Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mostly cloudy…High 82
Expect lower temperatures and less humidity through Friday
Hurricane Alex is slow moving, but gaining strength in the Gulf.
As of 11am…Hurricane Alex is still a Category one hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 80 mph.
-Alex is the first ‘hurricane’ of the 2010 Atlantic Hurricane season. Forecasters saying that Alex should make landfall in northeastern Mexico (just south of the Texas border) later today.
-Flooding from Alex will likely impact portions of northeastern Mexico and southern Texas. Total rainfall accumulations of 6 to 12 inches are expected with isolated maximum amounts of 20 inches of rain possible in isolated areas.
Updates on Hurricane Alex from the National Hurricane Center
www.nhc.noaa.gov/
Hurricane Alex continues to move away from the massive BP oil spill near the Louisiana coast in the northern Gulf of Mexico. Clean-up efforts have been suspended because of rough seas. The storm created 12-foot waves on Tuesday and oil-skimming ships were sent back to shore, from Louisiana to the Florida Panhandle. www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/30/hurricane.alex/index.html?hpt=T1
A 3-year-old boy drowned after he fell into a swimming pool yesterday morning. According to the Randolph County Sheriff's Office, 3 year old Corey Peak wandered out of the home around 11 a.m. and ended up in the family swimming pool. Peak's mother ran to the house of a neighbor, Butch Hogan, who called 911. Randolph County EMS performed CPR on the boy before taking him to Randolph Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The Randolph County Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident.
http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-boy-drowns-100629,0,2081936.story
Church leaders in Italy will challenge a European court…ruling that crucifixes in classrooms violate students' right to freedom of religion. Seventeen judges will hear the appeal and will issue a ruling at a later date.
Pray for healing. Jim Daly, president and CEO of Focus on the Family, is recovering after a motorcycle accident last week. Injuries included a broken left ankle and a gash on his right forearm. Daly will be on crutches for about eight weeks. Daly will re-join the Focus on the Family daily program by broadcasting from his home for a couple of weeks. www.focusonthefamily.com
The newest Chick-Fil-A restaurant in the Triad opens tomorrow morning at 6am on Peters Creek Parkway (Hwy 150) across from Pinedale Christian Church in Winston-Salem.
www.chick-fil-a.com/#insidersopenings
“CommUNITY 2010…Bringing UNITY to the Community” A unique worship celebration this Sunday morning (July 4th) 10am at the West Forsyth High School Football Stadium. Sound Bite: Pastor J.B. Whitfield – Sr pastor with Agape Faith Church (VH#3)
The pastors of Agape Faith Church, River Oaks Community Church and Center Grove Baptist Church along with their congregations are holding one collective service this Sunday morning. Bring your whole family…wear your shorts and
t-shirt….and enjoy this community worship service.
FYI: A special offering will be collected during the service for the ‘Children of Fallen Soldiers Relief Fund’. Patriotic celebrations on our website www.wbfj.fm
SPORTS
Wimbledon: Five time Wimbledon champ Venus Williams suffered a shocking defeat in the quarter-finals at Wimbledon yesterday…by the lowest ranked woman still playing.
Ts-ve-TANA Pi-ron-KO-va of Bulgaria was ranked 82nd… FYI: On Monday: Andy Roddick lost to a player from Taiwan ranked 82nd.
The South Carolina Gamecocks beat UCLA last night to capture the College World Series title last night. Whit Merrifield, former baseball standout at Davie High School, singled with one out in the bottom of the 11th inning to give South Carolina the win. (AP)
6.30.2010
6.29.2010
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mix of sun and clouds. Scattered thunderstorms this afternoon into early evening…High 90. Great news...Expect lower temperatures and humidity starting Wednesday
On its busy final day before a three-month recess, the Supreme Court ruled
for the first time yesterday that the Second Amendment provides all Americans a fundamental right to bear arms. The Supreme Court was also split between liberals and conservatives in its 5-4 ruling against a Christian student group saying that the University of California's Hastings College of the Law can legally deny recognition to a Christian student group that won't let homosexuals join. The Law school said no recognized campus groups may exclude people due to religious belief or sexual orientation. The high court upheld the lower court rulings saying the Christian group's First Amendment rights of association, free speech and free exercise were not violated by the college's decision
http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/28/article/justices_extend_gun_owner_rights_nationwide
This is day two for Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan’s Senate confirmation hearings. Fox News reports Senate Republicans pledging to scrutinize what they called Kagen's "liberal activism and lack of judicial experience." (RnR)
Federal agents have arrested 10 individuals in spying case. Those arrested are suspected of working for Russia in order to infiltrate US government policy making circles.
Tropical Storm Alex is slowly gaining strength and will likely becoming the first hurricane of the season. As of 4am, Alex was located about 460 miles southeast of Brownsville, Texas with top winds of 70 mph. On its current forecast track, Alex should make landfall Wednesday evening or early Thursday morning, either in northeast Mexico or the lower Gulf Coast of Texas. http://www.weather.com/newscenter/hurricanecentral/update/index.html
A 2-year-old girl was killed last night after the mother's Dodge Caravan began to roll backwards, striking the little girl with the car door. The incident happened at a house along Ivy Avenue shortly before 9pm. According to Winston-Salem police, the mother and daughter were standing outside their vehicle when it began to roll backwards for reasons unknown, causing the van door to hit the 2 year old and her mother. That’s when little Kaylee Olivia-Noyola fell under the vehicle as it rolled backwards. Kaylee was taken to Wake Forest Medical Center, where she later died. http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/29/article/girl_2_dies_after_hit_by_mothers_van
A father and his two young sons were uninjured when their U-Haul truck crashed on I-85 in Greensboro, forcing crews to close the road for nearly two hours. The family, who is moving to Texas, was driving near mile marker 121 when a tire on the U-Haul blew out causing the truck to lose control, hit a guardrail, cross the median, land on its side and catch fire. A passerby saw the accident and helped get everyone out of the vehicle. No one was injured.
Some local fireworks displays over the 4th are in limbo? City officials in Reidsville have canceled their traditional Fourth of July fireworks display over Lake Reidsville due to budget constraints. The bill for last year's fireworks reached $10,000. This year's budget was already tight, so the city decided to eliminate the expense. The Fourth of July celebration at High Rock Lake is still on…but could end after this year unless organizers receive more sponsor money for next year's show. The annual fireworks show has been held by the High Rock Lake River Rats for the last 13 years, a group that started in Davidson County back in the mid 1980's to protect the ake environment. http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-story-high-rock-lake-fireworks-100626,0,1636256.story
JONI EARECKSON TADA HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH MALIGNANT BREAST CANCER. The 60-year-old Tada, who has been paralyzed from the neck down since a diving accident at age 17, underwent surgery on Monday to determine the stage of the cancer. The Christian Post reports despite the news, Tada remains positive.
Home Sweet Home…finally… for the newest member of the Duggar family. Josie, the 19th child born to Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, returned to their busy house last week after spending most of the first six months of her life in a neo-natal intensive care unit where she fought for her life after being born premature. Although little Josie was released from Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock on June 3, her homecoming was delayed because 12 of her siblings got the chicken pox. Josie spent three weeks with mother (Michele) in a rental house near the hospital until the other children recovered back home with dad. Finally, last Friday, June 25, Michelle and Josie made the 200-mile road trip back home. The family, whose lives are chronicled on the TLC reality show 19 Kids and Counting, is now settling into a routine with Josie, who has now grown to a "chunky" 9 lbs., 1 oz. Michelle says that Josie, “has a double chin now. It is so precious." www.people.com/people/article/0,,20397849,00.html
SPORTS
(Wimbledon) Andy Roddick loosing to a 82 ranked player from Taiwan
The South Carolina Gamecocks, including former baseball star at Davie High School, Whit Merrifield, will be going for the College World Series title tonight in game two.
FYI: The Gamecocks beat UCLA…7 – 1 in game one last night
On its busy final day before a three-month recess, the Supreme Court ruled
for the first time yesterday that the Second Amendment provides all Americans a fundamental right to bear arms. The Supreme Court was also split between liberals and conservatives in its 5-4 ruling against a Christian student group saying that the University of California's Hastings College of the Law can legally deny recognition to a Christian student group that won't let homosexuals join. The Law school said no recognized campus groups may exclude people due to religious belief or sexual orientation. The high court upheld the lower court rulings saying the Christian group's First Amendment rights of association, free speech and free exercise were not violated by the college's decision
http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/28/article/justices_extend_gun_owner_rights_nationwide
This is day two for Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan’s Senate confirmation hearings. Fox News reports Senate Republicans pledging to scrutinize what they called Kagen's "liberal activism and lack of judicial experience." (RnR)
Federal agents have arrested 10 individuals in spying case. Those arrested are suspected of working for Russia in order to infiltrate US government policy making circles.
Tropical Storm Alex is slowly gaining strength and will likely becoming the first hurricane of the season. As of 4am, Alex was located about 460 miles southeast of Brownsville, Texas with top winds of 70 mph. On its current forecast track, Alex should make landfall Wednesday evening or early Thursday morning, either in northeast Mexico or the lower Gulf Coast of Texas. http://www.weather.com/newscenter/hurricanecentral/update/index.html
A 2-year-old girl was killed last night after the mother's Dodge Caravan began to roll backwards, striking the little girl with the car door. The incident happened at a house along Ivy Avenue shortly before 9pm. According to Winston-Salem police, the mother and daughter were standing outside their vehicle when it began to roll backwards for reasons unknown, causing the van door to hit the 2 year old and her mother. That’s when little Kaylee Olivia-Noyola fell under the vehicle as it rolled backwards. Kaylee was taken to Wake Forest Medical Center, where she later died. http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/29/article/girl_2_dies_after_hit_by_mothers_van
A father and his two young sons were uninjured when their U-Haul truck crashed on I-85 in Greensboro, forcing crews to close the road for nearly two hours. The family, who is moving to Texas, was driving near mile marker 121 when a tire on the U-Haul blew out causing the truck to lose control, hit a guardrail, cross the median, land on its side and catch fire. A passerby saw the accident and helped get everyone out of the vehicle. No one was injured.
Some local fireworks displays over the 4th are in limbo? City officials in Reidsville have canceled their traditional Fourth of July fireworks display over Lake Reidsville due to budget constraints. The bill for last year's fireworks reached $10,000. This year's budget was already tight, so the city decided to eliminate the expense. The Fourth of July celebration at High Rock Lake is still on…but could end after this year unless organizers receive more sponsor money for next year's show. The annual fireworks show has been held by the High Rock Lake River Rats for the last 13 years, a group that started in Davidson County back in the mid 1980's to protect the ake environment. http://www.myfox8.com/wghp-story-high-rock-lake-fireworks-100626,0,1636256.story
JONI EARECKSON TADA HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH MALIGNANT BREAST CANCER. The 60-year-old Tada, who has been paralyzed from the neck down since a diving accident at age 17, underwent surgery on Monday to determine the stage of the cancer. The Christian Post reports despite the news, Tada remains positive.
Home Sweet Home…finally… for the newest member of the Duggar family. Josie, the 19th child born to Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, returned to their busy house last week after spending most of the first six months of her life in a neo-natal intensive care unit where she fought for her life after being born premature. Although little Josie was released from Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock on June 3, her homecoming was delayed because 12 of her siblings got the chicken pox. Josie spent three weeks with mother (Michele) in a rental house near the hospital until the other children recovered back home with dad. Finally, last Friday, June 25, Michelle and Josie made the 200-mile road trip back home. The family, whose lives are chronicled on the TLC reality show 19 Kids and Counting, is now settling into a routine with Josie, who has now grown to a "chunky" 9 lbs., 1 oz. Michelle says that Josie, “has a double chin now. It is so precious." www.people.com/people/article/0,,20397849,00.html
SPORTS
(Wimbledon) Andy Roddick loosing to a 82 ranked player from Taiwan
The South Carolina Gamecocks, including former baseball star at Davie High School, Whit Merrifield, will be going for the College World Series title tonight in game two.
FYI: The Gamecocks beat UCLA…7 – 1 in game one last night
6.28.2010
Summer cookin' with Chef Jeff
Teriyaki Pineapple with Brie, Bacon and Chili
Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size (12) Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Categories: Appetizer
Ingredients...
1/2 each fresh pineapple trimmed
6 ounces brie
3 slices bacon cooked
1 each Serrano pepper
1 ounce Teriyaki baste and glaze
Slice and trim pineapple until you have 24 slices that are 1/4 inch thick and 1 1/2 inch by 1 1/2 inch thick
Trim brie to a similar size
Cook bacon until done but soft
Layer a canapé of pineapple then bacon then brie and topped with another pineapple slice
Brush stacks with teriyaki glaze
Sear in very hot oven until brie starts to melt and exteriors just start to brown
Slice Serrano pepper very thin and place a slice or two on top of each stack
Serve warm
Balsamic Glazed Peaches with Proscuitto
Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size (12) Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Categories: Appetizer
Ingredients...
6 each peaches raw halved and pitted
1 ounce prosciutto -- sliced paper-thin
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Mix vinegar and honey together in a small pan and bring to a simmer.
Reduce by half until liquid reaches a syrup consistency (it will thicken slightly more as it cools)
Cut each peach half into 4 wedges
Trim Prosciutto into strips that are suitable to wrap around the center of each peach wedge
Heat oil in a skillet until almost smoking
Sear ham wrapped peach wedges until ham browns slightly
Once all wedges are seared add enough balsamic glaze to pan to barely coat peaches.
Serve warm or at room temp
Thanks to Cheff Jeff with Triad Community Kitchens with the Second Harvest Food Bank of NWNC www.hungernwnc.org
Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size (12) Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Categories: Appetizer
Ingredients...
1/2 each fresh pineapple trimmed
6 ounces brie
3 slices bacon cooked
1 each Serrano pepper
1 ounce Teriyaki baste and glaze
Slice and trim pineapple until you have 24 slices that are 1/4 inch thick and 1 1/2 inch by 1 1/2 inch thick
Trim brie to a similar size
Cook bacon until done but soft
Layer a canapé of pineapple then bacon then brie and topped with another pineapple slice
Brush stacks with teriyaki glaze
Sear in very hot oven until brie starts to melt and exteriors just start to brown
Slice Serrano pepper very thin and place a slice or two on top of each stack
Serve warm
Balsamic Glazed Peaches with Proscuitto
Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size (12) Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Categories: Appetizer
Ingredients...
6 each peaches raw halved and pitted
1 ounce prosciutto -- sliced paper-thin
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Mix vinegar and honey together in a small pan and bring to a simmer.
Reduce by half until liquid reaches a syrup consistency (it will thicken slightly more as it cools)
Cut each peach half into 4 wedges
Trim Prosciutto into strips that are suitable to wrap around the center of each peach wedge
Heat oil in a skillet until almost smoking
Sear ham wrapped peach wedges until ham browns slightly
Once all wedges are seared add enough balsamic glaze to pan to barely coat peaches.
Serve warm or at room temp
Thanks to Cheff Jeff with Triad Community Kitchens with the Second Harvest Food Bank of NWNC www.hungernwnc.org
Monday, June 28, 2010
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mix of sun and clouds. Late day thunderstorm possible. Hot…High 95. Record HIGH is 99 degrees set back in 1959
RECALL: Kellogg has issued a voluntary recall on 28 million boxes of cereal including Corn Pops, Honey Smacks, Fruit Loops and Apple Jacks. Kellogg posting that the cereal box liners have an "uncharacteristic off-flavor and smell" Affected boxes have the letters "KN" printed before expiration dates.
http://kelloggs.mediaroom.com/index.php?s=43&item=298
RECALL: Proctor & Gamble is recalling about 35,000 bottles of Scope mouthwash because of faulty child-resistant caps. www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10280.html
This only a TEST: Emergency officials in Forsyth County will be holding a mock HAZMAT drill in Kernersville this week. The training exercise will be held at the ABF Freight Systems location on Highway 66 in K-Ville between 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. today through Wednesday.
Tropical Storm Alex back in the warm waters of the Gulf. Alex could reach hurricane strength later today and make landfall along the Texas – Mexico border later in the week. Forecasting models suggest that Alex should track far west of Louisiana and the Gulf oil spill. (TWC)
A Greensboro girl was bitten by a shark at Topsail Island on Friday. 13 year old Carley Schlentz, of Greensboro, was swimming with friends Friday afternoon when she bitten by a shark twice near the top of her left foot. She was taken to Cape Fear Hospital where she received 60 stitches. Carley is taking antibiotics and will be on crutches for two weeks while the wounds heal. (Fox news)
SUPREME COURT NOMINEE ELENA KAGAN'S CONFIRMATION HEARING IS SET TO KICK OFF TODAY. Fox News reports Senate Republicans pledged Sunday to scrutinize what they called Kagen's "liberal activism and lack of judicial experience." (RnR)
Senator Robert Byrd of West Virginia passed away early this morning. Byrd was 92. Byrd became the longest serving congressional member in history last November. Byrd said that his greatest mistake was joining the Ku Klux Klan in the 1940s.
FYI: When Robert Byrd entered Congress in 1953…
-a postage stamp cost 3 cents
-American kids were clamoring for a new toy called Mr. Potato Head
-Dwight Eisenhower was president. Winston Churchill was Britain's prime minister and Josef Stalin was still the Soviet Union's leader. (CNN)
Only death and taxes are certain, right? Not necessarily in one small North Carolina town. Hemby Bridge just southeast of Charlotte has voted to do away with property taxes. Mayor Kevin Pressley suggested the idea to help the town's 1,500 residents during the recession. The typical homeowner saves only about $50, and residents still must pay county property taxes. The town will rely on state revenue and utility franchise fees. The North Carolina Revenue Department says Hemby Bridge joins nearly 20 other cities with no property taxes. (The Charlotte Observer)
Toy Story 3 still tops at the Box Office over the weekend for a second straight week. The Tom Cruise thriller "Knight and Day" struggling to make it in the top 5…at #3.
Karate Kid falling to 4th.
SPORTS: NASCAR: Jimmie Johnson winning at New Hampshire. Johnson getting his 5th win of the season.
The World Cup soccer action (Johannesburg, South Africa) England, Mexico and Team USA out. Ghana defeated the US on Saturday. http://www.fifa.com/
RECALL: Kellogg has issued a voluntary recall on 28 million boxes of cereal including Corn Pops, Honey Smacks, Fruit Loops and Apple Jacks. Kellogg posting that the cereal box liners have an "uncharacteristic off-flavor and smell" Affected boxes have the letters "KN" printed before expiration dates.
http://kelloggs.mediaroom.com/index.php?s=43&item=298
RECALL: Proctor & Gamble is recalling about 35,000 bottles of Scope mouthwash because of faulty child-resistant caps. www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10280.html
This only a TEST: Emergency officials in Forsyth County will be holding a mock HAZMAT drill in Kernersville this week. The training exercise will be held at the ABF Freight Systems location on Highway 66 in K-Ville between 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. today through Wednesday.
Tropical Storm Alex back in the warm waters of the Gulf. Alex could reach hurricane strength later today and make landfall along the Texas – Mexico border later in the week. Forecasting models suggest that Alex should track far west of Louisiana and the Gulf oil spill. (TWC)
A Greensboro girl was bitten by a shark at Topsail Island on Friday. 13 year old Carley Schlentz, of Greensboro, was swimming with friends Friday afternoon when she bitten by a shark twice near the top of her left foot. She was taken to Cape Fear Hospital where she received 60 stitches. Carley is taking antibiotics and will be on crutches for two weeks while the wounds heal. (Fox news)
SUPREME COURT NOMINEE ELENA KAGAN'S CONFIRMATION HEARING IS SET TO KICK OFF TODAY. Fox News reports Senate Republicans pledged Sunday to scrutinize what they called Kagen's "liberal activism and lack of judicial experience." (RnR)
Senator Robert Byrd of West Virginia passed away early this morning. Byrd was 92. Byrd became the longest serving congressional member in history last November. Byrd said that his greatest mistake was joining the Ku Klux Klan in the 1940s.
FYI: When Robert Byrd entered Congress in 1953…
-a postage stamp cost 3 cents
-American kids were clamoring for a new toy called Mr. Potato Head
-Dwight Eisenhower was president. Winston Churchill was Britain's prime minister and Josef Stalin was still the Soviet Union's leader. (CNN)
Only death and taxes are certain, right? Not necessarily in one small North Carolina town. Hemby Bridge just southeast of Charlotte has voted to do away with property taxes. Mayor Kevin Pressley suggested the idea to help the town's 1,500 residents during the recession. The typical homeowner saves only about $50, and residents still must pay county property taxes. The town will rely on state revenue and utility franchise fees. The North Carolina Revenue Department says Hemby Bridge joins nearly 20 other cities with no property taxes. (The Charlotte Observer)
Toy Story 3 still tops at the Box Office over the weekend for a second straight week. The Tom Cruise thriller "Knight and Day" struggling to make it in the top 5…at #3.
Karate Kid falling to 4th.
SPORTS: NASCAR: Jimmie Johnson winning at New Hampshire. Johnson getting his 5th win of the season.
The World Cup soccer action (Johannesburg, South Africa) England, Mexico and Team USA out. Ghana defeated the US on Saturday. http://www.fifa.com/
6.25.2010
Traffic update tonight...
Greensboro:
The exit ramps (both the eastbound and westbound ramps) from I-40 onto High Point Road will be closed tonight from 10 p.m. until 3 a.m.
Expected traffic congestion from a concert event (Super Jam) at the Greensboro Coliseum tonight.
The exit ramps (both the eastbound and westbound ramps) from I-40 onto High Point Road will be closed tonight from 10 p.m. until 3 a.m.
Expected traffic congestion from a concert event (Super Jam) at the Greensboro Coliseum tonight.
Friday, June 25, 2010
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Lots of sunshine…Highs in the low 90s through the weekend
One year ago…The sudden death of Pop star Michael Jackson over shadowed the death of actress Farah Fawcett.
The number of women who don't have children is going up, according to a new study. An analysis by the Pew Research Center shows that nearly one in five American women beyond childbearing years never gave birth…and fewer couples view having children as a necessity to a good marriage. In 2008, 18% of women ages 40-44 did not have children. That's up from 10% in 1976. The numbers coincide with broader U.S. trends of women waiting later to marry and an increase of women working outside the home. Women now outnumber men in the work force. The figures also suggest that U.S. minorities will become the majority by mid-century.
Most U.S. adults should eat less than a teaspoon of salt each day, but a new report from the CDC suggesting that few of us limit our salt intake. Only 1 in 10 adults meet the teaspoon of salt a day standard. Sodium increases the risk of high blood pressure, which is major cause of heart disease and stroke. FYI: One in three adults in the US has high blood pressure.
http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr
Deadly statistic: 18 children have died of hyperthermia while being trapped inside vehicles since the beginning of this year. Eight kids have died from the heat while in a car since June 13th. Researchers insisting that a toddler’s respiratory and circulatory systems can't handle the elevated heat inside a car as well as adults. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20100625/D9GI5L8O0.html
The National Hurricane Center in Miami is watching a tropical disturbance in the Atlantic that is now showing signs of increased organization. The tropical disturbance is just east of Honduras and Nicaragua. (TWC) Days of heavy rain in Brazil have left more than 40 people dead and over 600 still missing.
Apple’s newest iPhone is a selling briskly. Thousands lined up yesterday to purchase an iPhone 4. Some stores including those in Charlotte sold out within hours.
A line of storms in the northern Piedmont last night causing power outages in parts of Stokes and Guilford counties. In the Northeast in Connecticut, a violent storm that roared through Bridgeport, the state’s largest city, knocking down trees and power lines. Nine buildings were partially or fully destroyed. (CNN / TWC)
SPORTS
NBA Draft last night (first round) 8th pick: Wake Forest forward Al-Farouq Aminu
(al-fah-RUKE ah-MEEN-o) was selected by the LA Clippers. 13th pick: Tarheel forward Ed Davis selected by Toronto.
Finally a winner on court 18 at Wimbledon. Greensboro Page star John Isner beating Nicolas Mahut of France yesterday on court 18 at Wimbledon. The match spanned 3 days and just over 11 hours. Earlier this morning, Thiemo de Bakker (Netherlands) defeated Isner
in second round play at Wimbledon.
www.wimbledon.org/en_GB/news/match_reports/2010-06-24/201006241277372652221.html?promo=sl_toparticles
The World Cup soccer action (Johannesburg, South Africa) Team USA vs Ghana at 2:30pm on Saturday (June 26) http://www.fifa.com/
One year ago…The sudden death of Pop star Michael Jackson over shadowed the death of actress Farah Fawcett.
The number of women who don't have children is going up, according to a new study. An analysis by the Pew Research Center shows that nearly one in five American women beyond childbearing years never gave birth…and fewer couples view having children as a necessity to a good marriage. In 2008, 18% of women ages 40-44 did not have children. That's up from 10% in 1976. The numbers coincide with broader U.S. trends of women waiting later to marry and an increase of women working outside the home. Women now outnumber men in the work force. The figures also suggest that U.S. minorities will become the majority by mid-century.
Most U.S. adults should eat less than a teaspoon of salt each day, but a new report from the CDC suggesting that few of us limit our salt intake. Only 1 in 10 adults meet the teaspoon of salt a day standard. Sodium increases the risk of high blood pressure, which is major cause of heart disease and stroke. FYI: One in three adults in the US has high blood pressure.
http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr
Deadly statistic: 18 children have died of hyperthermia while being trapped inside vehicles since the beginning of this year. Eight kids have died from the heat while in a car since June 13th. Researchers insisting that a toddler’s respiratory and circulatory systems can't handle the elevated heat inside a car as well as adults. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20100625/D9GI5L8O0.html
The National Hurricane Center in Miami is watching a tropical disturbance in the Atlantic that is now showing signs of increased organization. The tropical disturbance is just east of Honduras and Nicaragua. (TWC) Days of heavy rain in Brazil have left more than 40 people dead and over 600 still missing.
Apple’s newest iPhone is a selling briskly. Thousands lined up yesterday to purchase an iPhone 4. Some stores including those in Charlotte sold out within hours.
A line of storms in the northern Piedmont last night causing power outages in parts of Stokes and Guilford counties. In the Northeast in Connecticut, a violent storm that roared through Bridgeport, the state’s largest city, knocking down trees and power lines. Nine buildings were partially or fully destroyed. (CNN / TWC)
SPORTS
NBA Draft last night (first round) 8th pick: Wake Forest forward Al-Farouq Aminu
(al-fah-RUKE ah-MEEN-o) was selected by the LA Clippers. 13th pick: Tarheel forward Ed Davis selected by Toronto.
Finally a winner on court 18 at Wimbledon. Greensboro Page star John Isner beating Nicolas Mahut of France yesterday on court 18 at Wimbledon. The match spanned 3 days and just over 11 hours. Earlier this morning, Thiemo de Bakker (Netherlands) defeated Isner
in second round play at Wimbledon.
www.wimbledon.org/en_GB/news/match_reports/2010-06-24/201006241277372652221.html?promo=sl_toparticles
The World Cup soccer action (Johannesburg, South Africa) Team USA vs Ghana at 2:30pm on Saturday (June 26) http://www.fifa.com/
6.24.2010
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mix of sun and clouds…Highs in the mid to upper 90s. Scattered thunderstorms this afternoon into early evening
“Feel Like” temperature (Heat + Humidity combination) near 100 degrees this afternoon for the Triad
Take precautions for the heat: Limit your outdoor activities this afternoon and drink plenty of water.
Heat Advisories and Air Quality Alerts south and east of the Triad High temps for cities like Raleigh, Durham and Goldsboro will reach close to 100 degrees. Add in the humidity, it will ‘Feel Like” 105 degrees for a few hours this afternoon.
NEWS…
RECALL: More than 2 million cribs from seven different companies are now being recalled amid concerns that babies can suffocate, become trapped or fall from the cribs. Recall details: www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10270.html
RECALL: Lancaster Foods of Jessup, Maryland is recalling its “Krisp-Pak Ready to Eat Hydro-Cooled Fresh Spinach”. The spinach RECALL covers North Carolina, Virginia and Maryland.
Routine tests found Listeria in one of the packages of spinach. FYI: The company is asking people who bought the product to throw out the spinach, save the package and call 800-247-8125. www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/23/article/company_recalls_bagged_spinach_after_tests_in_nc
"Susies Law’ was signed by the Governor yesterday. The measure increases the penalties for those who abuse animals. If convicted of animal cruelty, a person could get up to 8 months in jail. Yes, the “Susie” the pit bull mix was on hand for the ceremony. (NCNN)
A woman helping to save a 3 year old child from drowning at an apartment complex pool in High Point yesterday afternoon. 3-year-old Jeremiah Warren fell into the deep end of the pool at Hunter's Point Apartments…was pulled out of the pool and given CPR. EMS workers said the child was not breathing but was given CPR for seven minutes before the child’s color came back.
Jeremiah was listed in fair condition at Brenner's Children Hospital last night.
http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-father-saves-child-from-drowning-100623,0,4938369.story
Writer, artist and speaker Joni Eareckson Tada has been diagnosed with breast cancer. She will undergo several more tests, followed by surgery later in the week. Joni Eareckson Tada, a quadriplegic for more than 40 years, is founder of Joni and Friends International Disability Center, and has been a strong advocate for people with disabilities. (RNR)
McChrystal out. Patraeus to take over command. President Obama has chosen General David Patraeus to take over as the top US military commander in Afghanistan. The nomination will require Senate confirmation. FYI: That infamous Rolling Stone interview titled "The Runaway General" due out on Friday.
www.voanews.com/english/news/usa/-Top-US-General-in-Afghanistan-Summoned-to-White-House-96975004.html
Deadly train accident in Spain. At least 12 people were killed and several others injured when they were hit by a train in a town south of Barcelona, Spain. One official says that the travelers had gotten off a local train and were hit by an express train. Many were on way to a local festival. Three people remained in critical condition. (CNN)
SPORTS: That historic tennis marathon heads into day 3 at Wimbledon between John Isner and Nicolas Mahut. So far…The match has gone for 10 hours, 881 points, 193 aces and a 5th set of 59 – 59…only being suspended for darkness. FYI: John Isner is a former tennis star at Greensboro Page.
The World Cup soccer action (Johannesburg, South Africa)
Big win for Team USA yesterday. US over Algeria…1 – 0. Next game: USA vs Ghana on Saturday (June 26) www.fifa.com
“Feel Like” temperature (Heat + Humidity combination) near 100 degrees this afternoon for the Triad
Take precautions for the heat: Limit your outdoor activities this afternoon and drink plenty of water.
Heat Advisories and Air Quality Alerts south and east of the Triad High temps for cities like Raleigh, Durham and Goldsboro will reach close to 100 degrees. Add in the humidity, it will ‘Feel Like” 105 degrees for a few hours this afternoon.
NEWS…
RECALL: More than 2 million cribs from seven different companies are now being recalled amid concerns that babies can suffocate, become trapped or fall from the cribs. Recall details: www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10270.html
RECALL: Lancaster Foods of Jessup, Maryland is recalling its “Krisp-Pak Ready to Eat Hydro-Cooled Fresh Spinach”. The spinach RECALL covers North Carolina, Virginia and Maryland.
Routine tests found Listeria in one of the packages of spinach. FYI: The company is asking people who bought the product to throw out the spinach, save the package and call 800-247-8125. www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/23/article/company_recalls_bagged_spinach_after_tests_in_nc
"Susies Law’ was signed by the Governor yesterday. The measure increases the penalties for those who abuse animals. If convicted of animal cruelty, a person could get up to 8 months in jail. Yes, the “Susie” the pit bull mix was on hand for the ceremony. (NCNN)
A woman helping to save a 3 year old child from drowning at an apartment complex pool in High Point yesterday afternoon. 3-year-old Jeremiah Warren fell into the deep end of the pool at Hunter's Point Apartments…was pulled out of the pool and given CPR. EMS workers said the child was not breathing but was given CPR for seven minutes before the child’s color came back.
Jeremiah was listed in fair condition at Brenner's Children Hospital last night.
http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-father-saves-child-from-drowning-100623,0,4938369.story
Writer, artist and speaker Joni Eareckson Tada has been diagnosed with breast cancer. She will undergo several more tests, followed by surgery later in the week. Joni Eareckson Tada, a quadriplegic for more than 40 years, is founder of Joni and Friends International Disability Center, and has been a strong advocate for people with disabilities. (RNR)
McChrystal out. Patraeus to take over command. President Obama has chosen General David Patraeus to take over as the top US military commander in Afghanistan. The nomination will require Senate confirmation. FYI: That infamous Rolling Stone interview titled "The Runaway General" due out on Friday.
www.voanews.com/english/news/usa/-Top-US-General-in-Afghanistan-Summoned-to-White-House-96975004.html
Deadly train accident in Spain. At least 12 people were killed and several others injured when they were hit by a train in a town south of Barcelona, Spain. One official says that the travelers had gotten off a local train and were hit by an express train. Many were on way to a local festival. Three people remained in critical condition. (CNN)
SPORTS: That historic tennis marathon heads into day 3 at Wimbledon between John Isner and Nicolas Mahut. So far…The match has gone for 10 hours, 881 points, 193 aces and a 5th set of 59 – 59…only being suspended for darkness. FYI: John Isner is a former tennis star at Greensboro Page.
The World Cup soccer action (Johannesburg, South Africa)
Big win for Team USA yesterday. US over Algeria…1 – 0. Next game: USA vs Ghana on Saturday (June 26) www.fifa.com
6.23.2010
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Code Orange Air Quality Alert for the Triad again today
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Sunny and HOT…High 95
(Record HIGH for today is 97 degrees)
A late day thunderstorm is possible this afternoon.
-Keep the water bottle handy…
-Limit your outdoor activity (if at all possible) today.
Low voter turn-out for the state Primary run-offs yesterday…
Guilford County Sheriffs race: Democrat Phil Wadsworth will challenge Republican Sheriff B.J. Barnes. In the 12th Congressional District: Republican Greg Dority will face Democratic Rep. Mel Watt. In 13th Congressional District: Republican William Randall will face Rep. Brad Miller. Elaine Marshall defeating Lexington attorney Cal Cunningham. Marshall will face Republican Senator Richard Burr for the US Senate seat in November. FYI: It cost $4 million dollars to hold the run-off elections yesterday. More election results from Tuesday: www.sboe.state.nc.us/
Southwest Airlines is celebrating 39 years by offering $39 dollar fares. The sale is valid through midnight Thursday (June 24, 2010). The travel period is Sept 8 to Nov 7, 2010. The fares are valid for travel every day except Fridays & Sundays. www.southwest.com/birthdaysale/?src=PREMTWRLNKWOWSALE100622
President Obama and General Stanley McChrystal, the top US military commander in Afghanistan, will meet face to face in the Oval Office today. The President not very happy with the General’s derogatory comments made to a reporter for Rolling Stone magazine about the president and other senior administration officials. General McChrystal apologized for the statements saying that he made "poor judgment" in the Rolling Stone interview titled "The Runaway General" due out on Friday. (CNN)
Greensboro city officials would be able to relocate beavers that cause damage in city waterways under a bill that passed the Senate State and Local Government Committee on Tuesday. Under current law, animals that are trapped either have to be released where they were found or euthanized. City officials said they wanted an alternative to killing the animals. The new bill essentially creates a ‘pilot program’ that allows Greensboro to move the beavers along Buffalo Creek that are causing problems.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/22/article/greensboro_beaver_bill_passes_committee
21st century laser technology has unveiled some of the earliest known images of early Christian apostles Peter and Paul in an underground burial chamber beneath a city street in Rome. The painted images, which date back to the 4th century, were uncovered using a new laser technique to burn off centuries of white calcium deposits…without damaging the paintings underneath. Some of the calcium was 2 inches thick. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100622/ap_on_re_eu/eu_vatican_archaeology
Pledge…without piety? High above the Billy Graham Parkway in Charlotte, one North Carolina group is making a statement about patriotism without God. The NC Secular Association has paid for a series of billboards which will go up in the weeks before the Fourth of July. The billboards show an American flag and the words "One Nation, Indivisible." The group omitted the words "under God," which have been part of the Pledge of Allegiance since 1954. Group founder Joseph McDaniel Stewart says the goal is to show that nonbelievers can be just as patriotic as believers. Besides the city of Charlotte, the NC Secular Association has billboards going up in, Winston-Salem, Greensboro, Wilmington, Asheville and Raleigh. (Charlotte Observer)
SPORTS:
The World Cup soccer action…(Johannesburg, South Africa)
Team USA vs Algeria (9:30am this morning on ESPN)
“Must win” for the US team www.fifa.com/index.html
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Sunny and HOT…High 95
(Record HIGH for today is 97 degrees)
A late day thunderstorm is possible this afternoon.
-Keep the water bottle handy…
-Limit your outdoor activity (if at all possible) today.
Low voter turn-out for the state Primary run-offs yesterday…
Guilford County Sheriffs race: Democrat Phil Wadsworth will challenge Republican Sheriff B.J. Barnes. In the 12th Congressional District: Republican Greg Dority will face Democratic Rep. Mel Watt. In 13th Congressional District: Republican William Randall will face Rep. Brad Miller. Elaine Marshall defeating Lexington attorney Cal Cunningham. Marshall will face Republican Senator Richard Burr for the US Senate seat in November. FYI: It cost $4 million dollars to hold the run-off elections yesterday. More election results from Tuesday: www.sboe.state.nc.us/
Southwest Airlines is celebrating 39 years by offering $39 dollar fares. The sale is valid through midnight Thursday (June 24, 2010). The travel period is Sept 8 to Nov 7, 2010. The fares are valid for travel every day except Fridays & Sundays. www.southwest.com/birthdaysale/?src=PREMTWRLNKWOWSALE100622
President Obama and General Stanley McChrystal, the top US military commander in Afghanistan, will meet face to face in the Oval Office today. The President not very happy with the General’s derogatory comments made to a reporter for Rolling Stone magazine about the president and other senior administration officials. General McChrystal apologized for the statements saying that he made "poor judgment" in the Rolling Stone interview titled "The Runaway General" due out on Friday. (CNN)
Greensboro city officials would be able to relocate beavers that cause damage in city waterways under a bill that passed the Senate State and Local Government Committee on Tuesday. Under current law, animals that are trapped either have to be released where they were found or euthanized. City officials said they wanted an alternative to killing the animals. The new bill essentially creates a ‘pilot program’ that allows Greensboro to move the beavers along Buffalo Creek that are causing problems.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/22/article/greensboro_beaver_bill_passes_committee
21st century laser technology has unveiled some of the earliest known images of early Christian apostles Peter and Paul in an underground burial chamber beneath a city street in Rome. The painted images, which date back to the 4th century, were uncovered using a new laser technique to burn off centuries of white calcium deposits…without damaging the paintings underneath. Some of the calcium was 2 inches thick. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100622/ap_on_re_eu/eu_vatican_archaeology
Pledge…without piety? High above the Billy Graham Parkway in Charlotte, one North Carolina group is making a statement about patriotism without God. The NC Secular Association has paid for a series of billboards which will go up in the weeks before the Fourth of July. The billboards show an American flag and the words "One Nation, Indivisible." The group omitted the words "under God," which have been part of the Pledge of Allegiance since 1954. Group founder Joseph McDaniel Stewart says the goal is to show that nonbelievers can be just as patriotic as believers. Besides the city of Charlotte, the NC Secular Association has billboards going up in, Winston-Salem, Greensboro, Wilmington, Asheville and Raleigh. (Charlotte Observer)
SPORTS:
The World Cup soccer action…(Johannesburg, South Africa)
Team USA vs Algeria (9:30am this morning on ESPN)
“Must win” for the US team www.fifa.com/index.html
6.22.2010
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mostly sunny. Hot…Highs in the mid 90s
The Triad is under a Code Orange Air Quality Alert today
Even though school is out for the summer, seventeen cafeterias with the Winston-Salem /Forsyth County School System is providing hot meals through their summer meal program. The program provides FREE breakfast and lunches to kids in the community under 18 years of age. Bus transportation is being provided as a gift from the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust. The meal program runs Monday through Friday throughout the summer. Meals will not be served on Monday, July 5. For a list of schools and bus stops: www.journalnow.com/content/2010/jun/18/free-summer-meal-program-offered/news-local/
Lawmakers in Raleigh suggesting that ‘sweepstakes business centers’ where people buy phone or Internet time, then play games on computer screens to win cash and prizes should be made illegal. The State Senate voted 47-1 on a bill that would bar those "sweepstakes" games. The vote now moves to the House, where Democrats are divided. FYI: There are 600 "sweepstakes cafes" or "business centers" across the state. These business owners say shutting their "sweepstakes cafes" would put thousands of people out of work. (NCNN)
The top US commander in Afghanistan has been summoned to the White House to explain his comments about the President and some of the top Pentagon officials. General Stanley McChrystal publicly apologized earlier this morning for using "poor judgment" in an interview in Rolling Stone magazine. The interview titled "The Runaway General," hits news stands on Friday. (CNN)
A ‘Veterans Memorial’ has been given some ‘space’ at Triad Park in Kernersville. Property has been allocated as long as the fundraising is done by the ‘War Memorial Foundation”. The proposed $10 million dollar memorial is a joint effort by Forsyth and Guilford Counties. (Kernersville News)
Turn out is expected to be low for the Primary election run-offs going on TODAY in North Carolina. Polls open until 7:30 this evening. www.sboe.state.nc.us/
Sample ballots: www.app.sboe.state.nc.us/erc/SampleBallots/2010-06-22/
One crew member's lack of a $15 dollar fishing license may have cost the ‘winner’ of the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament in North Carolina more than $900,000 dollars in prize money.
Andy Thomossan, the fisherman who caught a record-setting 883-pound blue marlin back on June 14, said tournament officials have stripped the Hatteras-based boat ‘Citation’ of their title and $900,000 dollars. http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/21/article/lack_of_license_could_cost_fishing_tourney_winner_900000
Police say crafty crooks in Richmond, Virginia are taking advantage of the trusting nature of yard sales, by using counterfeit bills. Gretchen Tracy and her husband were just trying to sell some of their things for extra money. But during a recent yard sale, she says someone gave her husband fake cash. The suspects were purchasing low priced items with fake $20 dollar bills, and getting real money back in change. Authorities are still looking for the people responsible.
FYI: Police recommend that people who have yard sales examine bills closely before giving change, and may want to use a counterfeit detection pen. http://www.wkyt.com/home/headlines/96415039.html?source=enews&c=y
SPORTS: Carolina Panthers’ receiver Steve Smith will miss the start of training camp because of a broken left forearm. Smith was playing flag football when he accidentally landed on his arm.
Longtime ACC Associate Commissioner Fred Barakat has passed away. Barakat joined the conference in 1981 and oversaw the development of the league's officials and was the manager of the ACC tournament for 16 seasons.
FIFA World Cup soccer action (South Africa) Monday's winners included Spain, Portugal and Chile. ****USA vs Algeria 9:30am Wednesday morning. www.fifa.com/index.html
The Triad is under a Code Orange Air Quality Alert today
Even though school is out for the summer, seventeen cafeterias with the Winston-Salem /Forsyth County School System is providing hot meals through their summer meal program. The program provides FREE breakfast and lunches to kids in the community under 18 years of age. Bus transportation is being provided as a gift from the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust. The meal program runs Monday through Friday throughout the summer. Meals will not be served on Monday, July 5. For a list of schools and bus stops: www.journalnow.com/content/2010/jun/18/free-summer-meal-program-offered/news-local/
Lawmakers in Raleigh suggesting that ‘sweepstakes business centers’ where people buy phone or Internet time, then play games on computer screens to win cash and prizes should be made illegal. The State Senate voted 47-1 on a bill that would bar those "sweepstakes" games. The vote now moves to the House, where Democrats are divided. FYI: There are 600 "sweepstakes cafes" or "business centers" across the state. These business owners say shutting their "sweepstakes cafes" would put thousands of people out of work. (NCNN)
The top US commander in Afghanistan has been summoned to the White House to explain his comments about the President and some of the top Pentagon officials. General Stanley McChrystal publicly apologized earlier this morning for using "poor judgment" in an interview in Rolling Stone magazine. The interview titled "The Runaway General," hits news stands on Friday. (CNN)
A ‘Veterans Memorial’ has been given some ‘space’ at Triad Park in Kernersville. Property has been allocated as long as the fundraising is done by the ‘War Memorial Foundation”. The proposed $10 million dollar memorial is a joint effort by Forsyth and Guilford Counties. (Kernersville News)
Turn out is expected to be low for the Primary election run-offs going on TODAY in North Carolina. Polls open until 7:30 this evening. www.sboe.state.nc.us/
Sample ballots: www.app.sboe.state.nc.us/erc/SampleBallots/2010-06-22/
One crew member's lack of a $15 dollar fishing license may have cost the ‘winner’ of the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament in North Carolina more than $900,000 dollars in prize money.
Andy Thomossan, the fisherman who caught a record-setting 883-pound blue marlin back on June 14, said tournament officials have stripped the Hatteras-based boat ‘Citation’ of their title and $900,000 dollars. http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/21/article/lack_of_license_could_cost_fishing_tourney_winner_900000
Police say crafty crooks in Richmond, Virginia are taking advantage of the trusting nature of yard sales, by using counterfeit bills. Gretchen Tracy and her husband were just trying to sell some of their things for extra money. But during a recent yard sale, she says someone gave her husband fake cash. The suspects were purchasing low priced items with fake $20 dollar bills, and getting real money back in change. Authorities are still looking for the people responsible.
FYI: Police recommend that people who have yard sales examine bills closely before giving change, and may want to use a counterfeit detection pen. http://www.wkyt.com/home/headlines/96415039.html?source=enews&c=y
SPORTS: Carolina Panthers’ receiver Steve Smith will miss the start of training camp because of a broken left forearm. Smith was playing flag football when he accidentally landed on his arm.
Longtime ACC Associate Commissioner Fred Barakat has passed away. Barakat joined the conference in 1981 and oversaw the development of the league's officials and was the manager of the ACC tournament for 16 seasons.
FIFA World Cup soccer action (South Africa) Monday's winners included Spain, Portugal and Chile. ****USA vs Algeria 9:30am Wednesday morning. www.fifa.com/index.html
6.21.2010
Monday, June 21, 2010
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mostly sunny…High 92
Summer officially begins today
JORAN VAN DER SLOOT HAS A COURT APPEARANCE BEFORE A JUDGE IN PERU TODAY. Van der Sloot is charged with homicide in the murder of Stephany Flores on May 30th. He has also been a prime suspect in the disappearance of Natalie Holloway in Aruba in 2005.
A TORNADO TOUCHED DOWN YESTERDAY IN MONTANA, DAMAGING SEVERAL BUSINESSES. The twister ripped the roof off of a sports arena near Billings, Montana and the storm severely damaged the interior.
AN ARIZONA WILD FIRE BURNING NEAR SCHULTZ PASS HAS CONSUMED MORE THAN FIVE THOUSAND ACRES IN LESS THAN 24 hours. More than three hundred firefighters have responded.
ISRAEL HAS FORMALLY ANNOUNCED AN EASED BLOCKADE OF GAZA. The decision comes three weeks after a deadly Israeli naval commando raid that stopped pro-Palestinian aid activists from breaching the blockade.
As oil continues gushing into the Gulf of Mexico, a federal judge will hear arguments today from companies seeking to end a six-month ban on deepwater drilling. The six-month ban, instituted by the government last month, halts all drilling in more than 500 feet of water and prevents new permits from being issued.
BP will try to clean up its image. An American has been chosen to head its clean up effort. Bob Dudley, a 20 year veteran with Amoco, will take over as the ‘point man’ on the spill response . Dudley will report to battered CEO Tony Hayward. FYI: Oil giant BP has now spent $2 billion dollars responding to the massive oil spill in the Gulf. (CNN)
North Carolina primary election run-offs on Tuesday. Turn out is expected to be low.
"Toy Story 3" #1 at the Box office over the weekend, grossing an estimated $109 million. That's the highest grossing opening weekend ever for Pixar. Check out the review from Focus on the Family’s Plugged In. http://www.pluggedin.com/movies/intheaters/toystory3.aspx
Communities along the Gulf Coast, already struggling to keep summer tourists, face a new ‘problem’…whether to go ahead with plans to go ahead with fireworks over the oily waters over the Fourth of July weekend. At least a half-dozen communities, from New Orleans to Gulf Shores, Alabama, annually stage over-the-water fireworks displays on Independence Day. But as oil continues to gush from the BP well, one community — Grand Isle, La. — already has canceled its fireworks. The reason: fears that sparks could ignite the oil. http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2010-06-16-fireworks_N.htm
SPORTS
Jimmie Johnson getting his first road course win yesterday at Sonoma. Leader Marcos Ambrose stalling out with 6 laps to go. (AP)
PGA: US Open (Pebble Beach) Graeme McDowell, a 30-year-old from Northern Ireland, winning the US Open pro golf tournament on Sunday…topping out big names including Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and Ernie Els. McDowell is the first European to win the US Open in 40 years. (CNN)
Summer officially begins today
JORAN VAN DER SLOOT HAS A COURT APPEARANCE BEFORE A JUDGE IN PERU TODAY. Van der Sloot is charged with homicide in the murder of Stephany Flores on May 30th. He has also been a prime suspect in the disappearance of Natalie Holloway in Aruba in 2005.
A TORNADO TOUCHED DOWN YESTERDAY IN MONTANA, DAMAGING SEVERAL BUSINESSES. The twister ripped the roof off of a sports arena near Billings, Montana and the storm severely damaged the interior.
AN ARIZONA WILD FIRE BURNING NEAR SCHULTZ PASS HAS CONSUMED MORE THAN FIVE THOUSAND ACRES IN LESS THAN 24 hours. More than three hundred firefighters have responded.
ISRAEL HAS FORMALLY ANNOUNCED AN EASED BLOCKADE OF GAZA. The decision comes three weeks after a deadly Israeli naval commando raid that stopped pro-Palestinian aid activists from breaching the blockade.
As oil continues gushing into the Gulf of Mexico, a federal judge will hear arguments today from companies seeking to end a six-month ban on deepwater drilling. The six-month ban, instituted by the government last month, halts all drilling in more than 500 feet of water and prevents new permits from being issued.
BP will try to clean up its image. An American has been chosen to head its clean up effort. Bob Dudley, a 20 year veteran with Amoco, will take over as the ‘point man’ on the spill response . Dudley will report to battered CEO Tony Hayward. FYI: Oil giant BP has now spent $2 billion dollars responding to the massive oil spill in the Gulf. (CNN)
North Carolina primary election run-offs on Tuesday. Turn out is expected to be low.
"Toy Story 3" #1 at the Box office over the weekend, grossing an estimated $109 million. That's the highest grossing opening weekend ever for Pixar. Check out the review from Focus on the Family’s Plugged In. http://www.pluggedin.com/movies/intheaters/toystory3.aspx
Communities along the Gulf Coast, already struggling to keep summer tourists, face a new ‘problem’…whether to go ahead with plans to go ahead with fireworks over the oily waters over the Fourth of July weekend. At least a half-dozen communities, from New Orleans to Gulf Shores, Alabama, annually stage over-the-water fireworks displays on Independence Day. But as oil continues to gush from the BP well, one community — Grand Isle, La. — already has canceled its fireworks. The reason: fears that sparks could ignite the oil. http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2010-06-16-fireworks_N.htm
SPORTS
Jimmie Johnson getting his first road course win yesterday at Sonoma. Leader Marcos Ambrose stalling out with 6 laps to go. (AP)
PGA: US Open (Pebble Beach) Graeme McDowell, a 30-year-old from Northern Ireland, winning the US Open pro golf tournament on Sunday…topping out big names including Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and Ernie Els. McDowell is the first European to win the US Open in 40 years. (CNN)
6.18.2010
Friday, June 18, 2010
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mostly sunny…High 88. Sunny and HOT for the weekend
Recall: Campbell Soup Co. is recalling 15 million pounds of SpaghettiOs with meatballs due to possible under processing.
Three varieties are being recalled…
-SpaghettiOs with Meatballs
-SpaghettiOs A to Z with Meatballs
-SpaghettiOs Fun Shapes with Meatballs (Cars).
Consumers can call the Campbell's Hotline at (866) 495-3774.
USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/
Some Greensboro restaurant owners along Randleman Road say that street vendors selling food are hurting their business. The Guilford Health Department stating that street vendors only need a letter from a non-profit organization saying their sales are for fundraising or a permit to sell food. Vendors do not have to be inspected like restaurants do. The health department says food vendors are regulated at an event like a fair, with an exception being vendors for non-profits. 30 restaurant owners along Randleman Road have signed a petition urging the health department to change its rules. (Greensboro News/Record)
An estimated 60 tornadoes hitting parts of North Dakota, Minnesota and Iowa last night leaving at least two people dead . The deaths were reported in the northwestern Minnesota. (TWC)
The State Senate could vote as early as Monday to ban sweepstakes cafes that feature video gambling machines. This could cause problems for the City of Winston-Salem, which already factored fees from the internet gaming centers into their budget. (WGHP)
B-P CEO Tony Hayward getting ‘grilled’ yesterday on Capitol Hill. Legislators accusing the BP chief of ‘evasiveness’, in his lack of answers regarding the massive oil spill in the Gulf.
Also getting a slap on the wrist, Congressman Joe Barton. Barton was forced to retract his ‘apology’ to BP CEO Tony Hayward. During yesterday's hearing, Barton accused the Obama Administration of shaking down B-P to create a slush fund. Republican leaders threatened to remove Barton from his position as ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. (RnR CNN)
THE FCC HAS MOVED CLOSER TO BOOSTING ITS AUTHORITY OVER BROADBAND PROVIDERS. The commission voted three to two to open an inquiry into how the industry is regulated. That's the first step toward giving the agency the authority to police broadband service providers such as Comcast, Verizon and A-T-and-T. (RnR)
Convicted killer Ronnie Lee Gardner was executed early this morning…by firing squad. Gardner was the third person to die by firing squad, all in Utah, since the Supreme Court restored the death penalty in 1976. (RnR)
The ‘toys’ are back in town…“Toy Story 3" hits theaters nationwide this weekend.
Check out the review from Focus on the Family’s Plugged In:
www.pluggedin.com/movies/intheaters/toystory3.aspx
SPORTS
Lakers earning their 16th NBA title last night with a win over the Boston Celtics…83 – 79.
The Winston-Salem Dash fall to the Fredrick Keys…6 - 3. The Dash on the road this weekend. www.wsdash.com
PGA: US Open (Pebble Beach) Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson having a rough start yesterday. Neither made a birdie…the first time the world's top two players have competed in the same tournament without making a Birdie.
The World Cup soccer action…(Johannesburg, South Africa)
(Friday 10am) USA vs Slovenia. Goalie Tim Howard will play.
Traffic: Bridge replacement on (Cherry Street) University Parkway in Winston-Salem. Road closed between Coliseum Drive and Northwest Blvd. A DETOUR will be in place through August.
Recall: Campbell Soup Co. is recalling 15 million pounds of SpaghettiOs with meatballs due to possible under processing.
Three varieties are being recalled…
-SpaghettiOs with Meatballs
-SpaghettiOs A to Z with Meatballs
-SpaghettiOs Fun Shapes with Meatballs (Cars).
Consumers can call the Campbell's Hotline at (866) 495-3774.
USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/
Some Greensboro restaurant owners along Randleman Road say that street vendors selling food are hurting their business. The Guilford Health Department stating that street vendors only need a letter from a non-profit organization saying their sales are for fundraising or a permit to sell food. Vendors do not have to be inspected like restaurants do. The health department says food vendors are regulated at an event like a fair, with an exception being vendors for non-profits. 30 restaurant owners along Randleman Road have signed a petition urging the health department to change its rules. (Greensboro News/Record)
An estimated 60 tornadoes hitting parts of North Dakota, Minnesota and Iowa last night leaving at least two people dead . The deaths were reported in the northwestern Minnesota. (TWC)
The State Senate could vote as early as Monday to ban sweepstakes cafes that feature video gambling machines. This could cause problems for the City of Winston-Salem, which already factored fees from the internet gaming centers into their budget. (WGHP)
B-P CEO Tony Hayward getting ‘grilled’ yesterday on Capitol Hill. Legislators accusing the BP chief of ‘evasiveness’, in his lack of answers regarding the massive oil spill in the Gulf.
Also getting a slap on the wrist, Congressman Joe Barton. Barton was forced to retract his ‘apology’ to BP CEO Tony Hayward. During yesterday's hearing, Barton accused the Obama Administration of shaking down B-P to create a slush fund. Republican leaders threatened to remove Barton from his position as ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. (RnR CNN)
THE FCC HAS MOVED CLOSER TO BOOSTING ITS AUTHORITY OVER BROADBAND PROVIDERS. The commission voted three to two to open an inquiry into how the industry is regulated. That's the first step toward giving the agency the authority to police broadband service providers such as Comcast, Verizon and A-T-and-T. (RnR)
Convicted killer Ronnie Lee Gardner was executed early this morning…by firing squad. Gardner was the third person to die by firing squad, all in Utah, since the Supreme Court restored the death penalty in 1976. (RnR)
The ‘toys’ are back in town…“Toy Story 3" hits theaters nationwide this weekend.
Check out the review from Focus on the Family’s Plugged In:
www.pluggedin.com/movies/intheaters/toystory3.aspx
SPORTS
Lakers earning their 16th NBA title last night with a win over the Boston Celtics…83 – 79.
The Winston-Salem Dash fall to the Fredrick Keys…6 - 3. The Dash on the road this weekend. www.wsdash.com
PGA: US Open (Pebble Beach) Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson having a rough start yesterday. Neither made a birdie…the first time the world's top two players have competed in the same tournament without making a Birdie.
The World Cup soccer action…(Johannesburg, South Africa)
(Friday 10am) USA vs Slovenia. Goalie Tim Howard will play.
Traffic: Bridge replacement on (Cherry Street) University Parkway in Winston-Salem. Road closed between Coliseum Drive and Northwest Blvd. A DETOUR will be in place through August.
6.17.2010
Thursday,June 17, 2010
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mostly sunny…High 90
The Town of Kernersville is holding a food drive TODAY until 2pm at the Town Hall parking lot on East Mountain Street in Kernersville. Please drop off non perishable food and toiletry items and help fill the shelves at Crisis Control ministry. http://www.crisiscontrol.org/
Recall: The maker of Benadryl and Tylenol adding more products to its recall list.
McNeil Consumer Healthcare is recalling Benadryl Allergy Ultra-tab Tablets and Extra Strength Tylenol Rapid Release Gels. Recall details: http://www.mcneilproductrecall.com/ 1-888-222-6036
The White House and B-P have reached an agreement where the oil company will pay damage claims resulting from the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and support unemployed oil workers. $20 million dollars will be placed in escrow. B-P will not pay dividends for shareholders for the rest of the year. (CNN)
AT&T has suspended the new iPhone pre-orders after demand overwhelmed inventory. Apple saying that over 600,000 of its new iPhone 4 have been ordered. Apple's website was accepting orders for black models only, and only for shipping by July 2.
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/news/2010-06-16-iphone16_ST_N.htm
Bowing to international pressure, Israel has decided to ease restrictions imposed on the Gaza Strip. Israel will expand the inflow of controlled materials for civilian projects. (RnR)
Susie's Law getting unanimous approval in the state Senate yesterday. The bill that would make many animal abuse crimes a felony now goes to the Governor. http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-susies-law-pass-100616,0,2125731.story
A mother and two small children were injured after a man with ‘blue lights’ on his vehicle began chasing another vehicle along West Meadowview Road in Greensboro yesterday afternoon. Police arrested Jerry Wayne Bostic, charging him with impersonating a police officer, careless and reckless driving and leaving the scene of an accident. The mother and two small children were taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-impersonator-accident-100616,0,5625837.story
“It sounded like a bomb blast” A Graham man has died after being hit by lightning. Neighbors say that Horacio Ascencio was struck by lightning Tuesday evening while he was standing under an oak tree where he was playing ball with his daughter. 19 year old Ascencio died yesterday at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill. (WXII 12 / Fox 8)
A Stokes County woman who was reported missing last week after she failed to show up at work was found Tuesday evening in a remote area of Stokes County. 42 year old Tracy Smith, of King, was found in a vehicle off Forrest Road. Smith was last seen last Tuesday, two days after she spoke with her estranged husband on the phone. The couple has a 14-year-old daughter.
http://www.wxii12.com/news/23918714/detail.html
From her childhood, to married life, to the sudden and tragic loss of her adopted daughter, Maria, Mary Beth Chapman, the wife of Steven Curtis Chapman, shares for the first time about her personal journey in a new book. “Choosing to See: A Journey of Struggle and Hope” is due out in September. FYI: Mary Beth Chapman will be speaking at 12 ‘Women of Faith’ conferences this year. And, she will also appear on the "A Night with the Chapman's" concert tour scheduled for this fall.
Book details: http://marybethchapman.com/?page_id=74
SPORTS: The Winston-Salem Dash: Big win over the Fredrick Keys 13 – 7. The Dash at home tonight. www.wsdash.com
PGA: US Open begins today at Pebble Beach. FYI: Phil Mickelson celebrated his 40th birthday on Wednesday. www.philly.com/inquirer/sports/20100617_Phil_Mickelson_takes_aim_at_U_S__Open.html#axzz0r75VhOXF
NBA Finals (Game 7) Celtics at the Lakers tonight in LA.
The World Cup soccer action…(Johannesburg, South Africa)
-Switzerland pulls off a shocking win over World Cup favorite Spain (1 - 0)
-Uruguay Beats host South Africa 3-0
-(Friday 10am) USA vs Slovenia. Goalie Tim Howard will play on Friday
The Town of Kernersville is holding a food drive TODAY until 2pm at the Town Hall parking lot on East Mountain Street in Kernersville. Please drop off non perishable food and toiletry items and help fill the shelves at Crisis Control ministry. http://www.crisiscontrol.org/
Recall: The maker of Benadryl and Tylenol adding more products to its recall list.
McNeil Consumer Healthcare is recalling Benadryl Allergy Ultra-tab Tablets and Extra Strength Tylenol Rapid Release Gels. Recall details: http://www.mcneilproductrecall.com/ 1-888-222-6036
The White House and B-P have reached an agreement where the oil company will pay damage claims resulting from the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and support unemployed oil workers. $20 million dollars will be placed in escrow. B-P will not pay dividends for shareholders for the rest of the year. (CNN)
AT&T has suspended the new iPhone pre-orders after demand overwhelmed inventory. Apple saying that over 600,000 of its new iPhone 4 have been ordered. Apple's website was accepting orders for black models only, and only for shipping by July 2.
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/news/2010-06-16-iphone16_ST_N.htm
Bowing to international pressure, Israel has decided to ease restrictions imposed on the Gaza Strip. Israel will expand the inflow of controlled materials for civilian projects. (RnR)
Susie's Law getting unanimous approval in the state Senate yesterday. The bill that would make many animal abuse crimes a felony now goes to the Governor. http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-susies-law-pass-100616,0,2125731.story
A mother and two small children were injured after a man with ‘blue lights’ on his vehicle began chasing another vehicle along West Meadowview Road in Greensboro yesterday afternoon. Police arrested Jerry Wayne Bostic, charging him with impersonating a police officer, careless and reckless driving and leaving the scene of an accident. The mother and two small children were taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-impersonator-accident-100616,0,5625837.story
“It sounded like a bomb blast” A Graham man has died after being hit by lightning. Neighbors say that Horacio Ascencio was struck by lightning Tuesday evening while he was standing under an oak tree where he was playing ball with his daughter. 19 year old Ascencio died yesterday at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill. (WXII 12 / Fox 8)
A Stokes County woman who was reported missing last week after she failed to show up at work was found Tuesday evening in a remote area of Stokes County. 42 year old Tracy Smith, of King, was found in a vehicle off Forrest Road. Smith was last seen last Tuesday, two days after she spoke with her estranged husband on the phone. The couple has a 14-year-old daughter.
http://www.wxii12.com/news/23918714/detail.html
From her childhood, to married life, to the sudden and tragic loss of her adopted daughter, Maria, Mary Beth Chapman, the wife of Steven Curtis Chapman, shares for the first time about her personal journey in a new book. “Choosing to See: A Journey of Struggle and Hope” is due out in September. FYI: Mary Beth Chapman will be speaking at 12 ‘Women of Faith’ conferences this year. And, she will also appear on the "A Night with the Chapman's" concert tour scheduled for this fall.
Book details: http://marybethchapman.com/?page_id=74
SPORTS: The Winston-Salem Dash: Big win over the Fredrick Keys 13 – 7. The Dash at home tonight. www.wsdash.com
PGA: US Open begins today at Pebble Beach. FYI: Phil Mickelson celebrated his 40th birthday on Wednesday. www.philly.com/inquirer/sports/20100617_Phil_Mickelson_takes_aim_at_U_S__Open.html#axzz0r75VhOXF
NBA Finals (Game 7) Celtics at the Lakers tonight in LA.
The World Cup soccer action…(Johannesburg, South Africa)
-Switzerland pulls off a shocking win over World Cup favorite Spain (1 - 0)
-Uruguay Beats host South Africa 3-0
-(Friday 10am) USA vs Slovenia. Goalie Tim Howard will play on Friday
6.15.2010
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mostly sunny. A 50/50 chance of scattered thunderstorms this afternoon…High 90
Day two for President Obama’s visit to the Gulf States affected by the BP oil spill. The President will address the nation tonight at 8pm.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/14/gulf.oil.disaster/index.html?hpt=T1
A 52-year-old American citizen who said he was searching for Osama bin Laden was detained in Pakistan near the border with Afghanistan this week. Gary Faulkner, from California, was carrying a pistol, a sword, night-vision equipment and Christian religious books. Pakistani police that Gary had been looking for bin Laden since 9/11 and had traveled to the area several times before. http://www.cnn.com/2010/WORLD/asiapcf/06/15/pakistan.us.detention/index.html?hpt=T2
A proposed Arizona law would deny birth certificates to children born in the US to illegal immigrant parents. The bill comes on the heels of Arizona passing the nation's toughest immigration law. Under federal law, children born in the US are automatically granted citizenship, regardless of their parents' residency status. The Arizona legislature could take up the matter in the fall
http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/15/arizona.immigration.children/index.html?hpt=C1
MacDill Air Force Base in Florida should be back to normal today after the base was temporarily closed yesterday…after a man and woman were taken into custody when they tried to enter the facility without proper identification. A search of their vehicle found military-style uniforms and gear and several "rifle-type" weapons.
The base is the headquarters for U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/15/florida.air.base.arrests/index.html?iref=NS1
A 5.7 magnitude earthquake and several aftershocks rattling Southern California last night. The quake was centered 70 miles east of San Diego, California. No damage was reported
http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/15/california.earthquake/index.html?eref=ib_topstories
Free at Starbucks: Starting July 1st, Starbucks is bringing FREE WiFi to all of its US stores.
Have you seen the video of the gorilla at the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro who made several attempts to escape from its enclosure…with the help of a fallen tree branch. Zoo officials closed the exhibit Sunday afternoon while workers cleared the branch -- which had fallen after winds kicked up Sunday afternoon. The exhibit remained closed Monday and may remain closed Tuesday while Zoo officials check all overhanging trees for loose limbs.
http://www.wxii12.com/news/23894895/detail.html
A video posted on YouTube by a conservative blogger shows North Carolina Congressman Bob Etheridge assaulting a student who asked him if he supports the "Obama agenda" while walking down a Washington street. http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-video-nc-congressman-assaults-student-100614,0,7888738.story
SPORTS: NBA Finals (Game 6 TONIGHT) Celtics vs the Lakers. Boston leads the series 3 games to 2.
The University of Texas announced yesterday that it will remain in the Big 12 conference, turning down an invitation to join the Pac-10. This after Colorado's move to the Pac-10 and Nebraska's switch to the Big Ten. The Longhorns turned down an invitation from the Pac-10.
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2010/football/ncaa/06/14/texas.big.12/index.html?hpt=T2#ixzz0qvMRc1kg
Day two for President Obama’s visit to the Gulf States affected by the BP oil spill. The President will address the nation tonight at 8pm.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/14/gulf.oil.disaster/index.html?hpt=T1
A 52-year-old American citizen who said he was searching for Osama bin Laden was detained in Pakistan near the border with Afghanistan this week. Gary Faulkner, from California, was carrying a pistol, a sword, night-vision equipment and Christian religious books. Pakistani police that Gary had been looking for bin Laden since 9/11 and had traveled to the area several times before. http://www.cnn.com/2010/WORLD/asiapcf/06/15/pakistan.us.detention/index.html?hpt=T2
A proposed Arizona law would deny birth certificates to children born in the US to illegal immigrant parents. The bill comes on the heels of Arizona passing the nation's toughest immigration law. Under federal law, children born in the US are automatically granted citizenship, regardless of their parents' residency status. The Arizona legislature could take up the matter in the fall
http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/15/arizona.immigration.children/index.html?hpt=C1
MacDill Air Force Base in Florida should be back to normal today after the base was temporarily closed yesterday…after a man and woman were taken into custody when they tried to enter the facility without proper identification. A search of their vehicle found military-style uniforms and gear and several "rifle-type" weapons.
The base is the headquarters for U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/15/florida.air.base.arrests/index.html?iref=NS1
A 5.7 magnitude earthquake and several aftershocks rattling Southern California last night. The quake was centered 70 miles east of San Diego, California. No damage was reported
http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/15/california.earthquake/index.html?eref=ib_topstories
Free at Starbucks: Starting July 1st, Starbucks is bringing FREE WiFi to all of its US stores.
Have you seen the video of the gorilla at the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro who made several attempts to escape from its enclosure…with the help of a fallen tree branch. Zoo officials closed the exhibit Sunday afternoon while workers cleared the branch -- which had fallen after winds kicked up Sunday afternoon. The exhibit remained closed Monday and may remain closed Tuesday while Zoo officials check all overhanging trees for loose limbs.
http://www.wxii12.com/news/23894895/detail.html
A video posted on YouTube by a conservative blogger shows North Carolina Congressman Bob Etheridge assaulting a student who asked him if he supports the "Obama agenda" while walking down a Washington street. http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-video-nc-congressman-assaults-student-100614,0,7888738.story
SPORTS: NBA Finals (Game 6 TONIGHT) Celtics vs the Lakers. Boston leads the series 3 games to 2.
The University of Texas announced yesterday that it will remain in the Big 12 conference, turning down an invitation to join the Pac-10. This after Colorado's move to the Pac-10 and Nebraska's switch to the Big Ten. The Longhorns turned down an invitation from the Pac-10.
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2010/football/ncaa/06/14/texas.big.12/index.html?hpt=T2#ixzz0qvMRc1kg
6.14.2010
Monday, June 14, 2010
Today is Flag Day...
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mostly sunny and HOT. Isolated thunderstorms possible
during the afternoon…High 94. Record HIGH today = 94 degrees set back in 1964. Normal is 84.
Heat and humidity combination will make it feel like 100 to 104 degrees during the hottest part of the day. Please limit your outdoor activities today.
Gas prices remain low. The average price of regular gas nationwide is $2.72 a gallon.
Down 11 cents over the past two weeks.
President Obama will make another visit to the Gulf States affected by the BP oil spill later today. The President will address the nation Tuesday night from the White House. A meeting with top BP officials is set for Wednesday. This is the President’s fourth visit to the Gulf region since the oil disaster began on April 20. http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/14/gulf.oil.disaster/index.html?hpt=T1
Coordination and extra fire training helped firefighters battle a tank fire at the Colonial Pipeline tank farm near PTI early Sunday morning. The fire was caused by a lightning strike shortly after midnight Saturday night. Four firefighters were treated for heat exhaustion at the scene.
The Greensboro fire department and Colonial representatives will sit down in the coming weeks for a critical analysis of all aspects of the fire and existing protocols to see how their response can be improved if it ever happens again
http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/13/article/breaking_news_fire_at_tank_farm_closes_roads_in_greensboro
At least 19 people are dead and at least 1 person is still missing after massive flood waters overtook an Arkansas campground early Friday morning. Most campers were asleep when the Little Missouri River flooded, and by the time they awoke it was likely too late for many. At 2 a.m., the campground was under 4 feet of water, and by 5 a.m., it was under 23 feet of water.
Funerals for two of the victims is set for Tuesday.
http://www.weather.com/outlook/weather-news/news/articles/several-dead-flash-floods-arkansas_2010-06-11
Country music artist and sausage entrepreneur Jimmy Dean passed away at his home in Virginia yesterday evening. Jimmy Dean was 81. Musically, Dean is best known for his song "Big Bad John," which made it to No. 1 on both the country and pop charts in 1961 and was honored with a Grammy. Dean started the Jimmy Dean Meat Company during the late 60s…eventually selling his meat company to Sara Lee Foods in 1984. Dean was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame earlier this year.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/SHOWBIZ/Music/06/13/jimmy.dean.obit/index.html?iref=NS1
Shades of Avatar? A small team of Pentagon officials and American geologists has discovered nearly one trillion dollars in untapped mineral deposits in Afghanistan. According to the New York Times, the mineral deposits include huge veins of iron, copper, cobalt, gold and lithium…a key raw material in the manufacture of batteries for laptops. An internal Pentagon memo states that Afghanistan could become the ‘Saudi Arabia of lithium’. US officials believe that Afghanistan could eventually be transformed into one of the most important mining centers in the world.
“The Karate Kid” number one at the Box office over the weekend. The remake of the 1984 martial arts film starring Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan raking in $56 million dollars. Shrek Forever after dropping to third. The toys are back in town this coming weekend as "Toy Story 3" hits theaters nationwide.
SPORTS: NASCAR: Denny Hamlin winning his 5th race at Michigan International
NBA Finals (Game 5) Celtics over the Lakers…92 – 86. Boston leads the series 3 games to 2. Game 6 Tuesday night in LA.
The World Cup soccer championship Johannesburg, South Africa: USA vs England played to a 1 – 1 draw in their game on Saturday
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mostly sunny and HOT. Isolated thunderstorms possible
during the afternoon…High 94. Record HIGH today = 94 degrees set back in 1964. Normal is 84.
Heat and humidity combination will make it feel like 100 to 104 degrees during the hottest part of the day. Please limit your outdoor activities today.
Gas prices remain low. The average price of regular gas nationwide is $2.72 a gallon.
Down 11 cents over the past two weeks.
President Obama will make another visit to the Gulf States affected by the BP oil spill later today. The President will address the nation Tuesday night from the White House. A meeting with top BP officials is set for Wednesday. This is the President’s fourth visit to the Gulf region since the oil disaster began on April 20. http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/14/gulf.oil.disaster/index.html?hpt=T1
Coordination and extra fire training helped firefighters battle a tank fire at the Colonial Pipeline tank farm near PTI early Sunday morning. The fire was caused by a lightning strike shortly after midnight Saturday night. Four firefighters were treated for heat exhaustion at the scene.
The Greensboro fire department and Colonial representatives will sit down in the coming weeks for a critical analysis of all aspects of the fire and existing protocols to see how their response can be improved if it ever happens again
http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/13/article/breaking_news_fire_at_tank_farm_closes_roads_in_greensboro
At least 19 people are dead and at least 1 person is still missing after massive flood waters overtook an Arkansas campground early Friday morning. Most campers were asleep when the Little Missouri River flooded, and by the time they awoke it was likely too late for many. At 2 a.m., the campground was under 4 feet of water, and by 5 a.m., it was under 23 feet of water.
Funerals for two of the victims is set for Tuesday.
http://www.weather.com/outlook/weather-news/news/articles/several-dead-flash-floods-arkansas_2010-06-11
Country music artist and sausage entrepreneur Jimmy Dean passed away at his home in Virginia yesterday evening. Jimmy Dean was 81. Musically, Dean is best known for his song "Big Bad John," which made it to No. 1 on both the country and pop charts in 1961 and was honored with a Grammy. Dean started the Jimmy Dean Meat Company during the late 60s…eventually selling his meat company to Sara Lee Foods in 1984. Dean was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame earlier this year.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/SHOWBIZ/Music/06/13/jimmy.dean.obit/index.html?iref=NS1
Shades of Avatar? A small team of Pentagon officials and American geologists has discovered nearly one trillion dollars in untapped mineral deposits in Afghanistan. According to the New York Times, the mineral deposits include huge veins of iron, copper, cobalt, gold and lithium…a key raw material in the manufacture of batteries for laptops. An internal Pentagon memo states that Afghanistan could become the ‘Saudi Arabia of lithium’. US officials believe that Afghanistan could eventually be transformed into one of the most important mining centers in the world.
“The Karate Kid” number one at the Box office over the weekend. The remake of the 1984 martial arts film starring Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan raking in $56 million dollars. Shrek Forever after dropping to third. The toys are back in town this coming weekend as "Toy Story 3" hits theaters nationwide.
SPORTS: NASCAR: Denny Hamlin winning his 5th race at Michigan International
NBA Finals (Game 5) Celtics over the Lakers…92 – 86. Boston leads the series 3 games to 2. Game 6 Tuesday night in LA.
The World Cup soccer championship Johannesburg, South Africa: USA vs England played to a 1 – 1 draw in their game on Saturday
6.11.2010
IMPORTANT Traffic info for Saturday
You might want to avoid Deacon Blvd. on Saturday unless you are attending WS/FC High School Graduation ceremonies or going to the Twin City Rib Fest…
WS/FC High Schools will be holding their graduation ceremonies at the Joel Coliseum this Saturday (June 12).
FYI: Road closed between Coliseum Drive and Northwest Blvd…Bridge replacement on University Parkway in Winston-Salem. A DETOUR will be in place through August.
WS/FC High Schools will be holding their graduation ceremonies at the Joel Coliseum this Saturday (June 12).
FYI: Road closed between Coliseum Drive and Northwest Blvd…Bridge replacement on University Parkway in Winston-Salem. A DETOUR will be in place through August.
Friday, June 11, 2010
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Hot…Hazy…Humid
Mostly sunny…High around 90
Last day of school for students in Davidson County and Davie County
‘Team Abby’ letting out a sigh of relief this morning. 16-year-old Abby Sunderland was spotted by a search plane earlier this morning after she triggered a distress signal on Thursday.
Abby, the American teen attempting to sail solo around the world is alive and well…floating in the southern Indian Ocean about 2,000 miles off the Australian coast. Abby’s boat was banged up by rough seas. FYI: Abby's older brother Zac sailed around the world alone last year, with stops, he became the youngest person to ever do so at age 17. http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/11/missing.teen.sailor/index.html?hpt=T1
A 3-year-old girl was killed and four other passengers were injured when the vehicle they were riding in ran off the roadway and overturned. The accident happened along Peters Creek Parkway near Clemmonsville Road just before 3pm yesterday afternoon in Winston-Salem. This was the eighth traffic fatality in Winston-Salem in 2010. http://www.wxii12.com/news/23861182/detail.html
The Stokes County Sheriff's Office is looking for Tracy Baber Smith who has been missing since Tuesday. Family members say that they have not had contact with Tracy since Tuesday morning. Officials say her 2004 Saturn is also missing. Information? Call the Stokes County Sheriff's Office at 593-8787.
http://www.myfox8.com/news/local/wghp-stokes-missing-person-100610,0,115195.story
According to scientists consulting with the federal government, new figures showing that the amount of oil flowing from that blown-out well at the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico could be TWICE as much as previously thought. This is the third time that the U.S. government has had to increase its estimate of how much oil is gushing out of that BP oil well in the Gulf. http://www.wxii12.com/money/23866765/detail.html
(Maryland) When 93-year-old Paul Miller began teaching math, Franklin D. Roosevelt was president and a loaf of bread cost about 8 cents.
The year was 1934. Miller has been instructing students in private and public schools, from elementary to college, for 75 consecutive years. That would be an estimated 27,000 school days. That’s three generations of students. A record?? Paul Miller's children have made a case with Guinness World Records that he has the longest career as an accredited teacher.
Paul Miller quote “he believes deeply that a man who loves his job will never work a day in his life.” http://www.wbaltv.com/education/23857145/detail.html
SPORTS
NBA Finals (Game 4) Celtics over the Lakers…96 – 89. The series tied at 2 games each. Game 5: Sunday night in Boston.
NASCAR: Racing in Michigan
Sad news: The 13 year old great-granddaughter of Nelson Mandela (the former South African President) was killed in a car crash after attending the World Cup concert kick-off celebration last night. Police in Johannesburg have charged the driver with drunk driving. Zenani Mandela celebrated her 13th birthday only two days earlier.
The World Cup soccer championship officially begins today in Johannesburg, South Africa with a match-up between South Africa and Mexico. USA vs England on Saturday
http://www.voanews.com/english/news/africa/Mandelas-Great-granddaughter-Killed-in-Car-Crash-96131084.html
Mostly sunny…High around 90
Last day of school for students in Davidson County and Davie County
‘Team Abby’ letting out a sigh of relief this morning. 16-year-old Abby Sunderland was spotted by a search plane earlier this morning after she triggered a distress signal on Thursday.
Abby, the American teen attempting to sail solo around the world is alive and well…floating in the southern Indian Ocean about 2,000 miles off the Australian coast. Abby’s boat was banged up by rough seas. FYI: Abby's older brother Zac sailed around the world alone last year, with stops, he became the youngest person to ever do so at age 17. http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/11/missing.teen.sailor/index.html?hpt=T1
A 3-year-old girl was killed and four other passengers were injured when the vehicle they were riding in ran off the roadway and overturned. The accident happened along Peters Creek Parkway near Clemmonsville Road just before 3pm yesterday afternoon in Winston-Salem. This was the eighth traffic fatality in Winston-Salem in 2010. http://www.wxii12.com/news/23861182/detail.html
The Stokes County Sheriff's Office is looking for Tracy Baber Smith who has been missing since Tuesday. Family members say that they have not had contact with Tracy since Tuesday morning. Officials say her 2004 Saturn is also missing. Information? Call the Stokes County Sheriff's Office at 593-8787.
http://www.myfox8.com/news/local/wghp-stokes-missing-person-100610,0,115195.story
According to scientists consulting with the federal government, new figures showing that the amount of oil flowing from that blown-out well at the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico could be TWICE as much as previously thought. This is the third time that the U.S. government has had to increase its estimate of how much oil is gushing out of that BP oil well in the Gulf. http://www.wxii12.com/money/23866765/detail.html
(Maryland) When 93-year-old Paul Miller began teaching math, Franklin D. Roosevelt was president and a loaf of bread cost about 8 cents.
The year was 1934. Miller has been instructing students in private and public schools, from elementary to college, for 75 consecutive years. That would be an estimated 27,000 school days. That’s three generations of students. A record?? Paul Miller's children have made a case with Guinness World Records that he has the longest career as an accredited teacher.
Paul Miller quote “he believes deeply that a man who loves his job will never work a day in his life.” http://www.wbaltv.com/education/23857145/detail.html
SPORTS
NBA Finals (Game 4) Celtics over the Lakers…96 – 89. The series tied at 2 games each. Game 5: Sunday night in Boston.
NASCAR: Racing in Michigan
Sad news: The 13 year old great-granddaughter of Nelson Mandela (the former South African President) was killed in a car crash after attending the World Cup concert kick-off celebration last night. Police in Johannesburg have charged the driver with drunk driving. Zenani Mandela celebrated her 13th birthday only two days earlier.
The World Cup soccer championship officially begins today in Johannesburg, South Africa with a match-up between South Africa and Mexico. USA vs England on Saturday
http://www.voanews.com/english/news/africa/Mandelas-Great-granddaughter-Killed-in-Car-Crash-96131084.html
6.10.2010
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Hot…Hazy…Humid
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mostly sunny and warmer...High around 90
CVS will stop using Walgreens as a retail pharmacy partner in 30 days. Walgreens said this week that it would end its participation in any new prescription drug plans managed by CVS. CVS saying that recent actions by Walgreens has violated existing agreements...so negotiations. http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-06-09/cvs-to-exclude-walgreen-from-retail-pharmacy-network-update1-.html
Former American Idol, now country music star Carrie Underwood winning ‘Performance of the Year’ and ‘Video of the Year’ at the CMT Music Awards last night.
SPORTS: The Chicago Blackhawks winning the Stanley Cup Finals last night in OT. Blackhawks over the Fliers…4 – 3.
Traffic:
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mostly sunny and warmer...High around 90
Last day of school for most public school students in our listening area.
A peaceful protest turns nasty in Greensboro. Around 25 people were protesting in front of Representative Mel Watt's Greensboro office on Tuesday. Nathan Tabor, a local business owner and head of the Forsyth County Republican Party, says they were protesting a proposed amendment that would give companies money to help with rising credit card fees. Tabor was videotaping the event when a man, Govenor Spencer of Greensboro, approached the protest. "About that time a gentleman walks around the corner and walks into the middle of the crowd saying it's all George W. Bush's fault. It's all Dick Cheney's fault." Tabor said.
Spencer ended up pushing Tabor’s wife and then Tabor pushed the man back. A video shows Spencer then hitting Tabor in the face and other people calling for police. Tabor has filed assault charges against Spencer and Spencer has filed charges against Tabor.
See the video: http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-protest-punch-100609,0,3507781.story
Spencer ended up pushing Tabor’s wife and then Tabor pushed the man back. A video shows Spencer then hitting Tabor in the face and other people calling for police. Tabor has filed assault charges against Spencer and Spencer has filed charges against Tabor.
See the video: http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-protest-punch-100609,0,3507781.story
Three juveniles are being questioned about a series of bomb threats in Forsyth County. 14 bomb threat calls were received within the Winston-Salem Forsyth County School System on Tuesday around lunchtime. No charges have yet been filed. (journalnow.com)
Shares of BP stock fell 16% this morning amid new environmental concerns about the disaster, driving the stock price to below $30 dollars per share. Officials with NOAA weather confirming that oil from the ruptured BP oil well IS staying beneath the water. Officials describing the oil as being so thick that it blocked out almost all light and feels like a mixture of clay and wax . (CNN)
IRAN’S AMBASSADOR IS DISMISSING NEW SANCTIONS IMPOSED BY THE U.N. SECURITY COUNCIL on Wednesday…insisting that Iran will not stop enriching uranium. Twelve of the Security Council's 15 members voted in favor of the resolution. (RnR)
The 17-year-old boy involved in a swimming accident at a High Point pool over the weekend died as a result of being under the water too long. Family saying that the teen, Anthony Hayes, hit his head on a diving board and fell into the pool. According to the autopsy report, Hayes' death was the result of complications from submersion…and was not due to head trauma.
The death has been ruled an accident.
www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-swimming-death-autopsy-100609,0,568093.story
Shares of BP stock fell 16% this morning amid new environmental concerns about the disaster, driving the stock price to below $30 dollars per share. Officials with NOAA weather confirming that oil from the ruptured BP oil well IS staying beneath the water. Officials describing the oil as being so thick that it blocked out almost all light and feels like a mixture of clay and wax . (CNN)
IRAN’S AMBASSADOR IS DISMISSING NEW SANCTIONS IMPOSED BY THE U.N. SECURITY COUNCIL on Wednesday…insisting that Iran will not stop enriching uranium. Twelve of the Security Council's 15 members voted in favor of the resolution. (RnR)
The 17-year-old boy involved in a swimming accident at a High Point pool over the weekend died as a result of being under the water too long. Family saying that the teen, Anthony Hayes, hit his head on a diving board and fell into the pool. According to the autopsy report, Hayes' death was the result of complications from submersion…and was not due to head trauma.
The death has been ruled an accident.
www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-swimming-death-autopsy-100609,0,568093.story
A ‘suspicious’ package mailed to the U.S. Census Bureau in Asheboro caused quite a ‘scare’ Wednesday morning. Asheboro police closed down a stretch of South Fayetteville Street yesterday morning and evacuated the Hillside Shopping Center strip mall after an employee at the bureau thought the package was out-of-the-ordinary. The Greensboro Bomb Squad was then called in, and a mechanized robot removed and opened the package…finding only books inside. Asheboro police Capt. Jim Smith called the entire incident a "false alarm."
http://www.wxii12.com/news/23844567/detail.html
http://www.wxii12.com/news/23844567/detail.html
CVS will stop using Walgreens as a retail pharmacy partner in 30 days. Walgreens said this week that it would end its participation in any new prescription drug plans managed by CVS. CVS saying that recent actions by Walgreens has violated existing agreements...so negotiations. http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-06-09/cvs-to-exclude-walgreen-from-retail-pharmacy-network-update1-.html
Former American Idol, now country music star Carrie Underwood winning ‘Performance of the Year’ and ‘Video of the Year’ at the CMT Music Awards last night.
SPORTS: The Chicago Blackhawks winning the Stanley Cup Finals last night in OT. Blackhawks over the Fliers…4 – 3.
Traffic:
Winston-Salem: Bridge replacement on University Parkway. Road closed between Coliseum Drive and Northwest Blvd. A DETOUR is place through August.
Winston-Salem: Road closed. First Street near Corpening Plaza (between Liberty and Cherry streets) will be closed through the weekend. Crews fixing that ‘sink hole’.
6.09.2010
Wednesday, June 09, 2010
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mostly cloudy and breezy. A shower possible…High 85
Last day of school for students attending Asheboro City schools
RECALL: GM is recalling 1.5 million because the heated-washer-fluid system could ignite and cause a fire. 15 models including the Cadillac CTS, Chevy Traverse and Hummer H2 are on the list. Dealers will remove the heated washer system… and GM will compensate owners a $100 dollars. http://www.insideline.com/chevrolet/gm-recalls-15-million-2006-09-vehicles-for-fire-hazard.html
Recall: McDonald’s is offering $3 dollars ‘cash back’ for those recalled Shrek glasses. McDonald’s pulled the collector glasses last week because the painted design contained low levels of cadmium. www.aboutmcdonalds.com/mcd/our_company/mcd_faq/shrek_glasses_recall.html
Prayer appeal in Forsyth County gets additional support. A number of foundations including The Rutherford Institute, the National Legal Foundation and the N.C. Family Policy Council have filed statements of support for Forsyth County as it appeals a federal judge's decision to ban prayers that mention Jesus or make other sectarian references at county commissioner meetings. The ACLU has until June 21 to file its response to the county's appeal.
http://www.journalnow.com/content/2010/jun/09/groups-support-forsyth-in-prayer-appeal/
Authorities are still investigating bomb threats made to eight schools in Forsyth County around lunch time yesterday. No bombs or other suspicious devices were found at the schools: including Griffith Academy, Kennedy Learning Center, and the following middle schools: Clemmons, East Forsyth, Hill, Northwest, Philo and Wiley. The school year ends Thursday. (Journalnow.com)
A nursing home in Clemmons is facing federal and state claims that it isn't properly caring for residents…after investigators said a staff member injured a patient by picking her up out of a wheelchair and throwing her onto her bed. The state Department of Health and Human Services has told Clemmons Nursing and Rehab Center it has until June 19th to resolve the complaint. http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-story-clemmons-nursing-home-100608,0,4577396.story
Time Warner Cable is changing its digital line-up starting Monday, June 14. The channels will be arranged based on programming type. The changes impact digital channels above 100.
Republicans winning Key races in yesterday’s primary elections, including several women.
In California: former eBay CEO Meg Whitman will face Jerry Brown in the Governor’s race in November. In Nevada: Sharron Angle getting ‘Tea Party’ support in her win. Angle will face Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid in the Fall. In South Carolina: A runoff will be held for the Republican Governor’s race…the seat being vacated by current Gov. Mark Sanford.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/POLITICS/06/08/tuesday.primaries/index.html?hpt=T1
In North Carolina: Early voting continues through June 19th in our state’s run-off elections from May. (Run-off election: June 22). http://www.sboe.state.nc.us/
http://www.app.sboe.state.nc.us/erc/SampleBallots/2010-06-22/
Be careful what’s in the discard pile? A Massachusetts teacher cleaning up her classroom discovered a Colonial-era document buried in a pile of outdated textbooks and dusty scraps of papers. Michelle Eugenio, a fourth-grade teacher in Peabody, found the yellowed sheet of paper two weeks ago. Dated April 1792 and protected by plastic, it appears to document the payment of a debt by a Vermont man named Jonathan Bates. Bates served in the Continental Army in 1780 and died in 1808 at age 63. He's buried in Williamstown, Vermont. Peabody Historical Society President Bill Power verified the paper's authenticity. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20100609/D9G7DRT80.html
Calling the ‘Who Dat Nation’: The New Orleans Saints is raffling off an authentic Super Bowl ring to raise funds to help support those impacted by the oil spill. Raffle tickets are $2 (with a minimum ticket order being $10). The winner will be announced prior to the team’s September 9 home opener against Minnesota. http://www.wwl.com/Saints-to-auction-Super-Bowl-ring-to-support-Gulf-/7418437
SPORTS
NBA Finals: (Game 3) Lakers over Celtics 91 - 84. Lakers lead the series 2 to 1.
Traffic
Winston-Salem: First Street near Corpening Plaza (between Liberty and Cherry streets) will be closed starting Thursday morning through the weekend. Crews are still working to fix that ‘sink hole’.
Winston-Salem: Bridge replacement on University Parkway. Road closed between Coliseum Drive and Northwest Blvd. A DETOUR is place through August.
Last day of school for students attending Asheboro City schools
RECALL: GM is recalling 1.5 million because the heated-washer-fluid system could ignite and cause a fire. 15 models including the Cadillac CTS, Chevy Traverse and Hummer H2 are on the list. Dealers will remove the heated washer system… and GM will compensate owners a $100 dollars. http://www.insideline.com/chevrolet/gm-recalls-15-million-2006-09-vehicles-for-fire-hazard.html
Recall: McDonald’s is offering $3 dollars ‘cash back’ for those recalled Shrek glasses. McDonald’s pulled the collector glasses last week because the painted design contained low levels of cadmium. www.aboutmcdonalds.com/mcd/our_company/mcd_faq/shrek_glasses_recall.html
Prayer appeal in Forsyth County gets additional support. A number of foundations including The Rutherford Institute, the National Legal Foundation and the N.C. Family Policy Council have filed statements of support for Forsyth County as it appeals a federal judge's decision to ban prayers that mention Jesus or make other sectarian references at county commissioner meetings. The ACLU has until June 21 to file its response to the county's appeal.
http://www.journalnow.com/content/2010/jun/09/groups-support-forsyth-in-prayer-appeal/
Authorities are still investigating bomb threats made to eight schools in Forsyth County around lunch time yesterday. No bombs or other suspicious devices were found at the schools: including Griffith Academy, Kennedy Learning Center, and the following middle schools: Clemmons, East Forsyth, Hill, Northwest, Philo and Wiley. The school year ends Thursday. (Journalnow.com)
A nursing home in Clemmons is facing federal and state claims that it isn't properly caring for residents…after investigators said a staff member injured a patient by picking her up out of a wheelchair and throwing her onto her bed. The state Department of Health and Human Services has told Clemmons Nursing and Rehab Center it has until June 19th to resolve the complaint. http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-story-clemmons-nursing-home-100608,0,4577396.story
Time Warner Cable is changing its digital line-up starting Monday, June 14. The channels will be arranged based on programming type. The changes impact digital channels above 100.
Republicans winning Key races in yesterday’s primary elections, including several women.
In California: former eBay CEO Meg Whitman will face Jerry Brown in the Governor’s race in November. In Nevada: Sharron Angle getting ‘Tea Party’ support in her win. Angle will face Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid in the Fall. In South Carolina: A runoff will be held for the Republican Governor’s race…the seat being vacated by current Gov. Mark Sanford.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/POLITICS/06/08/tuesday.primaries/index.html?hpt=T1
In North Carolina: Early voting continues through June 19th in our state’s run-off elections from May. (Run-off election: June 22). http://www.sboe.state.nc.us/
http://www.app.sboe.state.nc.us/erc/SampleBallots/2010-06-22/
Be careful what’s in the discard pile? A Massachusetts teacher cleaning up her classroom discovered a Colonial-era document buried in a pile of outdated textbooks and dusty scraps of papers. Michelle Eugenio, a fourth-grade teacher in Peabody, found the yellowed sheet of paper two weeks ago. Dated April 1792 and protected by plastic, it appears to document the payment of a debt by a Vermont man named Jonathan Bates. Bates served in the Continental Army in 1780 and died in 1808 at age 63. He's buried in Williamstown, Vermont. Peabody Historical Society President Bill Power verified the paper's authenticity. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20100609/D9G7DRT80.html
Calling the ‘Who Dat Nation’: The New Orleans Saints is raffling off an authentic Super Bowl ring to raise funds to help support those impacted by the oil spill. Raffle tickets are $2 (with a minimum ticket order being $10). The winner will be announced prior to the team’s September 9 home opener against Minnesota. http://www.wwl.com/Saints-to-auction-Super-Bowl-ring-to-support-Gulf-/7418437
SPORTS
NBA Finals: (Game 3) Lakers over Celtics 91 - 84. Lakers lead the series 2 to 1.
Traffic
Winston-Salem: First Street near Corpening Plaza (between Liberty and Cherry streets) will be closed starting Thursday morning through the weekend. Crews are still working to fix that ‘sink hole’.
Winston-Salem: Bridge replacement on University Parkway. Road closed between Coliseum Drive and Northwest Blvd. A DETOUR is place through August.
6.08.2010
Tuesday, June 08, 2010
Another break in the heat and humidity…
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mostly sunny…High 83
A new sleep study from Stanford University telling us what we already know…nearly one in five adults in the US suffers from ‘moderate to excessive daytime sleepiness’. About 18% of participants said they had fallen asleep or become drowsy in situations like meetings and conversations when they should have been concentrating. http://consumer.healthday.com/Article.asp?AID=639825
A new Washington Post / ABC poll finding that ‘anti-incumbent’ sentiment is at an all time high. The national survey shows that only 29% of Americans now say they are inclined to support their House Representative in November. Tuesday is the busiest single primary day of the year, with voters in 12 states going to the polls today. (ABC)
A volunteer at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center has been honored with a new Guinness World Record for the most volunteer hours worked. Don Moss was treated at the hospital in 1980 after being struck by a tractor-trailer. Doctors at the time didn't think he'd survive, but after spending three months in a coma, Moss woke up during his birthday celebration. While he was undergoing physical therapy, someone suggested that he spend some time volunteering. So, Don did. Twenty-eight years later, he works a total of 48 hours each week Monday through Thursday delivering courtesy letters to patients and helping deliver flowers when needed. He also helps lost visitors find their way. BTW: Moss has registered more than 47,000 hours of volunteer time at Baptist Hospital. http://www.wxii12.com/news/23821689/detail.html
Joran Van der Sloot, the prime suspect in the 2005 disappearance of Alabama teen Natalee Holloway , has confessed to killing a 21 year old Peruvian woman room last week. The murder happened after Van der Sloot learned that the woman had looked up information about his past on his laptop. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20100608/D9G710NO0.html
Bank of America will pay $108 million dollars to settle federal charges that Countrywide Financial Corporation collected fees from borrowers facing foreclosure. The fees far exceeded market rates. The settlement seeks to refund money to about 200,000 borrowers. Bank of America purchased Countrywide in 2008. The actions in the case took place before the acquisition. http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/07/article/bank_of_america_to_pay_108_million_settlement
Steve Jobs introducing the next generation iPhone to a packed audience at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference in San Francisco yesterday. The new, slimmer hardware comes equipped with a much-improved screen, two cameras - including one facing the user for videoconferencing - a faster processor and a mobile version of Apple's video-editing program, iMovie. The phone will go on sale June 24 ($199 for the 16 gig model and $299 for 32 gigabytes).
Helen Thomas, a veteran White House news reporter, has ‘retired’ in the wake of controversy over remarks she made recently…calling on Israel to get "out of Palestine." She also said that Jews should go back to Germany, Poland or to the United States "or anywhere else." Helen Thomas, the daughter of Lebanese immigrants, covered the White House since the early 1960s. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20100608/D9G6S62G0.html
Funeral arrangements have been released for Dana Key, of the legendary Christian rock duo Degarmo and Key, passed away Sunday night from a ruptured blood clot. Key was 56. A memorial service is planned for Thursday afternoon at The Love of Christ Church near Memphis. DeGarmo and Key formed their Christian rock act in high school. They signed with Lion and Lamb Records in 1977 at a time when Christian rock was just beginning to form and was viewed by many as "the Devil's music." DeGarmo and Key recorded a dozen studio albums and were nominated for 7 Grammy Awards and 17 Dove Awards. In 1987, DeGarmo & Key formed the Christian label ForeFront. Key founded The Love of Christ Church near Memphis back in 2002. DeGarmo and Key reunited in 2007 and performed together ocassionally. A memorial service is planned for 1 p.m. Thursday at The Love of Christ Church near Memphis. (RnR)
Richard Butler wanted his girlfriend Bethany Lott to think they were just taking a scenic hike in the North Carolina Mountains. But, Richard had a secret plan. Once he and Bethany reached the top of the peak they were hiking…he planned to pull out a ring and ask her to be his bride.
However, a severe storm hit Max Patch Bald near Asheville where the Knoxville couple was hiking. A lightning bolt struck the couple. Richard and girlfriend, Bethany were knocked cold. “She didn't say anything. I turned around and she was laying a few feet away, and I crawled to her," he told reporters on Monday. Richard attempted CPR for 15 minutes and then tried to call out on her cell phone…but no signal. Richard left his fiancee lying on the hill and drove to the first home he found. A father and his son, who was home on leave from the Navy, jumped in Richard’s truck and raced back to assist Bethany. Rescuers tried unsuccessfully to resuscitate Bethany. A funeral service will be held this week in Tennessee. FYI: Richard suffered third-degree burns on his feet.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/07/article/lightning_kills_tenn_woman_before_fiance_proposed
SPORTS
NBA Playoffs (Game 3 tonight) Lakers vs Celtics. Series tied 1 - 1.
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mostly sunny…High 83
A new sleep study from Stanford University telling us what we already know…nearly one in five adults in the US suffers from ‘moderate to excessive daytime sleepiness’. About 18% of participants said they had fallen asleep or become drowsy in situations like meetings and conversations when they should have been concentrating. http://consumer.healthday.com/Article.asp?AID=639825
A new Washington Post / ABC poll finding that ‘anti-incumbent’ sentiment is at an all time high. The national survey shows that only 29% of Americans now say they are inclined to support their House Representative in November. Tuesday is the busiest single primary day of the year, with voters in 12 states going to the polls today. (ABC)
A volunteer at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center has been honored with a new Guinness World Record for the most volunteer hours worked. Don Moss was treated at the hospital in 1980 after being struck by a tractor-trailer. Doctors at the time didn't think he'd survive, but after spending three months in a coma, Moss woke up during his birthday celebration. While he was undergoing physical therapy, someone suggested that he spend some time volunteering. So, Don did. Twenty-eight years later, he works a total of 48 hours each week Monday through Thursday delivering courtesy letters to patients and helping deliver flowers when needed. He also helps lost visitors find their way. BTW: Moss has registered more than 47,000 hours of volunteer time at Baptist Hospital. http://www.wxii12.com/news/23821689/detail.html
Joran Van der Sloot, the prime suspect in the 2005 disappearance of Alabama teen Natalee Holloway , has confessed to killing a 21 year old Peruvian woman room last week. The murder happened after Van der Sloot learned that the woman had looked up information about his past on his laptop. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20100608/D9G710NO0.html
Bank of America will pay $108 million dollars to settle federal charges that Countrywide Financial Corporation collected fees from borrowers facing foreclosure. The fees far exceeded market rates. The settlement seeks to refund money to about 200,000 borrowers. Bank of America purchased Countrywide in 2008. The actions in the case took place before the acquisition. http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/07/article/bank_of_america_to_pay_108_million_settlement
Steve Jobs introducing the next generation iPhone to a packed audience at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference in San Francisco yesterday. The new, slimmer hardware comes equipped with a much-improved screen, two cameras - including one facing the user for videoconferencing - a faster processor and a mobile version of Apple's video-editing program, iMovie. The phone will go on sale June 24 ($199 for the 16 gig model and $299 for 32 gigabytes).
Helen Thomas, a veteran White House news reporter, has ‘retired’ in the wake of controversy over remarks she made recently…calling on Israel to get "out of Palestine." She also said that Jews should go back to Germany, Poland or to the United States "or anywhere else." Helen Thomas, the daughter of Lebanese immigrants, covered the White House since the early 1960s. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20100608/D9G6S62G0.html
Funeral arrangements have been released for Dana Key, of the legendary Christian rock duo Degarmo and Key, passed away Sunday night from a ruptured blood clot. Key was 56. A memorial service is planned for Thursday afternoon at The Love of Christ Church near Memphis. DeGarmo and Key formed their Christian rock act in high school. They signed with Lion and Lamb Records in 1977 at a time when Christian rock was just beginning to form and was viewed by many as "the Devil's music." DeGarmo and Key recorded a dozen studio albums and were nominated for 7 Grammy Awards and 17 Dove Awards. In 1987, DeGarmo & Key formed the Christian label ForeFront. Key founded The Love of Christ Church near Memphis back in 2002. DeGarmo and Key reunited in 2007 and performed together ocassionally. A memorial service is planned for 1 p.m. Thursday at The Love of Christ Church near Memphis. (RnR)
Richard Butler wanted his girlfriend Bethany Lott to think they were just taking a scenic hike in the North Carolina Mountains. But, Richard had a secret plan. Once he and Bethany reached the top of the peak they were hiking…he planned to pull out a ring and ask her to be his bride.
However, a severe storm hit Max Patch Bald near Asheville where the Knoxville couple was hiking. A lightning bolt struck the couple. Richard and girlfriend, Bethany were knocked cold. “She didn't say anything. I turned around and she was laying a few feet away, and I crawled to her," he told reporters on Monday. Richard attempted CPR for 15 minutes and then tried to call out on her cell phone…but no signal. Richard left his fiancee lying on the hill and drove to the first home he found. A father and his son, who was home on leave from the Navy, jumped in Richard’s truck and raced back to assist Bethany. Rescuers tried unsuccessfully to resuscitate Bethany. A funeral service will be held this week in Tennessee. FYI: Richard suffered third-degree burns on his feet.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/07/article/lightning_kills_tenn_woman_before_fiance_proposed
SPORTS
NBA Playoffs (Game 3 tonight) Lakers vs Celtics. Series tied 1 - 1.
Monday, June 07, 2010
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mostly sunny…High 82
A break in the heat and humidity…
The cleanup continues after severe weather (even tornadoes) ripping through several Midwestern states over the weekend. In Millbury, Ohio (near Toledo), a tornado claimed seven lives and destroyed a high school on Saturday… the day before a High School graduation.
The storm claimed the life of the valedictorian's father…
“They were planning to wage violent jihad”. The FBI arresting two New Jersey men at JFK airport on Saturday bound for Somalia and charging them with conspiring to kill, maim and kidnap people outside the US.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/06/06/new.york.terror.arrests/index.html?hpt=T2
BP HAS MADE SOME PROGRESS IN CONTAINING THE MASSIVE OIL LEAK IN THE GULF OF MEXICO. A containment cap placed on the blown-out well in the Gulf is collecting about 10 thousand barrels of oil a day…out of the 19 thousand barrels of oil leaking into the Gulf. (CNN)
As if the pictures of birds and fish coated in floating oil in the Gulf of Mexico is not disturbing enough, scientists at the University of South Florida now say they have found evidence of another oil plume gushing oil in the northeastern Gulf. Through microscopic fingerprinting, university researchers were able to show the oil in the second plume came from BP's blown out oil well. BP is denying the latest claims. NOAA and the University of South Florida will hold a joint press conference Tuesday morning to release their final findings.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/07/gulf.oil.plume/index.html?hpt=T1
Family of a teen who died Saturday afternoon says his death was an accident. 17 year old Anthony Hayes hit his head on a diving board and fell into the pool at Washington Terrace Park in High Point. Hayes later died from his injuries at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. (Greensboro news / record)
The city of High Point will hold a public hearing at 5:30pm today to discuss possible cuts to the city's budget. An additional hearing will also be held Thursday morning.
Early voting for candidates in the run-off elections from May continues until June 19. The run off election will take place on June 22. Contact your county Board of Elections link for more details:
www.app.sboe.state.nc.us/erc/SampleBallots/2010-06-22/
www.sboe.state.nc.us/
U.S. Airways had to cancel two of its flights after the planes clipped each other as they taxied at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport. The airline said the two planes were heading to the runway about 4 p.m. on Saturday when the wing of one of the aircraft clipped the tail of the other plane. The incident caused only minor damage and no injuries were reported.
A killer whale at SeaWorld Orlando died Sunday while giving birth. The calf was stillborn. The father of the calf was the killer whale involved in the death of a trainer in February. SeaWorld canceled two shows on Sunday, but all shows are expected to resume today. SeaWorld has had 26 successful births of killer whale calves in captivity. FYI: The birthing success rate is about 50% in the wild and 85% in a "zoological situation." http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/07/florida.sea.world.whale.death/index.html
SPORTS
NBA Playoffs (Game two) Celtics over Lakers (103-94) series tied 1 -1.
Denny Hamlin winning at Pocono. That’s Hamlin’s 4th checkered flag of the season.
Congrats to North Davidson's lady softball team winning the 4-A state title on Saturday. That’s the first state title for Black Knights' softball coach Mike Lambros in 30 years. North (32 – 0) over T.C. Roberson…7-2 on Saturday...
1-A…East Surry
2-A…Eastern Randolph
3-A…SW Randolph
A break in the heat and humidity…
The cleanup continues after severe weather (even tornadoes) ripping through several Midwestern states over the weekend. In Millbury, Ohio (near Toledo), a tornado claimed seven lives and destroyed a high school on Saturday… the day before a High School graduation.
The storm claimed the life of the valedictorian's father…
“They were planning to wage violent jihad”. The FBI arresting two New Jersey men at JFK airport on Saturday bound for Somalia and charging them with conspiring to kill, maim and kidnap people outside the US.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/06/06/new.york.terror.arrests/index.html?hpt=T2
BP HAS MADE SOME PROGRESS IN CONTAINING THE MASSIVE OIL LEAK IN THE GULF OF MEXICO. A containment cap placed on the blown-out well in the Gulf is collecting about 10 thousand barrels of oil a day…out of the 19 thousand barrels of oil leaking into the Gulf. (CNN)
As if the pictures of birds and fish coated in floating oil in the Gulf of Mexico is not disturbing enough, scientists at the University of South Florida now say they have found evidence of another oil plume gushing oil in the northeastern Gulf. Through microscopic fingerprinting, university researchers were able to show the oil in the second plume came from BP's blown out oil well. BP is denying the latest claims. NOAA and the University of South Florida will hold a joint press conference Tuesday morning to release their final findings.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/07/gulf.oil.plume/index.html?hpt=T1
Family of a teen who died Saturday afternoon says his death was an accident. 17 year old Anthony Hayes hit his head on a diving board and fell into the pool at Washington Terrace Park in High Point. Hayes later died from his injuries at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. (Greensboro news / record)
The city of High Point will hold a public hearing at 5:30pm today to discuss possible cuts to the city's budget. An additional hearing will also be held Thursday morning.
Early voting for candidates in the run-off elections from May continues until June 19. The run off election will take place on June 22. Contact your county Board of Elections link for more details:
www.app.sboe.state.nc.us/erc/SampleBallots/2010-06-22/
www.sboe.state.nc.us/
U.S. Airways had to cancel two of its flights after the planes clipped each other as they taxied at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport. The airline said the two planes were heading to the runway about 4 p.m. on Saturday when the wing of one of the aircraft clipped the tail of the other plane. The incident caused only minor damage and no injuries were reported.
A killer whale at SeaWorld Orlando died Sunday while giving birth. The calf was stillborn. The father of the calf was the killer whale involved in the death of a trainer in February. SeaWorld canceled two shows on Sunday, but all shows are expected to resume today. SeaWorld has had 26 successful births of killer whale calves in captivity. FYI: The birthing success rate is about 50% in the wild and 85% in a "zoological situation." http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/07/florida.sea.world.whale.death/index.html
SPORTS
NBA Playoffs (Game two) Celtics over Lakers (103-94) series tied 1 -1.
Denny Hamlin winning at Pocono. That’s Hamlin’s 4th checkered flag of the season.
Congrats to North Davidson's lady softball team winning the 4-A state title on Saturday. That’s the first state title for Black Knights' softball coach Mike Lambros in 30 years. North (32 – 0) over T.C. Roberson…7-2 on Saturday...
1-A…East Surry
2-A…Eastern Randolph
3-A…SW Randolph
6.04.2010
Friday, June 04, 2010
Today: Sun and clouds. A 50-50 chance of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon...High 88
Today is National Donut Day
-Krispy Kreme locations are giving out free donuts…ONE per customer.
-At Dunkin' Donuts…you get a FREE donut if you buy a beverage.
BTW: National Doughnut Day started in 1938 as a fund raiser for the Chicago Salvation Army to help the needy during the Great Depression.
RECALL: McDonald's is pulling its collectible 'Shrek' glasses…because the painted design on the glasses contain low levels of the toxic metal ‘cadmium’.
The collectible Shrek glasses were sold at McDonald's for around $2.00.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10257.html
Call McDonald’s toll-free at (800) 244-6227
House lawmakers in Raleigh voted yesterday to do away with end-of-course tests for several high school subjects, including geometry, U.S. history, physical science, economics and civics. The money saved by cutting the tests would be put toward purchasing instructional supplies for classrooms under the House version of the budget.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/03/article/some_end_of_course_tests_may_be_cut
Back in the spotlight: Joran van der Sloot is in custody in Chile, facing potential murder charges in Peru and extortion charges in the U.S. Van der sloot is the main suspect in this week's slaying of 21-year-old Stephany Flores Ramirez, who was found Wednesday in a Lima, Peru, hotel room. Van der Sloot was previously a suspect in the 2005 disappearance of Alabama teenager Natalee Holloway, who was on a high school graduation trip to the Caribbean island of Aruba. Van der Sloot was arrested twice in connection with the case but released both times. He denied any involvement and has not been charged.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/06/04/peru.murder.case/index.html?hpt=T2
So, is it working? BP will be monitoring how effective the new containment cap that was placed on the ruptured undersea oil well is… in slowing down the largest oil spill in U.S. history. Officials say that the ‘cap’ will not completely stop the spill. The President will visit the Gulf again later today. (CNN)
How dangerous is the oil that is washing ashore? Not very, experts say.
People should of course stay away from oil on the beach or in the water, but swallowing a little oil-tainted water or getting slimed by a ‘tar ball’ is not considered grounds for a trip to the emergency room, health officials say. FYI: Oil has now washed up on the beaches of three Gulf states…Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama…and is making its way toward the Florida Panhandle. (CNN)
Exercising during college could get you better grades. Twenty minutes of daily vigorous physical activity among college students may lead to a higher grade point average…compared to students who do not exercise. The study further demonstrates that exercise reduces stress, improves performance and increases a sense of well-being.
The findings were presented at the American College of Sport Medicine's annual meeting.
http://pagingdrgupta.blogs.cnn.com/2010/06/03/does-increased-activity-mean-higher-gpa/?hpt=T2
Early voting for candidates in the run-off elections from May continues until June 19. The run off election will take place on June 22. Contact your county Board of Elections: www.sboe.state.nc.us/
http://www.app.sboe.state.nc.us/erc/SampleBallots/2010-06-22/
Rue McClanahan, the Emmy-winning actress who played Blanche on the hit TV series "The Golden Girls," died of a brain hemorrhage on Thursday. She was 76 years old.
It's not just the ‘image’ of a piece of steak on a fork on a new billboard in Mooresville that will catch your attention…it’s the “aroma” coming from the sign.
The billboard for Bloom, a division of Food Lion, is fashioned into the shape of a gigantic piece of steak on a fork. The first-of-its-kind billboard near Lake Norman propels the smell of ‘BBQ on a grill’ toward drivers along the highway. High powered fans will push the hickory smoke scent during drive time (morning and evening) every day through June 18th.
http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-story-scented-billboard-steak-100603,0,5543192.story
SPORTS: The WS Dash over the Kinston Indians last night...11 to 7. The Dash at home through Sunday. www.wsdash.com
NBA Playoffs: Game one going to the LA Lakers. Game two on Sunday.
Umpire Jim Joyce wiped away tears as he took the field on Thursday, a day after his ‘blown call’ at the end of the Tigers – Indians game cost Detroit Tigers pitcher Armando Galarraga a perfect game. On Thursday, Joyce and Galarraga met at home plate Thursday afternoon as the pitcher presented the umpire with the Tigers' lineup card. Joyce shook hands with Galarraga and clapped him on the shoulder. General Motors surprised Galarraga with a 2010 Corvette convertible. FYI: Baseball commissioner Bud Selig said he would not reverse the call, but would examine expanding instant replay in baseball.
http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=5246454
Today is National Donut Day
-Krispy Kreme locations are giving out free donuts…ONE per customer.
-At Dunkin' Donuts…you get a FREE donut if you buy a beverage.
BTW: National Doughnut Day started in 1938 as a fund raiser for the Chicago Salvation Army to help the needy during the Great Depression.
RECALL: McDonald's is pulling its collectible 'Shrek' glasses…because the painted design on the glasses contain low levels of the toxic metal ‘cadmium’.
The collectible Shrek glasses were sold at McDonald's for around $2.00.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10257.html
Call McDonald’s toll-free at (800) 244-6227
House lawmakers in Raleigh voted yesterday to do away with end-of-course tests for several high school subjects, including geometry, U.S. history, physical science, economics and civics. The money saved by cutting the tests would be put toward purchasing instructional supplies for classrooms under the House version of the budget.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/03/article/some_end_of_course_tests_may_be_cut
Back in the spotlight: Joran van der Sloot is in custody in Chile, facing potential murder charges in Peru and extortion charges in the U.S. Van der sloot is the main suspect in this week's slaying of 21-year-old Stephany Flores Ramirez, who was found Wednesday in a Lima, Peru, hotel room. Van der Sloot was previously a suspect in the 2005 disappearance of Alabama teenager Natalee Holloway, who was on a high school graduation trip to the Caribbean island of Aruba. Van der Sloot was arrested twice in connection with the case but released both times. He denied any involvement and has not been charged.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/06/04/peru.murder.case/index.html?hpt=T2
So, is it working? BP will be monitoring how effective the new containment cap that was placed on the ruptured undersea oil well is… in slowing down the largest oil spill in U.S. history. Officials say that the ‘cap’ will not completely stop the spill. The President will visit the Gulf again later today. (CNN)
How dangerous is the oil that is washing ashore? Not very, experts say.
People should of course stay away from oil on the beach or in the water, but swallowing a little oil-tainted water or getting slimed by a ‘tar ball’ is not considered grounds for a trip to the emergency room, health officials say. FYI: Oil has now washed up on the beaches of three Gulf states…Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama…and is making its way toward the Florida Panhandle. (CNN)
Exercising during college could get you better grades. Twenty minutes of daily vigorous physical activity among college students may lead to a higher grade point average…compared to students who do not exercise. The study further demonstrates that exercise reduces stress, improves performance and increases a sense of well-being.
The findings were presented at the American College of Sport Medicine's annual meeting.
http://pagingdrgupta.blogs.cnn.com/2010/06/03/does-increased-activity-mean-higher-gpa/?hpt=T2
Early voting for candidates in the run-off elections from May continues until June 19. The run off election will take place on June 22. Contact your county Board of Elections: www.sboe.state.nc.us/
http://www.app.sboe.state.nc.us/erc/SampleBallots/2010-06-22/
Rue McClanahan, the Emmy-winning actress who played Blanche on the hit TV series "The Golden Girls," died of a brain hemorrhage on Thursday. She was 76 years old.
It's not just the ‘image’ of a piece of steak on a fork on a new billboard in Mooresville that will catch your attention…it’s the “aroma” coming from the sign.
The billboard for Bloom, a division of Food Lion, is fashioned into the shape of a gigantic piece of steak on a fork. The first-of-its-kind billboard near Lake Norman propels the smell of ‘BBQ on a grill’ toward drivers along the highway. High powered fans will push the hickory smoke scent during drive time (morning and evening) every day through June 18th.
http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-story-scented-billboard-steak-100603,0,5543192.story
SPORTS: The WS Dash over the Kinston Indians last night...11 to 7. The Dash at home through Sunday. www.wsdash.com
NBA Playoffs: Game one going to the LA Lakers. Game two on Sunday.
Umpire Jim Joyce wiped away tears as he took the field on Thursday, a day after his ‘blown call’ at the end of the Tigers – Indians game cost Detroit Tigers pitcher Armando Galarraga a perfect game. On Thursday, Joyce and Galarraga met at home plate Thursday afternoon as the pitcher presented the umpire with the Tigers' lineup card. Joyce shook hands with Galarraga and clapped him on the shoulder. General Motors surprised Galarraga with a 2010 Corvette convertible. FYI: Baseball commissioner Bud Selig said he would not reverse the call, but would examine expanding instant replay in baseball.
http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=5246454
6.03.2010
Thursday, June 03, 2010
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Scattered thunderstorms (again) this afternoon…High 86
Special guest: Debbie Pullen - marketing director with Nature's Pearl (sister company of Le Bleu Water)
Le Bleu Water www.lebleu.com/
Nature's Pearl FREE Trial ( Muscadine Grape Seed Supplements)
http://naturespearl.mlmplanner.com/fru/pg/39544/mitem/19797/default.aspx
11 years ago today in Christian music…
The #1 adult contemporary song: Bob Carlisle's "Butterfly Kisses"
The #1 Christian hit: "Colored People" by DC Talk.
The #1 adult Christian song: "After the Day is Gone" by Bryan Duncan.
RECALL: Maytag has issued a recall of 1.7 million dishwashers after reports of fires starting due to electrical problems with the heating element.
All the recalled dishwashers have plastic interiors and were sold nationwide between February 2006 through April of this year. 1 (800) 544-5513 https://repair.maytag.com/prjjck10/default.jsp
More mechanical trouble for BP: The latest plan to saw off a ‘riser’ pipe roughly a mile under the sea on Wednesday hit a snag when a diamond-tipped saw became stuck after slicing through about half of the blown-out oil well pipe. It took BP 12 hours to free the saw, and the company hopes to use giant shears similar to an oversized garden tool to snip off the pipe.
The state Senate has voted to close a potential health insurance ‘gap’. If the Governor signs the bill into law, children and young adults of state employees, teachers and retirees can remain on their parents' state health insurance plan until later this year.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/02/article/nc_lawmakers_ok_health_coverage_for_young_adults
Want to see the Amazon ‘Kindle’ before you buy it? Starting June 6th, Target will begin selling the eReader for around $259 dollars.
AT&T has ended its unlimited data plans. Now, iPhone and iPad users are going to have to pay by the amount of data they consume. If you watch too much video on your 3G iPad, you are going to get billed for it. On the other hand, AT&T also announced that it will now allow you to tether your computer to your iPhone, so you won't have to purchase a separate wireless card.
But, the same limited data plan fees will apply.
The release of Rick Warren’s new book, The Hope You Need, has been delayed indefinitely. In a statement by publisher Zondervan, Warren needs time to focus on other projects at the moment. The book is based on an eight-part sermon series on the Lord’s Prayer that Warren delivered last year at Saddleback Church in Southern California. Warren’s earlier book, The Purpose Driven Life, is the best-selling hard-cover book in history.
http://www.christianpost.com/article/20100531/rick-warrens-new-book-delayed-indefinitely/index.html
More than 5,500 church members across western North Carolina including 45 local United Methodist churches will be out in their neighborhoods to serve others this Saturday. ‘Impact Community’ will get church members out of their four walls and involved in various ‘service’ projects while encouraging members to ‘live beyond themselves’. http://www.wnccumc.org/
Volunteer and event info: www.rethinkchurchevents.org
KFC is planning on giving away FREE food to 100 customers in each of the 50 states including North Carolina on June 17th. KFC, with 32 Triad locations, is asking customers who want a restaurant in their city to give away free food to nominate that city in a posting on one of KFC’s social-media pages including Facebook or Twitter. You can also make nominations via e-mail to sogood@kfc.com. KFC plans to review all the submissions and select at least one restaurant in each state where 100 customers will receive free $5 Big Crunch Boxes on June 17. The box features three Extra Crispy Strips, a biscuit and medium drink. http://www.bizjournals.com/triad/stories/2010/05/31/daily25.html
FYI: On June 14, KFC plans to distribute a secret password through all its social-media channels that can be used to get a FREE lunch at the selected restaurants.
SPORTS
Umpire Blows Pitcher's Perfect Game: You got to give it to umpire Jim Joyce -- it was a gutsy call. He called a Cleveland Indians base runner safe even though he was out, keeping Detroit Tigers pitcher Armando Galarraga from having a perfect game.
http://www.npr.org/blogs/thetwo-way/2010/06/imperfect_umpire_blows_pitcher.html
Watch the play: http://mlb.mlb.com/video/play.jsp?content_id=8616789
Special guest: Debbie Pullen - marketing director with Nature's Pearl (sister company of Le Bleu Water)
Le Bleu Water www.lebleu.com/
Nature's Pearl FREE Trial ( Muscadine Grape Seed Supplements)
http://naturespearl.mlmplanner.com/fru/pg/39544/mitem/19797/default.aspx
11 years ago today in Christian music…
The #1 adult contemporary song: Bob Carlisle's "Butterfly Kisses"
The #1 Christian hit: "Colored People" by DC Talk.
The #1 adult Christian song: "After the Day is Gone" by Bryan Duncan.
RECALL: Maytag has issued a recall of 1.7 million dishwashers after reports of fires starting due to electrical problems with the heating element.
All the recalled dishwashers have plastic interiors and were sold nationwide between February 2006 through April of this year. 1 (800) 544-5513 https://repair.maytag.com/prjjck10/default.jsp
More mechanical trouble for BP: The latest plan to saw off a ‘riser’ pipe roughly a mile under the sea on Wednesday hit a snag when a diamond-tipped saw became stuck after slicing through about half of the blown-out oil well pipe. It took BP 12 hours to free the saw, and the company hopes to use giant shears similar to an oversized garden tool to snip off the pipe.
The state Senate has voted to close a potential health insurance ‘gap’. If the Governor signs the bill into law, children and young adults of state employees, teachers and retirees can remain on their parents' state health insurance plan until later this year.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/02/article/nc_lawmakers_ok_health_coverage_for_young_adults
Want to see the Amazon ‘Kindle’ before you buy it? Starting June 6th, Target will begin selling the eReader for around $259 dollars.
AT&T has ended its unlimited data plans. Now, iPhone and iPad users are going to have to pay by the amount of data they consume. If you watch too much video on your 3G iPad, you are going to get billed for it. On the other hand, AT&T also announced that it will now allow you to tether your computer to your iPhone, so you won't have to purchase a separate wireless card.
But, the same limited data plan fees will apply.
The release of Rick Warren’s new book, The Hope You Need, has been delayed indefinitely. In a statement by publisher Zondervan, Warren needs time to focus on other projects at the moment. The book is based on an eight-part sermon series on the Lord’s Prayer that Warren delivered last year at Saddleback Church in Southern California. Warren’s earlier book, The Purpose Driven Life, is the best-selling hard-cover book in history.
http://www.christianpost.com/article/20100531/rick-warrens-new-book-delayed-indefinitely/index.html
More than 5,500 church members across western North Carolina including 45 local United Methodist churches will be out in their neighborhoods to serve others this Saturday. ‘Impact Community’ will get church members out of their four walls and involved in various ‘service’ projects while encouraging members to ‘live beyond themselves’. http://www.wnccumc.org/
Volunteer and event info: www.rethinkchurchevents.org
KFC is planning on giving away FREE food to 100 customers in each of the 50 states including North Carolina on June 17th. KFC, with 32 Triad locations, is asking customers who want a restaurant in their city to give away free food to nominate that city in a posting on one of KFC’s social-media pages including Facebook or Twitter. You can also make nominations via e-mail to sogood@kfc.com. KFC plans to review all the submissions and select at least one restaurant in each state where 100 customers will receive free $5 Big Crunch Boxes on June 17. The box features three Extra Crispy Strips, a biscuit and medium drink. http://www.bizjournals.com/triad/stories/2010/05/31/daily25.html
FYI: On June 14, KFC plans to distribute a secret password through all its social-media channels that can be used to get a FREE lunch at the selected restaurants.
SPORTS
Umpire Blows Pitcher's Perfect Game: You got to give it to umpire Jim Joyce -- it was a gutsy call. He called a Cleveland Indians base runner safe even though he was out, keeping Detroit Tigers pitcher Armando Galarraga from having a perfect game.
http://www.npr.org/blogs/thetwo-way/2010/06/imperfect_umpire_blows_pitcher.html
Watch the play: http://mlb.mlb.com/video/play.jsp?content_id=8616789
6.02.2010
Wednesday, June 02, 2010
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mix of sun and clouds. An afternoon thunderstorm is possible…High 85
Greensboro - accident on Randleman Road at Concord Street
Randleman Road is closed in both directions around Concord Street after an accident knocked down a power pole. A detour is in place. Police will be on the scene until repairs are complete.
The detours:
Northbound on Randleman: right on Village Green Drive, left on Sobar Street and left on Robbins Street which will take you back to Randleman.
Southbound on Randleman: left on Robbins Street, right on Sobar Street and right on Village Green Drive back to Randleman.
News...
A Sandy Ridge couple has been arrested for allegedly plotting to ‘murder’ their 4- month-old baby. William Plaster Jr and Shannon Fortenberry are in the Stokes County Jail under a $10 million dollar bond each, the highest ever in Stokes County. Doctors said that the 4 month old baby had several broken bones and severe head trauma. According to the Stokes County sheriff's office, the infant is in a permanent, vegetative state and has been released from the hospital into the care of a foster home. He's not expected to live. The couple's first court appearance is scheduled for Wednesday, June 16. (News / Record)
Want ideas…ask the experts Film director James Cameron (of "Avatar" and "Titanic" fame), along with a group of scientists and other experts met with government officials from the Environmental Protection Agency yesterday for a brainstorming session on stopping the massive oil leak in the Gulf. Cameron is considered an expert on underwater filming and remote vehicle technologies. BTW: B-P is currently using robot submarines to make a second cut into the undersea oil well's riser pipe, the initial steps toward placing a cap over the well that has spewed hundreds of thousands of gallons of oil into the Gulf of Mexico every day since late April. http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/02/gulf.oil.spill/index.html?hpt=T1
Villagers are still trying to hunt for victims of numerous landslides that have killed at least 180 people in Central America. Thousands remain homeless following the season's first tropical storm that dumped heavy rains to the area over the weekend. In Guatemala, 152 deaths have been blamed on Tropical Storm Agatha. Officials in Guatemala's capital are still trying to deal with a vast sinkhole that swallowed a building on Sunday. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20100602/D9G2SO7G0.html
Former Vice President Al Gore and his wife, Tipper, are separating after 40 years of marriage. The news broke via an e-mail on Tuesday. The Gores were telling friends that they "grew apart" after 40 years of marriage…both had carved out separate lives, with the former vice president on the road frequently.
http://apnews.myway.com/article/20100602/D9G2L1T00.html
An engaged couple from eastern Pennsylvania has a lot in common. Amy Singley and Steven Smith were both born on the same day (April 17, 1986) in the same hospital (St. Luke's Hospital) and their mothers even shared a room in the maternity ward.
The two families continued to interact over the years through church activities.
Steven asked Amy on a date to the movies when they were sophomores in high school. Amy says she knew that Steven was the right guy for her after their second date. She says people are convinced the 24-year-olds were "destined to be together." They plan to get married next Saturday, June 12. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20100601/D9G2A3JO0.html
But I’m still here, really: One man near Nashville is trying to prove he's still alive. While applying for college, he found out the government said he died last summer. 28 year old Jonathan Hostetler said that the whole “’you’re dead thing’ started out kind of funny, but now it's really starting to get aggravating." Last week, Jonathan applied to an art school and was told to qualify for financial aid. When Hostetler called the IRS office for advice, he got a surprise. The lady from the IRS snickered and informed Jonathan that, ‘according to the Social Security office, you're deceased". He did some checking, and after looking up his name on public sites linked to the Social Security death index, he found his birth date, Social Security number and birthplace listed. It also lists his death date as August 2009. For several days, Jonathan said, he tried calling the IRS and Social Security offices but kept getting a busy signal or voice mail.
His main concern right now is that his public information is listed on the Web for anyone to see. http://www.wsmv.com/news/23759997/detail.html?hpt=T2
Chronic condition doesn't hold Linwood teenager back Candice Sechrist had stomach problems on and off as a child, but at the age of 12 she had an episode so severe she was taken to several area doctors before she was finally diagnosed with perirectal Crohn's disease and spent a month in the UNC Health Care system in Chapel Hill.
http://www.the-dispatch.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100602/ARTICLES/6024012/1074&template=printpicart
SPORTS Roger Federer is out at the French Open. Ending his record streak of 23 consecutive major semifinals
MLB: The Atlanta Braves extended their lead in the NL-East with a 7-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies last night.
Greensboro - accident on Randleman Road at Concord Street
Randleman Road is closed in both directions around Concord Street after an accident knocked down a power pole. A detour is in place. Police will be on the scene until repairs are complete.
The detours:
Northbound on Randleman: right on Village Green Drive, left on Sobar Street and left on Robbins Street which will take you back to Randleman.
Southbound on Randleman: left on Robbins Street, right on Sobar Street and right on Village Green Drive back to Randleman.
News...
A Sandy Ridge couple has been arrested for allegedly plotting to ‘murder’ their 4- month-old baby. William Plaster Jr and Shannon Fortenberry are in the Stokes County Jail under a $10 million dollar bond each, the highest ever in Stokes County. Doctors said that the 4 month old baby had several broken bones and severe head trauma. According to the Stokes County sheriff's office, the infant is in a permanent, vegetative state and has been released from the hospital into the care of a foster home. He's not expected to live. The couple's first court appearance is scheduled for Wednesday, June 16. (News / Record)
Want ideas…ask the experts Film director James Cameron (of "Avatar" and "Titanic" fame), along with a group of scientists and other experts met with government officials from the Environmental Protection Agency yesterday for a brainstorming session on stopping the massive oil leak in the Gulf. Cameron is considered an expert on underwater filming and remote vehicle technologies. BTW: B-P is currently using robot submarines to make a second cut into the undersea oil well's riser pipe, the initial steps toward placing a cap over the well that has spewed hundreds of thousands of gallons of oil into the Gulf of Mexico every day since late April. http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/06/02/gulf.oil.spill/index.html?hpt=T1
Villagers are still trying to hunt for victims of numerous landslides that have killed at least 180 people in Central America. Thousands remain homeless following the season's first tropical storm that dumped heavy rains to the area over the weekend. In Guatemala, 152 deaths have been blamed on Tropical Storm Agatha. Officials in Guatemala's capital are still trying to deal with a vast sinkhole that swallowed a building on Sunday. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20100602/D9G2SO7G0.html
Former Vice President Al Gore and his wife, Tipper, are separating after 40 years of marriage. The news broke via an e-mail on Tuesday. The Gores were telling friends that they "grew apart" after 40 years of marriage…both had carved out separate lives, with the former vice president on the road frequently.
http://apnews.myway.com/article/20100602/D9G2L1T00.html
An engaged couple from eastern Pennsylvania has a lot in common. Amy Singley and Steven Smith were both born on the same day (April 17, 1986) in the same hospital (St. Luke's Hospital) and their mothers even shared a room in the maternity ward.
The two families continued to interact over the years through church activities.
Steven asked Amy on a date to the movies when they were sophomores in high school. Amy says she knew that Steven was the right guy for her after their second date. She says people are convinced the 24-year-olds were "destined to be together." They plan to get married next Saturday, June 12. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20100601/D9G2A3JO0.html
But I’m still here, really: One man near Nashville is trying to prove he's still alive. While applying for college, he found out the government said he died last summer. 28 year old Jonathan Hostetler said that the whole “’you’re dead thing’ started out kind of funny, but now it's really starting to get aggravating." Last week, Jonathan applied to an art school and was told to qualify for financial aid. When Hostetler called the IRS office for advice, he got a surprise. The lady from the IRS snickered and informed Jonathan that, ‘according to the Social Security office, you're deceased". He did some checking, and after looking up his name on public sites linked to the Social Security death index, he found his birth date, Social Security number and birthplace listed. It also lists his death date as August 2009. For several days, Jonathan said, he tried calling the IRS and Social Security offices but kept getting a busy signal or voice mail.
His main concern right now is that his public information is listed on the Web for anyone to see. http://www.wsmv.com/news/23759997/detail.html?hpt=T2
Chronic condition doesn't hold Linwood teenager back Candice Sechrist had stomach problems on and off as a child, but at the age of 12 she had an episode so severe she was taken to several area doctors before she was finally diagnosed with perirectal Crohn's disease and spent a month in the UNC Health Care system in Chapel Hill.
http://www.the-dispatch.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100602/ARTICLES/6024012/1074&template=printpicart
SPORTS Roger Federer is out at the French Open. Ending his record streak of 23 consecutive major semifinals
MLB: The Atlanta Braves extended their lead in the NL-East with a 7-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies last night.
6.01.2010
Tuesday, June 01, 2010
Your WBFJ Family Station Forecast: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers and thunderstorms. High 83 this afternoon.
Support our troops – donate blood: The spring Military Blood Drive is going on today from 10 to 6pm at the National Guard Armory on Silas Creek Parkway (near Forsyth Tech) in Winston-Salem. Walk ins welcome. Call 408 – 7280 for more info.
Today is the start of the Atlantic Hurricane Season which runs through the end of November. The predictions from Colorado State University: There is an 85% chance of an ‘above normal’ hurricane season. There could be 14 to 23 tropical storms in the Atlantic. Of those storms 8 to 14 will be hurricanes. Of those hurricanes 3 to 7 of them will be major category 3 or higher.
State and local authorities will stage a terrorism drill today and Thursday near the intersection of Tobaccoville Road and Doral Drive in Tobaccoville. The drill is scheduled to take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. The N.C. National Guard and public-safety agencies in Forsyth and Guilford counties will conduct the drill.
City officials in Winston-Salem saying that the sink hole on First Street near Corpening Plaza (between Liberty and Cherry streets) will be closed for up to two weeks to repair damage under the street…that caused a sinkhole to form…last Wednesday. (journalnow.com)
A large sinkhole in the northern section of Guatemala City has consumed a three story building and a house. The hole is 20 yards wide and 30 yards deep. The sinkhole likely was the result of heavy rains over the weekend. At least 115 people have reportedly lost their lives after a tropical storm battered Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador over the weekend. (CNN + RnR)
Good news: According to the N.C. Employment Security Commission, the Triad’s unemployment rate dropped again in April to 10.5% There were 82,000 people looking for work in April, down from 89,000 in March. http://triad.bizjournals.com/triad/stories/2010/05/24/daily73.html
Orders for new residential furniture up 9% from a year ago, according to the latest survey of manufacturers. Before the current upswing, furniture sales had been declining for two years. It was also the fourth straight month of shipment increases. www.bizjournals.com/triad/stories/2010/05/24/daily74.html
New rules approved by state banking regulators could help fight home foreclosures. The rules taking effect today say that companies that service mortgages must stop foreclosure activity once a homeowner asks for a loan modification. Because of backlogs from so many homeowners seeking help, processing delays have led to some homeowners needlessly losing their homes.
The rules do not apply to banks or savings and loans and the North Carolina Banking Commission doesn't regulate federally chartered banks like Bank of America and Wells Fargo.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/01/article/new_state_rules_could_help_fight_foreclosures
THE U-N SECURITY COUNCIL HAS MET IN EMERGENCY SESSION ON HOW TO RESPOND TO YESTERDAY'S ACTIONS BY ISRAELI COMMANDOS. On Monday, a ship carrying humanitarian aid in international waters that tried to breach a blockade of Gaza was intercepted by Israeli commandos. At least nine pro-Palestinian activists were fatally wounded. Nearly all of the UN Security Council members called for an immediate lifting of the Israeli blockade. http://www.voanews.com/english/news/middle-east/Pressure-Grows-on-Israel-Following-Flotilla-Raid-95299629.html
SPORTS: Duke winning its first national title in Lacross…6 - 5 in OT over Notre Dame
Support our troops – donate blood: The spring Military Blood Drive is going on today from 10 to 6pm at the National Guard Armory on Silas Creek Parkway (near Forsyth Tech) in Winston-Salem. Walk ins welcome. Call 408 – 7280 for more info.
Today is the start of the Atlantic Hurricane Season which runs through the end of November. The predictions from Colorado State University: There is an 85% chance of an ‘above normal’ hurricane season. There could be 14 to 23 tropical storms in the Atlantic. Of those storms 8 to 14 will be hurricanes. Of those hurricanes 3 to 7 of them will be major category 3 or higher.
State and local authorities will stage a terrorism drill today and Thursday near the intersection of Tobaccoville Road and Doral Drive in Tobaccoville. The drill is scheduled to take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. The N.C. National Guard and public-safety agencies in Forsyth and Guilford counties will conduct the drill.
City officials in Winston-Salem saying that the sink hole on First Street near Corpening Plaza (between Liberty and Cherry streets) will be closed for up to two weeks to repair damage under the street…that caused a sinkhole to form…last Wednesday. (journalnow.com)
A large sinkhole in the northern section of Guatemala City has consumed a three story building and a house. The hole is 20 yards wide and 30 yards deep. The sinkhole likely was the result of heavy rains over the weekend. At least 115 people have reportedly lost their lives after a tropical storm battered Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador over the weekend. (CNN + RnR)
Good news: According to the N.C. Employment Security Commission, the Triad’s unemployment rate dropped again in April to 10.5% There were 82,000 people looking for work in April, down from 89,000 in March. http://triad.bizjournals.com/triad/stories/2010/05/24/daily73.html
Orders for new residential furniture up 9% from a year ago, according to the latest survey of manufacturers. Before the current upswing, furniture sales had been declining for two years. It was also the fourth straight month of shipment increases. www.bizjournals.com/triad/stories/2010/05/24/daily74.html
New rules approved by state banking regulators could help fight home foreclosures. The rules taking effect today say that companies that service mortgages must stop foreclosure activity once a homeowner asks for a loan modification. Because of backlogs from so many homeowners seeking help, processing delays have led to some homeowners needlessly losing their homes.
The rules do not apply to banks or savings and loans and the North Carolina Banking Commission doesn't regulate federally chartered banks like Bank of America and Wells Fargo.
http://www.news-record.com/content/2010/06/01/article/new_state_rules_could_help_fight_foreclosures
THE U-N SECURITY COUNCIL HAS MET IN EMERGENCY SESSION ON HOW TO RESPOND TO YESTERDAY'S ACTIONS BY ISRAELI COMMANDOS. On Monday, a ship carrying humanitarian aid in international waters that tried to breach a blockade of Gaza was intercepted by Israeli commandos. At least nine pro-Palestinian activists were fatally wounded. Nearly all of the UN Security Council members called for an immediate lifting of the Israeli blockade. http://www.voanews.com/english/news/middle-east/Pressure-Grows-on-Israel-Following-Flotilla-Raid-95299629.html
SPORTS: Duke winning its first national title in Lacross…6 - 5 in OT over Notre Dame
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