DURHAM — Oprah Winfrey will deliver the 2009 commencement address at Duke University in Durham. Duke President Richard Brodhead said Monday that Winfrey will speak Sunday, May 10. He described the talk show host and philanthropist as “one of the most compelling figures of this time.” Winfrey also will receive an honorary doctor of humane letters degree at the commencement…
Monday night New Hanover County schools will hold its second public forum on redistricting. Parents will get to voice their opinions and concerns at Eaton Elementary starting at 6:30 p.m.
The auto industry may be feeling the ongoing economic crisis the worst. Manufacturers from Ford to Toyota are seeing sales decline as banks tighten up on credit. It is becoming much harder to make that sale, since some customers being denied loans.
The earth is slowly warming up; it is a fact. The cause is heat-trapping, or gases accumulating in the atmosphere. This gradual increase in temperature is what we call global warming, and this warming is causing ocean temperatures to rise.
Riders revved their engines to raise breast cancer awareness at Britt Motorsports Sunday. While some were out just to show support, others had personal reasons to ride.
Michelle Obama is planning a visit to Jacksonville Tuesday. She will host a community event for military families at Jacksonville Commons Recreation Center.
Barack Obama spoke to thousands of supporters who filled a high school football stadium in Asheville.
Wilmington Police arrived at the 900 block of South 7th Street Friday evening, and found the men arguing over a stolen 38-revolver.
Volunteers got up early Saturday morning to keep Brunswick County beautiful.
Several local church groups banded together Sunday for an anti-abortion demonstration.
After pleading guilty in June, Ron Hewett will finally learn his sentence to felony obstruction of justice.
The Charlotte Bobcats scrimmaged at UNC Wilmington on Sunday. The black team won 56 to 47, but it was not a night to scoreboard watch.
When you go to church you do not usually bring your pets, but today dozens of pet owners brought their furry friends to church for a blessing.
The Riverfest fun continued Sunday. Whether they were singing, dancing, or just enjoying a bite to eat, people were enjoying the festivities at Riverfest all weekend.
Congress has passed the $700 billion financial industry rescue plan. President Bush wasted no time signing it into law.
The current state of the economy has banks tightening up their restrictions on issuing loans. This means it may be more difficult for you to get a loan, but do not give up there are other ways.