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Free dental clinic fills an aching need

"Lorraine Ahearn ()" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

GREENSBORO — Five hours. That was a long time for a pregnant woman to be on her feet waiting in line to get a filling at the dentist.

Not that Stephanie Atkins, one of 549 people processed for treatment by 1 p.m. at the Missions of Mercy dental clinic Friday at First Presbyterian Church, was complaining.

High school football results

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:12:00 -0500

Local scores

Andrews 66, Wheatmore 0

Asheboro 14, Southern Guilford 9

Bishop McGuiness 10, North Stokes 0

Editorial: A tarnished LEAF?

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

The Golden LEAF Foundation isn't officially a state agency, but it ought to be treated like one when it comes to accountability.

A report issued by State Auditor Beth Wood recommends that the General Assembly tighten the reins.

Urban Ministry calls for aid at overflow shelters

"Nancy H. McLaughlin ()" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

The need hasn’t gone anywhere.

The Greensboro Urban Ministry last year was a major organizer of the Winter Emergency initiative, which involves staffing and food for overflow homeless shelter sites, most of which were located in churches. And executive director Mike Aiken is putting out a call for volunteers who can help again this winter.

GTCC gets $1.45 million grant for aviation training

"Mark Binker ()" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

RALEIGH — Students in Guilford and Forsyth counties would begin studying for careers in the aviation industry as early as middle school under a program developed by GTCC and funded by a Golden LEAF grant of $1.45 million.

Holocaust survivor to bear witness in Greensboro

"Nancy H. McLaughlin ()" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

When 81-year-old Laszlo Berkowits recently stood at the entrance of the gas chamber at the infamous Auschwitz death camp complex, it occurred to him this would have been where his mother saw her last bit of sunlight.

Pheasant vs. human: Goldy escapes again

"Jonnelle Davis ()" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:21:18 -0500

GREENSBORO — For the employees at Flow Lexus selling vehicles took a backseat to capturing an exotic bird on Saturday.

Salesman Ted Van Hoy spotted Goldy, a male Reeves pheasant missing from his home in Guilford Hills for about two weeks. The bird was on the side of the building as Van Hoy rounded the corner about 2 p.m. Saturday.

Van Hoy stared at the bird.

Gunfire outside club leaves 1 dead

"Jonnelle Davis ()" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:52:46 -0500

EDEN — A call about a suspicious vehicle early Saturday morning turned into an investigation of a triple shooting that left one man dead.

Police said Timothy Ronnel Seay, 37, of 1205 Maxin Road in Martinsville, Va., died of multiple gunshot wounds outside the Eden’s Icehouse Club and Lounge on Monroe Street.

Four indicted in fatal hit-and-run on U.S. 29

"Ryan Seals ()" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

GREENSBORO — Four people charged in connection with a July hit-and-run accident that left a woman dead inside a car along U.S. 29 were among those indicted this week by a grand jury.

More than 1,800 are vaccinated for H1N1

"Jonnelle Davis ()" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:17:40 -0500

JAMESTOWN — Ten-year-old Colt Childress pouted after receiving his H1N1 vaccination Saturday at GTCC’s Medlin Center. But for mom Tammy Childress, the peace of mind that came from getting her son vaccinated was worth it.

Colt suffered from pneumonia when he was younger, and given that history, his mother didn’t want to take a chance on him getting swine flu.

Rockingham sheriff promotes officers

"Jonnelle Davis ()" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

WENTWORTH — Sheriff Sam Page on Friday named a 21-year veteran of the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office as his chief deputy.

Abner Bullins, previously the sheriff’s administrative captain, was promoted to major. Page recognized him and other officers who recently received promotions during a brief ceremony at the Rockingham County Governmental Center.

First Presbyterian's Fall Fest benefits church projects

"Carolyn Booth ()" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

Today

Triad Health Project profile

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

Triad Health Project provides emotional and practical support to people living with HIV/AIDS, to their loved ones, and to those at risk for HIV/AIDS.

Newman would like to ground NASCAR

"Dustin Long ()" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

FORT WORTH, Texas --Ryan Newman stresses that the car needs to be changed before the Sprint Cup series returns to Talladega next April to limit the likelihood of it getting airborne.

Magic number for Wake Forest and Georgia Tech is 2

"The Associated Press" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

Two is a crucial number for both Georgia Tech and Wake Forest.

The No. 10 Yellow Jackets are chasing the higher prize, needing two wins to clinch a spot in the ACC championship game. But two victories also would be meaningful for Wake Forest, which is trying to become eligible for its fourth straight bowl trip.

Davidson upsets UNCG in SoCon women's tourney

"Staff Reports" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

DAVIDSON 1, UNCG 0: Lauren Conner's goal in the 19th minute lifted No. 4-seeded Davidson past top-seed UNCG 1-0 in a semifinal of the Southern Conference women's soccer tournament Friday.

HIGH POINT 1, RADFORD 0: Junior Jillie Johnston scored in the 99th minute to send the No. 7 High Point to the Big South Tournament final.

College football scouting reports

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

ELON (7-1, 5-0 Southern)

Who: Western Carolina (1-7, 1-5) When: 1 p.m. today

Where: E.J. Whitmire Stadium, Cullowhee Radio: WPCM-920

Nonprofits can submit wish lists for online

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

Could your nonprofit organization use volunteers, clothes or maybe a computer?

Whatever your needs, we would like to share them with the community in our annual holiday wish list.

Blake's goal adds to Hurricanes' misery

"The Associated Press" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

RALEIGH -- Jason Blake scored on a power play with 8:24 left and Jonas Gustavsson made 34 saves to help the Toronto Maple Leafs win for the second time in 14 games this season, 3-2 over the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday night at the RBC Center.

John Mitchell and Nikolai Kulemin also scored for Toronto. The Maple Leafs (2-7-5) have earned points in their last six games.

Duke QB Lewis aims to end streak

"The Associated Press" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

CHAPEL HILL -- Thad Lewis takes every snap recognizing that the defense in front of him knows exactly what's coming. Yet Duke's senior quarterback and his fleet of receivers keep racking up yards through the air.

Bell helps Bobcats go back-to-back

"The Associated Press" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

CHARLOTTE -- Raja Bell scored 24 points and the Charlotte Bobcats looked nothing like the NBA's lowest scoring team in beating the road-weary Atlanta Hawks 103-83 on Friday night.

Now is the time to attack broadleaf weeds

"Karen Neill ()" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

Early November is the most effective time to control broadleaf weeds in lawns. But what exactly are broadleaf weeds?

Lawn weeds may be divided into two classes based on how they emerge from the seed.

Tar Heels breeze by Belmont Abbey in only exhibition

"The Associated Press" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

NORTH CAROLINA 107, BELMONT ABBEY 59: Deon Thompson had 23 points and eight rebounds to help No. 6 North Carolina beat Belmont Abbey 107-59 on Friday night in its only exhibition game.

Hornets owner Shinn says he has prostate cancer

"The Associated Press" — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500

New Orleans Hornets owner George Shinn said Friday he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, but remains healthy and is optimistic that he will conquer the disease.

"My wife, Denise, and I remain strong in our faith and will maintain a positive attitude as I battle this with intense fervor and drive," Shinn said in a release issued by the Hornets.