Archives: 2008
Georgia-Pacific plant laying off 400 employees
The Georgia-Pacific Lumber and Plywood Plant in Whiteville has announced it will be laying off 400 employees. The news is not good, and obviously has Whiteville residents concerned.
Factors in your credit score
Many people may not know what their credit score is. Some do not have any credit at all. But as we have seen, in the American economy, credit makes the world go round.
Fayetteville soldier stabbed to death
The husband of a Fayetteville soldier found stabbed to death near her home has been arrested in connection to her death.
Bruce Cavenaugh donates Disabled American Veteran’s van
The newest Disabled American Veteran’s van was dedicated at the Bruce Cavenaugh Superstore. It will be used to take disabled and sick veterans to their doctor’s appointments.
New Hanover County Library book sale
If you are looking to grow your library without shrinking your budget, the New Hanover County Library is holding a used book sale this weekend.
Congressman McIntyre votes ‘no’ on rescue plan
Congressman Mike McIntyre was one of the critics that said the final bill contained too many unnecessary ‘pork projects’. He released a statement after voting no on the rescue plan, stating the bill was unsatisfactory in four ways:
Fewer NC students pass end-of-year reading test
RALEIGH — Far fewer North Carolina students passed end-of-the-year reading tests this year, as the test became harder. The News & Observer of Raleigh reported the test was given to students in grades 3 through 8 last spring. The newspaper reported Friday that fewer schools are likely to meet the progress goals under the federal No Child Left Behind law…
NC man indicted on 33 counts of securities fraud
RALEIGH — North Carolina securities officials say a 51-year-old Wake County man has been indicted on 33 counts of securities fraud and other charges. Hugh Anthony Wilson of Morrisville was being held on $150,000 bail Thursday at the Orange County jail. There was no attorney listed for Wilson. Investigators with the Secretary of State’s securities division say nine victims lost…
North Carolina’s film incentives
A major topic of conversation during last week’s groundbreaking for Screen Gems new mega sound stage was North Carolina’s film incentives. These incentives have been a big factor in the rebirth of the production business in our area, and they may be in for an overhaul.
Wilmington Hilton Riverside chefs up before sunrise
Our Early Risers story today will go inside a Wilmington hotel to see what it is like to start cooking the eggs, long before the rooster crows.
Ronald Hewett to be sentenced Monday
Former Brunswick County Sheriff, Ronald Hewett, will be sentenced Monday in federal court on a felony charge of obstructing justice
Boseman, Lee debated Thursday night
The vice presidential candidates were not the only political opponents debating last night. Candidates running for the 9th District State Senate seat, Democratic incumbent Julia Boseman and Republican challenger Michael Lee also squared off in Wilmington.
Premature death and amount of sick leave linked
Calling in sick now and then is normal. But according to a British study, employees who take sick time for long periods more than once in three years are at higher risk of death than their co-workers who don’t take a lot of sick leave.
NAACP embarks on pilgrimage to Raleigh
Members of the North Carolina National Association for the Advancement of Colored People are embarking on a pilgrimage to the State Capitol. A group left today from Wilmington.
Cracking down on counterfeit goods
State and local law enforcement agents are cracking down on counterfeit goods in our area. The Secretary of State spoke on the subject today in Wilmington.
USS Squall and Captain Cathey arrive in Wilmington
The Navy warship USS Squall arrived in Wilmington Thursday. You will be able to tour it this weekend as a part of Riverfest. And if you are lucky, you will get the chance to meet its very unique captain.