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Tuesday, December 24, 2013

2014 tax listing period begins

Wayne County Tax Administrator David Ward remembers how years ago tax listers were sent out across the county and into municipalities annually so that residents could list personal property -- everything from jewelry to clothing to furniture. That process...

A special Christmas gift

Harold Warren says he has something in mind to give his wife for Christmas. But it can't possibly top what he received from her earlier this year -- a kidney. Harold, a Basic Skills specialist at Wayne Community College,...

Man shot, killed in Lenoir County

A Lenoir County man is dead and another in jail after a shooting near Seven Springs Monday at 855 Smith Graddy Road. Randall Thomas Lewis, 20, was killed by a gunshot wound to the head just after 1 p.m....

Airman's wandering lost pup makes surprise holiday return

Mac the Pomeranian is no stranger to trouble. Left to his own devices in the Bowden family's front yard, he has been known to set off on his own, wandering around until someone from the neighborhood turns him in....

Santa makes stop at shelter

Christmas came early for the dogs and cats at the Wayne County Animal Adoption and Education Center. Santa visited the shelter Friday to give out treats. The treats -- and some food -- were donated by customers at Pet...

Santa's helpers enjoy holiday

Some are born Santas; and some have the role of Santa thrust upon them, but each knows spreading holiday cheer is Job 1, especially if you are going to help the real Jolly Old Elf out at his busiest...