Start a conversation about fixing hydraulic hose blowouts, replacing O-rings and welding broken rock-crusher teeth and you’ve got Jeronimo Prieto Medina’s attention. That’s the kind of hands-on work he loves. For 11 years, he used his skills to m…
Month: July 2010
64 known JournoListas
JournoList was a private Google Groups forum for discussing politics and the news media with 400 journalists, academics and others, most with left of center political views. A Free Republic poster compiled this list of known members of the Journolist. …
ACC fans can experience the 2010 ACC Football Kickoff online
The 2010 ACC Football Kickoff is set for Sunday and Monday, July 25 & 26 at the Grandover Resort in Greensboro, N.C. ACC fans can experience the ACC Football Kickoff in a variety of ways. Coverage of the 2010 event will include video on theACC.com, Twe…
24 football players attending the 2010 ACC Football Kickoff
The Atlantic Coast Conference announced Wednesday the names of the 24 football student-athletes who have been chosen by its 12 league schools to attend the 2010 Atlantic Coast Conference Football Kickoff, July 25-26 at the Grandover Resort located in G…
Spring break schedule shortchanges Advance Placement students
Wow. That is surprising and very disappointing news concerning the placement of spring break right before AP exams. Almost as surprising as the scheduling Northwood did which puts all but one of the AP exams in the spring. I understand the thought behi…
Introduction to geocaching in Chatham County
Hidden treasure in Chatham County? Join us for a free introduction to geocaching using GPS units to find hidden caches. Geocaching is a fun way for young and old to combine enjoying the outdoors, using modern technology, and promoting good stewardship …
Chatham County water customers can pay bills at Walmart stores
Chatham County water customers can pay their water bills at any Walmart location for a small service fee, according to Michelle Ballard, customer service manager for Chatham County Utilities.
Chatham Board of Education sabotages students
It’s hard to believe that community leaders elected and appointed to promote educational excellence would sabotage the students they’re supposed to serve, but that’s precisely what Chatham County school officials and the Board of Education have d…
Verizon provides best wireless service in Chatham County
My experiences with multiple providers has always lead me back to Verizon. They may lack the EyePhones, but they make up for it in coverage. I’m currently on a Blackberry Curve i picked up at our local Radio Shack. It’s not a good idea. Not trying to b…
Statement from Dean Smith’s family about his health
The family of former University of North Carolina head men’s basketball coach Dean Smith issued a statement on Saturday, detailing their father’s mental and physical condition.