Friday, February 12, 2016
State rests, closings to be heard Monday
After three days of testimony, the trial of James Howard is ready to go to the jury. A verdict will have to wait until Monday, though, as presiding Judge Paul Jones has to return to Kinston today to handle...Published: Feb 12, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Preparing for Valentine's boom
Regina Barrow stands still amid the chaos. Swirling around her, a half a dozen ladies busy themselves dethorning and wiring long-stem roses and arranging other mixed cut flowers. The phone rings incessantly. Valentine's Day is three days out and...Published: Feb 12, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Local doctor discusses cancer trials at Duke University
Dr. James Atkins of Southeastern Medical Oncology Center, a long-time advocate for clinical trials for cancer, took his message to Durham this week, where he was among physicians and health care professionals in the audience during Vice President Joe...Published: Feb 12, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Board talks flu, Zika
In the midst of a mild flu season, there are still vaccines available at the Health Department, Health Director Davin Madden told the Board of Health on Wednesday. He also addressed the Zika virus, gave a status report on...Published: Feb 12, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Essay contest named for Gibson
pmoore@newsargus.com The Teen Health Perspective Essay has been renamed in honor of a long-time Board of Health member. At its January meeting, the board voted to commemorate the 11-year service of Tommy Gibson, who recently completed his tenure on the...Published: Feb 12, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
'Change for Children' begins
The Goldsboro Family YMCA's Change for Children program is taking applications. The program is designed to help children who struggle with weight issues. It begins Monday and meets each Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. for 12...Published: Feb 12, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story
Center Stage to present 'Moon Over Buffalo'
Center Stage Theatre will present the comedy "Moon Over Buffalo" this weekend at the Paramount Theatre. Days and times are today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. The play centers on George and Charlotte Hay,...Published: Feb 12, 2016 1:46 PM Full Story