come by to pick up his grandson, but got his foot stuck on the accelerator. As a result, he drove into the building, through the glass doors and came to rest in the gym lobby. While people were in the area at that time, thankfully no one was hurt in the crash. Police are determining today if the driver will face charges, however the first day of school will go on as planned later this week.
Fake 911 Calls Land Iredell Teen In Hot Water
An Iredell teenager has been arrested after police discovered she was responsible for over 1500 fake calls to 911. 19-yr-old Heather Garrison called 911 repeatedly since the first of the month, always cursing, whispering or laughing. The calls were eventually tracked down to her phone, leading to the arrest. It’s still unclear why exactly she made the calls, as she didn’t say anything to officers.
Sinkhole Grows In Hickory
It’s become the case of the giant expanding hole. A sinkhole at Buffalo’s Restaurant in Hickory continues to grow today, to the point where it soon might begin affecting traffic on Highway 70. In July, the sinkhole opened up, but no one has stepped forward to pay for the necessary repair work. As a result, water pools up during each rainfall and spills out into the nearby highway, creating problems for drivers. Now, as portions of the pavement continue to fall in, Hickory officials continue to debate who is actually going to pay for the needed construction. A decision on the matter isn’t expected until next month at the earliest.
Water Goes Out In Mount Holly
Residents of Mount Holly had to do without water for parts of this week, after a pipe was damaged. On Monday, a gas company was doing some work when they punctured a nearby water main just off Highway 273. While work crews repaired the damaged pipes, residents living around Old Hickory Grove Road found themselves without water for eight hours. Crews worked around the clock, finally finishing the repairs around 1am Tuesday morning.
Sports Headlines
Edwards Has Goals For UNC
You could say that Barrington Edwards has some modest goals for his first official season as a Tarheel. But then you’d be wrong. Edwards told reporters that his first goal this season will be to rush for 1,000 yards. By comparison, the last Tarheel running back to do that was Jonathan Linton back in 1997. Taking over as the starter due to Ronnie McGill’s injuries, Edwards doesn’t have much competition for the spot, as backup Vince Wilson recently announced he’ll be transferring before the season begins. And UNC will have their first game just over two weeks from now, as they go on the road to face Georgia Tech September 10th.
Wake Forest Loses Two Players
Bad news up the road in Winston Salem, as two Wake Forest players were lost for the season due to injury. Andrew Conroy, a freshman linebacker and Will Hollis, a junior receiver, both had serious knee injuries that have developed during camp and will require surgery. Conroy has already had the procedure and Hollis went under the knife yesterday. Losing Hollis especially hurt the Deacons, as he was a key player on special teams last year.
North Carolina Players Added To Lombardi List
In other college football news, several players from here in the state made the Lombardi Award Watch List. The Lombardi Award is handed out each year to the top offensive lineman in the country and 123 names were put in for consideration this season. Manny Lawson, a senior from NC State, senior Kyle Ralph from North Carolina and junior Steve Vallos from Wake Forest were all added to the list. Throughout the season, names will be eliminated until the top lineman is chosen by a committee at the end of the year.
Tarheels Turn Down European Basketball Player
Despite having some depth problems, UNC’s basketball program turned down a potential recruit on Monday. European forward Cem Dinc had recently attracted attention from both the Tarheels and Indiana, based on his offensive skills and 6-10 frame. But UNC officials told Dinc on Monday that if he wanted to suit up as a member of the ‘Heels, it would probably be a good idea to first take a year of prep school to get ready. While Dinc considers his options, he’s scheduled to visit Indiana this week.
Minor League Scoreboard
Taking a look around the minor leagues, it was Winston Salem beating Lynchburg 7-4. Warthogs starter Ryan Rodriguez became just the second 11 game winner in the Carolina League, giving up two runs in seven innings of work. With the win, Winston stays a game behind the Salem Avalanche in the hunt for the Southern Division title.
Davis Makes Position Change For Panthers
For the second time in less than a week, Thomas Davis is changing positions with the Carolina Panthers. Originally Davis had made the switch to linebacker, after starter Brandon Short went down with a leg injury. But now after strong safety Colin Branch is out for the year with an MCL tear, Davis is moving back to his original position. Davis played strong safety for three years at Georgia, while also developing skills as an occasional starter at linebacker.
There is less than two weeks left for Wilkes County farmers to receive state funds if their property was damage by hurricanes last year. State aid money will be sent out on September 9th to anyone who suffered crop losses or had to rebuild from last year’s storms. However when filing out their information sheet, several hundred farmers throughout North Carolina refused to allow the state to share their information with federal agencies. This causes a problem because the Department of Agriculture is the one in charge of sending out the aid money & without that consent form, they don’t know who to send it to. The deadline to turn in a form is September 9th and you can pick one up at the Cooperative Extension office. To call for more information, their number is 651-7331.
Drink Machines Targeted Across Wilkes
Around Wilkes, thieves hit a series of drink machines, apparently looking for some easy money. Two Wilkesboro businesses were hit, first at a lumber yard on Hwy 16 and then at 421 Motors. In both cases the thieves pried open the machine door and removed the money from inside. The same thing happened to another business on Boone Trail, as thieves ripped open the machine and took the money. In all three cases, the missing money totaled up to $50, while $800 in damages was done. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
United Way Campaign Begins Tomorrow
On Thursday of this week, the Wilkes United Way organization is holding an event to kick off their 2005-2006 campaign. The price of admission is one can of non perishable food. There will be food and games, along with musical performances, face painting and other things. IN addition, raffle tickets will be sold, with the winner receiving two tickets to the Food City 500 Nextel Cup Race in Bristol. To get more information you can call the local United Way office at 651-7800 or visit their website at www.Uwwilkes.org.
Just Came By To Borrow A Few Things
Sheriff’s deputies were called out to a North Wilkesboro residence this week, after the homeowner returned to find thieves had been by. The man’s tiller was missing, along with his chainsaw. However there was no sign of a break-in and nothing else damaged or stolen on the property. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
WCC To Host Financial Class For Adults
Sometimes it can be a pain collecting on a debt. Regardless if it’s something owed by a neighbor or payment charged to your business. Coming up next month, Wilkes Community College is holding a seminar, to help people understand what their legal rights are in such a situation. Such as what are your options for collecting a bad debt? What to do when a debtor skips town? The meeting is free, however you must register ahead of time to get in. To sign up, you can call WCC at 838-6210. That will take place on September 29th, sponsored by the Small Business Center of the college.
Another Case Of Gas Theft
Yet another business in Wilkes fell victim to gas thieves this week. A man drove up to the Little Market Basket in Wilkesboro, pumped just over $10 in gas and then drove off without paying. Employees however were able to get a description of both the man and the vehicle, which were turned over to deputies. That investigation is ongoing.
Focus On The Kitchen
When people can’t afford to buy food, who do they turn to? Here in Wilkes, the Samaritan’s Kitchen lends a hand. The Kitchen, which has been in operation for over six years, is involved with several different programs throughout the week. Later this week on Focus on the Foothills, Brian will be talking with Volunteer Coordinator Elizabeth Ferguson about what exactly the organization is and how you can get involved if you want to do that. That’s tomorrow at 1:05pm, right after the midday stock report.
Wreck On Winkler Mill Road Totals Two
It’s always a good idea to look before you leap. A North Wilkesboro man learned this week it’s the same when you’re driving. The man was driving on the Winkler Mill Road when he looked away for a few minutes. He turned back around just in time to see his car slam into the one in front. Both cars spun in the intersection, finally coming to a stop a few feet down the road. Both cars were totaled in the crash and had to be towed away. Estimated damages were placed at $3500. Thankfully however no one was injured in the wreck.
Mailbox Vandals Hit Another Home
Yet another home in the Wilkes County area fell prey to mailbox vandals this week. A Roaring River man walked outside to find that his mailbox had been pulled up and damaged, with estimated costs placed at $30. Despite the damage, no one in the area could recall hearing or seeing anything during the night. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
State News
The Wait Is Over
North Carolina finally has a superintendent of public schools. June Atkinson was selected by a joint session of both the House and Senate 93 to 21. However the vote was not without controversy, as nearly 50 lawmakers wrote “protest” on their ballot, saying that they couldn’t and shouldn’t determine a winner in the race. This marks the first time since 1835 where the General Assembly had to step in and select a winner in a statewide race. Atkinson was immediately sworn in and will assume her duties later today. This ends almost a year of court battles on the subject. Atkinson won the election by 8535 votes, however Republican Bill Fletcher challenged the results, saying that some of the provisional ballots were cast out of the voter’s home precinct and shouldn’t be counted. Atkinson then won again in the recount but Fletcher continued to block her appointment with new court challenges. Now that state lawmakers have stepped in, there’s no other options left open.
Over A Hundred Students Released From College Team
Controversy has ignited at Louisburg College here in North Carolina, after over a hundred students were released from the football team. The problem came after head coach Tim Newton guaranteed spots to players, despite there being more than the necessary limit. The president of Louisburg said the college made a decision to order the players cut, because they couldn’t afford to keep them all on the team. Costs of uniforms, meals and other problems were raised. However that doesn’t help some students, who paid $19,000 to attend on the promise of having a shot at the football team. Now without a tryout or any other chance, they’ve been released. The NAACP is considering filing a lawsuit in the case.
Truck Goes Hog Wild On Interstate
Officials near Raleigh had to clean up portions of the interstate on Tuesday, after several passengers of a truck went hog wild. The vehicle had been carrying pigs when the driver suddenly had to pull over, as he noticed that some of the animals were falling onto the road. It’s unclear exactly how the pigs escaped, but several were running around the Beltline before being rounded up. None of the animals were killed and thankfully no drivers were injured while swerving to avoid them. Traffic however was backed up for several hours during the cleanup.
Man Drives Into Raleigh High School
High school students in Raleigh got a surprise when leaving class yesterday. At Broughton High School, a truck crashed into the school’s lobby. Apparently the driver had come by to pick up his grandson, but got his foot stuck on the accelerator. As a result, he drove into the building, through the glass doors and came to rest in the gym lobby. While people were in the area at that time, thankfully no one was hurt in the crash. Police are determining today if the driver will face charges, however the first day of school will go on as planned later this week.
Fake 911 Calls Land Iredell Teen In Hot Water
An Iredell teenager has been arrested after police discovered she was responsible for over 1500 fake calls to 911. 19-yr-old Heather Garrison called 911 repeatedly since the first of the month, always cursing, whispering or laughing. The calls were eventually tracked down to her phone, leading to the arrest. It’s still unclear why exactly she made the calls, as she didn’t say anything to officers.
Sinkhole Grows In Hickory
It’s become the case of the giant expanding hole. A sinkhole at Buffalo’s Restaurant in Hickory continues to grow today, to the point where it soon might begin affecting traffic on Highway 70. In July, the sinkhole opened up, but no one has stepped forward to pay for the necessary repair work. As a result, water pools up during each rainfall and spills out into the nearby highway, creating problems for drivers. Now, as portions of the pavement continue to fall in, Hickory officials continue to debate who is actually going to pay for the needed construction. A decision on the matter isn’t expected until next month at the earliest.
Water Goes Out In Mount Holly
Residents of Mount Holly had to do without water for parts of this week, after a pipe was damaged. On Monday, a gas company was doing some work when they punctured a nearby water main just off Highway 273. While work crews repaired the damaged pipes, residents living around Old Hickory Grove Road found themselves without water for eight hours. Crews worked around the clock, finally finishing the repairs around 1am Tuesday morning.
Sports Headlines
Edwards Has Goals For UNC
You could say that Barrington Edwards has some modest goals for his first official season as a Tarheel. But then you’d be wrong. Edwards told reporters that his first goal this season will be to rush for 1,000 yards. By comparison, the last Tarheel running back to do that was Jonathan Linton back in 1997. Taking over as the starter due to Ronnie McGill’s injuries, Edwards doesn’t have much competition for the spot, as backup Vince Wilson recently announced he’ll be transferring before the season begins. And UNC will have their first game just over two weeks from now, as they go on the road to face Georgia Tech September 10th.
Wake Forest Loses Two Players
Bad news up the road in Winston Salem, as two Wake Forest players were lost for the season due to injury. Andrew Conroy, a freshman linebacker and Will Hollis, a junior receiver, both had serious knee injuries that have developed during camp and will require surgery. Conroy has already had the procedure and Hollis went under the knife yesterday. Losing Hollis especially hurt the Deacons, as he was a key player on special teams last year.
North Carolina Players Added To Lombardi List
In other college football news, several players from here in the state made the Lombardi Award Watch List. The Lombardi Award is handed out each year to the top offensive lineman in the country and 123 names were put in for consideration this season. Manny Lawson, a senior from NC State, senior Kyle Ralph from North Carolina and junior Steve Vallos from Wake Forest were all added to the list. Throughout the season, names will be eliminated until the top lineman is chosen by a committee at the end of the year.
Tarheels Turn Down European Basketball Player
Despite having some depth problems, UNC’s basketball program turned down a potential recruit on Monday. European forward Cem Dinc had recently attracted attention from both the Tarheels and Indiana, based on his offensive skills and 6-10 frame. But UNC officials told Dinc on Monday that if he wanted to suit up as a member of the ‘Heels, it would probably be a good idea to first take a year of prep school to get ready. While Dinc considers his options, he’s scheduled to visit Indiana this week.
Minor League Scoreboard
Taking a look around the minor leagues, it was Winston Salem beating Lynchburg 7-4. Warthogs starter Ryan Rodriguez became just the second 11 game winner in the Carolina League, giving up two runs in seven innings of work. With the win, Winston stays a game behind the Salem Avalanche in the hunt for the Southern Division title.
Davis Makes Position Change For Panthers
For the second time in less than a week, Thomas Davis is changing positions with the Carolina Panthers. Originally Davis had made the switch to linebacker, after starter Brandon Short went down with a leg injury. But now after strong safety Colin Branch is out for the year with an MCL tear, Davis is moving back to his original position. Davis played strong safety for three years at Georgia, while also developing skills as an occasional starter at linebacker.
posted by Scott Roberts # 5:55 AM
Tuesday, August 23, 2005
News & Sports For August 23rd
Local Teacher Named To State Committee
A Wilkes County teacher was named to the Governor’s Teacher Advisory Committee this week. James A Brooks, who teaches Latin, English and photojournalism at West High was appointed for his second time as a member of the committee. Along with other members of the group, Mr. Brooks will advise the governor of different concerns from teachers across the state. The committee also helps improve teaching and learning in public schools, while recommending new strategies to recruit teachers into North Carolina. The governor appoints all committee members, who will serve out a two year term.
Deputies Raid Dealer’s House
Sheriff’s deputies found drugs and money while executing a search warrant on Sunday. They were investigating a tip on the Rocky Ford Road and once inside the home, found an ice cream scoop covered with three grams of cocaine. In addition, a nearby fingernail clip and also a screwdriver were covered in cocaine as well. 59 morphine vials were found on a couch, along with marijuana seeds and the materials for making cocaine. 58-yr-old Luther Lee Key was arrested and charged With drug possession with intent to sell and maintaining a home for the sale of drugs.
More Open House Meetings At Local Schools
As local kids start their second week of school, it’s time for parents to get to know their children’s teachers and also see the classrooms. On Thursday of this week both Millers Creek Elementary and North Wilkesboro have their open house sessions. For Millers Creek Pre K through 2nd grade will hold open house from 6-7pm on Thursday, then orientation will go on for 3rd through 5th graders from 7-8pm. Over at North Wilkesboro Elementary Open House starts this Thursday at 4:30pm and runs until 6pm. Then next Monday Wilkes Central will hold their Open House from 6-8pm.
Wreck On 421 Totals One
It’s always a good idea to watch the road in front of you. A North Wilkesboro woman found that out the hard way earlier this week, as her car was totaled in a wreck. The woman had been following another vehicle through the green light, but didn’t notice when the car ahead stopped to let traffic go by. She slammed into the back of the other car, causing just under two thousand dollars in damage. The woman’s car had to be towed off, however thankfully no one was hurt in the crash.
All For A Few Quarters More
Sheriff’s deputies were called out to a home on Shingle Gap Road over the weekend, after reports came in of a break-in. The thieves pried off a screen from one of the windows, then climbed inside, taking a necklace, a .38 revolver $150 in quarters and some more jewelry. Estimated costs of all the damage done was placed at $350. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
Warning About Mosquito Bites
Beware of bugs. That’s the warning sent out this week in our 3WC Healthwatch. According to the State Department of the Environment, there have recently been two confirmed cases of eastern equine encephalitis in local animals. While livestock could be in jeopardy so too could humans. It’s rare for a human to contract the disease but North Carolina averages at least one case a year. Triple E attacks the body’s central nervous system, in both animals and humans, causing inflammation of the brain. Symptoms take anywhere from two days to two weeks to show up and they include fever and headache, confusion, drowsiness and later on possibly a coma. There is no vaccine and no cure for the disease, so the best thing to do is break out the mosquito repellent and be careful of where you go outside.
Musical Break-In On Richardson Road
Thieves broke into a home on Richardson Road this week, taking over $160 worth of items from inside. It’s unknown exactly how the thieves gained access to the home, as no damage could be seen anywhere on the property. But once inside, they took a CD player, some tools and a metal toolbox. There is however a suspect in the case and the investigation is ongoing.
Costs To Rise For Certain Tests
Bad news for local farmers, as the cost of some testing measures will be going up starting next week. North Carolina’s Agriculture Board ruled on Monday that increases would go into effect for plant tissue analysis, waste analysis, solution analysis and any testing for heavy metal content in soil. The amount of increase varies from test to test, with most only raising by one dollar. Routine soil testing however will still be a free service. This marks the first increase in fees in over 16 years and once again it will take effect September 1st.
Thieves Rip Off Ronald McDonald Fund
The McDonalds in Wilkesboro was hit by thieves late Sunday night. The Ronald McDonald Fund donation box was ripped off the wall, causing just over $600 worth of damage to the building. None of the night shift saw or heard anything in regards to the incident however officers are continuing the investigation.
State News
Special Ceremony Held For Civil War Brothers
A ceremony nearly two hundred years in the making was held on Sunday, as family members and friends gathered to honor two brothers who fought in the Civil Wart. Hosea and Jacob Horn were on different sides of the conflict, Jacob serving with the Union Army and his brother joining up with the Confederates. Over one hundred people made it out to the gravesite in Wilmington, where a memorial was held and the brothers were laid to rest in a family cemetery. The brothers’ remains had been lying in unmarked graves until discovered recently.
Extra Money Handed Out To Keep Teachers
Good news for school systems across North Carolina, as state lawmakers have given Gov. Easley $170 million to spend on recruiting teachers. The money is to be used over the next two years, on signing bonuses, pay raises or to increase the benefits of retiring teachers, to convince them to stay in the classroom. State officials hope that the money can keep teachers in the classroom and stop an exodus that the state has seen over the last few years.
School Bus Torched In Greensboro
Some high school kids in Greensboro are having to find another way to class today, after their buses were torched by vandals. The incident happened over the weekend, as Grimsley High’s principal came out to see the buses going up in flames. Principal Rob Gasparelo had been taking care of some paperwork before the new school year started this week, only to walk outside and see the wreckage. Police said they have no suspects, but damages were placed at around $60,000. It’s virtually impossible either one could be salvaged, as windows were shattered and portions of the buses were melted.
Duke Power To Possibly Charge For Water
Bad news today for people living along the Catawba River. Duke Power has announced plans to consider charging a fee for any town or city that gets water from the company’s manmade lakes along the river. That includes Lake James, Lake Wylie, Mountain Island Lake, Lake Norman, Lake Hickory and Lake Rhodhiss. The reason for the charge Duke officials say is due to the fact over the next 50 years the demand for water is expected to double. To make sure they don’t run out of water, the company wants to charge fees and use that money for conservation. Even if Duke Power does agree to go ahead with the charges, the easiest they could take affect is 2012.
Police Hunting Statesville Man
Officials across North Carolina are on the hunt today for a Statesville man who’s been accused of murder. Police believe that Robert Lane Windsor is still in the area, after the body of his ex girlfriend was found in the trunk of her car. Windsor had kidnapped the girlfriend earlier this month from her home in Conover, however he apparently abandoned both the body and the vehicle. It’s still unknown why he kidnapped the woman in the first place however police are continuing the investigation. A description of Windsor was not available at this time.
New I-140 Opened By Easley
Governor Easley took the first step on Monday toward opening up a new road to the beach. The first completed section of Interstate I-140 was declared open for drivers, a three mile section of road stretching from I-40 to NC 133. Eventually the four lane road will reach Wilmington, allowing people to drive around some of the small towns in the area and shrinking the time it takes to arrive at the beach. The next part of the project is set to be ready for drivers by December.
Sports Headlines
UNC Basketball Adds Another Player
Looking to reload after this summer’s mass exodus, the UNC Tarheels welcomed another freshman into their 2005 basketball team. Mike Copeland’s freshman season had been put on hold for a few weeks, while the grades came in from his summer school classes. But now that he’s received As in the two classes, Copeland is free to sign his scholarship with UNC, opening the door for him to take the court as a member of this year’s Tarheel team. The 6-8 235 Copeland averaged 17 points and 9 rebounds at Reynolds High School.
US Teams Take Gold In Turkey
It was a double dip for the US teams in this year’s World University Games. Both teams walked away with the gold medal as first last Friday the women beat Serbia & Montenegro 86-77. Then on Sunday, the U.S. men’s team beat Ukraine 85-70 behind Shelden Williams’ 15 points and 14 rebounds. This marks the first time since 1997 that the U.S. has made a clean sweep in the tournament.
Panthers Lose Player For Season
The Carolina Panthers lost a player for the season, after it was announced that safety Colin Branch will undergo surgery. Branch tore his MCL and ACL ligaments on the right knee during Saturday’s preseason matchup against the New York Giants. Fighting to take Branch’s spot will be rookie Ben Emmanuel along with free agent pickups Idrees Bashir and Marlon McCree.
Stewart & Johnson Lock Up Chase Spot
In NASCAR, two of the drivers who will be competing for the championship were decided on Sunday, as both Tony Stewart and Jimmie Johnson locked up spots. Stewart, the current points leader, was guaranteed a spot in the Chase For The Cup after finishing fifth at Michigan. Likewise Johnson earned a spot after coming in 10th at Michigan, cementing the second place spot in points.
Riggs To Join Everham
In other NASCAR news, Scott Riggs announced plans to join Everham Motorsports beginning next season. Riggs, coming off a second place finish in Sunday’s GFS Marketplace 400, is expected to make an official announcement with the team next week at Bristol.
A Wilkes County teacher was named to the Governor’s Teacher Advisory Committee this week. James A Brooks, who teaches Latin, English and photojournalism at West High was appointed for his second time as a member of the committee. Along with other members of the group, Mr. Brooks will advise the governor of different concerns from teachers across the state. The committee also helps improve teaching and learning in public schools, while recommending new strategies to recruit teachers into North Carolina. The governor appoints all committee members, who will serve out a two year term.
Deputies Raid Dealer’s House
Sheriff’s deputies found drugs and money while executing a search warrant on Sunday. They were investigating a tip on the Rocky Ford Road and once inside the home, found an ice cream scoop covered with three grams of cocaine. In addition, a nearby fingernail clip and also a screwdriver were covered in cocaine as well. 59 morphine vials were found on a couch, along with marijuana seeds and the materials for making cocaine. 58-yr-old Luther Lee Key was arrested and charged With drug possession with intent to sell and maintaining a home for the sale of drugs.
More Open House Meetings At Local Schools
As local kids start their second week of school, it’s time for parents to get to know their children’s teachers and also see the classrooms. On Thursday of this week both Millers Creek Elementary and North Wilkesboro have their open house sessions. For Millers Creek Pre K through 2nd grade will hold open house from 6-7pm on Thursday, then orientation will go on for 3rd through 5th graders from 7-8pm. Over at North Wilkesboro Elementary Open House starts this Thursday at 4:30pm and runs until 6pm. Then next Monday Wilkes Central will hold their Open House from 6-8pm.
Wreck On 421 Totals One
It’s always a good idea to watch the road in front of you. A North Wilkesboro woman found that out the hard way earlier this week, as her car was totaled in a wreck. The woman had been following another vehicle through the green light, but didn’t notice when the car ahead stopped to let traffic go by. She slammed into the back of the other car, causing just under two thousand dollars in damage. The woman’s car had to be towed off, however thankfully no one was hurt in the crash.
All For A Few Quarters More
Sheriff’s deputies were called out to a home on Shingle Gap Road over the weekend, after reports came in of a break-in. The thieves pried off a screen from one of the windows, then climbed inside, taking a necklace, a .38 revolver $150 in quarters and some more jewelry. Estimated costs of all the damage done was placed at $350. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
Warning About Mosquito Bites
Beware of bugs. That’s the warning sent out this week in our 3WC Healthwatch. According to the State Department of the Environment, there have recently been two confirmed cases of eastern equine encephalitis in local animals. While livestock could be in jeopardy so too could humans. It’s rare for a human to contract the disease but North Carolina averages at least one case a year. Triple E attacks the body’s central nervous system, in both animals and humans, causing inflammation of the brain. Symptoms take anywhere from two days to two weeks to show up and they include fever and headache, confusion, drowsiness and later on possibly a coma. There is no vaccine and no cure for the disease, so the best thing to do is break out the mosquito repellent and be careful of where you go outside.
Musical Break-In On Richardson Road
Thieves broke into a home on Richardson Road this week, taking over $160 worth of items from inside. It’s unknown exactly how the thieves gained access to the home, as no damage could be seen anywhere on the property. But once inside, they took a CD player, some tools and a metal toolbox. There is however a suspect in the case and the investigation is ongoing.
Costs To Rise For Certain Tests
Bad news for local farmers, as the cost of some testing measures will be going up starting next week. North Carolina’s Agriculture Board ruled on Monday that increases would go into effect for plant tissue analysis, waste analysis, solution analysis and any testing for heavy metal content in soil. The amount of increase varies from test to test, with most only raising by one dollar. Routine soil testing however will still be a free service. This marks the first increase in fees in over 16 years and once again it will take effect September 1st.
Thieves Rip Off Ronald McDonald Fund
The McDonalds in Wilkesboro was hit by thieves late Sunday night. The Ronald McDonald Fund donation box was ripped off the wall, causing just over $600 worth of damage to the building. None of the night shift saw or heard anything in regards to the incident however officers are continuing the investigation.
State News
Special Ceremony Held For Civil War Brothers
A ceremony nearly two hundred years in the making was held on Sunday, as family members and friends gathered to honor two brothers who fought in the Civil Wart. Hosea and Jacob Horn were on different sides of the conflict, Jacob serving with the Union Army and his brother joining up with the Confederates. Over one hundred people made it out to the gravesite in Wilmington, where a memorial was held and the brothers were laid to rest in a family cemetery. The brothers’ remains had been lying in unmarked graves until discovered recently.
Extra Money Handed Out To Keep Teachers
Good news for school systems across North Carolina, as state lawmakers have given Gov. Easley $170 million to spend on recruiting teachers. The money is to be used over the next two years, on signing bonuses, pay raises or to increase the benefits of retiring teachers, to convince them to stay in the classroom. State officials hope that the money can keep teachers in the classroom and stop an exodus that the state has seen over the last few years.
School Bus Torched In Greensboro
Some high school kids in Greensboro are having to find another way to class today, after their buses were torched by vandals. The incident happened over the weekend, as Grimsley High’s principal came out to see the buses going up in flames. Principal Rob Gasparelo had been taking care of some paperwork before the new school year started this week, only to walk outside and see the wreckage. Police said they have no suspects, but damages were placed at around $60,000. It’s virtually impossible either one could be salvaged, as windows were shattered and portions of the buses were melted.
Duke Power To Possibly Charge For Water
Bad news today for people living along the Catawba River. Duke Power has announced plans to consider charging a fee for any town or city that gets water from the company’s manmade lakes along the river. That includes Lake James, Lake Wylie, Mountain Island Lake, Lake Norman, Lake Hickory and Lake Rhodhiss. The reason for the charge Duke officials say is due to the fact over the next 50 years the demand for water is expected to double. To make sure they don’t run out of water, the company wants to charge fees and use that money for conservation. Even if Duke Power does agree to go ahead with the charges, the easiest they could take affect is 2012.
Police Hunting Statesville Man
Officials across North Carolina are on the hunt today for a Statesville man who’s been accused of murder. Police believe that Robert Lane Windsor is still in the area, after the body of his ex girlfriend was found in the trunk of her car. Windsor had kidnapped the girlfriend earlier this month from her home in Conover, however he apparently abandoned both the body and the vehicle. It’s still unknown why he kidnapped the woman in the first place however police are continuing the investigation. A description of Windsor was not available at this time.
New I-140 Opened By Easley
Governor Easley took the first step on Monday toward opening up a new road to the beach. The first completed section of Interstate I-140 was declared open for drivers, a three mile section of road stretching from I-40 to NC 133. Eventually the four lane road will reach Wilmington, allowing people to drive around some of the small towns in the area and shrinking the time it takes to arrive at the beach. The next part of the project is set to be ready for drivers by December.
Sports Headlines
UNC Basketball Adds Another Player
Looking to reload after this summer’s mass exodus, the UNC Tarheels welcomed another freshman into their 2005 basketball team. Mike Copeland’s freshman season had been put on hold for a few weeks, while the grades came in from his summer school classes. But now that he’s received As in the two classes, Copeland is free to sign his scholarship with UNC, opening the door for him to take the court as a member of this year’s Tarheel team. The 6-8 235 Copeland averaged 17 points and 9 rebounds at Reynolds High School.
US Teams Take Gold In Turkey
It was a double dip for the US teams in this year’s World University Games. Both teams walked away with the gold medal as first last Friday the women beat Serbia & Montenegro 86-77. Then on Sunday, the U.S. men’s team beat Ukraine 85-70 behind Shelden Williams’ 15 points and 14 rebounds. This marks the first time since 1997 that the U.S. has made a clean sweep in the tournament.
Panthers Lose Player For Season
The Carolina Panthers lost a player for the season, after it was announced that safety Colin Branch will undergo surgery. Branch tore his MCL and ACL ligaments on the right knee during Saturday’s preseason matchup against the New York Giants. Fighting to take Branch’s spot will be rookie Ben Emmanuel along with free agent pickups Idrees Bashir and Marlon McCree.
Stewart & Johnson Lock Up Chase Spot
In NASCAR, two of the drivers who will be competing for the championship were decided on Sunday, as both Tony Stewart and Jimmie Johnson locked up spots. Stewart, the current points leader, was guaranteed a spot in the Chase For The Cup after finishing fifth at Michigan. Likewise Johnson earned a spot after coming in 10th at Michigan, cementing the second place spot in points.
Riggs To Join Everham
In other NASCAR news, Scott Riggs announced plans to join Everham Motorsports beginning next season. Riggs, coming off a second place finish in Sunday’s GFS Marketplace 400, is expected to make an official announcement with the team next week at Bristol.
posted by Scott Roberts # 6:07 AM
Monday, August 22, 2005
News & Sports For August 22nd
Local Fire Department Receives Grant
New technology is being made available every day to help make the jobs of firefighters easier. The only problem is that for most departments, the equipment is too expensive to buy. For one local group, that’s no longer a problem as the Department of Homeland Security handed out $617,500 to Wilkesboro. The money was used to buy a new vehicle for the station, as part of over 2040 grants given throughout the country. Homeland Security officials said that the grants were handed out to help ensure local stations have everything needed to do their job.
Two Cars Totaled In Weekend Wreck
Two cars were totaled in a wreck over the weekend on Hwy 16. A Roaring River man was pulling out from a side street but didn’t notice the traffic coming his way. He pulled out in front of a Wilkesboro woman, who couldn’t stop in time to avoid a collision. Both cars were totaled, with estimated damages placed at $4000. Thankfully however no one was injured in the crash.
Be Careful What You Leave Behind
A North Wilkesboro woman called sheriff’s deputies over the weekend, after over a thousand dollars worth of material was stolen from her home. There was no sign of damage to the home, as it appears the thieves had a key. Included in the theft were several movies, along with a DVD player and $400 worth of ladies clothing. There are two suspects and deputies are continuing the investigation.
Gas Thieves Hit Another Business
Gas thieves hit another business in the Wilkes County area. Late last week, a woman pulled up to the Fast Track on Winkler Street in Wilkesboro, pumped $25 in gas and then took off without paying. Employees inside the store were able to get a description of both the driver and vehicle, which were turned over to police. The woman, 41-yr-old Paula Michelle Phipps was later arrested after police found her registration was expired. She was charged with gas theft, improper registration and expired registration.
Wilkes Christian Sportsmen
For anyone who loves to hunt or fish, this next bit of information is for you. The Wilkes Christian Sportsmen will be holding their Banquet starting tonight at 6pm. The banquet continues on Tuesday and then wraps up Thursday night. Each day, dinner is set for 6pm and then the program itself kicks off at 7pm. As of this weekend, there were a limited number of tickets still left and you can pick them up at Minton Pawn, For Heaven’s Sake Book Store, Mike’s Bait & Tackle, Ed & Dale’s Gun Shop, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Peace Haven Baptist Church and Oakwoods Baptist Church. For more information you can call 667-7838.
Thieves Drive Off With Wilkesboro Man’s Mower
For the second time in under two weeks, thieves stole a lawn mower from a local residence. Deputies were called out to a Wilkesboro man’s home, after he returned to find damage done to the property and his mower missing, In addition to the mower, a nearby engine was also taken. Total estimated costs of both the damage and stolen property was placed at $350. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
Never Leave Your Doors Unlocked
A Hays man learned over the weekend why it’s a good idea to always lock your car when you get out. After filling up at a local gas station, he left his wallet inside the vehicle while he went to pay. As he handed over the money, the man saw someone open his car door, steal money from his wallet and then take off in another vehicle, driving down the road. $150 in cash was stolen from inside the car, while video cameras captured the whole thing. Deputies recognized the suspect and were able to trace the license plate, They soon tracked down the suspect, 18-yr-old Anthony Wayne Shepard and placed him under arrest, for charges of theft and breaking and entering.
Tag Stolen From Local Woman’s Car
A Wilkesboro woman walked outside over the weekend to find someone had paid her a visit. The tag had been ripped off her car, however nothing was stolen and no other damage was done to either the vehicle or her property. Despite the stolen tag, no one in the area remembers hearing or seeing anything during the night. There is however a suspect in the case and deputies are continuing the investigation.
State News
No More Libertarians For North Carolina
North Carolina might be missing a political party when elections are held this coming November. According to state law, all parties must get at least 10% of the vote in the elections for governor and president. The Libertarian party only came up with ¼ of the needed votes, however the party’s director has requested a hearing. The State Board of Elections is scheduled to meet later today and discuss the matter, but Libertarians are calling for discretion, asking for a stay while they raise enough votes to make up the 10%.
Unemployment Climbs In North Carolina
Bad news today across North Carolina on the job front, as the latest unemployment figures were released. The jobless rate rose to 5.7% in July, marking the highest it’s been since 2004. Officials from the Employment Security Commission blame the high numbers on students graduating from college and looking for full time jobs. In June alone, 30 thousand new people entered the workforce hunting for a full time job.
Six Million For New Machines
People in Guilford County are up in arms today, after a new plan was released that would cost taxpayers six million dollars. Election officials want to spend the money on new voting machines, upgrading the technology so that paper receipts would print out after each ballot. The idea is that with such ballots, there wouldn’t be any problems like the ongoing battle for Superintendent of Public Instruction. However some locals are protesting, saying that the money could be used on more needed things, such as to help fund new programs in school.
It’s All Greek To Me
With school starting, students are learning all types of new subjects. But what would you do if you walked into class and they were suddenly speaking a different language? It’s a new concept being developed in Charlotte, where one of several Greek charter schools have taken root. Everything at the elementary school is taught in Greek, from math, to reading to writing. Officials with the school say the idea is to help students learn about their Greek heritage, while also developing comprehension.
Easley Defends Not Pardoning Innocent Man
Gov. Easley spoke out over the weekend about his decision not to offer a pardon to an innocent man. Sylvester Smith was released this past November after serving nearly 21 years in jail for sexual assault. However new evidence in the case caused a judge to set him free. But without a pardon from the governor, Smith still has to register as a sex offender. Despite the ruling, Easley said he refuses to grant a pardon, saying that the governor has a higher set of standards than the court when it comes to determining innocence. Questions have also been raised about Easley’s own involvement in the case, as he was the prosecutor who originally put Smith behind bars. He said however that had nothing to do with his decision.
Blackouts Across State Caused By Heat
The heat was to blame for several blackouts across the state this weekend, according to officials from the power company. The lights went out in Edenton and surrounding areas for two hours on Saturday, then again on Sunday. The reason? The substation was overloaded, after people cranked up the air conditioner due to extreme heat. It took several hours, but Albemarle Energy customers had their power back on for good Sunday afternoon. Still, with the temperatures expected to stay in the 90s this week, it’s possible the same thing could happen again.
Sports Headlines
High School Scores
Around the high school scene, it was Hibriten beating Wilkes Central 34-10. The two rival schools playing in what will likely be their last game for a while, as Hibriten has moved out of the Mountain Valley Conference. Also West Wilkes lost to Avery 37-15. Elkin established itself as a power in the Northwest 1-A Conference, beating North Wilkes 49-6 in Coach Roy Carter’s Vikings debut. And in our 3WC Game of the Week, West Davidson beat East Wilkes 21-7.
UNC Down To One QB
Some bad news today for the Tarheel football team, as they’re slowly running out of players. Backup quarterback Roger Heinz had to sit out of practice this week with a sore back, the result of two herniated discs he’s been trying to play with. A doctor already told the sophomore that he’ll need surgery after the season, but with the pain increasing team officials are monitoring his condition and Heinz may have to redshirt. That would make the second quarterback on the injured list for the Tarheels, as true freshman Cameron Sexton broke his ankle during spring practice and is still going through rehab. Along with starter Matt Baker, that only leaves reshirt freshman Joey Bozich and several walk-ons available to play.
Minor League Scoreboard
Around the minor leagues this weekend, it was Winston Salem beating the Salem Avalanche 9-3. With the win, the Warthogs move half a game behind Salem in the hunt for the division title. Leo Daigle led Winston with three hits. Up the road in Hickory, the Crawdads came close but couldn’t finish off the Lexington Legends as they lost 6-5.
Hurricanes Re-Sign Vasicek
Continuing to rebuild their squad, the Carolina Hurricanes resigned their leading scorer Josef Vasicek over the weekend. Vasicek, who agreed to a two year deal, had 19 goals and 26 assists in 2004 before the league shut down. With the deal, the 6-4 center will stay with the team who drafted him back in 1998.
Panthers Lose First Preseason Match In Two Years
For the first time in two seasons, the Carolina Panthers lost a preseason game. They dropped against the Giants 27-21, breaking a winning streak of 10 preseason games, dating back to 2003. With the starters only playing for the first half, Carolina still managed to put on a show, with the highlight being Julius Peppers 29-yd-touchdown run off a fumble. In other Panthers news, running back Stephen Davis could be back on the field as early as this week, if he passes a physical. Doctors say that Davis is still recovering but has shown enough progress to go back to work.
Mayfield Wins At Michigan
In the NASCAR circuit, Jeremy Mayfield ran off with the checkered flag during Sunday’s GFS Marketplace 400. Scott Riggs was second, Matt Kenseth third, Carl Edwards fourth and points leader Tony Stewart rounded out the top five. As it stands now, Tony Stewart still sits atop the standings, 105 in front of second place Jimmie Johnson.
New technology is being made available every day to help make the jobs of firefighters easier. The only problem is that for most departments, the equipment is too expensive to buy. For one local group, that’s no longer a problem as the Department of Homeland Security handed out $617,500 to Wilkesboro. The money was used to buy a new vehicle for the station, as part of over 2040 grants given throughout the country. Homeland Security officials said that the grants were handed out to help ensure local stations have everything needed to do their job.
Two Cars Totaled In Weekend Wreck
Two cars were totaled in a wreck over the weekend on Hwy 16. A Roaring River man was pulling out from a side street but didn’t notice the traffic coming his way. He pulled out in front of a Wilkesboro woman, who couldn’t stop in time to avoid a collision. Both cars were totaled, with estimated damages placed at $4000. Thankfully however no one was injured in the crash.
Be Careful What You Leave Behind
A North Wilkesboro woman called sheriff’s deputies over the weekend, after over a thousand dollars worth of material was stolen from her home. There was no sign of damage to the home, as it appears the thieves had a key. Included in the theft were several movies, along with a DVD player and $400 worth of ladies clothing. There are two suspects and deputies are continuing the investigation.
Gas Thieves Hit Another Business
Gas thieves hit another business in the Wilkes County area. Late last week, a woman pulled up to the Fast Track on Winkler Street in Wilkesboro, pumped $25 in gas and then took off without paying. Employees inside the store were able to get a description of both the driver and vehicle, which were turned over to police. The woman, 41-yr-old Paula Michelle Phipps was later arrested after police found her registration was expired. She was charged with gas theft, improper registration and expired registration.
Wilkes Christian Sportsmen
For anyone who loves to hunt or fish, this next bit of information is for you. The Wilkes Christian Sportsmen will be holding their Banquet starting tonight at 6pm. The banquet continues on Tuesday and then wraps up Thursday night. Each day, dinner is set for 6pm and then the program itself kicks off at 7pm. As of this weekend, there were a limited number of tickets still left and you can pick them up at Minton Pawn, For Heaven’s Sake Book Store, Mike’s Bait & Tackle, Ed & Dale’s Gun Shop, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Peace Haven Baptist Church and Oakwoods Baptist Church. For more information you can call 667-7838.
Thieves Drive Off With Wilkesboro Man’s Mower
For the second time in under two weeks, thieves stole a lawn mower from a local residence. Deputies were called out to a Wilkesboro man’s home, after he returned to find damage done to the property and his mower missing, In addition to the mower, a nearby engine was also taken. Total estimated costs of both the damage and stolen property was placed at $350. Deputies are continuing the investigation.
Never Leave Your Doors Unlocked
A Hays man learned over the weekend why it’s a good idea to always lock your car when you get out. After filling up at a local gas station, he left his wallet inside the vehicle while he went to pay. As he handed over the money, the man saw someone open his car door, steal money from his wallet and then take off in another vehicle, driving down the road. $150 in cash was stolen from inside the car, while video cameras captured the whole thing. Deputies recognized the suspect and were able to trace the license plate, They soon tracked down the suspect, 18-yr-old Anthony Wayne Shepard and placed him under arrest, for charges of theft and breaking and entering.
Tag Stolen From Local Woman’s Car
A Wilkesboro woman walked outside over the weekend to find someone had paid her a visit. The tag had been ripped off her car, however nothing was stolen and no other damage was done to either the vehicle or her property. Despite the stolen tag, no one in the area remembers hearing or seeing anything during the night. There is however a suspect in the case and deputies are continuing the investigation.
State News
No More Libertarians For North Carolina
North Carolina might be missing a political party when elections are held this coming November. According to state law, all parties must get at least 10% of the vote in the elections for governor and president. The Libertarian party only came up with ¼ of the needed votes, however the party’s director has requested a hearing. The State Board of Elections is scheduled to meet later today and discuss the matter, but Libertarians are calling for discretion, asking for a stay while they raise enough votes to make up the 10%.
Unemployment Climbs In North Carolina
Bad news today across North Carolina on the job front, as the latest unemployment figures were released. The jobless rate rose to 5.7% in July, marking the highest it’s been since 2004. Officials from the Employment Security Commission blame the high numbers on students graduating from college and looking for full time jobs. In June alone, 30 thousand new people entered the workforce hunting for a full time job.
Six Million For New Machines
People in Guilford County are up in arms today, after a new plan was released that would cost taxpayers six million dollars. Election officials want to spend the money on new voting machines, upgrading the technology so that paper receipts would print out after each ballot. The idea is that with such ballots, there wouldn’t be any problems like the ongoing battle for Superintendent of Public Instruction. However some locals are protesting, saying that the money could be used on more needed things, such as to help fund new programs in school.
It’s All Greek To Me
With school starting, students are learning all types of new subjects. But what would you do if you walked into class and they were suddenly speaking a different language? It’s a new concept being developed in Charlotte, where one of several Greek charter schools have taken root. Everything at the elementary school is taught in Greek, from math, to reading to writing. Officials with the school say the idea is to help students learn about their Greek heritage, while also developing comprehension.
Easley Defends Not Pardoning Innocent Man
Gov. Easley spoke out over the weekend about his decision not to offer a pardon to an innocent man. Sylvester Smith was released this past November after serving nearly 21 years in jail for sexual assault. However new evidence in the case caused a judge to set him free. But without a pardon from the governor, Smith still has to register as a sex offender. Despite the ruling, Easley said he refuses to grant a pardon, saying that the governor has a higher set of standards than the court when it comes to determining innocence. Questions have also been raised about Easley’s own involvement in the case, as he was the prosecutor who originally put Smith behind bars. He said however that had nothing to do with his decision.
Blackouts Across State Caused By Heat
The heat was to blame for several blackouts across the state this weekend, according to officials from the power company. The lights went out in Edenton and surrounding areas for two hours on Saturday, then again on Sunday. The reason? The substation was overloaded, after people cranked up the air conditioner due to extreme heat. It took several hours, but Albemarle Energy customers had their power back on for good Sunday afternoon. Still, with the temperatures expected to stay in the 90s this week, it’s possible the same thing could happen again.
Sports Headlines
High School Scores
Around the high school scene, it was Hibriten beating Wilkes Central 34-10. The two rival schools playing in what will likely be their last game for a while, as Hibriten has moved out of the Mountain Valley Conference. Also West Wilkes lost to Avery 37-15. Elkin established itself as a power in the Northwest 1-A Conference, beating North Wilkes 49-6 in Coach Roy Carter’s Vikings debut. And in our 3WC Game of the Week, West Davidson beat East Wilkes 21-7.
UNC Down To One QB
Some bad news today for the Tarheel football team, as they’re slowly running out of players. Backup quarterback Roger Heinz had to sit out of practice this week with a sore back, the result of two herniated discs he’s been trying to play with. A doctor already told the sophomore that he’ll need surgery after the season, but with the pain increasing team officials are monitoring his condition and Heinz may have to redshirt. That would make the second quarterback on the injured list for the Tarheels, as true freshman Cameron Sexton broke his ankle during spring practice and is still going through rehab. Along with starter Matt Baker, that only leaves reshirt freshman Joey Bozich and several walk-ons available to play.
Minor League Scoreboard
Around the minor leagues this weekend, it was Winston Salem beating the Salem Avalanche 9-3. With the win, the Warthogs move half a game behind Salem in the hunt for the division title. Leo Daigle led Winston with three hits. Up the road in Hickory, the Crawdads came close but couldn’t finish off the Lexington Legends as they lost 6-5.
Hurricanes Re-Sign Vasicek
Continuing to rebuild their squad, the Carolina Hurricanes resigned their leading scorer Josef Vasicek over the weekend. Vasicek, who agreed to a two year deal, had 19 goals and 26 assists in 2004 before the league shut down. With the deal, the 6-4 center will stay with the team who drafted him back in 1998.
Panthers Lose First Preseason Match In Two Years
For the first time in two seasons, the Carolina Panthers lost a preseason game. They dropped against the Giants 27-21, breaking a winning streak of 10 preseason games, dating back to 2003. With the starters only playing for the first half, Carolina still managed to put on a show, with the highlight being Julius Peppers 29-yd-touchdown run off a fumble. In other Panthers news, running back Stephen Davis could be back on the field as early as this week, if he passes a physical. Doctors say that Davis is still recovering but has shown enough progress to go back to work.
Mayfield Wins At Michigan
In the NASCAR circuit, Jeremy Mayfield ran off with the checkered flag during Sunday’s GFS Marketplace 400. Scott Riggs was second, Matt Kenseth third, Carl Edwards fourth and points leader Tony Stewart rounded out the top five. As it stands now, Tony Stewart still sits atop the standings, 105 in front of second place Jimmie Johnson.
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