Stories for January 9, 2013
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Whispering Pines Fills Board Vacancy
The Whispering Pines Village Council has filled the vacant seat on their board.
S.P. Police Release More Info on Tuesday Robbery
Police release more details in Tuesday's strong arm robbery
Pinehurst Police Warn of Phone Scam
Scammers target Pinehurst residents.
Sheriff Lane Carter Will Retire May 1
Sheriff Lane Carter is retiring from law enforcement after 34 years. He submitted his resignation Monday, effective the first of May. Based on the recommendation of the Moore County Republican Party, county commissioners will appoint Chief Deputy Neil Godfrey to succeed him as sheriff.
'Drinks,' 'Couple,' and 'Hey': Some Regional Puzzlers
On my first day as a North Carolinian (Lord, can it really be almost 40 years ago?), I went to the supermarket for a few things.
Cardinal Gibbons Defeats Viking Boys
Cardinal Gibbons handed the Union Pines boys' basketball team a 57-24 nonconference defeat Tuesday in Raleigh.
Redefine, Rebuild
Robert Levy’s column “Is Our Compassion Prejudiced?” (Jan. 6) reached a new low, even for him. It is this kind of cheap exploitation of the human condition that has caused me to no longer want to be a Republican.
Devoted Helpers
I wish to thank the staff of the Moore County Regional Hospital emergency room for treating me like I was the only person in the room.
Regulation Won't Help
In reply to the letter by Hugh Mensch (“Whom, Exactly, Does the NRA Represent?” Dec. 30), I too am a member of the NRA and have been for more than 30 years. While I haven’t always agreed with Wayne LaPierre, I agree with his recent comments suggesting that the only way to stop “bad guys with guns is with good guys with guns.”
In Memory of Emerson Cole
How do we thank everyone at WIOZ, like Rich and Billy, and David, who always sat in his chair? How do we thank Sandhills Community College for the summer concerts, the tribute on Veterans Day, Tim Haley and the SCC Jazz Band?
Fair Warning?
Paul Comardo wrote in his letter “Vicious Circle” (Jan. 2) that “gun control is on everyone’s mind and rightfully so.” While I agree with Mr. Comado’s concern for making the Second Amendment right safe for everyone, I disagree with his assessment that gun owners are making up for basic insecurities and feel a need to prove themselves.
Election Couldn't Be Purchased
In Gene Jacob’s letter, “Election Numbers Can Deceive” (Dec. 16), he says the election resulted in Republicans winning the largest number of state legislatures since 1928. He also said there was a similar surge in Republican governors. Neither of these claims is true.
North Moore Sweeps East Montgomery
The North Moore boys' and girls' basketball teams swept East Montgomery Tuesday in Robbins with the Lady Mustangs routing the Lady Eagles 65-43 behind senior Jalisa Davis' 27 points.
Vike Grapplers Face Cavs Tonight
The Union Pines wrestling team takes to its home mat tonight for a dual-team league meet against the Southern Lee Cavaliers at 6:30 p.m. in Cameron.
Lady Mustangs Complete Season Sweep of O'Neal
In the rematch pitting cross-county rivals O’Neal and North Moore girls’ basketball teams in a nonconference showdown at Robbins Monday, the visiting Lady Falcons showed a 10-point improvement from their first meeting against the Lady Mustangs.
Falcons Hold Off Mustangs
Anyone who knows anything at all about basketball knows the object of the game is to put the ball through the hoop for points.
Sports Briefs: Youth Rugby Club Formed
High school rugby is back in the Moore County area.
Gulistan Files for Chapter 11 Bankrupty Protection
Gulistan Carpet in Aberdeen has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in federal court, the company said in a news release this week.
Sheriff's Office Reports Through Jan. 2
The Moore County Sheriff’s Office provided the following information.
Southern Pines Police Reports Through Jan. 1
The Southern Pines Police Department provided the following information.
Pinehurst Police Reports Through Jan. 6
The Pinehurst Police Department provided the following information.
Aberdeen Police Reports Through Jan. 6
The Aberdeen Police Department provided the following information.
Albemarle Man Pronounced Dead After Wreck
A 49-year-old Albemarle man was pronounced dead at the scene of a one-vehicle wreck Tuesday near Robbins, according to the Highway Patrol.
Farm Transition Event Set in Lee County
Mount Olive College's Lois G. Britt Agribusiness Center received funding from the USDA Risk Management Agency to conduct a farm transition and estate planning regional event in Lee County titled "Planning For the Future of Your Farm."
A Call to Service
Many of you reading this will quickly recognize the experience I am about to describe: You receive a phone call, email, letter (well, who gets those anymore?) or read an article or hear a story on the news that makes you start thinking about a topic you can't get out of your mind.
Wright Speaks at College's MLK Observance
The Rev. Harry S. Wright will speak at Sandhills Community College for a Martin Luther King Jr. observance on Friday, Jan. 18, at 11 a.m. in Owens Auditorium.
Club Briefs
Seven Lakes Garden Club
Articles of Faith: Greater Glory Revival Begins Tonight
Greater Glory Pentecostal Deliverance Ministries will have its annual New Year's Revival Wednesday, Jan. 9, through Friday, Jan. 11, at 7:30 p.m.
On Target 91-Year-Old Thorpe Reaches Goal
BY MARY ELLE HUNTER
Study Shows Economic Impact of Aviation in N.C.
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Making Changes Could be Profitable for You in the New Year
Before we get too far into the new year, it is time for small business owners to take stock of their enterprise and consider changes to make 2013 their best yet.
Unemployment ticks up for Moore in November
BY TED M. NATT JR.
Aberdeen to Revisit Tax Policy for Businesses
By Tom Embrey
'iEmpathize' Leader Speaks about Human Trafficking
BY STEVE CRAIN
Brant Shares Love of Quilting With SUCCEED
BY LORI WILLIAMS
Cash-Strapped States Eye Taxing Online Sales
Reprinted with permission from The News & Observer of Raleigh.
Two Sets of Brothers Earn Eagle Scout Rank
BY JOHN CHAPPELL
Linden Garden Club Celebrates
On Thursday, Dec. 6, approximately 90 members and guests of the Linden Garden Club of Pinewild gathered in the St. Andrew's Room of the Pinehurst Country Club for a holiday luncheon.
Procedure Pioneer Joins Neurosurgery Program
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Limited Time Special Price for Jazz Event
The annual Heart 'n' Soul of Jazz concert is fast approaching.
Village Chapel Presents Concert
"The Sounds of Christmas" rang through The Village Chapel on a recent Sunday evening in a joyous presentation of voice and instruments.
Legislators Prepare for New Session
By JOHN LENTZ
SCC Dean Receive Statewide Award
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Democratic Women to Meet Saturday
The Democratic Women of Moore County will hold its next monthly meeting Saturday at the Homewood Suites in Olmsted Village.
Let's All Do It Better Next Year
It happens every year, and it becomes more disturbing as the years go by. Fifteen pounds! The holidays - as I get older, the season starts earlier and earlier. This year it began before Halloween and only recently ended.
Local Schools Win Promotion Contest
By JOHN LENTZ
Verbal Receives Promotion
Capt. Willa Laurena "Bambi" Verbal was greeted by New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg at the promotion and graduation ceremony Aug. 9, at which she was promoted to captain.
Carolina Eye Names Apple New CEO
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FirstHealth: Like a Five-Star Resort in Pinehurst
By Virginia Frye Childress
A Little Q&A With Siri
This year, our holidays were a bit more high tech than usual. The whole family decided to gather around my iPhone to play with Siri, the virtual assistant that helps you perform tasks and delivers verbal information. Siri works right out of the box with no training. So we all started taking turns asking Siri some questions. We found some interesting things about Siri and also about the people who programmed her.
'Anna Karenina' Featured at Sunrise
"Anna Karenina," director Joe Wright's "ingenious" adaptation of Leo Tolstoy's classic novel, opens Thursday evening, Jan. 10, at the Sunrise Theater in Southern Pines.
Skvarla Takes On An Important Job
J ohn Skvarla says he will keep an open mind on environmental issues as he prepares for his new state position as secretary of the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Junior League Adds New Members
The Junior League of Moore County welcomes six new members to its fall 2012 new member class.
Talbots, Coalition Holding Winter Coat Drive
Talbots has teamed up with the Sandhills Coalition for a winter coat drive.
Pet of the Week: Peppy Charlie is Seeking an Active Family
Charlie is a young adult Terrier mix. He is neutered and current on vaccinations. Charlie was surrendered by his owners due to them no longer being able to afford to care for a pet.
Town Seeking Feedback on Historic District Guidelines
Southern Pines is looking at updates to its downtown historic district, and property owners and tenants will have an opportunity to provide input for it tonight. The district encompasses 10 blocks in downtown Southern Pines from Vermont Avenue to Massachusetts Avenue between Ashe and Bennett streets.
