News 2008-07-09 Andanh.com

Tourists notch comeback win Wed, 09 Jul 2008 22:26:00 EDT
HAGERSTOWN, Md. - After falling behind by four, the Asheville Tourists scored a total of five runs in the seventh and eighth innings to nip Hagerstown, 6-5, on Wednesday.

More storms expected this evening Wed, 09 Jul 2008 17:37:00 EDT
ASHEVILLE -- Look for more thunderstorms to move through the mountains this evening, according to the National Weather Service.

Museum to present awards for "Fragile Earth" exhibit Wed, 09 Jul 2008 16:48:00 EDT
CULLOWHEE -- The Fine Art Museum at Western Carolina University will hold the awards ceremony to announce winners of the "Fragile Earth" art exhibition at 3 p.m. Sunday.

Pro Baseball: Braves promote Basner again Wed, 09 Jul 2008 16:41:00 EDT
For the sixth time this season, former Western Carolina pitcher Ryan Basner is switching baseball caps.

Broughton gets certification back Wed, 09 Jul 2008 15:53:00 EDT
MORGANTON -- Broughton Hospital has regained its Medicare and Medicaid certification, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced today.

Health official: salmonella outbreak in McDowell County under control Wed, 09 Jul 2008 15:38:00 EDT
MARION -- Health officials have stopped the spread of salmonella that has left at least 20 people sick in McDowell County, local health director Buck Wilson said today.

Warren Wilson named a "Best Buy" Wed, 09 Jul 2008 15:28:00 EDT
The Fiske Guide to Colleges has named Warren Wilson College as one of its 26 "Best Buys of 2009" among private colleges and universities nationwide, the fourth time since 2005 the guide has selected Warren Wilson for the distinction.

Northwest imposing bag fee, cutting jobs Wed, 09 Jul 2008 14:09:00 EDT
ASHEVILLE -- Northwest Airlines Corp. said today it will begin charging $15 for passengers' first checked bag and is eliminating 2,500 management and front-line jobs.

I-26 narrowed at Green River bridge Wed, 09 Jul 2008 10:08:00 EDT
SALUDA - Westbound Interstate 26 is narrowed to one lane today across the Green River bridge in southeastern Henderson County today for bridge maintenance, the state Department of Transportation says.

Westbound U.S. 74 one lane in Clyde Wed, 09 Jul 2008 10:07:00 EDT
CLYDE - Westbound U.S. 74 has been reduced to one lane today between Interstate 40 and the Clyde/Jones Cove exits, the state Department of Transportation says.

I-40 work in Haywood and McDowell today Wed, 09 Jul 2008 10:06:00 EDT
CANTON - Westbound Interstate 40 is reduced to one lane until 5 p.m. today at mile marker 30 between Canton and Clyde because of bridge maintenance, the state Department of Transportation says.

HRMC auxiliary and foundation purchase microscope Wed, 09 Jul 2008 08:45:00 EDT
From left, Virginia Milligan, med/surg director, Royanne Schumacher, clinical coordinator for nursing administration, and Diane Lyda, director of surgical services, say they are delighted with the funds for continuing education and advanced certification for nurses.

Furniture co. to move 200 jobs to Robbinsville Wed, 09 Jul 2008 08:23:00 EDT
LEXINGTON -- A furniture company plans to consolidate its North Carolina production, cutting 350 jobs in Lexington and adding 200 in Robbinsville.

Woman not charged in granddaughter's Sam's Club shooting Wed, 09 Jul 2008 08:13:00 EDT
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Officials say a woman whose 4-year-old granddaughter accidentally shot herself with her grandmother's gun at a Columbia store last month will not be charged in the case.

Kayaker capsizes, swims 12 hours to reach NC shore Wed, 09 Jul 2008 08:07:00 EDT
NORFOLK, Va. -- A 19-year-old Virginia man who swam for about 12 hours in the Albemarle Sound after his kayak overturned said he rested on crab pot buoys and ate algae as he tried to get to shore.

Severe thunderstorms dump rain, cut power in central NC Wed, 09 Jul 2008 08:04:00 EDT
RALEIGH -- Tens of thousands of utility customers lost power Tuesday night as severe thunderstorms swept across two states, setting off tornado warnings in several North Carolina counties.

$21.4 billion state budget goes to Easley for signature Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:58:00 EDT
RALEIGH -- The General Assembly gave final legislative approval Tuesday to a nearly $21.4 billion budget bill for state government, a measure that now will get the close review of Gov. Mike Easley.

1 dead, 1 missing in 3 a.m. swim by Raleigh dam Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:54:00 EDT
RALEIGH -- Emergency crews have found the body of a missing swimmer and were looking for another man in the Neuse River in Raleigh.

No charges filed in case of woman who died on hospital floor Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:51:00 EDT
LOS ANGELES -- No criminal charges will be filed against medical staff at a troubled inner-city hospital over the death of a homeless woman who writhed in pain on the emergency room floor for nearly an hour, a county prosecutor concluded Tuesday.

When fleeing police, best not to leave cell phone behind Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:48:00 EDT
FORREST CITY, Ark. -- Forrest City police weren't able to catch their man after a high-speed chase through town, but the cell phone he left behind gave away his identity.

Maybin will miss All-Star Game Wed, 09 Jul 2008 21:33:00 EDT
Former Roberson slugger Cameron Maybin injured his back and will miss Monday's Southern League All-Star Game.

Top Story: Missing hiker found in Shining Rock area Wed, 09 Jul 2008 19:30:00 EDT
A searcher arrives back at Lake Logan-Cecil Fire Dept. in Haywood County after missing hiker Michael Brechner, 23, of Canton, was found unharmed.

Asheville city animal rules meeting draws crowd Wed, 09 Jul 2008 11:53:00 EDT
ASHEVILLE -- Residents crowded a Tuesday animal rules meeting to talk about chained dogs, chickens, bees and other kept creatures.

Henderson teacher charged with soliciting a child Wed, 09 Jul 2008 10:49:00 EDT
ASHEVILLE -- Buncombe County sheriff's detectives charged a Henderson County Schools employee with using a computer to solicit a child for sex.

Arrests: Police arrest fugitives Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:29:00 EDT
ASHEVILLE - City police arrested two men wanted on unrelated charges in other states.

Conservancy adds land for Chimney Rock State Park Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
LAKE LURE -- The Nature Conservancy has acquired five tracts of land in the Hickory Nut Gorge that will be transferred to the state parks system for inclusion in Chimney Rock State Park.

Planned Parenthood office to reopen after fire Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
ASHEVILLE -- Planned Parenthood Health Systems Inc. will resume serving patients at its 603 Biltmore Ave. location Thursday for the first time since a Feb. 17 electrical fire gutted the building's upper floor.

City hosts reception for new planning director Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
ASHEVILLE -- The city will host an open house 5:30-7 p.m. July 23 to welcome Judy Daniel as its planning director.

25th National Night Out event set for Aug. 5 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
ASHEVILLE -- The Asheville Police Department, Buncombe County Sheriff's Office and the Asheville-Buncombe Community Relations Council will host a National Night Out crime prevention event at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 5, at the Murphy-Oakley Park on Fairview Road.

Benefit will help trooper's family Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
DILLSBORO -- Restaurants, merchants and townspeople of Dillsboro will come together July 17 to support the family of slain N.C. Highway Patrol Trooper David Shawn Blanton Jr.

Challenge ends for lack of challengers Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
ASHEVILLE -- The city's Bele Chere festival has canceled its Urban Challenge competition after just four contestants signed up for the event.

Man died from 'excited delirium' Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
HENDERSONVILLE -- Stefan D. McMinn, 44, of Hendersonville, died Nov. 2 after being shocked about six times by two deputies at the Henderson County jail.

Schools employee charged with soliciting sex from a minor Tue, 08 Jul 2008 18:09:00 EDT
David Frank Pace

Accused sex offender sought Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:46:00 EDT
Robert Ellis Burdette

Cocaine played role in handcuffed man's death Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:35:00 EDT
HENDERSONVILLE -- A man repeatedly shocked while in handcuffs at the Henderson County jail died from excited delirium because of physical restraint and cocaine toxicity, an autopsy report released today shows.

Rodriguez, Michigan to pay WVU $4 million Wed, 09 Jul 2008 18:44:00 EDT
ANN ARBOR -- Rich Rodriguez's legal saga may finally be over.

76ers sign Brand Wed, 09 Jul 2008 17:52:00 EDT
PHILADELPHIA -- Elton Brand signed with the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday, instantly giving them the low post presence they need to become contenders in the Eastern Conference.

NASCAR: Tony Stewart leaving Joe Gibbs Racing Wed, 09 Jul 2008 17:07:00 EDT
CHARLOTTE -- Joe Gibbs Racing will release Tony Stewart from his contract at the end of the season, ending an incredibly successful decade in which they won two championships and turned the organization into one of NASCAR's best.

Wagstaff qualifies for U.S. Women's Amateur Wed, 09 Jul 2008 17:01:00 EDT
LEXINGTON -- Stephanie Wagstaff of Asheville qualified for the U.S. Women's Amateur on Wednesday.

Cyrus named baseball coach at Blue Ridge CC Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:49:00 EDT
FLAT ROCK -- Blue Ridge Community College President Dr. Molly A. Parkhill has named Dana Cyrus as head baseball coach, the school announced today.

Asheville Redbirds schedule Wed, 09 Jul 2008 04:00:00 EDT
Today at Spartanburg 7 p.m.

Plumlee: Greenies star Plumlee on track to make McDonald's game Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
Christ School rising senior Mason Plumlee Plumlee defends Matt Humphrey, of Chicago, Tuesday during tryouts for the USA Basketball 18 and younger national team in Washington, D.C. Plumlee was one of 12 players selected to the team.

Bass, Biershenk take command of Skyview golf tournament Wed, 09 Jul 2008 21:57:00 EDT
ASHEVILLE -- Former Reynolds High star J.D. Bass had seven birdies in a round of 66 to take command of the amateur division of the 49th annual Michelob Ultra Skyview Pro-Am/Junior Tournament.

Youth tennis: Young players from WNC say rivalry between Nadal and Federer good for tennis Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
Michael Devereux, 17, returns a shot Tuesday during the City of Asheville Open Junior Tennis Championships.

Skyview: Bass, Varner post best scores at Skyview Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
Don Sims, front, and Paul Everett compete Tuesday in the Skyview Pro-Am & Junior Tournament.

Shooting the breeze Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
ESPN posed a multiple-choice question to its viewers earlier this week about which sporting event has been the greatest championship of 2008.

Lewis, Sciupider winners at rain-shortened Marville tourney Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
MAGGIE VALLEY -- Over the years, weather hasn't interrupted the Jane Marville junior golf tournament very often.

Madison High football coach resigns Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
MARSHALL -- Darren Ponder will not return as football coach and athletic director at Madison High School.

Economic woes force closure of 3 Buncombe restaurants Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
The Boathouse on Lake Julian.

Small businesses can address insurance concerns at event Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
ASHEVILLE -- Local business leaders will have an opportunity to share concerns with representatives from the N.C. Department of Insurance at the Chamber of Commerce's next Doughnuts and Dialogue event, "Insurance for Small Business."

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