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go down to wire joins Richmond is no longer a fairy HIGH: 100% recycled 80 LOW: 53 newsprint Memorial tale RICHMOND COUNTY Vote Bo Frye Sheriff See our ad on 1B DAILY JOURNALPaid for by committee to elect Bo F rye Sheriff THURSDAY • April 29, 2010 Rockingham, N.C. 50 cents Market to offer fresh options Philip D. Brown Richmond County Daily Journal Expect more choices at this year’s installment of the Richmond County Farmer’s Market when it opens this weekend. The market is set to kickoff the season Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Harrington Square on Washington Street in downtown Rockingham. It will be open each Saturday until November. Market President Jackie Sherrill said public interest in supporting local agriculture has grown over the past several years.

PETER WILLIAMS/DAILY JOURNAL “The big thing now is everybody A National Guard soldier adjusts an antenna atop of a truck during a disaster drill Wednesday at Rockingham Speedway. wants to eat local food and know where it’s coming from,” Sherrill said. “That’s something we hear every day, and I don’t think it’s a trend that’s going away anytime Troops fine-tune disaster skills soon.” She attributes the trend, in large part, to increased public awareness of general health concerns, but says at Rockingham Speedway there are other factors at play. “We’ve had a lot of, I guess you Philip D. Brown lions of dollars worth of vehicles would call them food scares, like Richmond County Daily Journal the contaminated tomatoes and the and equipment. salmonella outbreaks,” Sherrill said. North Carolina National Guard The team specializes in mitigat- “When you know where your food troops were tested Wednesday ing chemical, biological, radiologi- source is, that helps your peace of on how they would respond to cal, nuclear and explosive threats, mind more than buying food from, the release of a chemical nerve and had been staged in Scotland in many cases, foreign countries, agent during drill at Rockingham County for the past several days. and you also lose so much nutri- Speedway. At the track, U.S. Air National tional value when you have to wait “It’s like a novel that I hope Guard Lt. Col. Tim Murphy over- so long for the food to get from the never comes true,” Track General saw the exercise for the Guard, farm to the dinner table. Manager Robert Ingram said dur- and explained the hypothetical sit- “Eating locally grown foods is ing a walk-through of the exercise. uation: race day is tomorrow, the just one of the easiest and simplest The scenario was a track employ- governor is attending functions in ways to stay healthy.” ee was drawn to a generator out- Troops unpack their vehicles to set up decontamination and Southern Pines and evidence of a Acting Richmond County side a storage building on the command areas at the speedway. domestic terrorist group plot has Cooperative Extension Director backstretch, where recreational Paige Burns pointed out that these enforcement was called, which in based 42nd Civil Support Team been uncovered vehicles park to watch the race. “They will be going into the are “timely concerns,” especially During an investigation of the turn contacted the North Carolina had no notice of the drill, and with the prevalence of childhood inside of the building, a rudimen- National Guard for support. received a call at 4 a.m. to respond TEST obesity and diabetes in Richmond tary laboratory was found, and law The 22-member Greenville- to The Rock. They brought mil- CONTINUED ON PAGE 3A County, but there is another benefit of shopping at the farmer’s market. “And that is economic,” Burns said Wednesday. “Some people are concerned that buying food from Blacks, Hispanics urged to donate blood the farmer’s market may cost more money, but you have to consider Hollie Nivens Recruitment Representative for The nents. A recent study completed by citizens, unless there was a nearby that the food you’re buying is much Richmond County Daily Journal American Red Cross. the Red Cross shows that in com- need for it. June 30 ends our year fresher than food you buy at the Volunteering and donating never The American Red Cross is put- munities with higher populations for donations, the goal is 1,924 pints grocery store. It has traveled many goes out of style and making sure ting out a special call to African of African Americans and Hispanic and we are close,” said Jorrett. fewer miles, and in many cases was that there is enough blood donated Americans and Hispanic Americans Americans there is a higher per- These are the following locations picked just hours before you buy it. in the community is a must. Citizens to donate blood and platelets during centage of blood donors with Type and dates: May 10 at Walgreens in “Also, you’re buying from your of Richmond County will have four the coming summer months. O or Type B blood, the two most Rockingham from 2 to 6:30 p.m., neighbor, so more of your money is chances to donate in May. While the American Red Cross requested blood types by hospitals. May 14 at Richmond Senior High going to stay in the county, and that “When donations are made in invites everyone to donate blood, Type O negative blood is universal from 8:15 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., May benefits everyone in the county.” Richmond County the funds are African Americans and Hispanic so anyone can receive it. 21 at the FirstHealth Fitness Center Sherrill said the biggest change dispersed right back in the com- Americans are highly encouraged “The blood that is given here in to donate blood and blood compo- Richmond will remain here for the BLOOD MARKET munity,” said Cindy Jorrett Donor CONTINUED ON PAGE 7A CONTINUED ON PAGE 5A Rockingham native takes key position at UNC Elect Hollie Nivens Scholars Program at UC-San Francisco She is a board-certified obstetrician- Richmond County Daily Journal and also earned a master’s degree in gynecologist, a perinatal epidemiologist Rockingham native Dr. Wanda epidemiology from UC-Berkeley. and a fellow in the American College Nicholson is back in North Carolina, this “Growing up in Richmond County Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She JC’s and the Little Philadelphia community also serves as an oral board examiner JIMMY time as an addition to The Center for Women’s Health Research at was easy going and nurturing. I for the American Board of Obstetrics the University of North Carolina still remember my grandfather & Gynecology and is a member of the at Chapel Hill. Nollie Patterson picking us up ACOG National Committee on Health Dr. Nicholson, 46, is a 1982 and taking us to Sunday school Care for the Underserved Women and graduate of Richmond Senior High every week, ” said Nicholson. the U.S. Preventive Services Task and received her medical degree She is returning to UNC Force. from the Johns Hopkins School CAPPS and completed an internship and “There are many memorable moments. residency in obstetrics-gynecol- of Medicine and Bloomberg School of Public Health in It is too hard to pick just one. Delivering ogy from UNC Chapel Hill. She is Nicholson a baby is always memorable and gratify- the daughter of Thelma Patterson Baltimore Md., where she was an associate professor of gyne- ing. Doing gynecologic procedures that Nicholson and the late William Cole improve the quality of a woman’s life COUNTY Nicholson of Rockingham. cology and obstetrics and also popula- tion and family health sciences. also brings a sense of satisfaction,” Dr. “It feels good,” she said this week. Nicholson said. “I had been interested in returning for “I am excited about my return to UNC, my alma mater and the opportu- Her new research focus is the epide- COMMISSIONER some time. It is good to be closer to my nity to do some exciting work with the miology of chronic conditions in women, family, especially my mother who is in including gestational diabetes, type Rockingham.” program on diabetes and obesity at the Following her residency, she entered Center for Women’s Health Research,” PAID FOR BY Nicholson said. NICHOLSON the Robert Wood Johnson Clinical CONTINUED ON PAGE 2A COMMITTEE TO ELECT JIMMY CAPPS

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April 29 p.m. and the first race is at 6 donation amount is $20.00 May 19 COLE AUDITORIUM p.m., there will also be con- UNITED WAY OF performance of “Cirque Le cession stands. Admission is May 8 RICHMOND COUNTY Masque” features jugglers, $5 for adults and $2 for school MOUNT PLEASANT AND awards celebration, noon, acrobats, and aerialists per- age. The Ellerbe Lions Club ELLERBE UMC will hold a FirstHealth Richmond forming acts of balance, is a non profit organizaton. yard sale at Ellerbe Methodist Memorial Hospital. strength and teamwork in a from 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. theater setting at 7:30 p.m. May 2 HAMLET ROTARY CLUB May 22 as part of the DeWitt Series GOSPEL SINGING ANNUAL YARD SALE, 317 ROCKINGHAM LIONS at Richmond Community AND CELEBRATION E. Hamlet Ave., Donations CLUB will have its 2nd annual College’s Cole Auditorium with candidate for sheriff are being accepted at the car show. This will take place in Hamlet. Single tickets are James Clemmons Jr. at the Hamlet offices of BB&T and at the Fatz Cafe’/Smithfield available at $25 each. DeWitt Rockingham National Guard RBC Bank. Large items may parking lot, registration is Series season ticket hold- Armory, 1207 Rockingham be taken to the McLaurin from 10 a.m. -12 p.m., the ers present their tickets for Road. The event is free. Vocational Training Center. amount is $20. Trophies admission. Contact Cole Box RELAY FOR LIFE TAG Call Reba Dille at 582-6795 will be awarded within mul- Office at (910) 410-1691 or SALE is Sunday May 2 from for more information. tiple categories, raffle tick- www.richmondcc.edu/colein- 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.. There will EMMANUEL ets will be sold and drawings dex.html. be antiques and collectibles, MINISTRIES CHURCH, 725 held throughout the event. HUMANE SOCIETY 2010 located at 34 Main St. Hamlet W. Hamlet Ave., will hold an Proceeds go the support the LOW COST SPAY/NEUTER near the soda shop. all you can eat breakfast from Lion’s Club in its effort to PROGRAM open to all ani- 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Cost is serve the community. mals four months of age or May 4 $4. older includes surgery, one BURLINGTON EMMANUEL May 29 year rabies vaccine, pain INDUSTRIES RETIREES’S MINISTRIES CHURCH, 725 LONGWOOD PARK meds and transportation to/ BREAKFAST will meet at W. Hamlet Ave will have their REUNION will be held on from clinic. Open to all - No 8:30 a.m. at the Holiday Ladies Auxillary yard and Saturday. If you are interest- residency or income restric- Restaurant. bake sale from 7 a.m. - 11 ed or know contact informa- tion vouchers for $57 to $77. RICHMOND COUNTY 4-H a.m.. tion of past residents, please Vouchers available at animal LIVESTOCK CLUB will hold EAST ROCKINGHAM call Cathy Glasgow Mercado shelter Monday, Tuesday, a regular monthly meeting at UNITED METHODIST at 890-6093 or e-mail Thursday, Friday, Saturday the Agricultural Center, 123 CHURCH MEN’S CLUB will supermarket@embarqmail. noon to 4 p.m. and Sunday 1 Caroline St. in Rockingham at hold a pancake breakfast com, or call Gale Kingsbury to 4 p.m. Call 895-0335. 6:30 p.m.. This meeting is for from 7 a.m. until 10 a.m. in Parks at 895-5263. DRIVE FOR CHARITY any child, ages 5 - 19, inter- the church fellowship hall. GOLD CLASSIC, Richmond ested in joining the 4-H pro- Cost is $3 for all you can eat. June 12 Pines Country Club, noon gram or wanting to learn CHRISTIAN CLOSET 770 ELLERBE HIGH SCHOOL shotgun start. All proceeds more about livestock. To find E. US Hwy 74 Rockingham, CLASS OF 1960 will hold a will benefit the 18 local out more contact Michelle will host a Customer reunion at the old high school United Way Partner Agencies Stumbo, Richmond County 4- Appreciation Day on May 8 auditorium and gym from 4 and the Kiwanis programs. H Agent at 997-8255. beginning at 11 a.m.. p.m. until 8 p.m. Members Contact Michelle Parrish at of classes from 1921 through 910-997-2173 or michelleparr May 5 May 10 1972 are invited. For more [email protected] ROHANEN HIGH SCHOOL EAST ROCKINGHAM information call 652-5000, Class of 1959 will have lunch MEN’S CLUB will meet at 7 652-6125, 331-2475 or 728- April 30 at Pizza Inn at 1 p.m. p.m. at the East Rockingham 0858. RELAY FOR LIFE FISH Fire Department. Visitors are FRY, Main Street Cafe, May 6 welcome. Hamlet. All proceeds go RABIES CLINIC, Ellerbe ROCKINGHAM CLASS OF toward Relay For Life. Lions Club, 4-5 p.m. and 1956 luncheon 11:30 at Pizza Cordova Fire and Rescue, Inn. Founded in 1931 May 1 5:30 p.m. -6:15 p.m. Cost $6. PO Box 190 ONE STOP BARBER RICHMOND COUNTY May 11 Rockingham, NC 28380 SHOP, Wayman Chapel Faith SENIOR DEMOCRATS NAACP community meet- (USPS 465-220 ISSN 1050-7639) Center, Hamlet. Doors open will meetat the Main St. ing, 7:30 p.m., St. Mary’s The Richmond County Daily Journal is at 4 p.m. and the event Academy, next to Mabry’s Holiness Church on Channie published with pride for the people of Drugs, in Hamlet. There will McManus Drive, Dobbins Richmond County by Heartland starts at 5 p.m. Tickets $7 in Publications, LLC, 1 West Main Street, advance, $10 at the door. Call be refreshments at 5:30 p.m. Heights. For more informa- Clinton, CT 06413. Published five days a 206-3182. followed by the meeting at 6 tion, call 582-2403. week by the Richmond County Daily YARD SALE at 2171 Caddell p.m. Journal, 105 E. Washington Street, May 14-16 Rockingham, NC 28379. Periodicals Road, Hoffman to benefit May 7 postage paid at Rockingham. the Heels basketball team in SANDHILLS TRAIL POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rockingham. Hot dogs and 24TH ANNUAL RIDERS CLUB will hold Richmond County Daily Journal RICHMOND COUNTY its 16th annual wagon train PO Box 190 drinks will be sold for $2. Rockingham, NC 28380 HUMANE SOCIETY MEET HOSPICE BBQ and silent at the field trial lands in auction, 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. at Hoffman. For more informa- SUBSCRIPTION RATES AND GREET FUNDRAISER RATE BY CARRIER 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., park- Browder Park in Rockingham. tion call Misty Britt at 280- Lunch delivery will be made 3 Months...... $29 ing lot behind Champion 2576 or Curtis Leviner at 6 Months...... $44 Ford, Falling Creek Shopping on orders of five or more 417-7146. 12 Months...... $81 plates. Call 997-4464. ROCKINGHAM MAIL SUBSCRIPTIONS IN COUNTY Center. 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While at UNCP, she received 11 a.m. Cost $4 per plate. ** Clash of the Titans (PG13) the UNCP Teaching Award and has served in numerous roles PEE DEE UNITED Renewed Hearts. 10:30, 12:45, 3:05, 5:15, 7:25, 9:50 RICHMOND COUNTY The Last Song (PG) including program director, department chair, director of the METHODIST CHURCH buf- 10:40, 12:55, 3:10, 5:10, 7:15, 9:25 Runs 30 days BRANCH of NAACP will have $ Teaching Fellows Program and currently serves as a professor fet breakfast from 6:30 a.m. ** How to Train Your Dragon 3D (PG) Plus Photo add 5.00 and Associate Dean. Further, she has served on various state until 10 a.m. Cost $4. their 32nd Annual Banquet 11:05, 1:05, 3:05, 5:05, 7:05, 9:15 Friday May 7 at 7:30 p.m. ** Alice in Wonderland (PG) 10:35, 7:35 and national committees charged with improving aspects of ELLERBE LIONS CLUB The Bounty Hunter (PG13) 5:10, 9:40 $ education, particularly in the areas of science and math. will have lawnmower racing at the East Hamlet Center. Diary of a Wimpy Kid (PG) 11:15, 5:00 Why Did I Get Married Too? (PG13) 1:20, 7:10, 9:35 only on May 1. Gates open at 4 Dress is semi-formal and the 10 (Shows before 1:00 pm are shown Fri., Sat. & Sun. only) Nicholson yourdailyjournal.com CONTINUED FROM FRONT II diabetes, obesity and the effect of is today. For more information, please con- depressive symptoms on health-related “The path leading to your goals may tact The Center for Women’s Health quality life. She will lead the center’s not always be straight, but you will even- Research at UNC, (919) 843-7720, research program on diabetes and obe- tually get there. I’ve learned that achiev- sity across the lifespan, from childbear- ing your goals requires patience, faith [email protected] or visit the Website: ing to menopause. She will also assume and perseverance,” said Dr. Nicholson. www. cwhr.unc.edu. 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CONTINUED FROM FRONT suspect building to take samples and team’s route of entry, their investiga- “Really, we’re going into the agent. pictures - primarily to figure out what tive protocol and objectives. unknown,” Townsend said. “There A smell somewhat akin to Vick’s Hawking the components are, and then advise “Our primary objective is to learn could be explosives or chemical VaporRub indicated the presence of the local authorities on what steps to what the threat is,” Bliven told the agents in there, so it’s dangerous.” a sarin laboratory, and there was also take,” Murphy said. troops. “Anything you disturb, take a Once they were suited up, the two a makeshift decontamination shower says no; He explained there are other fac- picture prior to and after so that we drove a small open-cab vehicle to the with a biohazard suit lying in it. tors the team would consider, such as have a record of where it was.” building and did a radiation survey At that point, Dunbar had Manibusan NASA’s tried the direction and strength of the wind He pointed to a sketch of the layout of the perimeter before proceeding radio in that he was feeling nauseous, to determine when and where people of the building, and went through the inside the building. and requested medical attention. Seth Borenstein should be evacuated. team’s plan of action. Inside, they carried a live-feed cam- AP Science Writer The team responded and trans- “They will also talk to the local “The biggest thing is we want to be era which transmitted images to the ported him back to the staging area, WASHINGTON — Stephen authorities to determine how to dis- able to identify the threat, so you’re command team about 150 yards away where he went through a decontami- Hawking may think it’s too pose of it,” Murphy said. “If it’s an going to proceed to the high pay-off that showed a ricin laboratory and a nation process and participated in a risky to try to talk to space explosive, they will determine if they sample area,” Bliven continued. “This red case giving off radiation. debriefing about what he saw on the aliens. But NASA and plenty need to call in an explosives ordi- is not an active lab, but you need After detecting the radiation, the inside. of other groups have been nance team to dispose of it.” to be aware of where our personal two placed a marker by the case and Subsequent entry teams would trying to communicate with The CST was evaluated by mem- decontamination station is.” immediately retreated. return to the building to take samples, bers of the 5th Army. Supervisor/ A tactical briefing was then held, “That’s part of their training,” 5th other worlds for years. render the scene safe, then remove Hawking’s comment earlier Operations Specialist Lennox where information was repeated, and Army Exercise Specialist Michael this week that it would be Campbell explained the team is test- experts in the medical, explosives, Dunbar explained. “As soon as they the components of the laboratories dangerous to contact space ed every 18 months on their pre- communications and other fields ran detect radiation, they are supposed to and improvised explosive device. aliens reopened a long-run- paredness for this type of scenario. through their missions. immediately break away so they don’t Dunbar described the overall goal ning debate. Should astrono- “They’re expected to assist, assess “I have 10:13,” Capt. Merritt, who absorb it.” of the mission. mers ban purposeful messag- and advise,” Campbell explained. conducted the tactical briefing said. A senior survey analyst with the 5th “This is the Civil Response Team, es into the universe for fear of “First, they will assist the incident “Do we have permission to enter the Army, Nancy Anderson, explained the and the key word there is ‘Civil,’” attracting dangerous aliens? commander (the civilian authority hot zone?” source of the radiation was a button- Dunbar said. “They are here for the Many space scientists in charge), assess the situation and He was answered in the affirmative sized tab of the isotope Cessium-137. community, and with a venue of this meeting in Houston this week advise the local authorities on the by a member of the 5th Army. It emits radiation, but not enough to size and magnitude, they need to think that’s the wrong atti- effects of what’s there to the local Staff Sgt. Michael Townsend and harm a healthy human being. know there is a team there that can tude. Cornell University plan- community. If there were casualties, Staff Sgt. Jose Manibusan were A doorway from the main storage respond to a threat like this.” etary scientist Steve Squyres they would also be expected to help putting on protective suits as they area was partially concealed by a says the search for life is cen- out the medical responders in getting explained their job. plastic trashbag with a gas mask lying ■ Staff Writer Philip D. Brown can be tral to space exploration. them where they need to go.” “Our mission is site characteriza- beside it, and as the two proceeded reached at (910) 997-3111 ext. 32, or During the CST’s staging brief- tion,” Manibusan explained. “We go through it a chemical agent detector by e-mail at pbrown@yourdailyjournal. ing, Capt. Isiah Bliven discussed the in and bring the intelligence back.” signaled the presence of a chemical com. USDA to cut subsidies Stock futures climb, point to higher opening Stephen Bernard will receive bailout money in The Fed is wrapping up a round of strong earnings and rose to 3.73 percent from as insurers AP Business Writer time to cover $11.3 billion two-day meeting Wednesday a report showing consumer 3.69 percent late Tuesday. NEW YORK — Stock futures in debt payments on May afternoon where it is expect- confidence rose this month. Gold inched higher, while rose Wednesday as the mar- 19. The European Union and ed to hold a key interest rate On Tuesday, 3M Co., DuPont oil fell. post big ket tries to bounce back after International Monetary Fund at historic lows. The group, Co. and Ford Motor Co. all Overseas, Britain’s steep declines a day earlier. have offered a bailout pack- though, is expected to reas- reported better-than-expect- FTSE 100 fell 0.1 percent, profits Investors are edging back age worth up to nearly $60 sure the market that an eco- ed profit. Upbeat earnings Germany’s DAX index fell 0.9 into stocks after European billion, though the country nomic recovery has taken and outlooks from across all percent, and France’s CAC-40 debt problems have spooked hasn’t been able to tap the hold. sectors had been bolstering tumbled 1.5 percent. Japan’s Steve Karnowski funds yet. The Fed isn’t expected the stock market in recent Nikkei stock average dropped Associated Press Writer traders globally in recent days. There is concern that The ratings cuts came to raise rates at this meet- weeks. 2.6 percent. MINNEAPOLIS — The the debt crisis in Greece will shortly before European mar- ing, so investors will keep a Analysts had said, however, federal government wants to spread across the continent kets closed Tuesday and after close eye on the language of that much of the strong earn- save taxpayers billions of dol- and stunt an economic recov- Asian trading had ended for the committee’s statement. ings is priced into stocks and lars by cutting spending on ery. the day, which is why there Traders will want to see if the recent run-up was losing WE BUY crop insurance. Another batch of strong has been a bigger impact on the Fed provides further momentum. The European Farmers pay premiums for earnings and the end of a those markets Wednesday. insight into when it might debt problems might have Fears of excessive govern- raise rates, which is expected given investors reason to OLD GOLD insurance to cover part of Federal Reserve Board meet- and all precious metals,diamonds, their losses when there’s bad ing are likely to help sway ment debt could drive up bor- to happen later in the year as pause and take some profit. coins and fi ne jewelry. weather and crops fail. But U.S. trading throughout the rowing costs for many of the the economy continues to get Meanwhile, bond prices Confi dential, and cash right now. 16 nations using the euro and stronger. dipped Wednesday after surg- Uptown Rockingham the government subsidizes day. Steve Morris-Proprietor hurt the value of the common Another round of better- ing higher a day earlier. The Open Daily 9:00-5:30 the program to keep it afford- Overseas markets plunged, Sat. until noon currency. Market rates for than-expected profit reports yield on the benchmark 10- 895-2936 able. Last year, it paid crop a day after Standard & The Best Of Fine Things Since 1894 insurers $3.8 billion. Poor’s slashed its debt rat- Greece’s two-year notes have could also help stocks, even year Treasury note, which At the same time, the com- ings on Greece and Portugal. spiked as high as 21 percent. though strong earnings did moves opposite its price, panies posted profits of more Greece’s debt was slashed to U.S. rates for two-year notes little to blunt Tuesday’s steep than 26 percent. junk status. are around 1 percent. declines. Cable company Agriculture Secretary Tom Unlike European and Asian The euro rose slightly Comcast Corp., Corning Inc., RE-ELECT Vilsack says crop insurance markets, U.S. investors had against the dollar Wednesday, Northrop Grumman Corp. THAD gives farmers an important nearly a full day of trading a day after plunging to its low- and Dow Chemical Co. were safety net, but it’s costing Tuesday to react to the rat- est level in about a year. the latest companies to top taxpayers too much. His ings cuts. That has limited Ahead of the opening bell, earnings expectations. agency has proposed cutting the impact on futures trad- Dow Jones industrial aver- Stocks are trying to bounce spending on crop insurance ing Wednesday, though trad- age futures rose 39, or 0.4 back after the Dow tumbled percent, to 10,994. Standard 213 points Tuesday. The USSERY by about $7 billion over 10 ing was lower earlier in the years. morning. & Poor’s 500 index futures Dow’s biggest drop in three rose 4.90, or 0.4 percent, to months ended a run of six County Commissioner Insurers say they might European market losses Stay the Course for Continued Growth & Development have to cut services and jobs began to moderate as lead- 1,185.90, while Nasdaq 100 straight sessions of gains. index futures rose 10.75, or The debt troubles more if the USDA cuts too deep. ers have tried to provide PAID FOR BY THE COMMITTEE TO ELECT THAD USSERY FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER reassurances that Greece 0.5 percent, to 2,019.50. than outweighed another Word ‘bomb’ on Special Purchase PSST... THE SECRET TO Saltwater Firm mirror prompts A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP $ flight diversion IS IN THE MATTRESS ! 627 Let our bedding specialist help you find t he perfect mattress for a dreamy night of rest. 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Founded in 1931 THE FIRST AMENDMENT Cannabis used “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of as a healer religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging Dear Editor, the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people Many readers of the peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” Richmond County Daily Journal are aware of my efforts as the Director of DAILY JOURNAL EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS Veteran’s Outreach for the Rick Bacon, publisher N.C. Cannabis Patients Peter Williams, editor Network (NCCPN.ORG) to Editorial board members can be reached at 997-3111, ext. 18. end the injustice for veterans who are denied pain medi- cations from the Veteran’s Administration after testing positive for cannabis. OUR VIEW I find it troubling that despite the scientific evi- dence cannabis is a viable pain medication, veterans Time are still being denied treat- ment for its use. I was invited to partici- running out pate in a panel discussion on “Cannabis Use in the Treatment of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder” at the for voters 6th Annual Conference on Cannabis Therapeutics in In less than a week, voting will end Warwick, R.I. last week. in Richmond County as voters go to the Hosted by the School of polls to decide who they want in key posi- OPINION Medicine at University of tions for the next four years. California, medical profes- On Friday and again on Saturday, the sionals and researchers Daily Journal featured profiles of the received continuing educa- candidates in four local races; sheriff, When gender equality is no tion credit for their atten- school board, county commission and dance. district attorney. We felt it was important At the conference, the to shed light on the races that no media longer a fairy tale results of more than 10 years outside of Richmond County would see as for clinical trials at UC were newsworthy. Five years ago, while watching in five characters are female. they can be it. discussed, which conclude We gave each candidate 400 words to children’s entertainment with my Our research also revealed Armed with our research, that cannabis: “is a prom- sum up their thoughts on a key issue then 2-year old daughter, I was that when female characters do we work hand-in-hand with the ising treatment in selected or issues and how they would deal with stunned to see that there were exist in media, most are highly content creators of children’s pain syndromes caused by them. Some took advantage of every far more male characters than stereotyped and/or hyper-sexual- entertainment to encourage and injury or diseases of the single word. Others did not. That was female characters in this media ized. Consider this: Female char- foster improvement in the gen- nervous system and possibly their call. They were also allowed to aimed at the youngest of chil- acters in G-rated films wear virtu- der balance our children see. for painful muscle spasticity include some background information dren. ally the same amount of sexually People frequently ask me the due to multiple sclerosis.” on themselves including education and Media images are a powerful revealing clothing as female char- question: What can I do? Parents, www.CMCR.UCSD.EDU. prior experience. Again, some used that force in shaping our perception acters in R-rated films. teachers and the public can have Feb 11, 2010. opportunity more than others. It was of men and women. The stark With such disempowering a great impact by watching media Another presentation their choice. We also provided a sample shed light on the disconnect ballot in Thursday’s paper for those who gender inequality in media aimed with their children and educating at little children is significant, them on gender stereotypes. One between what is best for find that important when it comes to a The antidote, of course, is the patient and the DEA’s big election. as television and movies wield simple exercise I taught my kids enormous influence on them as positive media images, where is to count how many female and demand pain clinics test The May 4 ballot won’t be the final their patients for cannabis. It word in some cases. In a few of the races they develop a sense of their role children see an abundance of characters speak in a show or a in the world. And because young movie. examined the clinical safety Democrats are facing a Republican chal- of combination treatments of kids tend to watch the same female characters occupying Clearly, gender equality is lenger later this year. Tuesday’s ballot cannabis and opiate-derived will narrow the field. TV shows and movies repeatedly, space rightfully theirs. Girls an idea whose time has come. narcotic pain medications, We aren’t going to tell you who you negative stereotypes get imprint- shown engaging in non-stereo- Which begs the question, why and found that not only is ed again and again. hasn’t it? In many areas of soci- should vote for. That’s a decision we typical activities can broaden the combination safe but the think you should make. We do believe Well, it occurred to me that ety, there’s a common belief that chemicals in cannabis actu- that Richmond County needs to make it was high time for our children and expand girl’s lives, foster- progress happens naturally. On ally increase the effective- wise choices. Voters have had opportuni- to see boys and girls sharing the ing confidence, enthusiasm its own. That as time goes by, ness and duration of the ties to learn more beyond what they just sandbox equally. things change, and change for relief. This means patients read in the paper. A number of candidate So I launched the Geena and achievement. the better. Or perhaps we believe may use lower doses of nar- forums have been held over the past few Davis Institute on Gender in that the necessary change has cotics over longer periods of weeks where candidates have been given Media, and its programming images, then, what message already taken place. time when taken in tandem a chance to address the public as a group arm, “See Jane.” In collaboration are girls absorbing about them- I yearn for the day when I can with cannabis. or one-on-one. There is another one com- with the Annenberg School for selves? And what message are share with my daughter a tale of Glycoma, Nausea, Wasting ing up Saturday. The Humane Society of Communication at the University boys taking in about the worth “the way things used to be,” of Disease and conditions Richmond County will be holding a meet of Southern California, we spon- and importance of girls? In fact, days when women held lesser involving muscle tremors and greet fundraiser from 10 a.m. until 1 sored the largest research analy- studies show that the more tele- positions in the world than men. have also been proven to be p.m. in the parking lot behind Champion sis ever conducted into content vision girls watch, the more lim- And my daughter, living in a treated effectively by can- Ford. Candidates are invited to attend. of children’s movies and televi- ited they consider their options world where all girls and women nabis. A lot of voters aren’t waiting until sion programs. in life; the more boys watch, the are seen as important, respected At the N.C. Cannabis election day to take action. So far about The results were stunning. At more sexist their views become. and fully valued members of soci- Patients Network, we are 2,000 citizens have voted at the county the dawn of a new millennium The antidote, of course, is pos- ety -- a world of gender equality working to make canna- board of elections at 221 Hancock St. in -- in a world more than 50 per- itive media images, where chil- -- will turn to me and say, “Oh, bis available to patients in Rockingham. That’s more than double cent female -- the sorry message dren see an abundance of female Mom, that’s just a fairy tale.” North Carolina. House Bill the total number of early ballots for 2006 sent to kids by the media is that characters occupying space right- 1380, currently in the Health and triple the number of voters who women and girls have less value fully theirs. Girls shown engaging ■ Geena Davis is an Academy- Committee, would make this turned out early in 2002. than men and boys. For every in non-stereotypical activities can Award winning actor and Founder medication available as one But the clock is ticking. female character there are three broaden and expand girl’s lives, of See Jane and The Geena Davis more option to physicians. Early voting ends Saturday. Early vot- male characters in G-rated films. fostering confidence, enthusiasm Institute on Gender in Media. Please call your legislator to ing is open to all registered voters in the In group scenes, fewer than one and achievement. If they see it, www.seejane.org. voice your support. county and only can be done at the elec- Perry Parks tions office 221 Hancock St. Hours 8 a.m. Cordova until 5 p.m. through Friday and 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday. WRITE US On election day, polls open at 6:30 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. Any person who The Daily Journal encour- presents themselves to register at the ages letters about issues in the One-Stop site without proper identifica- public domain. Please keep tion will be allowed to vote a provisional letters to 300 words or less. ballot only. Letters may be edited for brev- Richmond County haven’t seen an elec- ity, clarity and grammar. tion without an incumbent sheriff in 16 Letter-writers are limited to years. That may be a big factor in the two submissions a month. high turnout. Please sign your letter and No matter who you vote for, remember include your address and day- if you don’t take the time to vote you time telephone number. We really lose your right to complain about will not print letters that are who was elected. libelous or in poor taste, let- ters addressing issues between private parties, form letters, unsigned letters, letters from anonymous sources or letters that are signed but request anonymity. All letters are verified prior SUBSCRIBE to publication. Mail letters to: Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box 190, TODAY! Rockingham, N.C. 28380. Fax your letters to 997-4321. 910-997-3416 E-mail: [email protected]

THE EDITORIAL BOARD CAN BE REACHED AT [email protected]; OR CALL (910) 997-3111, EXT. 18. www.yourdailyjournal.com Richmond County Daily Journal, Rockingham, N.C. Thursday, April 29, 2010 Page 5A From Page One OBITUARIES Earnings show that corporate America is back Dave Carpenter firm FusionIQ. couch is broken or whatever, to the Bureau of Economic Rosie Saunders AP Business Writer Consumer spending and going out and finding Analysis. Rosie Lee Saunders, 87, of Rockingham, went home with her Lord CHICAGO — Corporate has risen for five straight a lot of stuff on sale,” says The bull market is a signal and Savior on Tuesday, April 27, 2010, at her home. She was born America is back. months, retail sales for four, Ritholtz, who also writes the of increasing confidence to March 4, 1923, in Richmond County, a daughter of the late Gaston Companies that do every- and restaurant sales surged popular financial blog “The spend, and may have pro- and Flossie Smith Williams. thing from making appli- this spring after being stag- Big Picture.” vided some of the funds to Mrs. Saunders retired from the textile industry and then went to ances to selling cruises are nant since 2008. Profits from Technology companies, too, do it. work for the Richmond County Schools System reporting strong first-quarter those sales reflect a health- are ramping up production. After reaching a bottom in in Food Service. She was a member of Harmony profits — not because of the ier economy, as opposed to Intel Corp.’s sales climbed 44 March 2009, the stock mar- Baptist Church. layoffs many of them used to the drastic cost-cutting that percent in the first quarter. ket rallied for three months She was preceded in death by her husband dress up last year’s earnings helped companies improve And makers of luxury goods as investors realized the Ernest Saunders and infant son Daryl Saunders. reports but because people their bottom lines in recent are benefiting from a release economy wouldn’t sink into Funeral services will be conducted Friday, April are spending more. quarters. of pent-up demand for such a depression. Then after 30, 2010, at 2 p.m. at Harmony Baptist Church The turnaround has yet to Among the latest winners, items as jewelry, watches and stalling for several weeks, with Rev. Steve Eddins and Odell Shephard offici- produce a dramatic increase Ford Motor Co. did an about- high-end furnishings. the S&P 500 has tacked on ating. Burial will follow at Eastside Cemetery. in hiring, which isn’t expected face from a year ago in report- Economists say a jump in another 35 percent since last She is survived by three daughters and their ing a $2.1 billion profit on sales of consumer goods is July. Saunders until 2011 or later. But it pro- spouses: Linda and Everett (Buck) King of vides emphatic new evidence 15 percent higher revenue; typical in a recovering econ- The growth in both con- Rockingham, Wanda and Mark Love of Candor and Paula and George that the economy has moved it plans to boost production. omy. Still, some are mystified sumer spending and the (Joey) Rose of Rockingham. She was a proud grandmother of five past the crisis and should Caterpillar Inc. also reversed by what Scott Hoyt of Moody’s stock market may not con- grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and three great great grand- continue to strengthen. a loss from a year ago and Economy.com described as tinue at this pace. But all the children. A brother, Marvin Gaston Williams of Asheville and a sister, “We’re out of the woods for said demand for its construc- surprising strength in con- executives who are raising Bessie Roller of Rockingham. good,” says Joseph LaVorgna, tion and mining equipment is sumer spending, given that their companies’ earnings The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at chief U.S. economist at surging. the employment picture and sales outlooks clearly Watson-King Funeral Home in Rockingham. Deutsche Bank. “This is not Royal Caribbean Cruises remains bleak for the near believe the first quarter was Memorials may be made to Harmony Baptist Church, Harrington just an arithmetic story. It’s a Ltd. returned to a first-quar- future. no mirage. Road, Rockingham, NC 28379 or Richmond Co. Hospice, 1119 N. US story of legitimate growth.” ter profit as more travelers Many people may be more Hwy. #1 Rockingham, NC 28379. Companies in the Standard vacationed on its ships and inclined to spend after pay- Online condolences may be made at www.watson-kingfuneral- & Poor’s 500 index have spent additional money on ing down debt or just holding home.com. reported 76 percent higher board. UPS Inc. posted a 33 onto their cash. Household VOTE Watson-King Funeral Home in Rockingham is serving the Saunders operating earnings than a percent profit increase; it said debt has declined by a whop- family. year ago — on pace to be tech firms are shipping more ping $600 billion since the Tom McInnis - Paid obituary the biggest year-over-year products and other industries fall of 2008, according to Richmond County Daily Journal increase ever, according are restocking inventories. Economy.com. School Board Thursday, April 29, 2010 to S&P analyst Howard A parade of other Fortune Consumers are saving less, A Voice for Silverblatt. Nearly half the 500 corporations also have too. After hovering near 5 Every Student companies in the index have boosted their full-year profit percent for much of last year, Howard Elvin Brigman forecasts this month. This the savings rate dropped in Richmond County reported earnings so far. Schools One reason for the gains is week alone, the list includes to 3.1 percent in February. Mr. Howard Elvin Brigman , 68, of 305 Terry St., Hamlet, DuPont Co., Estee Lauder That’s the lowest rate since died Tuesday, April 27, 2010, at his home. simply that the economy in Paid for by the Candidate early 2009 was at the depth Cos. and Whirlpool Corp. October 2008, according Mr. Brigman was born July 31, 1941, in Hamlet, son of John Exports have played a key Franklin Brigman and Essie Greene Brigman. of the worst recession in generations, but consumer role. Caterpillar enjoyed JAXON ANDREW COOKE He was retired from CSX Railroad, a mem- especially strong orders for ber of Second Baptist Church of Hamlet, and spending is clearly making a BORN JANUARY 20, 2010 comeback. its heavy equipment in devel- former Assistant Fire Chief for Hamlet Fire oping countries, and Deere Department. After a year and a half of Son of Andy & Lori Cooke hunkering down, people are Inc. also is selling more Visitation will be Thursday, April 29, 2010 internationally. But domes- at Harrington Funeral Home from 6-8 p.m. buying expensive items such Grandparents: as electronics and furniture tic demand also has been Funeral services will be Friday, April 30, strong. Charles & Tina Cummings 2010, at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church of and dining out more, even though an unemployment “What we have now is rising Jeff & Nonnie Cooke Hamlet with Rev. Marty Stebbins and Rev. exports and imports,” says Randy Bishop officiating. Burial will follow at Brigman rate of 9.7 percent clouds the recovery and the housing Richard Hoey, chief econo- Great-Grandparents: Richmond Memorial Park. mist for the Dreyfus Corp. Survivors include his wife, Geraldine Johnson Brigman market is still hurting. Lewis & Annie Mae Locklear “They’ve saved some Big manufacturers such as Ralph & Oveta Maree of the home; daughters, Kay B. Mein of Columbia, S.C., Whirlpool, the world’s largest Johnnie B. Butterfield of Huntersville and Kimberly Howard money, they’ve paid down debt, and at a certain point appliance maker, are among B. Sharpe of Hamlet; son, Jerry Samuel Brigman of the home; those faring the best. brothers, Robert “Bob” Brigman of Hamlet, John “Toady” you just get bored of eat- In Appreciation ing frozen pizza and watch- “That’s a function of con- Thomas Brigman of Hamlet and Richard “Dinky” Brigman of sumers having cut back for Rockingham; sisters, Pat Goodman of Rockingham and Mickey ing cable TV on a Saturday night,” says Barry Ritholtz, so long and now saying, ‘OK, Milham of Hamlet; and two grandchildren. I need a dishwasher’ or the In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be made to head of the financial research The officers and members of the Scotland County Hospice, 610 Launchwood Drive, Laurinburg, New Hope Missionary Baptist Church would like NC 28352 (non profit organization) or All Saints Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 687, Hamlet, NC 28345. to extend our heartfelt thanks and gratitude for all Harrington Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the acts of kindness shown during the passing of our Brigman Family. PETA buys ad space On line condolences may be made @www.harringtonfuner- beloved pastor Rev. Dr. W.H. Gatewood. alhome.com Richmond County Daily Journal on Oregon man’s Thursday, April 29, 2010 Chance Pearson-Stanback cremation urns Chance Pearson-Stanback, of Ellerbe, was born and died PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A ered, and donations have 805 South Long Drive 921 Long Drive Wednesday, April 21, 2010, at 10:24 p.m. at Moore Regional dying Oregon comedian’s last helped pay some of Jamison’s Rockingham, NC Richmond Medical Park Hospital in Pinehurst. words will be written on his medical bills. 997-4471 417-3490 A private family graveside service was held at St. Joseph cremation urns — and the One of the PETA ads will For All Your Home Health Care Needs Bible Church of God on April 24 at 11 a.m., with Elder Kevin message will be sponsored say: “I’ve Kicked the Bucket Mayhue officiating. by People for the Ethical — Have you? Boycott KFC.” Rockingham, NC Chance was born to Jennifer Pearson of Ellerbe and Treatment of Animals. The other reads: “People who Jim Brannon, R.Ph., Greg Marks, R.Ph., Lazelle Marks, R.Ph., Demetrius Stanback of Rockingham. The animal rights group Buy Purebred Dogs Really Jon Marks, R.Ph., Shannon Terry, R.Ph., Erin Edwards, R.Ph.,

Caroline Marks, R.Ph., Chrissy Taylor, R.Ph. 273789 Chance is survived by his parents, Jennifer Pearson and has paid $200 to place ads Burn Me Up. Always Adopt.” www.medicalcenterpharmacy.com Demetrius Stanback; his maternal grandparents, Joyce Shaw blasting KFC and dog breed- of Ellerbe and Dwight King of Jackson Springs; paternal grand- ers on the urns that will hold parents, Sharon Broady of Georgia and John Stanback Sr. of the remains of Aaron Jamison, Rockingham; maternal great-grandparents Robert Butler and who is dying of colon cancer. Mildred King of Jackson Springs; and paternal great-grandfa- The Springfield man offered ther Dan Broady of Rockingham. the ad space earlier this Funeral arrangements were handled by McLendon Funeral month so his wife wouldn’t Ground Burial for 2 Home in Ellerbe. be left with funeral costs. Richmond County Daily Journal Since then, the $800 cre- Complete Package Includes: Thursday, April 29, 2010 mation cost has been cov- 2 Ground Spaces Market 2 Burial Vaults CONTINUED FROM FRONT 2 Opening & Closing in the market this year is the All vendors at the to the Richmond County 1 Double Marker addition of more farmers to Richmond County Farmer’s Cooperative Extension Office sell their products. Market live within 20 miles located at 123 Caroline St. $1,000 discount. Does not apply to previous purchase “We’ve had about 10 ven- of Rockingham, and produce in Rockingham. The phone or other offers. Promotion expires May 31st, 2010 dors sign up this year,” the food or products they are number is 997-8255. Sherrill said. “That doesn’t selling on their farms. necessarily mean they all will Questions about the mar- ■ Staff Writer Philip D. Buy Pre-Need and Save be there every Saturday, but ket, or more information Brown can be reached at (910) they will be there throughout on the benefits of local 997-3111 ext. 32, or by e-mail the season.” agriculture and consump- at pbrown@yourdailyjournal. 1.) Lock in today’s prices and prevent inflation Some of the items people tion, should be directed com. can choose from Saturday 2.) Financing available; payments adjusted to fit your income include strawberries, lettuce, radishes, sweet potatoes, col- 3.) Your loved ones are not left to worry about burial selection lards, spring onions, green- VOTE FOR on the worst day of their lives. house tomatoes, turnips and handmade wood crafts, according to Sherrill. Later in the season, more TONY MARTIN Richmond County items will be offered, includ- ing corn, green beans, peas, FOR melons, local honey, okra, “and just about everything COUNTY COMMISSIONER Memorial Park you can imagine, or grow in Richmond County,” Sherrill PAID FOR BY THE COMMITTEE TO ELECT TONY MARTIN Hwy 74 E., Rockingham 895-2778 said. Condolences ~ Reflections ~ Remembrances View Richmond County’s complete list of obituaries and share memories with a tribute. Visit obituaries at www.yourdailyjournal.com Page 6A Richmond County Daily Journal, Rockingham, N.C. Thursday, April 29, 2010 www.yourdailyjournal.com Health Third FirstHealth Home Care Services recognized for patient satisfaction Special to the Journal ery.” us into their homes as we help Satisfaction service is one of FirstHealth Home Care has been The Patient Satisfaction Award them regain their health. I’m very home care’s oldest, largest and hospitalist named a national best practice agen- of Distinction goes to home health proud of the staff at First Health for most respected patient satisfac- cy by Fazzi Associates, a national organizations that demonstrated receiving the Patient Satisfaction tion benchmarking systems in the benchmarking service. The recogni- superior performance in patient Award. They are special, compas- country. “This level of success is tion establishes the organization as satisfaction in the year 2009. The sionate and hard-working people, joins achievement places FirstHealth and it’s rewarding to know our commendable and deserving of a proven leader in patient satisfac- Home Care in the top 25 percent of patients share this view.” recognition,” says Gina L. Mazza, tion – one of the most important Fazzi’s national patient satisfaction FirstHealth Home Care consis- R.N., Total Performance director measures of an agency’s quality database. tently ranks highly in Medicare’s for Fazzi Associates, of the patient Richmond program. FirstHealth offers Home Care publicly reported quality measures, satisfaction recognition. “This is a “I can truthfully say that my services to patients in Richmond, surpassing numerous state and significant accomplishment to be experience with FirstHealth Home Moore, Lee, Montgomery, Hoke national standards. In addition, a Care was an excellent one,” says incredibly proud of.” Memorial and Scotland counties. recently awarded government grant For more information on the Rockingham resident Judy Chavis, “FirstHealth Home Care profes- allows FirstHealth Home Care to Mark G. Aarons, M.D., has joined who recently recovered from knee sionals touch the lives of the people provide TeleHealth home moni- Patient Satisfaction Award and the the Hospitalist Service at FirstHealth replacement surgery. “My Home we care for and they, in turn, touch toring equipment at no charge to services provided by FirstHealth Richmond Memorial Hospital, Care physical therapists were pro- ours,” says Patty Upham, R.N., its patients, improving health out- Home Care Services, call (800) becoming the third physician on the fessional, personable and sincere director of FirstHealth Home Care comes even more. 876-2212 toll-free or visit www. RMH Hospitalist team. in helping with my complete recov- Services. “Our patients welcome Fazzi’s National Patient firsthealth.org. Hospitalists are medical doc- tors who specialize in the care of patients who are in the hospital. They do not have offices outside the hospital. The other members of the Hospitalist Service program Carnival venue at Richmond Memorial are John E. Flannery, M.D., and Kelly E. King, M.D. Dr. Aarons, who is board certified will greet 2010 in internal medicine and nephrology, came to the RMH Hospitalist Service from Richmond Internal Medicine, which he joined in 2007. He received Cancer Survivors his premedical education from Princeton University in New Jersey and his medical Day participants degree from Baylor College of Medicine PINEHURST – Longtime include cake and snacks, and in Houston, Texas. participants in FirstHealth of door prizes will be awarded He completed an the Carolinas’ annual Cancer every half-hour. internship and resi- Survivors Day program will Each cancer survivor will dency at Montefiore see a new and more celebra- receive a National Cancer Hospital in Bronx, tory focus in the 2010 event. Survivors Day T-shirt as well N.Y., and a resi- Scheduled for Sunday, June as a marigold seed pack so dency in internal 6, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Fair “they can plant their own vic- Aarons medicine at Duke Barn in Pinehurst, the event tory garden,” Thomas says. University Medical will feature a carnival venue An educational area called Center in Durham. He later complet- and the opportunity for more the “Wellness Corner” will ed a nephrology fellowship at Emory participant interaction. highlight services that com- University Hospitals in Atlanta. “We wanted to make it more plement cancer care includ- “I am very pleased to continue dynamic, where patients and ing Food & Nutrition, the my affiliation with FirstHealth of families can mingle with each Centers for Health & Fitness, the Carolinas and with the physi- other and with the people pet therapy and massage. cian, nursing and ancillary staffs who take care of them,” says “We want to have everybody of Richmond Memorial Hospital,” Margie Thomas, clinical direc- involved and having fun,” says Dr. Aarons says. “This is a talented tor of Radiation Oncology at Thomas. “Surviving cancer is group of individuals devoted to the CONTRIBUTED A staff member of First Choice Medical demonstrates laser light FirstHealth Moore Regional an attitude about life and liv- care of the citizens of Richmond Hospital and chair of the ing each day to the fullest.” County and the surrounding com- therapy on Joe Baker during Sandhills Regional Medical Center’s local Cancer Survivors Day More than 11 million can- munities.” health fair on Saturday. Baker was visiting the area from Plymouth Committee. cer survivors are expected Since they practice only in the hos- and decided to take advantage of the screenings. Several Sandhills “We are there to celebrate to participate in observing pital, the hospitalists at Richmond Regional Medical Center physicians offered free lab consultations our patients’ survivorship the worldwide 23rd National Memorial Hospital medically man- during the health fair on Saturday. over cancer,” Thomas says. Cancer Survivors Day. The age every aspect of a patient’s hos- “We want to unite to show program started in the United pital stay. Because they are hospital- that life after a cancer diag- States but is now observed based, they are in a better position nosis can be meaningful in countries as far away as to respond to the immediate needs and productive. Despite the Australia, Italy and Malaysia. of the hospitalized patient. There are ways to quiet snoring adversities, cancer survivors A “survivor” is anyone liv- In this respect, they differ from Paul G. Donohue, M.D. throat. Such devices also can be found face each day with courage ing with a history of cancer most primary care doctors who need writer in many drugstores. A variety of surgical and dignity and serve as an – from the moment of diag- to spend most of their time see- and laser procedures exists to pare away inspiration to all of us.” nosis through the remainder ing patients in their offices, leaving Snoring results from the vibration of the redundant tissues in the back of the According to Thomas, of life. them with a limited amount of time loose and redundant tissues at the back of mouth and throat. the idea behind the carnival The Moore Regional to care for patients in the hospital. the mouth and in the throat. It’s the same Observe what happens when he’s focus is to “have everybody Hospital National Cancer With hospitalists managing their mechanism by which the reed of a wind asleep. Snoring often is a sign of sleep involved.” As a result, there Survivors Day celebration care, RMH patients have the ben- instrument produces music, except that apnea (AP-knee-uh). “Apnea” means “no will be no speakers or set is free and open to cancer efits of receiving high-quality care snoring isn’t music. breathing.” People with sleep apnea have agenda. Instead, participants survivors, their families and all day, every day; seeing a doctor If your sweetheart is overweight, weight spells of 10 or more seconds during which will be treated to fun, inter- friends, and to the physicians as often as they need to; and having loss will produce a marked improvement there is silence. The silence is broken by a active games and activities, and other health-care person- a doctor more readily available to in his nighttime serenade. He shouldn’t gasp, and then the snoring resumes. The including Bingo and a “prize nel who treat cancer patients. speak with them or their family. drink alcohol before going to bed. Alcohol silence comes from not breathing. walk,” a cakewalk-like activ- For more information about “Our hospitalists know every spe- relaxes those throat and mouth tissues. Sleep apnea can lead to serious health ity. attending or for directions, cialist and every diagnostic and treat- Sleeping on the side opens a passageway problems. It can elevate blood pressure. There will be a variety of call (800) 213-3284 toll-free. ment service in the hospital,” says for air on its way to the lungs. You can The fragmented sleep that patients expe- prizes – including cakes – Richmond Memorial President John help him stay on his side by making a rience makes them groggy during the day that can be won or chosen. Jackson. “They also know the nurses pocket on the back of his pajamas and and apt to cause an auto accident. Apnea A highlight of the after- who help take care of our patients, putting a tennis ball in it. Or you can use also increases the chances of having a noon will likely be the “Dunk because they work with them every a golf ball. Either will keep him off his heart attack. Continuous positive airway the Doctor” booth featuring Got day. All of this fosters communica- back. A soft neck collar, obtainable in pressure (CPAP, pronounced “sea PAP”) several physicians who treat tion and teamwork, which results in drugstores, keeps the jaw propped up and consists of a machine with a face mask. cancer patients. There will Allergies? the best and most efficient care for stops throat tissue sagging. His dentist The machine drives pressurized air into also be craft, journaling, com- our patients.” can obtain a device that pushes his jaw the nose so it can push through the lax plimentary therapy and photo We can help! forward to open up the airspace in the throat tissues and reach the lungs. areas. Refreshments will Vitamin E shows promise for treating liver disease

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Normal statis- around 200 students signed up the scholarships and more infor- 4 p.m., and May 28 at Lowe’s store the Walgreens and Lowe’s drives. tics show that only five percent of for the drive at Richmond Senior mation from their Web site www. 1038 in Rockingham from 2 to 6:30 “We have about five to six drives a those who can give blood, do. High,” said Park. “They normally redcrossblood.org p.m. month on average,” said Park. The “A pint or unit, as it’s called, can meet or exceed their goals.” “Bad weather caused the cancella- main headquarters is in Charlotte save up to three lives,” said Park. Students and volunteers also have ■ Hollie Nivens can be reached at tion of drives back in January of this which supplies the blood for both The Red Cross needs 1,600 units, a chance to receive a scholarship (910) 997-3111 ext. 19 or by e-mailing year,” said Pam Park, Red Cross hospitals here in Richmond and in or pints of blood, each day. from The Red Cross BloodStock at [email protected]. Flea infestation Review: Zeo is a useful but pricey sleep monitor shuts down Ohio health Michael Felberbaum (It’s much better than the Altoids arising rested in the morning. That’s understanding my sleep patterns. I AP Business Writer mint tin and Adidas sports headband better than the traditional practice learned that exercising during the department RICHMOND, Va. — If I didn’t that were part of the original pro- of hitting the snooze button on my day — but not too late — helped me already have a reason to look for- totype.) It also comes with a base- alarm clock, which might give me a sleep better, as did limiting caffeine LANCASTER, Ohio (AP) ward to Friday nights, I do now. station unit that acts as an alarm few extra minutes of sleep, but can and food right before bed. — A county health department Why? Because it’s the night when, clock and monitors your sleep pat- make me feel even worse. The coaching on the Zeo website in Ohio has closed because of terns. That information is collected according to the Zeo Personal Sleep Once you put the headband back guides you on ways to get better a hygiene issue under its own Coach, I get the best sleep. on an SD card that you take out and on its rechargeable dock, Zeo asks roof: an infestation of fleas. plug into an adapter that fits into a you how well you slept on a scale of sleep. It sets up a seven-step pro- Now, that’s probably because I gram, which includes such ideas as: Officials with the Fairfield computer’s USB port. From there 1 to 5, and it gives you a number that County Department of Health usually get to sleep in on Saturday setting up your bedroom as a sanc- mornings or because I don’t have a few clicks send the information it calls a “ZQ.” That describes the said Wednesday that its offices to the Zeo website so you can track quantity and quality of your sleep. tuary, developing a routine so you would be shut down through the to worry about work all weekend. have an hour to relax before bed and Nevertheless, I have Zeo to thank your data. The unit also displays an easy-to- weekend so the building can be for confirming it. What does Zeo track? How long read chart showing you which type eliminating certain foods and drinks cleaned thoroughly and fogged Zeo, created by a group of sleep- it took you to fall asleep, how many of sleep you were getting at a par- from your evening diet. You can also with insecticide. times you woke up during the night, deprived college students who were ticular time during the night. keep a journal on the site about Fleas can transmit disease, and how long you spent in deep, I found that I’m a lighter sleeper things that may have hindered or but county Health Commissioner interested in how people slumber, light and rapid eye movement (REM) designed the device and the corre- than I thought. I spend most of helped your sleep on a given night. Frank Hirsch says he does not sleep. It measures all by analyzing my nights in light sleep, followed But after a couple of months, I believe the bugs have posed sponding technology that measures your brain waves using sensors in a person’s sleep patterns. It sells by REM sleep, which helps with got tired of wearing the headband. a health risk at the depart- the headband. your overall mental health and is ment in Lancaster (LANG’-kuh- for $250, which gives you access to In the morning, you can use Zeo I even started wondering whether its website to track data about your when you dream. But I lacked deep the Zeo system was contributing to stur), about 30 miles southeast as an alarm, so it wakes you at a sleep, which is important for feeling of Columbus. He says they’ve sleep; or $350, which also includes specific time, or you can let the some sleep-deprived nights because lifetime coaching on its website to restored and refreshed. mostly been an annoyance for Zeo slowly wake you with gradually Knowing how well I slept certainly it made me focus on whether I was his employees and have been a guide you on how to improve your louder sounds based on what cycle maximizing my sleep. Zeo is defi- sleep. explained how I felt on a given day. recurring problem for years. of sleep you are in at the time. But, more importantly, uploading the nitely easy to use and gives you a lot Several public programs The Zeo comes with a lightweight, I chose to have the Zeo wireless headband that you wear to data to the MyZeo website helped of information, but is it worth the scheduled at the building this “SmartWake” option get me up slow- me track how I was sleeping over investment? You might just save the week have been postponed until bed. It is adjustable and pretty com- ly, and found that very helpful for fortable to wear — at least at first. a longer period, in hopes of better money and go to sleep earlier. Monday. Judge liquidates FOR CHILDREN OF ALL AGES… troubled medical insurance firms NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A judge has ordered the perma- nent shutdown and liquidation of two Tennessee companies accused of selling phony medical insurance policies. The Tennessean reports state insurance officials say Springfield-based American Trade Association and Smart Data Solutions LLC collected almost $22 million in premiums and Kids’Saturday, Day May 8 left customers with nearly 24,000 unpaid claims. Court documents state some of the premium money was 9 a.m. - noon used to buy automobiles and real estate and to make donations to the University of Alabama Tide Pride booster club. Rain or Shine Davidson County Chancellor Ellen Hobbs Lyle ordered the liquidation on Tuesday after it was determined the compa- FirstHealth Richmond Memorial Hospital - FREE nies were insolvent. Neither company was licensed to sell or administer health insurance policies. The state seized control of the companies in March after a lengthy investigation and complaints from several states. Springfield resident Bart Posey, who owns the companies, Car Seat Check said he plans to appeal the liquidation order. Boating Safety He has contended the trade association was simply a private Safe Kids Mid-Carolinas Region organization that helped members purchase group discounts, Display including health insurance, and that he was victimized by Asthma Screenings/Information Service America Assurance, a health insurance carrier that Ahdieh Pediatrics and did not pay claims. Refreshments Sandhills Community Care Network Nader Baydoun, attorney for Posey, his wife and his compa- Taste test healthy nies, has emphatically denied allegations that Service America snacks Ear & Throat Checks Assurance was a shell company set up by his clients to collect Shamsul Khan, M.D., Richmond Pediatrics premiums. Arkansas, Connecticut, Florida, Indiana, Illinois, Kansas, K-9 Officer Robby BMI Assessment Michigan, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, Oklahoma and Patrick Egbe, M.D., Choice Pediatrix and Ambulance & Washington have all issued cease-and-desist orders against Richmond 2020 Vision Group ATA and SDS. 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So it’s She told the magazine the affair does not think she played a key role tress said the former presidential Winfrey asked Hunter why John like you can’t do the interview and ended in July 2008 and that the in breaking up the Edwards mar- candidate’s wife didn’t know about Edwards, a former North Carolina not speak the whole truth.” relationship is now something “dif- riage.” their involvement until after he senator, did the August 2008 inter- Hunter’s appearance on Winfrey’s ferent.” She didn’t say whether they Elizabeth Edwards appeared on gave an interview to ABC News cor- view with Woodruff. show is her first televised interview are still romantically involved but “The Oprah Winfrey Show” last May respondent Bob Woodruff admitting “Everyone who was close to — since Edwards first admitted two said Edwards wants to be there for well, who knew all the facts and years ago that he had an affair their daughter. and discussed John Edwards’ infidel- the affair. ity, her struggle with terminal can- “She didn’t know until after the knew the truth said, please don’t do with her. In January, Edwards said Winfrey said she thinks Hunter is interview,” Rielle Hunter told Oprah that interview. Please don’t do that he and Hunter have a 2-year-old speaking out “because she wants to cer and her memoir detailing how Winfrey about Elizabeth Edwards interview,” Hunter said. “Elizabeth daughter after initially denying it. tell her own truth.” she coped with both. Winfrey did in quotes provided Wednesday by really wanted him to do that inter- He and Elizabeth Edwards are now “What surprised me most?” not mention Hunter’s name during Harpo Productions. “He came clean view. She wanted him to say, you separated. Winfrey said in quotes provided by the interview, a condition Elizabeth with her after that interview.” know, you’ve got to get out in front GQ magazine last month pub- Harpo. “She doesn’t think she’s Edwards requested. Saved: NC company provides digital photo storage Fran Daniel based in Winston-Salem that devel- in an online showcase highlighting for both services. have books and books of photos that Winston-Salem Journal oped the site. the best uses of Silverlight. SnapCrowd.com has 1,050 go back years and years.” SnapCrowd.com went live in Because there is no advertis- accounts, of which 200 have given She said that having a SnapCrowd. WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) summer 2008. The site’s features ing on the SnapCrowd.com site, the company some type of business — It’s not every day that a business com account is a good way for the include unlimited storage, the abil- McBride is always asked how his through SnapDigital and SnapArt, academy and college to store them is formed out of a tragedy, but that’s ity to upload from a phone, person- company makes money. McBride said. what happened with SnapCrowd and give departments on campus alized address book and contacts, “We want to make the log-in expe- Eventually, the company plans to access to them instead of having a Inc. and the ability to store the original rience as smooth as possible, but charge for storage, but McBride, In 2002, John McBride’s home size and quality of photographs. what we do plan to do is have ser- said it would still offer unlimited lot of people at one time in the pub- in Winston-Salem was burglarized. Once customers sign up for mem- vices,” he said. storage and size. lic relations and communications Among the items stolen was his bership, they have access to their Two of those services are Convergexe is developing appli- office looking at CDs and going home computer. original photos with the original SnapDigital and SnapArt. cations to share photos and files through picture books. Gone were the baby photos of his resolution, not a compressed image, SnapCrowd Inc. charges custom- with other Web sites, technologies “When somebody needs a photo- daughter, Mary, who was 6 months which McBride said gives his com- ers $69.99 to digitize up to 150 of to access member accounts with graph, we can give them the pass- old at the time. He’d stored them pany an advantage over some of its their old photos and upload them smart phones and other handheld word and say, ‘Look under this and other family photos on the competitors. to their own personal SnapCrowd. devices. particular file,’ either academy or computer’s hard drive. Storage, for now, is free. com account, where they can share McBride said they’re also work- college, and there it is.” “We don’t have any of the pictures McBride said that original per- them with family and friends. That’s ing on ways for customers to upload Schuette also has a personal when she was born,” McBride said. sonal photos and documents can SnapDigital. digital audio and video files. account with SnapCrowd.com. That’s when he got the idea for an be stored and shared safely and For the same price, the company His goal is to have 10,000 custom- online image and document storage “Recently, I inherited about 400 securely as SnapCrowd.com uses will digitize up to 25 kindergarten ers in six months and 1 million in slides from my dad and had no clue site that would be based in Winston- Microsoft’s Silverlight technology. and preschool works of art, up to three years. Salem. “Nothing is 100 percent safe,” 12 inches by 18 inches in size. This Salem Academy & College what to do with them,” she said. McBride and three business McBride said, “but ours is 99.9999 SnapArt, from finger painting to started parking its picture files on “SnapCrowd copied them and the partners, Jimmy Nelson, Francis percent safe.” drawings, will also be uploaded to SnapCrowd.com last summer. quality was great. These went back Perez and Dominic Gray, founded SnapCrowd Inc. has three differ- the customer’s SnapCrowd.com “I think it’s been great for Salem,” to the ‘40s on up to (my) childhood, SnapCrowd.com in 2006. Perez ent servers in three different states account. said Ellen Schuette, an associate so I was able to share them with and Gray are also the owners of for security backup. The company returns the origi- director of communications for my cousins, and my brother and my Convergexe Inc., another company The company is actually featured nals along with a CD of the images Salem Academy & College. “We mother.” BofA annual meeting calm, less contentious Ieva M. Augstums a shareholder question about re-elect 13 directors to the AP Business Writer the Securities and Exchange board. CHARLOTTE — Bank Commission charges against The bank’s board elected of America’s CEO said Goldman Sachs, Moynihan Charles “Chad” O. Holliday, Wednesday his bank is open said the bank had reviewed its Jr. as chairman, succeeding to boosting its dividend, but structured debt activities and Walter Massey, who is retir- first he wants to see more “nothing concerns us.” ing after 13 years of service. improvement in the economy, Seven shareholder propos- Massey, president emeritus several quarters of profits als were voted on during the of Morehouse College in and make sure the bank has 2 1/2-hour meeting, but only Atlanta, was elected by Bank one of them was approved. enough capital. of America’s board to replace Brian Moynihan, taking the That measure gives sharehold- ers the right to call special Lewis as chairman last April. reins of his first annual meet- Holliday, 62, has served as ing, said Bank of America meetings if they collectively Corp. isn’t against lifting its hold 10 percent of the bank’s a director since September dividend, but “We have to have shares. 2009. He is the former those three things in place.” Shareholders also voted to chairman of E.I. du Pont de Bank of America cut its allow the bank to increase its Nemours and Co., a position dividend to a penny per share number of authorized com- he had held for about 10 years. from 32 cents per share last mon shares from 11.3 billion He served as CEO of DuPont year as loan losses piled up to 12.8 billion, as well as to from 1998 until 2008. and banks moved to shore up their reserves. “As a shareholder, I’d like VOTE to see a better dividend,” said Margaret Pfeiffer of Jackson, Mo., in an interview with The Associated Press after Don M. Bryant the meeting. “I understand his reasoning, but it would be For JOHN D. SIMMONS/MCT nice.” Welder Tyler Bevans, of Bevan Steel Fabricators of Charlotte, works on Raising the company’s divi- County Commissioner the metal understructure of a clock tower that rises more than 30 ft. on dend would be a sign of finan- the Little Sugar Creek Greenway, April 22. Construction-sector jobs, once cial strength. Paid for by committee to elect Don M. Bryant among the most readily available in the Charlotte region, have melted away The meeting, which took by the thousands since the real estate bubble burst, home values plunged place next door to the bank’s and foreclosures surged. Charlotte, N.C. headquarters, was Pfeiffer’s first. It was qui- eter and shorter than last year, VOTE when shareholders stripped then-CEO Ken Lewis of his NC pastor regrets big chairman title. Moynihan took JOE RICHARDSON over on Jan. 1. Since then, the bank has returned to profitability and SCHOOL BOARD spending, denies tax evasion gotten a lift in its stock price. Bank of America shares A Dedicated Proven Advocate CHARLOTTE (AP) — A North Carolina Prosecutors accuse him and his wife Harriet rose 31 cents to $17.77 in For All Students pastor says the millions in income, fancy cars of failing to report about $1.8 million of the afternoon trading. At the time PAID FOR BY COMMITTEE TO ELECT JOE RICHARDSON and homes he and his wife received from their $5 million in income they received over five of last year’s annual meeting, congregation was generous. years from the Greater Salem City of God its shares traded around $8.68 But The Charlotte Observer reported that church. per share. Anthony Jinwright on Tuesday denied tax eva- Government witnesses say the church had Addressing a crowd of about SETTLE IRS TAXES sion allegations. a special account to buy the Jinwrights luxury 700 shareholders, Moynihan Jinwright acknowledged taking “too much” items including Louis Vuitton (LOO-ee vee- said he believed the compa- For a fraction of what you owe compensation from his Charlotte congrega- TAWN) bags and a $1,500-a-month lease pay- ny’s first-quarter earnings tion and making innocent financial mistakes. ment on a Mercedes-Benz. represented less than half its     possible profit. ✓      Bank of America joined the #& ✓! '      nation’s big banks in report-    ing first-quarter profits and ✓       said they’re seeing signs of # ( NC city bans smoking in  an economic recovery, even ✓"('          as more losses from mortgage    loans grow. parks, near city buildings Bank of America’s earnings )"%%*"+"#%,##+"#"%%"-"% rose 0.7 percent to $2.83 bil- %*!#)$.""# lion from $2.81 billion a year ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — A North Carolina First Lady Michelle Obama also will allow earlier. Strong revenue from city is cutting back on smoking in public building owners who ban smoking to call trading in securities includ- places, banning smokers from parks and the police when people who light up. ing bonds, currencies and      vicinity of municipal buildings. Smoking already is prohibited in city build- commodities helped the bank  The Asheville Citizen-Times reported ings. The new rules take effect in July. offset its losses from failed !""#$%% Wednesday the city council expanded its consumer loans. 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First pitch is 200 presented by Black’s Tire set for 7 p.m. and Auto Service weekend gets underway on Thursday, May ■ Contact sports editor David 13 with practice and qualifying for the Friday, May 14 running Vantress at 997-3111, ext. 14 or DAVID VANTRESS/DAILY JOURNAL via email at dvantress@yourda Richmond Senior’s Luke Bullard looks back as he crosses home plate on a Corey Wallace sacrifice fly of the ASA Late Model Series ilyjournal.com. during the Raiders’ 5-4 loss to Pinecrest Wednesday night at Richmond. race. The ASA late models will take the green flag for their shootout immediately follow- ing USAR Pro Cup and UARA 2010 IHRA SPORTSMAN TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS qualifying (approximately 4:30 pm). The UARA portion of the Carolina 200 presented by Quintet of women to vie for championships Black’s Tire and Auto Service takes the green flag on Special To The Daily Journal Grubbs claimed the Stock title in 2002. to compete for a world title and some are Saturday, May 15 at 11 am with In fact, in the history of the IHRA, only even a bit excited to make a few grown men the USAR Pro Cup to follow at This weekend, many of the best driv- two women have ever claimed a sportsman shed a tear or two in the process. approximately 1 pm. ers from across the nation will converge championship in IHRA competition. Other “I don’t think gender makes a difference The Carolina 200 marks the on Rockingham Dragway for the running than Grubbs the other female champion behind the wheel, but I have noticed that second time that the UARA of the 2009 Sportsman Tournament of was Ann Peto who claimed the Modified there are some guys who have a harder cars take to The Rock. Kyle Champions. title in 1989 and 1990. time losing to a woman,” Bolton said. “I Grissom took the checkered Featuring an assortment of national and “I think it would be an honor to win a think it is because they are often times flag when the series last made special event winners and Summit Pro-Am world championship because it is a title teased for getting beat by a girl.” a stop in July, 2009. champions from the 2009 racing season, not many people – men or women – can “There is the occasional competitor or The USAR Series is making the inaugural Tournament of Champions say they have,” said Stock competitor Lisa fan who looks down on women drivers, peo- its third trip to Rockingham. will determine the very first IHRA sports- Bolton. “Regardless of who you are a cham- ple who assume we really don’t know any- Defending series champion man champions via on-track competition. pionship is the ultimate goal of most racers thing about racing or cars,” Collier added. Clay Rogers has claimed vic- Regardless of money, location and especial- and it would certainly be special to add my “And every once in a while there’s a guy tory in the two previous visits. ly gender, from this collection of sportsman name to that list.” that really doesn’t like to get beat by a girl. CONTRIBUTED For more information on superstars will be seven World Champions Bolton is one of five female TOC par- Overall, though, I really don’t think about Jeanne Linke will be one the Carolina 200 presented by crowned as undisputed champions for the ticipants competing at Rockingham later it. of five women com- Black’s Tire and Auto Service first time in IHRA history. this month along with fellow Stock drivers “Once we strap into that race car all peting for a drag rac- or other events upcoming at And of the dozens of drivers currently Hillarey Sloan and Jeanne Linke, Quick Rod things are equal.” ing title this weekend the track, contact Rockingham holding a spot on the championship ladder driver Lisa Collier and Super Stock com- at the IHRA Tournament Speedway at 205-8800 or visit are five women itching for their chance to petitor Missy Phillips. of Champions at our website at www.rocking- make history in trying to become the first All five are thrilled about the opportunity IHRA Rockingham Dragway. hamspeedway.com. female sportsman champion since Brenda CONTINUED ON PAGE 2B THE SPORTS DEPARTMENT CAN BE REACHED AT [email protected]; OR CALL (910) 997-3111, EXT. 44. C M Y K Page 2B Richmond County Daily Journal, Rockingham, N.C. Thursday, April 29, 2010 www.yourdailyjournal.com IHRA THE SCOREBOARD CONTINUED FROM FRONT Call in your scores: 997-3111, ext. 44 • Fax your scores: 997-4321 Bolton has been racing since While racing has always been e-mail your scores: [email protected] 1992 when, after years of watch- a part of Linke’s life, her looks ing her husband compete, she have often times drawn sec- decided it was her turn to give ond glances from the competi- Pittsburgh (Burres 0-1) at L.A. Dodgers (Willis 0-1), 1:05 p.m. Sunday, April 18: Dallas 100, San WESTERN CONFERENCE straight-line racing a try. And tion. But on the racetrack she PREPS (Kershaw 1-0), 10:10 p.m. Chicago White Sox (Floyd 0-2) at Texas Antonio 94 San Jose 4, Colorado 2 from the moment she strapped always enjoys proving that she Friday’s Games (Feldman 1-2), 2:05 p.m. Wednesday, April 21: San Antonio 102, Wednesday, April 14: Colorado 2, San into a vehicle she knew this was belongs. Arizona at Chicago Cubs, 2:20 p.m. N.Y. Yankees (A.J.Burnett 2-0) at Dallas 88 Jose 1 Thursday, April 29 N.Y. Mets at Philadelphia, 7:05 p.m. Baltimore (Matusz 2-0), 7:05 p.m. Friday, April 23: San Antonio 94, Dallas Friday, April 16: San Jose 6, Colorado the sport for her. “Because I consider myself VARSITY WOMEN’S SOCCER Washington at Florida, 7:10 p.m. Oakland (Duchscherer 2-0) at Toronto 90 5, OT “I used to go to the races one of the guys being a girl Scotland at Richmond, 7 p.m. Houston at Atlanta, 7:35 p.m. (R.Romero 1-1), 7:07 p.m. Sunday, April 25: San Antonio 92, Sunday, April 18: Colorado 1, San Kansas City (Hochevar 2-0) at Tampa to watch Eddie, but eventually never really becomes a factor. VARSITY BASEBALL Cincinnati at St. Louis, 8:15 p.m. Dallas 89 Jose 0, OT Milwaukee at San Diego, 10:05 p.m. Bay (Garza 3-1), 7:10 p.m. Scotland at Richmond, 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 27: San Antonio at Tuesday, April 20: San Jose 2, Colorado I grew tired of just watching. I support my racing off my pay- J.V. BASEBALL Pittsburgh at L.A. Dodgers, 10:10 p.m. Friday’s Games Boston at Baltimore, 7:05 p.m. Dallas, late 1, OT One night he unhooked the tow checks and tow the car myself Richmond at Scotland, 4:30 p.m. Colorado at San Francisco, 10:15 p.m. Chicago White Sox at N.Y. Yankees, x-Thursday, April 29: Dallas at San Thursday, April 22: San Jose 5, vehicle and let me drive. From and I’ve never felt the intimida- VARSITY SOFTBALL National League Leaders 7:05 p.m. Antonio, 8, 8:30 or 9:30 p.m. Colorado 0 the first time down the track I tion that some girls talk about,” Scotland at Richmond, 5 p.m. BATTING_Sandoval, San Francisco, L.A. Angels at Detroit, 7:05 p.m. x-Saturday, May 1: San Antonio at Saturday, April 24: San Jose 5, J.V. SOFTBALL .372; Prado, Atlanta, .367; Braun, Minnesota at Cleveland, 7:05 p.m. Dallas, TBA Colorado 2 was hooked,” Bolton said. Linke said. “But I loved racing Richmond at Scotland, 5 p.m. Milwaukee, .350; Bourn, Houston, Oakland at Toronto, 7:07 p.m. Phoenix 3, Portland 2 Over the next few years the against Lisa Bolton last year .344; CGonzalez, Colorado, .342; Byrd, Kansas City at Tampa Bay, 7:10 p.m. Sunday, April 18: Portland 105, Phoenix Chicago 4, Nashville 2 pair traveled the country com- in the all-female final at MIR. I Chicago, .338; Headley, San Diego, Texas at Seattle, 10:10 p.m. 100 Friday, April 16: Nashville 4, Chicago 1 TV .337. Tuesday, April 20: Phoenix 119, Sunday, April 18: Chicago 2, Nashville peting at various events culmi- have to admit that I didn’t feel RUNS_Kemp, Los Angeles, 20; Utley, Portland 90 0 nating with Bolton’s husband like one of the guys in that par- Philadelphia, 18; Braun, Milwaukee, Thursday, April 22: Phoenix 108, Tuesday, April 20: Nashville 4, Chicago claiming the first family title ticular race. Thursday, April 29 17; Maybin, Florida, 17; Uggla, Florida, BASKETBALL Portland 89 1 COLLEGE SOFTBALL 17; Weeks, Milwaukee, 17; Furcal, Los Saturday, April 24: Portland 96, Thursday, April 22: Chicago 3, when he won the Hot Rod cham- “I was more nervous racing 8 p.m. Angeles, 16; Tulowitzki, Colorado, 16. Phoenix 87 Nashville 0 pionship in 2002. Now, eight against a girl than anyone else ESPN — Georgia at LSU RBI_Cantu, Florida, 22; Braun, NBA Playoff Glance Monday, April 26: Phoenix 107, Saturday, April 24: Chicago 5, Nashville Milwaukee, 20; Kemp, Los Angeles, years later, Lisa is ready to add because it rarely happens. It GOLF By The Associated Press Portland 88 4, OT 20; Reynolds, Arizona, 20; McGehee, 9:30 a.m. Thursday, April 29: Phoenix at Portland, Monday, April 26: Chicago 5, Nashville her own trophy to the family would be amazing if the cham- Milwaukee, 18; Pujols, St. Louis, 18; All Times EDT TGC — European PGA Tour, Open de Ethier, Los Angeles, 17. FIRST ROUND 9 or 10:30 p.m. 3 mantle. pionship could come down to us Espana, first round, at Seville, Spain HITS_Prado, Atlanta, 29; Sandoval, (Best-of-7) x-Saturday, May 1: Portland at Phoenix, “My husband won the Hot Rod once again.” 2 p.m. San Francisco, 29; Theriot, Chicago, (x-if necessary) TBA Vancouver 4, Los Angeles 2 World Championship in 2002 Along with Linke and Bolton TGC — PGA Tour, Quail Hollow 29; Braun, Milwaukee, 28; Headley, EASTERN CONFERENCE Thursday, April 15: Vancouver 3, Los Championship, first round, at San Diego, 28; Byrd, Chicago, 27; Cleveland 3, Chicago 1 Utah 3, Denver 1 Angeles 2, OT and at that time I could only the third piece to the Stock trio Charlotte, N.C. Loney, Los Angeles, 27; Tulowitzki, Saturday, April 17: Cleveland 96, Saturday, April 17: Denver 126, Utah Saturday, April 17: Los Angeles 3, hope to win my own champion- is Hillarey Sloan. MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL Colorado, 27. Chicago 83 113 Vancouver 2, OT 2:10 p.m. DOUBLES_Werth, Philadelphia, 10; Monday, April 19: Cleveland 112, Monday, April 19: Utah 114, Denver Monday, April 19: Los Angeles 5, ship one day,” Bolton said. “If I Sloan is a fourth generation WGN — Arizona at Chicago Cubs Byrd, Chicago, 8; Cantu, Florida, 8; Chicago 102 111 Vancouver 3 could win the championship it racer with both her parents and NBA BASKETBALL KJohnson, Arizona, 8; Prado, Atlanta, Thursday, April 22: Chicago 108, Friday, April 23: Utah 105, Denver 93 Wednesday, April 21: Vancouver 6, would be even more impressive grandparents racing over the 8 p.m. 8; Tulowitzki, Colorado, 8; 5 tied at 7. Cleveland 106 Sunday, April 25: Utah 117, Denver Los Angeles 4 because there aren’t too many years. Sloan even admits that TNT — Playoffs, first round, game 6, TRIPLES_Morgan, Washington, 5; Bay, Sunday, April 25: Cleveland 121, 106 Friday, April 23: Vancouver 7, Los Dallas at San Antonio New York, 3; AEscobar, Milwaukee, 3; Chicago 98 Wednesday, April 28: Utah at Denver, Angeles 2 husband and wife teams racing her first pass in a race car came 10:30 p.m. Fowler, Colorado, 3; 10 tied at 2. Tuesday, April 27: Chicago at late Sunday, April 25: Vancouver 4, Los together. And for both of us to before she was even born. TNT — Playoffs, first round, game 6, HOME RUNS_KJohnson, Arizona, 7; Cleveland, late x-Friday, April 30: Denver at Utah, TBA Angeles 2 Kemp, Los Angeles, 7; Pujols, St. Louis, be World Champions would be “My mom raced when she Phoenix at Portland x-Thursday, April 29: Cleveland at x-Sunday, May 2: Utah at Denver, TBA 7; Reynolds, Arizona, 7; AdGonzalez, NHL HOCKEY Detroit 3, Phoenix 3 pretty special.” was pregnant with me so I guess San Diego, 6; Rasmus, St. Louis, 6; Chicago, 8 p.m. 7 p.m. Utley, Philadelphia, 6. x-Saturday, May 1: Chicago at Wednesday, April 14: Phoenix 3, Some of Bolton’s tough- it got in my blood early,” Sloan VERSUS — Playoffs, conference STOLEN BASES_AMcCutchen, Cleveland, TBA Detroit 2 est competitors, however, are said. “It was pretty much a way quarterfinals, game 7, Montreal at HOCKEY Pittsburgh, 10; Bourn, Houston, 9; Friday, April 16: Detroit 7, Phoenix 4 two fellow female Stock driv- of life for me from very early Washington Furcal, Los Angeles, 8; DWright, New Orlando 4, Charlotte 0 Sunday, April 18: Phoenix 4, Detroit 2 9 p.m. York, 7; Braun, Milwaukee, 6; Gomez, Sunday, April 18: Orlando 98, Charlotte Tuesday, April 20: Detroit 3, Phoenix 0 ers including one that she met on.” VERSUS — Playoffs, conference semi- Milwaukee, 6; Headley, San Diego, 6; 89 NHL Playoff Glance Friday, April 23: Detroit 4, Phoenix 1 in an all-girl Summit Pro-Am Sloan has been anxiously finals, game 1, Detroit at San Jose Morgan, Washington, 6. Wednesday, April 21: Orlando 92, By The Associated Press Sunday, April 25: Phoenix 5, Detroit 2 PITCHING —Jimenez, Colorado, Charlotte 77 All Times EDT Tuesday, April 27: Detroit at Phoenix, final at Maryland International awaiting this tournament since 5-0; Lincecum, San Francisco, 4- Saturday, April 24: Orlando 90, FIRST ROUND late Raceway last year. the event was rained out at the 0; Pelfrey, New York, 4-0; Halladay, Charlotte 86 (Best-of-7) That racer is 25-year-old end of last year. Just to have an BASEBALL Philadelphia, 4-1; Correia, San Diego, Monday, April 26: Orlando 99, Charlotte (x-if necessary) 4-1; Carpenter, St. Louis, 3-0; Clippard, 90 EASTERN CONFERENCE Jeanne Linke. opportunity at a championship Washington, 3-0. Washington 3, Montreal 3 DEALS Linke certainly doesn’t look is one thing, but being placed National League Standings STRIKEOUTS_Haren, Arizona, 38; Atlanta 2, Milwaukee 2 Thursday, April 15: Montreal 3, By The Associated Press JoJohnson, Florida, 34; JSanchez, San the part of your average racer. on a tournament ladder with all Saturday, April 17: Atlanta 102, Washington 2, OT East Division Francisco, 33; Halladay, Philadelphia, Wednesday’s Sports Transactions Standing at 5-foot-2 and weigh- things equal has Sloan thrilled Milwaukee 92 Saturday, April 17: Washington 6, W L Pct GB 33; Lincecum, San Francisco, 32; By The Associated Press Tuesday, April 20: Atlanta 96, Montreal 5, OT ing in at roughly 110 pounds about the opportunity in front New York 13 9 .591 — Carpenter, St. Louis, 31; Jimenez, BASEBALL Milwaukee 86 Monday, April 19: Washington 5, Philadelphia 11 9 .550 1 Colorado, 31. National League with blond hair and blue eyes, of her. Saturday, April 24: Milwaukee 107, Montreal 1 Washington 12 10 .545 1 SAVES_Capps, Washington, 9; LOS ANGELES DODGERS_Selected Linke certainly doesn’t fit the “I have been looking forward Atlanta 89 Wednesday, April 21: Washington 6, Florida 11 11 .500 2 Cordero, Cincinnati, 7; Franklin, St. the contract of RHP John Ely from Atlanta 8 12 .400 4 Monday, April 26: Milwaukee 114, Montreal 3 bill as your typical driver. to this all winter. My dad came Louis, 7; Lindstrom, Houston, 6; Bell, Albuquerque (PCL). Central Division Atlanta 104 Friday, April 23: Montreal 2, Washington San Diego, 6; Qualls, Arizona, 5; WASHINGTON NATIONALS_Recalled But whatever you do, don’t close to winning a championship W L Pct GB BrWilson, San Francisco, 4; Nunez, Wednesday, April 28: Milwaukee at 1 OF Roger Bernadina from Syracuse doubt her abilities on the track. in IHRA Modified Eliminator St. Louis 13 7 .650 — Florida, 4; Madson, Philadelphia, 4. Atlanta, late Monday, April 26: Montreal 4, (IL). Chicago 10 12 .455 4 x-Friday, April 30: Atlanta at Milwaukee, Washington 1 years ago and I would love to Carolina League Cincinnati 9 11 .450 4 American League Standings TBA x-Wednesday, April 28: Montreal at Linke is a multi-time event be able to achieve that goal for WINSTON-SALEM DASH_Called up Milwaukee 9 11 .450 4 By The Associated Press x-Sunday, May 2: Milwaukee at Atlanta, Washington, TBA OF Jordan Cheatham from Kannapolis winner and earned her spot in him,” Sloan said. Houston 8 11 .421 41⁄2 East Division TBA Pittsburgh 8 12 .400 5 W L Pct GB Philadelphia 4, New Jersey 1 (SAL). the tournament via a champi- “It would mean the world to West Division Can-Am League Tampa Bay 15 5 .750 — Boston 3, Miami 1 Wednesday, April 14: Philadelphia 2, onship in the Patriots Division him and to me. W L Pct GB BROCKTON ROX_Signed LHP Brad New York 12 7 .632 21⁄2 Saturday, April 17: Boston 85, Miami New Jersey 1 San Diego 13 8 .619 — Boston 10 11 .476 51⁄2 Hertzler and RHP Santo Maertz. on the Summit Pro-Am Tour. While the trio of female com- 76 Friday, April 16: New Jersey 5, San Francisco 12 8 .600 1⁄2 Toronto 10 11 .476 51⁄2 PITTSFIELD COLONIALS_Signed RHP Tuesday, April 20: Boston 106, Miami Philadelphia 3 She got her first taste of rac- petitors in Stock are more than Colorado 11 10 .524 2 Baltimore 4 16 .200 11 Matthew Paradoski and RHP Shannon 77 Sunday, April 18: Philadelphia 3, New ing at the age of four when she capable of adding their name to Arizona 9 11 .450 31⁄2 Central Division Sprouse. Friday, April 23: Boston 100, Miami 98 Jersey 2, OT Los Angeles 8 13 .381 5 W L Pct GB United League attended races with her father the list of women champions, it Tuesday’s Games Sunday, April 25: Miami 101, Boston Tuesday, April 20: Philadelphia 4, New Minnesota 14 6 .700 — AMARILLO DILLAS_Acquired LHP and uncle and has been around will be a bit of a tougher climb N.Y. Mets 4, L.A. Dodgers 0, 1st game 92 Jersey 1 Detroit 11 10 .524 31⁄2 Ronald Lowe from Shreveport-Bossier N.Y. Mets 10, L.A. Dodgers 5, 2nd Tuesday, April 27: Miami at Boston, Thursday, April 22: Philadelphia 3, New the sport ever since. for two other competitors. Cleveland 9 11 .450 5 (AA) for a player to be named. game late Jersey 0 Chicago 8 12 .400 6 FOOTBALL “I basically grew up around Lisa Collier and Missy Phillips San Diego 4, Florida 1 Kansas City 8 13 .381 61⁄2 x-Thursday, April 29: Boston at Miami, National Football League that particular crowd. At age 13 are the lone female representa- Cincinnati 6, Houston 2 West Division 7, 7:30 or 8 p.m. Boston 4, Buffalo 2 DALLAS COWBOYS_Signed DB Washington 3, Chicago Cubs 1 W L Pct GB x-Saturday, May 1: Miami at Boston, Thursday, April 15: Buffalo 2, Boston 1 I began racing Junior Dragsters tives in their classes and both Alan Ball. Pittsburgh 7, Milwaukee 3 Oakland 12 9 .571 — TBA Saturday, April 17: Boston 5, Buffalo 3 at my home track of Old Bridge are anxious for their shot at a St. Louis 5, Atlanta 4 Los Angeles 11 11 .500 11⁄2 Monday, April 19: Boston 2, Buffalo 1 WASHINGTON REDSKINS_Signed DE Colorado 12, Arizona 1 Trey Jacobs and S Anderson Russell. Township Raceway Park and title. Seattle 11 11 .500 11⁄2 WESTERN CONFERENCE Wednesday, April 21: Boston 3, Buffalo San Francisco 6, Philadelphia 2 HOCKEY Texas 9 11 .450 21⁄2 L.A. Lakers 2, Oklahoma City 2 2, 2OT have been doing this ever Quick Rod driver Collier Wednesday’s Games National Hockey League Tuesday’s Games Sunday, April 18: L.A. Lakers 87, Friday, April 23: Buffalo 4, Boston 1 since,” Linke said. is the daughter of three-time San Diego 6, Florida 4 Minnesota 2, Detroit 0 CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS_Recalled F Oklahoma City 79 Monday, April 26: Boston 4, Buffalo 3 N.Y. Mets 7, L.A. Dodgers 3 Baltimore 5, N.Y. Yankees 4 Kyle Beach, F Jacob Dowell, F Jack “I was an athlete and partici- IHRA Top Sportsman champion Tuesday, April 20: L.A. Lakers 95, Pittsburgh at Milwaukee, late Boston 2, Toronto 1 Skille, D Brian Connelly, D Jassen Oklahoma City 92 Pittsburgh 4, Ottawa 2 pated in basketball so between Gary Bingham and both drove Washington 3, Chicago Cubs 2 Tampa Bay 8, Oakland 6 Cullimore, D Shawn Lalonde, D Danny Arizona at Colorado, late Thursday, April 22: Oklahoma City 101, Wednesday, April 14: Ottawa 5, that and traveling to races with their way into the history books Texas 4, Chicago White Sox 2 Richmond and G Hannu Toivonen from Philadelphia at San Francisco, late L.A. Lakers 96 Pittsburgh 4 Seattle 3, Kansas City 2 Rockford (AHL). my dad I raced juniors for fun. last season with both father and Cincinnati at Houston, late Saturday, April 24: Oklahoma City 110, Friday, April 16: Pittsburgh 2, Ottawa 1 Cleveland 9, L.A. Angels 2 VANCOUVER CANUCKS_Recalled G Atlanta at St. Louis, late L.A. Lakers 89 Sunday, April 18: Pittsburgh 4, Ottawa “When I reached my senior daughter winning at the same Wednesday’s Games Cory Schneider from Manitoba (AHL). Thursday’s Games Seattle 6, Kansas City 5 Tuesday, April 27: Oklahoma City at 2 year I decided to continue rac- national event thus ensuring Atlanta (Jurrjens 0-2) at St. Louis Cleveland at L.A. Angels, late L.A. Lakers, late Tuesday, April 20: Pittsburgh 7, Ottawa SOCCER ing for fun while commuting to the possibility of a family cham- (Wainwright 3-1), 1:40 p.m. Minnesota at Detroit, late Friday, April 30: L.A. Lakers at 4 Major League Soccer Kean University. It is just fun pionship in Rockingham. Arizona (I.Kennedy 0-1) at Chicago N.Y. Yankees at Baltimore, late Oklahoma City, TBA Thursday, April 22: Ottawa 4, Pittsburgh Cubs (Lilly 1-0), 2:20 p.m. D.C. UNITED_Re-signed F Luciano Boston at Toronto, late x-Sunday, May 2: Oklahoma City at 3, 3OT being the girl of our guy group. I “My dad is a great example Cincinnati (Arroyo 0-2) at Houston Emilio. Oakland at Tampa Bay, late L.A. Lakers, TBA Saturday, April 24: Pittsburgh 4, Ottawa couldn’t imagine doing anything to me. He wins with honor and (Oswalt 2-2), 8:05 p.m. Chicago White Sox at Texas, late 3, OT WINTER SPORTS Milwaukee (D.Davis 0-2) at San Diego U.S. SKI TEAM_Promoted Chip White else.” loses with honor,” Collier said. Thursday’s Games San Antonio 3, Dallas 1 (LeBlanc 1-0), 10:05 p.m. Minnesota (Pavano 3-1) at Detroit to women’s speed coach. NATURAL PRODUCT KILLS BED BUGS NY, New York- A new, safe and ef- fective all-natural spray product for SAfrica prepared if killing bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) and their larvae is now available for retail use by consumers. Once thought to be a problem of the past, bed bugs are back in near epidemic proportions Obama decides to sstt with a global resurgence. Bed bug in- ee mmoo festations have increased 70% over t tthh the past decade. 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Thursday, April 29, 2010 Page 3B Sports Jordan plays in front of crowd at Quail Hollow Mike Cranston second appearance playing in AP Sports Writer this pro-am. “Every time I’ve come back CHARLOTTE — Tiger and done anything in North Woods was inside talking Carolina, they’ve been very to reporters about playing supportive of me and posi- his second tournament of tive,” Jordan said. the year Wednesday when a In 2007, Jordan played with Tiger-like buzz began near Woods in a zoo-like atmo- the first tee. sphere. This time, Jordan Michael Jordan had been was paired with another PGA spotted near the putting Tour friend, Fred Couples. green. Quail Hollow Club president Soon a swarm of thousands Johnny Harris completed craned their necks for a clear the threesome on the sun- view as the new owner of drenched day. Jordan’s girl- the Charlotte Bobcats hit his friend, Yvette Prieto, followed first shot in the Quail Hollow the group for all 18 holes, Championship pro-am. too. Throw in Bobcats coach Jordan, who bought the Larry Brown following him Bobcats last month for $275 for the final 10 holes, and million, had hoped to be in CONTRIBUTED you had a day of not only star Orlando on Wednesday for Team RBI competed in the Backyard Brawl Tournament April 24-25 in Hamlet. The competition watching, but intrigue, too. Game 5 of their playoff series. included teams from Richmond, Marlboro, Chesterfield, and Moore Counties. The team finished Shouts of, “Thank you for But after the Bobcats were second. Team RBI members are, front row, left to right: Chase Haywood, Dylan Callahan, Nick buying the Bobcats, Michael!” swept by the Magic in four Honeycutt, mascot Harley Honeycutt, Jacob Simmons and Blake Leviner. Back row, left to right: Joseph battled for time with, “Are games in the franchise’s first McRae, Corey Dove, Daniel Long, Jamie Graham, and Dalton Leviner. Coaches are Bo Honeycutt and you coming back, Larry?” playoff appearance, Jordan John Haywood. 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Braves, who have mustered 5-6 hitters ending up with one As for the green jacket? only 13 runs during their worst apiece. PROMO CODE: FREEMONTH “It was a little chilly, so I threw on a jacket,” he said Wednesday. The surprise was when he returned home to San Diego. His family left Augusta a few hours after going to Krispy Kreme, and THURSDAY, APRIL 29 TIME WARNER CABLE S1 - DISH NETWORK S2 - DIRECTV when the plane landed, Mickelson noticed he had received texts and e-mails about the photo, which was taken by an employee. 7 PM 7:30 8 PM 8:30 9 PM 9:30 10 PM 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM 12:30 S1 S2 “It’s fascinating because it just shows how things have ABC Inside Edition Entertainment FlashForward "Goodbye Grey's Anatomy "Hook, Line Private Practice "War" (N) N ews (:35) News (:05) J. Kimmel Courtney Love, 9 9 changed over the last 15, 20 years since I was out on tour,” 9) WSOC 9 Tonight Yellow Brick Road" (N) and Sinner" (N) Nightline Hole , Rabbi Yuri Foreman Mickelson said. “When I went to college we didn’t have cell CBS (3) News (3) Millionaire? Survivor: Heroes vs. Villains CSI: Crime Scene The Mentalist "Red All Over" News (:35) The Late Show With (:35) Late, Late phones, and since I’m out of college and out on tour, everybody 3) WBTV 3 (5) Inside (5) ET "Jumping Ship" (N) Investigation "Take My Life, (N) David Letterman Gwyneth Show Tom 3 3 is media now. The lady behind the counter at Krispy Kreme is 5) WRAL 5 (13) Wheel (13) Jeop. Please" (N) Paltrow (N) Selleck, Lance media, and it’s an interesting thing to get used to.” 13) WBTW 13 Mickelson took time during his two-week break to watch high- Burton NBC Jeopardy! Wheel of Community Parks and Rec Office "Body 30 Rock The Marriage Ref News (:35) The Tonight Show With (:35) LateNight lights from Augusta National, and while he had full confidence 36 36 in his majestic 6-iron off the pine straw and over Rae’s Creek 36) WCNC 6 Fortune "94 Meetings" Language" "Argus" (N) Jay Leno (N) Fallon (N) PBS Nightly North Our State Explore N. N.C. Weekend Carolina Farm Soundstage "B.B. King" B.B. News Charlie Rose Tavis Smiley on the 13th hole Sunday, he conceded that it sure looked dif- 4 30 ferent on TV. 4) WUNC 4 Business Carolina Now Carolina Fresh Kingperforms. (N) “I guess if you’re on the outside looking in and you see this FOX The King of My Name Is Bones "The Rocker in the Fringe "Brown Betty" F ox News at Fox News The Simpsons KingHill "High King of the Everybody 18 18 guy in the pine needles and the trees and stuff, trying to hit 18) WCCB 11 Queens Earl Rinse Cycle" 10 Edge Anxiety" Hill Loves Ray a shot through the trees and around the trunks and over the 46) CW 8 2 1/2 Men 2 1/2 Men Vampire D. "Blood Brothers" S uper. "The Devil You Know" WJZY News Family Guy The Office Seinfeld Seinfeld Frasier 46 46 water, I could see somebody questioning that,” Mickelson said. 55) “But when you’re in it, when you’re out there in it and you see MNT 17 Law & Order: S.V.U. Magic Awards Showcasing some of today's best magicians. House Payne House Payne Wife & Kids George Lopez Star Trek: NG "Gambit" 55 55 the lie and you see the shot and you see the target, it doesn’t 64) ION 10 Judge Brown Judge Brown Dr. Phil "Revenge Revisited" The Oprah Winfrey Show Action News (:35) ET (:05) Insider (:35) Friends (:05) Friends (:35) Wendy 64 64 seem as daunting. A&E 36 The First 48 The First 48 The First 48 Fugitive Chronicles "Nichols"F ugitive Chron. "Hawkins" The First 48 118 265 “But as I kind of looked back and saw some of the pictures, I AMC 27 (5:30)  The Terminator  Rambo: First Blood ('82, Act) Sylvester Stallone.  Rambo: First Blood Part II ('85, Act) Sylvester Stallone.  Shallow Hal 130 254 was like, “What was I doing?’ But it worked out.” ANPL 38 Untamed and Uncut Weird Weird Weird Weird Lost Tapes Lost Tapes Weird Weird Weird Weird 184 282 ___ BET 59 (6:00) 106 & Park (L) T iny & Toya Tiny & Toya  Trois 3: The Escort ('04, Dra) Brian J. White. The Mo'Nique Show The Wendy Williams Show 124 329 PRIVATE LIFE: Nothing about Tiger Woods’ private life is all BRAVO 37 Housewives "The Ambush" W ives "New Girl, Old Money" T he Real Housewives The Real Housewives (N) W atchWhat Housewives WatchWhat Housewives 129 273 that private any longer. If he didn’t realize that already, there CMT 51 Ext. Makeover: Home Smarter Than Smarter Than  Driving Miss Daisy ('89, Dra) Jessica Tandy. (:15)  Driving Miss Daisy ('89, Dra) Jessica Tandy. 166 327 were photos and comments about Woods going to a Nickelback CNBC 34 The Kudlow Report Bio. J.W. Marriott: Host to the World Cruise Inc. Marijuana Inc Mad Money Coca-Cola 208 355 concert in Orlando, Fla., after the Masters. CNN 32 John King, USA Campbell Brown Larry King Live Anderson Cooper 360 Larry King Live 200 202 “A couple of band members are friends of mine, and that’s why I went,” Woods said. “I just had a great time. And unfortu- COM 52 Daily Show Colbert Tosh. O Futurama Futurama UglyAmerican South Park South Park Daily Show Colbert Jon Reep: Metro Jethro 107 249 nately, I got criticized for seeing my friends.” DISC 35 Life "Insects" L ife "Plants" Life "Primates" L ife "The Making of Life" L ife "Plants" Life "Primates" 182 278 Woods was asked if he felt as though he could start leading a DISN 54 Wizards H. Montana  Agent Cody Banks ('03, Fam) Hilary Duff, Frankie Muniz. Phineas H. Montana Wizards Life on Deck The Suite Life That's Raven 172 290 relatively normal life away from golf. ESPN-C 69 Up Close Jim Rome The Lost Son of Havana 30 for 30 30 for 30 "Run Ricky Run" A merican Gladiators 143 208 “No, there’s paparazzi everywhere — at home, helicopters ESPN 39 (6:00) Sports NFL Live (N) N CAA Softball Georgia vs. Louisiana State University (L) B aseball Tonight (L) S portsCenter Baseball T. NFL Live (N) 140 206 here and there, people driving by, paparazzi camping out in ESPN2 68 C. Football 30 for 30 "Run Ricky Run" 3 0 for 30 "Silly Little Game" P oker 2009 World Series Poker 2009 World Series Poker 2009 World Series SportsNation 144 209 front of the gates. That hasn’t changed,” he said.  ___ FAM 29 '70s Show '70s Show Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium Dustin Hoffman. Funniest Home Videos The 700 Club Whose Line? Whose Line? 180 311 FOOD 55 Challenge "Cereal Skylines" Good Eats Good Eats IronChef "Flay vs. Angerer" Ace of Cakes Ace of Cakes Good Eats Unwrapped IronChef "Flay vs. Angerer" 110 231 UNDER HIS THUMB: Despite winning the Houston Open FSS 40 WPT Poker Martial Arts Bellator Championships (L) N ASCAR Final Score C'down Final Score WPT Poker 420 630 and challenging at the Masters, Anthony Kim is not at full HGTV 46 House Hunter House Hunter My First Place My First Sale Selling NY Selling NY House Hunter House Hunter House Hunter House Hunter Selling NY Selling NY 112 229 health. He will need surgery at some point to reattach the liga- HIST 65 Modern Marvels "Saws" S liced Sliced Marvels "Super Ships" S liced Sliced Modern Marvels "Eggs" S liced Sliced 120 269 ment in his left thumb. INSP 78 Fellowship Helpline Enjoying Life Love a Child Inspiration Life Today Paid Program Gospel Music Feed Children Power Living Paid Program Paid Program 259 364 When? That’s the big question.  “The doctor has told me when the pain gets too hard to deal LIFE 31 Grey's Anatomy Grey's A. "Superstition" Glass House: The Good Mother Bobby Coleman. Will & Grace Will & Grace Frasier Medium 108 252 with, that’s when I should do it,” Kim said. “But as of now, he LMN 72 (6:00) Outrage in Glen Ridge  A Girl Like Me: The Gwen Araujo Story For One Night ('05, Dra) Raven Symone, Jason Lewis. A Girl Like Me: The Gwen ... 109 253 said it can’t get any worse, so I guess that’s a good thing. I’m MTV 43 True Life South Park South Park Parkour Challenge Jackass Jackass Jackass Jackass True Life 160 331 just going to keep playing until I can’t anymore.” NICK 30 iCarly SpongeBob SpongeBob Malcolm Mid. Hates Chris Hates Chris George Lopez George Lopez The Nanny The Nanny The Nanny The Nanny 170 299 Kim said proper recovery would take two or three months, SCIFI 64  The Skeleton Key ('05, Thril) Kate Hudson.  Stephen King's Desperation (2006, Thriller) Steven Weber, Annabeth Gish, Tom Skerritt.  Bone Eater Paul Rae. 122 244 depending on the amount of damage and how surgery goes. He made it sound unlikely that he would wait until the end of the SPEED 67 NASCAR Race Hub Fast Track to Fame "Texas" B ullrun Bullrun Pass Time Race Hub Fast Track to Fame "Texas" 150 607 year. SPIKE 44  Soldier (1998, Drama) Bobby Deol, Rakhee Gulzar. (:05) TNA Wrestling (:05) UFC Countdown (:15) MANswers (:45) MANswers 168 262 “I don’t think I’m going to take that chance because I want to TBS 24 Seinfeld Seinfeld  A Guy Thing ('02, Com) Selma Blair, Jason Lee. Family Guy Family Guy Lopez Tonight Name Is Earl Name Is Earl 139 247 play in the Ryder Cup, and that’s a huge goal of mine,” he said. TCM 25 (6:15)  Tom Sawyer  PT 109 (1963, Docu-Drama) Robert Culp, Ty Hardin, Cliff Robertson.  The Desert Fox James Mason. (:15) Hitler 132 256 “It was probably one of the greatest moments I’ve had playing TLC 48 L.A. Ink "Feeling the Heat" L.A. Ink L.A. Ink "Caught in a Lie" L .A. Ink "Time Is Up" L.A. Ink "Caught in a Lie" L .A. Ink "Time Is Up" 183 280 golf, or greatest weeks I’ve had playing golf. So I want to be TNT 26 Bones NBA Basketball Playoffs Teams TBA Conference Quarter-final NBA Basketball Playoffs Teams TBA Conference Quarter-final 138 245 healthy for that. I just want to time it right. But at the same time, I want to play in all the majors, too, so in golf there’s not TOON 53 Drama Island Johnny Test Johnny Test Flapjack AdventurTime 6teen King of Hill King of Hill Family Guy Family Guy RobotChicken AquaTeen 176 296 really a good time to take time off. I just have to get with my TRAVEL 47 Wonders of the West Natural Wonders Earth's Natural Wonders Earth's Natural Wonders Wonders of the West Natural Wonders 215 277 team and see what’s the right plan.” TVLAND 56 Sanford Sanford Cosby Show Cosby Show Raymond Raymond Raymond Raymond How'd You How'd You Roseanne Roseanne 106 301 ___ USA 28 NCIS "Sub Rosa" NCIS "Light Sleeper" N CIS "Hiatus" Pt. 1 of 2 NCIS "Hiatus, Part II" 2/2 Burn "Devil You know" S ight "Fish or Cut Betta" 105 242 WGN 19 Funniest Home Videos WWE Superstars Funniest Home Videos WGN News Scrubs Scrubs WWE Superstars 239 307 DOUBLE EAGLE HAS LANDED: Tiger Woods is still trying to find his rhythm from a five-month layoff, although he showed VH1 42 Sober House Sober House Sober House Sober House (N) S ober House Tough Love Couples 162 335 glimpses during one of his practice rounds at home in Isleworth PREMIUM CHANNELS with John Cook. He made the third albatross of his career with HBO 7 (6:00)  10,000 BC Treme "Do You Know What It Means" T reme Treme Katie Morgan 24/7 Maywea. Funny or Die 300 501 a 5-wood from 260 yards on No. 17. MAX 320 (6:00)  Orphan  Highlander ('86, Act) Sean Connery, Christopher Lambert.  Jumper ('08, Adv) Hayden Christensen. Lust at First Bite ('09, Adult) Movie 310 512 Page 4B Richmond County Daily Journal, Rockingham, N.C. Thursday, April 29, 2010 www.yourdailyjournal.com LIGHTER SIDE BLONDIE Dean Young/Denis Lebrun

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Page 6B Richmond County Daily Journal, Rockingham, N.C. Thursday, April 29, 2010 www.yourdailyjournal.com nation Crews try setting fire to oil leaking in Gulf of Mexico Brett Martel embrace the idea.” Cain Burdeau But there was anxiety that the Associated Press Writers Gulf Coast was not prepared for the onslaught of oil. OVER THE GULF OF MEXICO “Our ability to deal with this — It’s a hellish scene: Giant sheets would be like us having a foot of of flame racing across the Gulf of snow falling in Biloxi tomorrow,” Mexico as thick, black smoke bil- said Vincent Creel, a spokesman lows high into the sky. for the city government in Biloxi, This, though, is no Hollywood Miss. “We don’t have snow plows, action movie. It’s the real-life plan and we’re not equipped to deal with to be deployed just 20 miles from this.” the Gulf Coast in a last-ditch effort The parish’s emergency manag- to burn up an oil spill before it could er planned to meet in Houma on wash ashore and wreak environmen- Thursday with a Coast Guard offi- tal havoc. cial to discuss whether volunteers Crews late Wednesday after- can help, Nungesser said. noon started a test burn of an area “We don’t want to just sit by about 30 miles east of the delta of and hope this (oil) doesn’t come the Mississippi River to see how ashore,” Nungesser said. the technique was working. They The decision to burn some of the planned to use hand-held flares to oil came after crews operating sub- set fire to sections of the massive mersible robots failed to activate a spill. Crews turned to the plan after shut-off device that would halt the failing to stop a 1,000-barrel-a-day flow of oil on the sea bottom 5,000 leak at the spot where a deepwater feet below. oil platform exploded and sank. BP says work will begin as early A 500-foot boom was to be used as Thursday to drill a relief well to to corral several thousand gallons relieve pressure at the blowout site, of the thickest oil on the surface, but that could take months. which will then be towed to a more Another option is a dome-like remote area, set on fire, and allowed device to cover oil rising to the to burn for about an hour. surface and pump it to container If the hourlong test burn was suc- vessels, but that will take two weeks cessful, rig operator BP PLC was NASA/MCT to put in place, BP said. expected to continue the oil fires NASA’s Aqua satellite captured this image of the Gulf of Mexico on April 25, 2010 using its Winds and currents in the Gulf as long as the weather cooperated. Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) instrument. With the Mississippi have helped crews in recent days The burns were not expected to be Delta on the left, the silvery swirling oil slick from the April 20 explosion and subsequent sink- as they try to contain the leak. The done at night. ing of the Deepwater Horizon drilling platform is highly visible. The rig was located roughly 50 immediate threat to sandy beaches About 42,000 gallons of oil a miles southeast of the coast of Louisiana. The oil slick may be particularly obvious because it in coastal Alabama and Mississippi day are leaking into the Gulf from is occurring in the sunglint area, where the mirror-like reflection of the sun off the water gives has eased. But the spill has moved the blown-out well drilled by the the Gulf of Mexico a washed-out look. Oil slicks are notoriously difficult to spot in natural-color steadily toward the mouth of the Deepwater Horizon oil rig. Eleven (photo-like) satellite imagery because a thin sheen of oil only slightly darkens the already dark Mississippi River and the wetland workers are missing and presumed areas east of the river, home to hun- dead. The cause of the explosion blue background of the ocean. Under unique viewing conditions, oil slicks can become visible in photo-like images, but usually, radar imagery is needed to clearly see a spill from space. dreds of species of wildlife and near has not been determined. some rich oyster grounds. Greg Pollock, head of the oil spill be removed from the water with From the air, the thickest parts ity” oil could reach the Pass a The cost of the disaster contin- division of the Texas General Land nets or skimmers. of the spill resembled rust-colored Loutre wildlife area Friday night, ues to rise and could easily top $1 Office, which is providing equip- “I would say there is little threat tentacles of various thickness. The Breton Sound on Saturday and the billion. ment for crews in the Gulf, said he to the environment because it won’t air was thick with the acrid smell of Chandeleur Islands on Sunday. Industry officials say replacing is not aware of a similar burn ever coat an animal, and because all the petroleum. As the task force worked far off- the Deepwater Horizon, owned by being done off the U.S. coast. The volatiles have been consumed if Amid several of the thicker shore, local officials prepared for Transocean Ltd. and operated by last time crews with his agency it gets on a shore it can be simply streaks, four gray whales could be the worst in case the oil reaches BP, would cost up to $700 million. used fire booms to burn oil was a picked up,” he said. seen swimming, and one of them land. BP has said its costs for containing 1995 spill on the San Jacinto River. Authorities also said they expect appeared to be rolling and curling In Plaquemines Parish, a sliver the spill are running at $6 million a “When you can get oil ignited, it minimal impact on sea turtles and as if struggling or disoriented. It of Louisiana that juts into the Gulf day. The company said it will spend is an absolutely effective way of get- marine mammals in the burn area. was not clear if the whale was in and is home to Pass a Loutre, offi- $100 million to drill the relief well. ting rid of a huge percentage of the A graphic posted by the Coast danger. cials hoped to deploy a fleet of vol- The Coast Guard has not yet report- oil,” he said. “I can’t overstate how Guard and the industry task force More than two dozen vessels unteers in fishing boats to spread ed its expenses. important it is to get the oil off the fighting the slick showed it covering moved about in the heart of the booms that could block oil from surface of the water.” an area about 100 miles long and 45 slick pulling oil-sopping booms. entering inlets. ■ Associated Press writers Janet The oil has the consistency of miles across at its widest point. Earlier Wednesday, Louisiana “We’ve got oystermen and shrimp- McConnaughey, Michael Kunzelman thick roofing tar. “It’s premature to say this is cata- State Wildlife and Fisheries ers who know this water better in New Orleans, Melinda Deslatte When the flames go out, Pollock strophic. I will say this is very seri- Secretary Robert Barham told law- than anyone,” said Plaquemines in Baton Rouge and Holbrook Mohr said, the material that is left resem- ous,” said Coast Guard Rear Adm. makers that federal government Paris President Billy Nungesser. in Jackson, Miss., contributed to this bles a hardened ball of tar that can Mary Landry. projections show a “high probabil- “Hopefully the Coast Guard will report. Gov’t OKs 1st US offshore Astronomers find loads wind farm, off Mass. of ice on big asteroid Jay Lindsay to Cape Wind and any other the waters off New Jersey, Associated Press Writer industrial development.” Delaware and Texas. The U.S. Seth Borenstein than we thought,” Campins said. “We’re AP Science Writer showing they have organic molecules that BOSTON — A whole new Salazar said the project had Department of Energy envi- been exhaustively analyzed sions offshore wind farms WASHINGTON — Scientists have found might have been the building blocks of life way of generating electricity on Earth.” in the U.S. drew a big step and added: “This is the final accounting for 4 percent of lots of life-essential water — frozen as ice decision of the United States the country’s electric generat- — in an unexpected place in our solar Earth, when it formed billions of years closer to reality Wednesday, ago was dry, scientists say. So where did and it could look like this: 130 of America. We are very confi- ing capacity by 2030. system: an asteroid between Mars and dent we will be able to uphold Kennedy, who loved to sail Jupiter. the water come from? One leading theory windmills, 440 feet tall, rising is from crashing comets, that are essen- from the ocean a few miles off the decision against legal chal- the waters off Cape Cod, The discovery of significant asteroid lenges.” fought Cape Wind until the ice has several consequences. It could tially icy snowballs. Cape Cod. But comets come from the outer reaches After more than eight years The windmills would be weeks before his death last help explain where early Earth first got about five miles off Cape Cod summer, calling it a special- its water. It makes asteroids more attrac- of the solar system and tend to have more of lawsuits and government heavy hydrogen than the water in our reviews, the Obama adminis- at their closest point to land interest giveaway that could tive to explore, dovetailing with President and 14 miles off Nantucket harm the ocean vista. Others Barack Obama’s announcement earlier oceans, said Donald Yeomans, manager of tration cleared the way for NASA’s Near Earth Object Program office. the nation’s first offshore wind at the greatest distance. say it could interfere with air this month that astronauts should visit an According to simulations done and sea traffic and endanger asteroid. And it even muddies the defini- Icy asteroids between Mars and Jupiter farm. might have the right heavy hydrogen ratio “We are beginning a new for Cape Wind, on a clear day birds and other wildlife. tion between comets and asteroids, poten- the turbines would look as if The lead federal agency tially triggering a Pluto-like scientific spat to match what’s on Earth, said Yeomans, direction in our nation’s who wasn’t involved in energy future,” U.S. Interior they were about a half-inch tall reviewing the project, the over what to call these on the horizon at the nearest Minerals Management Service, solar system bodies. the studies. Secretary Ken Salazar declared MIT’s Richard Binzel, in announcing his approval point and appear as specks issued a report last year saying This asteroid has an “This asteroid holds clues to from Nantucket. the project poses no major extensive but thin frosty also praised the studies, of the $2 billion Cape Wind our past and how the solar calling the findings “one project, which would finally The costs will be covered environmental problems. coating. It is likely with private funding as well as Rep. William Delahunt, D- replenished by an exten- system and water on Earth more piece in the puz- allow the U.S. to join the list zle for an abundance of of major countries that are potentially millions in federal Mass., whose district includes sive reservoir of frozen may have originated and it stimulus money and tax cred- Cape Cod, warned that the water deep inside rock water arriving on Earth producing electricity from sea and having available the breezes. its. Cape Wind is negotiating project will raise the region’s once thought to be dry also has clues to our future to sell the electricity gener- power costs, disrupt an ocean ingredients for life.” The project has faced and desolate, scientists with exploration of near-Earth ated to a local utility. sanctuary and set back the report in two studies in Normally, the ice on intense opposition from two the asteroid should have Indian tribes and some envi- Cape Wind eventually hopes wind-power industry, all to Thursday’s issue of the asteroids.” to supply three-quarters of the benefit a private developer. journal Nature. escaped Themis as a gas ronmentalists and residents, Humberto Campins over thousands of years, including the late Sen. Edward power on Cape Cod, which has “Cape Wind is the first off- Two teams of scien- about 225,000 residents. Cape shore wind farm to be built tists used a NASA tele- but it’s still there after M. Kennedy, who warned that a billion years or so, the windmills could mar the Wind officials say it will pro- in the wrong place, in the scope in Hawaii to look vide green jobs and a reliable wrong way, stimulating the at an asteroid called 24 Themis, one of the Campins said. That means there’s likely a ocean view. They would be supply of ice inside the rock, replenishing visible from the Kennedy com- domestic energy source. wrong economies,” Delahunt bigger rocks in the asteroid belt between The announcement came said Wednesday. Mars and Jupiter. They examined light the surface, he said. pound at Hyannis Port. And if that’s the case for other similar Salazar said the project’s after a pair of deadly disas- Home to some of the waves bouncing off the rock and found ters earlier this month in best-known beaches in the the distinct chemical signature of ice, said asteroids — especially those that come developers can protect local closer to Earth — then it would be a boon culture and beauty while West Virginia and the Gulf of Northeast, Cape Cod has long University of Central Florida astronomy Mexico illustrated the risks in been a destination for summer professor Humberto Campins, lead author for visiting astronauts, Campins and oth- expanding the nation’s supply ers said. The astronauts could use the of renewable energy. extracting oil and coal to meet vacations and is famous for of one of the studies. the country’s energy needs. its small towns, colonial-era Astronomers have long theorized that water to drink and to help make fuel. The The developers are hoping new NASA space plan calls for astronauts to begin construction this year Advocates are hoping Cape fishing villages and weathered, hydrogen and oxygen and bits of water Wind can jump-start the entire gray-shingled homes in its locked in clay are in asteroids, but this to head to a nearby asteroid sometime and start generating power by in about 15 years as a stepping stone to late 2012 — provided the ven- U.S. offshore wind industry. namesake architectural style. is the first solid evidence. And what they America has the world’s larg- Earlier this month, a federal found on 24 Themis, a rock more than 100 Mars. ture isn’t stopped by further The icy asteroid also just makes a mess lawsuits. est onshore wind industry but panel, the Advisory Council miles wide with temperatures around 100 lags behind other countries on Historic Properties urged degrees below zero Fahrenheit, was more of the differences between asteroids and Members of the Aquinnah their cosmic cousin, the comet. The gen- Wampanoag Tribe of Martha’s in offshore electric generation Salazar to reject the wind farm, than they ever expected. About a third of because of high upfront costs, saying it would have destruc- the rock seemed to be covered in frost. eral definition has been that asteroids are Vineyard have vowed to go dry rocks and comets icy snowballs. to court, saying the project heavy regulation and techno- tive effects on the view from Furthermore, scientists didn’t just find logical challenges. dozens of historic sites. ice; they found organic molecules, similar Now it seems to be more a continuum would interfere with sacred of dry and icy with not much difference rituals and desecrate long- Denmark installed the Salazar said he worried that to what may have started life on Earth, world’s first offshore wind if the project were killed for Campins said. between asteroids and comets, Campins submerged tribal burial sites. and others said. Other groups said they would turbine 20 years ago, and such reasons, then no offshore “This asteroid holds clues to our past there are offshore wind farms wind farms would be possible and how the solar system and water on And that, said Andrew Rivkin of Johns sue immediately. Hopkins University, co-author of the other “It’s far from over,” Cape around Europe. China has on the Eastern Seaboard. Earth may have originated and it also has built a commercial wind farm clues to our future with exploration of study in Nature, could wind up another Cod resident Audra Parker ■ cosmic controversy like the debate a few of the Alliance to Protect off Shanghai and plans several Associated Press writers near-Earth asteroids,” Campins told The other projects. Glen Johnson in Washington Associated Press. years ago about whether Pluto was a Nantucket Sound. “Nantucket planet. Pluto wound up demoted and is Sound needs to be off limits Major U.S. projects are and Steve LeBlanc in Boston “We’re showing that they’re wetter on the drawing board for contributed to this report. now called a dwarf planet.