Parker resigns or vacancy looms in New Bern district
Parker must comply with the Boyle ruling by July 17 or lose his seat. Bleau hopes Parker resigns at 7:05 p.m. July 5, while Parker refuses to drop his Craven Superior Court suit against five commissioners who urged resignation. A Democratic Party nomination will fill the vacancy for District 3 in New Bern, with the appointee residing in wards 1 2 3 and 5. No candidate is named as a current favorite.
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North Carolina presses BRAC bid to keep Hornets at Cherry Point
North Carolina teams argued for Cherry Point relocation of twelve thousand personnel over Oceana Virginia Beach, citing higher costs and already spent prep funds. The dispute centers on Navy BRAC decisions, housing, infrastructure, and military value with a Baltimore hearing continuing into the next week.
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Virginia
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New Bern
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Hornets
Craven County
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Commission
Alan Dixon
AP Network News
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Special Olympics World Delegation Training Support
Ready Dwyer credits Eileen Dove of the Jones County Recreational Department with extensive training for Hall during the school year. Dove practiced after school, Hall recalls. Hall will stay in a Yale University dorm with other athletes during the competition. World Delegation athletes receive full funding for the trip, including all sport needs, from sponsors and grants. The World Delegation event occurs every four years.
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Eileen Dove
Jones County Recreational Department
Hall
Dove
Yale University
Wyden and Cox Clash Over Internet Regulation Plan
Wyden and Cox advocate a hands off federal role in Internet and computer services. They propose an amendment to a telecommunications bill to curb government censorship while ensuring access to information for families. The Senate plan is criticized as a constitutional trap that could slow online commerce and enforcement. The Constitution protects indecent but not obscene speech, with courts allowing regulation for child protection on television.
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Wyden
House
Cox
Senate
Royce and Weldon clash over military spending
California's Royce faced scrutiny from Rep. Curt Weldon as proponents tied quality of life to military strength. Weldon cited Royce's visit to seek funding for a weapons project despite Pentagon not requesting it, while defenders highlighted a $500 million congressional boost this year and ongoing cuts in military spending.
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Pentagon
Budding author Gingrich funds own 25 city book tour
Speaker Newt Gingrich decides to personally finance his 25 city tour to comply with House travel rules after ethics committee cautioned about private funding. He will cover travel food and lodging costs, avoiding private source time limits. Publisher HarperCollins had planned to pay for the tour.
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America
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James McDermott
Washington
Tony Blankley
Trump International Hotel & Tower groundbreaking ceremony
A Wednesday ceremony marked the start of the Trump International Hotel & Tower, a 52 story glass fronted project rising around the Paramount Building frame. One beds at 600 800 thousand, two beds from 1.2 to 2 million, with views of Central Park and mid Manhattan praised by Donald Trump as unmatched worldwide.
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Trump
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mid-Manhattan
Eddie Morrison Contractor Plans Flood Prep in Virginia
Eddie Morrison of Front Royal Virginia, while vacationing at Fairfield Harbour, discusses hurricane season prep. He notes local worries about summer rainstorms and floods common to his area and emphasizes readiness steps for weather events.
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Front Royal, Va
Fairfield Harbour
Liddy to Receive Freedom of Speech Award Amid Protests
Gordon Liddy faces strong opposition as the National Association of Radio Talk Show Hosts honors him with its Freedom of Speech Award in Houston. Critics including former president Mike Siegel and at least one member quit, while Mario Cuomo declined to present the award. A scheduled audience of about 3,000 may skip the ceremony as protestors condemn Liddy’s past remarks.
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National Association of Radio
Liddy
Mike
Siegel
Seattle
Houston
Mary Beal
Jacksonville
Fla
New York
Mario Cuomo
Golf tourney honors pope but pope not expected to attend
Philippines President Fidel Ramos names the JP I Classic after John Paul II to counter criticism of adding a crescent to the flag. The inaugural event at the presidential palace will feature 30 leaders. the pope, a nonplayer, will not attend.
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Paul 1
Ramos
Presidential
Jordan faces 100000 fine for jersey switch in playoffs
The NBA fined Michael Jordan $100,000 after he wore No 23 again for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Orlando Magic, undoing his 45 during the playoffs. Jordan defended the move as personal and mental confidence. Also noted were obituaries for Arnold J Dumey and Laurence McKinley Gould detailing their notable careers.
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Chicago Bulls
NBA
Jordan
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Bulls
Orlando Magic
A million miles from Monday ad campaign thrills Illinois travel push
Bob Greene analyzes Illinois Bureau of Tourism ads built on a single line. The campaign aims to lure leisure travelers by promising escape from the Monday to Friday grind rather than showcasing landmarks. It features relatable vignettes from Springfield Galena and Chicago and highlights minor league baseball as a tempting option.
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Tising Agency
Dave Moeller
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Springfield
Lincoln
Galena
Michigan Avenue
Chicago
Peoria Chiefs
United States
Bob Greene
Public opinion poll on teen drinking laws and speed limit
Readers respond to two questions: favor federal teen alcohol legislation and ending the 55 mph limit. Total calls 49. One respondent argues 55 mph is already fast enough, noting lives saved. Another supports higher speeds, citing modern cars.
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