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Archive - Sep 7, 2007

5th Quarter Scoreboard 9/7

Scores from Friday 9/7 Full story...

Man ordered to clean property harasses workers

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The Winnabow man ordered to clean up his property because it was deemed a junkyard couldn't get it done in time. And now he's under a court order to stay away from the people doing it. Full story...
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End of boxing program concerns Wilmington residents

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The closing of a popular boxing program has some Wilmington residents concerned. It's been a part of the community for decades. After more than 30 years, the city ended the Sherridale Morgan competitive boxing program. Some people who live near the Tenth Street gym said the program will be missed. Full story...
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Saturday is World Rabies Day

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Pet experts say World Rabies Day is a good time to make sure you're dog or cat has been vaccinated. More than 55,000 people die from rabies every year around the world. Full story...
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August job loss shocks economists

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There was good economic news in August, with strong retailing and manufacturing numbers. But there was also bad news: the Labor Department says 4,000 jobs were lost last month and that has caught economists by surprise. Full story...
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More turn to internet for medical advice

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An increasing number of people are turning to the internet to seek medical advice. They're affectionately called "cyber-chondriacs." According to one poll there were about 160 million of them in 2006. Full story...
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Latest nuclear sub coming to Wilmington

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The latest nuclear submarine in the United States Navy has a special connection with Wilmington. The commander of the USS North Carolina was in town Friday morning to unveil plans to bring the sub to the Port City. Full story...
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Cape Fear Memorial Bridge, Wrightsville Avenue to close for repairs

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If you're planning on taking the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge next week plan for detours. The bridge will close overnight from ten p.m. to six a.m. Monday through Friday. Workers will be changing the old electrical control system. Full story...
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Shelter opens for animals and owners

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While this storm is still churning in the Atlantic it's a good time to talk emergency planning. That includes having a plan ready for your pet. New Hanover County has a third shelter ready for pets in the event of an evacuation. And unlike the other shelters, this one will house both pets and their owners. Full story...
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Ex-Duke lacrosse prosecutor reports to jail

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Durham District Attorney Mike Nifong reported to jail today to serve a 24-hour sentence for contempt. Full story...
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Easley asks for more water restrictions amid worsening drought

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Governor Mike Easley wants all local governments to immediately enact voluntary or mandatory water restrictions. Full story...
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Edwards proposing anti-terrorism agency

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Democratic presidential hopeful John Edwards says countries should share intelligence as a part of an international organization fighting terrorism. Full story...
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Laney Art Students to work with Cameron Art Museum Artist in Residence

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Through a recent grant awarded by the North Carolina Arts Council, Laney High School ceramics program students will have the opportunity to work with the Cameron Art Museum’s artist-in-residence and master artist Hiroshi Sueyoshi at the Clay Studio. Full story...
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Kitchen Cops: 09/06/07

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Last month Spiro's Breakfast and Lunch Wn wilmington scored a 72.5. Two week's later, another chance, but many similar problems, including foods at the wrong temperature, food stored the wrong way and cleaning needed. A 13-point improvement. But the 85.5 means Spiro's is still a Kitchen Cops low performer. Full story...
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Congressional hopeful announces candidacy

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videoThursday Republican Will Breazeale announced his candidacy for Congress. He's the first republican to enter the race and challenge Democratic incumbent Mike McIntyre. Will Breazeale knows how to get around. The commercial airline pilot and Iraq war veteran flew to every county in the seventh district Thursday to announce his candidacy for congress. Full story...
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