Archives: 2008

Duke defends decision to dismiss Giuliani’s son

DURHAM — Duke University says the son of former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani was properly dismissed from the golf team and was never promised a spot on the squad. Andrew Giuliani sued Duke in July, claiming he was improperly cut from the team earlier this year and that the coach violated a contract he entered when he agreed to…

Panther Mania in Leland

videoThe football season is already started for the NFL. In Leland, it starts this weekend. The Leland Panthers hope to have as much success as the Carolina Panthers did in their season opener.

Billboard for missing person built

Three years have passed since a young Columbus County woman, Carol Marie Dowless, disappeared. Despite the time that’s passed, her family is still searching and praying for her return.

Troubleshooters: Oak Island budget concerns

videoOver the past few weeks, we have been telling you about concerns that residents in Brunswick County have with the Town of Oak Island. Now, the town’s former mayor is worried about the town’s skyrocketing budget.

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NC DOT imposes hiring freeze over money worries

RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Transportation has imposed a hiring freeze amid concerns over the budget and uncertainty about federal funds. A memo sent Tuesday by DOT human resources director Angela Faulk said the freeze will remain in effect until U.S. Transportation Secretary Mary E. Peters determines the future of funding as impacted by the Federal Highway Trust…

Grandparents as primary caregivers

Sunday, September 7th, was Grandparents Day, the day to honor our parent’s parents. The U.S. Census Bureau reports two and a half million grandparents have more responsibilities and are the primary caregivers for their grandchildren.

Federal agency: NC cement plant could harm wetlands

WILMINGTON — A federal agency says a proposed cement plant and quarry in coastal North Carolina wetlands could harm rare plant, animal and aquatic species, and should be built elsewhere. The Star-News of Wilmington reported Wednesday the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said the operation is being proposed in an ecologically unique area that might be irreplaceable. Titan American LLC…