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Archive - Mar 2007

Man charged with 30 DWIs in 20 years

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He's been charged with 30 DWIs in 20 years. Yet, each time he's been able to get another license. It's an interesting story. Dickinson says he had five or six licenses in different people's names, and you may be surprised how he got them. John Dickinson appeared in court Tuesday in Burgaw and pleaded guilty to a DWI charge. Full story...
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Health professionals want to put an end to fad diets

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It is National Nutrition month and some health professionals are promoting the end to fad diets by educating the community on living a healthy lifestyle. Full story...
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Wake Forest University applies to host presidential debate

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Wake Forest University wants to be in the middle of the 2008 race for The White House. Full story...
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NC State coach's son arrested

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The son of North Carolina State basketball coach Sidney Lowe was charged today with 22 counts in connection with two armed robberies. Sidney R. Lowe Jr. of Greensboro turned himself in Thursday to authorities. He was released on a $450,000 secured bond. Full story...
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Radio-controlled airplane recall

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There is a recall of some radio controlled model airplanes. The Sky Squadron model 4153 sold at Radio Shack and the Sky Rangers model 4161 sold at Wal-Mart have a battery problem. The planes can overheat while recharging the battery posing a fire hazard. Full story...
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International Port Delay

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A major delay for the proposed international port in Southport. The project could be on hold for another year. According to published reports, the Federal Government did not allocate money for a crucial feasibility study. And they won't be able to work it into the budget until next year. Full story...
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Wrightsville Beach switching to New Hanover County 911

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An important change is going into effect in Wrightsville Beach. You will no longer have to call the police in case of emergency. Instead, simply dial 9-1-1. Full story...
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Man pleads guilty to drunken driving

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A man who's been slipping through the cracks of North Carolina's legal system for more than 20 years pleaded guilty Tuesday to drunken driving. John Dickinson has used at least six different identities with law enforcement and has failed to appear in court at least 10 times. But Tuesday he was forced to show up. Full story...
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Black Widow makes court appearance

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The woman dubbed the "black widow" went to court Tuesday in Brunswick County. Church members were there to watch as she allegedly scammed out of hundreds of dollars. Full story...
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Hundreds gather to honor fallen firefighter

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Hundreds of family, friends and coworkers gathered to honor firefighter Billy Williams, a man dear to the fire department and the community. Full story...
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N.C. House panel agrees to divestment plan from Sudan

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A House bill calls for the state to sell any pension fund investments linked to Sudan's government or to bloodshed in the African nation. Full story...
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Panthers G Batiste arrested on weapons charge

Carolina Panthers reserve guard D'Anthony Batiste has been arrested and charged with carrying a concealed weapon -- a misdemeanor. Full story...

Housing market flooded with inventory

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Getting a mortgage isn't as easy as it was a year or two ago. It may be one reason why the housing market seems to be flooded with inventory these days. If you're thinking about buying a new home sometime soon good deals are getting easier to find. The housing market continues its slide, meaning good news for buyers. Full story...
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Banks cut check floating

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When you write your rent check, is there always enough money in there before you send it out? If the answer is no, local bank officials are warning, that might get you in to trouble in today's hi-tech day and age. Full story...
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Most callers to N.C. gambling helpline want lottery information, not help

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It's a lottery helpline set up to counsel those with gambling problems. But most callers have different needs. Full story...
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