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ANOTHER YALE SLAYING: Police say doctor killed by colleague at home. 3A

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Challenging Hege And the rest is history ENTERPRISE STAFF REPORT

Several people had been involved in establishing what became The High Point Enterprise, and J.J. Farriss certainly gets credit for positioning the newspaper as a major force throughout the community. But two people who bought all of the company’s outstanding stock in 1921 set the Enterprise on a journey that lasted nearly 80 years. Read all about it in the Enterprise’s anniversary edition coming out in May.

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Group questioning PROTEST candidacy gets hearing –According to state law, BY DAVID NIVENS ENTERPRISE STAFF WRITER

LEXINGTON – A group of Davidson County residents challenging former sheriff Gerald Hege’s candidacy in the Republican primary will get a hearing May 7. At the request of board member Jon Myers, the Davidson County Board of Elections scheduled the hearing after the May 4 election, but before the May 11 canvass. The residents and Hege will have until May 5 to file briefs and arrange for legal counsel, the board ruled Monday. “Voting has begun, so we should have a stay,” Myers said. Early primary voting began April 15. Melisia Prout, the president of Salvation’s Way and a Forsyth County resident, organized the challenge. The challengers say Hege, a convicted felon, would be in direct violation of state law if elected because he would have control over firearms in the sheriff’s office.

it’s “unlawful for any person who has been convicted of a felony to purchase, own, possess or have in custody, care or control any firearm or any weapon of mass death and destruction.” The challengers say Gerald Hege would be in direct violation if elected.

Donna A. James will be awarded an honorary degree at North Carolina A&T State University’s annual spring commencement May 8. James, a 1979 A&T graduate who grew up in Greensboro, is managing director of Lardon & Associates and has served as corporate director for many public companies.

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Melisia Prout (right), president of Salvation’s Way, talks to Ida Paris as she records the proceedings.

“We are very happy that cials said they could not find Constitution,” Hege said. we got a hearing,” Prout Hege’s probation release pa- “It goes back to that.” Hege has contended that said. “We will file a brief for pers with his office filing pathe board with the witness- pers, Hege said he was con- the firearms argument is not es and the documents. Our fident that papers restoring an issue. “There is no state law I know of that requires case is on the qualifications, his citizenship are on file. “Those are the last pa- a sheriff to carry a firearm,” and we are most concerned about the general election pers you get as probation Hege said. “The president ballot, not so much about ends,” Hege said. “It’s just of the United States and the the primary. This gives us a matter of getting a copy governor do not carry one. of it.” more time to prepare.” Each deputy has qualificaLast week, the board de- tions to carry a firearm.” Hege has claimed the complaint does not make sense termined that the group’s Hege resigned as sherand should have been han- petition was a protest and iff in 2004 after pleading not a challenge allowed guilty to two felony counts dled before voting started. “We expected this to hap- within 10 days after a can- of obstruction of justice pen,” Hege said. “This is didate files for an office. for attempting to cover up no surprise. The board is The board decided to hear money missing from the giving them the benefit of constitutional and statu- vice and narcotics unit of the doubt. We don’t want tory arguments against the sheriff’s department. Hege’s candidacy. any doubt either.” “This is all about the Although elections offidnivens@hpe.com | 888-3626

Ragsdale musicians, actors perform

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LOCAL HEROES: Davidson 911 presents awards. 1B OBITUARIES

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Linda Allen, 55 Jessie Cornette, 85 Margaret Everhardt, 68 Wilton Furgurson, 83 Carolyn Hall, 48 John Russell, 79 James Snider, 79 Obituaries, 2B

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Last in a three-part series previewing this week’s “On Stage!” talent showcase.

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JAMESSONNY HEDGECOCK | HPE TOWN – Two groups of Performing with the Ragsdale orchestra will be Sarah Zamamri (front row, from left), Angelina Song, Leah Kouchel students – in- and Saraina Pierre. Back row (from left) are Chelsea Joyce, Ryan Wall, Andrew Song and Tea Kim. strumentalSome cast members from was musical director for came off an incredibly sucists and singthe March production of the full production and is cessful musical they’re ers – that will Inside... the school edition of the working with students for very proud of, and it gives represent R a g s d a l e Ragsdale arts get chance musical “Rent” will per- the “On Stage!” song. them another way to also ON STAGE! In both instances, teach- reflect the hard work they form a song from the show, High School to shine. 1B “Seasons of Love.” The ers decided to showcase put into that musical.” in the “On Local youth full production of “Rent” Ragsdale by taking advanStage!” talOldham created the talent in the An eight-member string involved 21 students in tage of what already was string group specificalent showcase spotlight ly to be in “On Stage!” T h u r s d a y group is part of the larger the cast and 16 who served in place at the school. ■■■ “We had a cast that was The musicians will perwill provide 27-member school orches- as backstage crew, said teacher Susan doing well, and we decided form the first movement a sampling of tra led by Andrew Oldham, drama what larger director of instrumental Reinecke. She worked with to send an audition video,” teacher Jessica Glime, who Reinecke said. “We just music. groups at the school offer. RAGSDALE, 1B

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Cut in market funding ‘surprises’ leaders BY PAT KIMBROUGH ENTERPRISE STAFF WRITER

HIGH POINT – Guilford County’s proposed budget cuts could spell bad news for the world’s largest furniture trade show. County Manager Brenda JonesFox’s draft spending plan includes a one-third reduction in funding for most local economic development agencies, including the High Point Market Authority, which would see its allocation cut from $75,000 to $50,000. The move disappointed city leaders, who were optimistic about an increase for the market after a joint meeting between the City Council and Guilford County Board of Commissioners last month. “I was truly surprised by the re-

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duced amount recommended by the county manager,” said Mayor Becky Smothers. “The commissioners’ comments about the value of the market were so positive when we met with them recently.” Jones-Fox – under direction from the board to deliver a spending plan that does not raise the property tax rate – has proposed $17.2 million in cuts to a variety of county services, staff, arts and community groups and other organizations. The market authority receives

city and state funding to support transportation services and promote what is billed as the single-largest economic event in North Carolina each year. But finding additional local sources has been a struggle. “I am very concerned that any decrease in funding sends a very negative message,” Smothers said. “We have been unable to convince other local governments in the region that the market has a profound impact on their sales tax, hotel occupancy taxes and provides a significant financial boost for many of the businesses throughout the Triad. Guilford should be taking the lead.” Some commissioners on Monday again expressed support for the market. “I know we have cut everything, and we’re going to go

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back now and see if maybe there’s areas we might need to tweak again and help out,” said Republican Commissioner Linda Shaw. “I support that furniture market 100 percent. I think it’s vital to High Point as well as Guilford County. It brings in a lot of revenue.” Council members said they plan to continue lobbying for the market during the budget process, which ends in June. “The county commissioners have the ability to modify (the proposed allocation), and I hope they will,” said Councilman Latimer Alexander. “I feel like we’ll be reaching out to them and showing what their investment in High Point means.” pkimbrough@hpe.com | 888-3531

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Congratulations all around North Carolina Gov. Bev. Perdue (right), Duke University men’s basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski (second left) and former NBA player Jerry West (center) all share a laugh last Wednesday in Raleigh during a ceremony honoring Duke for winning this year’s NCAA title. The Blue Devils beat upstart Butler 61-59 in a thrilling championship game earlier this month in Indianapolis.

County committee to discuss school construction BY DAVID NIVENS ENTERPRISE STAFF WRITER

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MARION – After it was closed in 2008 due to the economic recession, the Spectrum plant in Marion will soon reopen under a new name and hire 49 people. Gov. Bev Perdue announced Monday that Spectrum Mills LLC will locate an operation in Marion. The company, which will manufacture specialty textured yarns, plans to create 49 jobs and

continue to attract businesses and investment to our state.” Spectrum Mills is a privately owned company headquartered in Marion. The company will make textured and color polyester yarns for use in wholesale and retail applications, including sewing, needlework and piece goods. The company’s predecessor was Spectrum Yarns, which was shut down in 2008. It was purchased from

What: “On Stage!” When: 7 p.m. Thursday Where: War Memorial Auditorium, Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Lee St. Tickets: $15 for reserved seats, available at the coliseum box office, some Lowe’s Foods stores, online at www.Ticketmaster. com, by calling (800) 745-3000 Extra: Students at GTCC Middle College in High Point will film the show and create DVDs that can be ordered for $15 at the show or online at www.guilfordeducationalliance.org. T-shirts will be available for $15. Cost for both the DVD and T-shirt is $25.

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“This has to be a joint discussion,” Duncan said. The school district received $10 The new Meredith Leigh million or $11 million in mainteHaynes-Bennie Lee Inman nance money until last year, when Education Center, with an $11 that amount was cut to $4 million. million basic construction budIn her 2011 budget proposal totalget, and the nearby $33 million ing $568.9 million, County ManagJamestown Middle School at er Brenda Jones-Fox has kept disHarvey Road, are scheduled to trict funding level at $175 million open this fall. and maintenance and repairs at $4 million. Several commissioners have Duncan said earlier this month urged the school board to bring during a committee meeting that them emergency requests for mainthe school board has an obliga- tenance and repairs, but they have tion to fund the 27 projects on not agreed on what constitutes an the 2008 construction list before emergency. Green has so far ruled spending the bond money on out using a $3 million reserve fund anything else. The school board set aside to cover any state giveand commissioners should dis- backs. cuss what to do with any leftover money, he said. dnivens@hpe.com | 888-3626

invest $2.7 million during the next three years. The project was made possible in part by a $135,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund, according to a news release from the governor’s office. “North Carolina remains a top choice for companies seeking to create new jobs and enhance their successful operations,” said Perdue. “Our exceptional business climate, skilled workforce and training programs

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GUILFORD COUNTY – With their 2011 budgets formed, a group of county leaders will meet today to discuss funding for school construction. So far, a committee of Guilford County commissioners and Guilford County Board of Education members have skirmished over the additional $3 million Superintendent Mo Green has asked for repairs and maintenance in his $651.8 million 2011 budget. The committee has yet to cover school construction in detail, especially the status of projects listed in the 2008 voter-approved $412 million school construction list. School board Chairman Alan

of Mozart’s “Symphony No. 12.” The entire school orchestra performs the piece, and Oldham modified it for the string ensemble. “This was an extra commitment,” Oldham said. “I set the calendar in stone ahead of time, and this was extra rehearsal time for the students, and I needed a group that could pull a piece together really quickly, and the upper-classmen have enough experience that they could get the piece together more quickly than the younger kids.” Both groups will perform at “On Stage!” for the first time. “Ragsdale has so many really good programs, but at times they don’t have a chance to be prominent or shine, so this will be a chance to get our names out there and have people be willing to come to our performances,” said Saraina Pierre, a violinist in the ensemble and a senior at Ragsdale.

bankruptcy by a private investor who plans to consolidate two inactive facilities into one operation in Marion and restart production, according to the news release. “It’s going to be very similar,” said County Manager Chuck Abernathy, who is also the county’s economic development director. “We understand there will be an opportunity for the former employees to be possibly hired back.”

SUNDAY: Districtwide talent show features local students; for Andrews drum-line group, it’s more than just a performance; Penn-Griffin students get to show their stuff MONDAY: Florence Elementary choral group ready to hit high note TODAY: Ragsdale drama, orchestra students ready for spotlight

Human dominos tumble: No record, but they still had fun MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE

WILSON – A little more than 300 people fell at Fike High School Saturday afternoon – but luckily nobody was hurt, and it was all for a good cause. Special Olympics in Wilson County sponsored the event that raised money for special needs athletes in the community. They had hoped to break the world record but fell short this year. Kit Lewis, a mother of a 13-year-old special needs athlete, thought the Human Domino Fall was a

great way to get the community involved in the cause. “This was great fun,” she said. “This is a wonderful way to get people to participate in the Special Olympics.” A little after 2 p.m., more than 300 participants lined up on Fike High School’s track, sat down and waited for the command to start. With arms raised in the air, one by one the volunteers, who were wearing black shirts that resembled dominos, fell back on each other. When the last “domino” fell, there was a loud cheer from the crowd.

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released on a $1,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court May 5. A telephone number for Bailey could not immediately be located Sunday and it was unclear whether she had an attorney.

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Remains identified as aspiring dancer MIDDLETOWN, N.Y. – Remains found two weeks ago in Pennsylvania have been identified as those of an aspiring dancer from Texas who disappeared after leaving a New York City night club in 2008 with a registered sex offender, state police said Monday. A DNA analysis confirmed the identity of 25year-old Laura Garza of Brooklyn. She had moved to New York from McAllen, Texas, five months before she disappeared.

eBay pulls Kevorkian death van listing DETROIT – Online auction site eBay pulled a listing Monday for a van used by Dr. Jack Kevorkian to perform several assisted suicides, saying the sale of the van would violate the company’s policy against the sale of “murderabilia.� Jack Finn, a retired used auto parts dealer, put the 1968 Volkswagon van up for auction on eBay last week. With three days left in the auction, the top bid placed for it was $3,400 at 12:30 p.m. EDT Monday, but the ad had been pulled an hour later. ENTERPRISE NEWS SERVICE REPORTS

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We should buy American-made furniture I like the spring furniture market, especially when weather cooperates, wisteria and azaleas bloom, the streets are crowded with visitors. This town shines during spring market. The annual migration of buyers and manufacturers to High Point has become a mark in time, a new season in life has arrived, better days ahead. We all benefit. We all hear, “I got some showroom work,” or, “Oh yeah, we cater down there,” and the most frequent is, “We’re sleeping on my sister’s living room floor, rented the house out to market.” What we don’t hear as often is, “We got a purchase order for a thousand headboards.” Those words are spoken in a different language, in a land far away. Those words are the crux to our economic problems today. I arrived in High Point 13 years ago. What I saw then was the apex of the furniture business, maybe the apex of manufacturing in America, too. One by one, plants closed, even rail tracks were removed. Now, most of that work is done in other countries where the labor is cheap, little regard to pollution and worker safety. It’s good

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that laborer has work, his standard of living raised, I have no problem with that. I have a problem with what it has done: our jobs, our standard of living, our future. We can control our future by voting for candidates who support U.S. manufacturing, and by voting with our wallets when we purchase. Buy American made products. If we do that, maybe some future market we’ll hear a sawdust covered fellow who smells of varnish, proudly say “we got a purchase order for a thousand dressers.” That will mark a new season of better days. Buy American. JAMES BRIGHAM High Point

God will have final word in this argument You have printed at least three letters from Cris Elkins, promoting the acceptance of homosexual

missioner McClure had nothing to lose by indulging in a little extracurricular political activity this year. He filed for the North behavior. Elkins will not have Carolina House seat now held by the last word on this subject. God will. And, there will be no further Representative Hugh Holliman. But the commissioner was a rationalizing, no further letterno-show at the recent candidates writing, and no appeal. JOHN E. RAMSEY JR. forum at Piedmont Crossing. High Point The explanation: a doctor’s appointment took priority. Fred McClure’s name will be on the Republican primary ballot, but Rayne Brown has stuff to his heart is not in this campaign. Rayne Brown’s heart, body, defeat Holliman mind, and soul are in this campaign, and in this campaign only. The Fred McClure I used to She doesn’t know how to hedge support for the Davidson County her bets or pull her punches. Board of Commissioners was a She is the little Red Hen and the tax-cutter, innovator, and boatLittle Engine That Could all rolled rocker extraordinaire. But the Fred McClure who returned to the into one. She is the conservative firebrand that Fred McClure used board after the voters exiled him for two years is not the same Fred to be. Two years ago, when the smart McClure. For example, he now money said that challenging Hugh insists that the property tax rate Holliman was a fool’s errand, ought to stay the same year after Rayne Brown took him on and year, not even a token reduction almost took him out. This time in the revaluation years. she can finish the job. Because two years remained BARNEY W. HILL on the four-year term the voters Thomasville granted him two years ago, Com-

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ad tale, indeed! Oak Hollow Mall opened with great fanfare in the summer of 1995 and now, 15 years later, what had been a first-class shopping facility is for sale for $15 million. That’s just one-third of what CBL & Associates reportedly was asking two years ago when The High Point Enterprise was the first to tell you about the desire of the mall’s corporate owner/operator to dump it. And, a year ago, Green Street Advisors included it in a list of 84 “dead” malls across America last May. Green Street Advisors contends that any large, enclosed mall generating sales per square foot of $250 or less (U.S. average is $381) is in danger of failure. And it has been reported that Oak Hollow’s occupancy is less than two-thirds full. Even if mall struggles are common, a city the size of High Point deserves a first-class mall. Even if consumer mentality is shifting, a community the size (geographically and populationwise) of the greater High Point area should be able to support a mall. A mall and its merchants that were as successful as Oak Hollow was during its first 10 years regularly should be inviting those who live, work, shop and/or play in the greater High Point area via – even if it sounds selfserving – advertising in The High Point Enterprise, your hometown newspaper. Most of the other stores at the mall have, from its beginning in 1995, laid back and tried to ride the coattails of the advertising of anchor stores, of which only Belk, Sears and JC Penney remain. And advertising from Oak Hollow Mall itself has been sparse. Obviously, if most merchants, and now the nontraditional tenants, don’t invest enough to tell local people what they have to offer and don’t entice them regularly to visit the mall, they can’t expect folks to go there in any appreciable numbers just because the mall is there. The mall can survive, if all parties with a stake in it – mall operators, the anchors who have been carrying the load, the other merchants and tenants, the High Point Chamber of Commerce, the Enterprise and the people residing and working in the greater High Point area – “work” together to make it happen. Otherwise, High Pointers sooner or later are going to have another white elephant on its hands and, this time, it will be difficult to find a church to bail them out. Sad tale, indeed! Do you care?

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swing voters. On both sides, ith recent news updates on the conthey are more likely to know tinuing investigation of former Gov. which party controls which Mike Easley, now is a good time to congressional or legislative assess how much such news is likely to afchambers. They are more likely fect politics in North Carolina. to recognize the names of politiMy view is that scandals can determine cians below the rank of presielectoral outcomes, but not through the dent, governor, or U.S. Senate. mechanism that most often springs to mind: And they are more consistent propelling undecided voters into the camp of OPINION consumers of political news. the party out of power. So when a scandal breaks, they I don’t doubt that high-profile scandals can John are far more likely to make the sometimes do this. In 2006, the perception of Hood necessary connections. widespread Republican incompetence and ■■■ In nonpresidential years corruption in Washington probably led some such as 1994, 1998, and 2006 – all years in which one or both chamber of Congress changed hands – real or perceived scandals in the incumbent party contributed to its downfall largely by depressing turnout among base voters. Those are cycles in which swing voters played smaller roles, because there was no presidential race at the top of the ticket to bring them to the polls. Looking at the 2010 elections in North Carolina, then, I think we may well see a similar voters with weak partisan affiliations to lean dynamic. I know more than a few Democrats who are tired of seeing their leaders show up in favor of giving Democrats more power. in scandals, particularly if they worked hard What I doubt is that the number of undecidto get those leaders elected or keep them in ed voters swayed by scandal is large. power. And I know quite a few Republicans The greater effect of political scandal on who are both outraged at the shenanigans of elections comes from base voters, not swing Black, Easley, etc. and expectant of a rising voters. Within the party of a politician tide for their party in November. convicted or even just credibly accused of Still, there are still enough truly undewrongdoing, the scandal saps the energy of cided voters to tip the balance in key races. volunteers, weakens the pitch of fundraisThey’ll vote more on economic and fiscal ers, and depresses the turnout of the base. issues than ethical ones. If GOP candidates Meanwhile, within the party out of power, offer them a credible set of alternatives for scandal leads to two mutually reinforcing addressing North Carolina’s problems, those responses: righteous indignation at incumbent abuses of power and rising expectations about the voters will swing Republican. It won’t be because Ruffin Poole is guilty of possibility of electoral victory. As a result, chaltax evasion. They don’t know who he is. lengers benefit from more energetic volunteers, more effective fundraisers, and more turnout. JOHN HOOD is president of the John Locke Foundation Ideological, highly partisan voters are better and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. informed about the details of politics than

There are enough truly undecided voters to tip the balance in key races. They’ll vote more on economic and fiscal issues than ethical ones.

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Iraqi court bans candidates, throws election into disarray BAGHDAD (AP) – An Iraqi court threw the nation’s disputed election into deeper disarray Monday by disqualifying 52 candidates, including one winner, in a legal ruling that cast doubt on the slim lead of a Sunnibacked alliance over the prime minister’s political coalition. The decision by the threejudge election court intensified political turmoil and dealt a new setback to efforts to form a new government in Iraq nearly two months after the vote for a new 325-member parliament, which must select the next prime minister. U.S. officials had hoped the elections would boost efforts to reconcile Iraq’s divided ethnic and religious groups as American

military forces prepare to withdraw combat forces by September, with the rest to follow by the end of next year. But the maneuvering following the inconclusive vote instead has created a giant political vacuum and fears of new violence. It also threatened to anger anew Sunni voters, who had thrown their support behind secular candidate Ayad Allawi’s bloc to give it a two-seat lead. The winning candidate who would lose his seat was from Allawi’s Iraqiya coalition. Sunnis largely have spurned Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, and their anger against the Shiite-led government in 2006 and 2007 was one of the key motivators for their bloody insurgency.

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King accepts resignation of Belgian government BRUSSELS – Belgium King Albert II accepted the government’s resignation Monday after negotiations failed to resolve a long-simmering dispute between Dutchand French-speaking politicians over a bilingual voting district in and around Brussels, the country’s capital. The king had waited since last week to see if lastditch talks could keep the coalition government.

Gored Spanish bullfighter recovering in Mexico MADRID – A top Spanish matador who suffered a horrendous, near-fatal goring in Mexico is recovering, his manager said Monday. Doctors in Mexico are preparing to take matador Jose Tomas off sedation gradually and he is “totally out of danger,� manager Salvador Boix said. Tomas was gored in the groin Saturday during a bullfight.

Israel halts east Jerusalem building JERUSALEM – The Israeli government has effectively frozen new Jewish construction in Jerusalem’s disputed eastern sector, municipal officials said Monday. The decision was made despite Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s public insistence that building would not be stopped in the face of U.S. pressure. ENTERPRISE NEWS SERVICE REPORTS

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UNITED NATIONS (AP) – A United Nations investigation has found that four U.N. staff members killed during a suicide attack on a Kabul guest house last October may have died because of friendly fire from Afghan security forces, U.N. officials said Monday. A final report by a four-member outside panel suggested that four of the five U.N. staffers killed in the attack had been shot to death because

BRUSSELS (AP) – The European Union and the continent’s air traffic agency want to move fast to abolish Europe’s fragmented national airspaces, which they say exacerbated the unprece-

they were mistaken for Taliban insurgents during the Oct. 28 incident. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s office said Monday it had received the report, which it declined to make public. Ban’s spokesman, Martin Nesirky, said Monday the report described a “confused situation at the Bakhtar guest house with the attackers and responding security personnel both dressed in Afghan police uniforms and a fire

dented air travel disruptions that grounded over 100,000 flights because of volcanic ash last week. Industry representatives, regulators and analysts all say the most important result of the

raging through the compound.� Nesirky said one of the dead U.N. staffers, Louis Maxwell of Miami, “may have been killed by Afghan security forces who may have mistaken him for an insurgent. ... The report was not able to determine who fired the shots that killed the three other United Nations staff members, though it leaves open the possibility that they may also have been killed by friendly fire.�

post-mortem meetings starting this week will be a move toward a unified airspace at the expense of nations still seeking to jealously guard the sky as a symbol of national sovereignty.

Unified airspace would also put the skies under one regulatory body instead of leaving decisions to dozens of individual countries – one of the key sources of confusion in the volcanic ash crisis.

“Thomasville Doctor Regrets Unfortunate Mistake‌â€? An open letter to the community‌ Dear friend, Many of you have heard I will be admitting a mistake in this letter today. You’ve heard right, it’s time to fess up. As a doctor here in Thomasville for ten years, I’ve taken care of thousands of people. All throughout that time I’ve kept my secret. But, now, as I’ve started to come clean, instead of an investigation or a local up-roar, my patients are relieved. They under-stand, and people are still ocking to my oďŹƒce. I’m going to tell you what I’m admitting to, and what I regret, but I want to give you some background ďŹ rst. Twenty years ago my life took a dramatic turn.

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PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti – A Haitian judge has dropped kidnapping charges against all 10 U.S. missionaries detained for trying to take children out of the country after the Jan. 12 earthquake. But the only missionary still in jail, group leader Laura Silsby, still faces a charge of organizing the illegal transport of 33 children in the chaos.

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In this Oct. 28, 2009 file photo, Afghan security men are seen at a guest house after an attack in Kabul, Afghanistan. A U.N. probe has found that four U.N. staff members killed during a suicide attack on a Kabul guest house last October may have died because of friendly fire from Afghan security forces, U.N. officials said Monday.

Twenty years ago I started college, but I was overwhelmed by intense migraine headaches that were getting worse. They made it nearly impossible to study. The medical doctors just gave me pills and said it would go away, but they didn’t. In my case they came on slowly, over years, but they worsened to the point where I could barely function. Most of my time was spent lying down in a dark room, taking handfuls of painkillers. I felt like giving up. A friend of mine convinced me to give a chiropractor a try. The chiropractor did an exam, took some ďŹ lms, and then “adjustedâ€? my spine. The adjustment didn’t hurt, it actually felt good. I got relief, and I ďŹ nally felt like myself again. It felt great to throw away that bottle of pills. In fact, it worked so well that not only did I ďŹ nish college but I went on to chiropractic school myself. I am not a miracle worker Oh, about the mistake, and the regrets I promised to tell you about. Here it is. People tell me I’m a ‘miracle worker’ because before coming to see me, often, nobody else could help them. I used to swell with pride when I heard that kind of thing. But, as time goes on, something has become very clear to me. I’m not a miracle worker. It’s a mistake

The present state of our Nation’s health is appalling. Much of that is due to our faith in pills, and being responsible for our health. We wait for a crisis, and often it’s too late. And, we are so brainwashed; believing that the only way to health is through pills. We have become a nation of pill-poppers, I should have made this very clear and people who do not want to to all my patients. I regret that I accept responsibility. What’s the haven’t because the distinction is result? It’s not good. important. So, I admit it. We get great results, but I don’t deserve The World Health Organization the praise. The praise goes to the recently completed a study that Creator, and this wonderful body ranked the U.S. only twentyninth in health. This is a startling of ours. statistic considering the U.S. is equipped with the most modern technology, and probably some of the ďŹ nest doctors. So, you’ve got to ask yourself‌Are drugs and technology really the answer? to let people think I am. It’s the body that holds the miracle. I just remove nerve interference, and the body does the rest. The body is constantly striving to heal, and to be well. When nerve interference is removed, the body has a greater chance to heal.

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Bret Ruschewski, landlord of Wendy’s on the Hill, a Yazoo City, Miss., tavern, takes a break Monday from his cleanup to explain how a 500-pound dumpster filled with empty beer bottles was picked up by Saturday’s tornado, flipped over, emptying the bottles around the collapsing walls and carried off across the neighborhood, landing several miles away.

WASHINGTON (AP) – The U.S. extradited former Panamanian dictator Manuel Noriega to France on Monday, clearing the way for him to stand trial there on money laundering charges. The former strongman, who was being held in a federal prison in Miami, was on an Air France flight to Paris, according to a Department of Justice source who spoke anonymously because he was not authorized to comment. One of Noriega’s lawyers, Yves Leberquier,

confirmed Noriega was headed to France. “When he arrives, he will be presented to the Noriega prosecutor and notified of the arrest warrant, and he will confirm his opposition� to the warrant, Leberquier said. At some point today, Noriega will be presented to a Paris judge who will determine whether he should stay in custody pending further action.

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Most of the bar was obliterated, but the office and the restrooms still stood. Luke said she found three rolls of toilet paper still stacked in a pyramid on a tray in the women’s room. Miss. Gov. Haley Barbour was spending part of the day in neighborhoods of his native Yazoo City talking privately with residents. “When you know everybody, it’s harder,� said Barbour, whose home was undamaged in Saturday’s tornado. President Obama called Barbour Monday to express concern about the weekend storms.

WASHINGTON (AP) – The Supreme Court will decide whether free speech rights are more important than helping parents keep violent material away from children. The justices agreed Monday to consider reinstating California’s ban on the sale or rental of violent video games to minors, a law the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco threw out last year on grounds that it violated minors’ constitutional rights. California Gov. Arnold

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people injured and 10 killed. Two others died in storms in Alabama. Nancy Luke stepped carefully through fallen cinderblocks, cracked mirrors and a broken disco ball in what used to be the Yazoo City bar she managed, Wendy’s On the Hill. The bar was in the center of the mile-wide swath of destruction. Luke said she and the owner, Wendy Douglas, have been joking with each other to fend off tears. “She’s a neat freak. This is usually the cleanest bar in town, I tell you,� Luke said.

ing pipe about 5,000 feet below the surface. The spill has grown to more than 1,800 square miles, or an area larger than Rhode Island. Winds and currents can change rapidly and drastically, so officials were hesitant to give any longer forecasts for where the spill will head. Hundreds of miles of coastline in four states are threatened. The oil began spewing out of the sea floor after the rig Deepwater Horizon exploded April 20 and sank two days later about 40 miles off the Mississippi River delta. Eleven of the 126 workers aboard at the time are missing and presumed dead; the rest escaped.

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Survivors assess damage from storms that killed 12 YAZOO CITY, Miss. (AP) – Some Mississippi residents cracked jokes Monday to keep from crying while they looked for salvageable items among the rubble left by severe storms that killed 12 people over the weekend. State officials were tallying the cost of the damage so they could ask for an emergency declaration from President Barack Obama, along with federal funds to help clean up the mess. The latest figures Monday were grim: In Mississippi alone, nearly 700 homes were damaged, 49

NEW ORLEANS (AP) – Crews raced to protect the Gulf of Mexico coastline Monday as a remote sub tried to shut off an underwater oil well that’s gushing 42,000 gallons a day from the site of a wrecked drilling platform. If crews cannot stop the leak quickly, they might need to drill another well to redirect the oil, a laborious process that could take about two months while oil washes up along a broad stretch of shore, from the whitesand beaches of Florida’s Panhandle to the swamps of Louisiana. The oil, which could reach shore in as little as three days, is escaping from two leaks in a drill-

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Barbara J. Ellis is interim vice chancellor for information technology at North Carolina A&T State University. She replaces Vijay Verma, who left the university to pursue an entrepreneurial venture. Ellis will serve on the chancellor’s senior cabinet and lead the Division of Information Technology as chief information officer.

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HIGH POINT – The city has a public event scheduled for later this week to highlight the ecological, aesthetic and economic significance of High Point’s designation as a 2009 Tree City USA. The Arbor Day Celebration, planned for Friday, will mark the sixth consecutive year High Point has earned the recognition from the Arbor Day Foundation. Communities must meet four standards to earn the recognition. They must have a tree board or committee, a comprehensive tree-care ordinance, a community forestry program with a budget of at least $2 per capita, and an annual Arbor Day observance and proclamation. The city budgeted about $332,000 for its forestry program for 2009, which covers all of the city’s treerelated work, such as planting, purchasing, removal, maintenance and tree trimming for utility lines. “The benefit of having trees are they help clean the air, obviously. The help with reduced enery costs, help property values, as well as just make the city more attractive and improve the quality of life,” said Andy Piper, a senior planner for the city. Another benefit of being a Tree City USA is that it helps when seeking grants for various projects, Piper said. The city is going to apply for a grant to fund a tree inventory on city owned or controlled properties in core city areas. “It would give us a count so we know where we stand,” he said. “It also gives us a tool so we can identify potential planting sites.” Also Friday, the city’s Urban Forestry Committee will highlight efforts to plant 150 trees over the past year in recognition of the city’s sesquicentennial and introduce the new “Plant to Remember” memorial tree program, which will provide people the opportunity to donate a tree in honor or in memory of a loved one. pkimbrough@hpe.com 888-3531

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The city of High Point Arbor Day Celebration is planned for 11 a.m. to noon Friday at the Ann & Jim Morgan Community Room at the High Point Public Library, 901 N. Main St. The event will include a presentation by Karen Neill, urban horticulture agent for the Guilford County Cooperative Extension, about starting community gardens, a proclamation from Mayor Becky Smothers recognizing Arbor Day, and a presentation of the Tree City USA award.

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Student Keith Handford (from left), teachers Jessica Glime and Susan Reinecke, and student Erin Jones are among the cast and advisers for Ragsdale’s production of “Rent.”

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JAMESTOWN – Some student musicians and singers who will perform Thursday view “On Stage!” as a chance to let people know there’s more to Ragsdale High School than its well-known sports teams. Keith Handford, a senior and a cast member in “Rent,” straddles both worlds; he also plays football for the Tigers. “A lot of time, people don’t find out about the arts in schools, like they do about sports, so it’s cool to do an ‘On Stage!’ performance to represent your school,” Handford said. “At first I did both, but I think I’ve come to favor drama more than sports now. “I moved here from New Jersey, and I really didn’t play much sports until I moved here. But when I moved here, I did it to

make friends. But I found out singing, dancing and acting is my passion, and I want to turn it into a career.” Leah Kouchel, a violinist and a seON STAGE! nior, hasn’t decided on a career yet, but she hopes music Local youth will be part of whattalent in the ever she chooses. spotlight Performing in the ■■■ ■■■ small string ensemble has been fun because she’s gotten to know her fellow musicians better. “I want to let the community know that we enjoy playing, and we want people to hear us and to be involved in the community,” Kouchel said. “Usually people will stick with playing in school, but this way, we’re involved in the community.” Erin Jones, a junior and “Rent” cast member, likens acting to sports, only better. She plans to make drama her career and has taken part in several talent competitions. “I kind of look at acting as a

sport,” Jones said. “You’ve got people who are good at it, and you’re got people who try out. You have auditions, like try-outs, and it’s something you hone. “In sports you’re looking for certain types of people, but theater gives everybody a chance.” Saraina Pierre, a senior and a

‘I kind of look at acting as a sport.’ Erin Jones “Rent” cast member violinist, has never performed in front of a group as large as the one she’ll face Thursday. She’s a little nervous, she said, but she expects the enjoyment she finds in playing music to override any fear. “I feel that it’s important for us to help others to be more aware of the arts and how they can enrich our lives, and to have a good time. Hopefully, we’ll have a good time and he audience will enjoy our music,” she said. vknopfler@hpe.com | 888-3601

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Posing with their plaques are (from left) Lisa Whitaker, Telecommunicator of the Year; Josh Myers, Shift Supervisor of the Year; and Brandon Mabe, Telecommunicator of the Year.

DAVIDSON COUNTY – Three employees of Davidson County 911 have been recognized for their dedication, devotion and perseverance to perform their role protecting the county. Co-workers nominated the trio for the awards after submitting nominations describing the reasons the employees were outstanding professionals in the field of 911 communications. Josh Myers was awarded the Shift Supervisor of the Year Award after employees

described his dedication to the community by “always keeping his hand on the pulse of what is currently happening and is able to handle it with great efficiency.” Lisa Whitaker was awarded one of two Telecommunicators of the Year Awards because co-workers said she “is a very effective and thorough trainer … who respects their trainees, backs them up and gives them all of the information they need to get the job done.” Whitaker, who is a firsttime winner of the award,

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has been an employee of Davidson 911 since 2006. Brandon Mabe was awarded the second Telecommunicator of the Year award. Brandon’s co-workers described him as a person who “is always willing to offer their assistance and has an excellent rapport with the many constituents served by Davidson County 911 including clients, other professional organizations and fellow employees and … has been an asset to our organization.” Mabe is a first-time winner of the award.

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John Russell TRINITY – John Russell, 79, of 7218 Belmont Drive departed this life on April 22, 2010 at Forsyth Medical Park. Funeral service will be 1:00 pm, Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at Greater First United Baptist Church, 1409 Deep River Rd. Burial will follow at Guilford Memorial Park, Greensboro. Family visitation will be 7 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at the church and other times at the residence. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Greater First United Baptist Church. Haizlip Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www.haizlipfuneralhome.com.

Carolyn Hall ARCHDALE – Mrs. Carolyn Stanley Hall, 48, resident of 2836 Uwharrie Rd. died April 25th, 2010, at High Point Regional Hospital. Mrs. Hall was born August 8th, 1961, in Rockingham County. She had worked at Acme Sample Book and was a member of Allendale Baptist Church. On February 6th, 1998, she married Chris Hall who survives of the residence. Also surviving is her mother, Phyllis Branch Hall and husband Carson of Sophia; her father, George Thomas Stanley and wife Nancy of Archdale; a daughter, Amanda Walters of Sophia; two brothers, Timothy Lee Adams of Sophia and Jeffrey William Adams of Trinity; a half sister, Arlene Stanley of Washington; a step sister, Melinda Morgan of Randleman; two nephews, Benjamin Adams and Marcus Vaughn; and a niece, Trina Adams. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday in the chapel of the Cumby Family Funeral Service in Archdale with Rev. David Younger officiating. Interment will follow in Floral Garden Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:008:00 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and other times at 3841 Level Plains Rd. Sophia NC 27350. Memorials may be made to the Randolph County Humane Society, P.O. Box 4384 Asheboro NC 27204. On-line condolences may be made through www. cumbyfuneral.com. Arrangements by Cumby Family Funeral Service in Archdale.

Jessie McConkey Cornette COLFAX – Jessie McConkey Cornette, previously of 3614 Fairlane Street, High Point, and for the last two years residing at River Landing at Sandy Ridge, Colfax, went to be with her Savior and Lord on April 25, 2010 She was born in Winchester, TN on March 31, 1925 to Charlie McConkey and Addie Sholey McConkey. The family relocated to High Point, NC in 1937. She graduated from High Point High School and Jones Business College. Her early career began at Glenn High School and Guilford Technical Community College. She retired from March Furniture Company after twenty three years of service. Jessie was preceded in death by her husband, D. Hulon Cornette, on February 24, 2009 and their son, Thomas Larry Cornette on August 16, 2005. Also preceding her in death are her parents and two brothers, Otis L. McConkey, Charles L. McConkey and Charles’ wife and her beloved sister in law, Mary Lou Dillon McConkey, granddaughter Christy Lynn Cornette (daughter of Thomas Larry Cornette and Ronda Burge Cornette) on September 3, 1971 She is survived by her son, Michael Hulon Cornette and wife Linda Duane Cornette of Jamestown, NC, four grandsons, Reverend Jeffery Thomas Cornette and wife Laurie of Maiden, Michael Kevin Cornette and wife Trish of Thomasville, Reverend Christopher Shane Cornette and wife Devyn of Venice, FL, Timothy Gene Cornette and wife Rachel of Chesapeake, VA. and two granddaughters, Michelle Cornette Moorefield and husband Matt of Madison, Meredith Cornette Confer and husband Michael of High Point, nine great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a niece, Karen McConkey Russo and husband Charles of Fernandina, FL, nephew Charles (Chuck) McConkey and wife Keeley of Denton, NC, three great-nephews, a daughter-in-law, Ronda Burge Cornette and sister-in-law Elizabeth Walton McConkey. Jessie was a member of Oakview United Methodist Church for forty-two years and a member, in her youth of Green Street Baptist Church. She taught Sunday school in

the Aldergate Class for twelve years and served with dedication on numerous committees, taking on leadership roles for Oakview United Methodist Church. These committees included: Nurture, PreSchool Board, Outreach, Administrative Board and the United Methodist Women. She participated, with passion, in the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Post 619, serving as president, Chairman of the Youth Committee and Vice President. She served as a Den Mother of Cub Scout Troop 55, Boy Scouts of America, at the First United Methodist Church of High Point. Her many hobbies involved making crafts and gifts for others. She loved being surrounded by her family, opening her home up to family and friends and to anyone in need. Her gift of hospitality, encouragement and serving of others was evident throughout her life. She was known for that famous “banana pudding” she delivered to family and friends during times of sickness or to show encouragement during times of difficulty. Funeral Services for Jessie M. Cornette will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday in the chapel of Cumby Family Funeral Service, High Point. Interment will follow in Floral Garden Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 7:00 until 8:30 p.m. in the Life Tribute Center of Cumby Family Funeral Service, High Point. The family would like to offer a special thank you to Hospice of the Piedmont, the management and staff of River Landing at Sandy Ridge, numerous family members, the Friendly Hills PCA pastoral staff, elders, deacons, Merriam Small Group and members during Jessie’s extended illness. They would also like to thank Dr. Nelson Pollock and Dr. Robert Folk for their compassion and care. The family requests that memorials be given to Hospice of the Piedmont, 1801 Westchester Drive, High Point, NC 27262 or the River Landing at Sandy Ridge Foundation, 1575 John Knox Drive, Colfax, NC 27365. Online condolences may be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com Arrangements by Cumby Family Funeral Service in High Point.

GREENSBORO – Mr. James Earl Snider, 79, of Greensboro, departed from this life on Monday April 26, 2010, at Wesley Long Hospital. A graveside service will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday April 28, 2010, at Guilford Memorial Park Cemetery, in Greensboro. Born in Rowan County, to the late Grover and Elma Snider, Mr. Snider was of the Lutheran faith. He served in the United States Navy on the USS Cunningham, during the Korean War and retired from the North Carolina Highway Patrol Maintenance Division. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Sharon Talbert Snider and a great granddaughter, Morgan. Those left to cherish his memory include his daughter, Kathy Snider Fields and husband Ken of Archdale; son, Mike Snider and wife Trina of High Point; brother, Gene Snider and wife Mary of Welcome; grandchildren, Robert Snider and wife Alison of Colfax, Heather F. Creasey and husband Donny of Archdale, and step-grandson, Chad Fields of Greensboro; and two great-grandchildren, Michael and Robert Snider. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care at Greensboro 2500 Summit Ave., Greensboro, NC, The American Lung Association 3409 W. Wendover Ave., Greensboro, NC 27407-1579, or to the charity of one’s choice. Hanes-Lineberry Sedgefield Chapel has the honor of assisting the Snider family. Online condolences may be made at www.haneslineberryfuneralhomes. com.

Margaret “Evon” Everhardt LEXINGTON – Margaret Yvonne “Evon” Byerly Everhardt, 68, died April 25, 2010, at Hinkle Hospice House. Funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Davidson Funeral Home, Lexington. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Wilton “Bill” Furgurson HIGH POINT –Wilton Gray “Bill” Furgurson died April 19,2010, at his home of cancer. At his request no services will be held. Mr. Furgurson requested to be cremated and his ashes placed in a location of his choice. Mr. Furgurson was born May 31, 1926 in High Point, NC.. He graduated from High Point Central High School and served in the Korean War and WWII. He was preceded by his wife Peggy Pruitt Furgurson. His family wrote “Bill loved fishing and boating. He also enjoyed meeting and sharing life stories with everyone he met. He always told a good story and was a gentle man.” He will be missed greatly by his family and everyone who knew him. Mr. Furgurson is survived by his daughters Peggy Gray Furgurson, Kathryn Furgurson Valone, son in law, Carl Frederick Valone and two grandchildren. Donations may be sent to Hospice of High Point or The Salvation Army.

The writer’s son David said his father had died at London’s Charing Cross hospital, but gave no other details. Albert Finney starred in the adaptation of “Saturday Night And Sunday Morning,” as a disillusioned young factory worker. In the “The Loneliness Of The Long Distance Runner,” Tom Courtenay portrayed a young delinquent whose athletic prowess is seized upon by authorities as proof of their ability to rehabilitate troubled youths. “He put somehow for-

gotten places at centerstage,” British poet Ian MacMillan told the BBC. Recalling his own modest upbringing in Nottingham, central England, Sillitoe once recalled the smells of “leaking gas, stale fat, and layers of moldering wallpaper.” In 2008, the author was bestowed with the freedom of Nottingham – an ancient ceremonial honor that allows recipients to drove sheep through the center of the city. He was forced to withdraw due to illness.

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Linda Allen HIGH POINT – Ms. Linda Faye Allen, 55, died April 26, 2010, at High Point Regional Hospital. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Phillips Funeral Service, High Point.

British author Alan Sillitoe dies at 82 LONDON (AP) – British writer Alan Sillitoe, whose “Saturday Night And Sunday Morning,” and “The Loneliness Of The Long Distance Runner” chronicled the bleak postwar realities of the country’s poor, died Sunday. He was 82. Sillitoe, a leading member of the 1950s group of so-called angry young men of British fiction, was acclaimed for his uncompromising social criticism and depiction of domestic tensions – often dubbed kitchen sink dramas.

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Police arrest Joseph McVey (left), charging him with going armed in terror of the public, a misdemeanor, in Asheville after authorities spotted him with a gun in a parking lot as Air Force One, with President Barack Obama aboard, was departing.

Friends say armed man arrested in NC was no threat to Obama ASHEVILLE (AP) – An Ohio man who authorities say was carrying a gun and driving a car loaded with law enforcement equipment when he said he wanted to see the president is a “public-service-minded� ham-radio, weather and police buff, acquaintances said Monday. Joseph Sean McVey, who was spotted by police in an Asheville Regional Airport parking lot Sunday just after Air Force One departed, had a note in his car with formulas used for firing a rifle with a scope, authorities said. McVey did not have a rifle with him, but the arrest was merited to ensure McVey was not a threat, said Jeff Augram, the airport’s public safety chief. Knowing McVey’s interests as a radio buff, weather enthusiast and sheriff’s volunteer helped explain many of the items found in his car, Augram said. “In a post-9/11 culture, we have to

take a pro-active posture,� Augram said. Acquaintances from his hometown of Coshocton, Ohio, suggested the whole episode may just be a misunderstanding involving a sometimes overly enthusiastic 23-year-old. McVey, whose mother lives in Asheville, was being held under a $100,000 secured bond for the misdemeanor charge of going armed in terror of the public. If he posts bail, McVey would be released. The investigation was continuing, but Secret Service spokesman Malcolm Wiley said he did not believe there was a federal agency that wanted him held. On Monday, he wore a white jail jumpsuit, appeared calm and spoke in a steady voice for a court hearing via video conference. McVey faces up to 120 days in jail if convicted of the misdemeanor, District Judge Patricia Young said. She told him an attorney had agreed to represent him.

For about two years, McVey has been a member of a volunteer organization that assists the sheriff’s department with traffic control at emergency scenes, said Tim Wise, president of Coshocton County Radio Emergency Association Citizen Team. Wise said he was inclined to believe McVey’s arrest resulted from a misunderstanding. He was unaware McVey had a gun, but said he did not believe McVey would ever want to harm the president. McVey’s car was equipped with police gear, including a siren box, a mounted digital camera and LED law enforcement-style strobe lights in the front and rear dash. “He’s kind of a go-getter, and I know we had to kind of clip his wings a couple times and tell him he needed to watch what he was doing out there and slow down a little bit,� Wise said. McVey’s next court date is June 10.

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ear Abby: Regarding “Ruminating in Rio Rancho� (Feb. 19), whose wife has an issue with his eating style, I too am a “serial eater,� and I have taken a fair amount of kidding and abuse over it. However, the tactic of claiming it is poor etiquette to shame the eater is a new one to me. In my experience, people react to serial eating because it is unusual. I can’t explain why I do it, just as I can’t understand why other people feel they must rotate their bites. I just know it works for me, and their method seems as odd to me as mine does to them. I recall this subject was mentioned years ago in your mother’s column. The writer said as a boy he was teased for eating this way, but an uncle of his had a different take. The uncle said that he had the capacity to become a great success because he did one thing at a time, and finished what he started before moving on. So, to “Ruminating,� what I advise is: Use your silverware, chew with your mouth closed, and compliment the chef. Tell her/him that each dish is so good that you don’t want to dilute the taste, which would hamper your enjoyment. – Finishing What I Start in Raleigh, N.C. Dear Finishing: My readers agree unanimously that a person’s eating habits are a matter of personal choice and “Ruminating’s� wife should resist the urge

to be such a control freak. Read on: Dear Abby: Eating one ADVICE portion at a time is not Dear uncommon. Abby During ■■■a homecooked meal in Thailand, I made the mistake of taking a little from each platter and eating a bit of each one in rotation. My host informed me that in his country one takes a serving from one platter, eats it, and then takes another serving from another, etc. There is no universal standard for proper etiquette. Customs vary from family to family and country to country. To establish their family “standards,� the couple should discuss and do what they decide. At any meal, I follow my host’s lead and then I am always correct. – Polite In Any Company, Dwayne Ozewalla, Ph.D. Dear Abby: It is actually proper to rotate selections of food on your dinner plate. A good chef plans meals so that the taste of each selection complements the other, and the polite diner acknowledges each one. It’s the second-best “gratuity� a chef can receive. Those who formed the habit of eating one item at a time were introduced to this style of eating by their mothers – who opened one jar of baby food, fed their infant from that, then closed the jar and fed them from the

next jar. – Keith From Houston Dear Abby: “Ruminating� eats the way some dietitians recommend: protein first, vegetables second, starch last. That’s the healthiest way to eat, especially if you are trying to watch what you eat. – Dana From Katy, Texas Dear Abby: Do as I do, and take your eating to the next level. Instead of just consuming every item completely before moving to the next, try eating alphabetically ... mashed potatoes, meatloaf, then your peas. – Organized in Utah Dear Abby: My husband eats his leastfavorite thing first and ends with his favorite. This was incorporated as a young boy to make sure he cleaned his plate. I suggested as an option that he eat his favorite first and then, when he gets full, he will stop eating, instead of always cleaning his plate. He has lost a few pounds in the process. – Wife Of Husband From The Clean Plate Club Dear Abby: Does “Ruminating� know he shares the same style of eating as Albert Einstein? This natural habit is a sign of genius. – Shirley in Brookfield, Wis. DEAR ABBY is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Write Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

The Knightdale man accused of murdering a man at his home made the 911 call to tell police he had shot someone, according to search warrants released today. Curtis Ray Lee, 24, of 4613 Hidden Hollow Lane, is in the Wake County Jail facing one count of murder in the April 20 shooting. The victim was identified as James Anthony Williams, 21, of 2727 Conifer Drive, Raleigh. Williams was transported to WakeMed, where he died. Wake County sheriff’s deputies were summoned to the home at

Hidden Hollow Lane in response to a 9:31 p.m. 911 call, the search warrants said. The call came “from a person there who advised he had just shot someone else during some sort of altercation, then placed the firearm in a location in the house,� search warrants state. Deputies found a man in a vehicle with an apparent gunshot wound to the torso, warrants said. Residents say the neighborhood of small homes and wooded lots in a rural area south of Knightdale doesn’t have much crime beyond the occasional break-in. Lee lived with his mother, Anne P. Lee, who bought the home in 2006.

Spring Lake officials aim to improve image MCCALTCHY-TRIBUNE NEW SERVICE

SPRING LAKE – Anyone who has spent time driving through Spring Lake has seen the dilapidated houses scattered through town. They are older homes in disrepair. Some need a new paint job, windows or siding. Others need complete renovations, or are in such a state the only real option is demolition. But Spring Lake officials are taking steps to address these eyesores. “If you ever ride around Spring Lake you can see we have a lot of blight,� Alderman Richard Higgins said. “It does give Spring Lake a bad image.� The city’s Board of Al-

dermen is considering two new ordinances leaders say will also go a long way toward improving the town’s image. The first is an unsafe building code that will allow town officials to regulate properties deemed unsafe to the public. The second is an abandoned structures ordinance aimed at forcing owners to repair their property. If they don’t, the buildings could be demolished and the costs levied through a lien on the property. Town Manager Michael Uskiewicz said blight was one of the top issues aldermen discussed when he interviewed for his job. He said the ordinances are all tools the town can use to take care of eyesores.

Suspect in slaying of 2 cops seeks to delay trial MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE

Demeatrius Montgomery is again asking to be declared incompetent to stand trial for the 2007 murders of two Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officers. Superior Court Judge Albert Diaz last September rejected Montgomery’s first attempt to be declared incompetent. The death penalty trial

is set for July. Montgomery is charged with two counts of first-degree murder in connection with the slayings of Officers Sean Clark, 34, and Jeff Shelton, 35, who were both shot in the head as they stood outside the Timber Ridge apartments while responding to a domestic dispute. Montgomery’s lawyers also are asking that the state be prohibited from

seeking the death penalty against Montgomery, 28. And they’ve asked that Montgomery’s trial be delayed so they can collect information from the state in hopes of demonstrating that race is a significant factor in seeking and imposing the death penalty in North Carolina. A hearing on the defense motions is schedule for Thursday.

Judge: Kennel owner must pay bond or lose animals MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE

GREENSBORO – The owner of a Pleasant Garden kennel at the center of an animal cruelty investigation was ordered by a judge to pay a $50,400 bond this week or surrender ownership of her seized animals. The bond was imposed on Sheila Savage, owner of Rush Kennel in Pleasant Garden, where authorities seized 97 dogs earlier this month. District Court Judge Angela Foster imposed the bond Monday morning at the request of the county. County attorney Mark Payne said Savage has five days to pay the bond or surrender the animals. Savage said she needed to discuss the matter with her attorney before deciding whether to pay.

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Westchester inducts 16 into National Honor Society Sixteen students at Westchester Country Day School were inducted into the school’s chapter of the National Honor Society on April 15. They are (front row, from left) Caroline Muir, Jessi Stockinger, Alex Simpson, Katie Rice, Rachel Nulty, Molly Harris, Carson Thorn, Sarah Lindner; (back row, from left) An-

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Army Sgt. Amanda M. Hayden graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. She is the daughter of Wayne and Ann Hayden of Asheboro and a 2004 graduate of Southwestern Randolph High School. She received a bachelor’s degree in 2008 from East Carolina University. Army Pvt. Anthony G. Holbert graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. He is the son of Crystal Williamson of High Point and Tony Holbert of Greensboro, and he is a 2009 graduate of Northwest Guilford High School, Greensboro.

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C-reactive protein is a blood test that detects inflammation. Infections and illnesses like rheumatoid arthritis can raise it. It doesn’t point to any specific illness; it says only that the body has a site of inflammation. That’s the old test. You’re talking about the new C-reactive protein test, hs-C-reactive protein. The “hs” stands for “high sensitivity.” It’s a new variation of the old test, and it’s used for diagnosis of heart artery inflammation. Inflammation of artery lining leads to the buildup of plaque – a mound of cholesterol, fat and other substances that clings to the artery wall and obstructs blood flow through it. The results of this test add to a person’s likelihood of having a heart attack or a stroke. Your value of 3.5 is slightly elevated. The normal hs-C-reactive protein should be less than 3, and some would set the upper limit at 2. This information has to be taken in light of all the other information that predicts the possibility of a heart attack or stroke – things like total cholesterol, high LDL

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symptom of restless leg syndrome. The sensation forces a person to get up and walk around to get rid of it. I wish I could tell you the cause. For a few, it’s iron deficiency and iron-deficiency anemia. Or it might represent nerve damage. For most, a cause cannot be found. One thing that can limit the severity and frequency of restless leg attacks is to decrease the amount of caffeine drunk. Thirty minutes of daily exercise is another, and walking fits the bill. If medicines are needed, Mirapex and Requip might be helpful. They are Parkinson’s disease medicines.

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I don’t know of any food that rids a person of allergies. Some foods cause an allergy, but that’s a story for another day. Have you seen an allergist? Desensitization might help you. Reactine is the Canadian brand name for cetirizine, an antihistamine. In the United States, the brand name of that drug is Zyrtec.

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Dear Dr. Donohue: I have had an allergy problem for many years that seems to be due to dust. It causes me to sneeze and have a runny nose. When I take one tablet of Reactine, it helps me a lot. I would like to know if there are any foods I can eat to get rid of my allergy. – B.T.

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In this April 5 file photo, Canadian pop star Justin Bieber performs at the annual White House Easter Egg Roll in Washington, hosted by President Barack Obama. Thousands of frenzied teenagers created a crowd crush in Sydney Harbour, Australia, Monday, sending at least eight girls to the hospital. couldn’t have foreseen this scale,� said Grant Denyer, the weather presenter for Network Seven’s Sunrise program, which was planning to broadcast the open-air concert.

Police said the station was well prepared, but that the frenzy of 5,000 fans got out of control. “They wouldn’t listen to our directions, so hence they left us with no op-

tion,� Deputy Commissioner Dave Owens told reporters, adding it was a concern that so many youngsters were out at night without their parents.

Gosselin kids allowed to appear on mom’s new show HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) – Kate’s eight are free to appear on their mom’s upcoming reality show. A spokesman for the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry says producers have obtained child-labor permits for Kate Gosselin’s twins and sextuplets to appear with their mother on a series of TLC specials, “Kate Plus 8.� Troy Thompson said Monday that the permits are good for six months, then must be renewed. Pennsylvania regula-

GENEVA (AP) – Swiss authorities indicated further delays Monday on a decision to extradite Roman Polanski, as they began studying last week’s California court ruling to deny the director sentencing in absentia. Justice Ministry spokesman Folco Galli confirmed that Switzerland received an official copy of the ruling that was seen as a crucial loss in Polanski’s battle to avoid being returned to Los Angeles for having sex in 1977 with a 13year-old girl. Swiss officials have been waiting for clarity from the United States about whether the 76year-old filmmaker needs to appear before a U.S. court to be sentenced. While that question appeared largely solved, barring a reversal from California’s Supreme Court, Galli dampened expectations of an imminent decision

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IGH POINT – It may not be Churchill Downs, but the Briles House will welcome hundreds of Kentucky Derby spectators Saturday, when the Junior League of High Point hosts its second annual Kentucky Derby Party. The party, a fundraiser for the Junior League, will be from 4 to 7:30 p.m. at the Briles House, the site of the Junior League offices. “It’s turned into a successful fundraiser,” says Beth Earnst, one of the event’s organizers. “It’s a social event and a real fun afternoon, but it’s also raising funds for our programs, and we get good response. We raised approximately $8,500 last year.” This year’s goal is $10,000, according to Julie Andrews, who chairs the 2010 event. “It’ll be a lot of fun,” Andrews says. “You get to get all dressed up and wear your derby hats. We’re gonna have a hat contest, where the girls will parade around wearing their hats, and they’ll be judged on creativity and

A book sale benefiting Kids of Childhood Cancer will be held Sunday, from 1 to 5 p.m., in the parking lot of The Paperback Exchange, 216 N. Cherry St., Kernersville. Softbacks will sell for 50 cents and hardbacks for $1, and all proceeds will go to Kids of Childhood Cancer, which raises money to support the families of children in the pediatric oncology ward at Brenner Children’s Hospital in Winston-Salem. The organization provides financial help for medical bills and insurance, as well as food vouchers, gas cards, clothes, toys and parking vouchers, among other needs that may arise. Starbucks has donated coffee for the book sale. For more information, contact Sarah at (336) 337-9792.

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The Junior League of High Point’s second annual Kentucky Derby Party will be held Saturday, from 4 to 7:30 p.m., at the Junior League headquarters, located at the Briles House, 1103 N. Main St. Tickets are $25 apiece and are available at the Junior League office between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. weekdays, and at Harrison’s Restaurant, Simon Jewelers and High Point Jewelers. They can also be purchased from any Junior League member. For more information, call the Junior League office at 8895479. originality, and how well the hat goes with their outfit. We’ll also have a ‘Pick the Winner’ contest.”

In addition to light hors d’oeuvres, beverages and traditional Kentucky Derby fare such as mint juleps, there will be live music provided by Joey Whitaker, as well as a silent auction to raise additional funds for Junior League programs. The party will culminate with the watching of the Derby – traditionally billed as “the most exciting two minutes in sports” – on several big-screen televisions. According to Andrews, guests will be able to bid on more than 50 items in the silent auction. Some of the highlights include: • More than 10 hours of design consulting time – a $1,000 value – with an architect and designer from Interlandi and Associates of Kernersville. • A Slane necklace from Simon Jewelers, valued at $341. • Several getaway packages, including a trip to Asheville’s Grove Park Inn, the same

swanky resort President and Mrs. Obama visited this past weekend. • A day and dinner for two at Biltmore Estate, also in Asheville. • A one-night stay and dinner for two at the J.H. Adams Inn in High Point. • Bed-and-breakfast packages. • Spa packages. • Tickets to sporting events. Tickets to the Kentucky Derby Party are $25 apiece, and all proceeds will go to the Junior League for its numerous community projects, including Kids in the Kitchen, the historic preservation of the Briles House, and the organization’s signature project, the Children’s Learning Center, which will be opened to the community next month. For more information, call the Junior League office at 889-5479. jtomlin@hpe.com | 888-3579

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REENSBORO – In conjunction with National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day, the Children’s Mental Health Community Collaborative will host the third annual Children’s Mental Health Community Resource Fair on May 7, from 1 to 6 p.m., at the Guilford County Department of Social Services, 1203 Maple St., Greensboro. Admission is free. The resource fair is open to parents, guardians, other caregivers, child-care workers, teachers and community members who want to know more about

children’s mental health issues. The fair will include exhibits by local service providers and community resource agencies, as well as the following panel discussions by child mental health experts: • “Cyberbullying and Sexting,” 1-2 p.m.: Andria Shipp from Alamance County Schools and Detective C.L. Overcash with the Guilford County Sheriff’s Department will talk about the stresses and mental anguish associated with social networking on the Internet. • “Navigating Child Serving Systems,” 3-4 p.m.: Sarah Glanville from the Guilford Center

will explain current changes to the mental health system in North Carolina. Tonya Thompson and Susan Toney will share their expertise as parents and caregivers on working with Guilford County’s child serving systems for the best results. • “Suicide Risk Factors and Prevention,” 4-5 p.m.: A panel of local experts will address suicide prevention. The panel includes Guilford Center child psychiatrist Dr. Michael Clark; Annie Hodgkiss from the Department of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention; Karen Roberts from the Department of Public Health; and Sherri Toney

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from the Department of Social Services. Light refreshments and activities for children will be provided, including a book reading and craft session with Beth Almy, local author and educational resource coordinator at Greensboro’s Natural Science Center. The Children’s Mental Health Community Collaborative is an advisory committee to the Guilford Center. It focuses on identifying barriers and gaps in service for children up to 18 years old with mental health issues. For more information about the resource fair, contact Lisa Salo at (336) 389-6091.

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1,000 sq. ft retail space near new 85. Reasonable rent & terms. Phone day or night 336-625-6076.

2BR Apt Archdale, $450 month plus deposit. No Pets. Call 336-431-5222

12,000 SF Warehouse Loading Docks & Parking. $1290/mo. Call 887-3173 ext230

714-A Verta Ave. Archdale 1BR/1BA Stove, refrig., w/d conn. $350/mo. + dep. Call 474-0058

1400 Sqft, Former Tanning & Beauty Salon. 160 Lake Rd, Tville. Many Possibilities. Call 336-4081304 for info

It;s all in here today!! The Classifieds APARTMENTS & HOUSES FOR RENT. (336)884-1603 for info. Hurry! Going Fast. No Security Deposit (336)869-6011

2800 sf Wrhs $650 10,000 sqft $1600 T-ville 336-362-2119 70,000 ft. former Braxton Culler bldg. Well located. Reasonable rent. Call day or night. 336-6256076

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Commercial Property

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168 SF Office $250 600 SF Wrhs $200 T-ville 336-561-6631 Almost new 10,000 sq ft bldg on Baker Road, plenty of parking. Call day or night 336-625-6076 Medi cal Off/ Retail/ Showroom/Manufac. 1200 sqft. $425/mo. 431-7716 Office 615 W English 4300 sf. Industrial 641 McWay Dr, 2500 sf. Fowler & Fowler 883-1333

OFFICE SPACES Looking to increase or decrease your office size. Large & Small Office spaces. N High Point. All amenities included & Conference Room, Convenient to the Airport.

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Condos/ Townhouses

2BR/2BA, TH, LR, Kitchen, Dinette, Fox Croft Townhomes. $750/mo. No Pets. Call 336-472-9225

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Furnished Luxury 3br Townhome, w/ 2 car ga rage, an d Courtyard, Orchard Knob, $1250. per mo. Call 252-725-5375 Ads that work!!

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Homes Unfurnished

1 Bedroom 217 Lindsay St ................ $400 2 Bedrooms 709-B Chestnut St.......... $350 711-B Chestnut St ........... $375 316 Friendly Ave ............. $375 713-A Scientific St........... $395 1140 Montlieu Ave .......... $400 2301 Delaware Pl............ $400 318 Monroe Pl ................ $400 309 Windley St. .............. $425 306 Friendly Ave.............$465 203 Brinkley Pl................$500 1704-E N Hamilton ......... $550 5928 G. Friendly Ave............$700

205 Nighthawk Pl ........... $895 5056 Bartholomew’s.... $900

3 Bedrooms 201 Murray St ................. $375 704 E. Kearns St ............ $450 500 Woodrow Ave ......... $500 1033 Foust St. ................ $500 105 Bellevue Dr. ............. $575 302 Ridgecrest .............. $575 1814-A Guyer St ...$700 3503 Morris Farm.......$1050

1200 Wynnewood .........$1400 Call About Rent Specials Fowler & Fowler 883-1333 www.fowler-fowler.com

206 W. Bellevue Dr. N. High Point. 2BR/1BA, $575/mo + $575 dep. 869-2781 211 Friendly 2br 1236 Doris 2br 414 Smith 2br 314-B Ennis 2br 118 Dorothy 2br

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885-6149 2BR/1BA House, Tville City Limits, 815 Virginia Ave, $475 mo + $475 dep. Call 336408-1304 2BR Central Air, carpet, blinds, appls., No pets. 883-4611 LM

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302 Lawndale-2br 306 Woodberry-2br 883-9602

Want... Need.... Can not Live Without? The Classifieds 3 BEDROOMS 603 Denny...................... $750 1014 Grace ..................... $575 281 Dorothy.................... $550 116 Dorothy .................... $550 1414 Madison ................. $525 5437 Uwharrie................ $525 1439 Madison................. $495 5496 Uwharrie #2 .......... $475 920 Forest ..................... $450 326 Pickett..................... $450 1217 Cecil ....................... $425 4846 Pike ....................... $400 1728 Brooks ................... $395 1317 Franklin ................... $375 2 BEDROOMS 2847 Mossy Mdow ........ $850 1100 Westbrook.............. $650 3911 D Archdale.............. $600 208 Liberty ..................... $550 110 Terrace Trace........... $525 285 Dorothy ................... $500 532 Roy ......................... $495 1806 Welborn ................. $495 8798 US 311 #2............... $495 1765 Tabernacle............. $475 3612 Eastward ............... $465 302 Avery....................... $450 5653 Albertson .............. $450 330 Hodgin .................... $450 410 Friddle...................... $435 215-B W. Colonial........... $400 600 WIllowbar ................ $400 1035 B Pegram .............. $395 311-F Kendall .................. $395 304-A Kersey................. $395 108 F Thomas ................ $375 1418 Johnson ................. $375 1429 E Commerce ......... $375 517 Lawndale ................. $375 415 B White Oak............. $350 502 Lake ........................ $350 802 Barbee .................... $350 606 Wesley.................... $325 913 Howard.................... $300 1223 B Franklin............... $295 1730 B Brooks ................ $295 1 BEDROOMS 1307 B Furlough ............. $350 313 B Kersey .................. $340 205 A Taylor................... $285 1007 A Park .................... $250

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3 B R / 1 B A , 3 3 3 Walker St, T-ville. $550 mo & $550 dep. Call 472-2061 It;s all in here today!! The Classifieds 3BR/2BA, 2100sqft. Pilot School Area. No Pets. $750/mo + dep. Call 336-408-1304

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Homes Unfurnished

4 BEDROOMS 112 White Oak.........$1195 622 Dogwood ........ $895 507 Prospect ......... $500

813 Magnolia .......... $595 726 Bridges.............$575 1135 Tabor...............$575 2415 Williams ......... $550 1020 South ............. $550 2208-A Gable way .. $550

601 Willoubar.......... $525 324 Louise ............. $525 1016 Grant .............. $525 919 Old Winston ..... $525 1505 Franklin .......... $500 2219 N. Centennial.. $495 609 Radford ........... $495 127 Pinecrest...........$475

1606 Larkin............. $450 502 Everett ............ $450 328 Walker............. $425 322 Walker............. $425 914 Putnam............ $399

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3BR Mobile Home. Hasty area. $475 mo + deposit. Call 336841-8071 Clean 2br, 1ba, central ac, water incl, NO Pets $200 dep. $100. wkly, 472-8275

601-B Everett ..........$375 2306-A Little ...........$375 501 Richardson .......$375

Mowing & Trimming. Archdale, Trinity & Sophia. Reasonable Rates. Call 861-1803

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Nice Plot section T in Floral Garden Cemetery. $2500. 882-9132

A Better Room 4U HP within walking distance of stores, buses. 886-3210/ 883-2996 It;s all in here today!! The Classifieds AFFORDABLE rooms for rent. Call 491-2997

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LOW Weekly Rates a/c, phone, HBO, eff. Travel Inn Express, HP 883-6101 no sec. dep.

Nice Room for rent, private residents, central a/c, heat, cable. 847-5780

Room for rent $125 weekly, Utilities included, Call 8829624

1 BEDROOM 1123-C Adams ........ $450 1107-B Robin Hood........ $425 1107-C Robin Hood . $425

620-A Scientific .......$375 508 Jeanette...........$375 1119-A English......... $350 910 Proctor............. $325 305 E. Guilford ........$275 309-B Chestnut ......$275 502-B Coltrane .......$270 1228 Tank............... $250 1317-A Tipton.......... $235 CONRAD REALTORS 512 N. Hamilton 885-4111 AVAILABLE RENTALS SEE OUR AD ON SUN, MON, WED & FRIDAY FOR OUR COMPLETE HOUSING INVENTORY

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Manufactured Houses

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8 9 Oakwoo d 14x70, 3BR/2BA. GC. In Park In Trinity. $5000. Call 336-215-1918

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Pets

Boston Terrier Pups, Males & Females. $300 each. Call 336289-3658 Where Buyers & Sellers Meet

The Classifieds Chocolate Lab Puppies, 6F, 3M, up to date on shots, $250. Call 336-870-0654

Child Care

Vacation

N. Myrtle Beach, Shore Dr area. 2 BR, 2 BA. Ocean view condo. Weeks ava. 336-476-8662

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FSBO in T-ville, finished basement, 3 B R , 2 1⁄ 2 B A , 2 1 0 5 Priya St. 870-1401

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3 Prom Gowns, size 14-16, $30. each, Call if interested for 4345842

1.3 ac. 2400 sf. house $89,900. David. Cty. brokr-ownr 4752600

Private extra nice. Quiet. No alochol/drugs 108 Oakwood 887-2147

Sears Kenmore Side by Side Refrigerator. $350. Call 336-4047453 after 5pm.

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A-1 ROOMS. Clean, close to stores, buses, A/C. No deposit. 803-1970.

Appliances

For Sale Kawaski 4000W Generator, 2 years old, great condition, $400. Firm. Call Steve 491-1729

Whirlpool Gas Dryer, $125. Call 336-404-7453 after 5pm.

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Where Buyers & Sellers Meet

Rooms for rent on North end of HP. Furnished. Call 336-995-8504

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SAM KINCAID PAINTING FREE ESTIMATES CALL 472-2203

30,000 sq ft warehouse, loading docks, plenty of parking. Call dy or night 336-625-6076

Rooms, $100- up. No Alcohol or Drugs. Incld Util.. 887-2033

Walking dist.HPU rooming hse. Util.,cent. H/A, priv. $90-up. 989-3025.

Painting Papering

Commercial Property

1635-A W. Rotary ....... $350

1227 Redding...............$350 305 Barker...................$350 406 Kennedy...............$350 311-B Chestnut............$350 1516-B Oneka..............$350 309-B Griffin ................$335 1206 Adams ................$325 4703 Alford ..................$325 313-B Barker ...............$300 1116-B Grace ...............$295 1517 Olivia.....................$280 1515 Olivia.....................$280

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Lawn Care

C & C Lawn Care. Mow, trim, aerate, fert., etc. Res & comm. 434-6924

2 Plots Floral Garden Cemetery, section W, $4000. Call 336-9631063/ 336-964-1522

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609-A Memorial Pk ..$375

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Mobile Homes & Lots Auman Mobile Home Pk 3910 N. Main 883-3910

Rooms

Computer Repair

SCOOTERS Computers. We fix any problem. Low prices. 476-2042

Mobile Homes/Spaces

2640 2D Ingleside $695

1048 Oakview......... $650 213 W. State........... $550 503 Monnell ........... $550 101 #6 Oxford Pl ..... $535 1540 Beaucrest ...... $525 1501 Franklin........... $500 1420 Madison......... $500 204 Prospect ......... $500 920 Westbrook ...... $495 1101 Pegram ........... $450 215 Friendly ............ $450 1198 Day................. $450 1707 W. Rotary ....... $450 111 Chestnut ........... $450 1101 Blain ................ $450 700-B Chandler...... $425 12 June................... $425 205-A Tyson Ct...... $425 1501-B Carolina ...... $425 800 Newell ..............$475 1100 Wayside ......... $400 324 Walker............. $400 713-B Chandler ...... $399 622-B Hendrix........ $395 204 Hoskins ........... $395 2903-A Esco .......... $395 1043-B Pegram ...... $395 1704 Whitehall ........ $385

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T-ville 2BR/1BA, Cent H/A. Bsmnt. Ref’s, No Pets. Sec Dep. $550/mo 431-5383

3 BEDROOMS 2457 Ingleside........$1100 1470 Somerset ...... $1000 1000 Ruskin............ $895 1312 Granada ......... $895 811 Forrest...............$795 944 St. Ann .............$795 3203 Waterford.......$795 222 Montlieu .......... $625 1700-F N.hamilton ... $625

Homes Unfurnished

Lab Pups, AKC hunting/sport/loving pet, Must See, Call 869-8782

Farm

02 7hp, Simplicity Rear Tine Garden Tiller, Used only 1 hr. EC. Pd $784, Sell $499. 434-1086 /905-3105 05 Bolen Riding Lawn Mo wer, EC. 15.5hp. 38“ cut, Used Very little. Pd $1000, Selling $499. 434-1086

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BERNIE’S BERRIES & PRODUCE You Pick We Pick. 5421 Groomtown Rd, 852-1594 Mon-Sat 7am-7pm

7210 Now Enrolli ng Child Care. $100 wkly flat rate, All ages. Multi Kid Discnt. 431-2383

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for only 300 for 25 words. For details, call Enterprise classified, 888-3555

Small White Reg. Pek A Poo’s, $350 F Yorkie $600, Shots. 476-9591 Yorkie-Chihuahua Female Pup. Adorable! Ready to go. Mom on Site. $225. Call 336847-1541 Yor kshire T er. Male Pup. AKC, Fantastic, Adorable, No Shedding. $400 Cash. Call 336-431-9848

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Free to good home beautiful cream colored cat, needs good home immediately. Call 472-2745

600 N. Main 882-8165 4BR/ 2BA, carpet & hrdwds, stove, blinds $750., HP 869-8668

Free to good home. Beautiful Cream colored Cat. Needs home immediately. Call 336-472-2745

Trinity, 3BR/2BA, C /AH, Hdw d. $675. Call 434-2004

Household Goods

A new mattress set T$99 F$109 Q$122 K$191. Can Del. 336-992-0025

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FISH-GRASS CARP to control vegetation, 4-6in Channel Catfish, beautiful Koi & Goldfish. 336-498-5417

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BUYING ANTIQUES. Old Furn, Glass, Old Toys & Old Stuff. 1pc or all. Buy estates big/small. W/S 817-1247/ 788-2428 BUYING ANTIQUES Collectibles, Coins, 239-7487 / 472-6910

Autos for Sale

01 Mercury Grand Marquis, 40K Extra Nice. $4400. 4316020 or 847-4635 04 Pontiac Grand Am, 44k, Exc Cond. $4400. Call 336-4316020 or 847-4635 06 BMW X5, V6, AWD, Prem. Pck, 58K, $22,900. Call 4727343 or 687-0184 88 Chevy Co rvette, Auto, VGC, 140k mi, $8,000 obo. Red int/Red ext. 472-5560 96 Ford Crown Vic. 56,000 actual miles, Nice, $2,600. Call 431-6020/847-4635

98 Avalon, New Paint, Tires and Brakes. Leather Seats. Runs Well. $2900. Call 8415558 before 9pm Need space in your garage?

Call The Classifieds 98 Lincoln Continental Mark VIII, 171k miles, VGC. Blk EXT & INT, loaded, $3995, obo. 336-906-3770 AT Quality Motors you can buy regardless. Good or bad credit. 475-2338 Cadilliac Sedan Deville, 01, wife’s car, looks new, loaded, $7995. 889-2692 / 906-4064 For Sale, 2000 Dodge Neon. PS, PB, AC, CD, SNRF. Call After 5pm 336-406-5445

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A Golden Opportunity Is Knocking

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FORD ’69. SELL OR TRADE. 429 eng., Needs restoring $1000/Firm. 431-8611 PLYMOUTH Concorde 1951. Sale or TradeNeeds restoring. $2100 firm. 431-8611

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Motorcycles

2 008 Kawasaki 900 Vulcan, Classic LT. Fully Dressed. Garage Kept, 6K mi. $5,500. Call 336-848-8036

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99 Kawasaki Vulcan w/Voyager conversion kit. 17,100 mi. Garage Kept, lots of extras. $5500 for bike, w/conversion kit or $3500 for bike only. 336-498-8829 98 Kawasaki Vulcan. 1500cc, 15k mi. Black. Lots of Chrome. $4800. 859-0689 EC

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Chev. 98 S-10 LS, 4cyl, 5spd, Extd Cab, AC, Cruise, Alloy Wh eels, Hi tch, Bed liner, 157K mi All records, VGC. $2900. 841-4947 94 Chevy Silverado Extd Cab, Step Side. VGC. Black exterior, Grey Leather Interior. All Power, Remote Entry, Tow Package. $6600. 847-6751

2002 Screaming Eagle, Road King. 6,000 miles. Lots of Extras. If interested call 336-475-9256. Serious Inquires Only 2007 Yamaha 650 VStar, Black w/ Red and Grey pinstrip, Saddle bags, 2700 miles, Never drop, garage kept, $4700. Call 475-3014- or 336-240-4101

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Recreation Vehicles Damon

motorhome. 2 slides, 2 ACs, 10k, loaded. 36ft. Very good cond., $52,000. Back-up camera. 431-9891

94’ Camper, new tires, water heater, & hookup. Good cond., sleeps 7, $6,400. Call 301-2789 2007 Flagstaff 27BH Superlight, Central Air, Bunks, Oven, Sleeps 8, EC. Asking $15,400. 689-6397 For Sale 1994 Jayco Camper with slide out, Very good cond. 336-687-0031

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’90 Winnebago Chiefton 29’ motor home. 73,500 miles, runs

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2001 Dodge Ram 1500, 5spd, 4x4, Quad Ca b w/ Rear Seat. 119k mi., EC, Extra Clean, $7,500. Call 336-905-3538 GMC Sonoma 01’, V6, Auto, Cold AC, New Shocks, Brakes, Tires. $3,500. EC 495-9636 / 301-6673 Trailer, Like New 5’ x 8’. New Tires All lights & wiring $475 incld Title. Call 336-905-7345 91 Wabash, 53 ft., Evan, swing doors, Etrack, Road ready, $4,500. Call 431-2501 Where Buyers & Sellers Meet

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Large Comm. Van, ’95 Dodge Van 2500, new motor & trans., 883-1849 $3000 neg

1990 Southwind Motorhome. 33ft, Full Body Paint. 454 C h e v y , J a c k s , Generator, $9250. Call 336-847-3719

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90 Chevy Astro Van, Auto, PW, PS, PL, Good Cond. $1,200. 689-6339/431-9274

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Cash 4 riding mower needing repair or free removal if unwanted & scrap metal 882-4354

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QUICK CASH PAID FOR JUNK CARS & TRUCKS. 434-1589.

Top cash paid for any junk vehicle. T&S Auto 882-7989

Showcase of Real Estate NEW LISTING

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164 Emily Ann Drive, N. Davidson County-FSBO Desirable Davidson County Schools, gorgeous, custom brick home built in 2005, 2,864 SF, quiet cul-de-sac,3BR,2.5BA,possible 4th BR in unfinished space, spacious modern open floor plan on one level, HW floors, bonus room over garage, custom kitchen w/granite countertops, maple cabinets, SS appliances, and beautiful tile floor, wonderful master suite with HUGE walk-in closet, tons of storage, too many extras to list here. See our ad at http://www.InfoTube.net/236019 for more details or call 336-201-3943. Shown by appointment only. $389,900.00

Lots starting at $34,900 Homes starting at $225,000 Special Financing at 4.75% (Certain Restrictions Apply)

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Builders personal home with many upgrades: hardwood floors, jetted tub, separate shower, beautiful granite counters, fabulous kitchen, 2 story family room AND DRAMATIC VIEWS!! Plus much, much more….

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3152 WINDCHASE COURT 3 BR 2 BA 1164 SF, New carpet & paint, New HVAC, GE Appliances. End Unit $96,900

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7741 Turnpike Road, Trinity, NC 1844/1846 Cedrow Dr. H.P. New construction, 3BR, 2Bath, city utility, heat pump, Appliances included $99,900.00

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*PRICE REDUCTION-POSSIBLE SELLER FINANCING! Quality built custom home on 40+ acres of beautiful woodlands & pastures. Many out buildings including a double hangar & official/recorded landing strip for your private airplane. Home features 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, sunroom, brick landscaped patio, hardwired sound system, 4 car carport, covered breezeway. You must see to fully appreciate this peaceful, private country estate -- Priced to sell at $579,000

PATTERSON DANIEL REAL ESTATE 472-2700 MORE INFO @ PattersonDaniel.com

3930 Johnson St.

A Must See! Beautiful home set on 3 acres, New cabinets, corian countertops, hardwood, carpet, appliances, deck, roof. Home has 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, formal living room, dining room, great room. $248,900.

Contact us at Lamb’s Realty- 442-5589.

6 Bedrooms, Plus 3 Home Offices Or 8 Bedrooms 19 Forest Dr Fairgrove Forest, Thomasville New Year New Price. $1,000. cash to buyer at closing. 1.5 Ac. landscaped. 3br. 2baths, kitchen, dining room, livingroom, den & office. 2 Fireplaces with gas logs, crown molding, attached over sized garage and a 50 x 20 unattached 3 bay garage. 2400 sq. ft. $250,000. 336-475-6839

HOME FOR SALE 1014 Hickory Chapel Road, 2br, Florida room, dining room, fireplace, garage, new heatpump, completely remodeled. Great for starter home or rental investment. Priced Reduced $59,900

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NOT SO FAST: GOP blocks financial overhaul. 5D

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BASEBALL FLORIDA 10 SAN DIEGO 1 NHL PLAYOFFS MONTREAL 4 WASHINGTON 1

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Please fence me in! Dennis Setzer (92) crashes into Paul Menard (98) and sails into the catch fence as Kenny Wallace passes by during the NASCAR Nationwide Series Aaron’s 312 at Talladega Superspeedway in Talladega, Ala. on Sunday night. Setzer, a former Caraway champion, was not injured in the crash. His car did not reach the stands, but the fence was damaged.

Drivers deal with different karma P

erhaps it shouldn’t come as a shock that Talladega Superspeedway was the place that Kevin Harvick broke a 115-race victory drought given the track is known for producing quirky outcomes. It also didn’t come as a shock that Harvick used the victory to overshadow the bad news of earlier in the week that ShellPennzoil is moving SPORTS to Penske Racing next year. Greer “I think it’s great Smith karma with every■■■ thing that has happened this week with the sponsor and everything,” Harvick said. “I think it’s kind of funny in itself. It’s really good for our team. Our cars have been running well all year and we were really close to winning races, but the karma thing is the best part.” Karma isn’t exactly something you would have heard David Pearson or Cale Yarborough or Bobby Allison talk about 25 years ago. But, this is the 21st century, and maybe that’s the right thing to have to ward off the evil spirits at a place built near an old Indian burial ground. The good karma ended several weeks of frustrations. Harvick

lost the lead on the final lap of the Daytona 500 to Jamie McMurray, whom Harvick edged at the finish on Sunday. He lost at California when a late caution Harvick flag put Jimmie Johnson in the lead. “I really feel good about everything the 29 team has going right now,” car owner Richard Childress said. “We want to win the championship.” From a numbers perspective, Childress had reason to mention the championship word although 17 races remain to determine the 12 drivers who will qualify for the Chase for the Championship playoff. Harvick left Talladega second in the standings, just 26 points behind Jimmie Johnson, whose driving error resulted in a crash and his second DNF of the year, negating the ground that Harvick lost during a string of unspectacular outings. “I think this shows the fact of the matter that we are a topnotch team,” said Harvick’s crew chief, Gil Martin. “We’re looking for (a sponsor) to come on board and start a new chapter with them.” Being a title contender once again would give Childress a

much-needed boost in the sponsorship search. He does have the luxury of having six or seven months to lock down a company. Labonte That’s a much better situation than confronts Bobby Labonte and the TRG team that fields his cars. Labonte left Talladega knowing that the second-year outfit, which is backed by Taxslayer. com for some races, doesn’t have a sponsor for this weekend at Richmond. “That’s going to make it a long week,” Labonte said. That comes after a long day at Talladega which started out looking promising when he got as high as third in the draft. When it mattered, however, Labonte was never unable to match his earlier gains while several cars who stayed back over the first 375 miles started to race when it mattered. “There wasn’t much difference from the beginning of the race to the end with the car,” Labonte said. “I think when we were near the front in the beginning, some cars were holding back. At the end when everyone starts to move, that’s when you need to go. Why was (McMurray) bad in the beginning but finished second?

Duke adds Adams to frontcourt mix BY BRYAN STRICKLAND ENTERPRISE DURHAM BUREAU

DURHAM – Coming off a national championship run in which bigger was better for Duke, the Blue Devils have secured the services of another big man for the future. Tyler Adams, a 6-9, 255-pound post player out of Mississippi, has made a verbal commitment to play for Duke beginning in 2011. Adams, who averaged 17 points and 11 rebounds as a junior at Brandon High School, picked Duke over Memphis, Mississippi State and Alabama among others. Scout.com recruiting analyst Dave Telep ranks Adams as the 14th-best center prospect in the class of 2011 and a top-100 prospect

regardless of position. Adams is somewhat of a traditional, back-to-the-basket type of post player, but his high school coach said he is more Adams polished than many similar post players his age. “He’s 6-9 and he’s 255, but he’s very mobile. A kid that size is usually a little bit clumsy,” Brandon coach Fredrick Barnes said. “He’s just a competitor and a smart kid. He loves basketball, and he wants to get better. I think he has all the things that Coach K is looking for. Coach K loves the way that he can move on the court.” Duke’s recent run to the NCAA

title featured a trio of high-scoring perimeter players who benefited from the presence of 7-footer Brian Zoubek, who made a living late in his college career grabbing offensive rebounds and spotting shooters. Zoubek was a senior, so the Blue Devils are expected to feature brothers Miles and Mason Plumlee – more face-the-basket type of big men – in the 2010-11 season, along with already signed freshman Josh Hairston. Adams can’t officially sign until November. The same goes for Duke’s other verbal commitment to date for the class, 6-6 forward Michael Gbinije out of Richmond. In addition, the Blue Devils still are considering several other top prospects for the class.

That’s just Talladega.” The good times disappeared when Labonte lost the draft and was spun by David Reutimann coming off turn two on lap 176 of what became a 200-lap event. “He was pushing me and just helped a little too much,” Labonte said. Labonte’s Chevrolet skidded to a stop without sustaining damage. Later, his luck turned worse as he went into the third turn as part of a four-abreast pattern on lap 189. Labonte was to the left of Ryan Newman when Joey Logano pushed Newman into a spin. Newman slammed into Labonte in what became a 10-car wreck. “When you fell back, you couldn’t get a good run without the right help,” Labonte said. “I passed Elliott Sadler going into turn one and he had a head of steam going down the backstretch. I tried to block him by staying in the middle and then Newman went to the outside of me. Then someone hit Newman and he came down in front of me, and we got in the wreck.” A spokesperson for Labonte said TRG doesn’t plan to become a start-and-park effort at Richmond if it doesn’t find a sponsor. “We need some help,” Labonte said before leaving Alabama. And some karma. gsmith@hpe.com | 888-3519

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NEW YORK (AP) – More than 45 million viewers watched a portion of the NFL draft on three television channels, easily a record. A total viewership of 45.4 million tuned in to the 75th draft on NFL Network, ESPN and ESPN2. That’s up 16 percent from last year’s record of 39 million, according to Nielsen Media Research. Draft viewership has nearly doubled during the last decade, from 23.5 million in 2001. In addition, a record 12,275 fans attended the draft at Radio City Music Hall. Of course, this was the first three-session draft.

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att Moore entered the NFL Draft feeling pretty confident about his status as the Carolina Panthers starting quarterback. By the time the three-day pro football marathon selection show ended, Moore felt plenty of company. Carolina drafted three quarterbacks, although the team plans to move third-round pick Armanti Edwards of Appalachian State to wide receiver. That leaves second-round pick Jimmy

Clausen of Notre Dame and sixth-round pick Tony Pike of Cincinnati to battle Moore and holdover Hunter Cantwell at a suddenlycrowded quarterback position. While most pre-draft scenarios slotted Pike as a second- or third-round pick, the real stunner was Carolina landing Clausen at No. 48 overall. Clausen was considered a firstround lock in most circles and the former Irish star seemed an impossible dream for the Panthers. Now, that dream is a reality.

Look for Clausen and Moore to wage a spirited competition for the starting job. Moore is clearly the front-runner right now, but much can change between now and September. It would not surprise me to see Clausen earn the starting nod sometime this season if Moore falters. The long-time prognosis for Clausen in Carolina looks even more promising. But time will tell.

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Former Wesleyan Christian Academy soccer star Richard Eurillo was presented the Greensboro College President’s men’s Scholar Athlete Award on Sunday. Greensboro College lacrosse standout Layne Woodard received the women’s award. The son of Charles and Brenda Eurillo, Richard Eurillo hails from Trinity. He studies in GC’s rigorous athletic training program and carries a 3.4 grade point average. Richard is President of Greensboro College’s athletic training club and serves as a resident advisor on campus. A three-year member of the Pride men’s soccer program, Richard battled back from serious injury to rejoin the team this year. A defender, he played in 10 games for GC this season.

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Through April 26 1. Roger Federer 2. Rafael Nadal 3. Andy Roddick 4. Andy Murray 5. Fernando Verdasco 6. Robin Soderling 7. Novak Djokovic 8. Ivan Ljubicic 9. Marin Cilic 10. Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 11. David Ferrer 12. Mikhail Youzhny 13. Tomas Berdych 14. Sam Querrey 15. Nikolay Davydenko 16. Juan Carlos Ferrero 17. John Isner

Major Leagues All Times EDT AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division

Tampa Bay New York Toronto Boston Baltimore

W 14 12 10 8 3

L 5 6 9 11 16

Pct .737 .667 .526 .421 .158

Minnesota Detroit Cleveland Chicago Kansas City

W 13 10 8 8 7

L 6 9 10 11 11

Pct .684 .526 .444 .421 .389

GB —1 1 ⁄2 4 6 11

WCGB — —1 21⁄2 4 ⁄2 91⁄2

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Str L-2 L-1 W-2 W-1 L-1

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Central Division GB — 3 41⁄2 51 5 ⁄2

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West Division Oakland Los Angeles Seattle Texas

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L 7 9 9 9 10

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L 7 10 10 10 11 11

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San Diego San Francisco Colorado Arizona Los Angeles

W 11 10 10 8 8

L 8 8 9 10 10

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Through April 26 1. Serena Williams 2. Venus Williams 3. Justine Henin 4. Jelena Jankovic 5. Kim Clijsters 6. Caroline Wozniacki 7. Samantha Stosur 8. Zheng Jie 9. Victoria Azarenka 10. Agnieszka Radwanska 11. Li Na 12. Nadia Petrova 13. Flavia Pennetta 14. Elena Dementieva 15. Maria Kirilenko 16. Vera Zvonareva 17. Cara Black

NATIONAL LEAGUE East Division GB — 1 111⁄2 1 ⁄2 3

WCGB — — 1 ⁄2 1 ⁄2 2

Central Division WCGB — 11⁄2 2 2 21⁄2 3

West Division WCGB — — 1 ⁄2 2 2

Houston 10, Pittsburgh 3 Chicago Cubs 12, Milwaukee 2 St. Louis 2, San Francisco 0 Arizona 8, Philadelphia 6 Colorado 8, Florida 4 N.Y. Mets 1, Atlanta 0, 6 innings

AMERICAN LEAGUE Sunday’s Games Baltimore 7, Boston 6, 10 innings Tampa Bay 6, Toronto 0 Chicago White Sox 3, Seattle 2 Kansas City 4, Minnesota 3 Texas 8, Detroit 4 L.A. Angels 8, N.Y. Yankees 4 Oakland 11, Cleveland 0

Monday’s Games Boston at Toronto, late Detroit at Texas, late Seattle at Kansas City, late Cleveland at L.A. Angels, late

Wednesday’s Games Seattle at Kansas City, 2:10 p.m. Cleveland at L.A. Angels, 7:05 p.m. Minnesota at Detroit, 7:05 p.m. N.Y. Yankees at Baltimore, 7:05 p.m. Boston at Toronto, 7:07 p.m. Oakland at Tampa Bay, 7:10 p.m. Chicago White Sox at Texas, 8:05 p.m.

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Sunday’s late game Mets 1, Braves 0 (5) Atlanta

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Atlanta 000 000 — 0 New York 100 00x — 1 E—C.Jones (3), McCann (4). DP—New York 2. LOB—Atlanta 8, New York 6. 2B—Prado (8), McCann (4). SB—L.Castillo 2 (3), Jos. Reyes (4). IP H R ER BB SO Atlanta Hanson L,1-2 5 5 1 0 2 8 New York Pelfrey W,4-0 5 5 0 0 5 3 Valdes 0 0 0 0 0 0 T—1:58 (Rain delay: 1:38). A—27,623 (41,800).

San Diego at Florida, 12:10 p.m. L.A. Dodgers at N.Y. Mets, 1:10 p.m. Pittsburgh at Milwaukee, 1:10 p.m. Washington at Chicago Cubs, 2:20 p.m. Arizona at Colorado, 3:10 p.m. Philadelphia at San Francisco, 3:45 p.m. Cincinnati at Houston, 8:05 p.m. Atlanta at St. Louis, 8:15 p.m.

10. Coastal Carolina 11. Texas Christian 12. Louisville 13. Cal State Fullerton 14. Mississippi 15. Louisiana State 16. Miami 17. Oregon 18. Virginia Tech 19. Arizona 20. Connecticut 21. Stanford 22. Oklahoma 23. California 24. San Diego 25. Rice

Pct. .556 .526 .500 .474 .474 .444 .368

GB — 1 ⁄2 1 111⁄2 1 ⁄2 2 31⁄2

Pct. .632 .632 .632 .526 .444 .389 .389

GB — — — 21 31⁄2 41⁄2 4 ⁄2

Southern Division Augusta (Giants) Greenville (Red Sox) Savannah (Mets) Lexington (Astros) Charleston (Yankees) Asheville (Rockies) Rome (Braves)

W 12 12 12 10 8 7 7

L 7 7 7 9 10 11 11

Monday’s Games Delmarva at Hagerstown, ppd., rain Lakewood 8, Greensboro 6 Greenville 8, Lexington 6 Asheville 6, Augusta 3 West Virginia 8, Kannapolis 1 Hickory 11, Savannah 2 Rome at Charleston, late

HOCKEY

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Detroit 3, Phoenix 0 Pittsburgh 7, Ottawa 4 Philadelphia 4, New Jersey 1 Nashville 4, Chicago 1 San Jose 2, Colorado 1, OT

Wednesday, April 21 Washington 6, Montreal 3 Boston 3, Buffalo 2, 2OT Vancouver 6, Los Angeles 4

Thursday, April 22 Philadelphia 3, New Jersey 0, Philadelphia wins series 4-1 Chicago 3, Nashville 0 Ottawa 4, Pittsburgh 3, 3OT San Jose 5, Colorado 0

Friday, April 23 Montreal 2, Washington 1 Buffalo 4, Boston 1 Vancouver 7, Los Angeles 2 Detroit 4, Phoenix 1

Saturday, April 24 Chicago 5, Nashville 4, OT, Chicago leads series 3-2 Pittsburgh 4, Ottawa 3, OT, Pittsburgh wins series 4-2 San Jose 5, Colorado 2, San Jose wins series 4-2 Phoenix 5, Detroit, 2, series tied 3-3 Vancouver 4, Los Angeles 2, Vancouver wins series 4-2

Monday, April 26 Montreal 4, Washington 1, series tied 3-3 Boston 4, Buffalo 3, Boston wins series 4-2 Chicago at Nashville, late

Tuesday, April 27 Detroit at Phoenix, 9 p.m.

Wednesday, April 28 Montreal at Washington, TBA x-Nashville at Chicago, TBA

Wednesday’s Games Augusta at Hagerstown, 6:35 p.m. Rome at Greensboro, 7 p.m. Lexington at Savannah, 7:05 p.m. Delmarva at Asheville, 7:05 p.m. Hickory at Charleston, 7:05 p.m. Lakewood at Kannapolis, 7:05 p.m.

BASKETBALL

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Carolina League All Times EDT Northern Division Frederick (Orioles) Wilmington (Royals) Potomac (Nationals) Lynchburg (Reds)

L 6 9 10 11

Pct. .647 .500 .412 .353

GB —1 2 ⁄2 4 5

L 5 6 10 12

Pct. .706 .667 .412 .294

GB — 1 ⁄2 5 7

L.A. Lakers 87, Oklahoma City 79 Orlando 98, Charlotte 89 Dallas 100, San Antonio 94 Portland 105, Phoenix 100

Monday, April 19 Cleveland 112, Chicago 102 Utah 114, Denver 111

Monday’s Game

Tuesday, April 20

Wilmington 7, Salem 6

Atlanta 96, Milwaukee 86 Boston 106, Miami 77 Phoenix 119, Portland 90 L.A. Lakers 95, Oklahoma City 92

Today’s Games Lynchburg at Kinston, 7 p.m. Frederick at Winston-Salem, 7 p.m. Wilmington at Salem, 7:05 p.m. Potomac at Myrtle Beach, 7:05 p.m.

Wednesday, April 21 Orlando 92, Charlotte 77 San Antonio 102, Dallas 88

Wednesday’s Games Lynchburg at Kinston, 11 a.m. Wilmington at Salem, 11 a.m. Frederick at Winston-Salem, 7 p.m. Potomac at Myrtle Beach, 7:05 p.m.

Thursday, April 22 Chicago 108, Cleveland 106 Oklahoma City 101, L.A. Lakers 96 Phoenix 108, Portland 89 Friday, April 23 Boston 100, Miami 98 San Antonio 94, Dallas 90 Utah 105, Denver 93

Baseball America poll DURHAM (AP) — The top 25 teams in the Baseball America poll with records through April 25 and previous ranking (voting by the staff of Baseball America): Record Pv 1. Virginia 34-9 2 2. Texas 34-7 3 3. Arizona State 33-5 1 4. Florida State 31-10 6 5. UCLA 29-7 5 6. Florida 28-11 7 7. South Carolina 32-8 10 8. Georgia Tech 34-7 4 9. Arkansas 33-8 9

NBA playoffs All Times EDT FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) (x-if necessary) Sunday, April 18

Southern Division W WinSalem (White Sox) 12 Salem (Red Sox) 12 Kinston (Indians) 7 Myrtle Beach (Braves) 5

NHL playoffs All Times EDT FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) (x-if necessary) Tuesday, April 20

West Virginia at Kannapolis, 10:05 a.m. Delmarva at Hagerstown, 10:35 a.m. Lakewood at Greensboro, 10:45 a.m. Augusta at Asheville, 11:05 a.m. Rome at Charleston, 11:05 a.m. Lexington at Greenville, 7 p.m. Hickory at Savannah, 7:05 p.m.

Miami at Boston, 7 p.m. Chicago at Cleveland, 8 p.m. San Antonio at Dallas, 9:30 p.m. Oklahoma City at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 28 Milwaukee at Atlanta, 7:30 or 8 p.m. x-Charlotte at Orlando, 8 p.m. Utah at Denver, 9 or 10:30 p.m.

Thursday, April 29 x-Boston at Miami, 7, 7:30 or 8 p.m. x-Cleveland at Chicago, 8 p.m. Phoenix at Portland, 9 or 10:30 p.m. x-Dallas at San Antonio, 8, 8:30 or 9:30 p.m.

PREPS

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Junior varsity Golf Wesleyan 182, Forsyth CD 183, Greensboro Day 211

Course: Bermuda Run West, par 36 Leading scorers: WCA – medalist Cecily Overbey 41, Chase Cranford 44, Aaron Allred 46 Next game: WCA plays River Miller on Thursday at 4 p.m. at Southwick GC

Middle school Baseball Westchester 10, Canterbury 3 Winning pitcher: Abraham Hernandez Leading hitters: WCDS – Donnie Sellers 2-3, 2B, RBI, 2 runs; Andrew Couch 2-2, 2 RBIs, 2 runs; Messiah Henderson 2-4, 2 RBIs Records: WCDS 8-3 Next game: WCDS plays at Caldwell Academy on Thursday at 4:30 p.m.

Softball HPCA 25, Shining Light 8 Winning pitcher: Taylor Brooks Leading hitters: HPCA – Kailey Swaim 44, 4 runs; Hannah Self 2-2, 2 runs; Jamie Miller 1-1, 4 runs; Brooks 1-1, 3 runs Records: HPCA 7-3 Next game: HPCA plays at Wesleyan today at 4:30 p.m.

Soccer High Point Christian 0, Westchester 0 Goalies: HPCA – Carley Stout Next game: HPCA vs. Calvary, today, 4 p.m.

GOLF

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Saturday, April 24 Orlando 90, Charlotte 86 Portland 96, Phoenix 87, series tied 2-2 Milwaukee 107, Atlanta 89, Atlanta leads series 2-1 Oklahoma City 110, L.A. Lakers 89, series tied 2-2

Sunday, April 25 Miami 101, Boston 92, Boston leads series 3-0 Cleveland 121, Chicago 98, Cleveland leads series 3-1 San Antonio 92, Dallas 89, San Antonio

38. Derek Lamely 414 39. Bo Van Pelt 413 40. Ricky Barnes 405 41. Jeff Overton 401 42. Stephen Ames 399 43. J.P. Hayes 371 44. Jason Dufner 368 45. Bryce Molder 367 46. Padraig Harrington 358 47. Sean O’Hair 355 48. Brian Gay 350 49. Chris Couch 338 50. John Rollins 333 51. Stewart Cink 329 52. Jerry Kelly 322 53. Ryan Moore 320 54. Heath Slocum 318 55. Ryuji Imada 313 56. Kris Blanks 313 57. Brendon de Jonge 312 58. Kevin Streelman 311 59. Spencer Levin 310 60. Mike Weir 309 61. Charlie Wi 302 62. Chad Collins 302 63. Troy Merritt 300 64. Carl Pettersson 295 65. Kevin Sutherland 292 66. David Duval 290 67. Kevin Stadler 287 68. Briny Baird 286 69. Zach Johnson 282 70. Greg Chalmers 282 71. Fredrik Jacobson 278 72. Graham DeLaet 277 73. Nathan Green 275 74. Chad Campbell 274 75. Martin Laird 273 76. Matt Jones 271 77. Jeff Maggert 270 78. George McNeill 265 79. Tom Gillis 264 80. Joe Ogilvie 264 81. John Senden 264 82. Cameron Beckman 261 83. Vijay Singh 261 84. Sergio Garcia 260 85. Lucas Glover 254 86. Boo Weekley 252 87. Josh Teater 251 88. Webb Simpson 250 89. Stuart Appleby 248 90. Nick O’Hern 247 91. David Toms 243 92. Michael Sim 241 93. Michael Allen 240 94. Paul Goydos 240 95. Angel Cabrera 233 96. Pat Perez 231 97. Matt Every 227 98. Adam Scott 224 99. Michael Connell 215 100. Scott Verplank 211 101. Fred Couples 208 102. Michael Bradley 205 103. Kenny Perry 203 104. Chris Tidland 196 105. Steve Elkington 196 106. Shaun Micheel 195 107. Lee Janzen 189 108. Ben Curtis 189 109. Alex Cejka 187 110. Jonathan Byrd 187 111. D.A. Points 184 112. Andres Romero 182 113. Jeff Quinney 182 114. Mark Wilson 180 115. Jimmy Walker 174 116. Justin Leonard 172 117. Blake Adams 169 118. Brian Stuard 164 119. Nicholas Thompson 160 120. Davis Love III 157 121. Brett Quigley 156 122. Mathew Goggin 155 123. Omar Uresti 154 124. Scott Piercy 153 125. Rod Pampling 153

$880,230 $708,442 $738,754 $833,333 $622,397 $697,746 $547,759 $675,020 $752,785 $647,820 $563,681 $605,837 $525,224 $667,971 $589,116 $628,933 $550,321 $546,161 $641,725 $452,563 $558,241 $335,111 $467,319 $438,600 $575,717 $594,970 $461,610 $443,462 $592,236 $580,128 $516,205 $461,115 $454,108 $405,605 $468,925 $415,614 $364,931 $437,485 $475,129 $472,674 $440,505 $389,720 $415,364 $299,285 $671,996 $457,508 $637,908 $443,591 $390,702 $470,725 $366,799 $465,891 $398,633 $363,589 $502,573 $318,299 $520,272 $429,142 $300,214 $340,010 $375,385 $368,916 $323,360 $397,406 $248,305 $392,120 $252,275 $331,183 $336,713 $371,110 $357,811 $277,284 $275,975 $272,790 $359,781 $180,001 $279,402 $209,727 $231,982 $297,123 $375,076 $328,895 $320,150 $153,450 $278,170 $231,326 $259,346 $148,199

Champions statistics

PGA Tour statistics Through April 25 Scoring Average

1, Anthony Kim, 69.19. 2, Ernie Els, 69.44. 3, K.J. Choi, 69.55. 4, Camilo Villegas, 69.78. 5, J.B. Holmes, 69.87. 6, D.J. Trahan, 69.92. 7, Jason Bohn, 69.93. 8, Phil Mickelson, 69.95. 9, Charles Howell III, 69.98. 10, Jim Furyk, 70.00.

Driving Distance

Sunday, April 25

Today’s Games

W 11 9 7 6

12 11 13 16 19 8 14 18 20 17 21 22 24 15 — —

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — The Collegiate Baseball poll with records through April 25, points and previous rank. Voting is done by coaches, sports writers and sports information directors: Record Pts Pv 1. Texas 34-7 493 2 2. Arizona St. 33-5 491 1 3. South Carolina 32-8 488 5 4. Coastal Carolina 36-5 485 7 5. Virginia 34-9 483 10 6. Georgia Tech 34-7 482 3 7. Florida 28-11 480 12 8. Arkansas 33-8 479 4 9. UCLA 29-7 478 8 10. Florida St. 31-10 477 11 11. Miami, Fla. 29-11 476 9 12. CS Fullerton 24-13 474 16 13. Connecticut 33-7 472 19 14. Louisville 32-7 470 13 15. Texas Christian 30-8 469 14 16. Mississippi 28-13 467 27 17. Louisiana St. 32-9 466 6 18. Stanford 21-13 464 22 19. Oklahoma 29-11 460 20 20. California 23-14 457 15 21. Arizona 28-11 456 18 22. Kansas St. 27-10 453 17 23. Oregon 27-13 450 23 24. Pittsburgh 30-10 447 24 25. Virginia Tech 28-14 445 — 26. Portland 27-9 442 — 27. Auburn 27-14 439 29 28. Rice 26-16 436 — 29. U.C. Irvine 24-13 434 — 30. Texas St. 24-14 430 —

All Times EDT Northern Division L 8 9 9 10 10 10 12

36-5 30-8 33-6 24-13 28-13 32-9 29-11 27-13 28-14 28-11 33-7 21-13 29-11 23-14 23-15 26-16

Collegiate Baseball poll

South Atlantic League W Delmarva (Orioles) 10 Lakewood (Phillies) 10 Hagerstown (Nationals) 9 Hickory (Rangers) 9 Kannapolis (White Sox) 9 West Virginia (Pirates) 8 Greensboro (Marlins) 7

Tuesday, April 27

Wednesday’s Games

Cincinnati 5, San Diego 4 Washington 1, L.A. Dodgers 0

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Orlando at Charlotte, late Atlanta at Milwaukee, late Portland at Phoenix, laTe

L.A. Dodgers (Kuroda 2-0) at N.Y. Mets (J.Santana 2-1), 4:05 p.m., 1st game L.A. Dodgers (Haeger 0-2) at N.Y. Mets (O.Perez 0-2), 7:10 p.m., 2nd game San Diego (Garland 1-2) at Florida (A.Sanchez 1-1), 7:10 p.m. Cincinnati (Harang 0-3) at Houston (Norris 1-1), 8:05 p.m. Washington (L.Hernandez 2-1) at Chicago Cubs (Gorzelanny 0-2), 8:05 p.m. Pittsburgh (Burres 0-1) at Milwaukee (Wolf 2-1), 8:10 p.m. Atlanta (D.Lowe 3-1) at St. Louis (Carpenter 2-0), 8:15 p.m. Arizona (E.Jackson 1-1) at Colorado (Jimenez 4-0), 8:40 p.m. Philadelphia (Moyer 2-1) at San Francisco (Wellemeyer 0-3), 10:15 p.m.

NATIONAL LEAGUE Sunday’s Games

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Monday, April 26

Today’s Games

Today’s Games Minnesota (Liriano 2-0) at Detroit (Verlander 1-1), 7:05 p.m. N.Y. Yankees (P.Hughes 2-0) at Baltimore (Millwood 0-3), 7:05 p.m. Boston (Buchholz 1-2) at Toronto (Marcum 0-1), 7:07 p.m. Oakland (Sheets 1-1) at Tampa Bay (W.Davis 1-1), 7:10 p.m. Chicago White Sox (Buehrle 2-2) at Texas (C.Wilson 1-1), 8:05 p.m. Seattle (Snell 0-2) at Kansas City (Greinke 0-2), 8:10 p.m. Cleveland (Talbot 2-1) at L.A. Angels (Saunders 1-3), 10:05 p.m.

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TRIVIA QUESTION leads series 3-1 Utah 117, Denver 106, Utah leads 3-1

Florida 10, San Diego 1 L.A. Dodgers at New York, ppd., rain Washington at Chicago Cubs, late Pittsburgh at Milwaukee, late Atlanta at St. Louis, late Arizona at Colorado, late Philadelphia at San Francisco, late

1, Bubba Watson, 303.2. 2, Angel Cabrera, 301.2. 3, Dustin Johnson, 300.5. 4, Graham DeLaet, 299.3. 5, Phil Mickelson, 299.1. 6, Andres Romero, 297.2. 7, Chris Baryla, 297.1. 8, J.B. Holmes, 295.3. 9, Lucas Glover, 294.8. 1 Tied With D.J. Trahan, 292.9.

Driving Accuracy Percentage 1, Heath Slocum, 76.28%. 2, Brian Gay, 75.92%. 3, Omar Uresti, 75.19%. 4, Tim Clark, 74.29%. 5, Jay Williamson, 74.10%. 6, Chris DiMarco, 73.18%. 7, Nick O’Hern, 73.07%. 8, Paul Goydos, 72.71%. 9, Jim Furyk, 72.70%. 10, Justin Leonard, 72.42%.

Greens in Regulation Pct. 1, Kevin Stadler, 73.56%. 2, Kevin Sutherland, 73.37%. 3, D.J. Trahan, 72.39%. 4, Bo Van Pelt, 71.05%. 5, Adam Scott, 70.96%. 6, Jeff Gove, 70.94%. 7, Shaun Micheel, 70.83%. 8, Billy Mayfair, 70.76%. 9, Nick Watney, 70.75%. 10, Troy Matteson, 70.73%.

Total Driving 1, Ryan Moore, 74. 2, Bo Van Pelt, 77. 3, Adam Scott, 81. 4, Blake Adams, 90. 5 (tie), Kenny Perry, Justin Rose and Hunter Mahan, 91. 8, Tom Gillis, 95. 9, John Rollins, 101. 10, Davis Love III, 104.

Putting Average 1, J.P. Hayes, 1.676. 2, Brandt Snedeker, 1.697. 3, Tim Clark, 1.701. 4, Brian Gay, 1.717. 5, Ryuji Imada, 1.719. 6, George McNeill, 1.720. 7, Troy Merritt, 1.721. 8, Joe Ogilvie, 1.723. 9, Jason Bohn, 1.728. 10, Two Tied With 1.730.

Birdie Average 1, Kevin Streelman, 4.34. 2, D.J. Trahan, 4.24. 3, Anthony Kim, 4.21. 4 (tie), Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson, 4.19. 6, J.P. Hayes, 4.15. 7, Nick Watney, 4.12. 8 (tie), Matt Kuchar and Paul Casey, 4.11. 10, Two Tied With 4.09.

Eagles (Holes per) 1, Dustin Johnson, 57.6. 2, Paul Casey, 64.8. 3, Matt Bettencourt, 74.0. 4, Sean O’Hair, 74.6. 5, Harrison Frazar, 78.0. 6, Kevin Stadler, 84.9. 7, John Daly, 86.4. 8, Lucas Glover, 90.0. 9 (tie), Phil Mickelson and Robert Allenby, 96.0.

Sand Save Percentage 1, Luke Donald, 85.19%. 2, Chris Riley, 66.67%. 3, Trevor Immelman, 64.58%. 4, Mark Wilson, 64.29%. 5, Ricky Barnes, 62.50%. 6, Jeff Klauk, 62.00%. 7, Mike Weir, 61.97%. 8, Tom Pernice, Jr., 61.54%. 9, Pat Perez, 61.36%. 10, Rory Sabbatini, 61.29%.

All-Around Ranking 1, Matt Kuchar, 245. 2, Robert Allenby, 293. 3, K.J. Choi, 346. 4, Anthony Kim, 365. 5, D.J. Trahan, 366. 6, Phil Mickelson, 372. 7, Chris Couch, 379. 8, Y.E. Yang, 381. 9, Bubba Watson, 382. 10, Camilo Villegas, 385.

Through April 25 Scoring Average 1, Fred Couples, 65.86. 2, Tom Watson, 66.63. 3, Michael Allen, 67.17. 4, Bernhard Langer, 67.88. 5, Tom Lehman, 68.00. 6, Corey Pavin, 68.08. 7, Nick Price, 68.59. 8, Chien Soon Lu, 68.67. 9, Tommy Armour III, 68.71. 10, Tom Pernice, Jr., 68.73.

Driving Distance 1, Fred Couples, 299.2. 2, Michael Allen, 295.8. 3, Tom Purtzer, 289.5. 4, Keith Fergus, 288.5. 5, Tom Lehman, 288.0. 6, Dan Forsman, 287.2. 7, Andy North , 285.3. 8, Brad Bryant, 284.3. 9, Gary Hallberg, 283.7. 10, Tom Watson, 283.2.

Through April 25 Pts 1,396 1,221 1,140 966 960 933 865 849 800 782 749 746 743 743 702 679 664 658 640 605 604 559 558 547 544 533 512 509 496 470 468 460 434 429 427 423 419

Money $3,143,141 $2,386,987 $2,342,557 $2,033,714 $2,104,050 $1,842,719 $1,827,934 $1,731,563 $1,387,120 $1,355,276 $1,547,321 $1,310,310 $1,531,271 $1,516,593 $1,700,025 $1,277,057 $1,264,422 $1,372,356 $1,518,295 $1,302,333 $1,162,202 $1,075,901 $1,059,604 $860,772 $903,793 $1,040,523 $998,907 $849,158 $984,949 $718,609 $795,596 $861,526 $713,068 $934,047 $802,639 $710,652 $740,915

Bean/C. Lu (222), $222,000 65-60-64—189 Langer/Lehman (168), $167,500 67-63-63 —193 Couples/J. Haas (168), $167,500 63-66-64 —193 McCallister/Tway (125), $125,000 63-63-68 —194 Bryant/Nielsen (112), $112,000 63-67-65 —195 Cochran/Wiebe (94), $94,000 66-64-66—196 Irwin/L. Nelson (94), $94,000 67-61-68—196 Hatalsky/Pooley (77), $77,000 68-63-66—197 Forsman/Frost (77), $77,000 64-65-68—197 Lyle/Senior (63), $62,667 64-67-67— 198 Sluman/Stadler (63), $62,667 64-66-68—198 North/T. Watson (63),$62,667 64-66-68—198 Roberts/Simpson (54), $53,500 65-67-67 —199 Kite/Morgan (54), $53,500 65-67-67— 199 M. Allen/Pavin (46), $46,000 66-68-66—200 Fergus/Levi (46), $46,000 67-67-66— 200 Black/Eger (46), $46,000 66-69-65— 200 Mize/Sutton (39), $38,500 68-65-68— 201 Fleisher/Jenkins (39), $38,500 70-64-67 —201 James/Browne (34), $34,000 69-64-69—202 Romero/D. Watson (34), $34,000 67-68-67 —202 Gilder/Tewell (30), $30,000 66-69-68— 203 Azinger/Blackmar (30), $30,000 67-68-68—203 K. Green/Reid (27), $27,000 67-66-71—204 Doyle/Sigel (27), $27,000 69-65-70— 204 Goodes/Vaughan (27), $27,000 70-65-69—204 H. Green/Thompson (25), $24,500 69-64-73—206 Jacobs/Zoeller (25), $24,500 70-71-65—206 Purtzer/Jacobsen, $23,000 67-71-70— 208 Crenshaw/Strange, $21,500 73-66-70—209 Snead/Wadkins, $21,500 70-69-70— 209

Nationwide money list Through April 25 1. Bobby Gates 2. Kevin Chappell 3. Jim Herman 4. Fabian Gomez 5. Chris Kirk 6. Ewan Porter 7. David Hearn 8. Steve Pate 9. Tag Ridings 10. Fran Quinn 11. Jamie Lovemark 12. Aaron Watkins 13. Brian Smock 14. Jhonattan Vegas 15. Jon Mills 16. Martin Piller 17. James Hahn 18. Brandt Jobe 19. Jarrod Lyle 20. William McGirt 21. Kyle Reifers 22. Doug LaBelle II 23. Scott Gutschewski 24. Andrew Buckle 25. Mark Anderson

Trn 7 7 6 7 7 5 6 5 7 2 6 7 7 4 7 7 7 5 5 3 5 6 6 7 6

Money $169,241 $151,021 $126,000 $124,083 $121,961 $112,500 $110,695 $110,638 $106,065 $101,530 $94,794 $88,556 $75,522 $69,164 $60,150 $58,886 $55,454 $55,229 $53,018 $52,138 $50,748 $50,189 $48,667 $47,833 $47,427

MOTORSPORTS

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NASCAR Cup leaders Through April 25 Points

1, Jimmie Johnson, 1,323. 2, Kevin Harvick, 1,297. 3, Greg Biffle, 1,237. 4, Matt Kenseth, 1,224. 5, Kyle Busch, 1,163. 6, Mark Martin, 1,154. 7, Kurt Busch, 1,146. 8, Dale Earnhardt Jr., 1,142. 9, Denny Hamlin, 1,138. 10, Jeff Gordon, 1,130. 11, Clint Bowyer, 1,086. 12, Jeff Burton, 1,082. 13, Carl Edwards, 1,067. 14, Tony Stewart, 1,061. 15, Martin Truex Jr., 1,045. 16, Joey Logano, 1,001. 17, Jamie McMurray, 998. 18, Ryan Newman, 995. 19, Paul Menard, 962. 20, Juan Pablo Montoya, 959.

Money 1, Jamie McMurray, $2,649,865. 2, Jimmie Johnson, $2,272,466. 3, Kevin Harvick, $2,169,136. 4, Dale Earnhardt Jr., $1,950,079. 5, Greg Biffle, $1,690,504. 6, Denny Hamlin, $1,681,354. 7, Jeff Gordon, $1,624,563. 8, Kyle Busch, $1,620,758. 9, Matt Kenseth, $1,612,938. 10, Kurt Busch, $1,605,811. 11, Kasey Kahne, $1,551,599. 12, Juan Pablo Montoya, $1,505,483. 13, Jeff Burton, $1,473,589. 14, Clint Bowyer, $1,467,020. 15, David Reutimann, $1,461,559. 16, Tony Stewart, $1,450,411. 17, Joey Logano, $1,437,215. 18, Ryan Newman, $1,416,590. 19, Carl Edwards, $1,402,761. 20, Mark Martin, $1,384,739.

Driving Accuracy Percentage 1, Allen Doyle, 86.73%. 2, Hale Irwin, 83.67%. 3, Tim Simpson, 82.47%. 4 (tie), Russ Cochran and Larry Mize, 81.82%. 6, Mike Reid, 81.63%. 7, Wayne Levi, 81.17%. 8, Mark McNulty, 80.95%. 9, Blaine McCallister, 80.52%. 10, Bobby Wadkins, 80.10%.

Greens in Regulation Pct. 1, Chien Soon Lu, 80.56%. 2, Dan Forsman, 79.37%. 3, David Eger, 79.29%. 4, Michael Allen, 78.70%. 5, Tom Pernice, Jr., 78.47%. 6, Fred Couples, 77.78%. 7 (tie), Tommy Armour III and Tom Lehman, 77.27%. 9, Olin Browne, 76.26%. 10, Two Tied With 75.79%.

Total Driving 1, Russ Cochran, 25. 2, Mike Reid, 39. 3, Hal Sutton, 40. 4 (tie), David Eger and Nick Price, 42. 6 (tie), Dan Forsman and Tom Watson, 44. 8, Hale Irwin, 46. 9 (tie), R.W. Eaks and Tom Purtzer, 48.

Putting Average 1, Michael Allen, 1.624. 2, Tom Watson, 1.641. 3, Ronnie Black, 1.644. 4, Andy North, 1.645. 5, Bernhard Langer, 1.653. 6, Fred Couples, 1.656. 7, Loren Roberts, 1.683. 8, Mark O’Meara, 1.686. 9, David Frost, 1.688. 10, Chien Soon Lu, 1.690.

Birdie Average 1, Michael Allen, 6.33. 2, Fred Couples, 5.79. 3, Tom Watson, 5.38. 4, Chien Soon Lu, 5.22. 5, Bernhard Langer, 5.18. 6, Corey Pavin, 5.08. 7, Tom Lehman, 4.91. 8 (tie), Sandy Lyle and Andy North, 4.80. 10, Jay Haas, 4.79.

Eagles (Holes per) 1 (tie), Tommy Armour III and Fred Couples, 42.0. 3, Tom Watson, 48.0. 4, Jeff Sluman, 61.2. 5, David Peoples, 72.0. 6 (tie), Ronnie Black and Peter Senior, 84.0. 8, Andy North, 90.0. 9, Four Tied With 99.0.

Sand Save Percentage 1, Fred Couples, 85.71%. 2, Gary Hallberg, 75.00%. 3, R.W. Eaks, 72.73%. 4, Mike Reid, 70.00%. 5 (tie), Bruce Fleisher, Larry Nelson, Andy North, Nick Price and Eduardo Romero, 66.67%. 10, Jerry Pate, 63.64%.

All-Around Ranking 1, Fred Couples, 68. 2, Michael Allen, 102. 3, Tom Watson, 126. 4, Nick Price, 129. 5 (tie), Russ Cochran and Bernhard Langer, 167. 7, Andy North, 173. 8, Tommy Armour III, 177. 9 (tie), Chien Soon Lu and Loren Roberts, 181.

Champions Schwab Cup Through April 25

PGA FedExCup leaders Rank Name 1. Ernie Els 2. Jim Furyk 3. Anthony Kim 4. Steve Stricker 5. Camilo Villegas 6. Phil Mickelson 7. Dustin Johnson 8. Matt Kuchar 9. Bill Haas 10. Ben Crane 11. Jason Bohn 12. K.J. Choi 13. Luke Donald 14. Hunter Mahan 15. Ian Poulter 16. Robert Allenby 17. J.B. Holmes 18. Geoff Ogilvy 19. Paul Casey 20. Retief Goosen 21. Ryan Palmer 22. Rickie Fowler 23. Nick Watney 24. Charles Howell III 25. Bubba Watson 26. Y.E. Yang 27. Kevin Na 28. Tim Clark 29. Vaughn Taylor 30. Brandt Snedeker 31. Justin Rose 32. Rory Sabbatini 33. Alex Prugh 34. Steve Marino 35. D.J. Trahan 36. Marc Leishman 37. Brian Davis

$1,984,467 $1,090,046 $1,052,731 $829,072 $807,636 $588,063 $540,513 $498,721 $445,802 $425,365 $407,053 $403,560 $358,693 $337,142 $295,141 $278,932 $260,913

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Q. Which Hall-of-Fame slugger finished his career with 2,597 strikeouts?

Monday’s Games

$2,049,820 $1,269,099 $1,233,830 $1,104,369 $982,725 $915,197 $847,770 $802,801 $667,023 $649,428 $636,551 $525,696 $513,509 $495,187 $492,750 $444,994 $428,651

1. Fred Couples 2. Bernhard Langer 3. Nick Price 4. Tom Watson 5. Tom Lehman 6. Mark O’Meara 7. John Cook 8. Joey Sindelar 9. Chien Soon Lu 10. Tommy Armour III 11. Ronnie Black 11. Dan Forsman 13. Mike Reid 14. Corey Pavin 15. Tom Pernice, Jr. 16. Russ Cochran 17. Mike Goodes 18. Keith Fergus 19. Hale Irwin 20. Loren Roberts 21. Michael Allen 22. Jay Haas 23. Scott Hoch 24. Andy Bean 25. Mark Wiebe

Points 1,015 818 461 437 375 366 343 303 264 229 211 211 202 199 167 162 161 145 143 141 132 125 115 111 106

Money $1,049,317 $839,641 $527,550 $467,883 $380,875 $457,867 $383,675 $317,342 $273,360 $264,750 $277,178 $275,564 $258,960 $267,060 $182,650 $226,580 $261,707 $223,134 $195,611 $276,847 $185,600 $193,088 $115,200 $163,438 $145,629

Champions Tour Liberty Mutual Legends of Golf Sunday at Savannah Harbor Golf Resort Savannah, Ga. Purse: $2.7 million Yardage: 7,087; Par: 72 Final Round (x-won on second playoff hole) Schwab Cup points in parentheses x-O’Meara/Price (460), $460,000 62-64-62—188 Cook/Sindelar (270), $270,000 62-65-61—188

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ATP Rome International Monday At Foro Italico, Rome Purse: $2.965 million (WT1000) Surface: Clay-Outdoor Singles First Round Santiago Giraldo, Colombia, def. Juan Carlos Ferrero (12), Spain, 6-0, 6-3. Paolo Lorenzi, Italy, def. Albert Montanes, Spain, 2-6, 6-4, 6-3. John Isner (14), United States, def. Horacio Zeballos, Argentina, 4-6, 7-6 (5), 7-5. Philipp Kohlschreiber, Germany, def. Pablo Cuevas, Uruguay, 6-7 (1), 6-1, 6-4. Ernests Gulbis, Latvia, def. Marcos Baghdatis, Cyprus, 6-2, 6-2. Potito Starace, Italy, def. Jan Hajek, Czech Republic, 6-2, 6-2. Guillermo Garcia-Lopez, Spain, def. Juan Ignacio Chela, Argentina, 6-2, 6-2. Juan Monaco (16), Argentina, def. Igor Andreev, Russia, 7-6 (4), 7-5. Julien Bennetau, France, def. Sam Querrey (15), United States, 7-6 (6), 3-6, 7-6 (2). Tomas Berdych (10), Czech Republic, def. Marcel Granollers, Spain, 6-3, 6-3. Michael Llodra, France, def. Aandreas Beck, Germany, 6-2, 3-6, 6-4. Filippo Volandri, Italy, def. Peter Luczak, Australia, 6-4, 6-3. Ivan Ljubicic (11), Croatia, def. Paul-Henri Mathieu, France, 7-5, 6-7 (1), 6-0.

Doubles First Round Yves Allegro and Roger Federer, Switzerland, def. Johan Brunstrom, Sweden, and Jean-Julien Rojer, Netherlands Antilles, 6-4, 7-6 (4).

WTA Porsche Grand Prix Monday At Porsche-Arena, Stuttgart, Germany Purse: $700,000 (Premier) Surface: Clay-Indoor Doubles First Round Julia Goerges and Jasmin Woehr, Germany, def. liga Dekmeijere, Latvia, and Tatian Poutchek, Belarus, 7-5, 7-6 (5). Alexandra Dulgheru, Romania, and Agnes Szavay, Hungary, def. Margalita Chakhnashvili, Georgia, and Julia Schruff, Germany, 6-4, 6-3. Sarah Borwell, Britain, and Raquel KopsJones, United States, def. Ana Ivanovic, Serbia, and Andrea Petkovic, Germany, 7-5, 3-6, 10-6 tiebreak.

WTA Fez Grand Prix Monday At Royal Tennis Club de Fes Fez, Morocco Purse: $220,000 (Intl.) Surface: Clay-Outdoor Singles First Round Iveta Besenova (7), Czech Republic, def. Olivia Rogowska, Australia, 6-0, 6-4. Ioana Raluca Olaru, Romania, def. Klara Zakopalova, Czech Republic, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4. Olga Savchuk, Ukraine, def. Patricia Mayr, Austria, 6-4, 7-6 (0).

Doubles First Round Jamila Groth, Australia, and Anne Keothavong, Britain, def. Lina Bennani and Intissar Rassif, Morocco, 6-1, 6-0. Katie O’Brien, Britain, and Ioana Raluca Olaru, Romania, def. Fatima Zahrae El Allami and Nadia Lalami, Morocco, 6-0, 6-3. Iveta Benesova, Czech Republic, and Anabel Medina Garrigues (1), Spain, def. Petra Martic, Croatia, and Patty Schnyder, Switzerland, 6-2, 6-2.

BASEBALL Major League Baseball

MLB—Named Dr. Charles Steinberg senior advisor for public affairs. Suspended N.Y. Mets LHP Angel Calero (St. Lucie-FSL) and free agent OF Socrates Brito 50 games apiece for testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug under the minor league program.

American League KANSAS CITY ROYALS—Claimed OF Jai Miller of waivers from Oakland (AL) and assigned him to Omaha (OCL). Transferred INF Josh Fields to the 60-day DL.

National League PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES—Agreed to terms with 1B Ryan Howard on a five-year contract extension through 2016. ST. LOUIS CARDINALS—Placed INF Felipe Lopez on the 15-day DL. Recalled OF John Jay and INF Tyler Greene from Memphis (PCL). Optioned OF Allen Craig to Memphis.

BASKETBALL National Basketball Association NBA—Fined Dallas C Erick Dampier $35,000 for publicly criticizing game officials after an April 23 game against San Antonio.

FOOTBALL National Football League ARIZONA CARDINALS—Signed QB Max Hall, CB Marshay Green, CB A.J. Jefferson, WR Max Komar, WR Juamorris Stewart, WR Stephen Williams, OT Devin Tyler, OT Casey Knips, C David Moosman and RB Alfonso Smith. ATLANTA FALCONS—Signed TE Leroy Banks, WR Tim Buckley, S Rafael Bush, CB Dominique Daniels, S Gabe Derricks, LS Justin Drescher, WR Brandyn Harvey, LB Weston Johnson, PK Garrett Lindholm, RB Dimitri Nance, TE Michael Palmer, TE Colin Peek, DE Emmanuel Stephens, WR Ryan Wolfe and LB Bear Woods. CAROLINA PANTHERS—Agreed to terms with RB Daniel Porter, FB Rashawn Jackson, WR Trey Young, TE Andrew George, G Noah Franklin, G Kurtis Gregory, G Ray Hisatake, T Mark Ortmann, DT Andre Neblett, LB Sean Ware, S Matt O’Hanlon, K Aaron Pettrey and P Blake Haudan. CHICAGO BEARS—Agreed to terms with WR Vic Hall. DALLAS COWBOYS—Agreed to terms with PK Delbert Alvarado, NT Junior Aumavae, OT Will Barker, S Barry Church, G-C Phil Costa, WR Rashaun Greer, FB Chris Gronkowski, WR Terrell Hudgins, CB Bryan McCann, S Danny McCray, RB Lonyae Miller, QB Matt Nichols, G-C Chet Teofilo, OT Mike Tepper, TE Nick Tow-Arnett, WR Verran Tucker and DE Lorenzo Washington. GREEN BAY PACKERS—Released LB Jeremy Thompson. JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS—Released DT John Henderson, LB Brian Iwuh, DT Montavious Stanley and LB Tank Daniels. Withdrew its qualifying offer to LB Clint Ingram. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS—Released LB Adalius Thomas. NEW ORLEANS SAINTS—Agreed to terms with LB Jason Beauchamp, LB Harry Coleman, WR Chris Bell, RB Carlos Brown, RB Christian Ducre, RB Chris Ivory, G Brandon Carter, G Joe Tonga, DE Junior Galette, DE Brandon Sharpe, LS Clint Gresham, S Ryan Hamilton, DT Jay Ross and CB Marcell Young. NEW YORK GIANTS—Signed QB Dominic Randolph, TE Jake Ballard, WR Tim Brown, WR Duke Calhoun, WR Victor Cruz, OL Dennis Landolt, C Jim Cordle, DE Ayanga Okpokowuruk, DT Nate Collins, LB Lee Campbell, CB Seth Williams, CB Leon Wright and S Michael Greco. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES—Agreed to terms with DT Charles Alexander, WR Blue Cooper, G Zipp Duncan, QB Joey Elliott, OT Austin Howard, WR Kevin Jurovich, OT Jeraill McCuller, CB Josh Morris, CB David Pender, WR Pat Simonds and FB Chris Zardas. PITTSBURGH STEELERS—Signed G Dorian Brooks, S Da’Mon Cromartie-Smith, OT Kyle Jolly, FB Demetrius Taylor, DT Cordarrow Thompson, S Justin Thornton and C-G A.J. Trump. ST. LOUIS RAMS—Agreed to terms with DT Jermelle Cudjo, LB Freddie Harris, LB Cardia Jackson, S Jeromy Jones, LB Simoni Lawrence, QB Thaddeus Lewis, FB Jamie McCoy, WR Brandon McRae, WR Roderick Owens, S Darian Stewart, FB Kennedy Tinsley, RB Keith Toston and RB DeMaundray Woolridge. SAN DIEGO CHARGERS—Agreed to terms with WR Seyi Ajirotutu, OT Brady Bond, TE Richard Brockel, TE Dajleon Farr, WR Richard Goodman, C-G Jeff Hansen, FB Cory Jackson, WR Jordyn Jackson, OT Justin Jeffries, P Cort Johnson, LB Brandon Lang, RB Shawnbrey McNeal, OT Ryan Otterson, OT Stephan Richmond, CB Traye Simmons, WR Ernest Smith, WR Marcel Thompson, WR Bryan Walters, WR Jeremy Williams and LB Kion Wilson. SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS—Signed LB Travis LaBoy to a one-year contract. Agreed to terms with LB Mike Balogun LB, CB Tramaine Brock, QB Jarrett Brown, WR Shay Hodge, LB Keaton Kristick, WR Scott Long, S Christopher Maragos, WR Jared Perry, CB Patrick Stoudamire and CB-S Leroy Vann. TAMPA BAY BUCCANNERS—Signed DE Brandon Gilbeaux, OT Derek Hardman, PK Hunter Lawrence, TE Jeron Mastrud, LB Rico McCoy, WR Preston Parker, G Sergio Render, G Vladimir Richard, DB Dennis Rogan, DE James Ruffin, QB Jevan Snead and OT James Williams. Released G Shawn Murphy, P Sam Paulescu, CB Stoney Woodson, DT Chris Hovan, OL Arron Sears and FB B.J. Askew. TENNESSEE TITANS—Agreed to terms with RB LeGarrette Blount, RB Stafon Johnson, C Kevin Matthews, C Bruce Matthews, C Kenneth Alfred, OL Nick Howell, OL John Malecki, RB Dominique Lindsay, FB Willie Rose, TE Gerald Harris, TE Steve Pfahler, WR Mico McSwain, WR Bobby Sewall, LB Jacob Lewko, LB Patrick Trahan and DT Joe Joseph.

HOCKEY National Hockey League CAROLINA HURRICANES—Named Jim Ballweg senior director of corporate sponsorships and Brian Tatum senior director of team operations. NEW JERSEY DEVILS—Announced the retirement of coach Jacques Lemaire.

WINTER SPORTS Bobsleigh U.S. NATIONAL BOBSLED TEAM—Announced the resignation of Sepp and Francois Plozza, men’s and women’s coaches to take the same roles in Switzerland.

COLLEGE ARKANSAS-MONTICELLO—Announced the resignation of men’s basketball coach Mike Newell. CREIGHTON—Named Greg McDermott men’s basketball coach. EAST CAROLINA—Named Joe Crump men’s assistant soccer coach. OREGON—Named Dana Altman men’s basketball coach and signed him to a sevenyear contract. PFEIFFER—Announced the resignation of men’s basketball coach Dave Davis to take a similar position at Newberry. UCLA—Named Philip Mathews men’s assistant basketball coach.

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Derby favorite Eskendereya out with swollen leg

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Todd Pletcher sank into the chair and wearily turned toward the cameras. The Eclipse Award-winning trainer has grown accustomed to disappointment at the Kentucky Derby — where he’s winless in 24 starts — but never quite like this. Pletcher pulled likely favorite Eskendereya (pronounced Es-ken-der-AE-ah) out of the Derby on Sunday due to swelling in the 3-yearold chestnut colt’s left front leg. Eskendereya had been so dominant in winning the Wood Memorial and Fountain of Youth Stakes by a combined 181⁄4 lengths he would have easily been the morning line favorite when the expected 20-horse field is set Wednesday afternoon. Oddsmaker Mike Battaglia said he could have put the odds on Eskendereya as low as 9-5, an eye-poppingly low number in a race as wide-open as the Derby.

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Hoke, Franklin qualify out of PTC ENTERPRISE STAFF REPORTS

GOLF AT JAMESTOWN PARK JAMESTOWN – Northwest Guilford shot a blistering 293 on Monday to win the Piedmont Triad 4A Conference Tournament by 28 shots at Jamestown Park. Ragsdale finished second in the 18-hole event at 321, just ahead of Southwest Guilford (323) and Glenn (324). East Forsyth carded a 332, followed by High Point Central (348) and Parkland (380). Individual medalist honors went to Northwest’s Drew Johnson and Glenn’s Christian Hawley, who fired 2-under-par 70s. Davis Hoke shot a 76 to lead Southwest, which got an 81 from Colin Burnett, an 82 by Garrett Wydysh and an 84 from Christian Maultsby. Justin Franklin paced the Bison with a 77, leading teammates Houstin Butler (85), Sam Duckett (93) and Matt Krawcyzk (93). Ragsdale’s counting scores came from Kevin Herron (73), Gabe Snyder (77), Elliott Cobb (85) and Justin Mayfield and Josh Boyce, who each shot 86. Northwest, East and Glenn finished 1-2-3 in the conference standings and will represent the PTC on Monday at Forest Oaks for the 4A regional. Hoke and Franklin were among the top four individuals from teams that did not make the cut and also will play with a shot at advancing to the 4A championship.

AT THE MEADOWLANDS WALLBURG – High Point Christian Academy edged Calvary Baptist Day School for a six-stroke victory on Monday at The Meadowlands. The Cougars carded 185 to 191 for Calvary Baptist over the par-36 layout. HPCA’s Brian Segers earned medalist honors at 41. Teammate Tulley Dominguez shot 45, while Josh Craft recorded a 48 and Zach Eanes had a 51. HPCA plays Caldwell Academy today at Pleasant Ridge in Greensboro.

Panthers cruised to first in the Mid-Piedmont 3A Conference Tournament. The Panthers’ Chad Miller took medalist honors for the event with an even-par 72 at Tot Hill Farm. Will Essick placed third overall with a 76, just ahead of Steven Fuquay (78) and Cam Weis (79). Aaron Abts’ 81 was good enough for eighth place even though his score didn’t count for Ledford. Asheboro was 27 shots behind Ledford’s team score of 305. Northeast Guilford was a distant third at 387, followed by North Forsyth (401) and Southern Guilford (416).

AT PILOT KNOB PARK PILOT MOUNTAIN – East Surry held off Bishop McGuinness by four shots for the Northwest 1A/2A Conference Tournament title Monday at Pilot Knob Park. East fired a 315 to Bishop’s 319, with North Stokes carding a 327 to edge North Surry by two shots for third place. South Stokes was fifth at 338, followed by West Stokes (341), Mount Airy (365) and Surry Central (376). The individual medalist was North Surry’s Taylor Coalson with a 4-over-par 74. Stanhope Johnson led Bishop with a 76 – good for third place – while the Villains’ John Ruggiero tied for fifth at 79.

LACROSSE NCHSAA PLAYOFFS KERNERSVILLE – The first-ever N.C. High School Athletic Association boys and girls lacrosse playoffs begin this week. The open championship – with teams from all four classifications – kicks off Friday for most schools. The only local squad to earn a berth was Bishop McGuinness. The Villain boys (7-5) visit Greensboro Page (11-3).

BASEBALL TRINITY 16, ATKINS 2

frames and four more in the third. Rhyne Kivett also was 3-for-4 with a double, triple and two runs batted in. Jake Smith, Ryan Spencer and Chad Wagoner each had two hits. Spencer scored four runs, Wagoner crossed the plate three times and Smith drove in two. Joseph Anders pitched three innings for the win, allowing two hits and striking out two. Trinity, now 15-6 overall and 6-2 in the PAC-6 2A, visits Atkins today.

Point Christian Academy cruised past Burlington Christian Academy for an 18-2 victory in four innings on Monday. Tatum Fogle earned the win for the Cougars (10-3), tossing all four innings with seven strikeouts. She also went 2-for-4 with three RBIs and two runs. Mychelle Gonzalez finished 3-for-4 with four RBIs and three runs, while Cayla Cecil went 2for-3 with two runs and an RBI. Macy Scarborough finished 2-for-3 with four RBIs, while Lindsay Cecil was 2-for-3 with three WESTCHESTER 8, runs and an RBI. SOUTHLAKE 4 HPCA hosts Metrolina HIGH POINT – Mickey Williard’s two-run double today at 4:30 p.m. in the bottom of the fifth inning gave Westchester SOUTHERN GUILFORD 12, Country Day School the TRINITY 4 lead en route to an 8-4 win TRINITY – Southern Guilover SouthLake Christian ford picked up a 12-4 win in Monday’s nonconfer- over Trinity in nonconence match. ference action Monday. Morgan Hendricks Devin McLemore powered the Wildcat offense tossed a complete-game with a two-run homer and three-hitter for the Storm sacrifice fly, while D.J. (14-4), striking out seven Russ was 3-for-4 with two with three walks. Jessica Frame went 3runs. Micah Hedgepeth went 2-for-2 with two RBIs for-5 with two doubles for the Wildcats, who im- and three RBIs for Southproved to 15-4 entering ern, while Amber Stanley tonight’s first-place show- finished 3-for-4 with two down at home against High RBIs, Hendricks went 2Point Christian Academy. for-3 and Katie Nelson Joe Max Floyd struck was 1-for-1 with a double. out seven in seven innings Southern plays at Southwestern Randolph today for the mound win. at 7 p.m. For the Bulldogs, Dallas WESLEYAN 11, FORSYTH COUNTRY DAY 7 Paris and Lindsey Frazier HIGH POINT – A seven-run each went 2-for-3, while third inning sparked Wes- Scout Albertson was 1leyan Christian Academy for-4. Trinity (7-8) visits T. to an 11-7 victory Monday Wingate Andrews today. over Forsyth Country Day in the opener of a three- E. MONTGOMERY 2, game PACIS series. WHEATMORE 0 David Anderson paced BISCOE – East Montgomthe Trojans at the plate, ery edged Wheatmore 2-0 going 3-for-4 with a dou- in nonconference action ble, two runs scored and on Monday. three RBIs. Kyle Washam The Warriors (13-5) held was 2-for-4, Nick Black- a 5-4 advantage in hits in a wood had a single, double hard-fought battle. and an RBI, and Nathan Cat Tupper went 2-forMidkiff finished 2-for-2 3 for Wheatmore and with an RBI. also tossed a completeBlackwood got the game four-hitter with mound win, allowing four five strikeouts to take the earned runs and seven tough-luck loss. hits in six innings. He imMartika Yousef finished proved to 4-1 for the year. 1-for-2 for Wheatmore, Bennett Hixson worked while Betty Denny was 1the seventh for Wesleyan, for-3 and Taylar Pridgen now 12-6 overall and 4-0 was 1-for-4. in the PACIS entering toWheatmore plays host day’s game at FCD. to Atkins today at 5 p.m.

TRINITY – Will Albertson went 3-for-4 with a triple, home run and five RBIs to spark Trinity’s 16-2 romp AT TOT HILL FARM past Atkins on Monday. ASHEBORO – Four LedThe Bulldogs pounded SOFTBALL SOCCER ford golfers shot in the 70s 18 hits in the five-inning Monday and five were in game, scoring five runs HPCA 18, BURL. CHRISTIAN 2 TRINITY 11, ANDREWS 0 the top 10 overall as the in the second and fourth BURLINGTON – High HIGH POINT – Taylor

Goal on corner kick lifts East ENTERPRISE STAFF REPORT

to lift East Davidson to a 3-2 win over Thomasville. THOMASVILLE – Taylor Hallman also had the Hallman curved a corner first goal for visiting kick into the net in the East, then assisted Haley second 10-minute over- Grimsley on the second. time period Monday night Kori Shadrick made six

saves in goal for the win as East improved to 6-71 overall and 5-2 in the Central Carolina 2A Conference entering Wednesday’s trip to Central Davidson.

Johnson leads Marlins past Padres, 10-1 MIAMI (AP) – Josh Johnson pitched a three-hitter, had a career-high 12 strikeouts and drove in three runs to help the Florida Marlins beat the San Diego Padres 10-1 Monday night. Dan Uggla homered and drove in three runs for Florida. Hanley Ramirez also homered. Johnson (2-1), who signed a $39 million, four-year contract in Janu-

ary, pitched past the sixth inning for the first time in five starts this season. He walked one and threw 117 pitches in his fourth career complete game, his first since June 14, 2009. The three-hitter was a career best. Johnson also went 3 for 4. He singled home a run in the second and added a two-run single in the third.

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Hembree booted three goals and dished two assists to lead a balanced attack as Trinity rolled past T.W. Andrews for an 11-0 victory on Monday evening. Logan Terry added two goals and an assist for the Bulldogs (14-4-1, 6-0 PAC-6 2A). Bethany Hunter and Elizabeth Adkins each tallied a goal and an assist, while Allison Floyd, Allison Lewis, Natalie Hunter and Brook Dills netted a goal apiece for the Bulldogs. Emily Rogers dished an assist for Trinity. Morgan Loeffler, Patience Barnette and Chrissy Latta split time in goal for the Bulldogs. Trinity plays host to rival Wheatmore on Wednesday at 6 p.m. Senior Night will be observed.

WHEATMORE 9, ATKINS 0 TRINITY – Leah Wright and Lexa Wall each figured in four goals Monday night as Wheatmore blasted Atkins 9-0. Wright had a hat trick and added an assist, while Wall found the back of the net one time and assisted on three goals. Maddy Myers had two goals and an assist for the Warriors, while Paige Hudson, Josephine Watson and Candice Lockhart scored once. Watson added an assist for Wheatmore, while Hannah Ryan got the shutout in goal. The Warriors, now 131-1 overall and 4-1 in the PAC-6 2A, visit Trinity on Wednesday.

TENNIS ELON 8, WESTCHESTER 1 HIGH POINT – Brian Ball picked up a victory at No. 6 singles for the lone Wildcat point in the Elon School’s 8-1 victory on Monday afternoon over Westchester Country Day. The Wildcats (4-8) play host to Wesleyan Christian Academy today at 4 p.m.

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Johnson takes blame for Gordon wreck at Talladega TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) – Jimmie Johnson took the blame for making a mistake that ultimately led to teammate Jeff Gordon’s wreck at Talladega Superspeedway. Johnson said he was trying to slide in front of Gordon late in Sunday’s race so the two Hendrick Motorsports drivers could draft together toward the front. But, he said Gordon was coming too fast. Johnson’s move instead had the effect of a block, and Gordon was forced off the apron in a defensive move. His momentum gone, Gordon slide back in traffic and was caught moments later in a multi-car crash. “I misjudged the closing rate,� Johnson told The Associated Press. “We all make mistakes, I am no different. “Certainly, that was my fault. I made the mistake there.� Gordon, who drove his damaged car to a 22nd-place finish, was furious with his teammate after the race. “The 48 is testing my patience, I can tell you that,� Gordon said Sunday at Talladega Superspeedway. “It takes a lot to make me mad.� Johnson was involved in his own accident later and finished 31st. Johnson had already left the track when Gordon, also a four-time series champion, talked of his frustration with his teammate. “I would have stuck around if I knew what was waiting for me,� Johnson said in a phone interview with the AP. But Johnson again dismissed any notion of a rift with the driver who helped him get his break with Hendrick Motorsports. The two tangled a week ago at Texas Motor Speedway.

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The High Point Enterprise presents: Meet the Seniors

CAMERON CECIL

JULIA BARKER

GABRIEL SNYDER

BRAEDEN MOORE

JOHN PARKER

School: High Point Christian Academy Sport played: Baseball Family: Dale, Cindy, Cayla Favorite restaurant: Alex’s House Favorite foods: Steak Foods to avoid: Anything from a certain Asian food restaurant Favorite teacher/class: Mrs. Norris, Teacher Assistant Favorite TV shows: Cops, Pawn Stars, American Pickers Favorite movies: Hot Rod, Nacho Libre, You Don’t Mess with the Zohan Favorite musical group or singer: Jinc Ent., GS Boyz Favorite sports teams: Kentucky, Carolina Panthers Favorite athletes: John Wall, J.T. Terrell Biggest rival: Greensboro Day Favorite memory playing sports: Winning the state championship, and the student section for basketball Three words that best describe me: Entertaining, outgoing ... Hobbies: Wakeboarding Future goals: Civil Engineering at UNCC If I become a millionaire by age 20, I will: Have the biggest Xterra in the world.

School: Southwest Guilford Sport played: Lacrosse Family: Dad, Mom, Amber, Danielle, Savannah, Andrew and Garrett Favorite restaurant: Outback Steakhouse Favorite foods: Mashed potatoes Foods to avoid: Broccoli Favorite teacher: Boulton Favorite TV show: So You Think You Can Dance Favorite movie: Down Periscope Favorite musical group or singer: Taylor Swift Favorite sports team: Atlanta Braves Favorite athlete: Chipper Jones Biggest rival: Ragsdale Favorite memory playing sports: My first interception Role models: Parents Three words that best describe me: Hard-working, nice, trustworthy Celebrity dream date: Taylor Lautner Dream vacation: Barcelona, Spain Hobbies: Photography Future goals: BYU, then graduate school for Photography If I become a millionaire by age 20, I will: Travel!

School: Ragsdale Sports played: Golf, swimming Family: Barry and Joyce Snyder, Ben, Abigail, Lydia, Michael Favorite restaurant: Zeko’s Favorite foods: Italian Foods to avoid: I’ll eat anything Favorite teacher: Ryan Moody Favorite TV show: The Office Favorite movies: Tommy Boy, Anchorman Favorite musical group or singer: Dave Matthews Band Favorite sports teams: Carolina Panthers, Tar Heels Favorite athlete: Hunter Mahan Biggest rival: Duke Favorite memory playing sports: My first big win in Myrtle Beach Role model: My dad Three words that best describe me: Easy-going, friendly, hard-working Celebrity dream date: Jessica Simpson Dream vacation: Scotland Hobbies: Any spare time I have I spend with friends Future goals: Attend Campbell and become a lawyer If I become a millionaire by age 20, I will: Give most of it to help aid Africa.

School: Westchester Sports played: Golf, cheerleading Family: Mom Leslie, dad David, brother Will Favorite restaurant: Fleming’s Favorite foods: Mushrooms and steak Foods to avoid: Sandwiches Favorite teacher: Barbara Crowell Favorite TV show: True Blood Favorite movies: Forrest Gump, Sweet Home Alabama Favorite musical group or singer: John Butler Trio, John Mayer Favorite sports team: UNC Tar Heels Favorite athlete: Patrick Jackson Biggest rivals: HPCA, Calvary Favorite memory playing sports: Making the boys middle school golf team Role model: LeBron James Three words that best describe me: Vivacious, bubbly, personable Celebrity dream date: Stewie Griffin Dream vacation: Backpacking through Europe Hobbies: Music, fishing Future goals: Plastic surgeon If I become a millionaire by age 20, I will: Buy an exotic pet.

School: Southwest Guilford Sport played: Golf Family: Parents Alan and Juli Parker, brother Robert Parker Favorite restaurant: Big Ed’s Chicken Pit Favorite foods: Fried chicken, pizza Foods to avoid: None Favorite class: Band Favorite TV shows: Big Bang Theory, House Favorite movies: Donnie Darko, The Dark Knight Favorite music: Breaking Benjamin, Creed Favorite sports team: UNC Favorite athlete: Phil Mickelson Biggest rival: Duke Favorite memory playing sports: Just having fun Role models: My grandparents Three words that best describe me: Passionate, energetic, sociable Celebrity dream date: Undecided Dream vacation: New Zealand Hobbies: Basketball, music, soccer Future goals: Enroll in a fouryear college If I become a millionaire by age 20, I will: Buy my mom a house.

Panthers reach deals with 13 undrafted rookies CHARLOTTE (AP) – After not drafting an offensive lineman for the first time in 12 years, the Carolina Panthers have reached terms with four undrafted rookie linemen. Running back Daniel Porter of Louisiana Tech, fullback Rashawn Jackson of Virginia and receiver

Trey Young of South Carolina State were also among the 13 players reaching deals Monday. The rookie offensive linemen signed to help Carolina’s depth at this weekend’s minicamp include Noah Franklin of Oklahoma State, Kurtis Gregory of Missouri, Ray Hisatake of Hawaii

and Mark Ortmann of Michigan. The Panthers also signed tight end Andrew George of BYU, defensive tackle Andre Neblett of Temple, linebacker Sean Ware of New Hampshire, safety Matt O’Hanlon, kicker Aaron Pettrey of Ohio State and punter Blake Haudan of Minnesota.

Roethlisberger won’t appeal suspension PITTSBURGH (AP) – Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger says he won’t appeal his six-game suspension for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy. Emphasizing he committed no crime, Roethlisberger apologized Monday to his teammates and fans for his behavior last month in a Georgia bar, where a 20-yearold college student accused him of sexual assault. He also admitted he is disappointed with himself and promised to make the changes expected of him by the league and his team. Roethlisberger was cleared of charges because a prosecutor says the case was not strong enough to pursue, but he was chastised by authorities and NFL commissioner Roger Goodell for his behavior. In a short statement released by the team, Roethlisberger promised

he will not put himself in such a situation again. “The commissioner’s decision to suspend me speaks clearly that more is expected of me. I am accountable for the consequences of my actions. Though I have committed no crime, I regret that I have fallen short of the values instilled in me by my family,” Roethlisberger said in the statement. “I will not appeal the suspension and will comply with what is asked of me — and more.” In his first comments since being suspended Wednesday by Goodell, Roethlisberger said it will be “devastating” to miss games. “I am sorry to let down my teammates and the entire Steelers fan base. I am disappointed that I have reached this point and will not put myself in this situation again,” Roethlisberger said. “I appreciate

the opportunities that I have been given in my life and will make the necessary improvements.” Roethlisberger is the first player suspended by Goodell under the conduct policy who hasn’t been arrested or charged with a crime. Goodell said the league’s conduct policy gave him the right to impose discipline regardless of whether Roethlisberger broke the law. “In your six years in the NFL, you have first thrilled and now disappointed a great many people,” Goodell wrote. “I urge you to take full advantage of this opportunity to get your life and career back on track.” The suspension can be reduced to four games if Roethlisberger completes an evaluation mandated by the league, any action that is mandated by that evaluation and he remains out of trouble. He can practice during training camp .

HPU gets four wins in VertKlasse Meeting SPECIAL TO THE ENTERPRISE

ny Killough placed sixth in 18:13.89 and Emily Webb took seventh in HIGH POINT – The High Point 18:19.17. Rachel Webb cleared 10University men’s and women’s 6 in the pole vault to place eighth track teams got four wins as it and better her HPU record of 9-8.5 hosted the second annual VertK- set last year. lasse Meeting on Sunday night at For the HPU men, senior Josh Vert Stadium. Morgan won the 800 in 1:51.44 and On the women’s side, sopho- junior TJ Brancaccio cleared 14more Christina Fenske won the 3.25 to win the pole vault. high jump with a leap of 5-5.25 and Taylor Milne, a 2005 HPU alum sophomore Manika Gamble won who competed in the 2008 Olymthe 400 hurdles in 58.98. pics for Canada, won the 5,000 in HPU also got a strong show- 14:10.15. Behind Milne, HPU seing from Geneva Winterink, who nior Cole Atkins placed second in placed fifth in the 1,500 in 4:45.33, 14:42.40. and in the women’s 5,000 as BrittaJunior Justin Conaway sprinted

to a third-place finish with a time of 10.95 in the 100 dash and junior Jevin Monds took third in the 1,500 in 3:51.78. The name “VertKlasse” is based on the Weltklasse Zürich meet (pronounced VELT-class ZUR-ick, German for World Class Zurich), a famed international meet held annually in Switzerland. The name “Vert” was added in honor of one of HPU’s greatest benefactors, Richard Vert, for whom Vert Stadium is named. Vert was a member of the HPU cross country and track teams in the 1960s.

Four Wolfpack players face drug charges RALEIGH (AP) – Four North Carolina State football players face drug charges after police found marijuana in their offcampus apartment. Raleigh police say offensive tackle Jake Vermiglio and defensive tackles Markus Kuhn and J.R. Sweezy each were charged with possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and

maintaining a dwelling for the use of controlled substances. All-Atlantic Coast Conference tight end George Bryan was charged with maintaining a dwelling for the use of controlled substances. All charges are misdemeanors. The players were cited along with a fifth person early Saturday.

Patriots release linebacker Thomas THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

BOSTON – The New England Patriots on Monday released former Pro Bowl linebacker Adalius Thomas, who joined the team as a high-profile free agent in 2007, but fell into disfavor with coach Bill Belichick last season. The decision, announced by the team on Monday, leaves Thomas, 32, free to sign with any other NFL team. His agent, Bus Cook, did not immediately return a phone message. The linebacker signed a five-year, $35 million deal with the Patriots after seven seasons with the Baltimore Ravens, where he played alongside Ray Lewis. He was voted to the Pro Bowl in 2003 and again in 2006. Thomas had 141⁄2 sacks in his three seasons in New England. But his lowest total came in 2009, when he had only three sacks. The Patriots drafted linebacker Brandon Spikes in the second round last week and also selected his Florida teammate, Jermaine Cunningham, who played defensive end in college but may be con-

verted to linebacker in the pros. Thomas’ departure leaves New England thin at outside linebacker, with Tully Banta-Cain the top returning veteran.

JAGS RELEASE 2-TIME PRO BOWLER HENDERSON JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Jaguars have released two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle John Henderson, opening up a starting spot for firstround draft pick Tyson Alualu. The team also released linebacker Brian Iwuh, defensive tackle Montavious Stanley and linebacker Tank Daniels, and withdrew its qualifying offer to linebacker Clint Ingram. The Jaguars tried to trade Henderson during the draft, got no takers and decided to part with the eight-year veteran whose production dipped in recent years. A first-round pick in 2002, the 6-foot-7, 335pound Henderson averaged 84 tackles and 41⁄2 sacks during his first four seasons. He averaged 561⁄2 tackles and 21⁄2 sacks the last four years.

Tuesday April 27, 2010

Business: Pam Haynes

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GOP blocks financial overhaul WASHINGTON (AP) – Undaunted by a Senate setback, Democrats appeared increasingly confident Monday they will be able to take advantage of Americans’ anger at Wall Street and push through the most sweeping new controls on financial institutions since the Great Depression. The Senate, in a 57-41 vote, failed to get the 60 supporters needed to proceed on the regulatory overhaul. One Democrat, Sen. Ben Nelson of Nebraska, joined with the Republicans. But the evening vote was just part of a legislative ballet keeping bipartisan talks alive. At the end, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid switched his vote to “no,” too, but that was just a maneuver that will en-

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CEO: Goldman didn’t bet against clients WASHINGTON – Goldman Sachs’ chief executive says in prepared remarks to Congress that the firm didn’t bet against its clients and can’t survive without their trust. CEO Lloyd Blankfein and several other executives will testify today to the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations. Earlier this month, the Securities and Exchange Commission filed a civil fraud case against the bank, saying it misled investors about securities tied to home loans.

Oil falls below $85 per barrel NEW YORK – Oil prices eased on Monday on a stronger dollar and ample crude inventories, after jumping last week. Benchmark crude for May delivery fell 94 cents to $84.18 a barrel in afternoon trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange.

Caterpillar profits, sees growing economy OMAHA, Neb. – Caterpillar says the global economy is clearly improving, so it’s planning to increase production of its mining equipment after reporting a strong first-quarter profit on Monday. The Peoria, Ill. company offered an encouraging view of the economy and predicted worldwide growth of about 3.5 percent. But Caterpillar has still only hired back about 2,000 people since eliminating 19,000 full-time jobs and about 18,000 contract ENTERPRISE NEWS SERVICE REPORTS

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able him to call for a new tally as early as today. Democrats believe that public pressure and the scent of a Wall Street scandal have given them the upper hand. Republicans themselves have taken up the Democrats Wall Streetbashing rhetoric and have voiced hope that a bill will ultimately pass. In that light, the path to final approval seems clearer than it ever did during the contentious debate over health care. The financial overhaul bill is a priority of President Barack Obama and, after health care, its passage would build on his legislative successes – an important political consideration in an election year. The House has already passed its version

of new bank regulations. Less than an hour before the scheduled vote, the White House issued its official endorsement of the bill, saying Obama would oppose adding any loopholes. Following the vote, the president said he was “deeply disappointed” and urged Senators to put the interests of the country ahead of party. “Some of these senators may believe that this obstruction is a good political strategy, and others may see delay as an opportunity to take this debate behind closed doors, where financial industry lobbyists can water down reform or kill it altogether,” Obama said in a statement. “But the American people can’t afford that.”

Treasury plans first Citigroup sale WASHINGTON (AP) – The Treasury Department said Monday that it plans to sell up to 1.5 billion shares of Citigroup stock, its latest move to unwind the support it provided big banks during the financial crisis. The sales, which amount to about 20 percent of the government’s ownership stake, could begin as soon as Monday, according to a person familiar with the transaction. The person wasn’t authorized to speak on the record about the deal. The government received about 7.7 billion shares, or a 27 percent ownership stake, as compensation for the massive support it extended to the bank during the height of the financial crisis in late 2008. Treasury said last month that it would soon begin selling its Citigroup stock and planned to complete the sales this year. The sales should earn a tidy profit for the government, which purchased the common stock in the

summer of 2009 at a share price of $3.25. Citigroup shares fell 19 cents, or 3.9 percent, to $4.67 in midday trading Monday. If the government sold all its 7.7 billion shares at $4.70, it would receive about $36.2 billion in proceeds. That’s $11.2 billion above the $25 billion it paid for the shares. By selling its stock over time, the Treasury is taking a risk that Citigroup’s share price could dip below $3.25, resulting in a loss on some of the sales, said Linus Wilson, assistant professor of finance at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. But “there’s a very good chance” that Treasury will be able to sell between 50 million and 100 million shares a day “and exit with a profit,” Wilson said. In a statement Monday, Treasury said it planned to proceed with the sales of the Citigroup common stock “in an orderly fashion under a pre-arranged trading plan with Morgan Stanley, Treasury’s sales agent.”

Forecasters optimistic about economy NEW YORK (AP) – Economists are more optimistic about growth this year as industries increasingly report better profits and add new jobs, though they still expect the recovery to remain slow, a new survey shows. Seventy percent of those surveyed by The National Association for Business Economics believe real GDP will grow by more than 2 percent this year, up from 61 percent who said the same in January.

Twenty-four percent are predicting real GDP will grow by more than 3 percent in 2010, up from 14 percent earlier this year. The NABE forecast, released Monday, shows fewer jobs are being shed, more are being created and more companies are making money. But rising wages and materials costs, weak pricing power and still-tight credit conditions may be curbing capital spending.

LOCAL FUNDS % Chg.

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- 0.29%

16.85

16.32

AMERICAN FDS BOND FD OF AMERICA 12.00 0.00

0.00%

11.98

11.91

AMERICAN FDS CAP INCOME BUILDER 48.59 0.02

0.04%

48.19

47.72

AMERICAN FDS CAPITAL WORLD GROW 34.71 0.09

0.26%

34.12

33.67

AMERICAN FDS EUROPACIFIC GROWTH 39.20 0.21

0.54%

38.57

38.17

AMERICAN FDS FUNDAMENTAL INVS A 34.96 - 0.11

- 0.31%

34.14

32.68

AMERICAN FDS GROWTH FD OF AMERI 29.26 - 0.09

- 0.31%

28.57

27.32

AMERICAN FDS INCOME FD OF AMERI 16.10 - 0.02

- 0.12%

15.86

15.47

AMERICAN FDS INVESTMENT CO OF A 27.44 - 0.08

- 0.29%

26.80

25.84

AMERICAN FDS NEW PERSPECTIVE A 26.75 0.04

0.15%

26.29

25.53

AMERICAN FDS WASHINGTON MUTUAL 26.17 - 0.10

- 0.38%

25.58

24.61

DAVIS NEW YORK VENTURE FUND A 33.28 - 0.18

- 0.54%

32.40

30.92

DODGE COX INCOME FUND 13.14

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13.07

DODGE COX INTERNATIONAL STOCK 33.73 0.14

0.42%

32.93

32.06

DODGE COX STOCK FUND 105.60

- 0.46

- 0.43%

102.65

97.17

FIDELITY CONTRA FUND 62.58

- 0.23

- 0.37%

60.69

57.83

FIDELITY DIVERSIFIED INTERNATIO 28.66 0.06

0.21%

28.20

27.80

FIDELITY FREEDOM 2020 FUND 13.37 - 0.02

- 0.15%

13.04

12.70

FIDELITY GROWTH CO FUND 76.67 - 0.18

- 0.23%

73.75

68.66

FIDELITY LOWPRICED STOCK FUND 36.51 - 0.13

- 0.35%

34.95

32.40

FIDELITY MAGELLAN 70.27

- 0.51%

67.76

64.33

TGIT TEMPTON INCOME FUND CLASS 2.76 0.02

- 0.36

0.73%

2.68

2.60

HARBOR INTERNATIONAL FUND INSTI 56.08 0.13

0.23%

55.29

54.38

PIMCO FUNDS TOTAL RETURN FUND C 11.08 0.00

0.00%

11.04

10.96

PIMCO FUNDS TOTAL RETURN FUND A 11.08 0.00

0.00%

11.04

10.96

PIMCO FUNDS TOTAL RETURN FUND I 11.08 0.00

0.00%

11.04

10.96

VANGUARD 500 INDEX FD ADMIRAL S 111.75 - 0.48

- 0.43%

108.48

103.17

VANGUARD INDEX TRUST 500 INDEX 111.74 - 0.48

- 0.43%

108.47

103.15

VANGUARD GNMA FUND ADMIRAL SHS 10.74 0.01

0.09%

10.76

10.77

VANGUARD INSTITUTIONAL INDEX 111.00 - 0.48

- 0.43%

107.75

102.48

VANGUARD INSTITUTIONAL INDEX FU 111.00 - 0.48

- 0.43%

107.76

102.49

VANGUARD MID CAP GROWTH FUND 17.16 - 0.07

- 0.41%

16.39

15.27

VANGUARD PRIMECAP FUND 63.39 0.00

0.00%

61.82

58.87

VANGUARD BOND INDEX FD TOTAL BO 10.45 0.01

0.10%

10.44

10.45

VANGUARD TOTAL INTERNATIONAL ST 14.85 0.05

0.34%

14.66

14.47

VANGUARD TOTAL STOCK MARKET IND 30.30 - 0.12

- 0.39%

29.24

27.62

VANGUARD WELLINGTON INCOME FUND 30.30 - 0.05

- 0.16%

29.86

29.02

VANGUARD WELLINGTON FD ADMIRAL 52.33 - 0.09

- 0.17%

51.57

50.12

Stocks end mixed despite strong reports NEW YORK (AP) — The stock market ended narrowly mixed Monday after a strong earnings report from Caterpillar Inc. overshadowed questions about financial regulation. The Dow Jones industrial average eked out a gain of 1 point, as broader indexes fell. Banking shares fell as discussions pushing financial overhaul legislation continued in Washington. Heavy equipment maker Caterpillar, whose results are seen as an economic indicator, reported earnings that beat analyst expectations after a onetime charge related to health care. The company also said economic conditions are “definitely improving” and that orders are significantly higher than last year. Investors also got some good news from Whirlpool Corp., which said profits doubled on higher sales of appliances in the U.S. and other countries. That’s a signal that consumer spending is picking up. News that car rental company Hertz Global Holdings Inc. agreed to buy rival Dollar Thrifty Automotive Inc. also helped push the market higher. The Dow Jones industrial average rose 0.75, or less than 0.1 percent, to 11,205.03. The Standard & Poor’s 500 index fell 5.23, or 0.4 percent, to 1,212.05, while the Nasdaq composite index fell 7.20, or 0.3 percent, to 2,522.95.

STOCKS OF LOCAL INTEREST Name AT&T Aetna Alcatel-Lucent Alcoa Allstate AmEx AIG Ameriprisel Analog Devices Aon Corp. Apple Avon BB&T Corp. BNC Bancorp BP Bank of America Bassett Furniture Best Buy Boeing CBL & Asso. CSX Corp. CVS Caremark Capital One Caterpillar Inc. Chevron Corp. Cisco Systems Inc. Citigroup Coca-Cola Colgate-Palmolive Colonial Prop. Comcast Corp. Corning Inc. Culp Inc. Daimler AG Deere & Co. Dell Inc. Dillard’s Inc. Walt Disney Co. Duke Energy Corp Exxon Mobil Corp FNB United Corp. FedEx Corp. First Citizens Bank of NC Ford Fortune Brands Furniture Brands Gap Inc. General Dynamics General Electric GlaxoSmithKline Google Hanesbrands Harley-Davidson Hewlett-Packard Home Depot Hooker Furniture Intel IBM JP Morgan Chase Kellogg Kimberly-Clark Krispy Kreme La-Z-Boy LabCorp Lance

Symbol T AET ALU AA ALL AXP AIG AMP ADI AON AAPL AVP BBT BNCN BP BAC BSET BBY BA CBL CSX CVS COF CAT CVX CSCO C KO CL CLP CMCSK GLW CFI DAI DE DELL DDS DIS DUK XOM FNBN FDX FCNCA F FO FBN GPS GD GE GSK GOOG HBI HOG HPQ HD HOFT INTC IBM JPM K KMB KKD LZB LH LNCE

Last 26.27 30.13 3.43 14.05 34.8 47.14 44.51 48.51 31.13 43.81 269.5 33.74 33.33 10 57.91 18.05 5.81 48.31 74.34 15.2 57 36.87 45.24 71.65 82.59 27.57 4.61 53.73 84.2 15.45 18.19 20.92 12.43 52.75 62.21 17.02 30.93 37.04 16.24 69.29 2.12 92.5 207.81 14.46 54.54 8.77 26.21 78.67 19.3 38.68 531.64 30.14 35.27 54.26 36.49 16.35 23.82 130.73 43.89 53.34 60.94 3.96 14.53 78.91 23.64

Chg. 0.02 -0.83 0.01 -0.06 -0.39 -0.91 0.13 -0.54 0.46 -0.27 -1.33 0.34 -0.95 -0.01 -1.97 -0.38 -0.05 -0.27 -0.79 0.18 0.18 -0.14 -1.49 2.87 -0.08 0.1 -0.25 -0.15 0.93 -0.19 0.14 0.08 0.3 0.54 0.42 -0.48 0.36 0.25 -0.01 0.05 -0.04 -0.31 0.82 0.25 0.68 -0.08 0.15 0.07 0.23 0.07 -13.35 -0.67 -0.22 0.36 0.1 -0.15 -0.22 0.74 -1.05 -0.28 0.01 -0.03 -0.22 -1.08 -0.09

High 26.42 31.34 3.44 14.29 35.29 47.97 45.9 49.54 31.31 44.3 272.46 34.04 34.7 10.11 59.87 18.44 6.05 48.83 75.29 15.38 57.17 37.12 46.84 72.83 83.14 27.7 4.8 54.35 84.41 15.63 18.26 21 12.62 53.01 63.68 17.41 31.22 37.14 16.3 69.53 2.25 93.99 210.1 14.57 54.91 8.98 26.34 79 19.37 38.84 544.99 30.94 35.9 54.6 37.03 16.63 24.13 131.04 44.81 53.96 61.55 4 14.93 80.11 23.92

Low 26.21 30 3.41 14.02 34.74 46.81 44.2 48.45 30.69 43.81 268.19 33.28 33.2 10 57.9 18.03 5.81 47.97 74.14 14.95 56.52 36.76 45.14 70.65 82.34 27.48 4.6 53.73 83.32 15.26 17.89 20.82 12.15 52.1 62.02 16.96 30.36 36.67 16.15 68.93 1.9 92.27 206.6 14.28 53.72 8.69 26 78.26 19.1 38.67 529.21 29.8 35.2 53.82 36.46 16.33 23.81 129.54 43.73 53.27 60.65 3.94 14.43 78.83 23.61

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Legg Mason Leggett & Platt Lincoln National Lowe’s McDonald’s Merck MetLife Microsoft Mohawk Industries Morgan Stanley Motorola NCR Corp. New York Times Co. NewBridge Bancorp Norfolk Southern Novartis AG Nucor Old Dominion Office Depot PPG Industries Panera Bread The Pantry J.C. Penney Pfizer Pepsico Piedmont Nat.Gas Polo Ralph Lauren Procter & Gamble Progress Energy Qualcomm Quest Capital RF Micro Devices Red Hat Reynolds American RBC Ruddick Corp. SCM Micro Sara Lee Sealy Sears Sherwin-Williams Southern Company Spectra Energy Sprint Nextel Standard Micro Starbucks Steelcase Inc. SunTrust Banks Syngenta AG Tanger Targacept Inc. Target 3M Co. Time Warner US Airways Unifi Inc. UPS Inc. VF Corp. Valspar Verizon Vodafone Vulcan Materials Wal-Mart Wells Fargo Yahoo Inc.

LM LEG LNC LOW MCD MRK MET MSFT MHK MS MOT NCR NYT NBBC NSC NVS NUE ODFL ODP PPG PNRA PTRY JCP PFE PEP PNY RL PG PGN QCOM QCC RFMD RHT RAI RY RDK INVE SLE ZZ SHLD SHW SO SE S SMSC SBUX SCS STI SYT SKT TRGT TGT MMM TWX LCC UFI UPS VFC VAL VZ VOD VMC WMT WFC YHOO

31.53 24.1 32.9 28.16 71.02 35 46.84 31.11 62.79 30.94 7.16 14.3 11.27 5.11 61.09 52.02 45.76 37.98 8.95 70.72 87.39 15.83 32.36 16.82 65.02 28.21 94.49 63.94 39.41 38.11 1.36 5.62 31.54 55.04 62.07 33.47 1.79 14.07 4.09 122.48 79.94 34.87 23.38 4.23 26.73 27.39 8.61 28.37 49.81 43.88 23.29 58.05 87.44 33.51 6.48 4.3 68.52 87.26 32.39 28.94 23.04 57.84 54.04 32.72 17.39

-0.84 0.14 0.11 -0.06 -0.13 -0.46 -0.26 0.15 -0.39 -1 0.07 -0.02 -0.34 0.17 0.21 -0.45 -0.3 0.62 0.5 -0.55 -0.03 0.09 0.36 -0.09 0.31 -0.19 -0.51 0.4 -0.18 -0.14 -0.01 0.19 0.08 -0.56 0.34 -0.32 0.05 -0.06 -0.05 0.47 0.4 0.14 -0.09 -0.09 0.17 0.13 -0.42 -1.07 -1.04 0.29 0.01 0.11 0.86 0.37 -0.15 0.18 -0.34 0.6 -0.41 -0.11 -0.06 0.57 -0.49 -0.76 -0.25

32.7 24.29 33.55 28.54 71.42 35.96 47.75 31.28 64.36 31.96 7.2 14.65 11.66 5.28 61.27 52.33 46.8 38.16 9.19 71.81 88.5 16.09 32.62 16.97 65.44 28.52 95.59 64 39.64 38.71 1.39 5.72 31.7 55.81 62.19 33.94 1.79 14.19 4.18 124.75 80.33 35.17 23.53 4.39 26.94 27.59 9.1 29.61 50.12 44.2 24 58.52 87.79 33.75 6.72 4.37 69.45 87.77 32.76 29.1 23.14 58.77 54.7 33.45 17.72

Low 31.42 23.96 32.68 28.12 70.73 34.9 46.72 30.86 62.66 30.76 7.03 14.19 11.22 4.93 60.68 52 45.7 37.05 8.69 70.69 86.85 15.56 32.05 16.7 64.61 28.2 94.3 63.4 39.41 37.78 1.36 5.43 31.3 55 61.53 33.4 1.74 14.07 3.99 121.13 79.1 34.7 23.34 4.21 26.3 27 8.58 28.24 49.73 43.5 23.29 57.46 86.74 32.94 6.45 4.12 68.47 86.31 32.35 28.84 23 57.19 54.01 32.59 17.34

METALS PRICING NEW YORK (AP) – Spot nonferrous metal prices Monday: Aluminum - $1.0273 per lb., London Metal Exch. Copper -$3.4739 Cathode full plate, LME. Copper $3.5115 N.Y. Merc spot Fri. Lead - $2253.00 metric ton, London Metal Exch. Zinc - $1.0681 per lb., London Metal Exch. Gold - $1154.50 Handy & Harman (only daily quote). Gold - $1153.10 troy oz., NY Merc spot Fri. Silver - $18.330 Handy & Harman (only daily quote). Silver - $18.189 troy oz., N.Y. Merc spot Fri. Platinum -$1754.00 troy oz., N.Y. (contract). Platinum -$1740.20 troy oz., N.Y. Merc spot Fri.

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80/45 70/46 50/34 55/43 72/52 63/44 62/39 63/47 58/40 80/63 61/43 74/36 68/43 60/37 80/62 82/71 73/58 77/60

LAS VEGAS . . . . . . .89/65 LOS ANGELES . . . . .71/55 MEMPHIS . . . . . . . . .67/47 MIAMI . . . . . . . . . . . .84/69 MINNEAPOLIS . . . . . .62/44 MYRTLE BEACH . . . .73/51 NEW YORK . . . . . . . .60/41 ORLANDO . . . . . . . . .84/62 PHOENIX . . . . . . . . . .93/67 PITTSBURGH . . . . . .54/32 PHILADELPHIA . . . . .60/36 PROVIDENCE . . . . . .58/38 SAN FRANCISCO . . .60/48 ST. LOUIS . . . . . . . . .61/43 SEATTLE . . . . . . . . . .57/46 TULSA . . . . . . . . . . . .67/46 WASHINGTON, DC . .63/42 WICHITA . . . . . . . . . .65/44

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86/70 67/49 91/67 72/56 62/39 75/63 66/52 65/46 73/46 81/64

COPENHAGEN . . . . .57/44 GENEVA . . . . . . . . . .67/45 GUANGZHOU . . . . . .78/65 GUATEMALA . . . . . .81/63 HANOI . . . . . . . . . . . .77/68 HONG KONG . . . . . . . .75/68 KABUL . . . . . . . . . . .75/51 LONDON . . . . . . . . . .66/52 MOSCOW . . . . . . . . .58/38 NASSAU . . . . . . . . . .81/73

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UV Index

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a.m. p.m. p.m. a.m.

UV Index for 3 periods of the day.

8 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Noon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 4 p.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Hi/Lo Wx 75/56 69/51 73/56 84/67 67/52 69/49 58/42 82/56 89/60 56/36 63/44 56/40 56/48 70/52 54/45 76/63 63/44 78/59

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Full 4/28

First 5/20

New 5/13

Last 5/5

0-2: Low The higher the UV 3-5: Moderate index, the higher the 6-7: High need for eye and 8-10: Very High skin protection. 11+: Extreme

Lake Levels & River Stages Lake and river levels are in feet. Change is over the past 24 hrs. Flood Pool Current Level Change High Rock Lake 655.2 654.2 -0.1 Flood Stage Current Level Change Yadkin College 18.0 2.71 +0.14 Elkin 16.0 2.78 -0.10 Wilkesboro 14.0 2.91 -0.09 High Point 10.0 0.78 -1.82 Ramseur 20.0 1.44 +0.20 Moncure 20.0 18.67 0.00

Pollen Forecast

Today

ACAPULCO . . . . . . . .88/69 AMSTERDAM . . . . . .62/47 BAGHDAD . . . . . . . .95/70 BARCELONA . . . . . .74/55 BEIJING . . . . . . . . . .54/39 BEIRUT . . . . . . . . . . . . .82/64 BOGOTA . . . . . . . . . .65/52 BERLIN . . . . . . . . . . .61/45 BUENOS AIRES . . . .72/50 CAIRO . . . . . . . . . . . .89/66

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Statistics through 6 p.m. yesterday at Greensboro

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Around The World City

24 hours through 6 p.m. . . . . . .Trace Month to Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.71" Normal Month to Date . . . . . . . . .2.95" Year to Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.14" Normal Year to Date . . . . . . . . .13.44" Record Precipitation . . . . . . . . . .1.59"

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59/44 74/48 78/66 82/64 74/69 77/62 78/53 70/54 56/38 81/70

PARIS . . . . . . . . . . . .71/49 ROME . . . . . . . . . . . .69/53 SAO PAULO . . . . . . .74/65 SEOUL . . . . . . . . . . .53/44 SINGAPORE . . . . . . .90/78 STOCKHOLM . . . . . . .48/35 SYDNEY . . . . . . . . . .71/58 TEHRAN . . . . . . . . . .78/62 TOKYO . . . . . . . . . . .57/56 ZURICH . . . . . . . . . . .65/46

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Today: High

Hi/Lo Wx 77/50 72/53 73/61 53/41 93/79 51/36 71/56 78/59 62/55 70/46

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Pollen Rating Scale

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Precipitation (Yesterday)

Sun and Moon

Around Our State Today

Temperatures (Yesterday) High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Normal High . . . . . . . . . . . .72 Normal Low . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Last Year’s High . . . . . . . .86 Last Year’s Low . . . . . . . . .61 Record High . . . . .91 in 1990 Record Low . . . . . .34 in 1978

Air Quality

Predominant Types: Trees

Today: 48 (Good) 0-50: 51-100: 101-150:

100 75 50

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25 0

151-200: 201-300: 301-500:

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Trees

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Grasses

Weeds

0: Absent, 1-25: Low, 26-50: Moderate, 51-75: High, >75: Very High

Good Moderate Unhealthy (sensitive) Unhealthy Very Unhealthy Hazardous

Air quality data is provided by the Forsyth County Environmental Affairs Department.

BUSINESS

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Mortgage fraud rises 7 percent MIAMI (AP) – Incidents of residential mortgage fraud increased last year, a sign that scammers are still targeting the industry despite more diligent efforts to find and report such activity. The number of mortgage fraud reports among loans made in 2009 grew 7 percent, a smaller increase than the 26 percent jump seen the previous year, according to a study released Monday by the LexisNexis Mortgage Asset Research Institute. Since the housing boom, lenders have tightened their underwriting standards, requiring larger down payments, stronger credit histories and reliable proof of income. Law enforcement agencies also have created investigative teams to fight mort-

gage fraud. These efforts should make it harder for consumers and industry professionals to commit mortgage fraud. The slower growth rate is being attributed to better reporting and policing for fraud activity, but there’s more to it. The report also said more scammers are using technology to access information and allow them to remain anonymous by using the Internet. “It remains critical for those in the mortgage industry to reassess their processes, work together by sharing information and reporting incidents of fraudulent activity, and ready themselves for more complex schemes in order to continue the fight against mortgage fraud,” said Denise James, a coauthor of the report.

Hertz to buy Dollar Thrifty CHICAGO (AP) – Hertz Global Holdings Inc. said Monday it has agreed to buy rival Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group for about $1.17 billion in cash and stock as it tries to expand its vacationer business. Shares of both companies soared. The deal will give Hertz, already the world’s largest car rental company, a third more locations around the globe, boosting

its total to 9,800. More importantly, it will also give Hertz’s leisure segment a much-needed boost when it assumes control of the company’s Dollar and Thrifty brands. “Together we will be able to compete even more effectively and efficiently against other multi-brand car rental companies, offering customers a full range of rental options in the U.S.,” Hertz CEO Mark Frissora said in a statement.

BRIEFS

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Merck buys rights to potential lung drug

AP

A cyclist rides at the main port of Piraeus, near Athens, as a docked ship is seen in the background during a strike on Monday.

Greek crisis could spread ATHENS, Greece (AP) – Help is on the way for debt-stricken Greece, but fears of an eventual financial disaster still haunt the country and the rest of the 16-nation eurozone. A €45 billion bailout package from other eurozone countries and the International Monetary Fund should see Greece through its borrowing needs for this year. But the bailout is complicated by German grumbling, which continued Monday, about the burden of the bailout on its own finances. More than that, bond markets are still flashing warning lights that someday Greece might say it can’t pay – and announce a restructuring or default. That kind of collapse wouldn’t be unprecedent-

ed – it notably occurred in both Argentina and Russia in 2001 and 1998 – but could spread the debt crisis to other troubled eurozone countries such as Portugal, Spain and Ireland. That could make lenders even more reluctant, bringing higher borrowing costs for governments that would crimp what they can do for people across Europe for years to come. A key indicator – the interest rate gap, or spread, between Greek and benchmark German 10-year bonds trading on financial markets – jumped to a record 6.5 percentage points Monday, the first day of markets opening after Athens asked for the eurozoneIMF rescue to be activated on Friday. The gap translates into

an interest rate approaching 10 percent if the government were to try to raise money on the markets – three times what economic powerhouse Germany pays. Squirming between a massive budget deficit and a €300 billion public debt, the spiraling borrowing costs forced Athens on Friday to request the rescue package. Finance Minister George Papaconstantinou said he expected the IMF board would approve its portion of the loan support – around a quarter of the total – in the first 10 days of May. If some European parliaments were delayed in approving their contributions, the IMF support could be used to obtain bridge financing from other sources.

TRENTON, N.J. – Drugmaker Merck & Co. said Monday it has bought rights to help market what would be the first anti-inflammatory pill for a chronic lung condition, just a few days after European regulators recommended approval there. The deal gives Merck rights to jointly market Daxas, made by Swiss drugmaker Nycomed, for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in Canada and several European countries. Merck, based in Whitehouse Station, N.J., also received an exclusive distribution deal for the United Kingdom. If approved, Daxas would be the first drug in a new class of treatments for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

FairPoint lands contract in Maine PORTLAND, Maine – FairPoint Communications Inc. says it has been awarded a five-year, $25.8 million contract to provide highspeed Internet service to hundreds of schools and libraries across Maine. FairPoint announced Monday it will serve more than 650 schools and libraries that are part of the Maine School and Library Network, a statewide consortium through which participants acquire Internet access and related services. ENTERPRISE NEWS SERVICE REPORTS

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