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  • Antique event sees boost in business during recession

    Greensboro News & Record – 13 mins ago  

    HIGH POINT (MCT) — When jobless rates rise and money gets tight, some folks will look to an old, family heirloom like their grandmother's gold necklace to bring in the extra cash they need. That's the kind of trend antique buyers at the Great Treasure Hunt, in High Point until Saturday, have seen over and over again. read more Full Story »

  • Secure those holiday displays: It's going to be windy

    Greensboro News & Record – 58 mins ago  

    Hang onto your hats. Literally. The weather service wants you to make sure you've fastened items such as outdoor holiday displays in forecasting wind gusts of up to 40 mph today for parts of central North Carolina including the Triad. A wind advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service in Raleigh. read more Full Story »

  • County board reviews Clay Aiken vote challenge

    Greensboro News & Record – 1 hr 13 mins ago  

    RALEIGH (AP) — Clay Aiken received a lot of votes as an "American Idol" contestant and eventual runner-up. Now, it's his lone vote that's drawing attention. The Wake County Board of Elections scheduled a meeting Wednesday to examine a complaint questioning Aiken's voter registration in the county. It's unclear if he'll attend. read more Full Story »

  • Another N.C. lifer takes case for freedom to court

    Greensboro News & Record – 1 hr 13 mins ago  

    GOLDSBORO (AP) — Another North Carolina inmate who contends that he has acquired enough good behavior credits to complete his life sentence is taking his claims to court. read more Full Story »

  • Judge grants request to demolish historic saloon

    Greensboro News & Record – Wed Dec 9, 3:07 am ET  

    GREENSBORO — A Guilford County Superior Court judge granted the city’s request Tuesday to demolish a historic building on South Elm Street. The decision to tear down the former Cascade Saloon — it occupies a prominent spot beside the railroad tracks downtown — left parties on all sides shaking their heads. read more Full Story »

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The Alleghany News

  • REALITY CHECK

    The Alleghany News – Tue Dec 8, 9:15 pm ET  

    I took a stay-home day last Saturday as the snow started falling, taking the opportunity to get myself out of trouble and also spend a bit of time with the kids. Full Story »

  • McCall moves forward with Invis-A-Rack ladder rack invention

    The Alleghany News – Tue Dec 8, 9:02 pm ET  

    Donny McCall of Sparta has turned his practical solution to a personal need into a new product with strong financial potential for himself and others. Full Story »

  • Snowy Weekend

    The Alleghany News – Tue Dec 8, 9:02 pm ET  

    The annual Choose and Cut weekend turned out to be a snow day in Alleghany, with up to four inches of snow falling on Saturday. In the photo above, Rick, Cindy and Bailey Wilson of Winston-Salem pick out a tree. Full Story »

  • Edwards retiring from Piney Creek

    The Alleghany News – Tue Dec 8, 9:01 pm ET  

    After four-and-a-half years as principal at Piney Creek School and a combined 30 years in the field of education, Mike Edwards is retiring Dec. 31, with Dec. 18 being his last day of being with students. Full Story »

  • County accepts EMS sprinkler bid

    The Alleghany News – Tue Dec 8, 9:01 pm ET  

    The Alleghany County Board of Commissioners on Monday accepted a bid on a new sprinkler system for the Alleghany EMS building. Also at the meeting, the commissioners re-elected their leadership—Chairman Ken Richardson and Vice Chair Randy Miller. Full Story »

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Burlington Times-News

  • New ethics rules on tap for state boards, commissions

    Burlington Times-News – 14 mins ago  

    RALEIGH — New ethics rules are ahead for members of North Carolina's state boards and commissions. Gov. Beverly Perdue prepared to sign Wednesday executive orders her office says will strengthen ethics requirements for the panels. Executive... Full Story »

  • Swine flu vaccine now available to everyone in N.C.

    Burlington Times-News – 14 mins ago  

    RALEIGH — North Carolina health officials say there's now enough swine flu vaccine available for anyone who wants a shot to get one. Until now, limited vaccine supplies have been reserved for people at high risk for flu complications, including... Full Story »

  • Governor names ADA Nadolski to finish Johnson's term as DA

    Burlington Times-News – Tue Dec 8, 7:50 pm ET  

    GRAHAM — A new district attorney was named to Alamance County Tuesday. Gov. Bev Perdue announced that she appointed Assistant District Attorney Patrick Thomas Nadolski as the district attorney of the 15A Prosecutorial District. Nadolski will... Full Story »

  • Burr: Senate will pass a healthcare reform bill

    Burlington Times-News – Tue Dec 8, 6:50 pm ET  

    The Senate will pass a health care reform bill, but it could well come without a public option and enough reforms, says Sen. Richard Burr. “And I dare say that this process will conclude one of two ways: either starting over again, or (Senate... Full Story »

  • County's head librarian retiring

    Burlington Times-News – Tue Dec 8, 6:20 pm ET  

    An aversion to blood convinced Judy Clayton Cobb to look to books for her future. Her decision to help people through knowledge instead of nursing proved wise. After graduating Phi Beta Kappa with an English degree from the University of North... Full Story »

Asheboro Courier-Tribune

  • Home in need of roof replacement

    Asheboro Courier-Tribune – Wed Dec 9, 4:31 am ET  

    A local couple raising special-needs grandchildren have an immediate need for the roof of the home to be replaced. If you would like to donate the labor or supplies or provide financial assistance to help cover the cost of a roof replacement, please refer to Case #15. Full Story »

  • Officer cleared in Smith shooting

    Asheboro Courier-Tribune – Wed Dec 9, 4:31 am ET  

    ASHEBORO — The Archdale police officer thought the suspect was concealing a weapon behind his back. Full Story »

  • Medical equipment sought for child

    Asheboro Courier-Tribune – Wed Dec 9, 4:30 am ET  

    An area family with a chronically ill, disabled child is seeking assistance to purchase needed medical equipment. Unfortunately, this equipment is not covered by insurance and the family is on a limited income due to job loss. Full Story »

  • Sleigh full for fifth Christmas on Sunset

    Asheboro Courier-Tribune – Wed Dec 9, 4:30 am ET  

    ASHEBORO — Downtown Asheboro will become an old-fashioned setting for the fifth year when Christmas on Sunset is held Friday from 6-9 p.m. Full Story »

  • Readers Guide No. 613: How to ... Take Advantage of Surplus Property

    Asheboro Courier-Tribune – Wed Dec 9, 4:30 am ET  

    RALEIGH — As always, Santa’s helpers will find a wide range of goods at deep discounts at the Division of Surplus Property of the N.C. Department of Administration. Full Story »

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