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Newspaper
Sun Journal
Location
New Bern, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1995
Page
3
Two women said a man jumped into their car at Glenburnie Road and Neuse Boulevard near Fox Chase Mobile Home Park around 5 30 a m. He appeared intoxicated, held a beer, made lewd remarks, touched the victim and stole two gold necklaces. Police continue investigation with no arrests reported.
Murphy Family Farm hog producers in North Carolina attend a state sponsored program to learn about environmental assurance and water quality rules. The company held 19 workshops in one month to ensure employees and contract growers understand water quality regulations lagoon and waste management practices. Legislation 0200 requires certification by December 31 1997 for producers with 250 or more hogs and the adoption of an approved waste management plan.
The Jones County Sheriff's Office arrested 10 people early today on drug charges as part of a countywide operation. Sheriff Reynolds Mason said marijuana cocaine and illegal alcohol were seized from residents mainly in Maysville and Pollocksville. He described some arrests as major drug dealers and others as street dealers. Names were not released as officers worked to book the suspects.
The U S Coast Guard announces recalls by Tracker Marine Bombardier WetJet Yamaha K L Industries and SMR Technologies. Five involve fuel tanks steering systems and capacity labels while SMR’s life rafts may fail to inflate. Owners should contact manufacturers for free repairs and call 1 800 368 5647 with questions.
Craven County officials unveiled a draft promotional video by the Tourism Development Authority to attract visitors. The 11 minute tape features Tryon Palace historic districts and the Cherry Point air show. After final production, the video will be distributed nationwide.
Eastern North Carolina tobacco farmers face reduced yields after June rains six times the average. Markets may shorted by about a week as supply shrinks while demand stays strong for high quality leaf valued at 1.79 per pound. Farmers explore leasing quotas and await federal disaster aid decisions.
New Bern planners and Ward 6 residents debated extending extraterritorial zoning west of the city between US 70 and River Bend. Alderman Pendleton aims to impose a stronger buffer while awaiting public hearings and possible future annexation.
The New Bern Board of Aldermen weighs using annual district funds to start a fundraising drive for renovating Union Point Park. A $655,000 makeover needs $325,000 by December. $330,000 is on hand. Former alderman Bill Ballenger leads the drive asking each member for about $714, with discretionary funds of $1,250 this year. A September work session will revisit donations, and a steering committee meeting is set for next week.
Bruce Godfrey laments the lawyer boom in the 1990s as TV fame and big cases flood the legal world. He notes high profile prosecutions and defenses from Menendez to Nicole Smith, highlighting the era’s attorney dominance, media focus, and the shift from traditional careers to law. He questions the lifestyle lure and warns of a legal-obsessed culture.
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