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Congressman Kissell to vote no on House health care bill
Thursday, November 5, 2009 — Congressman Larry Kissell (NC-08) announced that he plans to vote against the most recent health care bill offered in the U.S. House of Representatives due to that bill’s proposed cuts in Medicare benefits.
“From the day I announced my candidacy for this office, I promised to protect Medicare,” Kissell said.
“I gave my word I wouldn’t cut it and I intend to keep that promise to the citizens of the Eighth District and the senior citizens of this nation. While I believe comprehensive health care and insurance reform is necessary, I cannot vote for H.R. 3962 in its current form, which cuts $399 billion from Medicare.”
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Locust bank robbery suspect faces charge from Oakboro
The Oakboro Police Department has added to the charges against a Locust bank robbery suspect.
Brett Anthony Hamrick, 50, was charged with common law robbery by the Locust Police Department in connection with the armed robbery that occurred at First Bank in Locust on Feb. 22. -
Stanly County Sheriff’s Office
Stanly County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity:
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Agriculture grants available to farmers
Fruit and vegetable farmers can now apply for two cost-share grants offered through the N.C. Depart-ment of Agriculture and Consumer Services to assist with the costs of water analysis and independent certification of an operation’s good agricultural practices.
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Spread the Word to End The Word
Monarch is joining the international movement this month to build awareness for people to stop and think about the use of the R-word. Young people across America have started the Spread the Word to End the Word campaign with the help of the Special Olympics and Best Buddies.
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Habitat raises funds to build next project
Stanly County Habitat for Humanity will have a barbecued chicken fundraiser from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. March 11.
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3 teens arrested in stolen ATV case
Two 17-year-olds and one 18-year-old were named suspects and subsequently arrested following the thievery of three all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) recently.
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Quilting exhibit, bee scheduled by Oakboro Historical Foundation
Oakboro Historical Foundation is planning a big quilt display and quilting bee at the Historical Museum and Presbyterian Church.
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Misenheimer speed limit a concern for apartment owners
Village of Misenheimer Town Council heard the concerns of property owners regarding the speed limit during Monday night’s meeting.
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Search for golden shoes nears
Stanly County Partners in Health is sponsoring a rather unique activity to get Stanly County citizens up and moving.
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Gas Price Update
North Carolina, NC, March 8- Average retail gasoline prices in North Carolina have risen 3.7 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.70/g today. This compares with the national average that has increased 4.7 cents per gallon in the last week to $2.74/g, according to gasoline price website NorthCarolinaGasPrices.com.
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