Dec
28
2021
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By Randolph Record
Omicron takes over, cases rise among vaccinated

Omicron takes over, cases rise among vaccinated

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9 year-old Josie Murdoch holds her vaccination card at Chapel Hill Pediatrics and Adolescents after being innoculated with the Pfizer child COVID-19 vaccination in Chapel Hill, N.C., Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome) RALEIGH — On September 9, President Joe Biden called COVID-19 "a pandemic of the unvaccinated." New data from the U.S. and around the world suggests the new omicron variant may be impacting vaccinated people more than the unvaccinated. U.S. government figures show the omicron variant continues to account for a growing proportion of new coronavirus infections in the country. Omicron accounted for 59% of new cases…
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Dec
23
2021
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By Randolph Record
RCC honor society welcomes new members

RCC honor society welcomes new members

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ASHEBORO — On Dec. 8 Randolph Community College hosted a virtual ceremony to induct new members to Beta Theta Rho, the college’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, a national higher education honor society. With 1,280 chapters on two-year and community college campuses in all 50 of the United States, membership in PTK is by invitation only. Students must complete 12 hours of coursework toward an associate degree, 6 hours toward a one-year certificate, or 12 hours toward a bachelor's degree and have a minimum 3.5 grade point average. The newly inducted students — identified by hometowns — are: Asheboro: Joshua…
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Dec
23
2021
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By Randolph Record
Locking in megasite tenant proves crucial

Locking in megasite tenant proves crucial

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With the announcement this month that Toyota Motor North America chose the Greensboro-Randolph Megasite as the location for Toyota's new $1.29 billion automotive battery manufacturing plant, there was considerable celebration. The subject also has been much-discussed among residents in Randolph County. Part of the mystery that awaits is what will the impact be beyond the megasite itself. The site, located in Liberty, is zoned for heavy industrial use. Water and sewer is to be provided by the City of Greensboro. Local officials have touted the impact that will accompany the Toyota plant. It’s bound to spawn other businesses. Meanwhile, the…
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Dec
22
2021
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By Randolph Record
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Dominic Payne

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Dominic Payne

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Trinity | Boys Basketball | Sophomore  Payne produced a couple of strong outings as the Bulldogs split two Piedmont Athletic Conference games. It began with the sophomore guard’s 20-point effort in a 53-46 decision against rival Wheatmore. That pushed the Bulldogs’ record to 8-0. Later in the week, Payne racked up 18 points in a 61-54 loss to Uwharrie Charter Academy. Ashton Troutman, a previous winner of the honor this season, had 27 points in that game for UCA.    
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Dec
17
2021
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By Randolph Record
UCA wrestlers roll up 15-0 record

UCA wrestlers roll up 15-0 record

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LUMBERTON – The Uwharrie Charter Academy wrestling team has reached a 15-0 record after dominating the Lumberton Border Wars on Saturday. The Eagles won five meets, including a 52-27 victory against host Lumberton in the finals. Eight UCA wrestlers were undefeated in the dual-meet tournament. They were Ethan Hines, Brandon Jordan, Jack McArthur, Aldo Hernandez, Grayson Roberts, Doug Bowles, Jaden Maness and Jaden Marion. Plus, Aiden Allred, Carson Robinson, Bryan Lackey and Corbin Grissom posted 4-1 records in the event. The Eagles topped Fayetteville Byrd 84-0, beat Purnell Swett 75-6, topped South Florence (S.C) 75-6 and whipped West Brunswick 72-9.…
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Dec
17
2021
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By Blake Szilvay
Feral swine program starting in Randolph County

Feral swine program starting in Randolph County

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ASHEBORO — For years, feral swine populations have been growing across the United States and can now be found across North Carolina. Randolph County will play a critical role in helping eliminate feral swine in N.C. thanks to a new program targeting the animals in Randolph and five other counties. The destruction feral swine cause is a significant threat to agriculture and the environment and costs $1.5 billion in damages annually in the U.S. Known as feral swine, feral hogs, or wild hogs — these animals have few natural predators, which allows them to spread unfettered without human intervention. While…
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Dec
16
2021
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By Randolph Record
Piedmont Athletic Conference all-conference

Piedmont Athletic Conference all-conference

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Providence Grove’s head coach Calvin Brown throws up 1 finger for the extra point after they took the opening kickoff to the house for a touchdown against Jordon-Mathews at PGHS in Climax, NC on September 3, 2021. Brown was named PAC Football Coach of the Year. PJ WARD-BROWN/NORTH STATE JOURNAL ASHEBORO — The Piedmont Athletic Conference announced its All-Conference selections this week. Boys’ cross country Runner of the Year: Zach Hazelwood (Wheatmore) Coach of the Year: John Ruiz (Providence Grove) Jayten Beasley (Providence Grove), Robert Burton (Providence Grove), Justin Bush (Providence Grove), Evan Meadows (Providence Grove), Kadan Shoptaw (Providence Grove),…
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Dec
15
2021
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By Randolph Record
Providence Grove cheerleaders participate in ACC football championship

Providence Grove cheerleaders participate in ACC football championship

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CHARLOTTE — The cheerleaders from Providence Grove High School were part of the pre-game performance at the ACC Football Championship Game in Charlotte on December 4. Following their on-field opportunity, which Pitt won over Wake Forest to capture the 2021 ACC Championship, the PG cheerleaders received team awards at a banquet on December 6. Alyssa Beasley and Kinley Fergusion were named co-most valuable cheerleaders. The rookie of the year was Alexis Thomas, most dedicated was Ashley Spivey and the coach’s award went to Madilyn Hopkins. Ashlyn James and Addison Thorpe received honorable mentions for the all-region team. Academic All-Conference Winners…
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Dec
15
2021
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By Randolph Record
Board of Elections meeting nixed for December

Board of Elections meeting nixed for December

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ASHEBORO — This week’s meeting of the Randolph County Board of Elections was canceled after the recent rescheduling of 2022 primaries in the state. Melissa Johnson, who’s director of the Randolph County Board of Elections, sent a notice announcing the cancellation of Tuesday’s meeting. The next meeting of the board is set for 5 p.m. Jan. 11. Last week, the North Carolina Supreme Court suspended candidate filing for all offices for the 2022 primary election. This included municipal contests. In doing so, the North Carolina Supreme Court pushed back the date of the primary from March 8 to May 17.…
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Dec
08
2021
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By Erick Erickson
ERICKSON: Reversing Roe

ERICKSON: Reversing Roe

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This past Wednesday, the United States Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. In the case, Mississippi is seeking Court approval on a law that would ban abortion after 15 weeks, but Mississippi also argues Roe v. Wade itself should be reversed by the Court. It appears there are six votes on the Court for gutting Roe and five for reversing it altogether. One must remember that in major cases like this, the justices of the Court need no persuasion from the lawyers. Instead, it is through the lawyers that the justices have an initial…
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