New this morning: South Korean saying that North Korea has test-fired another short-range missile off the country's east coast. So far, North Korea has test fired 6 missiles since Monday. http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5iH-mAXE01v_WNHuwioxPAcdaXIuwD98FRVOO0
THE NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER HAS IDENTIFIED THE FIRST TROPICAL DEPRESSION OF THE ATLANTIC HURRICANE SEASON WHICH OFFICIALLY BEGINS MONDAY, JUNE 1st. Forecasters expect that Tropical Depression ONE, located about 260 miles southeast of Nantucket, Massachusetts, will dissipate by Saturday and never pose any threat to land.
A 13 year old from Kansas is the winner of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Kavya Shivashankar correctly spelled "Laodicean" which means ‘lukewarm or indifferent’ in religion or politics (as in the church of Laodicea in Revelation 3) Kavya taking home more than $40,000 in cash and prizes and, of course, the huge trophy. She enjoys playing the violin, bicycling, swimming and learning Indian classical dance.
http://www.spellingbee.com/http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,522705,00.html
At the movies: “UP”...the latest animated Pixar release out in theaters this weekend. Plugged In online (focus on the Family) gives “UP” 5 out of 5 stars. http://www.pluggedinonline.com/
Mobile Blood Unit from Fort Bragg will be collecting blood for our troops this Tuesday (June 2) at the National Guard Armory on Silas Creek Parkway in Winston-Salem. Hours: 7:30am to 3pm. To donate blood…Call Don Adamick at 408-7280 (766-8436)
Flying on Air Force One, eating meals prepared by the White House kitchen staff and talking with our service men and women are just a few of the things that former President George W. Bush has missed since leaving office in January. During a speech at Lake Michigan College, Bush about the war on terror, the economic downturn and his return to life as a regular citizen.
Bush said that he wants to be remembered as a president who "showed up in office with a set of principles and he was unwilling to sacrifice his soul for the sake of popularity."
http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5iH-mAXE01v_WNHuwioxPAcdaXIuwD98FRVOO0
What viewers of Jon and Kate Plus Eight are saying:
http://blogs.discovery.com/jon_and_kate/2009/05/party-with-the-paparazzi.html#comments Kate’s Blog: http://blogs.discovery.com/jon_and_kate/
Jon and Kate Plus Eight Trivia Game:
http://tlc.discovery.com/tv/jon-and-kate/games/jon-and-kate-plus-8-trivia-game.html
PRESIDENT OBAMA HAS NOMINATED A PROMINENT CATHOLIC THEOLOGIAN WHO IS DESCRIBED AS "CLEARLY PRO-LIFE" TO SERVE AS THE U.S. AMBASSADOR TO THE VATICAN. Miguel Diaz is a 45-year old professor of theology at the College of St. Benedict and St. John's University, both in Collegeville, Minnesota. Diaz served as a member of Barack Obama's Catholic advisory team during the presidential campaign.
NASCAR: Qualifying this afternoon for Sunday’s Autism Speaks 400 Sprint Cup race at Dover
NCAA Baseball Tournament starts today…
Minor League Play:
The Winston-Salem Dash will take on the Kinston Indians this Friday at 7pm at Wake Forest Baseball Park. (First of a ten-game home stand for the Dash). Ticket info: http://www.wsdash.com/ or by calling the Dash office at (336) 714-2287
Traffic updates:
Road Construction will close a portion of Wendover Ave this weekend…from 7pm tonight til Monday morning at 6am. Crews will continue to replace water lines. Detours will be in place.
7 p.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Monday.
Wilkesboro – A detour will be in place from 8pm until 8am tomorrow morning while road crews stabilize a sinkhole that crumbled a portion of Highway 421 southbound at Exit 286-B (River Street)…one SB lane will re-open Saturday morning.
www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/29/repairs-to-require-detour/news/
5.29.2009
5.28.2009
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Just 50 cents an item??? UNC-G is selling everything that students left behind in the dorm rooms. The ‘Cram and Scram’ Sale is going on from 9am – 3pm today at the Cone Ballroom in the Elliot Student Center. More details: 334-5000
The finals of the Scripps National Spelling Bee live at 8pm on ABC.
http://www.spellingbee.com/
Northern Guilford High School was recently stripped of its 3-A state boys basketball title. But, last night players received a ring and a plaque during the off-campus awards ceremony at the Greensboro-High Point Marriott Airport. http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/28/article/title_still_rings_true_for_northern_players
What viewers of Jon and Kate Plus Eight are saying:
http://blogs.discovery.com/jon_and_kate/2009/05/party-with-the-paparazzi.html#comments
Kate’s Blog: http://blogs.discovery.com/jon_and_kate/
Jon and Kate Plus 8 Trivia Game:
http://tlc.discovery.com/tv/jon-and-kate/games/jon-and-kate-plus-8-trivia-game.html
It's a church or a coffee shop? Confluence Coffee is both…and ready to serve
Read the WS Journal article ...
www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/28/congregation-its-a-church-a-coffee-shop-a-church-i/news/
NORTHERN HONDURAS WAS ROCKED BY A POWERFUL 7.1 MAGNITUDE EARTHQUAKE THIS MORNING. At least one fatality associated with the quake.
US and South Korean troops put on High Alert after North Korea threatened military strikes as tensions escalate over its nuclear testing. North Korea renounced a 1953 truce and threatened to strike any ships trying to intercept its vessels. http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,522419,00.html
http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/A/AS_KOREAS_NUCLEAR?SITE=NCAGW&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT
A Pennsylvania woman was arrested Wednesday after her story about being abducted with her daughter unraveled -- quickly turning from a mysterious missing persons case into a criminal investigation that ended in her capture at the Walt Disney World resort in Orlando.
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,522399,00.html
SPORTS:
N-H-L Stanley Cup Finals: Detroit Red Wings and Pittsburg Penguins. The championship series starts Saturday night in Detroit.
In a letter to Dash season ticket holders, the team will not play in their ‘new’ stadium this season. The Dash will take on the Kinston Indians this Friday at 7pm at Wake Forest Baseball Park. (First of a ten-game home stand for the Dash). Ticket info: http://www.wsdash.com/ or by calling the Dash office at (336) 714-2287
Traffic Update: Wilkesboro – Highway 421 southbound at Exit 286-B (River Street). Possible detour because of a sinkhole
The finals of the Scripps National Spelling Bee live at 8pm on ABC.
http://www.spellingbee.com/
Northern Guilford High School was recently stripped of its 3-A state boys basketball title. But, last night players received a ring and a plaque during the off-campus awards ceremony at the Greensboro-High Point Marriott Airport. http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/28/article/title_still_rings_true_for_northern_players
What viewers of Jon and Kate Plus Eight are saying:
http://blogs.discovery.com/jon_and_kate/2009/05/party-with-the-paparazzi.html#comments
Kate’s Blog: http://blogs.discovery.com/jon_and_kate/
Jon and Kate Plus 8 Trivia Game:
http://tlc.discovery.com/tv/jon-and-kate/games/jon-and-kate-plus-8-trivia-game.html
It's a church or a coffee shop? Confluence Coffee is both…and ready to serve
Read the WS Journal article ...
www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/28/congregation-its-a-church-a-coffee-shop-a-church-i/news/
NORTHERN HONDURAS WAS ROCKED BY A POWERFUL 7.1 MAGNITUDE EARTHQUAKE THIS MORNING. At least one fatality associated with the quake.
US and South Korean troops put on High Alert after North Korea threatened military strikes as tensions escalate over its nuclear testing. North Korea renounced a 1953 truce and threatened to strike any ships trying to intercept its vessels. http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,522419,00.html
http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/A/AS_KOREAS_NUCLEAR?SITE=NCAGW&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT
A Pennsylvania woman was arrested Wednesday after her story about being abducted with her daughter unraveled -- quickly turning from a mysterious missing persons case into a criminal investigation that ended in her capture at the Walt Disney World resort in Orlando.
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,522399,00.html
SPORTS:
N-H-L Stanley Cup Finals: Detroit Red Wings and Pittsburg Penguins. The championship series starts Saturday night in Detroit.
In a letter to Dash season ticket holders, the team will not play in their ‘new’ stadium this season. The Dash will take on the Kinston Indians this Friday at 7pm at Wake Forest Baseball Park. (First of a ten-game home stand for the Dash). Ticket info: http://www.wsdash.com/ or by calling the Dash office at (336) 714-2287
Traffic Update: Wilkesboro – Highway 421 southbound at Exit 286-B (River Street). Possible detour because of a sinkhole
5.27.2009
Traffic Problem in Wilkesboro...Sinkhole
Flash flooding has created a large sinkhole in Wilkesboro…
The sinkhole is located southbound Highway 421 at River Street (exit 286-B)
near Wilkes Community College. Detour possible...
Winston-Salem Journal
http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/27/heavy-rains-wash-out-part-us-421/
The sinkhole is located southbound Highway 421 at River Street (exit 286-B)
near Wilkes Community College. Detour possible...
Winston-Salem Journal
http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/27/heavy-rains-wash-out-part-us-421/
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Western Wilkes County is under a Flash Flood Warning until 10:45am. Flash flooding caused by heavy rains yesterday forcing the evacuation of over two dozen people in the Moravian Falls Community in Wilkes County. 6 homes were destroyed in the flooding.
Do you Twitter? The number of Americans using Twitter hit 13.9 million people back in March…up from just a half a million users a year ago. http://www.pluggedinonline.com/
http://www.wxii12.com/news/19570295/detail.html
According to a new report from the American Cancer Society…the number of cancer deaths in the US has declined over the last 15 years. Cancer is the second most common cause of death in the US right behind heart disease.
http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-holliman-surgery-090526,0,6832819.story
Mayor Allen Joines will run for a third term as Winston-Salem's mayor. www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/27/270140/joines-says-hell-run-for-3rd-term-as-mayor/news/
Conservative groups are voicing concern about President Obama’s new Supreme Court nominee. The president has named federal court judge Sonia Sotomayor to succeed retiring Supreme Court Justice David Souter.
www.christianpost.com/article/20090526/pro-lifers-conservatives-voice-concerns-over-new-high-court-pick/index.html
Who is Sotomayor? http://www.aclj.org/TrialNotebook/Read.aspx?id=782
Traditional marriage upheld: California’s high court upholds limiting marriage to between a man and a woman but affirms existing same-sex marriages. http://www.worldmag.com/webextra/15461
(SPORTS) N-H-L Eastern Conference Finals: Game 4: Penguins over the Canes…4 - 1. Pittsburg advances to the Stanley Cup Finals. Oh, well...there's next year?
Do you Twitter? The number of Americans using Twitter hit 13.9 million people back in March…up from just a half a million users a year ago. http://www.pluggedinonline.com/
Follow WBFJ on Twitter http://twitter.com/wbfj
General Motors moves closer to bankruptcy. The nation's largest automaker will be forced to file for bankruptcy court protection within the next five days, Government could take 70% ownership of GM as a bankruptcy filing is all but certain for the automaker. http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/05/27/likely-taking-majority-ownership-gm/
North Korea test firing another round of missiles overnight. North Korea is threatening a military strike on South Korea after reportedly restarting its weapons-grade nuclear plant.
A Terror attack in Pakistan has claimed nearly two dozen lives this morning. Nearly 300 other people were wounded in today's attack on a police station in the city of Lahore.
The Triad is on the radar screen for yet another low-fare airline. JetAmerica is looking at PTI and possibly Smith Reynolds Airport as a stop. The startup airline, based in Clearwater, Florida, begins selling tickets today…with service expected to begin in mid-July. BTW: JetAmerica is offering $9 tickets on at least nine seats on each flight.
http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/27/airline-has-triad-on-list/business/
Several teachers at Oak Ridge Elementary school chose to teach their students outside yesterday. The reason: continued concern about air quality and mold inside the school. Something is making teachers and students sick. School officials said that recently over a half a million dollars has been spent to address the ‘mold’ issue. http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-oak-ridge-mold-090526,0,2623377.story
A proposal to cut the number of school days across the state was dropped in the State House. The proposed plan would have reduced the school calendar from 180 days to 175 next year and to 170 days in 2010-11 in an attempt to save over $300 million dollars. Instead of reducing the school calendar, lawmakers opted to raise annual tuition by $258 dollars for every student in the University of North Carolina system.
http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-story-house-drops-school-canedar,0,2058409.story
The 4-year-old daughter of former heavyweight boxing champ Mike Tyson has died after she was strangled by a cord connected to a treadmill. Exodus Tyson was unconscious when her 7-year-old brother discovered her at their Phoenix home on Monday. The Tyson family is thanking everyone for their support and prayers. http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/05/26/arizona.tyson.daughter/index.html
The driving force behind the latest smoking ban in North Carolina, House Majority Leader Hugh Holliman from Davidson County, is recovering from surgery…. having the lower lobe of his right lung removed. Holliman, a former smoker, was diagnosed with lung cancer in 1999.
North Korea test firing another round of missiles overnight. North Korea is threatening a military strike on South Korea after reportedly restarting its weapons-grade nuclear plant.
A Terror attack in Pakistan has claimed nearly two dozen lives this morning. Nearly 300 other people were wounded in today's attack on a police station in the city of Lahore.
The Triad is on the radar screen for yet another low-fare airline. JetAmerica is looking at PTI and possibly Smith Reynolds Airport as a stop. The startup airline, based in Clearwater, Florida, begins selling tickets today…with service expected to begin in mid-July. BTW: JetAmerica is offering $9 tickets on at least nine seats on each flight.
http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/27/airline-has-triad-on-list/business/
Several teachers at Oak Ridge Elementary school chose to teach their students outside yesterday. The reason: continued concern about air quality and mold inside the school. Something is making teachers and students sick. School officials said that recently over a half a million dollars has been spent to address the ‘mold’ issue. http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-oak-ridge-mold-090526,0,2623377.story
A proposal to cut the number of school days across the state was dropped in the State House. The proposed plan would have reduced the school calendar from 180 days to 175 next year and to 170 days in 2010-11 in an attempt to save over $300 million dollars. Instead of reducing the school calendar, lawmakers opted to raise annual tuition by $258 dollars for every student in the University of North Carolina system.
http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-story-house-drops-school-canedar,0,2058409.story
The 4-year-old daughter of former heavyweight boxing champ Mike Tyson has died after she was strangled by a cord connected to a treadmill. Exodus Tyson was unconscious when her 7-year-old brother discovered her at their Phoenix home on Monday. The Tyson family is thanking everyone for their support and prayers. http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/05/26/arizona.tyson.daughter/index.html
The driving force behind the latest smoking ban in North Carolina, House Majority Leader Hugh Holliman from Davidson County, is recovering from surgery…. having the lower lobe of his right lung removed. Holliman, a former smoker, was diagnosed with lung cancer in 1999.
http://www.wxii12.com/news/19570295/detail.html
According to a new report from the American Cancer Society…the number of cancer deaths in the US has declined over the last 15 years. Cancer is the second most common cause of death in the US right behind heart disease.
http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-holliman-surgery-090526,0,6832819.story
Mayor Allen Joines will run for a third term as Winston-Salem's mayor. www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/27/270140/joines-says-hell-run-for-3rd-term-as-mayor/news/
Conservative groups are voicing concern about President Obama’s new Supreme Court nominee. The president has named federal court judge Sonia Sotomayor to succeed retiring Supreme Court Justice David Souter.
www.christianpost.com/article/20090526/pro-lifers-conservatives-voice-concerns-over-new-high-court-pick/index.html
Who is Sotomayor? http://www.aclj.org/TrialNotebook/Read.aspx?id=782
Traditional marriage upheld: California’s high court upholds limiting marriage to between a man and a woman but affirms existing same-sex marriages. http://www.worldmag.com/webextra/15461
(SPORTS) N-H-L Eastern Conference Finals: Game 4: Penguins over the Canes…4 - 1. Pittsburg advances to the Stanley Cup Finals. Oh, well...there's next year?
5.26.2009
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Today: Showers and thunderstorms…High 77
Flash Flood Warning for Wilkes County until 3pm
Wilkes County Schools: CLOSED
Heavy rain is causing severe flash flooding in southern Wilkes County this morning. Fox 8 News reporting that emergency Crews evacuated between 20 and 25 people from the Germantown Road area this morning in the Moravian Falls Community in Wilkes County. According to the National Weather Service, over 4 inches of rain has fallen over parts of Wilkes County in the past few hours. Additional rainfall is expected.
http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-story-wilkes-flooding-090526,0,2837526.story
URGENT: President Obama taps Circuit Judge Sonia Sotomayor for outgoing Justice David Souter's seat. Big announcement at 10:15am...
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/05/26/bio-judge-sonia-sotomayor/
The State Supreme Court in California is expected to release its opinion on PROP 8 later today. Proposition Eight is the referendum approved by California voters last November, defining marriage as the union of one man and one woman. If the State Supreme Court upholds Prop Eight then it must also determine the fate of the same-gender weddings performed before the referendum passed. www.ProtectMarriage.com
Jon and Kate Plus 8: Is Jon and Kate’s Relationship Is a Victim of Their Reality TV Success????
http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/Television/story?id=7673889&page=1
More saber rattling: North Korea fired two short range missiles earlier today…one day after the underground testing of a nuclear device and missile firing. The UN Security Council has condemned the testing.
Iran has sent six warships into international waters and the Gulf of Aden in a show of defiance following missile tests last week. Iran has threatened to block the strait, through which about 40% of the world's traded oil is shipped, if it is attacked over its nuclear program. http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,521730,00.html
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad proposed a face-to-face debate with President Obama at the UN if he is re-elected next month as Iran's president. http://abcnews.go.com/International/story?id=7670913&page=1
The four-year-old daughter of boxing legend Mike Tyson is listed in "extremely critical condition" after she was injured in a treadmill accident at her home in Phoenix, Arizona. Exodus Tyson was found by her seven-year-old brother on a treadmill "with her neck on ... a cable" attached to the machine.
http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/05/25/arizona.tyson.daughter/index.html
The Minnesota mom who was on the run with her 13 year old son after refusing chemo treatment has returned back home. Colleen Hauser telling CNN that she will now accept whatever course of treatment a court may order for her son. The son, Daniel Hauser, suffers from Hodgkin's lymphoma. He and his parents have said they wanted to treat his illness with alternative, Native American remedies.
Christianity Today magazine says it is ‘closing down’ four publications including Today's Christian Woman. 30 people will lose their jobs. Evangelist Billy Graham started Christianity Today magazine back in 1956.
IN AN EFFORT TO WIN MORE YOUNG PEOPLE TO THE CATHOLIC CHURCH, POPE BENEDICT HAS GOTTEN A FACEBOOK PAGE. The Pope already has his own YouTube channel. The pope's new FaceBook page is NOT an interactive one.
"Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian” tops at the Box Office over the 4-day extended Memorial Day Weekend.
http://www.cbsnews.com/sections/earlyshow/leisure/boxoffice/main500184.shtml
(SPORTS) NASCAR: David Reutimann declared the winner of the rained shortened Coca-Cola 600 (or is that 300) yesterday at Lowes Motor Speedway in Concord.
N-H-L Eastern Conference Finals: Game 4 (Tonight in Raleigh) Carolina Hurricanes vs Pittsburg Penguins (Pitt up 3- 0)
Flash Flood Warning for Wilkes County until 3pm
Wilkes County Schools: CLOSED
Heavy rain is causing severe flash flooding in southern Wilkes County this morning. Fox 8 News reporting that emergency Crews evacuated between 20 and 25 people from the Germantown Road area this morning in the Moravian Falls Community in Wilkes County. According to the National Weather Service, over 4 inches of rain has fallen over parts of Wilkes County in the past few hours. Additional rainfall is expected.
http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-story-wilkes-flooding-090526,0,2837526.story
URGENT: President Obama taps Circuit Judge Sonia Sotomayor for outgoing Justice David Souter's seat. Big announcement at 10:15am...
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/05/26/bio-judge-sonia-sotomayor/
The State Supreme Court in California is expected to release its opinion on PROP 8 later today. Proposition Eight is the referendum approved by California voters last November, defining marriage as the union of one man and one woman. If the State Supreme Court upholds Prop Eight then it must also determine the fate of the same-gender weddings performed before the referendum passed. www.ProtectMarriage.com
Jon and Kate Plus 8: Is Jon and Kate’s Relationship Is a Victim of Their Reality TV Success????
http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/Television/story?id=7673889&page=1
More saber rattling: North Korea fired two short range missiles earlier today…one day after the underground testing of a nuclear device and missile firing. The UN Security Council has condemned the testing.
Iran has sent six warships into international waters and the Gulf of Aden in a show of defiance following missile tests last week. Iran has threatened to block the strait, through which about 40% of the world's traded oil is shipped, if it is attacked over its nuclear program. http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,521730,00.html
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad proposed a face-to-face debate with President Obama at the UN if he is re-elected next month as Iran's president. http://abcnews.go.com/International/story?id=7670913&page=1
The four-year-old daughter of boxing legend Mike Tyson is listed in "extremely critical condition" after she was injured in a treadmill accident at her home in Phoenix, Arizona. Exodus Tyson was found by her seven-year-old brother on a treadmill "with her neck on ... a cable" attached to the machine.
http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/05/25/arizona.tyson.daughter/index.html
The Minnesota mom who was on the run with her 13 year old son after refusing chemo treatment has returned back home. Colleen Hauser telling CNN that she will now accept whatever course of treatment a court may order for her son. The son, Daniel Hauser, suffers from Hodgkin's lymphoma. He and his parents have said they wanted to treat his illness with alternative, Native American remedies.
Christianity Today magazine says it is ‘closing down’ four publications including Today's Christian Woman. 30 people will lose their jobs. Evangelist Billy Graham started Christianity Today magazine back in 1956.
IN AN EFFORT TO WIN MORE YOUNG PEOPLE TO THE CATHOLIC CHURCH, POPE BENEDICT HAS GOTTEN A FACEBOOK PAGE. The Pope already has his own YouTube channel. The pope's new FaceBook page is NOT an interactive one.
"Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian” tops at the Box Office over the 4-day extended Memorial Day Weekend.
http://www.cbsnews.com/sections/earlyshow/leisure/boxoffice/main500184.shtml
(SPORTS) NASCAR: David Reutimann declared the winner of the rained shortened Coca-Cola 600 (or is that 300) yesterday at Lowes Motor Speedway in Concord.
N-H-L Eastern Conference Finals: Game 4 (Tonight in Raleigh) Carolina Hurricanes vs Pittsburg Penguins (Pitt up 3- 0)
5.25.2009
Memorial Day Events
Thomasville
10:30am: Laying of wreath at the Vietnam Memorial (near I-85)
11:30am: Parade from Downtown to Cushwa Stadium
Noon - 2:30pm: Family fun time with hot dogs and special military displays
http://www.ci.thomasville.nc.us/Downloadable_Documents/docs/Memorial%20Day%202009%20Schedule%20of%20Events.pdf
Winston-Salem
Remembrance service at the Joel Coliseum at 6pm
10:30am: Laying of wreath at the Vietnam Memorial (near I-85)
11:30am: Parade from Downtown to Cushwa Stadium
Noon - 2:30pm: Family fun time with hot dogs and special military displays
http://www.ci.thomasville.nc.us/Downloadable_Documents/docs/Memorial%20Day%202009%20Schedule%20of%20Events.pdf
Winston-Salem
Remembrance service at the Joel Coliseum at 6pm
Monday, May 25, 2009
Take your umbrella with you today…
Pull the grill under the carport later today…
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast
Memorial Day: Showers this morning…scattered thunderstorms
possible this afternoon…High 78
The White House Commission on Remembrance is urging Americans to stop whatever they are doing at around 3 p.m. local time today to reflect ‘a minute’ on Memorial Day and honor those who have died in the cause of freedom.
From their website: "The time 3 pm was chosen because it is the time when most Americans are enjoying their freedoms on the national holiday."
“Also, the 3pm ‘Moment’ does not replace traditional Memorial Day events; rather it is an act of national unity in which all Americans, alone or with family and friends, honor those who died for our freedom." http://www.remember.gov/
http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/05/25/memorial.day.minute/index.html
Memorial Day services and events happening today in Thomasville and in Winston-Salem. Details on the News Blog at wbfj.fm.
Remembering a fallen soldier from Mt Airy that was serving in Iraq:
28 year old Lt. Leevi Barnard, of Mount Airy, was a member of the Army National Guard. Barnard was one of three soldiers from the 30th Heavy Brigade Combat that were fatally wounded last Thursday in Baghdad. He was a 1998 graduate of Patrick County High School and is survived by his parents, step-parents, three sisters and two brothers.
http://www.wxii12.com/news/19555410/detail.html
North Korea has successfully carried out an underground nuclear test along with the test-firing of 3 short-range missiles earlier today. President Obama issued a statement describing the reported tests as a "matter of grave concern." The UN Security Council will meet later today. http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,521637,00.html
There are now 13 confirmed cases of the H1-N1 or Swine Flu cases in our state. The most recent case was in Orange County and was confirmed on Friday.
Have your allergies been giving you a fit this Spring? Experts saying that tree-pollen counts are much higher than normal. Blame it on the extra amounts of rain. Story from the Winston-Salem Journal.
"Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian” tops at the Box Office this extended Memorial Day Weekend…knocking off Terminator: Salvation. http://www.cbsnews.com/sections/earlyshow/leisure/boxoffice/main500184.shtml
TRINITY BROADCASTING NETWORK'S BIBLICAL THEME PARK IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA IS GEARING UP FOR VISITORS.
Move over Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World…
Holy Land Experience features realistic re-creations of ancient Israel and dramatizations of favorite Biblical accounts. This summer, the park is adding new live programs including the patriotic concert Let Freedom Ring and the Behold the Lamb Passion drama. http://www.holylandexperience.com/
SPORTS:
NASCAR: Green flag racing starting at noon today (weather permitting) for the Coca-Cola 600 at Lowes Motor Speedway in Concord.
Pull the grill under the carport later today…
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast
Memorial Day: Showers this morning…scattered thunderstorms
possible this afternoon…High 78
The White House Commission on Remembrance is urging Americans to stop whatever they are doing at around 3 p.m. local time today to reflect ‘a minute’ on Memorial Day and honor those who have died in the cause of freedom.
From their website: "The time 3 pm was chosen because it is the time when most Americans are enjoying their freedoms on the national holiday."
“Also, the 3pm ‘Moment’ does not replace traditional Memorial Day events; rather it is an act of national unity in which all Americans, alone or with family and friends, honor those who died for our freedom." http://www.remember.gov/
http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/05/25/memorial.day.minute/index.html
Memorial Day services and events happening today in Thomasville and in Winston-Salem. Details on the News Blog at wbfj.fm.
Remembering a fallen soldier from Mt Airy that was serving in Iraq:
28 year old Lt. Leevi Barnard, of Mount Airy, was a member of the Army National Guard. Barnard was one of three soldiers from the 30th Heavy Brigade Combat that were fatally wounded last Thursday in Baghdad. He was a 1998 graduate of Patrick County High School and is survived by his parents, step-parents, three sisters and two brothers.
http://www.wxii12.com/news/19555410/detail.html
North Korea has successfully carried out an underground nuclear test along with the test-firing of 3 short-range missiles earlier today. President Obama issued a statement describing the reported tests as a "matter of grave concern." The UN Security Council will meet later today. http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,521637,00.html
There are now 13 confirmed cases of the H1-N1 or Swine Flu cases in our state. The most recent case was in Orange County and was confirmed on Friday.
Have your allergies been giving you a fit this Spring? Experts saying that tree-pollen counts are much higher than normal. Blame it on the extra amounts of rain. Story from the Winston-Salem Journal.
"Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian” tops at the Box Office this extended Memorial Day Weekend…knocking off Terminator: Salvation. http://www.cbsnews.com/sections/earlyshow/leisure/boxoffice/main500184.shtml
TRINITY BROADCASTING NETWORK'S BIBLICAL THEME PARK IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA IS GEARING UP FOR VISITORS.
Move over Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World…
Holy Land Experience features realistic re-creations of ancient Israel and dramatizations of favorite Biblical accounts. This summer, the park is adding new live programs including the patriotic concert Let Freedom Ring and the Behold the Lamb Passion drama. http://www.holylandexperience.com/
SPORTS:
NASCAR: Green flag racing starting at noon today (weather permitting) for the Coca-Cola 600 at Lowes Motor Speedway in Concord.
5.21.2009
Welcome homeschoolers!!!!
The 25th Annual NCHE Homeschool Conference & Book Fair is going on through Saturday (May 21-23, 2009) at the Benton Convention Center in downtown Winston-Salem.
A few volunteers are still needed to help out at the state’s largest gathering of homeschoolers.
For more information: (336) 727-2976
NCHE Basic schedule link…
www.nche.com/conference/schedule.php
www.nche.com/conference/workshops.php
A few volunteers are still needed to help out at the state’s largest gathering of homeschoolers.
For more information: (336) 727-2976
NCHE Basic schedule link…
www.nche.com/conference/schedule.php
www.nche.com/conference/workshops.php
Thursday, May 21, 2009
New this morning: The U.S. military says 3 soldiers have been killed and nine others wounded in a roadside bombing in southern Baghdad.
The New York City police commissioner saying that four men (who were arrested last night) wanted to commit ‘jihad’ when they plotted to bomb a Jewish temple and shoot down military planes in upstate New York. The arrests came after a year long undercover investigation.
The suspects are scheduled to appear in Federal court later today.
www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,520908,00.html
http://www.cnn.com/2009/CRIME/05/21/ny.bomb.plot/index.html
Pro-golfer Phil Mickelson will take some time off the PGA tour…his wife Amy has been diagnosed with breast cancer. http://sports.myway.com/news/05202009/v2919.html
President Obama closing military prison at Guantanamo Bay?President Barack Obama will discuss his plan for closing the U.S. military prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Some lawmakers concerned that some of the detainees could be set free in the United States.
http://www.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idUSTRE54K11D20090521
President Obama wants to eliminate funding for ‘abstinence based’ education, but pour an additional $150 million dollars into contraception-based sex education. Congress, though, is not obligated to implement the president's recommendation.
Kris Allen, a 23 year old part-time worship leader from Conway, Arkansas, has been voted in as the newest American Idol. Close to 100 million votes were cast on Tuesday night. (Runner up Adam Lambert). www.americanidol.com
Thanks to Phil Stacey (former American Idol contestant from season 6) who stopped by the studio this morning around 8:30am. Phil just finished his latest CD project “Into the Light” that will hit stores in August. http://philstacey.musiccitynetworks.com/
http://www.americanidol.com/archive/contestants/season6/phil_stacey/
TRINITY BROADCASTING NETWORK'S BIBLICAL THEME PARK IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA IS GEARING UP FOR VISITORS. Move over Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World…
Holy Land Experience features realistic re-creations of ancient Israel and dramatizations of favorite Biblical accounts. This summer, the park is adding new live programs including the patriotic concert Let Freedom Ring and the Behold the Lamb Passion drama.
http://www.holylandexperience.com/
SPORTS:
N-H-L Eastern Conference Finals: TONIGHT Game two: Carolina Hurricanes vs Pittsburg Penguins (Pitt up 1- 0) FYI: Julie Walker (the wife of Canes forward Scott Walker) has been diagnosed with cervical cancer. Doctors are saying that she should make a full recovery.
NBA Eastern Conference Finals: The Orlando Magic handing the Cleveland Cavaliers their first loss of the post-season play-offs…Magic over the Cavaliers…107 – 106
Franklin Graham will deliver a 30-minute message Sunday afternoon during the pre-race festivities at the Coca-Cola 600 at Lowe’s Motor Speedway in Concord. Graham will also deliver the invocation just ahead of the race. The Coca-Cola 600 starts at 5pm Sunday afternoon.
http://www.christianpost.com/Ministries/Figures/2009/05/franklin-graham-to-preach-at-coca-cola-600-racing-event-12/index.html
The New York City police commissioner saying that four men (who were arrested last night) wanted to commit ‘jihad’ when they plotted to bomb a Jewish temple and shoot down military planes in upstate New York. The arrests came after a year long undercover investigation.
The suspects are scheduled to appear in Federal court later today.
www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,520908,00.html
http://www.cnn.com/2009/CRIME/05/21/ny.bomb.plot/index.html
Pro-golfer Phil Mickelson will take some time off the PGA tour…his wife Amy has been diagnosed with breast cancer. http://sports.myway.com/news/05202009/v2919.html
President Obama closing military prison at Guantanamo Bay?President Barack Obama will discuss his plan for closing the U.S. military prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Some lawmakers concerned that some of the detainees could be set free in the United States.
http://www.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idUSTRE54K11D20090521
President Obama wants to eliminate funding for ‘abstinence based’ education, but pour an additional $150 million dollars into contraception-based sex education. Congress, though, is not obligated to implement the president's recommendation.
Kris Allen, a 23 year old part-time worship leader from Conway, Arkansas, has been voted in as the newest American Idol. Close to 100 million votes were cast on Tuesday night. (Runner up Adam Lambert). www.americanidol.com
Thanks to Phil Stacey (former American Idol contestant from season 6) who stopped by the studio this morning around 8:30am. Phil just finished his latest CD project “Into the Light” that will hit stores in August. http://philstacey.musiccitynetworks.com/
http://www.americanidol.com/archive/contestants/season6/phil_stacey/
TRINITY BROADCASTING NETWORK'S BIBLICAL THEME PARK IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA IS GEARING UP FOR VISITORS. Move over Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World…
Holy Land Experience features realistic re-creations of ancient Israel and dramatizations of favorite Biblical accounts. This summer, the park is adding new live programs including the patriotic concert Let Freedom Ring and the Behold the Lamb Passion drama.
http://www.holylandexperience.com/
SPORTS:
N-H-L Eastern Conference Finals: TONIGHT Game two: Carolina Hurricanes vs Pittsburg Penguins (Pitt up 1- 0) FYI: Julie Walker (the wife of Canes forward Scott Walker) has been diagnosed with cervical cancer. Doctors are saying that she should make a full recovery.
NBA Eastern Conference Finals: The Orlando Magic handing the Cleveland Cavaliers their first loss of the post-season play-offs…Magic over the Cavaliers…107 – 106
Franklin Graham will deliver a 30-minute message Sunday afternoon during the pre-race festivities at the Coca-Cola 600 at Lowe’s Motor Speedway in Concord. Graham will also deliver the invocation just ahead of the race. The Coca-Cola 600 starts at 5pm Sunday afternoon.
http://www.christianpost.com/Ministries/Figures/2009/05/franklin-graham-to-preach-at-coca-cola-600-racing-event-12/index.html
5.20.2009
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
The U.S. Census Bureau is looking for a few good applicants just ahead of the 2010 Census to fill management positions in 10 local census offices scheduled to open this fall in North Carolina.
Pay for the census management jobs ranges from $17.00 to $33.50 per hour, depending on position and location. Winston-Salem, Asheboro and Hickory are some of the 10 cities.
Details: www.census.gov/rocha/www/2010emply.html.
FYI: Census results are used to determine the number of congressional seats for each state, the shape of legislative and local government districts, and how $300 billion in federal funds is distributed annually to communities across America.
A BILL DESIGNED TO PROTECT CREDIT CARD HOLDERS HAS WON OVERWHELMING SUPPORT IN THE SENATE. The measure would outlaw hidden fees and curb sudden increases in interest rates.
THE US IS SENDING OVER $100-MILLION DOLLARS IN EMERGENCY AID TO PAKISTAN. Nearly two million people have been displaced by fighting between government troops and Taliban militants.
THE BILLY GRAHAM EVANGELISTIC ASSOCIATION IS USING A NEW MUSIC VIDEO FROM TENTH AVENUE NORTH FEATURING THEIR HIT SONG “BY YOUR SIDE” TO PROMOTE ITS RAPID RESPONSE TEAM. The Rapid Response Team is made up of crisis-trained chaplains who travel to areas of natural or man-made disasters and minister to the victims.BTW: Tenth Avenue North was named New Artist Of The Year at the 40th Annual Dove Awards in April.
DANNY GOKEY -- THE FORMER WORSHIP LEADER WHO MADE IT TO THE FINAL THREE ON AMERICAN IDOL SEASON EIGHT -- SAYS HE'S NOT PLANNING ON RECORDING A CHRISTIAN ALBUM. The Milwaukee native told reporters he sees himself as a Christian who sings mainstream music rather than singing strictly Christian music. But according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Danny's first priority is to put more time and energy into the foundation he started in honor of his late wife. Sophia's Heart is designed to help disadvantaged children. Danny's wife, Sophia, passed away during heart surgery last summer.
The winner will be announced tonight on American Idol
Speaking of American Idol: One local Christian school will be featured in a Harris Teeter Commercial tonight during American Idol. Over 180 schools entered the “my harris teeter jingle” contest. Wesleyan Christian Academy’s Servant / Praise Band in High Point
was the winning school. www.harristeeter.com/pressroom
Governor Perdue signed into law the state's first 'smoking ban' for restaurants and bars yesterday. The bill's number one supporter, Representative Hugh Holliman, D-Davidson County, is a two-time cancer survivor. The bill takes effect Jan. 2. http://www.myfox8.com/news/politics/wghp-holliman-smoking-bill-090519,0,5648921.story
Authorities nationwide are on the lookout for a mother and her 13-year-old son who have been refusing cancer treatment…that doctors say could save the boy's life. The teen, Daniel Hauser, has Hodgkin's lymphoma. The mother, Colleen Hauser and her son, Daniel, have vanished…apparently leaving their southern Minnesota home sometime after a doctor's appointment on Monday. An X-ray showed his tumor had grown. Daniel's Hodgkin's lymphoma is considered highly curable with chemotherapy and radiation, but the boy quit chemo after a single treatment. With his parents, he opted instead for "alternative medicines," citing religious beliefs.
http://www.myfox8.com/news/nationworld/sns-ap-us-forced-chemo,0,7108146.story
Enter a Missions Photo Contest: ‘Adventures In Missions’ is hosting a Missions Photo Contest highlighting ‘ministry in action’. The winning photos will be published. Cash prizes will be awarded to the first – fifth place winners. The deadline for the contest is June 15th (July 31). More information:
www.adventures.orghttp://updates.adventures.org/?filename=missions-photo-contest-enter-and-win
Pay for the census management jobs ranges from $17.00 to $33.50 per hour, depending on position and location. Winston-Salem, Asheboro and Hickory are some of the 10 cities.
Details: www.census.gov/rocha/www/2010emply.html.
FYI: Census results are used to determine the number of congressional seats for each state, the shape of legislative and local government districts, and how $300 billion in federal funds is distributed annually to communities across America.
A BILL DESIGNED TO PROTECT CREDIT CARD HOLDERS HAS WON OVERWHELMING SUPPORT IN THE SENATE. The measure would outlaw hidden fees and curb sudden increases in interest rates.
THE US IS SENDING OVER $100-MILLION DOLLARS IN EMERGENCY AID TO PAKISTAN. Nearly two million people have been displaced by fighting between government troops and Taliban militants.
THE BILLY GRAHAM EVANGELISTIC ASSOCIATION IS USING A NEW MUSIC VIDEO FROM TENTH AVENUE NORTH FEATURING THEIR HIT SONG “BY YOUR SIDE” TO PROMOTE ITS RAPID RESPONSE TEAM. The Rapid Response Team is made up of crisis-trained chaplains who travel to areas of natural or man-made disasters and minister to the victims.BTW: Tenth Avenue North was named New Artist Of The Year at the 40th Annual Dove Awards in April.
DANNY GOKEY -- THE FORMER WORSHIP LEADER WHO MADE IT TO THE FINAL THREE ON AMERICAN IDOL SEASON EIGHT -- SAYS HE'S NOT PLANNING ON RECORDING A CHRISTIAN ALBUM. The Milwaukee native told reporters he sees himself as a Christian who sings mainstream music rather than singing strictly Christian music. But according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Danny's first priority is to put more time and energy into the foundation he started in honor of his late wife. Sophia's Heart is designed to help disadvantaged children. Danny's wife, Sophia, passed away during heart surgery last summer.
The winner will be announced tonight on American Idol
Speaking of American Idol: One local Christian school will be featured in a Harris Teeter Commercial tonight during American Idol. Over 180 schools entered the “my harris teeter jingle” contest. Wesleyan Christian Academy’s Servant / Praise Band in High Point
was the winning school. www.harristeeter.com/pressroom
Governor Perdue signed into law the state's first 'smoking ban' for restaurants and bars yesterday. The bill's number one supporter, Representative Hugh Holliman, D-Davidson County, is a two-time cancer survivor. The bill takes effect Jan. 2. http://www.myfox8.com/news/politics/wghp-holliman-smoking-bill-090519,0,5648921.story
Authorities nationwide are on the lookout for a mother and her 13-year-old son who have been refusing cancer treatment…that doctors say could save the boy's life. The teen, Daniel Hauser, has Hodgkin's lymphoma. The mother, Colleen Hauser and her son, Daniel, have vanished…apparently leaving their southern Minnesota home sometime after a doctor's appointment on Monday. An X-ray showed his tumor had grown. Daniel's Hodgkin's lymphoma is considered highly curable with chemotherapy and radiation, but the boy quit chemo after a single treatment. With his parents, he opted instead for "alternative medicines," citing religious beliefs.
http://www.myfox8.com/news/nationworld/sns-ap-us-forced-chemo,0,7108146.story
Enter a Missions Photo Contest: ‘Adventures In Missions’ is hosting a Missions Photo Contest highlighting ‘ministry in action’. The winning photos will be published. Cash prizes will be awarded to the first – fifth place winners. The deadline for the contest is June 15th (July 31). More information:
www.adventures.orghttp://updates.adventures.org/?filename=missions-photo-contest-enter-and-win
5.19.2009
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Today: Sunny and breezy…High near 70
THE PRESIDENT WILL ANNOUNCE TOUGH NEW EMISSIONS AND MILEAGE STANDARDS FOR CARS AND TRUCKS. The proposal will raise fuel efficiency targets for passenger vehicles and light trucks as well as tougher standards for tailpipe emissions.
State refund payments are once again being sent out…a month after the filing deadline. Cash flow problems in Raleigh have improved. People that filed electronic returns should get a refund in two to four weeks, while those who turned in paper returns will still have to wait six to 12 weeks. http://www2.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/19/state-tax-refund-payments-back-time-after-delays/
Governor Bev Perdue will sign into law today the state’s first smoking ban in restaurants and bars. The law will go into effect Jan. 2.
The chancellor of North Carolina State University said Monday that it would be best for the university if former first lady Mary Easley resigns her position at the school.
Two university officials resigned last week following accusations they acted inappropriately in the hiring of Mary Easley.
A federal grand jury investigation of former Governor Mike Easley and the use of private aircraft before and during his two terms as governor…continues. http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-chancellor-easley-090518,0,5285262.story
Winston-Salem police will soon be equipped with Tasers. The City Council has approved the purchase last night. Some Forsyth County sheriff's deputies already carry Tasers. http://www.digtriad.com/news/features/article.aspx?storyid=124392&catid=216
A Rose by any other name…? Eastern Nazarene College (a Christian college in Quincy, Massachusetts) is switching mascots. The College will now be known as the Lions, not the Crusaders. The school's president points out that Bible refers to Jesus as the Lion of the tribe of Judah. And he says the lion is a symbol of courage and strength.
Bird-watching isn't for wimps. At least not the way Bill Baker and his buddies do it. Baker was part of a three-man team competing in the recent Great Texas Birding Classic in Gulf Coast, Texas. Here’s the deal: The teams comb the Texas coastline, seeing who can spot the most species over five days. Baker says they don't get much sleep and survive on fast food. And these bird-watchers even have to play hurt. "Warblers neck" is a common injury, a cramp that comes from all that upward head tilting. But it was worth it. http://www.digtriad.com/news/watercooler/article.aspx?storyid=124386&catid=176
And then there were two…Adam and Kris. Tonight is the final ‘performance’ night on American Idol. www.americanidol.com
Auditions will be held in Wilmington and Savannah, Ga., for the new Miley Cyrus movie, "The Last Song." . Auditions will be held in both cities, with callbacks in Savannah. Information:
Those interested in the roles should e-mail head shots and resumes to Timothy Donner (daercom@msn.com). Donner is the associate casting director and he'll advise those interested when and where the audition will be held. Be sure to mention "Last Song" in the e-mail.
Volunteers needed: The ‘Stamp-Out Hunger’ letter carrier food drive brought in 112,000 pounds of non-perishable food items to help feed the hungry through Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC. Now, they need help sorting the food items. If you can volunteer call 784-5770
http://www.hungernwnc.org/
Enter a Missions Photo Contest: ‘Adventures In Missions’ is hosting a Missions Photo Contest highlighting ‘ministry in action’. The winning photos will be published. Cash prizes will be awarded to the first – fifth place winners. The deadline for the contest is June 15th (July 31).
More information is available online at www.adventures.org
http://updates.adventures.org/?filename=missions-photo-contest-enter-and-win
SPORTS: N-H-L Eastern Conference Finals: Game One: Pittsburg Penguins over Carolina Hurricanes…3 – 2. Game two: Thursday night
Julie Walker (the wife of Canes forward Scott Walker) has been diagnosed with cervical cancer. Doctors are saying that she should make a full recovery.
THE PRESIDENT WILL ANNOUNCE TOUGH NEW EMISSIONS AND MILEAGE STANDARDS FOR CARS AND TRUCKS. The proposal will raise fuel efficiency targets for passenger vehicles and light trucks as well as tougher standards for tailpipe emissions.
State refund payments are once again being sent out…a month after the filing deadline. Cash flow problems in Raleigh have improved. People that filed electronic returns should get a refund in two to four weeks, while those who turned in paper returns will still have to wait six to 12 weeks. http://www2.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/19/state-tax-refund-payments-back-time-after-delays/
Governor Bev Perdue will sign into law today the state’s first smoking ban in restaurants and bars. The law will go into effect Jan. 2.
The chancellor of North Carolina State University said Monday that it would be best for the university if former first lady Mary Easley resigns her position at the school.
Two university officials resigned last week following accusations they acted inappropriately in the hiring of Mary Easley.
A federal grand jury investigation of former Governor Mike Easley and the use of private aircraft before and during his two terms as governor…continues. http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-chancellor-easley-090518,0,5285262.story
Winston-Salem police will soon be equipped with Tasers. The City Council has approved the purchase last night. Some Forsyth County sheriff's deputies already carry Tasers. http://www.digtriad.com/news/features/article.aspx?storyid=124392&catid=216
A Rose by any other name…? Eastern Nazarene College (a Christian college in Quincy, Massachusetts) is switching mascots. The College will now be known as the Lions, not the Crusaders. The school's president points out that Bible refers to Jesus as the Lion of the tribe of Judah. And he says the lion is a symbol of courage and strength.
Bird-watching isn't for wimps. At least not the way Bill Baker and his buddies do it. Baker was part of a three-man team competing in the recent Great Texas Birding Classic in Gulf Coast, Texas. Here’s the deal: The teams comb the Texas coastline, seeing who can spot the most species over five days. Baker says they don't get much sleep and survive on fast food. And these bird-watchers even have to play hurt. "Warblers neck" is a common injury, a cramp that comes from all that upward head tilting. But it was worth it. http://www.digtriad.com/news/watercooler/article.aspx?storyid=124386&catid=176
And then there were two…Adam and Kris. Tonight is the final ‘performance’ night on American Idol. www.americanidol.com
Auditions will be held in Wilmington and Savannah, Ga., for the new Miley Cyrus movie, "The Last Song." . Auditions will be held in both cities, with callbacks in Savannah. Information:
Those interested in the roles should e-mail head shots and resumes to Timothy Donner (daercom@msn.com). Donner is the associate casting director and he'll advise those interested when and where the audition will be held. Be sure to mention "Last Song" in the e-mail.
Volunteers needed: The ‘Stamp-Out Hunger’ letter carrier food drive brought in 112,000 pounds of non-perishable food items to help feed the hungry through Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC. Now, they need help sorting the food items. If you can volunteer call 784-5770
http://www.hungernwnc.org/
Enter a Missions Photo Contest: ‘Adventures In Missions’ is hosting a Missions Photo Contest highlighting ‘ministry in action’. The winning photos will be published. Cash prizes will be awarded to the first – fifth place winners. The deadline for the contest is June 15th (July 31).
More information is available online at www.adventures.org
http://updates.adventures.org/?filename=missions-photo-contest-enter-and-win
SPORTS: N-H-L Eastern Conference Finals: Game One: Pittsburg Penguins over Carolina Hurricanes…3 – 2. Game two: Thursday night
Julie Walker (the wife of Canes forward Scott Walker) has been diagnosed with cervical cancer. Doctors are saying that she should make a full recovery.
5.18.2009
Monday, May 18, 2009
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Today: Sunny and cool…High 64
This Morning, Vice-President Joe Biden will deliver the commencement speech at Wake Forest University. Graduation starts at 9am outdoors on Hearn Plaza. Biden will receive an honorary law degree. Also, Maureen Orth, the widow of Meet the Press moderator Tim Russert, will accept an honorary degree on her husband's behalf. http://www.wfu.edu/
Over the weekend, hundreds of pro-life demonstrators gathered outside the campus of Notre Dame University before President Obama’s commencement address on Sunday. 40 demonstrators were arrested. The president urged those in the audience to (quote) "work together to reduce the number of women seeking abortions." The president is outspoken in his support of Pro-abortion rights and embryonic stem cell research that runs in sharp contrast to the teachings of the Catholic Church. (RnR)
Former TV anchor Tolly Carr is expected to be released from prison today, less than two years after he pleaded guilty to charges related to a fatal drunken-driving wreck that claimed the life of 26 year old Casey Bokhoven on March 11, 2007. Carr will be on a five year probation after his release, ordered to perform 100 hours of community service and pay a $10,000 dollar fine to the public school system.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/18/article/former_wxii_anchor_to_be_released_from_prison
THE FIRST SWINE-FLU RELATED FATALITY IN THE STATE OF NEW YORK HAS BEEN REPORTED. An assistant principal at one of the city's public schools passed away Sunday evening, five days after entering the hospital. The 55-year old man had a history of medical problems that may have put him at greater risk.
THE LOS ANGELES AREA WAS SHAKEN BY A MODERATE 4.7 MAGNITUDE EARTHQUAKE YESTERDAY EVENING. There are no reports of any injuries or serious damage.
‘Angels and Demons’ tops at the Box Office over the weekend. The new Star Trek movie falling to second. Check out the Plugged In Review of Angels and Demons: www.pluggedinonline.com/movies/movies/a0004635.cfm
Auditions will be held in Wilmington and Savannah, Ga., for the new Miley Cyrus movie, "The Last Song." Auditions will be held in both cities, with callbacks in Savannah. FYI: Those interested in the roles should e-mail head shots and resumes to Timothy Donner (daercom@msn.com). Donner is the associate casting director and he'll advise those interested when and where the audition will be held. Be sure to mention "Last Song" in the e-mail.
Volunteers needed: The ‘Stamp-Out Hunger’ letter carrier food drive brought in 112,000 pounds of non-perishable food items to help feed the hungry through Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC. Now, they need help sorting the food items. If you can volunteer call 784-5770
http://www.hungernwnc.org/
Enter a Missions Photo Contest: ‘Adventures In Missions’ is hosting a Missions Photo Contest highlighting ‘ministry in action’. The winning photos will be published. Cash prizes will be awarded to the first – fifth place winners. The deadline for the contest is June 15th (July 31).
More information is available online at www.adventures.org
http://updates.adventures.org/?filename=missions-photo-contest-enter-and-win
SPORTS: N-H-L Eastern Conference Finals: Game One: Carolina Hurricanes vs Pitt Penguins
FYI: Julie Walker (the wife of Canes forward Scott Walker) has been diagnosed with cervical cancer. Doctors are saying that she should make a full recovery.
Traffic in Greensboro: City crews are replacing a water main. The two left lanes of EB Wendover Avenue from Hill Street to Cridland Road will remain closed until tomorrow at 7am.
This Morning, Vice-President Joe Biden will deliver the commencement speech at Wake Forest University. Graduation starts at 9am outdoors on Hearn Plaza. Biden will receive an honorary law degree. Also, Maureen Orth, the widow of Meet the Press moderator Tim Russert, will accept an honorary degree on her husband's behalf. http://www.wfu.edu/
Over the weekend, hundreds of pro-life demonstrators gathered outside the campus of Notre Dame University before President Obama’s commencement address on Sunday. 40 demonstrators were arrested. The president urged those in the audience to (quote) "work together to reduce the number of women seeking abortions." The president is outspoken in his support of Pro-abortion rights and embryonic stem cell research that runs in sharp contrast to the teachings of the Catholic Church. (RnR)
Former TV anchor Tolly Carr is expected to be released from prison today, less than two years after he pleaded guilty to charges related to a fatal drunken-driving wreck that claimed the life of 26 year old Casey Bokhoven on March 11, 2007. Carr will be on a five year probation after his release, ordered to perform 100 hours of community service and pay a $10,000 dollar fine to the public school system.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/18/article/former_wxii_anchor_to_be_released_from_prison
THE FIRST SWINE-FLU RELATED FATALITY IN THE STATE OF NEW YORK HAS BEEN REPORTED. An assistant principal at one of the city's public schools passed away Sunday evening, five days after entering the hospital. The 55-year old man had a history of medical problems that may have put him at greater risk.
THE LOS ANGELES AREA WAS SHAKEN BY A MODERATE 4.7 MAGNITUDE EARTHQUAKE YESTERDAY EVENING. There are no reports of any injuries or serious damage.
‘Angels and Demons’ tops at the Box Office over the weekend. The new Star Trek movie falling to second. Check out the Plugged In Review of Angels and Demons: www.pluggedinonline.com/movies/movies/a0004635.cfm
Auditions will be held in Wilmington and Savannah, Ga., for the new Miley Cyrus movie, "The Last Song." Auditions will be held in both cities, with callbacks in Savannah. FYI: Those interested in the roles should e-mail head shots and resumes to Timothy Donner (daercom@msn.com). Donner is the associate casting director and he'll advise those interested when and where the audition will be held. Be sure to mention "Last Song" in the e-mail.
Volunteers needed: The ‘Stamp-Out Hunger’ letter carrier food drive brought in 112,000 pounds of non-perishable food items to help feed the hungry through Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC. Now, they need help sorting the food items. If you can volunteer call 784-5770
http://www.hungernwnc.org/
Enter a Missions Photo Contest: ‘Adventures In Missions’ is hosting a Missions Photo Contest highlighting ‘ministry in action’. The winning photos will be published. Cash prizes will be awarded to the first – fifth place winners. The deadline for the contest is June 15th (July 31).
More information is available online at www.adventures.org
http://updates.adventures.org/?filename=missions-photo-contest-enter-and-win
SPORTS: N-H-L Eastern Conference Finals: Game One: Carolina Hurricanes vs Pitt Penguins
FYI: Julie Walker (the wife of Canes forward Scott Walker) has been diagnosed with cervical cancer. Doctors are saying that she should make a full recovery.
Traffic in Greensboro: City crews are replacing a water main. The two left lanes of EB Wendover Avenue from Hill Street to Cridland Road will remain closed until tomorrow at 7am.
5.15.2009
Friday, May 15, 2009
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast
Scattered showers and thunderstorms through the weekend with mild temperatures.
Volunteers needed: The ‘Stamp-Out Hunger’ letter carrier food drive brought in 112,000 pounds of non-perishable food items to help feed the hungry through Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC last Saturday. Now, they need help sorting the food items. If you can volunteer call 784-5770. http://www.hungernwnc.org/
SWITCHFOOT FRONTMAN JON FOREMAN HAS JUST FINISHED A WATER-ONLY FAST TO RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT THE HUMANITARIAN CRISIS IN THE DARFUR REGION OF SUDAN. Jon's ‘fast’ is part of The Darfur Fast For Life campaign. Jon’s thoughts: http://fastdarfur.org/?cat=39
FYI: The new Switchfoot project titled "Hello Hurricane" should be out later this summer.
www.switchfoot.com
Enter a Missions Photo Contest: ‘Adventures In Missions’ is hosting a Missions Photo Contest highlighting ‘ministry in action’. The winning photos will be published. Cash prizes will be awarded to the first – fifth place winners. The deadline for the contest is June 15th (July 31). More information: www.adventures.org
http://updates.adventures.org/?filename=missions-photo-contest-enter-and-win
(Saturday) The Forsyth County Law Enforcement Foundation is holding it’s annual 5K Fun Run tomorrow at Tanglewood Park…wrapping up National Law Enforcement Week To register: www.co.forsyth.nc.us/tanglewood/?NewsID=2031
General Motors is notifying 1,100 dealers today that their franchise agreements will not be renewed. On Thursday, Chrysler will eliminate close to 800 dealers nationwide…including two local dealerships…City Motors in Greensboro and Stearns Chrysler-Jeep in Graham.
Customer warranties will still be honored. (Greensboro News/Record)
Protests planned on the campus of Notre Dame University this weekend in advance of President Obama’s commencement address on Sunday. The local Catholic bishop and a number of graduating seniors are boycotting the commencement service. President Obama is a strong supporter of abortion rights, something the Catholic Church steadfastly opposes. http://www.onenewsnow.com/Business/Default.aspx?id=529828
THE NUMBER OF CONFIRMED AND PROBABLE CASES OF SWINE FLU IN THE US HAS NOW TOPPED FOUR THOUSAND. A SWINE FLU OUTBREAK IN NEW YORK CITY HAS PROMPTED EDUCATION OFFICIALS TO CLOSE THREE SCHOOLS IN QUEENS. The schools will be closed for a minimum of five school days beginning today.
ONE DOWN FOUR TO GO: The crew aboard the Space Shuttle Atlantis planning on a second spacewalk today to service and repair the Hubble Space Telescope.
SPORTS:
-N-H-L Eastern Conference Semi-Finals: Game 7: Carolina Hurricanes over the Boston Bruins (in OT) 3-2
-The 134th running of the Preakness (second of the Triple Crown)
-NASCAR: All-Star Race at Lowes Motor Speedway in Concord 0nSaturday night.
Scattered showers and thunderstorms through the weekend with mild temperatures.
Volunteers needed: The ‘Stamp-Out Hunger’ letter carrier food drive brought in 112,000 pounds of non-perishable food items to help feed the hungry through Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC last Saturday. Now, they need help sorting the food items. If you can volunteer call 784-5770. http://www.hungernwnc.org/
SWITCHFOOT FRONTMAN JON FOREMAN HAS JUST FINISHED A WATER-ONLY FAST TO RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT THE HUMANITARIAN CRISIS IN THE DARFUR REGION OF SUDAN. Jon's ‘fast’ is part of The Darfur Fast For Life campaign. Jon’s thoughts: http://fastdarfur.org/?cat=39
FYI: The new Switchfoot project titled "Hello Hurricane" should be out later this summer.
www.switchfoot.com
Enter a Missions Photo Contest: ‘Adventures In Missions’ is hosting a Missions Photo Contest highlighting ‘ministry in action’. The winning photos will be published. Cash prizes will be awarded to the first – fifth place winners. The deadline for the contest is June 15th (July 31). More information: www.adventures.org
http://updates.adventures.org/?filename=missions-photo-contest-enter-and-win
(Saturday) The Forsyth County Law Enforcement Foundation is holding it’s annual 5K Fun Run tomorrow at Tanglewood Park…wrapping up National Law Enforcement Week To register: www.co.forsyth.nc.us/tanglewood/?NewsID=2031
General Motors is notifying 1,100 dealers today that their franchise agreements will not be renewed. On Thursday, Chrysler will eliminate close to 800 dealers nationwide…including two local dealerships…City Motors in Greensboro and Stearns Chrysler-Jeep in Graham.
Customer warranties will still be honored. (Greensboro News/Record)
Protests planned on the campus of Notre Dame University this weekend in advance of President Obama’s commencement address on Sunday. The local Catholic bishop and a number of graduating seniors are boycotting the commencement service. President Obama is a strong supporter of abortion rights, something the Catholic Church steadfastly opposes. http://www.onenewsnow.com/Business/Default.aspx?id=529828
THE NUMBER OF CONFIRMED AND PROBABLE CASES OF SWINE FLU IN THE US HAS NOW TOPPED FOUR THOUSAND. A SWINE FLU OUTBREAK IN NEW YORK CITY HAS PROMPTED EDUCATION OFFICIALS TO CLOSE THREE SCHOOLS IN QUEENS. The schools will be closed for a minimum of five school days beginning today.
ONE DOWN FOUR TO GO: The crew aboard the Space Shuttle Atlantis planning on a second spacewalk today to service and repair the Hubble Space Telescope.
SPORTS:
-N-H-L Eastern Conference Semi-Finals: Game 7: Carolina Hurricanes over the Boston Bruins (in OT) 3-2
-The 134th running of the Preakness (second of the Triple Crown)
-NASCAR: All-Star Race at Lowes Motor Speedway in Concord 0nSaturday night.
5.14.2009
Thursday, May 14, 2009
This week is National Law Enforcement Week
The Forsyth County Law Enforcement Foundation is holding its annual Memorial Service for fallen officers…tonight. The service is open to the public. It starts at 7pm at Pinedale Christian Church.
http://www.cityofws.org/Home/Departments/Police/Events/ForsythCountyLawEnforcementMemorialService05-14-2009
Contact the Church Office for more information: (336) 788-7600
Also...5K Fun Run this Saturday at Tanglewood Park (details)
www.co.forsyth.nc.us/tanglewood/?NewsID=2031
Do you have a cool one-of-a-kind photo from a past mission trip? Adventures In Missions is hosting a Missions Photo Contest this summer. The ultimate goal of the photo contest is highlight ‘ministry in action’. The winning photos will be published. Cash prizes will be awarded to the first – fifth place winners. More information is available online at www.adventures.org
Deadline for the contest: June 15th / July 31
http://updates.adventures.org/?filename=missions-photo-contest-enter-and-win
Major smoking ban affecting all restaurants and bars in North Carolina passes the General Assembly. Governor Perdue plans on signing the measure into law. The smoking ban will take effect January 2.
Northern Guilford High School has been striped of its state boys basketball championship…after school officials determined that Northern Guilford had used two ineligible players.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/13/article/sources_northern_team_to_lose_championship_title
Officials with Arizona State University electing NOT to give President Obama an ‘Honorary Degree’ yesterday…even though the president was the commencement speaker…saying that the President “hadn't accomplished enough yet to earn an honorary degree”.
The university instead renamed a scholarship for the nation's 44th president.
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/elections/2009/05/13/obama-welcomed-arizona-state-graduation/
POPE BENEDICT VISITING NAZARETH TODAY OFFERING HIS FULL SUPPORT FOR AN INDEPENDENT PALESTINIAN STATE. The Pope is in the midst of a weeklong tour of the Holy Land that wraps up on Friday.
SPORTS: Rusty LaRue is going back ‘home’ to Wake Forest’ as an assistant basketball coach. LaRue is currently the AD and boys basketball coach at Forsyth Country Day.
ASU Head Football Coach Jerry Moore will be inducted into the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame tonight in Raleigh.
http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/14/asu-coach-to-be-enshrined-in-nc-hall-of-fame/sports/
N-H-L Eastern Conference Finals: Carolina Hurricanes vs the Boston Bruins: Game 7 tonight
Doing a 1-80? President Obama has changed his mind and will oppose a court ruling ordering the release of photos potentially showing detainee abuse at the hands of U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. The president says the images could threaten national security and the security of U.S. forces overseas.
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/05/13/obama-employ-legislative-tactics-block-release-detainee-photos/
The Forsyth County Law Enforcement Foundation is holding its annual Memorial Service for fallen officers…tonight. The service is open to the public. It starts at 7pm at Pinedale Christian Church.
http://www.cityofws.org/Home/Departments/Police/Events/ForsythCountyLawEnforcementMemorialService05-14-2009
Contact the Church Office for more information: (336) 788-7600
Also...5K Fun Run this Saturday at Tanglewood Park (details)
www.co.forsyth.nc.us/tanglewood/?NewsID=2031
Do you have a cool one-of-a-kind photo from a past mission trip? Adventures In Missions is hosting a Missions Photo Contest this summer. The ultimate goal of the photo contest is highlight ‘ministry in action’. The winning photos will be published. Cash prizes will be awarded to the first – fifth place winners. More information is available online at www.adventures.org
Deadline for the contest: June 15th / July 31
http://updates.adventures.org/?filename=missions-photo-contest-enter-and-win
Major smoking ban affecting all restaurants and bars in North Carolina passes the General Assembly. Governor Perdue plans on signing the measure into law. The smoking ban will take effect January 2.
Northern Guilford High School has been striped of its state boys basketball championship…after school officials determined that Northern Guilford had used two ineligible players.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/13/article/sources_northern_team_to_lose_championship_title
Officials with Arizona State University electing NOT to give President Obama an ‘Honorary Degree’ yesterday…even though the president was the commencement speaker…saying that the President “hadn't accomplished enough yet to earn an honorary degree”.
The university instead renamed a scholarship for the nation's 44th president.
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/elections/2009/05/13/obama-welcomed-arizona-state-graduation/
POPE BENEDICT VISITING NAZARETH TODAY OFFERING HIS FULL SUPPORT FOR AN INDEPENDENT PALESTINIAN STATE. The Pope is in the midst of a weeklong tour of the Holy Land that wraps up on Friday.
SPORTS: Rusty LaRue is going back ‘home’ to Wake Forest’ as an assistant basketball coach. LaRue is currently the AD and boys basketball coach at Forsyth Country Day.
ASU Head Football Coach Jerry Moore will be inducted into the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame tonight in Raleigh.
http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/14/asu-coach-to-be-enshrined-in-nc-hall-of-fame/sports/
N-H-L Eastern Conference Finals: Carolina Hurricanes vs the Boston Bruins: Game 7 tonight
Doing a 1-80? President Obama has changed his mind and will oppose a court ruling ordering the release of photos potentially showing detainee abuse at the hands of U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. The president says the images could threaten national security and the security of U.S. forces overseas.
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/05/13/obama-employ-legislative-tactics-block-release-detainee-photos/
5.13.2009
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Miss California will keep her state crown. Carrie Prejean was named first runner-up at the Miss USA pageant on April 19, where she responding to a judge's question by saying she favored limiting marriage to one man and one woman. http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,519931,00.html
Listen to Carrie’s 2 day interview with Dr Dobson earlier in the week… (Focus on the Family Part one and two…links on the News Blog) http://listen.family.org/daily/A000001960.cfm
So, do you remember who actually won Miss USA 2009?
http://www.dancewithshadows.com/pageants/miss-usa-2009-winner-kristen-dalton-miss-north-carolina-2009/
The FDA sending a warning letter to General Mills (the maker of Cheerios) that the company made ‘inappropriate claims’ about the cereal's ability to lower cholesterol and treat heart disease. Regulators say that only FDA-approved drugs are allowed to make such claims.
Cheerios is the best-selling cereal brand in the US…with sales of $1.4 billion dollars last year.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/12/article/fda_takes_issue_with_cheerios_health_claims
There are now a dozen confirmed cases of H1N1 or swine flu in North Carolina. State health officials confirmed the latest case in Rutherford County. The other confirmed cases are in three Eastern counties: Craven, Carteret and Onslow County.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/12/article/swine_flu_case_confirmed_in_western_north_carolina
The SBI is now investigating four different crime scenes…after a shootout between authorities and robbery suspects in Randolph County last night. A stand off happened after 2 suspects robbery a BP Station on 220 Business in Randleman. Investigators are still looking for a second suspect. http://www.digtriad.com/news/top/article.aspx?storyid=124070&catid=14
Deadly Go-Cart accident in Greensboro: A 42-year-old man died Tuesday night when the go-cart he was driving hit a car…head-on on Old Randleman Road in Guilford County. Dirk Hucks was pronounced dead at the scene just after 9 p.m last night.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/12/article/1_killed_in_go_cart_accident
Guilford County Schools officials hope they have resolved mold issues at Oak Ridge Elementary School after students and faculty complained for nearly four years about respiratory problems and other health concerns. Workers are removing rubber-backed carpeting from four classrooms after mold was discovered under the carpet last month. The school sent a letter to parents this week about the mold and cleanup. Some parents have pulled their children out of the school because of the problems.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/12/article/mold_found_at_elementary_school_again
THE QUESTION OF WHO APPROVED HARSH INTERROGATION TECHNIQUES DURING THE BUSH ADMINISTRATION IS THE SUBJECT OF A CONGRESSIONAL SUBCOMMITTEE HEARING TODAY on Capital Hill.
Did she know? House Speaker Nancy Pelosi reportedly was told by her intelligence aide (Michael Sheehy) in 2003, that waterboarding was used on CIA terror detainee Abu Zu-bay-dah, directly contradicting Pelosi's account that she had never been informed of the technique's use. http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/05/12/house-majority-leader-congressional-hearings-explore-pelosis-interrogation/
NASA SAYS A TEAM OF EXPERTS IS ANALYZING DAMAGE TO SPACE SHUTTLE ATLANTIS. The crew of Atlantis discovered dings in four tiles on the starboard side of the orbiter. If the tile damage jeopardizes the safety of the crew upon their return to Earth, NASA is prepared to send a second shuttle to rescue the Atlantis crew. The latest shuttle mission: to service and repair the Hubble Space Telescope. http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,520009,00.html
SPORTS: NHL Eastern Conference Semi-finals: Carolina Hurricanes vs the Boston Bruins.
The Boston Bruins forcing a game 7 with the Canes. Game 6: Bruins over the Canes 4 – 2.
Listen to Carrie’s 2 day interview with Dr Dobson earlier in the week… (Focus on the Family Part one and two…links on the News Blog) http://listen.family.org/daily/A000001960.cfm
So, do you remember who actually won Miss USA 2009?
http://www.dancewithshadows.com/pageants/miss-usa-2009-winner-kristen-dalton-miss-north-carolina-2009/
The FDA sending a warning letter to General Mills (the maker of Cheerios) that the company made ‘inappropriate claims’ about the cereal's ability to lower cholesterol and treat heart disease. Regulators say that only FDA-approved drugs are allowed to make such claims.
Cheerios is the best-selling cereal brand in the US…with sales of $1.4 billion dollars last year.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/12/article/fda_takes_issue_with_cheerios_health_claims
There are now a dozen confirmed cases of H1N1 or swine flu in North Carolina. State health officials confirmed the latest case in Rutherford County. The other confirmed cases are in three Eastern counties: Craven, Carteret and Onslow County.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/12/article/swine_flu_case_confirmed_in_western_north_carolina
The SBI is now investigating four different crime scenes…after a shootout between authorities and robbery suspects in Randolph County last night. A stand off happened after 2 suspects robbery a BP Station on 220 Business in Randleman. Investigators are still looking for a second suspect. http://www.digtriad.com/news/top/article.aspx?storyid=124070&catid=14
Deadly Go-Cart accident in Greensboro: A 42-year-old man died Tuesday night when the go-cart he was driving hit a car…head-on on Old Randleman Road in Guilford County. Dirk Hucks was pronounced dead at the scene just after 9 p.m last night.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/12/article/1_killed_in_go_cart_accident
Guilford County Schools officials hope they have resolved mold issues at Oak Ridge Elementary School after students and faculty complained for nearly four years about respiratory problems and other health concerns. Workers are removing rubber-backed carpeting from four classrooms after mold was discovered under the carpet last month. The school sent a letter to parents this week about the mold and cleanup. Some parents have pulled their children out of the school because of the problems.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/12/article/mold_found_at_elementary_school_again
THE QUESTION OF WHO APPROVED HARSH INTERROGATION TECHNIQUES DURING THE BUSH ADMINISTRATION IS THE SUBJECT OF A CONGRESSIONAL SUBCOMMITTEE HEARING TODAY on Capital Hill.
Did she know? House Speaker Nancy Pelosi reportedly was told by her intelligence aide (Michael Sheehy) in 2003, that waterboarding was used on CIA terror detainee Abu Zu-bay-dah, directly contradicting Pelosi's account that she had never been informed of the technique's use. http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/05/12/house-majority-leader-congressional-hearings-explore-pelosis-interrogation/
NASA SAYS A TEAM OF EXPERTS IS ANALYZING DAMAGE TO SPACE SHUTTLE ATLANTIS. The crew of Atlantis discovered dings in four tiles on the starboard side of the orbiter. If the tile damage jeopardizes the safety of the crew upon their return to Earth, NASA is prepared to send a second shuttle to rescue the Atlantis crew. The latest shuttle mission: to service and repair the Hubble Space Telescope. http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,520009,00.html
SPORTS: NHL Eastern Conference Semi-finals: Carolina Hurricanes vs the Boston Bruins.
The Boston Bruins forcing a game 7 with the Canes. Game 6: Bruins over the Canes 4 – 2.
5.08.2009
Friday, May 08, 2009
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: A chance of scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Warm…High 85
Fact: One in eight Americans struggle with hunger.
Help ‘Stamp Out Hunger’ this Saturday: Simply leave a sturdy bag containing non-perishable foods, like canned soup, canned vegetables, pasta, rice or cereal (No glass containers) next to your mailbox before the time of your regular mail delivery. Area letter carriers will collect the donations and deliver them to Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC. www.hungernwnc.org/
RECALL: Mayfield Dairy Farms is recalling containers of its Mayfield Homemade Vanilla Select Ice Cream because of possible ammonia contamination. The recall covers several states including North and South Carolina. Recall details: The recall includes 14,084 units with a code date of 03/17/10 and plant code of 010176, which can be found on the container lid. The UPC number is 75243 20148 and is located on the end of the package.
1-800-MAYFIELD (1-800-629-3435)
http://www.mayfielddairy.com/
A UNC-G student has tested NEGATIVE for the H1N1 Flu or swine flu. The female student reportedly had flu-like symptoms, was dehydrated and felt bad enough to go to Moses Cone Hospital on Thursday morning.
http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-uncg-h1n1-090507,0,2594304.story
In South Carolina, Federal health officials have confirmed 10 cases of swine flu.
The state's 17 probable cases were all linked to a school trip to Mexico.
http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-sc-swine-flu-virus-090430,0,4467794.story
The cost of mailing a letter is going up. First-class postage will increase 2 cents to 44 cents, starting Monday. You can buy "Forever Stamps" at the current 42-cent rate and use them after the rate increase. http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/02/11/stamp.increase/index.html?iref=mpstoryview
The President of KFC saying that the company has been bombarded customers with coupons for FREE grilled-chicken meals. KFC will mail out ‘rain checks’ to customers for the FREE grilled-chicken meals…they will even throw in a FREE soft drink to sweeten the ‘new’ deal.
Details: http://www.unthinkkfc.com/
Rain Check Information: www.kfc.com/coupons/raincheck.asp
STRESS TEST RESULTS ARE IN…The federal government finding that ten of the 19 banks ‘tested’ would need to raise a total of about $75 billion dollars in capital to withstand a deeper recession.Good News for Winston-Salem-based BB&T Corporation came through the government "stress tests" looking strong and would not be required to raise new money.
SPORTS:
Former Red Sox Great Dom DiMaggio has died. He was 92
NASCAR: Southern 500 Saturday night in Darlington
NHL Eastern Conference Semi-finals: Game 4 between the Carolina Hurricanes vs the Boston Bruins tonight in Raleigh. The series (2-1 in favor of the ’Canes)
Fact: One in eight Americans struggle with hunger.
Help ‘Stamp Out Hunger’ this Saturday: Simply leave a sturdy bag containing non-perishable foods, like canned soup, canned vegetables, pasta, rice or cereal (No glass containers) next to your mailbox before the time of your regular mail delivery. Area letter carriers will collect the donations and deliver them to Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC. www.hungernwnc.org/
RECALL: Mayfield Dairy Farms is recalling containers of its Mayfield Homemade Vanilla Select Ice Cream because of possible ammonia contamination. The recall covers several states including North and South Carolina. Recall details: The recall includes 14,084 units with a code date of 03/17/10 and plant code of 010176, which can be found on the container lid. The UPC number is 75243 20148 and is located on the end of the package.
1-800-MAYFIELD (1-800-629-3435)
http://www.mayfielddairy.com/
A UNC-G student has tested NEGATIVE for the H1N1 Flu or swine flu. The female student reportedly had flu-like symptoms, was dehydrated and felt bad enough to go to Moses Cone Hospital on Thursday morning.
http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-uncg-h1n1-090507,0,2594304.story
In South Carolina, Federal health officials have confirmed 10 cases of swine flu.
The state's 17 probable cases were all linked to a school trip to Mexico.
http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-sc-swine-flu-virus-090430,0,4467794.story
The cost of mailing a letter is going up. First-class postage will increase 2 cents to 44 cents, starting Monday. You can buy "Forever Stamps" at the current 42-cent rate and use them after the rate increase. http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/02/11/stamp.increase/index.html?iref=mpstoryview
The President of KFC saying that the company has been bombarded customers with coupons for FREE grilled-chicken meals. KFC will mail out ‘rain checks’ to customers for the FREE grilled-chicken meals…they will even throw in a FREE soft drink to sweeten the ‘new’ deal.
Details: http://www.unthinkkfc.com/
Rain Check Information: www.kfc.com/coupons/raincheck.asp
STRESS TEST RESULTS ARE IN…The federal government finding that ten of the 19 banks ‘tested’ would need to raise a total of about $75 billion dollars in capital to withstand a deeper recession.Good News for Winston-Salem-based BB&T Corporation came through the government "stress tests" looking strong and would not be required to raise new money.
SPORTS:
Former Red Sox Great Dom DiMaggio has died. He was 92
NASCAR: Southern 500 Saturday night in Darlington
NHL Eastern Conference Semi-finals: Game 4 between the Carolina Hurricanes vs the Boston Bruins tonight in Raleigh. The series (2-1 in favor of the ’Canes)
5.07.2009
Thursday, May 07, 2009
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Today: A break in the clouds…some sunshine this morning with a chance of scattered afternoon thunderstorms…High 80
Today is the annual National Day of Prayer
Theme: "Prayer... America's Hope" based on Psalm 33:22
“Let your unfailing love surround us, Lord, for our hope is in you alone”
Find a local National Day of Prayer event in your city or county:
www.ndptf.org/custom/events/eventSearch/
There are NO planned public gatherings at the White House today for the National Day of Prayer. White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs says President Barack Obama will pray privately as he does every day, but his only public acknowledgement will be to issue a White House proclamation.
http://www.onenewsnow.com/Culture/Default.aspx?id=518466
The National Day of Prayer was officially created back in 1952 by a joint resolution of the US Congress, and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman.
New this morning...
Three year old Missouri Boy Found Alive 2 Days After Wandering Away http://www.foxnews.com/printer_friendly_story/0,3566,519216,00.html
The nation's first full face transplant
http://www.webmd.com/news/20090506/surgeons-describe-first-us-face-transplant
President Obama meeting with the leaders of Afghanistan and Pakistan yesterday. All are committed to fighting the Taliban and al Qaeda forces in both countries.
Another round of storms late yesterday afternoon ‘ushering in’ tornado warnings for most of the Triad. Rotating ‘funnel clouds ’ were spotted near Highway 601 in Davie County…then moved east into the Midway community in northern Davidson County then into Guildford County. There were no reports of damage.
With Graduation ceremonies planned for this weekend, officials with NC State University are rushing to repair the campus ‘Bell Tower’ that was damaged during a thunderstorm early Tuesday evening. Lightning knocked a 1,500-pound hunk of granite loose from top of the bell tower during the storm. http://www.wral.com/news/state/story/5099324/
A WILDFIRE CONTINUES TO BURN OUT-OF-CONTROL IN SANTA BARBARA CALIFORNIA. Hundreds of residents have been told to evacuate their homes. The Governor declaring a state of emergency.
Lawmakers in Raleigh ‘watering down’ the latest ‘Smoking Ban’ proposal that would now apply only to restaurants, nightclubs and bars…not at the workplace. A more restrictive smoking ban was losing support. A vote on the latest smoking ban is expected this week in the state Senate.
http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/07/smoking-ban-diluted/
THE AMERICAN-IRANIAN JOURNALIST WHO IS IMPRISONED IN IRAN HAS ENDED HER HUNGER STRIKE. Roxanna Saberi was convicted of spying for the U.S in April.
A new Sheetz convenience store is coming to Kernersville near the intersection of North Main and Gralin streets. A traffic light will also be installed at the intersection. The Kernersville board of aldermen approved the rezoning earlier in the week. The new Sheetz will employ 40 people when it opens next year.
http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/07/kernersville-officials-ok-sheetz-convenience-store/news-local/
Confluence Coffee - Spring eXtravaganza…Great Promotions...
Going on NOW through next Monday, May 11. FREE Morning Coffee ( 8 - 10am)…FREE Fruit Smoothies (4 - 6 pm) Live Music EVERY NIGHT through May 11…http://www.confluencecoffee.com/
SPORTS: NHL Eastern Conference Semi-finals: Game 3
The Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 (in OT) over the Boston Bruins
The series (2-1 in favor of the ’Canes) Game 4 in Raleigh on Friday night.
Today is the annual National Day of Prayer
Theme: "Prayer... America's Hope" based on Psalm 33:22
“Let your unfailing love surround us, Lord, for our hope is in you alone”
Find a local National Day of Prayer event in your city or county:
www.ndptf.org/custom/events/eventSearch/
There are NO planned public gatherings at the White House today for the National Day of Prayer. White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs says President Barack Obama will pray privately as he does every day, but his only public acknowledgement will be to issue a White House proclamation.
http://www.onenewsnow.com/Culture/Default.aspx?id=518466
The National Day of Prayer was officially created back in 1952 by a joint resolution of the US Congress, and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman.
New this morning...
Three year old Missouri Boy Found Alive 2 Days After Wandering Away http://www.foxnews.com/printer_friendly_story/0,3566,519216,00.html
The nation's first full face transplant
http://www.webmd.com/news/20090506/surgeons-describe-first-us-face-transplant
President Obama meeting with the leaders of Afghanistan and Pakistan yesterday. All are committed to fighting the Taliban and al Qaeda forces in both countries.
Another round of storms late yesterday afternoon ‘ushering in’ tornado warnings for most of the Triad. Rotating ‘funnel clouds ’ were spotted near Highway 601 in Davie County…then moved east into the Midway community in northern Davidson County then into Guildford County. There were no reports of damage.
With Graduation ceremonies planned for this weekend, officials with NC State University are rushing to repair the campus ‘Bell Tower’ that was damaged during a thunderstorm early Tuesday evening. Lightning knocked a 1,500-pound hunk of granite loose from top of the bell tower during the storm. http://www.wral.com/news/state/story/5099324/
A WILDFIRE CONTINUES TO BURN OUT-OF-CONTROL IN SANTA BARBARA CALIFORNIA. Hundreds of residents have been told to evacuate their homes. The Governor declaring a state of emergency.
Lawmakers in Raleigh ‘watering down’ the latest ‘Smoking Ban’ proposal that would now apply only to restaurants, nightclubs and bars…not at the workplace. A more restrictive smoking ban was losing support. A vote on the latest smoking ban is expected this week in the state Senate.
http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/07/smoking-ban-diluted/
THE AMERICAN-IRANIAN JOURNALIST WHO IS IMPRISONED IN IRAN HAS ENDED HER HUNGER STRIKE. Roxanna Saberi was convicted of spying for the U.S in April.
A new Sheetz convenience store is coming to Kernersville near the intersection of North Main and Gralin streets. A traffic light will also be installed at the intersection. The Kernersville board of aldermen approved the rezoning earlier in the week. The new Sheetz will employ 40 people when it opens next year.
http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/07/kernersville-officials-ok-sheetz-convenience-store/news-local/
Confluence Coffee - Spring eXtravaganza…Great Promotions...
Going on NOW through next Monday, May 11. FREE Morning Coffee ( 8 - 10am)…FREE Fruit Smoothies (4 - 6 pm) Live Music EVERY NIGHT through May 11…http://www.confluencecoffee.com/
SPORTS: NHL Eastern Conference Semi-finals: Game 3
The Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 (in OT) over the Boston Bruins
The series (2-1 in favor of the ’Canes) Game 4 in Raleigh on Friday night.
5.06.2009
Wednesday, May 06, 2009
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Today: 50/50 chance of showers and thunderstorms…High 75. Some storms could be severe…mainly East of I-95
A strong band of storms sweeping across eastern portion of our state last night spawning a series of tornado warnings. One twister may have touched down in Wilson County. A fire station was hit by a tornado in Johnston County. http://www.digtriad.com/news/features/article.aspx?storyid=123661&catid=216
More job cuts in Guildford County: The school system will cut an additional 223 positions, including teaching positions at local high schools and some administrator jobs. The reason: an expected decrease in enrollment for next school year. www.myfox8.com/wghp-story-guilford-co-cuts-090506,0,1266961.story
The number of confirmed swine flu cases in North Carolina jumped to seven yesterday as lab tests verified what state officials had suspected. There are confirmed cases of Swine Flu in Craven, Carteret and Onslow County. http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/06/cases-of-swine-flu-grow-to-7-in-nc/news/
Winston-Salem's downtown baseball stadium will NOT likely be finished this season. Construction on the stadium, which is being built at Peters Creek Parkway and First Street, is all but at a standstill -- crews have not been there in weeks. The Dash will continue to play home games at Gene Hooks Field at Wake Forest Baseball Park on Deacon Boulevard. The next home game is this Friday.www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/06/extra-innings-and-still-no-winner/news/
NORWICH, Conn. (AP) - Police arrested a 29-year-old man on car theft charges at a church on Sunday, the same church Police Capt. Timothy Menard attends regularly. Menard said that it seemed like every time the suspect needed gas, he stole a new car. Menard said the pastor of Norwich Alliance Church alerted him to the suspect's presence. Menard cuffed the suspect and walked him out. Police actually found a Honda Civic stolen Friday from a dealer in the church parking lot. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20090506/D980E4M81.html
Actor, comedian and chef Dom DeLuise passed away Monday evening after a long illness. Deluise was 75. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20090506/D980F8U80.html
The National Day of Prayer is this Thursday…Theme: "Prayer... America's Hope" based on Psalm 33:22 Find a local National Day of Prayer event in your city: www.ndptf.org/custom/events/eventSearch/
Confluence Coffee - Spring eXtravaganza…Great Promotions Going on NOW through next Monday, May 11
FREE Morning Coffee ( 8 - 10am)
FREE Fruit Smoothies (4 - 6 pm)
Live Music EVERY NIGHT through May 11…
TONIGHT: FREE Scoop of HERSHEY'S Ice Cream from 6:30pm - 9pm
(Wed May 6th) http://www.confluencecoffee.com/
SPORTS: NHL Play-offs: Game 3 Tonight: The Carolina Hurricanes vs the Boston Bruins
The series (tied 1-1) moves back to Raleigh for Games 3 and 4 on Wednesday and Friday nights.
The ACC will play its 20-10 baseball championship at NewBridge Bank Park in Greensboro next May. The tournament is being moved from Fenway Park in Boston to the Triad to reduce travel costs.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/05/article/acc_to_play_baseball_tourney_in_greensboro
Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps will be in Charlotte next week swimming in his first competition after a three month suspension.
http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/06/phelps-free-to-swim-in-charlotte/sports/
A strong band of storms sweeping across eastern portion of our state last night spawning a series of tornado warnings. One twister may have touched down in Wilson County. A fire station was hit by a tornado in Johnston County. http://www.digtriad.com/news/features/article.aspx?storyid=123661&catid=216
More job cuts in Guildford County: The school system will cut an additional 223 positions, including teaching positions at local high schools and some administrator jobs. The reason: an expected decrease in enrollment for next school year. www.myfox8.com/wghp-story-guilford-co-cuts-090506,0,1266961.story
The number of confirmed swine flu cases in North Carolina jumped to seven yesterday as lab tests verified what state officials had suspected. There are confirmed cases of Swine Flu in Craven, Carteret and Onslow County. http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/06/cases-of-swine-flu-grow-to-7-in-nc/news/
Winston-Salem's downtown baseball stadium will NOT likely be finished this season. Construction on the stadium, which is being built at Peters Creek Parkway and First Street, is all but at a standstill -- crews have not been there in weeks. The Dash will continue to play home games at Gene Hooks Field at Wake Forest Baseball Park on Deacon Boulevard. The next home game is this Friday.www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/06/extra-innings-and-still-no-winner/news/
NORWICH, Conn. (AP) - Police arrested a 29-year-old man on car theft charges at a church on Sunday, the same church Police Capt. Timothy Menard attends regularly. Menard said that it seemed like every time the suspect needed gas, he stole a new car. Menard said the pastor of Norwich Alliance Church alerted him to the suspect's presence. Menard cuffed the suspect and walked him out. Police actually found a Honda Civic stolen Friday from a dealer in the church parking lot. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20090506/D980E4M81.html
Actor, comedian and chef Dom DeLuise passed away Monday evening after a long illness. Deluise was 75. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20090506/D980F8U80.html
The National Day of Prayer is this Thursday…Theme: "Prayer... America's Hope" based on Psalm 33:22 Find a local National Day of Prayer event in your city: www.ndptf.org/custom/events/eventSearch/
Confluence Coffee - Spring eXtravaganza…Great Promotions Going on NOW through next Monday, May 11
FREE Morning Coffee ( 8 - 10am)
FREE Fruit Smoothies (4 - 6 pm)
Live Music EVERY NIGHT through May 11…
TONIGHT: FREE Scoop of HERSHEY'S Ice Cream from 6:30pm - 9pm
(Wed May 6th) http://www.confluencecoffee.com/
SPORTS: NHL Play-offs: Game 3 Tonight: The Carolina Hurricanes vs the Boston Bruins
The series (tied 1-1) moves back to Raleigh for Games 3 and 4 on Wednesday and Friday nights.
The ACC will play its 20-10 baseball championship at NewBridge Bank Park in Greensboro next May. The tournament is being moved from Fenway Park in Boston to the Triad to reduce travel costs.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/05/article/acc_to_play_baseball_tourney_in_greensboro
Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps will be in Charlotte next week swimming in his first competition after a three month suspension.
http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/06/phelps-free-to-swim-in-charlotte/sports/
5.05.2009
Tuesday, May 05, 2009
Today is Cinco de Mayo ,which translates to the "fifth of May, " commemorates the Mexican army’s unlikely defeat of French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.
FYI: Guacamole is Spanish for "avocado sauce"
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Today: Showers this morning. Thunderstorms possible this afternoon…High 68
Eat out TODAY for a good cause: Over 100 participating restaurants in Forsyth County will donate 10% of their sales to Crisis Control Ministry of Forsyth County during the annual
HOPE Du JOUR Restaurant list: www.hopedujour.org
In Guilford County: It’s “Serving Greensboro Together”…over 100 restaurants will donate 10% of their sales to ‘Greensboro Urban Ministry’. Restaurant list: www.greensborourbanministry.org/annual_events/serving_gso/restaurants.html
The last filings in a lawsuit over public prayer at the start of Forsyth County Board of Commissioners meetings should be handed to federal court by next Monday. A ruling could come within the month. Both sides are asking the court for summary judgment -- in essence, to rule on the case without bringing it to a trial.
www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/05/last-filings-in-prayer-suit-expected-monday/news-local/
The National Weather Service confirmed that storm damage Sunday night in Rockingham County was due to a tornado. Numerous trees were downed and several buildings were damaged two miles north of Mayodan. http://www.digtriad.com/news/local_state/article.aspx?storyid=123604
American Express is slashing 100 jobs at its Business Travel office on Piedmont Parkway. The company plans to offer severance packages to affected workers. http://www.wxii12.com/money/19365711/detail.html
Edwards Elementary School in Havelock, North Carolina (on the coast) will close for a week because a student likely has the H1N1 or Swine Flu. The student is among five people listed as "probable" cases of swine flu in Carteret and Craven counties. An Onslow County man who recently traveled to Texas is the state’s only confirmed case of swine flu.
At last report, the CDC was reporting nationwide: 279 cases of Swine Flu in 36 states.
THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS SAYS ITS INDEX OF PENDING HOME SALES ROSE 3.2% FROM FEBRUARY TO MARCH. The rate is based on the number of contracts signed in March.
OFFSHORE TAX HAVENS AND OVERSEAS JOB CREATION ARE THE TARGETS OF A TAX CODE REFORM BEING PROPOSED BY THE OBAMA ADMINISTRATION. The current tax code, says the president, makes it too easy for some businesses and individuals to avoid paying taxes by abusing overseas tax havens. The president cited one address in the Cayman Islands that serves as an address for thousands of corporations.
The National Day of Prayer is this Thursday. This year's theme: "Prayer... America's Hope" based on Psalm 33:22
Find a local National Day of Prayer event: www.ndptf.org/custom/events/eventSearch/
SPORTS:
NHL Play-offs: Game 3 (Wed): the Carolina Hurricanes vs the Boston Bruins
The series (tied 1-1) moves back to Raleigh for Games 3 and 4 on Wednesday and Friday nights.
The national champion Carolina Tarheels will visit the White House and meet the President next Monday. President Obama picked UNC in his college basketball brackets back in March.
FYI: Guacamole is Spanish for "avocado sauce"
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Today: Showers this morning. Thunderstorms possible this afternoon…High 68
Eat out TODAY for a good cause: Over 100 participating restaurants in Forsyth County will donate 10% of their sales to Crisis Control Ministry of Forsyth County during the annual
HOPE Du JOUR Restaurant list: www.hopedujour.org
In Guilford County: It’s “Serving Greensboro Together”…over 100 restaurants will donate 10% of their sales to ‘Greensboro Urban Ministry’. Restaurant list: www.greensborourbanministry.org/annual_events/serving_gso/restaurants.html
The last filings in a lawsuit over public prayer at the start of Forsyth County Board of Commissioners meetings should be handed to federal court by next Monday. A ruling could come within the month. Both sides are asking the court for summary judgment -- in essence, to rule on the case without bringing it to a trial.
www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/05/last-filings-in-prayer-suit-expected-monday/news-local/
The National Weather Service confirmed that storm damage Sunday night in Rockingham County was due to a tornado. Numerous trees were downed and several buildings were damaged two miles north of Mayodan. http://www.digtriad.com/news/local_state/article.aspx?storyid=123604
American Express is slashing 100 jobs at its Business Travel office on Piedmont Parkway. The company plans to offer severance packages to affected workers. http://www.wxii12.com/money/19365711/detail.html
Edwards Elementary School in Havelock, North Carolina (on the coast) will close for a week because a student likely has the H1N1 or Swine Flu. The student is among five people listed as "probable" cases of swine flu in Carteret and Craven counties. An Onslow County man who recently traveled to Texas is the state’s only confirmed case of swine flu.
At last report, the CDC was reporting nationwide: 279 cases of Swine Flu in 36 states.
THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS SAYS ITS INDEX OF PENDING HOME SALES ROSE 3.2% FROM FEBRUARY TO MARCH. The rate is based on the number of contracts signed in March.
OFFSHORE TAX HAVENS AND OVERSEAS JOB CREATION ARE THE TARGETS OF A TAX CODE REFORM BEING PROPOSED BY THE OBAMA ADMINISTRATION. The current tax code, says the president, makes it too easy for some businesses and individuals to avoid paying taxes by abusing overseas tax havens. The president cited one address in the Cayman Islands that serves as an address for thousands of corporations.
The National Day of Prayer is this Thursday. This year's theme: "Prayer... America's Hope" based on Psalm 33:22
Find a local National Day of Prayer event: www.ndptf.org/custom/events/eventSearch/
SPORTS:
NHL Play-offs: Game 3 (Wed): the Carolina Hurricanes vs the Boston Bruins
The series (tied 1-1) moves back to Raleigh for Games 3 and 4 on Wednesday and Friday nights.
The national champion Carolina Tarheels will visit the White House and meet the President next Monday. President Obama picked UNC in his college basketball brackets back in March.
5.04.2009
Monday, May 04, 2009
Flood Watch Remains in effect until noon for Surry and Wilkes Counties
Traffic Update: Early morning accident in Archdale
(9am) Overturned tractor trailer is currently blocking most NB I-85 @ Highway 311
News 2 reporting that an early morning wreck is still causing some major delays in the Archdale area. Crews are expected to have the area cleared later this morning. Police say the truck left the road and the driver over-corrected, causing the truck to flip on its side. The driver of the truck was transported to High Point Regional Hospital with head injuries.
http://www.digtriad.com/news/features/article.aspx?storyid=123555&catid=216
The National Day of Prayer is this Thursday.
This year's theme: "Prayer... America's Hope" based on Psalm 33:22.
Find a local National Day of Prayer: www.ndptf.org/custom/events/eventSearch/
A resident of Onslow County who recently traveled to Texas is North Carolina's first confirmed case of H1N1 or Swine Flu. The CDC on Sunday confirming that 30 states have cases of the Swine Flu. A total of 20 countries have just under a thousand confirmed cases of Swine Flu.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/03/article/cdc_confirms_swine_flu_case_in_nc
Strong storms producing a possible tornado last night in western Rockingham County near the town of Mayodan. The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Warning last night shortly after 9pm for Rockingham and Caswell Counties.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/04/article/possible_tornado_in_rockinham_county
Longtime conservative New York congressman Jack Kemp passed away on Saturday after a short battle with cancer. Kemp was 73. Before entering politics, Kemp played professional football for 13 years with the San Diego Chargers and the Buffalo Bills. FYI: Jimmy Kemp (one of Jack’s two sons) played college football at Wake Forest University becoming the team's starting quarterback during his junior year.
http://www.buffalonews.com/home/story/659405.html
Severe storms rumbled across Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi over the weekend knocking out power to thousands and causing property damage. A tornado was reported near Crossville, Tenn., about 60 miles west of Knoxville. http://www.myfox8.com/news/nationworld/sns-ap-south-severe-weather,0,6586345.story
A MEMBER OF THE DALLAS COWBOYS' SCOUTING TEAM was seriously injured FOLLOWING THE COLLAPSE OF A TRAINING FACILITY OVER THE WEEKEND. The 80-foot tall structure came crashing down after high winds blew through the area on Saturday afternoon. In all, there were about 70 people inside the structure when it collapsed. The team’s 33-year old scouting assistant suffered a serious spinal cord injury which may leave him permanently paralyzed from the waist down.
The Twin City gets tough on pet waste: The city of Winston-Salem recently installed five "Scoop the Poop" stations in the downtown area. Each station has a sign printed with the city ordinance against leaving pet waste in public places. Leaving your pets' ‘waste’, in fact, against the law. If you get caught, you could be fined up to $500 or get 30 days in jail. http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/04/city-gets-tough-on-pet-waste/news/
It’s "Anoop Day" in Chapel Hill today!The 22-year-old Anoop Desai was voted off "American Idol" on April 22. Anoop is a graduate student at Chapel Hill. He plans to leave UNC to pursue a music career. www.myfox8.com/news/sns-ap-nc--people-desai,0,5402657.story
Eat out on Tuesday for a good cause: Over 125 participating restaurants in Forsyth County will donate 10% of their profits on Tuesday during the annual HOPE Du JOUR benefiting Crisis Control Ministry of Forsyth County.
www.hopedujour.org
In Guilford County: Over 100 restaurants will donate 10% of their profits to the Greensboro Urban Ministry through their annual “Serving Greensboro Together”.
http://www.greensborourbanministry.org/annual_events/serving_gso/restaurants.html
SPORTS: PGA: Sean O'Hair winning the Quail Hollow Championship yesterday in Charlotte. Tiger Woods finished 4th.
NHL Play-offs: Game 2: the Carolina Hurricanes over the Boston Bruins…3-0. The series (tied 1-1) moves back to Raleigh for Games 3 and 4 on Wednesday and Friday nights.
Traffic Update: Early morning accident in Archdale
(9am) Overturned tractor trailer is currently blocking most NB I-85 @ Highway 311
News 2 reporting that an early morning wreck is still causing some major delays in the Archdale area. Crews are expected to have the area cleared later this morning. Police say the truck left the road and the driver over-corrected, causing the truck to flip on its side. The driver of the truck was transported to High Point Regional Hospital with head injuries.
http://www.digtriad.com/news/features/article.aspx?storyid=123555&catid=216
The National Day of Prayer is this Thursday.
This year's theme: "Prayer... America's Hope" based on Psalm 33:22.
Find a local National Day of Prayer: www.ndptf.org/custom/events/eventSearch/
A resident of Onslow County who recently traveled to Texas is North Carolina's first confirmed case of H1N1 or Swine Flu. The CDC on Sunday confirming that 30 states have cases of the Swine Flu. A total of 20 countries have just under a thousand confirmed cases of Swine Flu.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/03/article/cdc_confirms_swine_flu_case_in_nc
Strong storms producing a possible tornado last night in western Rockingham County near the town of Mayodan. The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Warning last night shortly after 9pm for Rockingham and Caswell Counties.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2009/05/04/article/possible_tornado_in_rockinham_county
Longtime conservative New York congressman Jack Kemp passed away on Saturday after a short battle with cancer. Kemp was 73. Before entering politics, Kemp played professional football for 13 years with the San Diego Chargers and the Buffalo Bills. FYI: Jimmy Kemp (one of Jack’s two sons) played college football at Wake Forest University becoming the team's starting quarterback during his junior year.
http://www.buffalonews.com/home/story/659405.html
Severe storms rumbled across Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi over the weekend knocking out power to thousands and causing property damage. A tornado was reported near Crossville, Tenn., about 60 miles west of Knoxville. http://www.myfox8.com/news/nationworld/sns-ap-south-severe-weather,0,6586345.story
A MEMBER OF THE DALLAS COWBOYS' SCOUTING TEAM was seriously injured FOLLOWING THE COLLAPSE OF A TRAINING FACILITY OVER THE WEEKEND. The 80-foot tall structure came crashing down after high winds blew through the area on Saturday afternoon. In all, there were about 70 people inside the structure when it collapsed. The team’s 33-year old scouting assistant suffered a serious spinal cord injury which may leave him permanently paralyzed from the waist down.
The Twin City gets tough on pet waste: The city of Winston-Salem recently installed five "Scoop the Poop" stations in the downtown area. Each station has a sign printed with the city ordinance against leaving pet waste in public places. Leaving your pets' ‘waste’, in fact, against the law. If you get caught, you could be fined up to $500 or get 30 days in jail. http://www.journalnow.com/content/2009/may/04/city-gets-tough-on-pet-waste/news/
It’s "Anoop Day" in Chapel Hill today!The 22-year-old Anoop Desai was voted off "American Idol" on April 22. Anoop is a graduate student at Chapel Hill. He plans to leave UNC to pursue a music career. www.myfox8.com/news/sns-ap-nc--people-desai,0,5402657.story
Eat out on Tuesday for a good cause: Over 125 participating restaurants in Forsyth County will donate 10% of their profits on Tuesday during the annual HOPE Du JOUR benefiting Crisis Control Ministry of Forsyth County.
www.hopedujour.org
In Guilford County: Over 100 restaurants will donate 10% of their profits to the Greensboro Urban Ministry through their annual “Serving Greensboro Together”.
http://www.greensborourbanministry.org/annual_events/serving_gso/restaurants.html
SPORTS: PGA: Sean O'Hair winning the Quail Hollow Championship yesterday in Charlotte. Tiger Woods finished 4th.
NHL Play-offs: Game 2: the Carolina Hurricanes over the Boston Bruins…3-0. The series (tied 1-1) moves back to Raleigh for Games 3 and 4 on Wednesday and Friday nights.
5.01.2009
Thanks to everyone who partnered with WBFJ during Sharathon 2009
You can still support the ministry of WBFJ right now... Make your Faith Promise online at www.wbfj.org/onlinepledge.htm
You can still support the ministry of WBFJ right now... Make your Faith Promise online at www.wbfj.org/onlinepledge.htm
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