County Tightens Septic Tests With Soil Science Plan
Guilford County moves to tighten percolation standards for rural residential lots. Dr. Van Jenkins oversees soil sampling and new maps of 35 soil types to guide septic tank siting, aiming to reduce overflows and protect streams. The plan pairs percolation tests with soil data, phased in by county health officials, with two year study projections and outreach to residents.
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Archdale Police Debate Prompts County Sheriff Talk
Randolph County Sheriff Carl Moore tells Archdale officials Trinity has higher crime than Archdale and that Archdale would still need county support if it ever formed its own police force. He notes most calls come from outside Archdale and urges public involvement and possible use of citizen radio groups.
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Jefferson Pro Metric Push Aimed At U.S. Adoption
Jefferson urged adoption of the metric system in 1790 per World Book Encyclopedia but Congress rejected the proposal. In 1821 John Quincy Adams, then Secretary of State, advocated metric conversion, but Congress again rejected the idea.
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