Local Stories  Thursday September 03 NEW HPE WEBSITE HAS MOVED To access the new HPE Web site, click here or here  Tuesday September 01 Smoking era ends at airport GREENSBORO – Joseph Robbins was by himself Monday afternoon, marking the end of an era at Piedmont Triad International Airport. Killer gets life in fatal robbery HIGH POINT – A High Point man was sentenced to life in prison last week for his role in a fatal home-invasion robbery. Hazmat training pays off for firefighters HIGH POINT – For the High Point Fire Department, when it comes to a situation involving hazardous materials, time is of the essence, but so is working methodically. Lottery Numbers Jamestown road project pushed back to 2010 JAMESTOWN – A road project around Jamestown that has been in the planning since President Ronald Reagan was in office remains on the funding back burner. Wheatmore High School to open Sept. 14 RANDOLPH COUNTY – Trinity and Wheatmore students won’t have to share space much longer at Trinity High School.  Monday August 31 Incentive could offer rebates on energy-efficient machines HIGH POINT – Local appliance retailers and consumers alike are supporting a government rebate program that focuses on energy-efficient appliances that could take effect at a state level as soon as October. Concert series comes to city HIGH POINT – An annual fundraiser featuring beach music will come to High Point for the first time. K-9 competition benefits new charity HIGH POINT – Each year, more law enforcement officers come to depend on their skilled police dogs to help them in tense situations. Insurance agents boosted by clunker sales HIGH POINT – Most consumers who sped off of dealership lots in new vehicles thanks to the Cash for Clunkers government rebate incentive also drove away with something else – a more expensive automobile insurance policy. Officials may seek stimulus funds for jail DAVIDSON COUNTY – As a steering committee examines four potential sites for a new Davidson County jail, commissioners may seek stimulus funding to build a new jail. Lottery Numbers  Sunday August 30 Core City turns its attention to N. Main Street HIGH POINT – Core City High Point representatives say their work has largely been behind the scenes since the nonprofit corporation embarked on its mission of inner-city revitalization. Wiggin' out: Cancer survivors toss their wigs for a good cause HIGH POINT – Laureen Gilchrist, a High Point breast cancer survivor, came to the “Wig Toss” at Millis Regional Health Education Center for a little fun. School officials focus on poor performers GUILFORD COUNTY – School district leaders are preparing what could be a stronger plan to lift the performance of the county’s lowest performing schools. Lottery Numbers Ten schools post outstanding SAT scores GUILFORD COUNTY – Despite a lackluster district performance on the SAT reasoning test, 10 schools showed outstanding performance.  Saturday August 29 Youth get visit from state’s top cop THOMASVILLE – Youngsters in Thomasville’s Badges for Baseball program had a visit Friday afternoon from the chief law enforcement officer of North Carolina. Get lost for a good cause HIGH POINT – Kersey Valley Inc. wants you to get lost – for the benefit of helping stray animals in the community, that is. LEGACY OF A LION: Though vilified in political campaigns in South, Kennedy leaves local legislative mark TRIAD – Shane Burton witnesses the legacy of the late Sen. Ted Kennedy, D-Mass., each day he helps people with AIDS through the Triad Health Project. Jobless rates remain high, but may have hit plateau TRIAD – The continuing high jobless numbers in July may offer a hint at some good news in the months to come. Lottery Numbers Community center hosts gold party HIGH POINT – Representatives of one local organization are hoping for a fundraising success from an unlikely source: old gold jewelry.  Friday August 28 Turning the tables: Mitchell seeks protective order in Merchandise Mart lawsuit HIGH POINT – International Home Furnishings Center President Tom Mitchell is seeking a protective order through the courts to shield internal financial information in response to a lawsuit filed against him last month by Merchandise Mart Properties Inc. Hit-and-run arrest: Officer-involved wreck leads to man’s arrest HIGH POINT – A local man faces several charges in connection with a traffic collision that injured a High Point police officer last week. Preventing teen pregnancy: School officials seek funds to keep program afloat THOMASVILLE – Thomasville High School student Travis Mouzon considers himself a “peer educator” who can influence others his age to make the right decision when it comes to preventing pregnancy. Archdale releases audio recording in fatal shooting ARCHDALE – Archdale police on Thursday released an audio recording from Sunday morning’s shooting of a University of North Carolina student that indicates officers attempted to tell the man to get back into his vehicle moments before police opened fire. Local gym closes; members left wondering HIGH POINT – When Frank Taylor went to exercise at his preferred fitness center on Monday, a sign posted to the door read, “Closed until further notice.” Lottery Numbers  Thursday August 27 Klaussner closings shouldn’t affect Triad ASHEBORO – An Asheboro-based manufacturer will close its West Coast operations due to economic difficulties, but says it shouldn’t affect operations here in the Triad. IT 'S OK TO PRAY: After review, HUD says housing residents allowed to hold services HIGH POINT – Local public housing residents can hold religious services in common areas of the facilities in which they live, according to federal officials. Authorities release 911 tape in shooting death ARCHDALE – The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill student who was fatally shot Sunday morning by an Archdale police officer told a 911 dispatcher that he was intoxicated and armed with a 9 mm pistol, according to an audio recording released by Guilford Metro 911 Wednesday. Guilford SAT scores show no gains GUILFORD COUNTY – Guilford County Schools showed no progress in SAT scores this year with scores below state averages. Lottery Numbers Davidson schools show improvement on SAT TRIAD – According to 2009 Scholastic Aptitude Test results released Tuesday by the N.C. Department of Public Instruction, Thomasville City Schools and Randolph County Schools had decreases in scores while results improved for Davidson County Schools when compared to the previous year.  Wednesday August 26 Smooth sailing for the start of school in Guilford County Testing Upload Story This is a test of uploading a story. Lottery Numbers  Tuesday August 25 New management: Showplace placed in receivership HIGH POINT – Lenders who hold the note to Showplace and several other furniture showrooms have placed the properties in receivership after payments fell into default, according to court documents. Slow and steady: Local real estate market continues to improve, data shows HIGH POINT – Local real estate officials are hopeful that rising home sales suggest the area housing market may have bottomed out and is on a slow but steady path to recovery. City releases draft of University Area Plan HIGH POINT – The City of High Point’s Planning and Development Department has created a final draft of the University Area Plan and will answer questions from the public at a meeting next week. Residents upset about closed aerotropolis board meetings TRIAD – Some area residents are raising questions about why meetings of the recently formed Aerotropolis Leadership Board aren’t open to the public when the group is developing plans for the region and is affiliated with an economic development partnership that receives government funding. Police release names of shooting victims HIGH POINT – Police on Monday identified the victims in a weekend shooting that left one man dead and four others injured. Lottery Numbers  Monday August 24 Back-to-school butterflies: Counselors offer advice for a successful year HIGH POINT – Parents may breathe a sigh of relief as Guilford County children head back to school on Tuesday. After all, the kids will be occupied and out of parents’ hands for most of the days to come. Forum focuses on rail crossing safety HIGH POINT – Improvements have been made, but officials still have concerns about safety at one city railroad crossing. High-tech compromise: Hayworth Christian facility gives students the best of both worlds HIGH POINT – When Joe Tatum, a senior at Hayworth Christian School, returned to class on Aug. 17, he and his classmates were greeted with a new computer lab including 19 new iMac computers. Archdale cop shoots, kills motorist ARCHDALE – A motorist who called authorities saying he was suicidal early Sunday morning was shot and killed by a Archdale Police Department officer on Interstate 85. Build a sewer line, and business will follow MIDWAY – For Midway officials, the key to growth is sewer. Lottery Numbers  Sunday August 23 Midway present: After 3 years, town is ready to grow MIDWAY – Incorporating with 4,400 residents in 2006, the town of Midway continues to grow. Covenant Church to celebrate roots HIGH POINT – Shortly after it was founded 20 years ago, Covenant Church United Methodist joined forces with another congregation. Wheatmore boosters seek new members RANDOLPH COUNTY – Supporters of one of the Triad’s newest high schools want others to join them in promoting school sports. Midway past: Village ‘in between’ avoids takeover MIDWAY – As a result of its residents fearful of being annexed by Winston-Salem, the town of Midway was incorporated on June 29, 2006. Shooting leaves 1 dead, four injured HIGH POINT – One person was killed and four people left wounded during a “get-together” early Saturday morning at a High Point home, according to the High Point Police Department. Lottery Numbers  Saturday August 22 Trinity, Wheatmore students share space on opening day TRINITY – Summer ended early for students at Trinity and Wheatmore high schools. MEETING THE NEED: Churches join together to ease economic suffering THOMASVILLE – Six Thomasville churches located within a mile of each other will come together next weekend to give hope to individuals and families who are suffering due to the economy. Jail price tag coming soon GUILFORD COUNTY – County officials may know by mid-October exactly what they will pay for a new 1,000-bed downtown Greensboro jail annex. Students, parents excited about HPU improvements HIGH POINT – It may have been dusty and noisy in some places, but Bobby Spargl liked what he saw Friday at University Center. Local dealers cite mixed emotions about CARS HIGH POINT – The government incentive program that has been driving new, fuel-efficient cars off of dealership lots since July will end on Monday at 8 p.m. after speeding through another $2 billion. Lottery numbers  Friday August 21 MOVING DAY at HPU students arrive this weekend HIGH POINT – High Point University students will be greeted with a promise of things to come when they return to campus this weekend. HIGH COUNTRY HOWDY: Grandson continues Grandfather Mountain’s legacy HIGH POINT – Crae Morton spoke with tones of humility and reverence as he addressed High Point Rotarians and their guests Thursday in the same setting that his grandfather did 17 years ago. Court: Convicted robber got fair trial HIGH POINT – A man serving prison time for his role in an attempted armed robbery at a High Point fast-food restaurant six years ago will stay behind bars after a court ruling this week affirmed the judgments against him. Commissioners approve school repair plan GUILFORD COUNTY – With little discussion Thursday, the Guilford County Board of Commissioners approved a short list of school repair projects to qualify for $17 million in new federal no-interest bonds. East Davidson improvements continue THOMASVILLE – East Davidson High School students will be treated to an expanded cafeteria when they report back Tuesday for the first day of classes, but some teachers will have to wait about a week for their new classrooms. Lottery numbers  Thursday August 20 SUMMER DRY SPELL: Rainfall deficit creeps back up HIGH POINT – City of High Point officials say drinking water supplies remain in good shape despite the recent downturn in rainfall that has begun to parch parts of the Piedmont. Bucks for Business: Thomasville City Council approves incentives policy THOMASVILLE – With Davidson County’s latest unemployment rate at 13.3 percent in June, Thomasville officials now have the power to offer incentives to any business that invests $50,000. CVB terms July events successful HIGH POINT – The 11 events solicited by the High Point Convention and Visitor’s Bureau in July heeded successful results, according to officials. High Point upholstery company may close HIGH POINT – An upholstery company in High Point may close after the fall High Point Market. High-tech Union Hill awaits pupils GUILFORD COUNTY – When Union Hill Elementary students return next week, they will find a large library and state-of-the art equipment ready for them at their new school. Lottery Numbers  Wednesday August 19 TASTES GREAT: Hospice holds 21st annual Taste of the Town HIGH POINT – Food enthusiasts and supporters of Hospice of the Piedmont had good things to say about the 21st annual Taste of the Town event – when they weren’t stuffing their faces, that is. City targets street ‘clutter’ HIGH POINT – Some businesses that display large, bulky items may have to rearrange some of their inventory under an ordinance amendment adopted by the High Point City Council. DMV offices close for upgrades TRIAD – North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles offices in the Piedmont will close for part of a business day starting next week as part of a driver’s license security upgrade. Health board, PTIA still at odds on smoking ban GUILFORD COUNTY – Piedmont Triad Airport leaders and county health officials have so far agreed to disagree about which agency has the authority to enforce an airport smoking ban on Sept. 1. Trinity cracks down on big rigs, storage units TRINITY – Drivers of tractor-trailers and users of portable storage units be on guard – the city of Trinity has you on its radar screen. Lottery Numbers  Tuesday August 18 Referendum vote passes: Thomasville’s election system may change HIGH POINT – Thomasville City Council agreed to let voters decide in November whether or not to change the city’s election system at its meeting on Monday night. County to consider incentives plan for small businesses GUILFORD COUNTY – It’s been years in the discussion and months in the drafting, and it’s finally here. Furniture drive helps needy families HIGH POINT – High Point may be famous for selling its furniture to buyers across the world, but some nonprofit agencies are asking individuals and corporations to donate their home furnishings to those in need this weekend. No parking: City OKs new residential guidelines HIGH POINT – For some, it’s a convenience, and for others it’s an eyesore. But beginning next year, parking on grass or dirt in front yards will be prohibited in High Point. Local advocates discuss ways to help homeless HIGH POINT – The community has made progress on addressing homelessness, but plenty of work remains to be done. Lottery Numbers  Monday August 17 Thomasville to decide on graffiti policy THOMASVILLE – The Thomasville City Council will consider a graffiti ordinance tonight that was sent back to committee last month after members said it was too tough on property owners. Triad may feel effects of tropical storms TRIAD – Three tropical storms are churning in the Atlantic Ocean or Gulf of Mexico, but meteorologists said Sunday it remains too early to tell what – if any – influence the systems will have on weather in the Triad. Clara Cox plan wins more funding HIGH POINT – The future looks brighter for a High Point Housing Authority redevelopment project after recent news that it’s been awarded funding for an upcoming phase of the planned community. Legal quandary: Expert: Law ‘thorny’ when it comes to religious events on public property HIGH POINT – When it comes to religious activities in federally-funded housing facilities, regulations seem clear. Lottery Numbers Reporting for duty: New instructor takes charge of Thomasville’s Junior ROTC THOMASVILLE – Lt. Col. Bob Markel Jr. certainly has quite a few stories to share with Thomasville High students from his 22 years of service in the U.S. Army.  Sunday August 16 Katrina: A perfect storm for politics TRIAD – Four years ago at this time, Republicans still were basking in the glow of solid election victories that left them in charge of the White House and gave them full control of both chambers of Congress. Jamestown swings into celebration in heart of community JAMESTOWN – The sound of music and people enjoying the weekend reverberated across downtown Jamestown Saturday as a community with long roots tried to start a new tradition. Event honors students’ drive for peace GUILFORD COUNTY – Forty-five Guilford County Schools students will be honored this week for their efforts in promoting harmony and peaceful conflict resolution among their peers. Tide can turn in a hurry! TRIAD – Local political analyst Matthew DeSantis said the message of Hurricane Katrina should ring clear to President Barack Obama and Democrats in control of Congress – fate can turn on you unexpectedly at any time. Officials mull incentives change THOMASVILLE – The Thomasville City Council may become the third governing body in Davidson County to adopt a proposal aimed at attracting small businesses to the county. Lottery Numbers  Saturday August 15 Local doctor’s N.C. license suspended HIGH POINT – A physician who had an office in north High Point recently was suspended from practicing medicine in the state after the North Carolina Medical Board cited him for an array of unprofessional conduct. 'UPLIFTING' FUNDRAISER: Communities In Schools hosts annual concert tonight THOMASVILLE – Judy Younts spent two hours Thursday delivering school supplies to youngsters in Thomasville. Webster’s clients referred to Mount Airy doctor HIGH POINT – Patients of suspended physician Dr. Laurence Webster are being referred by a message through his former north High Point office to a medical practice in Mount Airy. Nonprofit group to share cost of AP tests GUILFORD COUNTY – A nonprofit business organization will help cover some of the cost of Advanced Placement exams for high school students this year. Health officials prepare for onslaught of flu season GUILFORD COUNTY – Health officials say the H1N1 flu is spreading through the Triad, and anyone who had flu-like symptoms this summer may have had it. That’s why health and school officials want to be prepared when school opens later this month. Lottery numbers  Friday August 14 BANKING ON BONDS: Guilford County commissioners add choices GUILFORD COUNTY – Commissioners may see an expanded list of school repair projects next week to qualify for $17 million in new federal no-interest bonds. IN ELITE COMPANY: Forbes ranks HPU among top schools HIGH POINT – High Point University placed in the top half among North Carolina colleges and universities in the latest Forbes.com rankings. Agency hopes to raise awareness of Sickle Cell HIGH POINT – A local outreach and education agency hopes to raise awareness about a blood disorder that affects millions of people throughout the world and about 72,000 people in the United States. Thomasville panel examines residency requirements THOMASVILLE – After receiving questions on why the city doesn’t require its new chief of police to live in the Chair City, Thomasville’s personnel/finance committee requested recently that the city’s staff look at other cities’ residency requirements for department heads. Airport awaits word on fallout from US Airways, Delta changes GREENSBORO – Piedmont Triad International Airport officials are trying to determine how major changes nationally planned by US Airways and Delta Air Lines will affect service to the airport by its two leading carriers. Lottery numbers  Thursday August 13 Tourism bucks trends: Zoo helps Randolph County post gains TRIAD – Attractions such as the North Carolina Zoo helped Randolph County tourism promoters best both the state average and the recession with tourism revenues last year. Furnitureland South opens Outlet Center JAMESTOWN – Furnitureland South recently completed a two-year expansion of its retail complex off of Interstate 85 Business Loop with the opening of its 300,000-square-foot Outlet Center. Davidson United Way sets goal DAVIDSON COUNTY – The United Way of Davidson County announced this week that the annual campaign goal will be $2 million again this year. Housing residents must stop worship services HIGH POINT – Residents of a local public housing facility recently had to cease holding religious services there after officials told them the activities ran afoul of federal regulations. Guilford County Schools getting back $5.7 million GUILFORD COUNTY – Reacting to better-than-expected budget news from Raleigh, the Guilford County Board of Education voted Tuesday to give back to principals most of the $5.7 million in weighted students funds cut earlier this year. Lottery Numbers  Wednesday August 12 Check manufacturer holds grand opening for High Point facility HIGH POINT – A check manufacturing company that consolidated two factories from Charlotte and Greensboro into one location in High Point held a grand opening on Tuesday. City tweaks policy for yard waste pickups HIGH POINT – Some residents who have piled up loose tree limbs, brush trimmings and other debris in front of their homes in recent weeks have gotten an unexpected response from the city. School to bear name of High Point student, teacher GUILFORD COUNTY – A new special education school at Jamestown will bear two names. Wallburg gives green light to athletic complex WALLBURG – The Wallburg Town Council granted the Wallburg Athletic Organization more than $9,000 Tuesday night to help the nonprofit finish a multi-purpose athletic field. Trinity wants lower speed on N.C. 62 TRINITY – Trinity officials will request the N.C. Department of Transportation to lower the speed limit on a portion of N.C. 62. Lottery Numbers  Tuesday August 11 Shoppers make not-so-taxing purchases; retailers see boost HIGH POINT – The ears of local retailers still are ringing from the sound of cash register transactions during the tax-free weekend. Election change tops agenda THOMASVILLE – The Thomasville City Council plans to consider a proposal next week to change its election system by referendum despite the possibility of being sued again by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Denton considers expanding jurisdiction DENTON – Denton officials are looking at expanding the town’s extra-territorial jurisdiction by a half mile in some areas. Wesleyan aims to build new facility HIGH POINT – Wesleyan Arms Inc. has requested to build a replacement facility in High Point. Qubein working on new growth plan HIGH POINT – There’s more to come at High Point University. Lottery Numbers  Monday August 10 Farmers serve new crowd at High Point Regional farmer’s market HIGH POINT – When Frances Elliott finishes her workout on Thursday mornings at the fitness center in High Point Regional Health System, she doesn’t have to go far to find fresh fruits and vegetables consistent with her healthy lifestyle. Davidson County Community College unveils new conference center DAVIDSON COUNTY – Davidson County Community College will ring in a new era on today as it formally unveils its new conference center. GTCC hosts metal-working program GUILFORD COUNTY – Finding a job can be tough, especially during a recession, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t opportunities out there for those with the right specialized training. Stimulus may serve as double-edged sword TRIAD – President Barack Obama’s stimulus spending helped Democratic leaders of the N.C. General Assembly close a record shortfall as the $19 billion state budget was passed last week. Accreditation is key to school's success HIGH POINT – University leaders want the new Nido Qubein School of Communication to offer programs that will earn accreditation comparable to programs at major colleges and universities. Lottery Numbers  Sunday August 09 COMMUNICATIONS: Qubein’s vision takes high-tech profile HIGH POINT – From nearly the time he took over as president of High Point University, Nido Qubein has nurtured a vision for a communication school. County’s new 'green park' offers unspoiled fun GUILFORD COUNTY – If you like trees, birds and hiking, the county’s new park on the shore of Randleman Lake is for you. McClure plans to challenge for Holliman’s seat DAVIDSON COUNTY – Next year’s political season is starting to percolate as Republican Davidson County Commissioner Fred McClure said he plans to challenge Democratic Rep. Hugh Holliman in the 81st House District. New school will include digital arts HIGH POINT – The new age of communication education dawning at the High Point University campus will take advantage of state-of-the art equipment and new media trends. Miracle League gets ready to play ball HIGH POINT – Local children facing special challenges soon will get the chance to experience their own “field of dreams.” Lottery Numbers  Saturday August 08 Taxes go on holiday HIGH POINT – Parents and their children ventured to stores early Friday morning to reap the benefits of the North Carolina Tax-Free Weekend, but also to beat the traffic that retailers are expecting today. GOING PUBLIC: Showrooms open to local shoppers for the first time HIGH POINT – Furniture didn’t qualify in North Carolina’s Tax Free Weekend sale on Friday, but local shoppers gathered at the Hamilton Wrenn Design District to see something most High Point residents had never experienced before – the inside of a furniture showroom. Hagan touts reform during tour of hospital HIGH POINT – Sen. Kay Hagan stood firm Friday in promoting the need for health care reform in the United States as she spoke with media representatives following a tour of part of High Point Regional Hospital. House rejects bill to take over Alcoa dams DAVIDSON COUNTY – Legislators who had hoped to create a state corporation to run a series of dams owned by Alcoa Power Generating Inc. have apparently lost their battle. Insley eases into new post as police chief THOMASVILLE – Jeff Insley said his first week as Thomasville’s new chief of police has been like going back to school. Lottery numbers  Friday August 07 SUMMER SAVINGS: Area retailers gear for tax-free weekend HIGH POINT – Major retailers have been gearing up for a weekend of sales they hope will redeem a less-than-profitable summer. TEACHER CLOSES CHAPTER: Honored professor retires JAMESTOWN – High school English classes were not love at first sight for Chicago native Ron Greene, an honored Guilford Technical Community College professor who has retired after 38 years of teaching English. Davidson scores improve DAVIDSON COUNTY – Reading and math proficiency results released Thursday for Davidson County Schools show scores increased for the 2008-09 school year when compared to the previous school year. Clerk makes pitch for new courthouse LEXINGTON – Brian Shipwash, clerk of superior court for Davidson County, may have presented an option Thursday to commissioners that could fix both the county’s jail and court needs for some time. ABC results please Guilford officials GUILFORD COUNTY – Millis Road Elementary in Jamestown joined an elite group of district schools Thursday. Lottery numbers  Thursday August 06 TIGHT SPACE: Clerk of superior court presents proposal LEXINGTON – A Davidson County official hopes to make a proposal this morning that will turn commissioners’ thoughts into building a new courthouse instead of a new jail. BACK TO SCHOOL, ALREADY: Johnson Street Global Studies starts new year HIGH POINT – Johnson Street Global Studies began a new school year Wednesday ahead of most Guilford County Schools, which will open Aug. 25. Kimsey donation will go toward interactive gaming studio HIGH POINT – High Point University graduate Miriam Kimsey and her husband, Steve Kimsey, contributed $250,000 to the Nido R. Qubein School of Communication. Wheatmore students to start new year at Trinity RANDOLPH COUNTY – Wheatmore High School will not open for students as scheduled on Aug. 25, Randolph County Schools announced Wednesday. Wiley cites no ill intent from inadvertent e-mail HIGH POINT – State Rep. Laura Wiley, R-Guilford, said an administrative aide in her office didn’t realize that she recently forwarded an e-mail that equates President Barack Obama’s health care proposal to practices by the Third Reich in Nazi Germany. Lottery numbers  Wednesday August 05 Mel Watt tours Pharmacaps plant HIGH POINT – Banner Pharmacaps employee Erin Saueracker took advantage of the first opportunity she’s ever had to meet with a congressman to pose a question to Rep. Mel Watt Tuesday. BLOCK PARTY: Triad neighborhoods gather to celebrate National Night Out HIGH POINT – On the surface, National Night Out, as celebrated at two locations in High Point Tuesday evening, was about grilled hot dogs and good times. It’s deeper focus was on community and safety. Lexington hosts annual Uptown Summer Stroll LEXINGTON – Businesses will extend hours and free music will be offered Friday evening as part of the third Uptown Summer Stroll in Lexington. Thomasville school officials happy with AYP results THOMASVILLE – Despite only half of Thomasville City schools making Adequate Early Progress and ABC expected growth, officials said they were pleased with preliminary results recently released to the system. Natuzzi closes out-of-state stores HIGH POINT – Natuzzi Americas Inc, a furniture manufacturer based in Italy with domestic headquarters in High Point, announced the closing of two out-of-state stores. Lottery numbers  Tuesday August 04 Dealers await funding for clunker upkeep HIGH POINT – Local car dealerships and their customers are waiting in limbo as Cash for Clunkers continues to exhaust its $1 billion in funding. Mitchell accused of siphoning tenants HIGH POINT – The civil lawsuit filed late last month by Merchandise Mart Properties Inc. against Tom Mitchell, top executive of the International Home Furnishings Center, accuses Mitchell of using his previous role with Merchandise Mart Properties to lure away showroom tenants. Deadline nears for opt-out choices GUILFORD COUNTY – Parents at some Title I schools have until Aug. 17 to make their opt-out choices. Merchandise Mart sues HIGH POINT – Merchandise Mart Properties Inc., the city’s second-largest furniture showroom operator, is suing the top executive of the International Home Furnishings Center for breach of contract and damages. COAT cites 'critical need' for food donations ARCHDALE – The Community Outreach of Archdale-Trinity is hoping the community will give them a boost in food donations to replenish bare pantry shelves, while at the same time supporting the organization’s BackPack Pals program. Lottery Numbers  Monday August 03 In-house pharmacies put meds in easy reach HIGH POINT – There’s a new kind of pharmacy popping up in the High Point area that may provide more convenience to local patients and battle major chains like CVS and Walgreens. Calling all artists: Talent company hosts event to find future stars HIGH POINT – The president of a new talent development company, Smash & Grab Entertainment, has an idea he hopes will benefit local artists, businesses and students. Mayor traces city’s scholarly roots TRINITY – A book dedicated to chronicling how Duke University began in Trinity is being sold to benefit the city’s Historic Preservation Society. Lottery Numbers HPU's expansion remains a concern for some neighbors HIGH POINT – Public comment is closed for the High Point University Area Plan, and planning officials say that they will consider the received comments as they finalize the plan. Organizer: Library perfect fit for festival HIGH POINT – Holding Party on the Plank events at the public library seems like a mutually beneficial pairing, said event organizer Elijah Lovejoy and Kem Ellis, director of High Point Neal F. Austin Public Library.  Sunday August 02 PARTY ON THE PLANK: A vision for cultural renewal HIGH POINT – It didn’t take Elijah Lovejoy long to understand the peculiar relationship between High Pointers and the center-city area dominated by furniture showrooms. He, as have many before him, found that there’s little connection. JAMMIN' FOR A GOOD CAUSE: Festival rocks in the name of Victory Junction LEXINGTON – Zack Koontz and his army of helpers were well-prepared for Saturday’s Barnyard Bash, an all-day music festival and fundraiser in the Holly Grove community. Club wants town to boost athletic field project WALLBURG – Growth in northern Davidson County has caused the Wallburg Booster Club to ask the Town Council for more than $9,000 to help finish a multi-purpose athletic field. Airport settles contract dispute GREENSBORO – The Piedmont Triad Airport Authority recently agreed to pay $112,500 to settle a three-way business contract legal spat over work for the new runway to accommodate the FedEx Corp. cargo hub project. Need, vision, action drive plan HIGH POINT – Party on the Plank, as Elijah Lovejoy envisions it, will be a series of events to begin next June and to be held early on Thursday evenings for six weeks. Lottery Numbers  Saturday August 01 CASH FOR CLUNKERS: Program brings success for dealers, customer satisfaction HIGH POINT – A government incentive that helped deplete the once stagnant inventory of car dealerships across the country this week nearly depleted itself. DOWNTOWN VISION: Public input sought on plan for showroom district HIGH POINT – The public will soon have a chance to provide feedback on a proposal that would impact development in a key part of High Point. Davidson administrator earns state honor LEXINGTON – A Davidson County official has received top honors for his profession. Airport begins effort to address future noise TRIAD – FedEx Corp. hasn’t yet started bringing in additional late-night and early-morning planes to serve its new hub, but Piedmont Triad International Airport officials aren’t waiting for that to happen before tackling the issue of aircraft noise. Trinity church offers free meals for the unemployed TRINITY – For Ronnie and Mary Gonteski, a free meal provides a little bit of “hope” every Friday at the Mt. Vernon United Methodist Church in Trinity. Lottery numbers  Friday July 31 WHITE HOUSE MULLS BRIDGE BID: Stimulus money sought for I-85 project DAVIDSON COUNTY – The administration of President Barack Obama should make a decision in January on North Carolina’s request to spend a portion of the federal stimulus to replace the Interstate 85 bridge over the Yadkin River. WELCOME ADDITION: Archdale location opens ARCHDALE – For two Randolph County departments, the days of having to use churches to provide services for Archdale and Trinity residents are now over. City considers banning cars from front yards HIGH POINT – City planners say a proposal to outlaw the parking of vehicles in front yards would make it too difficult on city residents who already are struggling with the unavailability of parking in residential areas. Parents want answers from Lifespan, Guilford HIGH POINT – Some parents and guardians of developmentally disabled children from the High Point and Greensboro area met in High Point on Thursday evening to discuss their next step in getting answers from Guilford County regarding the care of their children. Probe leads to prostitution, drug charges DAVIDSON COUNTY – Four people face charges after an undercover prostitution investigation by Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Vice & Narcotics Unit deputies. Lottery numbers  Thursday July 30 KICK THE HABIT: Smoke-free policy takes effect LEXINGTON – Students who are smokers on the campus of Davidson County Community College treated Wednesday just like any other day. United Way of High Point honors agencies, outstanding volunteer at meeting HIGH POINT – The United Way of High Point honored several partner agencies and one outstanding volunteer at its annual meeting on Wednesday. Record numbers enroll at GTCC JAMESTOWN – Students returning to Guilford Technical Community College for the fall semester may notice that things are a little bit more crowded. Probe leads to prostitution, drug charges DAVIDSON COUNTY – Four people face charges after an undercover prostitution investigation by Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Vice & Narcotics Unit deputies. Arrests, prosecutions curb Southside crime HIGH POINT – The arrests and prosecution of members of what police and prosecutors called a violent drug crew has led to a drop in crime in the troubled neighborhood where it operated. CEO: JetAmerica not coming to PTIA TRIAD – So long, it appears, JetAmerica – we hardly knew you. Lottery Numbers

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