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First Kentucky Derby
17 May 2008 at 5:00am
Profile America — Saturday, May 17th. Each spring, one of the key sporting events is the Kentucky Derby — held on the first Saturday in May. This year’s running was the 134th in the race’s storied history. The first race was held on this date in 1875, won by a horse named Aristides, ridden by African-American jockey Oliver Lewis. The race was patterned after the English Derby, at a mile and a half in length. It was shortened to a mile and a quarter in 1896, where it remains.
Some of the famous horses to win the derby include War Admiral, Whirlaway and Secretariat. At tracks across the U.S., less famous thoroughbred racing draws more than 6 million people each year, while harness racing attracts nearly 5 million others.
Man Killed By Train in Lincolnton
16 May 2008 at 9:44pm
LINCOLNTON - Late this afternoon a man was killed by a train just off of Edwards Street in Lincolnton. Fire, police and emergency medical crews were attending to the call. Eye witnesses on the scene said that the man tried to cross the track in front of the train. Others speculated that he had possibily gone to sleep on the tracks.
The Tribune will have more information as it becomes available and we have a photographer on the scene.
Calvin J. Nantz III graduates from Charleston School of Law
16 May 2008 at 10:54am
Second class of 163 students receive diplomas
CHARLESTON, S.C. – Calvin J. Nantz III_ of Lincolnton, NC received a law degree Saturday during the second graduation Convocation of the Charleston School of Law.
After three years of study, Calvin J. Nantz III was one of 163 students to receive the juris doctor degree, Interim Dean Andy Abrams said Calvin J. Nantz III is the son of Vicki W. Nantz and Calvin J. Nantz, Jr.
Calvin J. Nantz III was also a Charter member of the Charles Pinckney Inn of the Phi Delta Legal Honor Fraternity.
Arrest & Incident Reports from LCSO
16 May 2008 at 10:45am
STAFF REPORTS
LINCOLNTON - The following listing represents incident and arrest reports from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.
This listing does not necessarily mean anyone at the listed address was accused of any crime, only that a report was made at that location. Also, it is advisable to understand that many people may have the same or similar names.
Local law enforcement asks that anyone with information about any of these incidents or to report a crime call CrimeStoppers at (704) 736-8909. CrimeStoppers allows you to remain anonymous and pays up to $1,000 for information that leads to an arrest.
INCIDENTS
2008-03590
Damage to Property
Assigned: Officer Davis
Location: 7767 Red Robin Trl
Victim: Barbara Dean
Suspect broke window
Date Reported: May 14, 2008
District C
Biking to Work
16 May 2008 at 5:00am
Profile America — Friday, May 16th. With the warmer weather in hand, it’s time to dust off your bicycle and get some exercise. In fact, this is National Bike Month, noting that across the U.S., more than 43 million people enjoy riding their bikes. Some 5 million people are expected to take part in a wide range of activities this month, sponsored by environmental and civic groups, health organizations and police departments. And today is National Bike to Work Day — a time to consider using bike pedals instead of a gas pedal. Even in the face of rising gas prices, the vast majority of us — more than three-quarters — drive to work alone.
Only 5 percent use public transportation and just over 1½ percent use bikes and other means to get to their jobs.
City Manager Names Rodney Monroe Chief of Police
16 May 2008 at 1:37am
CHARLOTTE - Charlotte City Manager Curt Walton announced today after a five-month comprehensive search process that Rodney Monroe will be the new Chief of Police for Charlotte-Mecklenburg. Monroe was one of three candidates selected as finalists for interviews with the City Manager and invited to Charlotte to participate in a public forum held May 13.
Monroe embodies the qualities and characteristics identified in the profile developed for the next Chief of Police. These included offering the citizens of Charlotte-Mecklenburg aggressive and effective leadership and programming needed to address potential increases in crime rates; a strong commitment to customer service; dedication to policing that involves the community; and understanding of the importance in managing crime, public order and traffic safety issues.
Additionally, the next Chief of Police will have broad experience in all areas of municipal policing including patrol, criminal investigation and administration with an established record of effectively managing the activities and functions of a police department, all of which Monroe's has had experience.
Member of Afghan Taliban Convicted in U.S. Court
16 May 2008 at 1:24am
WASHINGTON - A member of an Afghan Taliban cell was convicted today by a jury in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia on charges of narcotics distribution and narco-terrorism, Assistant Attorney General for the Criminal Division Alice S. Fisher announced. The conviction represents the first time a defendant has been convicted in U.S. federal court of narco-terrorism since the statute was enacted in March 2006.
Khan Mohammed, from the Nangarhar Province of Afghanistan, was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for weapons and narcotics offenses. The investigation revealed that Mohammed was part of a Taliban plan to obtain rockets to attack U.S. military and Afghan civilian personnel at Jalalabad Airfield in Jalalabad, Afghanistan. A cooperating witness working with the DEA met with Mohammed on several occasions to plan the rocket attack. Evidence presented at trial established that Mohammed had previously engaged in similar rocket attacks against other Afghan targets.
During the investigation, Mohammed also sold opium and heroin that he knew was intended for importation into the United States.
Pool to Open on Saturday, May 24
15 May 2008 at 9:35pm
LINCOLNTON - The Lincolnton Recreation Pool located at Betty G. Ross Park will have a pre-season opening Saturday, May 24 from 10am - 5pm, Sunday, May 25 from 1pm – 5pm, and Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day) from 10am – 5pm.
Pool admission: $2.00 per person. Season passes and group rates available.
For more information, contact the Recreation Office at 704-735-2671.
KCBS Certified BBQ Judging Class to be held June 6
15 May 2008 at 9:25pm
LINCOLNTON -- The Eighth Annual RE/MAX Crossroads Lincolnton Hog Happenin' BBQ & Bike Fest is just around the corner, and this year event organizers will be offering the unique opportunity to become a Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS) Certified Barbeque Judge.
As a KCBS-sanctioned event, the Toyota Tundra State Championship BBQ Cook-off is judged only by KCBS Certified Barbeque Judges.
"Typically, our judges travel to Lincolnton from across the Southeast," said Lynn Brinson, Coordinator of the KCBS Certified Barbeque Judging course. "We feel that this is a great opportunity to garner local input on the barbeque submitted for the competition."
While many judging positions have already been filled, organizers are leaving a few spaces open for newly certified judges.
Illegal Poker House Busted in Lincolnton
15 May 2008 at 9:21pm
LINCOLNTON – Members of the Lincolnton/Lincoln County Interagency Narcotics Unit, acting in a complaint, seized three illegal video poker machines from a residence on Dale Avenue. Narcotics Investigators along with Lincolnton Police Criminal Investigations Unit went to the residence at 2057 Dale Avenue on May 7th where they found the working video poker machines.
Information investigators received shows the house was rented for the sole purpose of having the poker machines which have taken in close to $400,000 since August of 2007.
A Criminal summons for possession of slot machines was obtained on May 14, 2008 and served on Sandra Annette Rotolo, 47, 3241 Fairground Road, Lincolnton, NC. She is scheduled to appear in Lincoln County District Court on June 2, 2008 at 9:00 a.m.to respond to the charges.
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