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Large alligator blocks road in southeastern North Carolina
A 12-foot alligator caused a traffic problem in Boiling Springs Lakes, North Carolina.That's a town in Brunswick County, south of Wilmington. At around 1 a.m. police started getting calls from drivers about a large gator in the middle of the road.Multiple drivers report the gator lunged at their vehicle.Police called for backup and when firefighters arrived the group worked together to get the gator to move.The way they got the gator to move was to spray water out of the firetruck. Eventually, the gator decided to walk back to it's habitat.SEE ALSO | Rip currents, sharks and now an alligator scare along North Carolina beachesSEE ALSO | Shark bites 14-year-old boy at North Topsail Beach in North CarolinaAn ordinary day at the beach quickly turned terrifying for 14-year-olds Blayne Brown and McKinley Gore.
Custom Mugs and “Mindless” Fishing
Matt Arey had plenty to smile about after day one concluded for the TNT Fireworks Bassmaster Elite on Smith Lake. Not only did the Team Toyota pro bring over 12-pounds of spotted bass to the scales, which has him firmly inside the cut in this tight-weight tournament, he was also gifted two custom tumblers (drinking mugs) for his daughters Reese and Wren.
Bakers invited to participate in local pie contest in Shelby this weekend
Home bakers will have an opportunity to display their talents at a local pie baking contest this Sunday. Old North Farm, located at 3458 Crowder Ridge Road, Shelby, will host a community pie baking contest for the first time in tandem with its three-year anniversary party. In the spirit of rural traditions, OId North Farm invites the community and all home bakers to partake in the contest which features three categories: fruit pies, custard pies and baker’s choice.
Shelby Art Sculpture Project
The City of Shelby, North Carolina is extending an invitation to artists for a commissioned sculptural gateway element for a significant entrance into Shelby. This project is being driven by the Public Art Advisory Board (PAAB) for the City. For detailed information about the project and to submit a proposal,...
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