Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Four arrested on cockfighting charges
Roosters armed with metal weapons meant to help them kill one another are the reason four men face charges after a Saturday morning raid, authorities say. Wayne County Director of Animal Control Justin Scally says dogfights get most of the...Published: Nov 27, 2007 1:47 PM Full Story
Man, 222, found in car, shot
Stephen Craft remembers Ernesto Venegas Delgado as a hardworking, "very family-oriented guy," who worked his way up to a management position at a landscaping tree farm. And Craft wonders if an early check before the Thanksgiving holiday might have led...Published: Nov 27, 2007 1:47 PM Full Story
Chamber awards $11,000 in mini-grants to 17 schools
Innovative teachers from 17 schools were awarded 24 mini-grants Monday to help turn their ideas into reality and implement new projects. More than $11,000 was distributed through the Business and Education Partnership, which is sponsored by the Wayne Charitable Partnership...Published: Nov 27, 2007 1:46 PM Full Story
Career academies grab more students' interest
Three career academies introduced at area high schools in the fall are gaining popularity, officials said. Wayne County Public Schools launched the school-within-a-school concept with a focus on business/finance and business. In addition to course offerings, students will also be...Published: Nov 27, 2007 1:46 PM Full Story
Willard will wish her a very happy 101st birthday
Eileen Thornton turned 101 today. And, on Thursday, she will be a star. Willard Scott will announce her as a Smucker's birthday person on the Today Show at 8:30 a.m. Among those who will be watching is Mrs. Thornton's son,...Published: Nov 27, 2007 1:46 PM Full Story
Duplin gets closer to new development organization
Almost six months after nearly cutting off Duplin County's economic development arm, officials are working to transition away from the current centralized county government department to a more comprehensive one that combines both public and private efforts. Earlier this year,...Published: Nov 27, 2007 1:46 PM Full Story
Judge asks for zoning change for new bar
A local Superior Court judge's property could soon be used for a new bar on South Slocumb Street. Judge Jerry Braswell owns the building, which is located between Olivia Lane and Wilmington Avenue. Recently, he submitted a rezoning request to...Published: Nov 27, 2007 1:46 PM Full Story
Public record
Marijuana seized A Mount Olive man was caught with 27 pounds of marijuana, leading to charges, the Wayne County Sheriff's Office says. Antonio Cruz, 31, Bennett's Bridge Road, was charged with trafficking in marijuana and maintaining a dwelling for the...Published: Nov 27, 2007 1:45 PM Full Story
WCC law enforcement program now accepting applications
Wayne Community College is currently enrolling students for its 52nd Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy, which starts Jan. 7. The rigorous accredited program stresses academic achievement, discipline and officer safety, with evening classes meeting during the week and at varying...Published: Nov 27, 2007 1:45 PM Full Story
Essay winners
Mount Olive Middle School had two winners in the Red Ribbon essay contest, sponsored by Wayne County 4-H, Cooperative Extension Service and Eastpointe. The theme was "Why it's important to remain drug-free." Winners were Adam McCullen, first, and Meagan Stott,...Published: Nov 27, 2007 1:45 PM Full Story
Jackson and Sons gift boosts HVAC/R program at college
Jackson & Sons Heating & Air Conditioning and Trane have donated a heating and air conditioning system to Wayne Community College that will be used to train students in the heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R) program. The unit...Published: Nov 27, 2007 1:45 PM Full Story
Wayne County Public Schools lunch menus
WAYNE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Week of Dec. 3-7, 2007 Monday -- Breakfast: blueberry muffin; Lunch: sausage pizza, garden peas, baked apples, pear halves, fresh fruit; Tuesday -- Breakfast: ham biscuit; Lunch: baked chicken nuggets, whipped potatoes & gravy, corn niblets,...Published: Nov 27, 2007 1:45 PM Full Story