MOORESVILLE – The 6th annual Lake Norman Excursion will take place on Saturday, July 14, beginning from the Lowe’s Corp. headquarters in Mooresville. The popular 5K and bicycle community fundraiser benefits the American Red Cross and draws nearly 1,000 people every year. Events this year will include: Continue Reading

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Health officials are urging North Carolinians to make sure they’re immunized against pertussis (whooping cough) after new outbreaks across the state. Between December and the first week of June, state public health officials had tracked 179 cases of whooping cough in 23 counties, including 122 cases in the Winston-Salem area. That compared to just 126 cases of pertussis statewide in 2011. Continue Reading

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Ben & Jerry’s, WBTV and the Red Cross will host a Give a Pint, Get a Pint blood drive on Thursday, July 12, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream shop, 202 S. Main St., Davidson, and several other locations.

All presenting donors get free ice cream and a Red Cross T-shirt at the drive, as well as a coupon for a free pint. You’ll also be entered for a chance to win a $3,000 gift card. Continue Reading

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Davidson College professor Jessica Good is seeking participants for a summer research study on job interviewing strategies. Participation is easy (and educational) – spend less than 45 minutes on campus listening to a job interview and answering some questions about your impressions of the applicant and interviewer.

All participants will receive a $10 Target gift card in appreciation of their time! Anyone 18 or older is eligible to participate. No prior experience or qualifications necessary. Continue Reading

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