Ouster by today looms in Craven County judge case
Craven County commissioners delay action on Parker seating as a federal judge term begins in New Bern. They will await a judge ruling on the motion to resign or revoke bond, then decide whether to declare the seat vacant or call a special meeting. Names such as Barbara Lee and Robert Raynor are mentioned as possible replacements.
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Protest over hospital board minority representation in New Bern
Craven County residents protest hospital board makeup, calling for minority representation. Rev. Larry Gordon cites white faces in photos, says seven on wall now and demands two more members like him. Protesters, 500 to 1,000 expected, cite 26 percent black population. Wardens, police escort, Sunday service crowd, chants and speeches urge equitable board.
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Health reform bill faces shifted political winds in North Carolina
Sen. Jim Forrester leads a health reform package born from a blue ribbon commission that studied the state’s care last year. Despite broad expert involvement, Republican gains and voter concern have dimmed health care salience, though extending insurance remains central. The measure would tighten coverage rules for job changes and self insured plans, limit waits for preexisting conditions, and shield small groups from dropping members with large bills.
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Liz Taylor to Undergo Right Hip Replacement Surgery
Elizabeth Taylor, 63, entered a Los Angeles area hospital for a planned right hip replacement, the second hip operation in 15 months. The surgery follows an aerobics related injury at her Bel Air estate and is expected to keep her in hospital five to seven days.
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Notorious B.1.G. Arrested on Fugitive Warrant After Concert
Rapper Notorious B.1.G. Wallace, 23, known for One More Chance, was arrested early Sunday by state police in Concord Township Pennsylvania on a Camden New Jersey robbery and aggravated assault warrant. He was held without bail in Delaware County Prison. Wallace also appears as a guest rapper on Michael Jackson’s HIStory project released this week.
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Mary Worhatch Responds to Supreme Court Affirmative Action Ruling
Havelock resident Mary Worhatch, a psychotherapist, comments on the Supreme Court ruling. She says she is pleased with the decision, calling it progress without favoritism based on race. She adds she was very pleased with the outcome.
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Group seeks Tyson support for vigil against violence
A protest group that opposed a Harlem homecoming for Mike Tyson now asks him to join a violence awareness vigil. Jill Nelson of African Americans Against Violence says welcoming Tyson would urge males in the community to redeem themselves, while Rev. Al Sharpton notes no party plans existed.
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Anxiety fuels Jim Carrey manic humor amid interview
In Newsweek's June 26 issue Jim Carrey discusses anxiety driving his intense comedy and past anger toward his parents. He recalls his father’s job loss when Carrey was 13 and the pressure to be the family star.
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Male readers question sexism in admiring women in tight shorts
Mike Royko presents a reader letter debating if silent admiration of a woman’s figure in tight shorts is sexist. The writer cites backlash to sexist remarks about women golfers, defends enjoying attractive dress, and proposes signs or attire changes to avoid staring.
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Michelle DeFalco
Burbank
Ill
Mike Royko
Helms stance on arming Bosnia prompts questions
The reader is asked to vote on arming and aiding the Bosnians against rebel Serbs per a reader poll. Instructions show calls 638-3579 for yes and 638-6552 for no. The fragment mentions a separate line about equal chances for fathers and children in similar cases.
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