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Fly-Fishing Weekend for Women held April 9-11
The Becoming an Outdoors-Woman program of the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will offer a special introduction to fly-fishing in the southern Blue Ridge Mountains this spring. “The Fly-Fishing...
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Player of the week
Contributed Photo Congratulations to Trojan wrestlers Anthony and Tyler for making it to the State Championship last week.
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Wrestlers make big effort at State
Results for Garner from the State Wrestling Tournament: 1st Round ▫ 130 – Nick Rodrigues (Lake Norman) Decision 10-6 over Anthony Chiles (Garner) ▫ 285 – Tyler Maher (Garner) Fall 2:39...
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The Kindergarten Class at Nieman Elementary School in Shawnee, Kansas with some of the 100 balloons they released on day one hundred of their first school year. The balloon and message surprised everyone when it returned to earth in Campbell Creek, N.C. 24 hours later. Kansas Kindergarten sends Eastern N.C. fast air mail
Anyone who spends much time walking around in the woods and fields knows that you’ll eventually find the remnants of a deflated helium filled balloon hung up on a bush or in a ditch. Millions esca...
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Hey, Stephanie. I had to babysit David all weekend because my parents were away. So, I had to run out yesterday as soon as the paper was sent off. I have a couple of stories I can work on early this week for the next issue, so I will send them to you as soon as they are written.
 
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Jimmie Johnson celebrates in Victory Lane at LV Motor Speedway after winning the Shelby American Sprint Cup Series race.
 
Luck or dominance? Johnson wins in Vegas
Jimmie Johnson let the sell out crowd of 150,000 know that he needed no help (or luck) to win the Shelby American Sprint Cup race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Trying to dispel critics that he̵...
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Where does all the water go when the wind blows
When newcomers to the coastal area of North Carolina ask about the tides we have in the Pamlico-Albemarle estuarine area they’re often amazed to hear that the normal (moon) tides fluctuate only ab...
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“Old Johnny” the Eagle’s Nest community’s pet dog enjoys a fresh fish dinner compliments of a strong NNW wind that blew a lot of the water from the upper Pamlico River. The fish was trapped in a shallow depression by the retreating water. The fish was taken by illegal methods since recreational anglers are only allowed to take speckled trout by hook and line in waters under the jurisdiction of the NCDMF but, in this case, an exception will probably be made. Where does all the water go when the wind blows?
When newcomers to the coastal area of North Carolina ask about the tides we have in the Pamlico-Albemarle estuarine area they’re often amazed to hear that the normal (moon) tides fluctuate only ab...
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Two Trojan wrestlers head to State competition
Anthony Chiles and Tyler Maher will head to the State competition for wrestling this weekend after placing in the Regionals at UNC Pembroke last week. The State competition will be this Friday, ...
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Player of the Week: Marchus Carter
In his second year of wrestling, Junior Marchus Carter has a record of 9-9. He is the son of Darcell and Emory Carter. Head Coach Wilton Bunn said, “Marcus has been working very hard this year. W...
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Trojan wrestlers travel to Regionals
Congratulations to Garner’s wrestlers who will be traveling to Regionals at UNC Pembroke tonight. They are: 103 – Timothy Jones 112 – Damian Harrell 119 – Isiah Cain 130 – Anthony Chiles 1...
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Garner takes down Harnett Central
In a make-up match, the Garner wrestlers won over the Harnett Central High Trojans. Garner 40 Harnett Central 37 103 – David Blalock (Harnett Central) Fall :50 over Timothy Jones (Garner) 1...
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“Free to a good home” pets aren’t always a bad thing
by Fred Bonner
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Luke watches intently for incoming bluebills from a floating blind in the Pamlico River. A special seat for the dog enables him to poke his head just over the walls and keep a sharp eye out for bir...
Player of the Week: Vincent Mollo
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The junior Trojan is in his third year of wrestling and has a 15-19 record. He is the son of Vincent and Denise Mollo. Wrestling Coach Wilton Bunn said, “I've known and coached Vincent since Middle...
Trojan wrestlers have big win at Conference
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▪ 2009-2010 CONFERENCE CHAMPION - Tyler Maher 285 lb. ▪ Vince Mollo - 215 lb. - third Place ▪ Anthony Chiles - 130 lb - third Place ▪ Damian Harrell - 112 lb - fourth Place ▪ 103 - David...
Player of the week: Steven Lombana
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The senior Trojan has been wrestling for three years and has a 15-10 record. He is the son of Sonia and Luis Barrinotto. He has also participated in football and lacrosse. He will be going to Cape ...
Trojans fall short of Senior Night victory
by Kelly Griffith
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The crowd was pumped as Anthony Finochio took on Cory Estes in the final match of the Jan. 27 dual between the Trojans and the Warriors. In the end, the Trojans lost by two points in an overtime d...
Bladen County’s Oakland Plantation and classic quail hunting
by Fred Bonner
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When you begin to talk about hunting the bobwhite quail these days most hunters get that nostalgic look in their eyes and begin to long for the “Good Old Days” when fields had hedgerows and nearly ...
Armas named head soccer coach
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BUIES CREEK, N.C. – Steve Armas, who has helped build the Campbell University men’s soccer program into a regional and national contender, was named head coach of the Fighting Camels on Friday. A ...
Proposed marine fisheries regulations to even-up penalties between commercial and recreational anglers
by Fred Bonner
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If there’s one consistent complaint that I hear from both commercial and recreational fishermen these days it is they’re being regulated off the water. Between laws and regulations that pertain to ...
Player of the Week: Tyler Maher
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Varsity wrestler Tyler Maher brings leadership and skill to the mat for the Garner Magnet High School Trojans. The 17-year-old Junior’s present record is 32-2. Tyler is the son of John and Sandy Ma...
Locals bring home the gold, silver and black
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- Instructors and students from JKO Karate in Garner participated in the 37th Annual JKO Masters Seminars and Championships held on Jan. 16-17 in San Diego. Held at the San Diego Convention Center...
Garner’s youth basketball season now underway
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Garner Parks and Recreation Department‘s youth basketball season tipped off Tuesday night, Jan. 5 at Avery Street Recreation Center. In a battle of cats, the Tigers tamed the Wildcats in the Mit...
The Dock Dogs are coming
by Fred Bonner
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This year’s annual East Carolina Wildlife Arts Festival and the North Carolina Decoy Carving Championships will have a new venue that’s sure to be a big hit with dog-lovers whether they’re hunters ...
Hess resigns as Campbell's coach
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BUIES CREEK, N.C. – Doug Hess has resigned as head men’s soccer coach at Campbell University to accept the same position at Drexel University in Philadelphia, Pa. “I am so thankful for the opportu...
Player of the week
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Damian Herrell In his second year of wrestling at Garner Magnet High School, the Senior Trojan’s season record is 16-8. Herrell, 17, is the son of David and Tina Harrell. Contributed Photo
Garner’s Youth Basketball season now underway
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Garner Parks and Recreation Department‘s youth basketball season tipped off Tuesday night, Jan. 5 at Avery Street Recreation Center. In a battle of cats, the Tigers tamed the Wildcats in the Mite C...
Trojans edge out Spartans in Smithfield-Selma match
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Results from the Garner vs. Smithfield-Selma wrestling match Garner 39 Smithfield-Selma 37 103 - Gabriel Uriostegui (SSS) win by forfeit 112 - Damian Harrell (Gar.) win by forfeit 119 - Ever R...
Cold water could impact fish
by Fred Bonner
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North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries Fishery Biologist Beth Burns was headed for a Speckled Trout Advisory Committee meeting in New Bern last week and her topic for the presentation was abou...
Trojans take 3rd in Knightdale Duals
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Results from Jan. 1-2 Friday, Jan. 1, 2010 Northern Vance 51 Garner 30 103 - Jonathan Norton (N. Vance) Fall :52 over Timothy Jones (Gar.) 112 - Damian Harrell (Gar.) Fall 3:15 over Deshan C...
Controversy swirls among various outdoor recreation groups
by Fred Bonner
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Sometimes, it pays for outdoorsmen to keep their mouths shut when it comes to their secret places in the outdoors. This is nothing new for most hunters and fishermen but sometime it’s hard to keep ...
Trojans place 14th in Mark Adams Memorial Tournament
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Garner Trojans Wrestling team finished 14th among the 21 teams at the Mark Adams Memorial Tournament at Cary High School. The Garner Trojans had three varsity wrestlers in the finals. HWT - Ty...
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