World of ocean treasure-hunting on exhibit at Discovery Place
Shipwreck explorers have long been drawn to the North Carolina coast with its sizable collection of wrecks. This weekend a shipwreck exploration company lands in Charlotte to display some of its treasures in a six-month exhibit at Discovery Place. WFAE's Simone Orendain went to the preview opening of "Shipwreck! Pirates and Treasure" and has this report.
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Statement from SC first lady Jenny Sanford
South Carolina first lady Jenny Sanford released the following statement Thursday afternoon.
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70-year-old Concord doctor called up to Iraq
This week, U.S. troops pulled out of Iraq's cities and into rural areas. But the fighting continues and soldiers are still being injured. Army doctors are in such high demand that a 70-year-old physician from Concord deployed early this morning for a four-month tour. WFAE's Julie Rose has more:
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SLED chief: Sanford's personal time is his business
Since South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford returned from Argentina last week and admitted to having an affair, numerous state lawmakers have called for an investigation into the governor's travel and expenses. The results of that inquiry were released Thursday in a press conference. In this segment, WFAE's Julie Rose talks to our All Things Considered host Mark Rumsey  about the findings, reactions and the politics behind calls for Sanford to resign.
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SLED: No illegal use of public money on Sanford's affair, trips
The head of South Carolina Law Enforcement says there is no evidence Governor Mark Sanford broke the law or used state resources to visit his mistress.  WFAE's Julie Rose has more.
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North Mecklenburg Senior Center may close
The North Mecklenburg Senior Center may close at the end of August if it can't raise enough money to make up for United Way cuts.  WFAE's Lisa Miller has more.
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SC begins random checks on companies for illegal immigrants
Beginning this week, South Carolina's largest businesses have to use a federal database or check drivers' licenses to verify the immigration status of new workers. WFAE's Lisa Miller has more.
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Looking inside Charlotte: Mission Possible
Charities in Charlotte have been hit hard by the poor economy.  Large increases in the need for their services come at a time when securing funding is very difficult.  Eight media outlets in Charlotte have teamed up to help publicize the situation.  WFAE's Scott Graf spoke with the project organzier Steve Gunn, the Editor for Innovations at the Charlotte Observer, about the goal of the project.
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Assistant Dean at UNC Charlotte charged with embezzlement
An assistant dean at UNC Charlotte has been charged with six counts of embezzlement. Ashley Postell helped coordinate activities at the school's fraternities and sororities. UNC Charlotte police arrested her yesterday.
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14 Republican senators call for Sanford's resignation
South Carolina Senator Wes Hayes of York County is among more than a dozen Republican senators calling for the resignation of Governor Mark Sanford. WFAE's Greg Collard reports.
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Concerned citizens want plan to tackle need in Charlotte
Dozens of Charlotte's human service agencies will begin the new fiscal year today with even tighter budgets to service more people in these tough economic times. Last night, more than 200 people gathered to figure out how Charlotte residents, community leaders, and officials should go about meeting basic needs. And the answer that came back is that Charlotte needs a plan to raise money and efficiently parcel out assistance. WFAE's Lisa Miller has more.
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Sanford contradicts himself again; reveals more on affair, other women
More unsavory details are surfacing about Governor Mark Sanford's affair with his Argentinian mistress. Today he told the Associated Press that he met her once more than previously disclosed. WFAE's Julie Rose reports.
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$1.1 million for air quality improvements in Mecklenburg County
Mecklenburg County is receiving a $1.1 million federal stimulus infusion that it hopes will help mitigate poor air quality in the region.  WFAE's Simone Orendain has more.
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NC has 14 "high hazard" coal ash dams
The Environmental Protection Agency has released a list of 44 coal ash storage sites that are a potential threat to surrounding communities. North Carolina has the largest number of these so-called "fly ash ponds" like the one that breached in Tennessee in December burying homes and contaminating water. WFAE's Julie Rose has more.
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Former NC State Auditor starts his own watchdog group
North Carolina's former state auditor Les Merritt is beginning his own watchdog group to keep government in line. Lisa Miller has more.
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Gauvreau an agent of change, or agitator?
School board meetings are notoriously long. And if you like arguments, they're also good theatre. Larry Gauvreau is often in the middle of these arguments. But his time on the board is coming to an end.  Last month, he announced he won't seek re-election. He said there's no point in running because "liberals and unwitting politicians" have too much power. Whether you agree or disagree with Gauvreau, there's no denying he's had a huge impact on CMS.  He's the guy who filed a federal lawsuit that led to the end of race- and income-based busing in the district. WFAE's Simone Orendain caught up with Gauvreau and produced this profile.
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Sanford vows to remain governor, make nice
South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford says he's planning to remain in office as part of an 18-month repentance process. As he sees it, quitting would be the easy way out of the mess he's in because of an extramarital affair and a secret visit to his mistress in Argentina. WFAE's Julie Rose reports.
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Concord City utilities to charge $2.50 for payment via card
Starting next month, the City of Concord will assess a service fee to residents who pay for city utilities with credit or debit cards.  WFAE's Simone Orendain reports.
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Water fight in Boone
The town of Boone is facing a water crisis. Officials say they have nearly maxed out their water supply and may soon have to put a moratorium on building any new homes. Boone wants permission to take 4-million additional gallons of water from the New River. The proposal is drawing fire from residents. WFAE's Julie Rose reports.
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