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Since I am taking a few days off to celebrate my birthday, there won't be a top five entertainment stories blog this week.
Please feel free to list your top stories this week. It seems that nothing could really top "Idol" or the Rihanna/Chris Brown scandal.
The top three stories can be seen in the following video. Enjoy the "Idol" clips and creative editing. I worked overtime trying to fit Scary Paula in the video!
American Idol and Garner native Scotty McCreery performs at N.C. State's Hoops 4 Hope. The circus is in town. And Olympic-level table tennis stops in Cary. Here's what's happening this weekend.
The Hillsborough Street Community Service Corporation is sponsoring Play 4Kay events on Hillsborough Street starting Feb. 8 to support Hoops 4 Hope and the Kay Yow Cancer Fund.
Showering your loved ones with goodies is always fun to do on Valentine's Day, but not if it leaves you drowning in debt! With a little planning and creativity, you can show your loved ones you care and stay within your budget.
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