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Thursday July 02
Laser Print Plus to expand in Thomasville THOMASVILLE – An official with Columbia, S.C.-based Laser Print Plus confirmed Wednesday that the company is in the process of expanding its operations to Thomasville.
Schools revisit funds GUILFORD COUNTY – The state started the new budget year Wednesday with a temporary spending plan that came as no surprise to school officials who adopted one last week while making plans to look at more budget cuts.
Hotel officially becomes Best Western HIGH POINT – The world’s largest hotel chain has secured a foothold in downtown High Point by officially taking over the site of the former Radisson.
A.M. Haire blames economic conditions for shutdown THOMASVILLE – A Thomasville company has closed with the hopes of reopening in the future.
Board suspends High Point doctor HIGH POINT – A local physician was sanctioned by a state board after an investigation found that he engaged in improper physical relationships with some of his patients.
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Wednesday July 01
Stabbing victim dies RANDOLPH COUNTY – A Randolph County man faces a murder charge after one of three people injured in a fight Monday died
Threshers’ Reunion kicks off at Denton FarmPark DENTON – Even at the age of 92, Jamestown resident Willard Moore finds a way to operate a steam shovel during the annual Southeast Old Threshers’ Reunion at the Denton FarmPark.
Local Fourth festivals planned TRIAD – Several fireworks shows are planned in Davidson and Randolph counties for Fourth of July.
‘Uncle Sam Jam’ kicks off Saturday HIGH POINT – High Point’s July Fourth celebration will feature children’s carnival rides, musical entertainment, food and beverage vendors and a fireworks show.
Craver won’t bend to petition against hiring of police chief ENTERPRISE STAFF WRITER THOMASVILLE – City Manager Kelly Craver, despite receiving a petition against his hire of a new police chief, said he has no intentions of reversing his decision to hire Jeffrey Insley as Thomasville’s top cop.
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Tuesday June 30
Mall aims to attract holiday shoppers TRIAD – Shopping locally will be an option for area residents who plan to celebrate the Fourth of July weekend at home.
Fireworks vendors hope for holiday with a bang HIGH POINT – With recession keeping more families at home for the July Fourth weekend, more backyards may have fireworks shows this year.
Farming continues to decline statewide TRIAD – While still a leader in farming, North Carolina’s footprint is shrinking. There are fewer farms, and farmland acreage continues to decrease statewide.
Board OKs smoking policy GUILFORD COUNTY – Health officials approved rules Monday that will make Piedmont Triad International Airport smoke-free on Sept. 1.
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Travel, sales fuse lit for 4th TRIAD – A slight drop in gas prices won’t conquer the economic uncertainty that is preventing many from hitting the road during the Fourth of July weekend, according to travel officials.
Monday June 29
Welcome change: Medical complexes boost economy HIGH POINT – Investments in major medical complexes in the city during the past year have provided a welcome change of pace from the recession sapping the overall local economy.
Furniture accessories shop gains spotlight HIGH POINT – A long-standing business in High Point has gained some national recognition for its services.
Midnight Basketball returns for 8th year HIGH POINT – Youngsters who take part in High Point’s upcoming Midnight Basketball program will do a lot more than shoot hoops.
Officials hail success of recycling event HIGH POINT – An event aimed at raising awareness about recycling household waste drew a strong response from the community, city officials said.
Randolph dominates Triad farming TRIAD – Randolph County continues to be a livestock and farming powerhouse, according to the 2007 farm census and state statistics, with more acres in farming and more farms producing leading shares of livestock and crops.
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Sunday June 28
Rain keeps recession from having great impact on farmers DENTON – Rain, rather than recession, has been a more important “R” word for many farmers this season.
Police say the number of break-ins has fallen HIGH POINT – Until recently, crime was never a problem for Kumi Pulaski’s N. Main Street business, House of Vacuums.
Family wants special-ed center to carry daughter's name GUILFORD COUNTY – A family with High Point roots has taken a keen interest in the naming of a new special-education center planned for the Jamestown Middle School campus.
Plane crash kills pilot ARCHDALE – The pilot of a small plane was killed when it crashed in Archdale Saturday morning.
Spring rains deliver mixed blessing TRIAD – Spring rains have banished the area’s rainfall deficit and delivered a mixed blessing to crops.
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Saturday June 27
STATE CITES ARC FACILITIES: Mental health regulators issue penalties for deficiencies Before you read... ---- The High Point Enterprise is reporting on penalties and deficiencies at two High Point area group homes of The Arc of High Point. Because The Arc clients are developmentally disabled individuals, the Enterprise isn’t identifying clients by name, gender or specific relation to family members and isn’t listing the name or address of the group homes to protect the clients’ privacy. HIGH POINT – State mental health regulators have issued penalties against a pair of group homes operated by The Arc of High Point, citing deficiencies that include improper oversight of medications, lack of supervision and – in once case – a worker who was under the influence of alcohol while transporting clients in a van.
School lunches to cost more GUILFORD COUNTY – A trip down the school cafeteria line will cost a little more next year.
Officials consider future of sheriff’s offices GUILFORD COUNTY – While dealing with flood damage from a June 3 storm, county officials also are considering the future of the downtown Greensboro sheriff’s department headquarters.
Unemployment tops 12 percent in May TRIAD – High Point set another job market milestone last month that it would have rather avoided.
Davidson cuts number of officers in schools LEXINGTON – Davidson County Schools will have no school resource officers at five of its middle schools for the 2009-10 school year.
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Friday June 26
SHUTTING ITS DOORS: Ciba to close High Point facility HIGH POINT – Negotiation packages from the city won’t be enough to keep Ciba Specialty Chemicals open in High Point, according to BASF, its new parent company.
NEW LAWMAN IN TOWN: Post fulfills dream for Archdale police chief ARCHDALE – For Darrell Gibbs, it has always been a dream to become a police chief.
Hospice medical director has heart to serve HIGH POINT – The ability to care for others seems to run in the genes of the new medical director at Hospice of the Piedmont.
Officials probe school’s health complaints GUILFORD COUNTY – Authorities have yet to find a “smoking gun” in their investigation of health complaints at Oak Ridge Elementary School.
Davidson County reports swine flu case DAVIDSON COUNTY – On the same day that a death in Guilford County was linked to the H1N1 virus, the Davidson County Health Department received its first report Wednesday of swine flu in the county.
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Thursday June 25
Board may up lunch fees GUILFORD COUNTY – The price of school lunches could go up 30 to 50 cents in the coming school year pending action by the Guilford County Board of Education tonight.
On the roof for a cause HIGH POINT – One High Point business will have a different look this weekend.
Stimulus road projects include ones in area TRIAD – The latest set of stimulus road projects announced Wednesday by Gov. Beverly Perdue includes work that will take place in the region.
City could regulate canopies HIGH POINT – The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval for an amendment that would allow the city to regulate membrane structures.
Randolph OKs budget with no tax hike RANDOLPH COUNTY – The Randolph County Board of Commissioners has approved a budget for the 2009-10 fiscal year that uses the majority of the county’s fund balance to prevent an increase in property taxes.
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Wednesday June 24
New police chief named ARCHDALE – The city of Archdale has a new police chief with plenty of experience in the Archdale Police Department.
Fire damages eatery HIGH POINT – An early morning fire Tuesday caused extensive damage to the south High Point Dunkin Donuts shop, though no one was injured in the blaze.
Chef brings unique Southern cuisine HIGH POINT – There’s a new restaurant in town that brings South Carolina’s Lowcountry cuisine to the High Point table.
Pre-market, Vegas go head-to-head HIGH POINT – The High Point pre-market is taking shape with new guests on this year’s roster as the battle between pre-market and the World Market Center in Las Vegas approaches this fall.
Change in law expands scope of benefits for jobless TRIAD – A change in the federal law that provides help to workers who lose jobs to foreign competition or outsourcing overseas could expand the number of people who receive assistance in the region and state.
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Tuesday June 23
Leveled out? Gas prices could begin to stabilize after 50 days of increases HIGH POINT – Even as the July Fourth holiday weekend approaches, the end to a jolting spike in gas prices finally may be in sight, according to industry experts.
Signs of the times: Health officials to consider posting smoking zone warnings GUILFORD COUNTY – Smokers may notice more no smoking signs this fall in public buildings and at Piedmont Triad International Airport if health officials approve proposed smoking ban regulations.
Guilford joins call for new Yadkin bridge GUILFORD COUNTY – The replacement of the Interstate 85 bridge over the Yadkin River has become a “matter of national security” for the Guilford County Board of Commissioners.
First Bank takes over failed Wilmington bank TRIAD – First Bancorp, the Piedmont-based banking company with branches in the High Point area, has stepped into the breach and taken over the assets and operation of a bank in eastern North Carolina that was closed by regulators late last week.
Unemployment benefits rise to record TRIAD – Federal and state governments appear to be relying heavily on the unemployment compensation system as the way to cope with hardship during a recession that may leave larger numbers of people out of work for longer periods of time.
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Monday June 22
Three more months: Inclement weather delays Miracle Field construction HIGH POINT – It will take about three more months of construction before the first pitch is thrown on the High Point Miracle Field that was scheduled to open earlier this month.
Ready to serve: New school board member banks on experience THOMASVILLE – Belinda Clark will become the Thomasville Board of Education’s newest member in July.
Watt to lead hearing on financial reform TRIAD – Rep. Mel Watt, D-12th and one of the congressmen who represents High Point, will have a front-row seat to the historic effort to reform the nation’s financial industry.
Previous changes muddle response to recession TRIAD – More than 10 years ago, leading politicians of both parties decided that America’s welfare system needed an overhaul to place more emphasis on finding work than receiving benefits.
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Grant to boost GTCC’s remedial program JAMESTOWN – The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and MDC Inc. have given Guilford Technical Community College a $743,000 three-year grant to expand groundbreaking remedial education programs that promise to boost the college completion rates of low-income and minority students.
Sunday June 21
OUT OF WORK: Impact is heavy on jobless, those trying to help HIGH POINT – Jamal Page’s predicament symbolizes the sobering reality confronting people desperately looking for work and the society that faces the task of helping those who can’t secure a job.
GOING GREEN: Furnitureland South unveils Eco-Link gallery JAMESTOWN – Furniture on display in the glass walkway that separates buildings at Furnitureland South on Business 85 looks much like items in the rest of the huge retail store.
Serving community, hotel chalks up awards HIGH POINT – Courtyard Marriott Hotel Manager Kevin Archer doesn’t treat his business like an average hotel establishment.
Moratorium on new flea markets OK’d THOMASVILLE – Thomasville officials said a one-year moratorium has been placed on new flea markets due to potential safety hazards.
Board says no to tax GUILFORD COUNTY – It happens rarely.
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Saturday June 20
Public gets new library next week HIGH POINT – The High Point Neal F. Austin Public Library soon will reach a key point in an ongoing expansion and renovation project.
Potential tax increase causes controversy HIGH POINT – Some locals are up in smoke about a proposed cigarette tax increase while others see the extra tax as a way to generate funds for the state.
Move means easier voting GUILFORD COUNTY – High Point voters who had to pass metal detector screening before voting at the county courthouse may have an easier time next year.
2 sentenced in robberies HIGH POINT – Two High Point men have been sentenced to federal prison terms in connection with a string of armed robberies.
Guilford cafeterias get high ratings GUILFORD COUNTY – Looking for the cleanest places to eat in the county?
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Friday June 19
Summer sizzle TRIAD – Talk about bringing summer in with sizzling style.
ANNEXATION AXED: City Council nixes resolution to consider possible expansion HIGH POINT – Residents on the outlying parts of the city who have no desire to become part of High Point scored a victory Thursday with a City Council decision regarding future annexations.
Planners suggest areas for HPU growth HIGH POINT – Tensions ran high among residents who could be affected by the projected growth of High Point University at a meeting Thursday night at Christ Memori
Noble’s leaving downtown location HIGH POINT – J. Basul Noble Restaurant, the fine dining restaurant that’s been a fixture downtown for a quarter of a century, will serve its last customers from its current location later this month.
Divided council passes budget HIGH POINT – The High Point City Council on Thursday adopted a budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1.
Thursday June 18
City offers more recycling data HIGH POINT – Area residents are aware that they can’t throw away plastic bottles beginning Oct. 1, but some still have one question.
COLD CAES, LITERALLY: Files damaged by water transferred to storage GUILFORD COUNTY – Some Guilford County cold case and other inactive criminal files damaged in a June 3 basement flood are getting the 22-degree cold chill.
Court upholds conviction in slaying HIGH POINT – The N.C. Court of Appeals has determined that a local man serving a prison sentence in connection with a 2005 slaying received a fair trial free of error.
WATER, SEWER COSTS SOAR: Archdale budget increases ARCHDALE – Archdale water and sewer customers will see increases on their bills in August, according to the city’s finance director.
Economic activity still sliding GUILFORD COUNTY – An economic report released Wednesday shows the recession has depressed about every major segment of the area economy, from housing and employment to consumer confidence and retail sales.
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Wednesday June 17
'TOO MUCH BAGGAGE': Davidson nixes Duracell, resumes search for jail site DAVIDSON COUNTY – Adding six sites to its list of potential locations for a new sheriff’s office and jail, Davidson County has decided to nix the Duracell site on U.S. 64 as its preferred site.
HOLD THE MOLD: Doctor says school’s ventilation to blame for health issues GUILFORD COUNTY – Oak Ridge Elementary School does not have a mold problem. It has a ventilation problem, according to the county’s medical director.
Police to use grant to fight domestic violence HIGH POINT – High Point Police Department officials will use a federal grant to help with research into an issue they plan to give special focus.
Thomasville hires police chief THOMASVILLE – Jeffrey Insley is going to be a little bit closer to where he started his career in law enforcement.
Dell brings back some workers WINSTON-SALEM – Dell Inc. has begun offering job recalls to some workers recently laid off from the company’s Winston-Salem plant.
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Tuesday June 16
Loss of Tyco plant saddens Wallburg officials WALLBURG – Wallburg officials said the loss of the Tyco plant on Gumtree Road will be a significant blow to their young town and Davidson County’s tax base.
Health board hashes out smoking ban regulations GUILFORD COUNTY – Health officials gave preliminary approval Monday to detailed smoking ban regulations for public buildings pending a June 29 public hearing.
Officials OK incentives proposal THOMASVILLE – Thomasville officials hope an economic incentives package offer of an estimated $35,000 over five years will be enough to entice a South Carolina business to locate to the Chair City.
Vote on hold: Council puts off annexation resolution HIGH POINT – The High Point City Council on Monday deadlocked on a measure that would lay the groundwork for future annexations by the city.
Unrest spreads: Analyst eyes Iran effect on oil, gas prices TRIAD – The political uncertainty in Iran probably won’t have a significant effect on oil and gas prices unless the dispute becomes a more sustained and volatile situation, an industry analyst said Monday.
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Monday June 15
Going green: State bans throwing away recyclable plastics HIGH POINT – Throwing plastic bottles into the trash will become illegal this fall in North Carolina.
Degrees give student new focus HIGH POINT – Jo Ellen Connors of High Point, who was named an outstanding graduate last month at Guilford Technical Community College, is like many GTCC graduates.
I-40 work begins TRIAD — The N.C. Department of Transportation today is set to begin work on a stretch of Interstate 40 in Forsyth County.
Recycling efforts could create new jobs HIGH POINT – North Carolina recycling director Scott Mouw thinks the new law banning plastic bottles, wooden pallets and oil filters from being thrown into the trash will do more than clean up landfills.
Three agency offices may move to center GUILFORD COUNTY – County officials may move three additional agency offices to the Centennial Center showroom, the proposed new home of the Department of Social Services in High Point.
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Sunday June 14
Save what's left of Allen Jay HIGH POINT – Allen Jay High School is unheard of and unknown to some, but its alumni want its memory to be preserved in the community.
'MOTHER' KNOWS BEST: Longtime police department administrator decides to retire THOMASVILLE – In her 18-year career of working at the Thomasville Police Department, Cookie Dancy considers herself as the last one to retire in the law enforcement agency’s long-standing administration.
Ledford seniors say farewell to classmates HIGH POINT – Ledford High School bid farewell to what Principal Bill Butts referred to as an “academically gifted class” on Saturday morning at First Assembly of God in Winston-Salem.
Bratton set to hang up cuffs after 35 years THOMASVILLE – After 35 years in law enforcement and nearly four years as chief of the Thomasville Police Department, Ronald S. Bratton is retiring at the end of this month.
Allen Jay High had strong 50-year run HIGH POINT – The 50th reunion of the Allen Jay High School class of 1959 brought back some memories of a school that no longer exists.
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Saturday June 13
NO TAX INCREASE: Davidson County budget keeps property rates, salaries level DAVIDSON COUNTY – No increases in property taxes and salaries for county employees were approved in Davidson County’s 2009-10 budget.
TOP COP: Denton trooper honored for watery rescue DAVIDSON COUNTY – A North Carolina State Highway Patrol trooper from Denton has been named the recipient of the American Association of State Troopers 2009 Trooper of the Year award.
Family history inspires GTCC student to win cooking honors HIGH POINT – Van Pullum Jr. had a lot of inspiration to help him become an outstanding culinary student at Guilford Technical Community College where he honed his skills.
Oak Ridge Elementary closes for summer GUILFORD COUNTY – Oak Ridge Elementary School will be closed this summer while investigators continue to test suspected “bad air” for possible mold and other problems.
Group links state incentives to budget shortfall TRIAD – A group critical of economic incentives is raising questions about why top state officials continue to make deals with companies that will provide them financial breaks at the same time legislators face a more than $4 billion budget shortfall.
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Friday June 12
Chair City bills head up THOMASVILLE – Thomasville water and sewer customers are expected to see increases on their bills in August.
Cornerstone receives diabetes accreditation HIGH POINT – Cornerstone Clinical Pharmacy Services obtained accreditation from the American Diabetes Association for its diabetes self-management education program.
Commissioners OK incentives for business DAVIDSON COUNTY – The Davidson County Board of Commissioners approved an incentives package this week for a South Carolina business that may expand its operations to Thomasville.
Smoking ban rules up for review GUILFORD COUNTY — Health officials will review a report Monday on suggested smoking-ban regulations for public buildings.
Analysts debate political ‘legs’ of Mary Easley scandal TRIAD – Here’s the scenario: A prominent figure in North Carolina Democratic politics is embroiled in scandal.
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Thursday June 11
Train kills local man HIGH POINT – High Point police were still investigating late Wednesday an accident involving a collision between a train and a vehicle that killed a High Point man.
MASS TRANSIT MONEY: High Point, Randolph County snare stimulus funds TRIAD – High Point and Randolph County will benefit from mass transit stimulus funding announced Wednesday by the office of Gov. Beverly Perdue.
School board airs savings ideas GUILFORD COUNTY – Ideas for cutting the school district budget while at the same time saving as many teaching jobs as possible bounded through the Board of Education’s meeting room on Tuesday.
DIGITAL READY: Prepare to make switch on Friday HIGH POINT – The long-awaited conversion to digital television will take place Friday, and viewers in the Triad are well prepared, according to new reports.
Community crime intervention advocates seek new level of success HIGH POINT – About 100 people from a cross section of the community came together Wednesday afternoon to show that Jacob Walker’s tragic death 12 years ago didn’t turn into another cold, forgotten statistic.
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Wednesday June 10
City marks GTCC's beginning HIGH POINT – Tom Jarrell had no idea that his piece of property on English Road was where Guilford Technical Community College held its first classes in High Point.
Trinity graduates urged to celebrate accomplishments TRINITY – A 2009 senior class at Trinity High School that earned more than $2.5 million in scholarships and other academic awards received their diplomas Tuesday evening before an overflow commencement crowd at the school’s football stadium.
Courts begin furloughs in July DAVIDSON COUNTY – The Davidson County Clerk of Court’s Office will be taking furlough hours July 1-2.
Green hopeful for interim teachers GUILFORD COUNTY – Michelle Bardsley is a business management teacher who would like to keep her interim job next year.
Trinity budget keeps tax, utility rates level TRINITY – No property tax and water and sewer rate increases are proposed in Trinity’s 2009-10 budget.
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Tuesday June 09
Economic boost: Furniture fabric market is welcomed business HIGH POINT – Local hotel manager Kevin Archer is enjoying a late spring bloom in business this week.
Businesswoman joins mission to feed pets, owners HIGH POINT – Animals have a strange way of seeking out Tami Hendrix, owner of Meg’s Gifts at Neal Place.
Colleagues thanks longtime board member for work THOMASVILLE – After six years on the Thomasville Board of Education, Chairwoman Cheryl Eaddy has exhausted the amount of consecutive terms she can serve.
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Chair City weighs voting changes THOMASVILLE – Several options for changing Thomasville City Council’s election system by referendum were presented to council members during their briefing Monday.
Survey gauges risky behavior among teens GREENSBORO – The number of area middle and high school students engaging in risky behavior, including drug and alcohol use and sexual activity, has remained about the same over the past five years, according to a local report released on Monday.
Monday June 08
Hitting home: State budget cuts could have widespread impact HIGH POINT – For state legislators in Raleigh, the agonizing budget deliberations involve juggling figures in the billions of dollars as they try to balance finances during tough times.
Homegrown hero takes new role THOMASVILLE – Benjie Brown helped lead the Thomasville Bulldogs to three state high school football championships.
City hosts hazardous waste disposal event HIGH POINT – A Clean and Green event will be held June 20 for Guilford County residents to unclutter their homes and backyards.
Airport tries to avoid impact on travelers GREENSBORO – In his 16 years as executive director at Piedmont Triad International Airport, Ted Johnson said he’s never had to cope with as tough a budget season as this one.
Tax increases remain controversial part of budget resolution TRIAD – So far, Gov. Beverly Perdue and Democratic state legislative leaders have leaned heavily on spending cuts rather than tax increases to confront a state budget shortfall of more than $4 billion.
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Sunday June 07
This court takes a different approach HIGH POINT – Oftentimes, when a defendant stands before a judge in the Guilford County Courthouse in High Point, the news is not good for the person on the receiving end.
HATS OFF TO CLASS OF '09: New journey starts for Andrews students GREENSBORO – One journey ended and another began Saturday for the 2009 graduating class of T. Wingate Andrews High School.
Central High seniors urged to ‘invest’ in future GREENSBORO – A High Point Central class of more than 200 seniors received their diplomas Saturday night during the high school’s annual commencement.
Mental Health Treatment Court: It works! HIGH POINT – After nearly 20 years of battling addictions to cocaine and other drugs, it was probably a safe bet that another stint in jail was not going to get Priscilla Anderson to change her ways.
City may revamp recycling program HIGH POINT – Starting next year, High Point residents would trade their green recycling bins for larger, rolling containers that look more like trash cans under a recommendation in the city’s proposed budget.
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Saturday June 06
WATER LOGGED: Authorities report few problems TRIAD – Heavy rain caused the National Weather Service to issue flash flood warnings in Davidson and Guilford counties Friday morning, but local police reported no major problems.
$585M budget passes GUILFORD COUNTY – The county’s $585 million 2010 budget offers a new list this year of winners and losers.
Local officials push to keep crime lab open HIGH POINT – A resource for local law enforcement officials and prosecutors that was set to fall victim to state budget cuts may have gotten a reprieve.
Ragsdale grads urged to ‘make the most’ of life GREENSBORO – A crowd of more than 4,500 parents, family and friends watched the Ragsdale High School senior class of 2009 receive their diplomas Friday night during the school’s annual commencement at the Greensboro Coliseum’s Special Events Center.
Incentive plan wins mixed approval GUILFORD COUNTY – Republican Commissioner Steve Arnold’s tax abatement program received mixed reviews Thursday.
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Friday June 05
Local Muslims react to Obama address TRIAD – It was as much the speech taking place as the words spoken by President Barack Obama in Cairo, Egypt, Thursday that intrigued Nahed Eltantawy.
FEEDING THE HELPLESS: Humane Society begins new initiative HIGH POINT – The Piedmont Humane Society knows it can be tough to afford a pet in today’s economic conditions.
15,000 cited in seat belt campaign HIGH POINT – Law enforcement officers across the state cited more than 15,000 drivers and passengers suspected of not wearing their seat belt or having their child properly buckled during a recent enforcement campaign.
Education advocates plea for funding GUILFORD COUNTY – Teachers and friends of education urged commissioners Thursday not to cut funds for school repairs.
Randolph wrestles with tough budget year RANDOLPH COUNTY – Taking a different approach this year, the Randolph County Board of Commissioners will spend the rest of this month working out the kinks in its 2009-10 proposed budget.
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Thursday June 04
NEW BUS LINE: Smaller product holds promise for Thomas Built Buses HIGH POINT – Thomas Built Buses announced Tuesday a new product that potentially could create new jobs in the area.
RIDE AGAINST CRIME: Eighth annual event Saturday benefits law enforcement HIGH POINT – Motorcyclists will rev up their engines to try to benefit law enforcement this weekend.
‘Familiar face’ gets 30-year term HIGH POINT – A man who has long been well-known to police in one High Point neighborhood is behind bars for his role in a violent assault and robbery last year. James McConico Jr., 21, was tried and convicted last month in connection with an incident at a Southside drug house in September 2008. Prosecutors said two men seeking to buy drugs approached the house and were badly beaten and robbed after being mistaken for drug dealers themselves.
School repair fund boost unlikely GUILFORD COUNTY – Just hours before commissioners are expected to pass a $585 million 2010 budget, school district officials left a Wednesday meeting with only a hope that they may get additional money for needed repairs.
Bill supporters, Alcoa brace for fight HIGH POINT – Two proponents of Senate Bill 967 continue to argue why the state should “recapture” four hydroelectric dams on the Yadkin River operated by Alcoa Power Generating Inc.
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Wednesday June 03
WORLDWIDE SUCCESS: Longtime businessman honored for accomplishments HIGH POINT – Zaki Khalifa never intended to start a successful Oriental rug business in High Point.
School officials mull cuts GREENSBORO – Guilford County Schools may have to make deeper cuts if lawmakers shrink the state’s budget allocation.
Tiananmen crackdown cost local jobs TRIAD – At first blush, they seem like disconnected events.
Midway approves sewer proposal MIDWAY – The Midway Town Council approved an agreement for Davidson County to provide sewer service to its town Monday night.
School officials seek Title III funds THOMASVILLE – The Thomasville Board of Education approved a Title III application for the 2009-10 school year Tuesday night.
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Tuesday June 02
Fighting back: Ledford student battles through illness to earn diploma DAVIDSON COUNTY – Stephanie Keomanideth plans to take what she has learned from an illness that has plagued her entire high school career and help others who suffer from medical problems.
Courts stave off cutbacks HIGH POINT – The state budget crisis has hit Guilford County courts, but the impact hasn’t been as severe as officials initially expected.
Hospital program receives accreditation HIGH POINT – Chest pain and heart attack victims can count on efficient care at High Point Regional Health System thanks to its accreditation as an official Chest Pain Center.
Workers sort first packages at FedEx hub GREENSBORO – Workers at the FedEx Corp. cargo hub made local history Monday when they handled the first packages at the overnight sorting facility, viewed as a linchpin for the long-term future of the Triad economy.
City Council agrees to merger of museum HIGH POINT – The High Point City Council has made its own history by merging the High Point Museum into the city as a division of the library.
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Monday June 01
Tyler Lewis helps raise nephew and inspires cousin to excel TRINITY – Tyler Lewis will have two family members smiling at him proudly as he graduates June 9 from Trinity High School.
Recession has many choosing cheap ways to have fun DAVIDSON COUNTY – Jennie Hunt was one of hundreds of area residents who took advantage of free swimming on High Rock Lake Sunday afternoon.
School projects make progress GUILFORD COUNTY – While the economy may have slowed much of the housing industry, construction is bustling nevertheless as work progresses on several Guilford County Schools bond projects approved by voters in 2008.
Disruptions spur theater into action HIGH POINT – A few months ago, disruptive patrons were making life difficult for everyone at the Carmike 8 movie theater on N. Main Street.
Stimulus funds to pay for U.S. 29 resurfacing TRIAD – Guilford motorists will get a smoother ride on U.S. 29 thanks in part to federal stimulus money awarded the state for transportation projects.
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Sunday May 31
Martha Griffin hasn’t let MS alter goals, strategies THOMASVILLE – Martha Griffin will walk across the stage to be handed her high school diploma Saturday just like any other Thomasville High School senior.
Don’t buy the hype HIGH POINT – Reports issued by Web sites and oil companies that an ethanol fuel blend known as E85 may offer a cheaper price at the pump are misleading, according to Tom Crosby, vice president of communications at AAA Carolinas.
Midway considers sewer proposal MIDWAY – The Midway Town Council will consider signing an agreement for Davidson County to provide sewer service to its young town Monday night.
Hundreds flock to market’s opening day THOMASVILLE – Opening for its first day of the 2009 season, the Thomasville Farmers Market had about 300 people to walk through the gates Saturday.
Family fills today’s finals of Triad Idol TRIAD – Singers in today’s Triad Idol finals better beware the new Kidds on the block.
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Saturday May 30
State legislators may toughen school bus law HIGH POINT – North Carolina lawmakers could soon impose tougher penalties in traffic accidents involving motorists who pass a stopped school bus.
Wesleyan grads say goodbye HIGH POINT – A Wesleyan Christian Academy class of 79 seniors, which earned total scholarships and grants of $3.6 million and acceptances to colleges and universities across the nation, received their diplomas Friday night during the private school’s annual commencement.
Triad project on stimulus work list GUILFORD COUNTY – A road project in eastern Guilford County is among 17 additional highway projects in the latest round of federal stimulus work through the N.C. Depa
Local jobless rate eases TRIAD – The grim march of unemployment in the Triad eased slightly last month, as jobless rates declined for the first time this year in the greater High Point area.
Center for Global Logistics slated to open in 2011 HIGH POINT – An array of leaders from local businesses and higher education institutions gathered Friday morning to announce their joint efforts in establishing the Piedmont Triad Center for Global Logistics, a resource provider of logistics and educational training.
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Friday May 29
Gas going up: Increase concerns area drivers HIGH POINT – Facing daily commutes and upcoming summer vacation trips, the 30-cent rise in gasoline prices over the last month has many local motorists worried.
North State Communications launches new Plex brand product HIGH POINT – North State Communications announced Thursday the launch of its new Plex brand for its residential and consumer broadband Internet, wireless and home phone products.
Trolley expert, author dies HIGH POINT – Al Mankoff, who grew up riding trolley cars in his native New Jersey and became an expert and author on them, died Wednesday in High Point. He was 82.
Spike in prices may be topping out HIGH POINT – Both national and international factors contributed to an approximate 30-cent spike in gasoline prices over the last month, according to AAA Carolinas. But motorists may get a chance to catch their breath.
Courts to shut down one day amid budget crunch HIGH POINT – The state budget crisis has started to trickle down to Guilford County courts, but the fallout may not be substantial for the general public.
Local jobless rate eases TRIAD – The grim march of unemployment in the Triad eased slightly last month, as jobless rates declined for the first time this year in the greater High Point area.
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Thursday May 28
New fire station: Facility to boost protection in north High Point HIGH POINT – The High Point Fire Department will expand its presence in north High Point later this year when it opens the doors on the new Fire Station No. 4.
Growing pains: Library patrons adjust to remodeled facility HIGH POINT – Patrons of the newly remodeled High Point Neal F. Austin Public Library are learning their way around the new building, finding old favorites and making some new discoveries.
Two teens face robbery charges DAVIDSON COUNTY – Two teenagers face robbery charges after an investigation by sheriff’s officials in two counties.
Police hone in on juvenile offenders HIGH POINT – High Point police are continuing to try a new approach in dealing with a group of offenders that presents particular challenges to law enforcement and community groups.
Pennybyrn unveils latest rehab program HIGH POINT – Pennybyrn at Maryfield Retirement Community soon will stand out as the only nursing home in the Triad to offer a cutting-edge rehabilitation program to its community and the public.
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Wednesday May 27
Hub preps for opening GREENSBORO – It will have only taken 11 years and 50 days, but the FedEx Corp. cargo hub will move from proposal to reality next Tuesday.
New police station on hold HIGH POINT – The city’s proposed 2009-10 budget contains some bad news for the High Point Police Department.
Man faces multiple sex abuse charges DAVIDSON COUNTY – A Davidson County man faces 17 counts of charges related to the alleged sexual abuse of a child four years ago.
Smoking ban contains few exemptions HIGH POINT – Some local restaurant owners are finding ways to combat the effects of the new state law that bans smoking, while others say they have no defense against the financial damage it could cause to their businesses.
Stickley plans expansion in Archdale ARCHDALE – The welcome irony wasn’t lost on economic recruiter Bonnie Renfro and members of the Archdale City Council Tuesday night – they were talking about a furniture company expanding, not contracting, in the city.
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Tuesday May 26
Remember the Fallen DAVIDSON COUNTY – Boyd Hager still chokes up with tears more than 40 years after he lost one of his best friends to a fire- fight in Vietnam.
Randolph CIS hosts annual poker run RANDOLPH COUNTY – Dozens of bikers are planning on joining together Saturday for the fourth annual “Readin’, Writin’, and Ridin’?” poker run to benefit Communities In Schools of Randolph County.
Army mom saw the dangers of war HIGH POINT – Crystal Kyle knows the dangerous mission so many soldiers have paid their lives to accomplish.
Wanted: Volunteers, donations for Gradfest HIGH POINT – Maria Vera cherishes many fond memories of high school, but some of the best ones revolve around the experiences she had at Gradfest last year as she graduated from Andrews High School.
Thomasville business permits put on hold THOMASVILLE – Thomasville officials say a proposal on implementing business permits has been put on hold.
Monday May 25
Wallburg may break ground this year WALLBURG – Wallburg could break ground on a new town hall during the third quarter of this year, a Davidson County official said last week.
Fresh look: GTCC installs new telescope for a deeper view into space JAMESTOWN – The Cline Observatory on the campus of Guilford Technical Community College has a new telescope that will give students a deeper look into space.
Mel Watt not interested in Senate run TRIAD – Rep. Mel Watt, D-12th, said political observers and pundits definitely can take his name out of discussion for the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination next year.
Holliman reflects on smoking ban DAVIDSON COUNTY – For Rep. Hugh Holliman, D-Davidson, the personal doesn’t necessarily translate into the political.
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Grant to boost nurse training HIGH POINT – Guilford Technical Community College’s growing nurse training program will benefit from a $200,000 Piedmont Triad Partnership grant that will help open a new medical laboratory on the High Point campus.
Sunday May 24
City celebrates birthday