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Thursday, June 22, 2006
News & Sports For June 23rd
Dooley Play Begins Tonight
Tonight will kick off the 2006 season of “Tom Dooley”, presented by the Wilkes County Playmakers. For the first time in its’ history, the play will be held outside at the new Fort Hamby Outdoor Amphitheatre and appearing tonight will be the Kingston Trio, performing their hit song “Hang Down Your Head Tom Dooley”. The musical performance will begin at 7pm with the play to follow after. The performance is already sold out for tonight, but the play runs through June 30th at Fort Hamby, before switching back to Benton Hall on July 20th. Tickets are $15 a person and can be bought by calling the Wilkes Playmakers at 336-838-7529 or online at www.wilkesplaymakers.com
White Powder Found On Mailboxes
Deputies were called out to several homes in Moravian Falls Wednesday afternoon, after a white powder was found inside the mailboxes. A mailman found the first batch of powder, which covered the outside of a box on Hwy 18 South. Just down the road on Hwy 18, a local woman found the same type of white powder stuffed inside her mailbox. The powder tested negative for cocaine and didn’t appear to have any harmful effects. No one in the area could recall hearing or seeing anyone near the boxes either Tuesday night or Wednesday morning. The powder has been sent off for testing and that investigation continues.
3WC Techwatch: Keeping Track Of Kids
It’ll be a little easier to keep track of your kids, as we explain in today’s 3WC Techwatch. A new system launched by Sprint will make it easier to keep track of kids by using their cell phones. The system is called the Sprint Family Locator and was officially launched last week. In the system, a GPS device embedded in the cell phone transmits a unique signal, giving the owner’s exact location. That information is then relayed to the parents, providing an interactive map and street address. The service was created in response to the recent string of child kidnappings and disappearances across the United States. One thing however some parents may not like. Every time information is requested, the cell phone’s owner is notified with a text message.
Summer Blast At Food Lion
For anyone trying to find a way to keep cool, there’s an event going on tomorrow at Food Lion. The Moravian Falls Food Lion store is holding a “Summer Blast” celebration, complete with food, music and games. The entertainment gets started at 10am and will stretch on til 2pm that afternoon with a dunking booth, face painting, a fishing game, a hula hoop contest and at 11am you can sign up to throw a pie at your manager. The event is put on as a fundraiser, with all proceeds going to the Children’s Miracle Network.
Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Bust
A routine traffic stop led to a drug bust for sheriff’s deputies earlier this week. Tuesday afternoon just before 1pm, deputies pulled over a man for speeding at the intersection of Bethany Ford and Rock Creek Road. The driver told deputies that he didn’t have his license with him and after a record check it was found to have been revoked. After getting permission to search, deputies found two tablets of the painkiller Hydrocodone hidden inside a cigarette pack. 20-yr-old Michael Cale Groce was arrested and charged with drug possession, driving with a revoked license and exceeding the speed limit.
Problems Found With Nissan Altima
Bad news for anyone who owns a 2006 version of the Nissan Altima, as a problem has been discovered. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced the discovery this week, which affects an estimated 85,000 vehicles. The problem comes from an issue with the engine’s piston rings. After a certain amount of time they can start to malfunction, causing the engine to eat up oil at a faster rate than normal. In such cases, the car’s oil has to be kept at least at the minimum level or an engine fire can ignite. Nissan hasn’t yet announced how they plan to fix the problem, as officials are asking owners to check their oil levels every day. For more information you can call Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Tires Taken From Local Home
A local man got a surprise when he returned home earlier this week as thieves had been by. The man came home to his residence on the Greenhorn Road to find someone had run off with several truck tires that had been sitting in his yard. There was no damage done to the house itself and nothing else was missing from the property. That investigation continues.
Regional News
Easley Grants Money To Dobson
Economic development in the town of Dobson got a shot in the arm on Thursday. Gov. Easley announced that Dobson has been given a $200,000 grant by the state, to help pay for expansion of their water and sewer infrastructure. Under the current plan, water and sewer service would expand past Zephyr Road to the point where it intersects with Exit 93 of I-77. Once the project is finished, local leaders predict that up to 500 new jobs could be created as new businesses move in. The money comes from the Appalachian Regional Commission, a partnership between federal and state governments that’s designed to help enhance economic development.
State News
House & Senate Move Closer To Budget Approval
North Carolina came one step closer to having a budget this week, as the House & Senate continue to work out their differences. One key component of the House plan is providing money to help take over the total cost of Medicaid. To do that, they set out $53 million from the current budget to help counties pay their share of the Medicaid cost. The Senate, which earlier had opposed setting aside money in this year’s budget, agreed to a compromise on Wednesday, agreeing to put $20 million in to help cover the cost. Discussions are still continuing on how to handle a minimum wage increase and salary hikes for school teachers.
NC Outlaws Campaign Cash Trade
A longtime practice of politicians here in North Carolina may soon be illegal. The State House tentatively approved a bill during their session on Wednesday which would make it against the law for campaign donations to be used as personal funds. Under the plan, a candidate or group would only be allowed to spend campaign cash in seven specific areas including paying for campaign costs, contributions to other campaigns and as a donation to charity.
Convicted Killer Found In North Carolina
A convicted killer who was deported to Mexico has been found in a tiny North Carolina town. Juan Herrara Gonzalez had previously been deported to Mexico, after serving time in a California prison for manslaughter. During a recent search by INS agents in Madison North Carolina, Gonzalez was found to be once again inside U.S. borders. He was working at the Pine Hall Brick Company, having forged his passport and other documents. Agents arrested Gonzalez, charging him with entering the country illegally after having been deported. The charges carry a penalty of up to nine years in jail, after which he’ll be turned over to Mexican authorities.
New Commander At Fort Bragg
There’s a changing of the guard coming at Fort Bragg. Major General Thomas Csrnko is taking over command of the U.S. Army Special Forces, stationed at the base. Csrnko was the commander of the U.S. Special Operations in Europe before being reassigned to this post. He takes over for Brigadier General John F. Mulholland, who was given the job back in April.
Eagle Scout Badge Given Out A Half Century Later
More than half a century after he first got involved with the Eagle Scouts, a World War II vet finally received his badge this week. 79-yr-old Salisbury resident Harry McCora had earned the badge back in 1945, but shipped out to serve with the Navy before he could receive it. McCora said he recently applied to get the Eagle Scout badge to show his grandkids that people can do more than just play video games. After receiving his information, including a detailed account about the other merit badges he had earned, McCora was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout.
Jobs Coming To High Point
Some good news for the High Point area today, as more jobs are coming in. Legacy Classic Furniture announced plans this week to build a distribution center in High Point and will also move some of the company’s corporate offices there as well. The move brings 120 new jobs to the area with additional people expected to be hired once the center gets up and running. High Point’s City Council helped get things rolling with a $305,000 incentives package.
Sports Headlines
Wilkes Players In State Games
There’s still some baseball to be played for several Wilkes County athletes. As we mentioned on yesterday’s Sportsdesk, the State Games have started here in North Carolina, giving upperclassmen a chance at getting recognized by both college and professional scouts. However there are also games being played by the underclassmen from this year’s baseball teams. Players are selected from one of eight regions across North Carolina, with each of those regions acting as a team. Wilkes County falls into Region 7, which also includes players from Alleghany, Alexander, Ashe, Avery, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, Surry, Watauga and Yadkin. Representing Wilkes County will be Justin Spears from West Wilkes and Wilkes Central’s Josh White. In addition, Wilkes Central coach Terry Johnson was named as one of the team’s assistants.
ECU Quarterback Joins Coaching Staff
Switching to talk college football, a former member of the East Carolina team is moving up to join the coaching staff. Paul Troth played at the university from 2001 to 2003, recording the 9th best single season passing record in school history. During the 2002 season, Troth tossed for 2315 yards and 15 touchdowns. He’ll join Coach Skip Holtz’s staff as an offensive assistant, replacing Kevin Turco, who was named the new defensive line coach at Newberry this spring.
State Losing Recruits
There’s some bad news today for the NC State basketball team, as more recruits are leaving. Athletic director Lee Fowler announced this week that two high school players which had committed to the school have asked for and received their unconditional release. High school guard Larry Davis and forward Dan Werner both were released from their commitment to State this week and have already made other plans. Davis is now set to join Seton Hall and Werner will head south to join the University of Florida squad. Both players cited the loss of coach Herb Sendek as a major part of their decision.
Players Refuse To Tryout For Bobcats
You can mark off three names from the list of players being considered for the Charlotte Bobcats’ #3 pick in next week’s draft. Texas center Lamarcus Aldridge, LSU forward Tyrus Thomas and Washington guard Brandon Roy all backed out of their scheduled workouts with the team on Thursday. The agents for Roy and Thomas said their clients were injured, but no attempts were made to even come in and meet with Bobcats officials.
Marlin Gets New Crew Chief
There’s a been a change behind the scenes for driver Sterling Marlin and the No. 14 Chevy. Doug Randolph was removed from his position as crew chief, to be reassigned to another section of MB2 Motorsports. In his place, Scott Eggleston will take over for this Sunday’s Dodge/Save Mart 350. The switch came after Marlin fell to 34th in points after 15 races and team officials decided a change was needed.
Tonight will kick off the 2006 season of “Tom Dooley”, presented by the Wilkes County Playmakers. For the first time in its’ history, the play will be held outside at the new Fort Hamby Outdoor Amphitheatre and appearing tonight will be the Kingston Trio, performing their hit song “Hang Down Your Head Tom Dooley”. The musical performance will begin at 7pm with the play to follow after. The performance is already sold out for tonight, but the play runs through June 30th at Fort Hamby, before switching back to Benton Hall on July 20th. Tickets are $15 a person and can be bought by calling the Wilkes Playmakers at 336-838-7529 or online at www.wilkesplaymakers.com
White Powder Found On Mailboxes
Deputies were called out to several homes in Moravian Falls Wednesday afternoon, after a white powder was found inside the mailboxes. A mailman found the first batch of powder, which covered the outside of a box on Hwy 18 South. Just down the road on Hwy 18, a local woman found the same type of white powder stuffed inside her mailbox. The powder tested negative for cocaine and didn’t appear to have any harmful effects. No one in the area could recall hearing or seeing anyone near the boxes either Tuesday night or Wednesday morning. The powder has been sent off for testing and that investigation continues.
3WC Techwatch: Keeping Track Of Kids
It’ll be a little easier to keep track of your kids, as we explain in today’s 3WC Techwatch. A new system launched by Sprint will make it easier to keep track of kids by using their cell phones. The system is called the Sprint Family Locator and was officially launched last week. In the system, a GPS device embedded in the cell phone transmits a unique signal, giving the owner’s exact location. That information is then relayed to the parents, providing an interactive map and street address. The service was created in response to the recent string of child kidnappings and disappearances across the United States. One thing however some parents may not like. Every time information is requested, the cell phone’s owner is notified with a text message.
Summer Blast At Food Lion
For anyone trying to find a way to keep cool, there’s an event going on tomorrow at Food Lion. The Moravian Falls Food Lion store is holding a “Summer Blast” celebration, complete with food, music and games. The entertainment gets started at 10am and will stretch on til 2pm that afternoon with a dunking booth, face painting, a fishing game, a hula hoop contest and at 11am you can sign up to throw a pie at your manager. The event is put on as a fundraiser, with all proceeds going to the Children’s Miracle Network.
Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Bust
A routine traffic stop led to a drug bust for sheriff’s deputies earlier this week. Tuesday afternoon just before 1pm, deputies pulled over a man for speeding at the intersection of Bethany Ford and Rock Creek Road. The driver told deputies that he didn’t have his license with him and after a record check it was found to have been revoked. After getting permission to search, deputies found two tablets of the painkiller Hydrocodone hidden inside a cigarette pack. 20-yr-old Michael Cale Groce was arrested and charged with drug possession, driving with a revoked license and exceeding the speed limit.
Problems Found With Nissan Altima
Bad news for anyone who owns a 2006 version of the Nissan Altima, as a problem has been discovered. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced the discovery this week, which affects an estimated 85,000 vehicles. The problem comes from an issue with the engine’s piston rings. After a certain amount of time they can start to malfunction, causing the engine to eat up oil at a faster rate than normal. In such cases, the car’s oil has to be kept at least at the minimum level or an engine fire can ignite. Nissan hasn’t yet announced how they plan to fix the problem, as officials are asking owners to check their oil levels every day. For more information you can call Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Tires Taken From Local Home
A local man got a surprise when he returned home earlier this week as thieves had been by. The man came home to his residence on the Greenhorn Road to find someone had run off with several truck tires that had been sitting in his yard. There was no damage done to the house itself and nothing else was missing from the property. That investigation continues.
Regional News
Easley Grants Money To Dobson
Economic development in the town of Dobson got a shot in the arm on Thursday. Gov. Easley announced that Dobson has been given a $200,000 grant by the state, to help pay for expansion of their water and sewer infrastructure. Under the current plan, water and sewer service would expand past Zephyr Road to the point where it intersects with Exit 93 of I-77. Once the project is finished, local leaders predict that up to 500 new jobs could be created as new businesses move in. The money comes from the Appalachian Regional Commission, a partnership between federal and state governments that’s designed to help enhance economic development.
State News
House & Senate Move Closer To Budget Approval
North Carolina came one step closer to having a budget this week, as the House & Senate continue to work out their differences. One key component of the House plan is providing money to help take over the total cost of Medicaid. To do that, they set out $53 million from the current budget to help counties pay their share of the Medicaid cost. The Senate, which earlier had opposed setting aside money in this year’s budget, agreed to a compromise on Wednesday, agreeing to put $20 million in to help cover the cost. Discussions are still continuing on how to handle a minimum wage increase and salary hikes for school teachers.
NC Outlaws Campaign Cash Trade
A longtime practice of politicians here in North Carolina may soon be illegal. The State House tentatively approved a bill during their session on Wednesday which would make it against the law for campaign donations to be used as personal funds. Under the plan, a candidate or group would only be allowed to spend campaign cash in seven specific areas including paying for campaign costs, contributions to other campaigns and as a donation to charity.
Convicted Killer Found In North Carolina
A convicted killer who was deported to Mexico has been found in a tiny North Carolina town. Juan Herrara Gonzalez had previously been deported to Mexico, after serving time in a California prison for manslaughter. During a recent search by INS agents in Madison North Carolina, Gonzalez was found to be once again inside U.S. borders. He was working at the Pine Hall Brick Company, having forged his passport and other documents. Agents arrested Gonzalez, charging him with entering the country illegally after having been deported. The charges carry a penalty of up to nine years in jail, after which he’ll be turned over to Mexican authorities.
New Commander At Fort Bragg
There’s a changing of the guard coming at Fort Bragg. Major General Thomas Csrnko is taking over command of the U.S. Army Special Forces, stationed at the base. Csrnko was the commander of the U.S. Special Operations in Europe before being reassigned to this post. He takes over for Brigadier General John F. Mulholland, who was given the job back in April.
Eagle Scout Badge Given Out A Half Century Later
More than half a century after he first got involved with the Eagle Scouts, a World War II vet finally received his badge this week. 79-yr-old Salisbury resident Harry McCora had earned the badge back in 1945, but shipped out to serve with the Navy before he could receive it. McCora said he recently applied to get the Eagle Scout badge to show his grandkids that people can do more than just play video games. After receiving his information, including a detailed account about the other merit badges he had earned, McCora was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout.
Jobs Coming To High Point
Some good news for the High Point area today, as more jobs are coming in. Legacy Classic Furniture announced plans this week to build a distribution center in High Point and will also move some of the company’s corporate offices there as well. The move brings 120 new jobs to the area with additional people expected to be hired once the center gets up and running. High Point’s City Council helped get things rolling with a $305,000 incentives package.
Sports Headlines
Wilkes Players In State Games
There’s still some baseball to be played for several Wilkes County athletes. As we mentioned on yesterday’s Sportsdesk, the State Games have started here in North Carolina, giving upperclassmen a chance at getting recognized by both college and professional scouts. However there are also games being played by the underclassmen from this year’s baseball teams. Players are selected from one of eight regions across North Carolina, with each of those regions acting as a team. Wilkes County falls into Region 7, which also includes players from Alleghany, Alexander, Ashe, Avery, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, Surry, Watauga and Yadkin. Representing Wilkes County will be Justin Spears from West Wilkes and Wilkes Central’s Josh White. In addition, Wilkes Central coach Terry Johnson was named as one of the team’s assistants.
ECU Quarterback Joins Coaching Staff
Switching to talk college football, a former member of the East Carolina team is moving up to join the coaching staff. Paul Troth played at the university from 2001 to 2003, recording the 9th best single season passing record in school history. During the 2002 season, Troth tossed for 2315 yards and 15 touchdowns. He’ll join Coach Skip Holtz’s staff as an offensive assistant, replacing Kevin Turco, who was named the new defensive line coach at Newberry this spring.
State Losing Recruits
There’s some bad news today for the NC State basketball team, as more recruits are leaving. Athletic director Lee Fowler announced this week that two high school players which had committed to the school have asked for and received their unconditional release. High school guard Larry Davis and forward Dan Werner both were released from their commitment to State this week and have already made other plans. Davis is now set to join Seton Hall and Werner will head south to join the University of Florida squad. Both players cited the loss of coach Herb Sendek as a major part of their decision.
Players Refuse To Tryout For Bobcats
You can mark off three names from the list of players being considered for the Charlotte Bobcats’ #3 pick in next week’s draft. Texas center Lamarcus Aldridge, LSU forward Tyrus Thomas and Washington guard Brandon Roy all backed out of their scheduled workouts with the team on Thursday. The agents for Roy and Thomas said their clients were injured, but no attempts were made to even come in and meet with Bobcats officials.
Marlin Gets New Crew Chief
There’s a been a change behind the scenes for driver Sterling Marlin and the No. 14 Chevy. Doug Randolph was removed from his position as crew chief, to be reassigned to another section of MB2 Motorsports. In his place, Scott Eggleston will take over for this Sunday’s Dodge/Save Mart 350. The switch came after Marlin fell to 34th in points after 15 races and team officials decided a change was needed.
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News & Sports For June 22nd
Tropical Storm Could Be On The Way
Despite all the hot weather Wilkes County’s experiencing, the alternative could be worse. According to forecasters from the National Weather Service, a tropical storm could be on the way to North Carolina. Meteorologists are keeping a close eye on a current storm system that’s developing in the Bahamas, as short range forecasts predict that it will soon start moving toward North Carolina. If everything follows the pattern, the National Weather Service estimates that a tropical storm or depression could be created within the next four days and then could arrive in North Carolina by early next week. Southeastern counties in the state are still cleaning up after the remnants of Tropical Storm Alberto paid a visit last week.
County Manager Breaks Down Fire Contracts
During Tuesday’s meeting of county commissioners, new contracts were approved for both the Broadway and Moravian Falls fire departments. In each of the contracts, the current fire tax of 5 cents per $100 of property was kept as is. However wording in the document gave each department the right to raise the tax to 15 cents, triple the current rate. County Manager Gary Page explained to 3WC News on Wednesday that the additional wording is just in the contract to satisfy NC law, which states that fire departments can have a tax up to but not exceeding 15 cents. He said that neither of the departments had requested a change in the tax and plan to keep it at 5 cents.
Heat Relief Available For Elderly
Summertime can mean problems for the elderly, with rising temperatures leading to sickness and possibly death. With that in mind, the Wilkes Senior Citizens Council is giving away fans this summer to any senior citizen that meets their requirements. In order to get a fan, you must be at least 60 years old, live in Wilkes and be served by Duke Power. In addition, your home situation must present a threat to your life without the fans. Applications are being taken from 8:30am til 5pm at the Wilkes Senior Citizens Council office, located at 228 Fairplains School Road. For more information you can contact them at 651-7811.
Damage Done At Hamby Muffler
An estimated $200 in damaged was done at Hamby’s Muffler Shop this week. Sometime Tuesday afternoon, a man pulled up and used the vacuum machine at the business’ car wash. Then as he was leaving, the man drove into the store’s sign before taking off. Wilkesboro police were called out as employees provided a description of both the man and his vehicle. That investigation is ongoing.
Focus On The Connection
With summer in full swing, it can be hard at times to handle all of the repairs needed at your home. That’s where the Carolina Cross Connection steps in. Taylor Whitley from the organization will be Brian’s guest later today for Focus on the Foothills as they’ll be discussing the group, how you can help or how you can get help from them if you need it. That’s coming up right after the midday stock report at 1:05pm.
Climbed In To Have A Look Around
Wilkesboro police were called out to a residence at the Cub Creek Apartment Complex on Monday after thieves paid a visit. A local man called police after watching several people push in a window and climb into one of the apartments. However there was no damage done to the apartment and nothing was taken from inside. The open window and unlocked doors were the only signs that someone had been there at all. A description of the would be thieves was turned over to officers and the investigation continues.
Samaritan’s Christian Ministry Update
Samaritan’s Christian Ministry has been expanding their operations in the last few months, to the point where they now deliver meals to over 450 different families across Wilkes County. That’s just over 1600 meals that need to be prepared, loaded up and delivered each week. With that progress comes a greater need for volunteers, as the organization finds itself falling short in most categories. The man need is for drivers to transport the meals on Saturdays, however cooks, assembly line workers, greeters and other volunteers are needed as well. If you’re interested in volunteering or just want some more information, you can drop by the Kitchen anytime from 8am til 2pm during the week. They’re located just down the road on Woodland Blvd from the Wilkesboro Post Office. You can also give them a call at 838-5331.
Laptop Computer Stolen From Boomer Home
How can thieves break in without leaving any evidence behind? That’s the question facing a Boomer man today. Earlier this week he left the house to grab some dinner, laying his laptop computer on the kitchen table. When he returned, the doors were still locked as there was no sign of damage, however the laptop was missing. Nothing else was taken from the home and that investigation continues.
Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Bust
A routine traffic stop led to a drug bust for sheriff’s deputies. Deputies were doing a license check at the intersection of Rock Creek Road and 268 East when they noticed that a passenger in one of the vehicles had an open beer can. After getting the car to pull over, deputies asked for and received permission to search the vehicle. They found a glass tube inside with cocaine residue on it, along with a pill bottle filled with cocaine. In addition a smoking pipe and other drug paraphernalia were located. 40-yr-old Arvil Keith Wagoner was arrested and charged with drug possession and possession of drug paraphernalia.
State News
Restaurant Stands Accused Of Violating Religious Freedom
One Winston Salem restaurant stands accused of religious discrimination today. Copeland’s of New Orleans is the business named in the suit, accused of illegally firing a worker last year when she refused to go against her religious beliefs. Back in 2005, Norma Hager was terminated after refusing to work on Sunday, saying that it was against her Mormon religion. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission agreed, filing a lawsuit on her behalf against Copeland’s saying that the company violated the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
EMS Patients Fall Victim To Thieves
Former patients of Cumberland County EMS now have to play the waiting game, to find out if they’re victims of ID theft. Officials in the county announced this week that a laptop computer, which contained the personal information of over 24,000 patients, has gone missing. However police aren’t sure if they can label it a theft or not, as there’s no evidence yet to prove it was stolen. Letters are being sent out to all patients, warning of the problem and suggesting they check their bank statements to prevent ID theft.
Deacon Football Recruit Charged
A future member of the Wake Forest football team is in trouble today. On Tuesday, Wake Forest recruit Dennis Godfrey Jr. was indicted and charged with first degree kidnapping, second degree rape and several other offenses relating to an incident that happened last October. Court papers say that Godfrey Jr., a tight end at Lee County High, was indicted for assaulting a 16-yr-old in Lee County, back on October 1st of 2005. If he’s found guilty, Godfrey could spend up to 30 years in jail.
Search Ends In Tragedy
Unfortunately the search for a Lincoln County man has ended in tragedy. On Monday, 70-yr-old Clyde Davis vanished from his home. Family & friends along with law enforcement searched the property for nearly two days without finding the man. Firefighters, EMS workers and other personnel from Catawba, Gaston, Cleveland and Mecklenburg County all turned out to aid in the search. Then late Tuesday the body of Mr. Davis was found in a small barn, a few hundred yards from his house. It’s unknown at this time what caused the man’s death.
UNC Grad Plans To Plead Guilty
A man who stands accused of attempting to kill at least nine students on the UNC Chapel Hill campus plans to plead guilty. 23-yr-old Mohammed Taheri-Azar, a graduate of the school, rented an SUV on March 3rd and tried to drive it through the Pit. He said that his goal was to avenge the deaths of Muslims around the world. On Wednesday, Azar stood before Superior Court Judge Carl Fox and requested that he be allowed to represent himself. Minutes later he changed his mind, after the judge informed him that first he’d have to undergo a psychiatric evaluation.
Davidson To Possibly Be Labeled Historic
People in Davidson might soon be living in a historic part of North Carolina. The North Carolina Historic Preservation Office has added the town’s name to a growing list of properties for consideration. If approved, Davidson would be added to the National Register for Historic Places, making property owners eligible for federal and state tax credits if they ever want to renovate. In the town there are an estimated 500 commercial and residential structures deemed to be a historic site.
Sports Headlines
Wilkes Coach On East/West Staff
Even though the season is over for high school baseball in Wilkes County, one local coach is still playing. The North Carolina East/West baseball series starts off this week and it’ll have a Wilkes County element in the mix. West Wilkes Head Coach Daniel Ward is serving as an assistant to the Western North Carolina team, working for the staff of head coach Reid Holmes from Southwest Guilford High. The tournament gives high school players a chance to be noticed by scouts from the college and professional ranks, possibly earning them a scholarship or a shot at being drafted. The series runs through Sunday of this week with games at NC State and the Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
Tarheels In College World Series
Taking a look at the college scene, the Carolina Tarheels are moving on to the championship round of the College World Series. They beat Cal State Fullerton last night 6-5, thanks in part to two home runs from outfielder Jay Cox. With the win Carolina advances to take on the winner of tonight’s matchup between Rice & Oregon State.
Tarheels Land Football Recruit
Switching gears to the football scene, the Carolina Tarheels have possibly added a major piece to their defense after landing another recruit. High school junior William Brimfield announced over the weekend that he’s committing to join the Heels. The 6’5 ft. 285 lb. Brimfield is both an offensive and defensive tackle at Hunter Kinard Tyler High in Neeses South Carolina. Last season he claimed several awards, being named to the All-Conference, All-Region and All State teams. Brimfield turned down an offer from South Carolina State to join the Heels, who expect to play him full time at defensive tackle.
Former Duke Player Going To Italy
One member of the Duke basketball team plans to take his game overseas this year. Duke graduate Lee Melchionni has received an offer from Italian team Benetton Treviso to join them and play in the European league. The 6’6 ft. Melchionni will have a chance to hone his shooting skills while with Benetton, as that’s what the team is known for. 7’ ft. forward Andrea Bargnani developed into a Dirk Nowitzki type player while with the team and is predicted to go as one of the first ten picks in the NBA draft.
Panthers Look To Replace Softli
Two days after they lost their director of college scouting to the Rams, the Carolina Panthers are hunting for a replacement. 46-yr-old Tony Softli, who had been with the Panthers since their inception back in 1995, left to become the new vice president of player personnel up in St. Louis. To replace him, the Panthers are eyeing a short list, which currently includes their own national scout Jeff Morrow and also former Atlanta vice president of player personnel Ron Hill. Hill was behind the decision to draft Mike Vick and also drafted current Panther linebacker Chris Draft.
NASCAR Owner In Trouble
The future of one Nextel Cup team could be up in the air. 54-yr-old Gene Haas, owner of Hass CNC Racing, is facing federal charges for defrauding the government out of $20 million in tax money. Haas was arrested and charged Monday with filing false tax returns, witness intimidation and investigation of conspiracy. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Haas wrote off $50 million in fake business expenses, saving his company a reported $20 million in taxes. It’s unclear what effect this will have on the CNC Racing team, which runs Jeff Green’s No. 66 Chevy and the No. 00 Chevy driven in the Busch Series by Johnny Saulter.
Despite all the hot weather Wilkes County’s experiencing, the alternative could be worse. According to forecasters from the National Weather Service, a tropical storm could be on the way to North Carolina. Meteorologists are keeping a close eye on a current storm system that’s developing in the Bahamas, as short range forecasts predict that it will soon start moving toward North Carolina. If everything follows the pattern, the National Weather Service estimates that a tropical storm or depression could be created within the next four days and then could arrive in North Carolina by early next week. Southeastern counties in the state are still cleaning up after the remnants of Tropical Storm Alberto paid a visit last week.
County Manager Breaks Down Fire Contracts
During Tuesday’s meeting of county commissioners, new contracts were approved for both the Broadway and Moravian Falls fire departments. In each of the contracts, the current fire tax of 5 cents per $100 of property was kept as is. However wording in the document gave each department the right to raise the tax to 15 cents, triple the current rate. County Manager Gary Page explained to 3WC News on Wednesday that the additional wording is just in the contract to satisfy NC law, which states that fire departments can have a tax up to but not exceeding 15 cents. He said that neither of the departments had requested a change in the tax and plan to keep it at 5 cents.
Heat Relief Available For Elderly
Summertime can mean problems for the elderly, with rising temperatures leading to sickness and possibly death. With that in mind, the Wilkes Senior Citizens Council is giving away fans this summer to any senior citizen that meets their requirements. In order to get a fan, you must be at least 60 years old, live in Wilkes and be served by Duke Power. In addition, your home situation must present a threat to your life without the fans. Applications are being taken from 8:30am til 5pm at the Wilkes Senior Citizens Council office, located at 228 Fairplains School Road. For more information you can contact them at 651-7811.
Damage Done At Hamby Muffler
An estimated $200 in damaged was done at Hamby’s Muffler Shop this week. Sometime Tuesday afternoon, a man pulled up and used the vacuum machine at the business’ car wash. Then as he was leaving, the man drove into the store’s sign before taking off. Wilkesboro police were called out as employees provided a description of both the man and his vehicle. That investigation is ongoing.
Focus On The Connection
With summer in full swing, it can be hard at times to handle all of the repairs needed at your home. That’s where the Carolina Cross Connection steps in. Taylor Whitley from the organization will be Brian’s guest later today for Focus on the Foothills as they’ll be discussing the group, how you can help or how you can get help from them if you need it. That’s coming up right after the midday stock report at 1:05pm.
Climbed In To Have A Look Around
Wilkesboro police were called out to a residence at the Cub Creek Apartment Complex on Monday after thieves paid a visit. A local man called police after watching several people push in a window and climb into one of the apartments. However there was no damage done to the apartment and nothing was taken from inside. The open window and unlocked doors were the only signs that someone had been there at all. A description of the would be thieves was turned over to officers and the investigation continues.
Samaritan’s Christian Ministry Update
Samaritan’s Christian Ministry has been expanding their operations in the last few months, to the point where they now deliver meals to over 450 different families across Wilkes County. That’s just over 1600 meals that need to be prepared, loaded up and delivered each week. With that progress comes a greater need for volunteers, as the organization finds itself falling short in most categories. The man need is for drivers to transport the meals on Saturdays, however cooks, assembly line workers, greeters and other volunteers are needed as well. If you’re interested in volunteering or just want some more information, you can drop by the Kitchen anytime from 8am til 2pm during the week. They’re located just down the road on Woodland Blvd from the Wilkesboro Post Office. You can also give them a call at 838-5331.
Laptop Computer Stolen From Boomer Home
How can thieves break in without leaving any evidence behind? That’s the question facing a Boomer man today. Earlier this week he left the house to grab some dinner, laying his laptop computer on the kitchen table. When he returned, the doors were still locked as there was no sign of damage, however the laptop was missing. Nothing else was taken from the home and that investigation continues.
Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Bust
A routine traffic stop led to a drug bust for sheriff’s deputies. Deputies were doing a license check at the intersection of Rock Creek Road and 268 East when they noticed that a passenger in one of the vehicles had an open beer can. After getting the car to pull over, deputies asked for and received permission to search the vehicle. They found a glass tube inside with cocaine residue on it, along with a pill bottle filled with cocaine. In addition a smoking pipe and other drug paraphernalia were located. 40-yr-old Arvil Keith Wagoner was arrested and charged with drug possession and possession of drug paraphernalia.
State News
Restaurant Stands Accused Of Violating Religious Freedom
One Winston Salem restaurant stands accused of religious discrimination today. Copeland’s of New Orleans is the business named in the suit, accused of illegally firing a worker last year when she refused to go against her religious beliefs. Back in 2005, Norma Hager was terminated after refusing to work on Sunday, saying that it was against her Mormon religion. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission agreed, filing a lawsuit on her behalf against Copeland’s saying that the company violated the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
EMS Patients Fall Victim To Thieves
Former patients of Cumberland County EMS now have to play the waiting game, to find out if they’re victims of ID theft. Officials in the county announced this week that a laptop computer, which contained the personal information of over 24,000 patients, has gone missing. However police aren’t sure if they can label it a theft or not, as there’s no evidence yet to prove it was stolen. Letters are being sent out to all patients, warning of the problem and suggesting they check their bank statements to prevent ID theft.
Deacon Football Recruit Charged
A future member of the Wake Forest football team is in trouble today. On Tuesday, Wake Forest recruit Dennis Godfrey Jr. was indicted and charged with first degree kidnapping, second degree rape and several other offenses relating to an incident that happened last October. Court papers say that Godfrey Jr., a tight end at Lee County High, was indicted for assaulting a 16-yr-old in Lee County, back on October 1st of 2005. If he’s found guilty, Godfrey could spend up to 30 years in jail.
Search Ends In Tragedy
Unfortunately the search for a Lincoln County man has ended in tragedy. On Monday, 70-yr-old Clyde Davis vanished from his home. Family & friends along with law enforcement searched the property for nearly two days without finding the man. Firefighters, EMS workers and other personnel from Catawba, Gaston, Cleveland and Mecklenburg County all turned out to aid in the search. Then late Tuesday the body of Mr. Davis was found in a small barn, a few hundred yards from his house. It’s unknown at this time what caused the man’s death.
UNC Grad Plans To Plead Guilty
A man who stands accused of attempting to kill at least nine students on the UNC Chapel Hill campus plans to plead guilty. 23-yr-old Mohammed Taheri-Azar, a graduate of the school, rented an SUV on March 3rd and tried to drive it through the Pit. He said that his goal was to avenge the deaths of Muslims around the world. On Wednesday, Azar stood before Superior Court Judge Carl Fox and requested that he be allowed to represent himself. Minutes later he changed his mind, after the judge informed him that first he’d have to undergo a psychiatric evaluation.
Davidson To Possibly Be Labeled Historic
People in Davidson might soon be living in a historic part of North Carolina. The North Carolina Historic Preservation Office has added the town’s name to a growing list of properties for consideration. If approved, Davidson would be added to the National Register for Historic Places, making property owners eligible for federal and state tax credits if they ever want to renovate. In the town there are an estimated 500 commercial and residential structures deemed to be a historic site.
Sports Headlines
Wilkes Coach On East/West Staff
Even though the season is over for high school baseball in Wilkes County, one local coach is still playing. The North Carolina East/West baseball series starts off this week and it’ll have a Wilkes County element in the mix. West Wilkes Head Coach Daniel Ward is serving as an assistant to the Western North Carolina team, working for the staff of head coach Reid Holmes from Southwest Guilford High. The tournament gives high school players a chance to be noticed by scouts from the college and professional ranks, possibly earning them a scholarship or a shot at being drafted. The series runs through Sunday of this week with games at NC State and the Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
Tarheels In College World Series
Taking a look at the college scene, the Carolina Tarheels are moving on to the championship round of the College World Series. They beat Cal State Fullerton last night 6-5, thanks in part to two home runs from outfielder Jay Cox. With the win Carolina advances to take on the winner of tonight’s matchup between Rice & Oregon State.
Tarheels Land Football Recruit
Switching gears to the football scene, the Carolina Tarheels have possibly added a major piece to their defense after landing another recruit. High school junior William Brimfield announced over the weekend that he’s committing to join the Heels. The 6’5 ft. 285 lb. Brimfield is both an offensive and defensive tackle at Hunter Kinard Tyler High in Neeses South Carolina. Last season he claimed several awards, being named to the All-Conference, All-Region and All State teams. Brimfield turned down an offer from South Carolina State to join the Heels, who expect to play him full time at defensive tackle.
Former Duke Player Going To Italy
One member of the Duke basketball team plans to take his game overseas this year. Duke graduate Lee Melchionni has received an offer from Italian team Benetton Treviso to join them and play in the European league. The 6’6 ft. Melchionni will have a chance to hone his shooting skills while with Benetton, as that’s what the team is known for. 7’ ft. forward Andrea Bargnani developed into a Dirk Nowitzki type player while with the team and is predicted to go as one of the first ten picks in the NBA draft.
Panthers Look To Replace Softli
Two days after they lost their director of college scouting to the Rams, the Carolina Panthers are hunting for a replacement. 46-yr-old Tony Softli, who had been with the Panthers since their inception back in 1995, left to become the new vice president of player personnel up in St. Louis. To replace him, the Panthers are eyeing a short list, which currently includes their own national scout Jeff Morrow and also former Atlanta vice president of player personnel Ron Hill. Hill was behind the decision to draft Mike Vick and also drafted current Panther linebacker Chris Draft.
NASCAR Owner In Trouble
The future of one Nextel Cup team could be up in the air. 54-yr-old Gene Haas, owner of Hass CNC Racing, is facing federal charges for defrauding the government out of $20 million in tax money. Haas was arrested and charged Monday with filing false tax returns, witness intimidation and investigation of conspiracy. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Haas wrote off $50 million in fake business expenses, saving his company a reported $20 million in taxes. It’s unclear what effect this will have on the CNC Racing team, which runs Jeff Green’s No. 66 Chevy and the No. 00 Chevy driven in the Busch Series by Johnny Saulter.
posted by Scott Roberts # 5:57 AM
Tuesday, June 20, 2006
News & Sports For June 21st
Plane Crashes & Pilot Dies In Moravian Falls
One man is dead today after a plane crash Tuesday afternoon. The incident happened on the Cane Ridge Road in Moravian Falls, near a chicken farm in the area. At about 4pm, the single engine plane dipped down and crashed on the property, instantly killing the pilot. Officials were called out minutes later after a truck driver passing by called 911. No one else was injured in the crash and officials are still trying to determine what caused the accident. According to the FAA, the plane left Kissimmee, FLA and was headed to the Wilkes County airport. Investigators from the Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are expected at the site today to continue the investigation.
County Commissioners Approve The Budget
County commissioners approved the 2006-2007 budget during their meeting last night. By a unanimous vote, the amount of $68,344,540 passed and will take effect on July 1st. Under the plan, a 5% supplement was granted for employees of the public schools in addition to a 1.5% supplement handed out to community college workers.
New Members Appointed To Planning Board
Two new candidates to serve on the Wilkes Planning Board were selected last night. The terms of Paul Billings and Randall Woodruff were set to expire at the end of this month and both told the Planning Board they were not interested in being re-appointed. To serve in their place, the Board released a list of names for county commissioners to consider. One of those recommended, Carl Miller, was accepted by commissioners and approved as a nominee. Miller had served on the board previously, as his last term ended two years ago. Commissioners then went in a different direction, declining the board’s second recommendation of James Adams. Instead Johnny Alexander was chosen as the second nominee. If both Miller and Alexander accept, they’ll join the Wilkes Planning Board at the end of this month.
Drug Operation Disrupted By Deputies
Acting on a tip, deputies were called out to a home on Jones-Dancy Street Monday night. What they found inside was a drug manufacturing operation. Several large bong pipes were uncovered, along with a set of scales, a plastic tub and other paraphernalia used to manufacture drugs. Several boys in the house also had marijuana and the prescription painkiller Oxycotin in their possession. 18-yr-old Kevin Everett Puckett was arrested and charged with manufacturing drugs, possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia.
ID Thieves Target Local Man
A State Road man fell prey to thieves this week, except their target was his Social Security numbers. The man had signed up to volunteer with a local group and as a precaution, they performed a background check. What the check uncovered was that someone had been using his social security ID to go on a spending spree. There is a suspect and deputies are continuing the investigation.
Lawn Mower Stolen From Ronda Residence
Thieves drove off with a Ronda woman’s lawn mower earlier this week. She had just returned from a trip out of town on Monday to discover that over a thousand dollars had been taken from the residence. Both a trailer that she had kept on the property and her lawn mower were missing. It appears that the thieves simply unhooked the trailer and took off down the road. Deputies do have a suspect and the investigation is ongoing.
Millers Creek Home Falls Victim To Thieves
Deputies were called out to a Millers Creek home on Monday, after thieves paid a visit. Taken from the residence on Bumgarner Lane was a Rolex watch, a necklace and several rings with an estimated value of $1600 all total. Despite the theft there was no sign of a break-in and no damage done to the property. However deputies do have a suspect and that investigation continues.
Thieves Break In To Borrow Tools
A Traphill woman got a surprise when she arrived home on Monday. Over one thousand dollars worth of tools had disappeared from a storage shed on her property, despite the building being locked up and no sign of a break-in. Taken in the theft were several saws, eight hammers, two drills and a few other items. There is however a suspect in the case and that investigation continues.
Recall Ordered Of Medicine Patch
If you put anything near the mouth of a child, chances are he or she will eat it. Now that bit of information has caused a recall of a certain children’s brand of medicine. The drug company Novartis has issued a recall of its’ Triaminic Vapor Patches, after several children tried to eat them. The patches are supposed to be placed on either the child’s chest or throat, however some have been peeled off by the kids and chewed on. That’s led to headaches and in one case a seizure, as the patches contain eucalyptus oil and camphor. Company officials are asking parents to toss the products in the trash as they work to come up with an alternative form of medicine.
Wilkesboro Woman Falls Victim To Hit & Run
A hit & run driver was responsible for an accident on Hwy 421 Monday night. Just before 5pm on Monday, a Wilkesboro woman was traveling down 421 when a nearby vehicle suddenly swerved over and hit her car. The force of the impact caused the woman’s vehicle to cross over 421 and slam into the guardrail, before bouncing back to rest in the median. There were no injuries but the woman’s car was totaled with estimated damage placed at $5000. That second vehicle drove off from the scene and police are investigating.
State News
Change In Law Will Cost NC Millions
A change in state law will cost North Carolina taxpayers over $5 million dollars. Last year, the General Assembly approved a change that will grant in state status to certain students from other states and countries. As in state students, part of their scholarship cost will come from state tax dollars and it’s not going to be cheap. In a report released this week, the UNC College System estimates that it will cost the state an additional $5.2 million to help pay for these students, most of whom are in athletic programs. Out of the 456 out of state students receiving the benefit, over 2/3 of them will be playing a sport for their chosen university. By 2010, experts say the cost to taxpayers could grow to $20 million a year, as more out of state students take advantage of the law.
Convicted Murderer Gets A Third Trial
The third time could be the charm for a Wake County woman. Back in 2000, Karen Elaine Everett was found guilty of second degree murder and sentenced to 14 years in prison after shooting her husband in their Fuquay-Varina home. In 2004, the convicted was overturned, due to what lawyers called improper instructions to the jury. She was granted a second trial and again found guilty later that same year. Now the NC Court of Appeals on Tuesday has granted Everett a third trial, saying that prosecutors should have allowed testimony to be heard about the husband’s violent tendencies. Everett claims that she killed her husband in self defense after he repeatedly attacked her.
Search Continues For Lincoln County Man
The search is continuing today in Lincoln County, as officials try to determine what happened to a 70-yr-old man who vanished on Monday. The man disappeared from his home just off NC Hwy 73 shortly after 1pm on Monday afternoon and no one has seen or heard from him since. Sheriff’s deputies, police and family members covered the man’s farm and also most of the nearby property searching on into the night without success. Charlotte Mecklenburg police even volunteered the use of their helicopter, which went over the site for over four hours. Officials said the entire situation was strange because the missing man had no history of medical or other problems and there was no sign of foul play.
Jobs Coming To Hickory
Good news for people living in the Hickory area, as more jobs are on the way. Baker Furniture announced plans this week to build a distribution center and move its’ operating headquarters to the area. 70 jobs will be coming to the area over the next three years, with $12 million being invested in the site. The move comes thanks in part to a $76,000 grant from North Carolina.
Graveyard Vandals Being Hunted
A group of vandals in Chatham County has caused over $20,000 in damage in the past few days as they targeted area churches. 78 headstones were broken at Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church, some dating back to the early 1800s. Meanwhile just down the road 149 gravestones were damaged at Lystra Baptist Church. There are no suspects in either case and deputies are asking for the public’s help in tracking down the vandals.
Sports Headlines
Patriots Lose To Kannapolis
Over on the local scene last night, it was a rough outing for the Post 31 Patriots as they lost to Kannapolis 20-6. Pitching was again a problem for the Patriots, as they coughed up 9 runs in the first two innings and had to rally from behind several times just to keep the game going. With the loss Post 31 heads into their final set of games still hunting for that elusive first win.
Wilkes Central In Top 10
Taking a look at the high school scene, the final standings have been released for this year’s Wachovia Cup. The competition is held each year between programs in Divisions 1,2, 3 & 4A to award the best athletics program in each level. Rank is determined based on how many sports a school fields a team in and also how many of those teams finished in the top eight in their respective state tournaments. One Wilkes County team made the Top Ten, as Wilkes Central came in 6th out of all Class 2-A. Central was one of just two Mountain Valley Conference teams to make the Top Ten, as Forbush came in 9th. Raleigh Cardinal Gibbons won the 2-A Wachovia Award. In the 1-A rankings, only one local team came close and that was Elkin, which finished 11th.
UNC Asheville Freshman To Transfer
In college basketball, some bad news for UNC Asheville as one of their leading scorers is taking off. Michael Ellis announced this week that he’s transferring to Mercer, after a season that saw him average 9 points a game and receive the Big South Conference Freshman of the Year award. As per NCAA rules, Ellis has to sit out next season and will join Mercer’s team in time for the 2007-2008 year. No reason was given for the decision.
Former Tarheel Possibly Out For The Season
Switching gears to the NBA, the news isn’t good for a former UNC Tarheel. Rashad McCants had to undergo surgery on his right knee over the weekend, a move which could possibly see him miss most if not all of next year’s NBA season. McCants had microfracture surgery performed on his right knee Friday afternoon after experiencing soreness in it for the past month. Officials with the Minnesota Timberwolves, who selected McCants last year with the 14th pick, didn’t specify how the injury occurred but said that at the earliest doctors don’t expect him back on the court for another four months. As a rookie last season, the 6’4 ft. McCants averaged 7 points a game but started to ignite in the final month of the season, scoring 28 points in a win over Atlanta.
Panthers Loosing Their Scouting Director
In the NFL, some bad news behind the scenes for the Carolina Panthers, as they’ve lost a member of the front office. Director of college scouting Tony Softli is expected to join the St. Louis Rams later this week. Softli has been a member of the Panthers since their first season, working first as a regional scout before moving up to help oversee the team’s college draft. He’s leaving to join old friend Scott Linehan, who was hired back in January as the Ram’s new head coach. Linehan and Softli have a history dating back to 1994, when they both served on the coaching staff for the University of Washington.
NASCAR To Go Unleaded
On the NASCAR scene, drivers could soon have their choice of regular or unleaded to fill up. NASCAR officials announced on Monday that they’ll be testing unleaded fuel over the rest of this year, with hopes of going to it full time by 2007. The decision was made as officials look to steer away from gas that contains lead based additives. July 29th will be the first date unleaded fuel is used on the Busch Series, as all cars will fill up with it for a four week trial. Then based on the results of the trial, unleaded fuel could be used for the rest of the season on the Busch circuit. NASCAR also said they hope to introduce unleaded fuel to the Nextel Cup by the time Daytona rolls around next February.
One man is dead today after a plane crash Tuesday afternoon. The incident happened on the Cane Ridge Road in Moravian Falls, near a chicken farm in the area. At about 4pm, the single engine plane dipped down and crashed on the property, instantly killing the pilot. Officials were called out minutes later after a truck driver passing by called 911. No one else was injured in the crash and officials are still trying to determine what caused the accident. According to the FAA, the plane left Kissimmee, FLA and was headed to the Wilkes County airport. Investigators from the Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are expected at the site today to continue the investigation.
County Commissioners Approve The Budget
County commissioners approved the 2006-2007 budget during their meeting last night. By a unanimous vote, the amount of $68,344,540 passed and will take effect on July 1st. Under the plan, a 5% supplement was granted for employees of the public schools in addition to a 1.5% supplement handed out to community college workers.
New Members Appointed To Planning Board
Two new candidates to serve on the Wilkes Planning Board were selected last night. The terms of Paul Billings and Randall Woodruff were set to expire at the end of this month and both told the Planning Board they were not interested in being re-appointed. To serve in their place, the Board released a list of names for county commissioners to consider. One of those recommended, Carl Miller, was accepted by commissioners and approved as a nominee. Miller had served on the board previously, as his last term ended two years ago. Commissioners then went in a different direction, declining the board’s second recommendation of James Adams. Instead Johnny Alexander was chosen as the second nominee. If both Miller and Alexander accept, they’ll join the Wilkes Planning Board at the end of this month.
Drug Operation Disrupted By Deputies
Acting on a tip, deputies were called out to a home on Jones-Dancy Street Monday night. What they found inside was a drug manufacturing operation. Several large bong pipes were uncovered, along with a set of scales, a plastic tub and other paraphernalia used to manufacture drugs. Several boys in the house also had marijuana and the prescription painkiller Oxycotin in their possession. 18-yr-old Kevin Everett Puckett was arrested and charged with manufacturing drugs, possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia.
ID Thieves Target Local Man
A State Road man fell prey to thieves this week, except their target was his Social Security numbers. The man had signed up to volunteer with a local group and as a precaution, they performed a background check. What the check uncovered was that someone had been using his social security ID to go on a spending spree. There is a suspect and deputies are continuing the investigation.
Lawn Mower Stolen From Ronda Residence
Thieves drove off with a Ronda woman’s lawn mower earlier this week. She had just returned from a trip out of town on Monday to discover that over a thousand dollars had been taken from the residence. Both a trailer that she had kept on the property and her lawn mower were missing. It appears that the thieves simply unhooked the trailer and took off down the road. Deputies do have a suspect and the investigation is ongoing.
Millers Creek Home Falls Victim To Thieves
Deputies were called out to a Millers Creek home on Monday, after thieves paid a visit. Taken from the residence on Bumgarner Lane was a Rolex watch, a necklace and several rings with an estimated value of $1600 all total. Despite the theft there was no sign of a break-in and no damage done to the property. However deputies do have a suspect and that investigation continues.
Thieves Break In To Borrow Tools
A Traphill woman got a surprise when she arrived home on Monday. Over one thousand dollars worth of tools had disappeared from a storage shed on her property, despite the building being locked up and no sign of a break-in. Taken in the theft were several saws, eight hammers, two drills and a few other items. There is however a suspect in the case and that investigation continues.
Recall Ordered Of Medicine Patch
If you put anything near the mouth of a child, chances are he or she will eat it. Now that bit of information has caused a recall of a certain children’s brand of medicine. The drug company Novartis has issued a recall of its’ Triaminic Vapor Patches, after several children tried to eat them. The patches are supposed to be placed on either the child’s chest or throat, however some have been peeled off by the kids and chewed on. That’s led to headaches and in one case a seizure, as the patches contain eucalyptus oil and camphor. Company officials are asking parents to toss the products in the trash as they work to come up with an alternative form of medicine.
Wilkesboro Woman Falls Victim To Hit & Run
A hit & run driver was responsible for an accident on Hwy 421 Monday night. Just before 5pm on Monday, a Wilkesboro woman was traveling down 421 when a nearby vehicle suddenly swerved over and hit her car. The force of the impact caused the woman’s vehicle to cross over 421 and slam into the guardrail, before bouncing back to rest in the median. There were no injuries but the woman’s car was totaled with estimated damage placed at $5000. That second vehicle drove off from the scene and police are investigating.
State News
Change In Law Will Cost NC Millions
A change in state law will cost North Carolina taxpayers over $5 million dollars. Last year, the General Assembly approved a change that will grant in state status to certain students from other states and countries. As in state students, part of their scholarship cost will come from state tax dollars and it’s not going to be cheap. In a report released this week, the UNC College System estimates that it will cost the state an additional $5.2 million to help pay for these students, most of whom are in athletic programs. Out of the 456 out of state students receiving the benefit, over 2/3 of them will be playing a sport for their chosen university. By 2010, experts say the cost to taxpayers could grow to $20 million a year, as more out of state students take advantage of the law.
Convicted Murderer Gets A Third Trial
The third time could be the charm for a Wake County woman. Back in 2000, Karen Elaine Everett was found guilty of second degree murder and sentenced to 14 years in prison after shooting her husband in their Fuquay-Varina home. In 2004, the convicted was overturned, due to what lawyers called improper instructions to the jury. She was granted a second trial and again found guilty later that same year. Now the NC Court of Appeals on Tuesday has granted Everett a third trial, saying that prosecutors should have allowed testimony to be heard about the husband’s violent tendencies. Everett claims that she killed her husband in self defense after he repeatedly attacked her.
Search Continues For Lincoln County Man
The search is continuing today in Lincoln County, as officials try to determine what happened to a 70-yr-old man who vanished on Monday. The man disappeared from his home just off NC Hwy 73 shortly after 1pm on Monday afternoon and no one has seen or heard from him since. Sheriff’s deputies, police and family members covered the man’s farm and also most of the nearby property searching on into the night without success. Charlotte Mecklenburg police even volunteered the use of their helicopter, which went over the site for over four hours. Officials said the entire situation was strange because the missing man had no history of medical or other problems and there was no sign of foul play.
Jobs Coming To Hickory
Good news for people living in the Hickory area, as more jobs are on the way. Baker Furniture announced plans this week to build a distribution center and move its’ operating headquarters to the area. 70 jobs will be coming to the area over the next three years, with $12 million being invested in the site. The move comes thanks in part to a $76,000 grant from North Carolina.
Graveyard Vandals Being Hunted
A group of vandals in Chatham County has caused over $20,000 in damage in the past few days as they targeted area churches. 78 headstones were broken at Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church, some dating back to the early 1800s. Meanwhile just down the road 149 gravestones were damaged at Lystra Baptist Church. There are no suspects in either case and deputies are asking for the public’s help in tracking down the vandals.
Sports Headlines
Patriots Lose To Kannapolis
Over on the local scene last night, it was a rough outing for the Post 31 Patriots as they lost to Kannapolis 20-6. Pitching was again a problem for the Patriots, as they coughed up 9 runs in the first two innings and had to rally from behind several times just to keep the game going. With the loss Post 31 heads into their final set of games still hunting for that elusive first win.
Wilkes Central In Top 10
Taking a look at the high school scene, the final standings have been released for this year’s Wachovia Cup. The competition is held each year between programs in Divisions 1,2, 3 & 4A to award the best athletics program in each level. Rank is determined based on how many sports a school fields a team in and also how many of those teams finished in the top eight in their respective state tournaments. One Wilkes County team made the Top Ten, as Wilkes Central came in 6th out of all Class 2-A. Central was one of just two Mountain Valley Conference teams to make the Top Ten, as Forbush came in 9th. Raleigh Cardinal Gibbons won the 2-A Wachovia Award. In the 1-A rankings, only one local team came close and that was Elkin, which finished 11th.
UNC Asheville Freshman To Transfer
In college basketball, some bad news for UNC Asheville as one of their leading scorers is taking off. Michael Ellis announced this week that he’s transferring to Mercer, after a season that saw him average 9 points a game and receive the Big South Conference Freshman of the Year award. As per NCAA rules, Ellis has to sit out next season and will join Mercer’s team in time for the 2007-2008 year. No reason was given for the decision.
Former Tarheel Possibly Out For The Season
Switching gears to the NBA, the news isn’t good for a former UNC Tarheel. Rashad McCants had to undergo surgery on his right knee over the weekend, a move which could possibly see him miss most if not all of next year’s NBA season. McCants had microfracture surgery performed on his right knee Friday afternoon after experiencing soreness in it for the past month. Officials with the Minnesota Timberwolves, who selected McCants last year with the 14th pick, didn’t specify how the injury occurred but said that at the earliest doctors don’t expect him back on the court for another four months. As a rookie last season, the 6’4 ft. McCants averaged 7 points a game but started to ignite in the final month of the season, scoring 28 points in a win over Atlanta.
Panthers Loosing Their Scouting Director
In the NFL, some bad news behind the scenes for the Carolina Panthers, as they’ve lost a member of the front office. Director of college scouting Tony Softli is expected to join the St. Louis Rams later this week. Softli has been a member of the Panthers since their first season, working first as a regional scout before moving up to help oversee the team’s college draft. He’s leaving to join old friend Scott Linehan, who was hired back in January as the Ram’s new head coach. Linehan and Softli have a history dating back to 1994, when they both served on the coaching staff for the University of Washington.
NASCAR To Go Unleaded
On the NASCAR scene, drivers could soon have their choice of regular or unleaded to fill up. NASCAR officials announced on Monday that they’ll be testing unleaded fuel over the rest of this year, with hopes of going to it full time by 2007. The decision was made as officials look to steer away from gas that contains lead based additives. July 29th will be the first date unleaded fuel is used on the Busch Series, as all cars will fill up with it for a four week trial. Then based on the results of the trial, unleaded fuel could be used for the rest of the season on the Busch circuit. NASCAR also said they hope to introduce unleaded fuel to the Nextel Cup by the time Daytona rolls around next February.
posted by Scott Roberts # 11:03 PM
News & Sports For June 20th
Violent Crime Up In Wilkes County
Some mixed news for Wilkes County citizens today, as the State Attorney General has released the annual list of Crime Statistics. Here in Wilkes, property crimes, such as larceny and burglary actually went down in 2005, with 2602 reported in the area. That’s down from the year before, as 2657 property crimes were reported in 2004. Violent crime however is on the rise, according to the attorney general’s report. In Wilkes this past year, there were 261 violent crimes reported, covering incidents such as murder, rape, robbery and aggravated assault. The rise in violent crime was marked across North Carolina, as the state saw a 9.5% increase in homicides alone last year, with the number climbing from 508 in 2004 to 582 by the end of 2005.
Despite the climb in statistics, North Carolina still has a 22% lower homicide rate over this same period a decade ago.
Commissioners To Get Economic Update
County Commissioners will hold their meeting tonight and will focus mainly on economics. Economic Development Director Don Alexander will present his report to the commissioners, updating them on the different projects going on in Wilkes County. Also County Manager Gary Page will present the 2006-2007 budget for approval and the contracts for both Moravian Falls and Broadway Volunteer Fire Department will be discussed. The public hearing is set for 6:45pm and the actual meeting will get underway at 7pm, in the commissioners’ room of the county office building.
Deputies Bust Crack House In Moravian Falls
Sheriff’s deputies went out to a home in Moravian Falls Sunday night, discovering drugs and money inside. Responding on a tip, deputies got a search warrant and went to the home on Barr Street. Once inside, they found a glass jar that held six grams of cocaine. Also a marijuana cigarette was uncovered, along with $682 in cash. 64-yr-old Homer Wayne was arrested and charged with drug possession with intent to sell & distribute along with maintaining a dwelling for the sale of drugs.
Just Walked In To Do Some Shopping
Thieves broke into a house on the Oak Grove Extension this weekend to do some shopping. The homeowner returned to find his back door had been pried open and the computer missing from inside. Nothing else was taken or even touched inside the residence. There is a suspect in the case and deputies are continuing the investigation.
Car Stolen From Local Home
It’s never a good idea to leave your keys inside the car. A Ronda woman found that out the hard way Saturday night, as thieves drove off with her vehicle. She had parked the car at her home on Luffman Road and then went inside. About an hour later, there was a noise outside and her car was pulling out of the driveway. Highway Patrol officers discovered the vehicle shortly after, wrecked and abandoned on Macedonia Church Road. An estimated $2500 in damage had been done and deputies are continuing the investigation.
3WC Healthwatch: Better Living Through Chocolate
It turns out eating chocolate might not be a bad idea, as we explain in today’s 3WC Healthwatch. Chocolate can actually be good for you, according to a study recently done in the Netherlands. The study, examined 470 men age 65 and older and found that those who ate the equivalent of 1/3 of a chocolate bar each day had lower blood pressure. That includes things like chocolate pudding and hot coca drinks, as well as the candy. It’s believed that flavanols, particles found in the chocolate, increase nitric oxide in the bloodstream and improve the way blood vessels function. However the doctors warn that while a little chocolate can be healthy, too much can cause health problems.
Gun Taken From Local Man’s Truck
Be careful what you keep inside your vehicle. That’s the lesson a Moravian Falls man learned over the weekend, after thieves broke into his truck. The vehicle had been parked at the man’s home on Old Orchard Road in Moravian Falls, however he had left it unlocked and forgot a few things inside, namely a Rossi .38 caliber revolver. He came back out Saturday morning to find the glove box was open and the gun missing. That investigation continues.
Local Business Targeted By Thieves
Deputies were called out to a business in Millers Creek over the weekend, after several would be thieves targeted the VIP Laserwash. Employees came in early Friday morning to find that someone had attempted to pry open the control units, which help operate the self-service carwash. They were apparently looking to gain access to the money stored inside but weren’t able to get the job done, instead causing several hundred dollars in damage. The investigation is ongoing.
Always Lock Up Before You Leave
Thieves walked right into a North Wilkesboro man’s storage building this weekend, leaving with a $3000 carburetor. The building had been left unlocked and it appears that thieves came in and took what they wanted. There is however a suspect in the case, with a name and description provided to deputies. The investigation continues.
State News
State Jobless Climb Thanks To Grads
North Carolina’s unemployment rate climbed as we hit the end of May, rising to 4.6%. That’s up from 4.3%, where it stood at the end of April. ESC officials are putting the blame on students for the hike in unemployment, as both college and high school grads are out looking for work. With the increased number of people in the market, the jobless rate is back to where it stood in February and officials aren’t sure when or if it’ll be able to bounce back.
Former Nurse Accused Of Stealing Patients’ ID
A former nurse is facing jail time today, after being convicted of stealing her patients’ information. 53-yr-old Susan Pugh White was arrested earlier this year and charged with stealing personal information from her patients at Randolph Hospital. She then took the information and used it to run up an estimated $60,000 in credit card debt. White has now been found guilty and sentenced to two years and ten months in federal prison, after telling the judge she doesn’t remember committing any of the crimes.
Picking Up The Pieces In Salisbury
Officials at Dan Nicholas Park are still picking up the pieces today, more than a year after sections of the area burned down. An arsonist torched the park’s petting zoo, causing an estimated $30,000 in damage and killing most of the animals. However with the help of donations from across the U.S., the park in Salisbury North Carolina is rebuilding. Zoos from around the country have called in, offering to give replacement animals and people have raised $17,000 to go towards the project. The park hopes to be reopened later this year and as a precaution, it will include both security cameras and a sprinkler system, to guarantee that the arsonist can’t strike again.
Highway Patrol Heading For The Mountains
North Carolina’s Highway Patrol is heading to the mountains. Additional Highway Patrol units are being sent out to the mountain counties, to help in slowing down drivers. Speeding has become a major issue in the North Carolina mountains this summer, as the number of both motorcycle accidents and deaths has risen. The main focus for Patrol officers will be US Hwy 129, known in biking circles as the “Tail of the Dragon”. It starts in Tennessee and then winds through the North Carolina mountains, with 318 curves in between.
Sports Headlines
Wilkes Players Fill Up Baseball’s All-Conference List
Taking a look at the high school scene, the All Conference teams have been announced in spring sports, with several Wilkes County players making the list. In baseball, Chris Roberts made the all conference list for North Wilkes, joined by Garrett Absher, Zach Broyhill, Caleb Johnson and Josh White from Wilkes Central. In the Northwest 1-A Noah Johnson from East Wilkes made the cut, along with Chris Barger, Justin Spears, Drew Ward and Josh Zumbrook from West Wilkes. Several Blackhawks also picked up awards, as Drew Ward was named the Northwest 1-A player of the year and his teammate James Absher was chosen as conference tournament MVP. Blackhawks Coach Daniel Ward was named Coach of the Year in the conference. Four local players also made it on the Honorable Mention list. They were Nathan Byrd and Chad Garrett from Wilkes Central, along with Adam Speaks and Brent Whittington from North Wilkes.
Soccer Lists Loaded With Wilkes County Kids
In high school soccer, players from all four schools made All-Conference. For Wilkes Central, it was Allee Olson, Leslie Warren, Annie Gustafson, Emily Gustafson, Tiffany Ashley and Katie Andreski making the team. Andreski was also named Player of the Year in the Mountain Valley Conference. Emily Billings and Erika Dowell also made the list for North Wilkes while Wilkes Central players Sabrina Ashley, Barbara Gray, Courtney Hibbard, Katie Horrell and Merrie Levi all made the honorable mention list. Lady Eagles Coach Uwe Ehrilich was chosen as the Mountain Valley’s Coach of the Year after leading his team to the state championship game. In the Northwest 1-A, Cristine Hamlin, Selena Holleman, Lindsay Mize, Kasi Shew and Amanda Williams were named to the all-conference squad from East Wilkes. Williams also was named the Conference Player of the Year. West Wilkes had five girls on the list, with Patricia Clay, Angelica Nichols, Kassie Oller, Lauren Overton and Jessica Whitby being honored. Lady Blackhawks Coach Carsten Lyck also received the Coach of the Year award.
Softball, Tennis And Golf Players Make The List
Wilkes county players also made the list in other sports as well. In golf, West Wilkes’ Daniel Walsh was named to the Northwest 1-A All Conference team, while Grayson Cheek from Wilkes Central received honorable mention in the Mountain Valley 2-A. In softball, Nicole Lopez from North Wilkes landed a spot in the Mountain Valley 2-A list, with honorable mention going to her teammate Kimberly Triplett and also Andrea Jarman from Wilkes Central. Also in softball, the all conference list in the Northwest 1-A included East Wilkes Lady Cardinals player Jeannie Blevins, along with Adrian Collins and Brittany Parsons. In tennis, Wilkes Central had four players on the all conference team. They were Phillip Brame, Zeb Campbell, Andrew Huggins and Jay Snipes. Phillip Brame also received Player of the Year honors in the conference while Central coach Perry Snipes shared Coach of the Year honors with Dustin Webb from Surry Central. North Wilkes also had two tennis players making the list in Cody Poplin and Nathan Poteat. In the Northwest 1-A, it was Elliot Johnson, David Murphy, Brent Poplin and Kyle Welburn making the all conference squad from East Wilkes. Their teammates Ryan Emric and Bret Lyon received honorable mention.
Track All Conference List Includes Wilkes Players
Finally for track and field, several Wilkes County players made the list. In the Mountain Valley Conference, it was Nick Whittington and Loren Meador representing Wilkes Central. Their teammates Greg Howell, Josh Oliver, Justin Watkins and Aaron Wilkins received honorable mention, along with Josh Johnson and Dustin Probst from North Wilkes. On the girls side of the conference, it was Kayla Branciforte and Ashley Wilcox making the list for North Wilkes, as Ashley was also named of the Conference Athletes of the Year. For Wilkes Central, it was Lindsey Groce, Mattie Hayes, Erin Koon, Dierdra Morrison, Danielle Weston and Amy Will making the list. Their teammates Alex Hayes and Melinda Lackey received honorable mention. Over in the Northwest 1-A conference, the East Wilkes Cardinals had 11 players making the list. Eric Blackburn, Ryan Blackburn, Nathan Bryan, Derek Cleary, Chas Deal, Kevin Dobbins, Lance Householder, Nathan Jordan, David Shew, Derek Shoemaker and Landon Walker represented East High on the All Conference team. They were joined by Steven Branch, Wesley Scercy and Trey Bryan of West Wilkes. On the girls side, it was Anna Hayes and Amanda Williams representing East with Amanda Davis, Melanie Frye, Tiffany Upchurch and Meredith Wingler joining them from West Wilkes. Amanda Davis of the Lady Blackhawks was also named as the Conference Athlete of the Year.
Heels Move On To Next Round
Switching gears to college baseball, the Carolina Tarheels are moving on to the next round of the College World Series. Now all they have to do is wait and find out who they’ll be playing. The Heels take the field Wednesday afternoon at 5pm, however their opponent has yet to be determined. They’ll face off against the winner of tonight’s game between the Clemson Tigers and Cal State Fullerton. The winner plays Carolina and the loser’s season is finished.
State Lands Another Prospect
On the college basketball scene, NC State has landed another prospect for 2007. Farnold Degand, a guard from Iowa State, has announced his plans to transfer and join the Wolfpack for the 2007-2008 season. Degand was a redshirt with Iowa State last year and is described as a quick and very athletic 6’4 ft. guard who’s able to run the point and also play shooting guard.
Some mixed news for Wilkes County citizens today, as the State Attorney General has released the annual list of Crime Statistics. Here in Wilkes, property crimes, such as larceny and burglary actually went down in 2005, with 2602 reported in the area. That’s down from the year before, as 2657 property crimes were reported in 2004. Violent crime however is on the rise, according to the attorney general’s report. In Wilkes this past year, there were 261 violent crimes reported, covering incidents such as murder, rape, robbery and aggravated assault. The rise in violent crime was marked across North Carolina, as the state saw a 9.5% increase in homicides alone last year, with the number climbing from 508 in 2004 to 582 by the end of 2005.
Despite the climb in statistics, North Carolina still has a 22% lower homicide rate over this same period a decade ago.
Commissioners To Get Economic Update
County Commissioners will hold their meeting tonight and will focus mainly on economics. Economic Development Director Don Alexander will present his report to the commissioners, updating them on the different projects going on in Wilkes County. Also County Manager Gary Page will present the 2006-2007 budget for approval and the contracts for both Moravian Falls and Broadway Volunteer Fire Department will be discussed. The public hearing is set for 6:45pm and the actual meeting will get underway at 7pm, in the commissioners’ room of the county office building.
Deputies Bust Crack House In Moravian Falls
Sheriff’s deputies went out to a home in Moravian Falls Sunday night, discovering drugs and money inside. Responding on a tip, deputies got a search warrant and went to the home on Barr Street. Once inside, they found a glass jar that held six grams of cocaine. Also a marijuana cigarette was uncovered, along with $682 in cash. 64-yr-old Homer Wayne was arrested and charged with drug possession with intent to sell & distribute along with maintaining a dwelling for the sale of drugs.
Just Walked In To Do Some Shopping
Thieves broke into a house on the Oak Grove Extension this weekend to do some shopping. The homeowner returned to find his back door had been pried open and the computer missing from inside. Nothing else was taken or even touched inside the residence. There is a suspect in the case and deputies are continuing the investigation.
Car Stolen From Local Home
It’s never a good idea to leave your keys inside the car. A Ronda woman found that out the hard way Saturday night, as thieves drove off with her vehicle. She had parked the car at her home on Luffman Road and then went inside. About an hour later, there was a noise outside and her car was pulling out of the driveway. Highway Patrol officers discovered the vehicle shortly after, wrecked and abandoned on Macedonia Church Road. An estimated $2500 in damage had been done and deputies are continuing the investigation.
3WC Healthwatch: Better Living Through Chocolate
It turns out eating chocolate might not be a bad idea, as we explain in today’s 3WC Healthwatch. Chocolate can actually be good for you, according to a study recently done in the Netherlands. The study, examined 470 men age 65 and older and found that those who ate the equivalent of 1/3 of a chocolate bar each day had lower blood pressure. That includes things like chocolate pudding and hot coca drinks, as well as the candy. It’s believed that flavanols, particles found in the chocolate, increase nitric oxide in the bloodstream and improve the way blood vessels function. However the doctors warn that while a little chocolate can be healthy, too much can cause health problems.
Gun Taken From Local Man’s Truck
Be careful what you keep inside your vehicle. That’s the lesson a Moravian Falls man learned over the weekend, after thieves broke into his truck. The vehicle had been parked at the man’s home on Old Orchard Road in Moravian Falls, however he had left it unlocked and forgot a few things inside, namely a Rossi .38 caliber revolver. He came back out Saturday morning to find the glove box was open and the gun missing. That investigation continues.
Local Business Targeted By Thieves
Deputies were called out to a business in Millers Creek over the weekend, after several would be thieves targeted the VIP Laserwash. Employees came in early Friday morning to find that someone had attempted to pry open the control units, which help operate the self-service carwash. They were apparently looking to gain access to the money stored inside but weren’t able to get the job done, instead causing several hundred dollars in damage. The investigation is ongoing.
Always Lock Up Before You Leave
Thieves walked right into a North Wilkesboro man’s storage building this weekend, leaving with a $3000 carburetor. The building had been left unlocked and it appears that thieves came in and took what they wanted. There is however a suspect in the case, with a name and description provided to deputies. The investigation continues.
State News
State Jobless Climb Thanks To Grads
North Carolina’s unemployment rate climbed as we hit the end of May, rising to 4.6%. That’s up from 4.3%, where it stood at the end of April. ESC officials are putting the blame on students for the hike in unemployment, as both college and high school grads are out looking for work. With the increased number of people in the market, the jobless rate is back to where it stood in February and officials aren’t sure when or if it’ll be able to bounce back.
Former Nurse Accused Of Stealing Patients’ ID
A former nurse is facing jail time today, after being convicted of stealing her patients’ information. 53-yr-old Susan Pugh White was arrested earlier this year and charged with stealing personal information from her patients at Randolph Hospital. She then took the information and used it to run up an estimated $60,000 in credit card debt. White has now been found guilty and sentenced to two years and ten months in federal prison, after telling the judge she doesn’t remember committing any of the crimes.
Picking Up The Pieces In Salisbury
Officials at Dan Nicholas Park are still picking up the pieces today, more than a year after sections of the area burned down. An arsonist torched the park’s petting zoo, causing an estimated $30,000 in damage and killing most of the animals. However with the help of donations from across the U.S., the park in Salisbury North Carolina is rebuilding. Zoos from around the country have called in, offering to give replacement animals and people have raised $17,000 to go towards the project. The park hopes to be reopened later this year and as a precaution, it will include both security cameras and a sprinkler system, to guarantee that the arsonist can’t strike again.
Highway Patrol Heading For The Mountains
North Carolina’s Highway Patrol is heading to the mountains. Additional Highway Patrol units are being sent out to the mountain counties, to help in slowing down drivers. Speeding has become a major issue in the North Carolina mountains this summer, as the number of both motorcycle accidents and deaths has risen. The main focus for Patrol officers will be US Hwy 129, known in biking circles as the “Tail of the Dragon”. It starts in Tennessee and then winds through the North Carolina mountains, with 318 curves in between.
Sports Headlines
Wilkes Players Fill Up Baseball’s All-Conference List
Taking a look at the high school scene, the All Conference teams have been announced in spring sports, with several Wilkes County players making the list. In baseball, Chris Roberts made the all conference list for North Wilkes, joined by Garrett Absher, Zach Broyhill, Caleb Johnson and Josh White from Wilkes Central. In the Northwest 1-A Noah Johnson from East Wilkes made the cut, along with Chris Barger, Justin Spears, Drew Ward and Josh Zumbrook from West Wilkes. Several Blackhawks also picked up awards, as Drew Ward was named the Northwest 1-A player of the year and his teammate James Absher was chosen as conference tournament MVP. Blackhawks Coach Daniel Ward was named Coach of the Year in the conference. Four local players also made it on the Honorable Mention list. They were Nathan Byrd and Chad Garrett from Wilkes Central, along with Adam Speaks and Brent Whittington from North Wilkes.
Soccer Lists Loaded With Wilkes County Kids
In high school soccer, players from all four schools made All-Conference. For Wilkes Central, it was Allee Olson, Leslie Warren, Annie Gustafson, Emily Gustafson, Tiffany Ashley and Katie Andreski making the team. Andreski was also named Player of the Year in the Mountain Valley Conference. Emily Billings and Erika Dowell also made the list for North Wilkes while Wilkes Central players Sabrina Ashley, Barbara Gray, Courtney Hibbard, Katie Horrell and Merrie Levi all made the honorable mention list. Lady Eagles Coach Uwe Ehrilich was chosen as the Mountain Valley’s Coach of the Year after leading his team to the state championship game. In the Northwest 1-A, Cristine Hamlin, Selena Holleman, Lindsay Mize, Kasi Shew and Amanda Williams were named to the all-conference squad from East Wilkes. Williams also was named the Conference Player of the Year. West Wilkes had five girls on the list, with Patricia Clay, Angelica Nichols, Kassie Oller, Lauren Overton and Jessica Whitby being honored. Lady Blackhawks Coach Carsten Lyck also received the Coach of the Year award.
Softball, Tennis And Golf Players Make The List
Wilkes county players also made the list in other sports as well. In golf, West Wilkes’ Daniel Walsh was named to the Northwest 1-A All Conference team, while Grayson Cheek from Wilkes Central received honorable mention in the Mountain Valley 2-A. In softball, Nicole Lopez from North Wilkes landed a spot in the Mountain Valley 2-A list, with honorable mention going to her teammate Kimberly Triplett and also Andrea Jarman from Wilkes Central. Also in softball, the all conference list in the Northwest 1-A included East Wilkes Lady Cardinals player Jeannie Blevins, along with Adrian Collins and Brittany Parsons. In tennis, Wilkes Central had four players on the all conference team. They were Phillip Brame, Zeb Campbell, Andrew Huggins and Jay Snipes. Phillip Brame also received Player of the Year honors in the conference while Central coach Perry Snipes shared Coach of the Year honors with Dustin Webb from Surry Central. North Wilkes also had two tennis players making the list in Cody Poplin and Nathan Poteat. In the Northwest 1-A, it was Elliot Johnson, David Murphy, Brent Poplin and Kyle Welburn making the all conference squad from East Wilkes. Their teammates Ryan Emric and Bret Lyon received honorable mention.
Track All Conference List Includes Wilkes Players
Finally for track and field, several Wilkes County players made the list. In the Mountain Valley Conference, it was Nick Whittington and Loren Meador representing Wilkes Central. Their teammates Greg Howell, Josh Oliver, Justin Watkins and Aaron Wilkins received honorable mention, along with Josh Johnson and Dustin Probst from North Wilkes. On the girls side of the conference, it was Kayla Branciforte and Ashley Wilcox making the list for North Wilkes, as Ashley was also named of the Conference Athletes of the Year. For Wilkes Central, it was Lindsey Groce, Mattie Hayes, Erin Koon, Dierdra Morrison, Danielle Weston and Amy Will making the list. Their teammates Alex Hayes and Melinda Lackey received honorable mention. Over in the Northwest 1-A conference, the East Wilkes Cardinals had 11 players making the list. Eric Blackburn, Ryan Blackburn, Nathan Bryan, Derek Cleary, Chas Deal, Kevin Dobbins, Lance Householder, Nathan Jordan, David Shew, Derek Shoemaker and Landon Walker represented East High on the All Conference team. They were joined by Steven Branch, Wesley Scercy and Trey Bryan of West Wilkes. On the girls side, it was Anna Hayes and Amanda Williams representing East with Amanda Davis, Melanie Frye, Tiffany Upchurch and Meredith Wingler joining them from West Wilkes. Amanda Davis of the Lady Blackhawks was also named as the Conference Athlete of the Year.
Heels Move On To Next Round
Switching gears to college baseball, the Carolina Tarheels are moving on to the next round of the College World Series. Now all they have to do is wait and find out who they’ll be playing. The Heels take the field Wednesday afternoon at 5pm, however their opponent has yet to be determined. They’ll face off against the winner of tonight’s game between the Clemson Tigers and Cal State Fullerton. The winner plays Carolina and the loser’s season is finished.
State Lands Another Prospect
On the college basketball scene, NC State has landed another prospect for 2007. Farnold Degand, a guard from Iowa State, has announced his plans to transfer and join the Wolfpack for the 2007-2008 season. Degand was a redshirt with Iowa State last year and is described as a quick and very athletic 6’4 ft. guard who’s able to run the point and also play shooting guard.
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Sunday, June 18, 2006
News & Sports For June 19th
Local Woman Falls Victim To Fraud
A Wilkesboro woman got a surprise last week when accessing her bank account. Several hundred dollars had been withdrawn from the account without her knowledge. It turns out that she had invited a friend over to her house earlier in the week and when that person left, he took her debit card with him. The name of the thief and his address were turned over to sheriff’s deputies. That investigation continues.
Vandals Target Local Man’s Truck
Vandals targeted a North Wilkesboro man’s truck last week. He walked out of a residence on Hwy 16 North, where he had been visiting a friend, only to find that someone had damaged his vehicle. $100 in damage was done to the man’s truck, with scratches covering the entire passenger side. However despite the damage, no one in the area could recall hearing or seeing anyone near the vehicle. That investigation is ongoing.
3WC Techwatch: Must See TV
A new creation could soon be affecting what you watch on TV, as we explain in today’s 3WC Techwatch. Researchers at Phillips Electronics have developed a new type of technology that may start being built into new television sets. For a fee, it would allow the broadcast networks to literally freeze the channel when a show goes to commercial, making it impossible for the person sitting at home to channel surf. Officials with Phillips said that the only way people would be allowed to change channels on the new system is if they paid some sort of fee directly to the network, in exchange for a password. If all goes according to plan, these new “pay per view” tvs could hit stores next year.
Medicine Stolen From Ferguson Home
Thieves broke into a home in Ferguson late last week, running off with almost one thousand dollars in merchandise. It was unclear how the thieves managed to get inside, as there was no damage done and no sign of a break-in. However missing from inside was $800 in pain medication along with a set of binoculars and four pocket knives. There are suspects in the case however, as two people were seen running from the home. Their names and descriptions were given over to deputies and the investigation continues.
Wal-Mart Orders Recall Of Rocking Chairs
It could be dangerous to lean back in your rocking chair, if you recently bought it from Wal-Mart. The company has ordered a recall of an estimated 643,000 Mainstay love seats and porch rocking chairs. This is due to a problem in the furniture’s construction that can cause it to fracture in places and possibly become unstable. So far there have been 45 reported injuries across the country due to the problem, some serious enough to involve hospital care. Three models of rocking chairs are involved in the recall. They are the Mainstays Love Seat Rocker, which has a model number of IT-13380 and is wooden & white in color. Also two versions of the Mainstays Porch Rockers, which was sold in either white or light brown. The models included are IT-13379 and IT-13270. In all three cases, you can find the model number by looking on the rocker’s packaging or any sticker it may still have on it. Customers are asked to return the rockers for a full refund and you can get more information by calling Wal-Mart at 1-800-925-6278.
Tools Taken From Local Home
A homeowner on Shew Ridge Mission Road called deputies late last week after thieves broke into her shed. The woman had been out of town for a few weeks and returned to find over $600 worth of tools missing. It appears that thieves just opened up the shed’s doors and walked in, running off with several grinders, a socket wrench, some buffers and other tools that belonged to the woman’s now deceased husband. There is however a suspect in the case and deputies are continuing the investigation.
Ronda Man’s Tractor Damaged
Deputies were called out to a Ronda man’s home on Thursday, after his tractor was damaged by vandals. The man had left the vehicle on the side of River Bottom Road, as he was doing logging work. When he returned to pick it up, the front end had been damaged and the vehicle wouldn’t start. An estimated $1000 worth of damage was done and deputies are continuing the investigation.
Always Keep Your Car Locked
It’s never a good idea to leave your car unlocked. A Millers Creek man found out why over the weekend, as he parked the car at his house and went inside. The next day, he walked out of the residence on Foothills Drive to find the car’s stereo was gone. There is however a suspect in the case, as deputies talked to some people in the neighborhood and they were informed about a man trying to sell an identical car stereo that same day. The man’s name and description were turned over to deputies and the investigation continues.
Regional News
Wreck Near Elkin Kills One And Injures Another
One man is dead today and another is in the hospital after a wreck Friday night near Elkin. Highway patrol officers say that just after 8pm on Friday, a tractor trailer broke down in the left lane of I-77 South just north of Elkin. The driver started making phone calls to get help while her partner went outside to put up reflective cones to warn off other drivers. However as the partner set out cones, another truck came speeding down the highway and couldn’t stop in time. The truck hit Orlando Walker, who was then drug underneath the vehicle as it hit the other truck and went over the guardrail. The second driver was slightly injured as his truck went up in flames and Walker was killed at the scene. The driver of the first truck walked away uninjured. It took until early Saturday morning to clear away the debris and reopen I-77.
More Development Coming To Caldwell County
Good news for people in Caldwell County today, as more money could soon be coming in. Itera Development Strategies announced plans last week to build a resort style development in the area. The area will contain 1775 homes & condominiums, along with a fishing lodge, golf course, several swimming pools, a man made trail and an equestrian center. The Round Mountain Lake development will go before county commissioners tonight for a vote and if approved, construction would begin almost immediately.
The Board Says No On Bonds For Alleghany
When Alleghany County voters go to the polls in November, it’ll be surprising what’s not on the ballot. County officials announced last week that they’re not going to hold a referendum on school bonds, saying that the timing is all wrong. Back in May, county commissioners had approved a referendum in order to possibly get enough money to build a new middle school. Now that idea has been tossed and officials aren’t sure when a new school will be in the plans.
State News
Earthquake Provides Wake Up Call In Franklin
Residents of several western counties here in North Carolina saw the ground shake before they went to bed Thursday night. An earthquake, measuring 3.1 on the Richter scale, hit parts of North Carolina and Tennessee, stretching from Franklin all the way to Bryson City. The incident happened just before 9pm Thursday night and marked the seventh such tremor felt in North Carolina this year. No major damage was reported and the National Earthquake Information Center said that all things considered, this was a minor event.
Winston Business Ditching Workers
Bad news today for workers at one Winston Salem business, as they’ll soon be unemployed. Aon (E-on) Consulting announced plans over the weekend to terminate the jobs of over 100 programmers and processors. Despite a profit margin of an estimated $10 billion last year, company officials said they were losing money. The jobs are going to be transferred to overseas offices starting in September.
Sports Headlines
UNC Advances In College World Series
The UNC Tarheels are moving on to the next round of the College World Series. On Sunday, the Heels knocked off the #1 seed Clemson Tigers, shutting them out 2-0.
Lowe Getting Set To Take Reigns At State
This morning is an important date for Wolfpack fans. As of today, Sidney Lowe officially takes over the reigns of NC State’s men’s basketball program. The reason it took so long is that Lowe first had to get his bachelor’s degree, which he completed over the last two weeks. Already the new coach has made his mark on the team, landing his first commitment. 7’2 ft. 245 lb. center Bartosz Lewandowski has agreed to join the Wolfpack. Lewandowski comes over from Bridgton Academy in Maine, where he averaged 12 points and 7 rebounds a game and he’s also a member of the Polish National Team, which plays in the Olympics.
Jordan Becomes Part Owner Of Bobcats
The Charlotte Bobcats have linked themselves with NBA history, with the introduction of a new owner. Bobcats owner Robert Johnson has sold part of his stake in the team to former Chicago Bulls and UNC Tarheel star Michael Jordan. Under terms of the agreement, Jordan will take over as managing partner for the team’s basketball operations, as he’ll be working with GM Bernie Bickerstaff on signing draft picks and free agents.
Hurricanes Lose Game Six
On the ice this weekend, the Carolina Hurricanes had a setback in their quest for the Stanley Cup. The Hurricanes lost Game Six to Edmonton as they were blown out 4-0. The series is tied 3-3 with the final match set for tonight in Raleigh.
Panthers Taking Aim At The Super Bowl
In the NFL, the Carolina Panthers won’t be happy just to make the playoffs this season. The team wrapped up summer practice last week and as they were leaving, several players told reporters they had one goal in mind: to win the Super Bowl. QB Jake Delhomme, cornerback Ken Lucas and defensive end Mike Rucker all told the media that it’s not enough just to make it. Now that they’ve had a taste of the big game, they want to bring back the Lombardi Trophy to North Carolina. Players get a six week vacation and then report to training camp on July 28th.
NASCAR Results
Rain interrupted Sunday’s race at Michigan International, but not before a winner was crowned. Kasey Kahne took the checkered flag in the 3M Performance 400, surviving a day filled with wrecks and caution flags. Kahne finished just inches ahead of 2nd place Carl Edwards. Dale Earnhardt Jr. was third, Greg Biffle came in fourth and Reed Sorenson rounded out the top five. Drivers now head up to Infineon Raceway for the Dodge Save Mart 350.
A Wilkesboro woman got a surprise last week when accessing her bank account. Several hundred dollars had been withdrawn from the account without her knowledge. It turns out that she had invited a friend over to her house earlier in the week and when that person left, he took her debit card with him. The name of the thief and his address were turned over to sheriff’s deputies. That investigation continues.
Vandals Target Local Man’s Truck
Vandals targeted a North Wilkesboro man’s truck last week. He walked out of a residence on Hwy 16 North, where he had been visiting a friend, only to find that someone had damaged his vehicle. $100 in damage was done to the man’s truck, with scratches covering the entire passenger side. However despite the damage, no one in the area could recall hearing or seeing anyone near the vehicle. That investigation is ongoing.
3WC Techwatch: Must See TV
A new creation could soon be affecting what you watch on TV, as we explain in today’s 3WC Techwatch. Researchers at Phillips Electronics have developed a new type of technology that may start being built into new television sets. For a fee, it would allow the broadcast networks to literally freeze the channel when a show goes to commercial, making it impossible for the person sitting at home to channel surf. Officials with Phillips said that the only way people would be allowed to change channels on the new system is if they paid some sort of fee directly to the network, in exchange for a password. If all goes according to plan, these new “pay per view” tvs could hit stores next year.
Medicine Stolen From Ferguson Home
Thieves broke into a home in Ferguson late last week, running off with almost one thousand dollars in merchandise. It was unclear how the thieves managed to get inside, as there was no damage done and no sign of a break-in. However missing from inside was $800 in pain medication along with a set of binoculars and four pocket knives. There are suspects in the case however, as two people were seen running from the home. Their names and descriptions were given over to deputies and the investigation continues.
Wal-Mart Orders Recall Of Rocking Chairs
It could be dangerous to lean back in your rocking chair, if you recently bought it from Wal-Mart. The company has ordered a recall of an estimated 643,000 Mainstay love seats and porch rocking chairs. This is due to a problem in the furniture’s construction that can cause it to fracture in places and possibly become unstable. So far there have been 45 reported injuries across the country due to the problem, some serious enough to involve hospital care. Three models of rocking chairs are involved in the recall. They are the Mainstays Love Seat Rocker, which has a model number of IT-13380 and is wooden & white in color. Also two versions of the Mainstays Porch Rockers, which was sold in either white or light brown. The models included are IT-13379 and IT-13270. In all three cases, you can find the model number by looking on the rocker’s packaging or any sticker it may still have on it. Customers are asked to return the rockers for a full refund and you can get more information by calling Wal-Mart at 1-800-925-6278.
Tools Taken From Local Home
A homeowner on Shew Ridge Mission Road called deputies late last week after thieves broke into her shed. The woman had been out of town for a few weeks and returned to find over $600 worth of tools missing. It appears that thieves just opened up the shed’s doors and walked in, running off with several grinders, a socket wrench, some buffers and other tools that belonged to the woman’s now deceased husband. There is however a suspect in the case and deputies are continuing the investigation.
Ronda Man’s Tractor Damaged
Deputies were called out to a Ronda man’s home on Thursday, after his tractor was damaged by vandals. The man had left the vehicle on the side of River Bottom Road, as he was doing logging work. When he returned to pick it up, the front end had been damaged and the vehicle wouldn’t start. An estimated $1000 worth of damage was done and deputies are continuing the investigation.
Always Keep Your Car Locked
It’s never a good idea to leave your car unlocked. A Millers Creek man found out why over the weekend, as he parked the car at his house and went inside. The next day, he walked out of the residence on Foothills Drive to find the car’s stereo was gone. There is however a suspect in the case, as deputies talked to some people in the neighborhood and they were informed about a man trying to sell an identical car stereo that same day. The man’s name and description were turned over to deputies and the investigation continues.
Regional News
Wreck Near Elkin Kills One And Injures Another
One man is dead today and another is in the hospital after a wreck Friday night near Elkin. Highway patrol officers say that just after 8pm on Friday, a tractor trailer broke down in the left lane of I-77 South just north of Elkin. The driver started making phone calls to get help while her partner went outside to put up reflective cones to warn off other drivers. However as the partner set out cones, another truck came speeding down the highway and couldn’t stop in time. The truck hit Orlando Walker, who was then drug underneath the vehicle as it hit the other truck and went over the guardrail. The second driver was slightly injured as his truck went up in flames and Walker was killed at the scene. The driver of the first truck walked away uninjured. It took until early Saturday morning to clear away the debris and reopen I-77.
More Development Coming To Caldwell County
Good news for people in Caldwell County today, as more money could soon be coming in. Itera Development Strategies announced plans last week to build a resort style development in the area. The area will contain 1775 homes & condominiums, along with a fishing lodge, golf course, several swimming pools, a man made trail and an equestrian center. The Round Mountain Lake development will go before county commissioners tonight for a vote and if approved, construction would begin almost immediately.
The Board Says No On Bonds For Alleghany
When Alleghany County voters go to the polls in November, it’ll be surprising what’s not on the ballot. County officials announced last week that they’re not going to hold a referendum on school bonds, saying that the timing is all wrong. Back in May, county commissioners had approved a referendum in order to possibly get enough money to build a new middle school. Now that idea has been tossed and officials aren’t sure when a new school will be in the plans.
State News
Earthquake Provides Wake Up Call In Franklin
Residents of several western counties here in North Carolina saw the ground shake before they went to bed Thursday night. An earthquake, measuring 3.1 on the Richter scale, hit parts of North Carolina and Tennessee, stretching from Franklin all the way to Bryson City. The incident happened just before 9pm Thursday night and marked the seventh such tremor felt in North Carolina this year. No major damage was reported and the National Earthquake Information Center said that all things considered, this was a minor event.
Winston Business Ditching Workers
Bad news today for workers at one Winston Salem business, as they’ll soon be unemployed. Aon (E-on) Consulting announced plans over the weekend to terminate the jobs of over 100 programmers and processors. Despite a profit margin of an estimated $10 billion last year, company officials said they were losing money. The jobs are going to be transferred to overseas offices starting in September.
Sports Headlines
UNC Advances In College World Series
The UNC Tarheels are moving on to the next round of the College World Series. On Sunday, the Heels knocked off the #1 seed Clemson Tigers, shutting them out 2-0.
Lowe Getting Set To Take Reigns At State
This morning is an important date for Wolfpack fans. As of today, Sidney Lowe officially takes over the reigns of NC State’s men’s basketball program. The reason it took so long is that Lowe first had to get his bachelor’s degree, which he completed over the last two weeks. Already the new coach has made his mark on the team, landing his first commitment. 7’2 ft. 245 lb. center Bartosz Lewandowski has agreed to join the Wolfpack. Lewandowski comes over from Bridgton Academy in Maine, where he averaged 12 points and 7 rebounds a game and he’s also a member of the Polish National Team, which plays in the Olympics.
Jordan Becomes Part Owner Of Bobcats
The Charlotte Bobcats have linked themselves with NBA history, with the introduction of a new owner. Bobcats owner Robert Johnson has sold part of his stake in the team to former Chicago Bulls and UNC Tarheel star Michael Jordan. Under terms of the agreement, Jordan will take over as managing partner for the team’s basketball operations, as he’ll be working with GM Bernie Bickerstaff on signing draft picks and free agents.
Hurricanes Lose Game Six
On the ice this weekend, the Carolina Hurricanes had a setback in their quest for the Stanley Cup. The Hurricanes lost Game Six to Edmonton as they were blown out 4-0. The series is tied 3-3 with the final match set for tonight in Raleigh.
Panthers Taking Aim At The Super Bowl
In the NFL, the Carolina Panthers won’t be happy just to make the playoffs this season. The team wrapped up summer practice last week and as they were leaving, several players told reporters they had one goal in mind: to win the Super Bowl. QB Jake Delhomme, cornerback Ken Lucas and defensive end Mike Rucker all told the media that it’s not enough just to make it. Now that they’ve had a taste of the big game, they want to bring back the Lombardi Trophy to North Carolina. Players get a six week vacation and then report to training camp on July 28th.
NASCAR Results
Rain interrupted Sunday’s race at Michigan International, but not before a winner was crowned. Kasey Kahne took the checkered flag in the 3M Performance 400, surviving a day filled with wrecks and caution flags. Kahne finished just inches ahead of 2nd place Carl Edwards. Dale Earnhardt Jr. was third, Greg Biffle came in fourth and Reed Sorenson rounded out the top five. Drivers now head up to Infineon Raceway for the Dodge Save Mart 350.
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