Tuesday, February 26, 2013 —
ABC announced the cast members for the upcoming season of “Dancing With The Stars” on Tuesday morning and a familiar face to Stanly County residents was shown.
Season 6 “American Idol” contestant and country music singer Kellie Pickler will appear on Season 16 of DWTS.
Joining the Albemarle native of DWTS are comedians D.L. Hughley and Andy Dick, singer Wynonna, Jacoby Jones of the 2013 Super Bowl Champion Baltimore Ravens, Lisa Vanderpump of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” and “Vanderpump Rules,” professional boxer Victor Ortiz, Zendaya Coleman of the Disney channel’s “Shake It Up,” Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman, actor Ingo Rademacher and 1976 Olympic gold medalist Dorothy Hamill.
The season premieres at 8 p.m. March 18.
The Stanly News & Press will provide updates on Pickler’s performances.
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Safe Kids Stanly County offers safety tips for land, water
In honor of National Kids Safety Day, Safe Kids Stanly County had a Safe Kids Day Saturday morning in front of All 4 Fun Inflatables in Albemarle. The event was from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and featured an array of informational services provided by volunteers from different organizations from around the county who are a part of the Safe Kids Stanly County Coalition.
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Safe Kids Stanly County offers safety tips for land, water
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Stanly County Baseball / Softball Playoff Update
The two remaining Stanly County high school sports teams still alive in their respective playoff both have advanced to their respective Western Regional Series with wins on Tuesday and Wednesday.
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We are Uniquely Made
Earlier this week the seniors at our school had one final hurdle to jump before graduation. They had to present their senior projects before panels of community members. Each room had four adults: the moderator and the three judges. You can be sure the students were quite nervous, but they usually do a great job. If they have practiced and prepared then they should experience success.
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Baird-Poplin
Scott and Sonya Baird of Georgetown, S.C. announce the engagement of their daughter, Katherine Elaine Baird of Greensboro to Matthew Ryan Poplin of Greensboro, son of Louis and Julia Poplin of Norwood.
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In fan fiction, your favorite characters do what you want them to
When J.J. Abrams took over the "Star Trek" franchise in 2009, he boldly went where the series hadn't gone before — romantically — pairing Uhura with Spock. Many fans disliked the change. Some loved it. Others didn't care, because they just wanted to see Kirk and Spock make out.
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The American Red Cross & Carowinds Team Up for Blood Drive Honoring the Military
This Memorial Day weekend, the American Red Cross and Carowinds invite people to give the gift of life, honor military men and women, and enjoy family time at their Military Appreciation blood drive.
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The American Red Cross & Carowinds Team Up for Blood Drive Honoring the Military
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Mayor wants tornado shelters in new homes
Moore Mayor Glenn Lewis wants tornado shelters in all new homes in his city, where an EF-5 tornado damaged or destroyed more than 12,500 homes Monday afternoon. A proposed ordinance would require a shelter inside or outside each new residence.
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Mayor wants tornado shelters in new homes
