Court of appeals defines birthday rule in a 13 year old case
Raleigh AP reports the North Carolina Court of Appeals held that a birthday begins at the first second of the day of birth. The ruling affects Terry Anton Robinson whose crimes occurred three hours after his 13th birthday, sending his juvenile transfer question back for handling. The same panel also affirmed suppression of evidence in a separate Watkins DWI case, citing an allegedly improper stop based on an anonymous tip and later affidavits.
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Thanksgiving travel costs dip for some cities despite security
Travel experts report cheaper round trip flights from Charlotte to New York and Dallas Fort Worth this year, with observers noting travelers favor Greensboro Raleigh Greenville Spartanburg and Columbia for bargain flights. Airlines like Continental AirSouth and Midway operate there. Airport security has risen but agents advise arriving 90 minutes early. Charlotte Douglas will add staff and shuttle emphasis to handle crowds while many locals choose driving due to cheap gas and better highways. Cancun Disney World Jamaica and ski trips remain popular getaways.
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Thanksgiving Returns Hope for Emory Family
Emory endured a long recovery with four operations on one arm and grafts on both arms, home finally reached after two weeks. Kimberly's condition improved and she was sent home Nov. 19, reuniting with her brother Michael. The family thanks doctors, churches, and Bojangles co workers in Belmon t for support as they celebrate Thanksgiving together at Emory’s sister’s home.
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Gingrich Gridlock Shapes 1995 Republican Rise
Democrats label last week's federal partial shutdown as Gingrich Gridlock shaping House Speaker Newt Gingrich and the new Republican majority. The decisive battles of 1995 loom as Gingrich meets leaders at the Republican Governors Association gathering in New Hampshire.
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France detonates fourth underground nuclear blast in South Pacific
Newswire reports France carried out a fourth underground nuclear detonation at its test site in the South Pacific less than a week after 95 nations condemned its earlier tests. The item notes international tensions and ongoing testing program.
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Santa versus high tech in cola holiday packaging
Et et Coca Cola sticks with classic Santa imagery while Pepsi Cola adopts a high tech holiday package. The packaging showdown highlights the firms bid for a larger share of the $50 billion soft drink market as The Dow Jones Industrial Average closes above 5,000 for the first time, signaling a yearlong stock rally.
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Thanksgiving Turkey Count Question Sparks Debate
The reader asks how many turkeys are cooked for Thanksgiving, highlighting the tradition of turkey meals as the yearly peak. The note references preparation urgency for the holiday and hints at a question about national cooking totals.
Police guidance for students on gun safety at Gaston County schools
An officer instructed Lowell Elementary students to Stop. Don’t Touch. Leave the area. Tell an adult if they find a gun. A High Shoals man, Darrell Dillion Bradley, 37, was killed early Tuesday after being struck by a car while lying in the road on N.C. 155, about five miles south of Lincolnton at 6:30 am.
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North Carolina Senator Lauch Faircloth Emerges as Clinton Critic
North Carolina's junior senator Lauch Faircloth has spent part of his six year term in Capitol Hill, establishing himself as a veteran critic of Democrats and President Clinton.
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