A couple of weeks ago I heard a caller to a local radio program lament that the U.S. economy no longer has airline mechanics. I know he was exaggerating, but his point was that good-paying skilled jobs in our economy are falling by the wayside.
The state’s faltering economy has state leaders considering reorganization, budget cutting and reform in government, and there’s no better place to begin than our General Assembly.
Franklin County sheriff’s deputies are looking for a suspect who is alleged to have tried to con an older woman.
Louise Swicegood Weant reported on Dec. 18 that she had gotten a phone call from someone named James Cooper telling her that she had won $5 million and a red Mercedes with leather interior.
By:
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter
BUNN -- One year ago, Andre Davis hoped to be a skill-position impact player during his senior season for the Bunn High School football squad.
Just not at quarterback.
But Davis, a former wide receiver, made the most of his lone campaign at the signal-caller position.
By:
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter
FRANKLIN COUNTY -- With the exception of the Bunn girls, each of Franklin County’s basketball teams will be in action over Christmas Break as part of various tournaments.
Also, pre-holiday action in the Northern Carolina Conference ended on Tuesday when Bunn traveled to Franklinton and Louisburg hit the road for Roanoke Rapids.
It didn’t take long for Franklinton and Louisburg to reschedule their high school basketball games, which were postponed last Friday due to poor weather.
The Northern Carolina Conference contests will now be played Feb. 3 at the LHS Gymnasium.
BUNN -- The First Annual Bunn High School Alumni Basketball Game is scheduled for Jan. 8 at 7 p.m. at the Bunn Dome.
Several past Wildcats’ greats have committed to play, including Freddy Little, Troy Wheless and James Cooke. Some former Bunn coaches of the past are also expected to return for the event.
ZEBULON -- The Carolina Mudcats have announced that they will join the Carolina League effective with the 2012 season.
The sale certifying the changes will be finalized by Jan. 2, 2011.
The Mudcats will retain their current affiliation with the Cincinnati Reds in the Southern League next year before the transfer takes effect.
By:
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter
FRANKLINTON -- Nikki Bell picked the right time to score -- again and again -- for the Franklinton Lady Rams on Tuesday night.
Bell, a sophomore guard, racked up 12 points -- all in the second half -- as the Lady Rams rallied to defeat Northern Vance by a 46-41 margin in a non-league girls basketball contest at the FHS Gymnasium.
By:
Jay Lamm, Times Editorial Cartoonist
We should all stand, face Raleigh and salute.
No, not for what the politicians have accomplished.
Rather, the salute should be for the entertainment they provide.
That is, if hypocrisy and political posturing can be considered entertainment in a day when state deficits are projected in the billions of dollars.
By:
CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer
Franklinton officials are slated to further discuss two incentives that could boost economic development in the town.
Staff have also included a closed session on Tuesday night’s agenda, perhaps to discuss the latest in regards to their water contract dispute with Franklin County.
Both staffs met in Louisburg Friday morning to discuss the issue.
By:
CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer
Just as the area was digging out of the slush of a snow storm Thursday, meteorologists were predicting a wintry mix this weekend.
There are two good pieces of news, though:
• This area should only get the front of a northeast moving storm;
By:
CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer
It was bitterly cold outside Wednesday afternoon, but inside, the warmth generated by sheriff’s deputies shopping for 28 children melted any remaining snow.
It marked the fourth year of Sheriff Pat Green’s Shop with a Sheriff program, helping area parents and children have a bit better Christmas.
By:
CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer
The Franklin County Arts Council wound down 2010 and set its sights on next year at its annual meeting, naming three new board members, changing its bylaws and making a commitment to swell its membership ranks.
It also chose its 2010 Artist of the Year, painter Billy Farmer.
By:
CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer
President Barack Obama’s signature last week ended a lawsuit filed on behalf of farmers who alleged governmental discrimination dating back to the 1980s.
Now, about 75,000 farmers across the country — including about 4,000 in North Carolina — will have to go about the work of getting their fair share.
Franklinton resident Antroine Cooke
“In the Franklin Regional emergency department, we see holiday gifts gone wrong all of the time,” said Jimmy Holley, RN at Franklin Regional Medical Center. “Whether it is a swallowed piece of plastic or the ever memorable small object shoved up the nose, time in the ER is never the intended result of a gift.”
“Please, teach the children the real meaning of Christmas,” says Santa Claus as he participates in the Louisburg United Methodist Church musical.
In the musical play, the children of a family had been arguing and fighting about who has been good and who has been bad. This happened the night before Christmas when Santa was supposed to come down the chimney with glee.
Sponsors needed
The Franklin County Department of Social Services is seeking sponsors for Christmas who will purchase items for families, children and the elderly. Names may also be chosen from the Angel Tree at Walmart. The Angel Tree holds the wish list of 70 children in the custody of the Department of Social Services.
Due to request from the community, the popular 1958 cookbook, “Federation of Franklin County Home Demonstration Clubs, FAVORITE RECIPES” is being reprinted for a cost of $13.50 each. Many popular recipes from Franklin County Extension homemakers are featured in the book.
Sgt. Bennett Manson drew a lucky straw, getting to shop with his niece, Nevaeh Burnett, during the Shop with a Sheriff program on Wednesday.
Alijah Lassiter points out a gift to his mom, Cynthia Lassiter, during their Shop with a Sheriff outing on Wednesday at the Walmart in Louisburg.
Keeping an eye on parking violations led a Louisburg police officer to thwart an assault on a downtown street.
Douglas Ray Tant, 48, of 1996 Pilot Riley Road, was charged with intoxicated and disruptive behavior.
According to a report by Officer Elliott Coker, he was checking vehicles for parking violations on Court Street at about 1:15 p.m. on Dec. 15 when he heard someone yelling behind him.
WAKE FOREST - Alice Williams Jarman, 84, died Friday, Dec. 17, 2010 at Britthaven of Louisburg. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 19, at Pine Forest Memorial Gardens, with the Rev. Bill Spence officiating.
