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Driver charged with DWI, speeding in Cleveland Co. fatality

Submitted by Jeff Rivenbark
Monday, June 13th, 2011, 1:32pm

CLEVELAND COUNTY, NC (WBTV) - The highway patrol says a man who was drinking alcohol and speeding caused a deadly wreck in Cleveland County early Sunday morning.

The wreck occurred around 1:10 a.m. on N.C. 10 just north of the town of Casar.

The two occupants in the car had just left Brackett Cedar Park which is a small campground which hosts various events.

James Pruett Jr., 31, of Casar, died after he was ejected from the Ford Taurus. He was not wearing a seatbelt.

The driver, 31-year-old Jeremy Spann, of Connelly Springs, survived the crash and was wearing his seatbelt.

According to the North Carolina Highway Patrol, high speed and alcohol were factors in the crash. A state trooper estimates that Spann was traveling between 85 and 90 mph when the collision occurred.

Spann was charged with DWI, and careless and reckless driving. Other charges could be filed against him, the highway patrol said.

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NCDOT paving section of Sanford Drive starting Monday

Submitted by Alison Hill, Community Web Producer
Monday, June 13th, 2011, 11:57am
NCDOT paving section of Sanford Drive starting Monday

MORGANTON - The North Carolina Dept. of Transportation will start paving a section of Sanford Drive on Monday, June 13, according to an NCDOT spokesperson.

One lane of Sanford Drive will be open during the paving, but traffic will cause delays.

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$15 for $30 Worth of Food and Drink from Table 274

Submitted by Donna Lepre on Monday, June 13th, 9:36 am
$15 for $30 Worth of Food and Drink from Table 274

Become a "locavore" and sample some of the good eats grown locally. Table 274 has a farm to table approach, with a menu that turns the local bounty into wholesome and masterful delicacies. Enjoy $30 worth of food and drink for only $15 with today's fantastic deal! CLICK HERE for more info and to take advantage of this GREAT deal!

About Table 274

Led by Carolina–born-and-bred chefs Patrick Best and Eugene Fritzler, Table 274 delights diners with dishes that favor fresh, local ingredients whenever possible. Lunch and dinner menus both feature sumptuous starters such as the roasted beet and farro salad, showcasing pickled golden and red beets and frisée, dressed to impress in a lemon-thyme vinaigrette ($7–$8), as well as spring onion soup served with toasted puff pastry and aged gryere.

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Get the news happening in your community... in your email!

Submitted by Chris Dyches
Friday, June 10th, 2011, 5:19pm
Get the news happening in your community... in your email!

Want to keep up with the latest news happening in your neighborhood?  Sign up for the WBTV In Your Community Newsletter!

All you have to do is log on to your favorite WBTV Community and sign up in the "Stay Informed" section of the page. It's located on the upper right side of the screen. (See picture above).

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David Burleson named Superintendant of Avery County Schools

Submitted by Alison Hill, Community Web Producer
Friday, June 10th, 2011, 2:07pm

AVERY COUNTY - Former Burke County Schools Superintendent David Burleson has been named as the new Superintendent of the Avery County School system.

Martha Davis, Public Information Officer with Avery County Schools, confirmed the announcement on June 10.

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School's out for the summer

Submitted by Alison Hill, Community Web Producer
Friday, June 10th, 2011, 10:45am
School's out for the summer

No more pencils, no more books!

Friday, June 10 marks the last day for students during the 2010-2011 school year.

Have a safe and relaxing summer!

 

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Heat waves can cause high bills

Submitted by Alison Hill, Community Web Producer
Thursday, June 9th, 2011, 3:34pm
Heat waves can cause high bills

MORGANTON - When a heat wave moves through, utility bills usually move up, unless residents take a few steps to reduce their energy use.

"The same principle applies in the summer that applies in the winter. When temperatures get really cold, or really hot, electric bills rise," said Dan Brown, City Electric Director. "I always encourage customers to adjust their thermostats accordingly so they don't get caught off guard by an unexpected utility bill.

Heating and cooling costs make up nearly 50 percent of annual home energy costs. Residents should set their thermostats to as close to 78 degrees as is comfortable. Each additional degree below 78° adds about three percent to energy costs.

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