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High School Football Gameday
Observer staff writer Langston Wertz Jr.'s analysis of today's games.Economic faltering continues Western North Carolina economic activity, as measured by the Western North Carolina Economic Index, fell .1 percent in June 2010—the second consecutive monthly decline.
Historic North Wilkesboro Speedway roars to life For the first time in 14 years, they'll fire up the engines and go racing at North Wilkesboro Speedway. Ryan McGee offers three words about the grand reopening: It's about time.
War toll is heaviest in poor, rural areas ALLENDALE, S.C. --- Rodricka Youmans got tired of borrowing money from his father to pay the rent. It hurt his pride.
Increase in holiday travel expected A year ago, the travel industry bottomed out and Labor...
BBQ Evolution Barbecue has been a vital part of American life as far back as the 17th century. It started when British colonists borrowed cooking techniques from Native Americans, and it became the country's most popular form of public celebration in the 19th century. The 20th century brought with it the rise of barbecue stands and restaurants. Though barbecue almost faded into extinction in the 1970s, it has ...
Smoking Banned In County Buildings In Stokes County The vote was squeaky-tight Monday night as the Stokes County Board of Commissioners elected to prohibit smoking in all county buildings. Commissioner Dr. Ron Carroll put forth the motion which was seconded by Commissioner Stanley Smith. They were joined in the vote by Commissioner Leon Inman. The nay votes were Chair Jimmy Walker and Vice Chair Ernest Lankford.
Tonight's WNC football games All kickoffs are at 7:30 p.m. Last week: Pisgah beat Erwin, 30-21; Enka lost to North Henderson, 36-32. Last year: Enka lost to Pisgah, 38-7.
For The Record Saturday's state/area games
Home sales in Triad, N.C. plunge after tax credit ends Sales of existing homes in the Triad and across North Carolina dropped sharply last month, according to a report released yesterday. And the decline may not be over yet.