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Obama To Sign Homebuyer, Jobless Bill Assistance
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Last Updated: 6:34 AM 11/06/09 - Longtime jobless people and prospective homebuyers will be the main beneficiaries when President Barack Obama signs a $24 billion economic stimulus bill today. (Full Story) |
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Productivity Jumps 9.5 Percent In Third Quarter
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Last Updated: 6:24 AM 11/06/09 - Productivity surged in the third quarter while labor costs continued to drop sharply, a combination that will bolster companies' profits but continue to saddle workers with stagnant incomes. (Full Story) |
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Unemployment Nears 10 Percent As Rebound Remains Slow
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Last Updated: 5:44 AM 11/06/09 - The monthly employment report due out Friday isn't expected to remind anyone of an economic rebound, even though data suggests one's under way. (Full Story) |
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Police Release Chilling 911 Calls From Fayetteville Murder-Suicide
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Last Updated: 5:25 AM 11/06/09 - Police have released 911 recordings that contain sounds from the scene of a quadruple murder-suicide that happened in Fayetteville earlier this week. (Full Story) |
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Monday, November 2, 2009
Who: Brendan Cameron, Sigma Alpha Epsilon
What: Bounce-a-thon for Children’s Miracle Network
When: Tuesday, November 3
Where: Corner of Greenville Blvd. and Red Banks Rd.
Details: The fraternity is collecting change to support Children’s Miracle Network.
Who: Dewey Grubb, Pitt Community College
What: Down East Holiday Show
When: Friday, November 6 - Sunday, November 8
Where: Greenville Convention Center
Phone: (252) 493-7287
Details: People can by three-day tickets in advance by calling Pitt Community College.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Who: Jeff Charles, Voice of the Pirates
What: Morning Drive with Jeff Charles
When: Weekdays, 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.
Where: Pirate Radio 1250 & 930 AM
Web: www.pirateradio1250.com
Details: "The Morning Drive" will be a fast paced and live morning show with updates on local news, sports, weather, traffic, plus a variety of daily features.
Who: Cortnee Bullock, Women's Ministry at Grace Family Fellowship Church. Jamie Tyre, Vice President of Men's Fellowship at Grace Family Fellowship Church
What: Fall Bazaar/Car and Truck Show
When: Saturday, November 7
Where: Grace Family Fellowship Church in Robersonville
Phone: (252) 795-4932
Details: The Women's Ministry will be hosting the booths for the bazaar at $15 a table and also will be selling BBQ chicken plates. The booths will have crafts, jewelry, and bake sale. The Men's Fellowship will be hosting a Car and Truck show.
Who: Jared Smith, American Red Cross Disaster Services. Christy Becker, American Red Cross Disaster Services
What: American Red Cross Disaster Services Division
Phone: (252) 355-3800
Details: Most people are familiar with the Red Cross for Blood Services, Health and Safety training, and large disaster responses. However, Disaster Services is active in the community year round by responding to local family fires with Disaster Action Teams (DAT), operating canteen services for the fire department when needed, and operating canteen services for local search and rescue when needed. As of this year, the Pitt county chapter has taken on two additional counties, Martin and Bertie. These activities, along with the current needs for the DAT teams, are the primary message we would like to discuss. The ability for disaster services to respond to local emergencies is made possible by the participation of the local community and participation of local businesses. We are currently in need of both volunteers and local businesses, such as fast food restaurants, gas stations, grocery stores, etc., that are willing to commit during the preparation stage (ahead of time) to support our local efforts. Anyone, or any business, interested in further discussion may contact Tom Lacoste, Disaster Services, at (252)355-3800 and may also leave a message for me with Tom. We can schedule a time to meet with any business owner or manger to discuss our needs and how they may help. As always, anyone interested in donating money to victims of local disasters or to the thousands of victims of disasters like these nationwide may contact the American Red Cross to do so.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Who: Jackie Ponder, Unnatural Resources Institute
What: 2009 Unnatural Resources Institute Community-Wide Garage Sale
When: Saturday, November 14, 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Where: Pitt County Agricultural Center Auditorium, 403 Government Circle, Greenville
Web: www.unnaturalresources.org
Who: Volunteer, Humane Society of Eastern Carolina
What: Pet of the Week
Phone: (252) 413-7247
Web: www.hsecarolina.org
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Who: Drew Hackney, Imagination Station
What: Wild Animals
Where: Imagination Station, Wilson
Phone: (252) 291.5113
Web: new.imaginescience.org
Friday, November 6, 2009
How Cool is Your School? Find out what’s great about Windsor Elementary in Bertie County! Jim and Heather will broadcast live from the school.
Who: Bobbie Parsons, Saving Graces for Felines
What: Cat Adoptions at PetsMart
When: Monday - Friday 2 p.m. - 8 p.m., Saturdays 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sundays 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: PetsMart in Greenville
Phone: (252) 355-3404
Web: www.savinggraces4felines.com
Who: Brendan Cameron, Sigma Alpha Epsilon
What: Bounce-a-thon for Children’s Miracle Network
When: Tuesday, November 3
Where: Corner of Greenville Blvd. and Red Banks Rd.
Details: The fraternity is collecting change to support Children’s Miracle Network.
Who: Dewey Grubb, Pitt Community College
What: Down East Holiday Show
When: Friday, November 6 - Sunday, November 8
Where: Greenville Convention Center
Phone: (252) 493-7287
Details: People can by three-day tickets in advance by calling Pitt Community College.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Who: Jeff Charles, Voice of the Pirates
What: Morning Drive with Jeff Charles
When: Weekdays, 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.
Where: Pirate Radio 1250 & 930 AM
Web: www.pirateradio1250.com
Details: "The Morning Drive" will be a fast paced and live morning show with updates on local news, sports, weather, traffic, plus a variety of daily features.
Who: Cortnee Bullock, Women's Ministry at Grace Family Fellowship Church. Jamie Tyre, Vice President of Men's Fellowship at Grace Family Fellowship Church
What: Fall Bazaar/Car and Truck Show
When: Saturday, November 7
Where: Grace Family Fellowship Church in Robersonville
Phone: (252) 795-4932
Details: The Women's Ministry will be hosting the booths for the bazaar at $15 a table and also will be selling BBQ chicken plates. The booths will have crafts, jewelry, and bake sale. The Men's Fellowship will be hosting a Car and Truck show.
Who: Jared Smith, American Red Cross Disaster Services. Christy Becker, American Red Cross Disaster Services
What: American Red Cross Disaster Services Division
Phone: (252) 355-3800
Details: Most people are familiar with the Red Cross for Blood Services, Health and Safety training, and large disaster responses. However, Disaster Services is active in the community year round by responding to local family fires with Disaster Action Teams (DAT), operating canteen services for the fire department when needed, and operating canteen services for local search and rescue when needed. As of this year, the Pitt county chapter has taken on two additional counties, Martin and Bertie. These activities, along with the current needs for the DAT teams, are the primary message we would like to discuss. The ability for disaster services to respond to local emergencies is made possible by the participation of the local community and participation of local businesses. We are currently in need of both volunteers and local businesses, such as fast food restaurants, gas stations, grocery stores, etc., that are willing to commit during the preparation stage (ahead of time) to support our local efforts. Anyone, or any business, interested in further discussion may contact Tom Lacoste, Disaster Services, at (252)355-3800 and may also leave a message for me with Tom. We can schedule a time to meet with any business owner or manger to discuss our needs and how they may help. As always, anyone interested in donating money to victims of local disasters or to the thousands of victims of disasters like these nationwide may contact the American Red Cross to do so.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Who: Jackie Ponder, Unnatural Resources Institute
What: 2009 Unnatural Resources Institute Community-Wide Garage Sale
When: Saturday, November 14, 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Where: Pitt County Agricultural Center Auditorium, 403 Government Circle, Greenville
Web: www.unnaturalresources.org
Who: Volunteer, Humane Society of Eastern Carolina
What: Pet of the Week
Phone: (252) 413-7247
Web: www.hsecarolina.org
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Who: Drew Hackney, Imagination Station
What: Wild Animals
Where: Imagination Station, Wilson
Phone: (252) 291.5113
Web: new.imaginescience.org
Friday, November 6, 2009
How Cool is Your School? Find out what’s great about Windsor Elementary in Bertie County! Jim and Heather will broadcast live from the school.
Who: Bobbie Parsons, Saving Graces for Felines
What: Cat Adoptions at PetsMart
When: Monday - Friday 2 p.m. - 8 p.m., Saturdays 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sundays 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: PetsMart in Greenville
Phone: (252) 355-3404
Web: www.savinggraces4felines.com
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Heather King always knew she wanted to be a journalist and tell stories, but she didn't figure out the TV part of it until high school. Heather says, "don't laugh, but a few years on the Glenbard West speech team made the difference." So, she left the Chicago suburb where she grew up for the heart of the Midwest and headed to the University of Missouri. Heather worked as a reporter and anchor at KOMU-TV, the NBC affiliate in Columbia, Missouri. The minute she felt the buzz and energy of an actual newsroom, she knew she picked the right career. Heather's reporting has been recognized by the Radio and Television News Directors Association, the Society of Professional Journalists and the Society of Environmental Journalists. Heather is the anchor and executive producer of WITN News at Sunrise and also reports. She's been fascinated by morning news since an internship with a Chicago television station. Heather will admit she hasn't always been a morning person, but she says it's easy to wake up well before the sun when you love your job! Heather and her husband Chris live in Greenville with their dog, Dixie. |
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Jim
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"There's gonna be weather, whether or not." These were the words Jim Howard's grandfather would tell him every time Jim would start talking about approaching snow. Growing up in Poughkeepsie, New York allowed Jim many opportunities to bug his family about the snow. Now, living in North Carolina allows him to bug them about hurricanes as well! Jim's road to Eastern Carolina went from a childhood in upstate New York to his adolescence in South Florida. Looking out the airplane window his first time flying into West Palm Beach, Jim turned to his mom and said "look, there's snow on the ground!" Jim says she gave him a funny smile. The smile turned into a laugh when they stepped off the plane and Jim realized that the "snow" was sand, and the air felt like a furnace! This is just one of many experiences that fueled Jim's desire to learn more about the earth's atmosphere. Jim's passion for weather took him to Florida State University, where he received a Bachelor's degree in Meteorology. Within a week, he secured his first job, as the morning meteorologist for a Panama City, Florida television station. Although he was very excited about his first job, he quickly discovered one big problem. He would have to readjust his alarm clock from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. Strong coffee and cold showers became a regular part of his morning! Jim says he was a fully transformed "morning person" when offered the opportunity to work as the meteorologist on WITN News at Sunrise in 2001. With family in both New York and Florida, Eastern Carolina has proved to be the perfect location for Jim. He says being a part of WITN News at Sunrise has wildly exceeded his expectations. The people of Eastern Carolina are as kind and generous as any he's every met, and the variety of weather keeps him on his toes! From snow to hurricanes, to severe thunderstorms to tornadoes, Jim says there's one thing that can be definitely said about our climate: "There's gonna be weather, whether or not!" |
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Satisfaction Survey Scam Alert
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Last Updated: 7:53 AM 11/03/09 - Does getting paid for your opinion sound too good to be true? North Carolina's Attorney General says, it probably is. (Full Story) |
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Scammers Target Facebook Users
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Last Updated: 8:20 AM 11/03/09 - Experts say the phishing emails are showing up in your regular email inboxes about your Facebook account. (Full Story) |
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FDIC Email Scam
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Last Updated: 7:48 AM 10/27/09 - The scam alert comes on the heels of the FDIC announcing 100 banks have failed this year. (Full Story) |
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SCAM ALERT: New Computer Malware
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Last Updated: 9:55 AM 10/20/09 - The new "scareware" not only bombards you with sales pitches, it also stops you from opening your applications until you buy its specific antivirus software. (Full Story) |
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BBB: Teeth Whitening Ads Scam Consumers
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Last Updated: 8:40 AM 10/12/09 - Some online ads for teeth whitening products are nothing to smile about, according to a consumer watchdog group. (Full Story) |
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FBI Warns About Three Email Scams
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Last Updated: 9:12 AM 10/06/09 - The FBI says clicking on links in these emails could unleash a virus on to your computer. (Full Story) |
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New Twist On Grandparent Scam
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Last Updated: 7:44 AM 10/05/09 - Police in Henderson, North Carolina have received four reports of this scam happening recently. (Full Story) |
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Scam Targets Veterans
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Last Updated: 8:04 AM 09/29/09 - The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is warning veterans about a scheme they call an "inexcusable scam." (Full Story) |
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NC Couple Charged With Bilking $32M From Investors
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Last Updated: 8:33 AM 09/09/09 - The SEC says the Hansons spent investor money on risky investments and personal expenses. (Full Story) |
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Snuggie Rebate Check Scam
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Last Updated: 8:32 AM 08/21/09 - If you bought a Snuggie or another popular product seen on TV and got a surprise rebate check, the Better Business Bureau says, read the fine print. (Full Story) |
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SCAM ALERT: Attic Brace Scam In Kinston
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Last Updated: 9:07 AM 08/17/09 - The Kinston Police Department is warning everyone about how scam artists got into one woman's home and her wallet. (Full Story) |
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SCAM ALERT: Phony Debt Collectors
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Last Updated: 7:43 AM 08/12/09 - The Better Business Bureau says scam artists are trying to scare people out of their money. (Full Story) |
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