Hometown may put 'Idol' on the map

05/30/11 GARNER, N.C. - Scotty McCreery put the North Carolina town of Garner on the map. Now, the town is thinking of putting the places where the latest "American Idol" went to school, worked and prayed on a map as well.

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Remembering The Inland Northwest's Fallen

05/30/11 On this Memorial Day, take a moment to remember these servicemen who have lost their lives in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan. They are infantrymen, helicopter pilots, tankers and Green Berets. They are sons and daughters, husbands and wives. They come from Colville, Coeur d'Alene, Washtucna, Pullman and Spokane. These are the stories of the sons and daughters of the Inland Northwest who have ...

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Civil War movies, the sorrow and the pity: Looking back at 'Gettysburg,' 'Glory,' 'Gone with the Wind' and other gems

05/29/11 Perhaps "Glory" is the perfect antidote to the horribly racist "The Birth of a Nation." Looking back on Civil War movies.

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Voice of the Free Press: To remember is to honor their sacrifice

05/29/11 On Memorial Day, America remembers those who died in military service to their country. The holiday that traces its origins to the Civil War is especially poignant in a time of war, when the list grows longer each year.

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Memorial Day weekend observances set

05/27/11 Memorial Day began as Decoration Day, recognizing the family tradition of placing flowers on graves to honor the soldiers, sailors and Marines of the Civil War. John A. Logan, commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, an organization of Union soldiers, made these celebrations official in 1868, establishing May 30 as the day for veterans to honor their dead comrades.

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Shi named Charlotte City Market director

05/27/11 Christy Shi, a leader in efforts to support the Charlotte region's farmers, has been named executive director of the Charlotte City Market.

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POLICE BLOTTER: May 26, 2011

05/27/11 Lt. Lance Maloney reported: Officer Vincent Amabile responded to a Louellen Street, Hopewell Borough, address for the report of a burglary May 6.

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Garner loves Scotty this big

05/26/11 On the day after Scotty McCreery's big " American Idol " win, his hometown couldn't stop talking Thursday about the 17-year-old who traded his small-town existence for the lights of Hollywood.

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'American Idol' finale: Lauren Alaina vs. Scotty McCreery - who will win?

05/25/11 Lauren Alaina and Scotty McCreery face off on 'American Idol''s season 10 finale. Who will win? Vote in our poll.

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Memorial Day observances set

05/25/11 Memorial Day began as Decoration Day, recognizing the family tradition of placing flowers on graves to honor the soldiers, sailors and Marines of the Civil War. John A.

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Scotty wins!

05/25/11 Scotty McCreery, whose deep voice, country twang and aw-shucks charm made him an " American Idol " favorite all season, was declared the winner of the TV singing competition Wednesday night.

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Scotty McCreery is crowned the new 'American Idol'

05/25/11 Garner's own Scotty McCreery has been crowned the winner of "American Idol."

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Local band basks in Scotty's glow

05/24/11 The Blue Country band backs Scotty McCreery and Josh Turner at McCreery's homecoming concert in Garner.

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Clemson faces Georgia Tech in 11 a.m. Wednesday ACC Tournament game

05/24/11 Clemson (39-17), the #6 seed, will open its ACC Tournament slate by playing #3-seed Georgia Tech (39-17) on Wednesday at 11:00 AM on the first day of the ACC Tournament. The Tigers will be the designated visiting team and occupy the first-base dugout.

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Work force development programs build up community

05/23/11 Great communities require great leaders. Henderson County has been fortunate, throughout its history, to have leaders who worked vigorously to make our community a great place to live and work.

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JIMMIE LEE WOODIE

05/17/11 It is with sadness that I inform you of the passing of Mr. Jimmie Lee Woodie, father of Engineer Micheal Woodie T149 A Shift.

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SCHOLASTIC ROUNDUP: Immaculate's Daily leads Mustangs past Bunnell

05/16/11 DANBURY -- Freshman Jaclyn Daily scored the game-tying goal with 16 seconds remaining in regulation and added the go-ahead goal in overtime as the Immaculate girls lacrosse team pulled away with a 17-14 victory over visiting Bunnell on Monday.

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The Dead Kenny Gs Add Dates with Primus

05/16/11 After touring the country with Garage A Trois this spring, saxophonist Skerik and percussionist/vibraphonist Mike Dillon rejoin bassist Brad Houser in their other primary band, The Dead Kenny Gs.

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Baseball. Clemson Baseball Team to Play Host to Davidson Tuesday in Final Regular Season Home Game

05/16/11 Clemson (36-16), ranked as high as #15 in the nation, will host Davidson (18-28 entering Monday's game at Georgia Southern) at Doug Kingsmore Stadium on Tuesday in the Tigers' last regular-season home game. First pitch is scheduled for 6:30 PM. The game will be available live via webcast on TigerCast at ClemsonTigers.com. The game will also be broadcast live on the radio by WCCP (104.9 FM) out ...

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U.S. Open Qualifying Scores

06/07/10 (x-qualified in a playoff) (a-amateur) At Ansley Golf Club (28 players for 2 spots) Roswell, Ga. a- Russell Henley , Macon, Ga. 73-64-- 137 x-Mark Silvers, Savannah, Ga. 72-70-- 142 Failed to Qualify x-Chris Epperson, Hilton Head Island, S.C. 70-72-- 142 (1st alternate) Lee Williams , Alexander City, Ala. 76-69-- 145 (2nd alternate) Charles Frost , Charlotte, N.C. 75-70-- 145 Matthew Swan ...

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