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Fireworks truck explodes on Ocracoke, one dead

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 14:06:45 -0400

A truck carrying fireworks exploded at Ocracoke Island's South Ferry Terminal Saturday morning, killing one person and critically injuring four others. Hyde County authorities say the victims belonged to a crew setting up for the town's Independence Day display.

Obama, McCain praise country's revolutionary heritage

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 08:59:20 -0400

In their Fourth of July addresses, President Barack Obama and Sen. John McCain urged Americans to bring their revolutionary heritage to bear on present problems, from the Iranian election protests to health care and energy.

Serena tops Venus again for third Wimbledon title

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 11:52:18 -0400

Serena Williams fell to her knees on the grass, eyes closed, arms raised, and threw back her head.

North Korea fires missiles in 4th of July salvo

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 13:19:12 -0400

North Korea launched seven ballistic missiles Saturday into waters off its east coast in a show of military firepower that defied U.N. resolutions and drew global expressions of condemnation and concern.

Beach insurance plan a tough balancing act for N.C.

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 19:01:30 -0400

A fight in the General Assembly boils down to east versus west. It's not the budget. It's the beach plan – a state-run insurance pool that offers homeowner's insurance to residents that some private plans won't cover.

Holiday revelers return to Hope Mills Lake

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 06:59:16 -0400

This Saturday night, fireworks will go streaking through the sky from atop a brand-new dam on Hope Mills Lake. It marks the return of the holiday celebration to the lake for the first time since heavy rains washed out the dam in 2003.