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Morning Edition 10/25: BOOK TAKES A UNIQUE APPROACH TO THE PROBLEM OF BULLYING

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National Anti-Bullying Month provides many opportunities to teach children how to deal with bullies, whether in school, on the playground, or even in their own neighborhood.
 However, from a martial arts expert and his wife comes a truly unique approach to the subject of bullying and how to deal with it.
  'Life Ki-do Parenting: Tools to Raise Happy, Confident Kids from the Inside Out', is a project of Jonathan and Lana Hewitt. It takes a 'back to basics' approach to helping parents bring up their children by giving them confidence, happiness and a consideration of others.

WWW.LifeKido.com

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Morning Edition 11/21: CAROLINA MOUNTAIN LAND CONSERVANCY'S NEW PROGRAM TO GET FOLKS OUTSIDE

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The North Carolina Mountains are beautiful, but they're not just pretty to look at; they are incredible for anyone who wants to get outside and enjoy them. The Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy is a land trust that works in WNC - mainly in Henderson, Rutherford, Transylvania, Polk and Buncombe counties. The Conservancy has just released a new version of its popular program to get people out the house and outside exploring the lands that are being conserved. The program is called the White House Squirrel Hiking Challenge 2.0. Peter Barr will explain the program, the challenge, and how you can get more than just good exercise.

 

 www.CarolinaMountain.org

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Interview on Morning Edition 11/29: UNLOCKING YOUR BRILLIANCE

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UNLOCKING YOUR BRILLIANCE, SMART STRATEGIES FOR WOMEN TO THRIVE IN SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATH  by KAREN D. PURCELL, P.E.
 
    Throughout this election season – whether you're talking state, local or federal – one of the biggest issues has been education. And when talking about education, Science, Technology, Engineering and Math or STEM, has been the main topic of conversation. Karen D. Purcell, a professional engineer, has written a book not only about the importance of these fields, but about how few women are entering these fields. Purcell has been extremely successful as an electrical engineer, and has written a book encouraging more girls to go into these fields and how to be successful as well.  Tune in for this timely interview.

Find more information here:
 
 www.UnlockingYourBrilliance.com                                  

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Morning Edition 12/3: IT'S A 'SANG THANG'

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It's a world event and it's taking place in Mills River, NC. The International American Ginseng Expo is happening December 7 and 8 and it promises to be a chance to learn about ginseng and other native Appalachian plants. It's also going to be an opportunity to learn about the rules and regulations regarding this valuable plant, and how to keep it safe from poachers.  Caroline Edwards says it will be a chance to have fun, discuss this very important subject, try some delicious meals made with natural ingredients and even hear from storyteller Doug Elliott and David Holt. Tune in to hear about the International American Ginseng Expo.

 

 

www.NCNaturalProducts.org.

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Morning Edition 12/5: SPARTANBURG SCIENCE MUSEUM MAKES STEM FUN

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SPARTANBURG SCIENCE MUSEUM TEACHES STEM USING ROBOTICS
 
   Science, technology, engineering and math, all subjects that still invoke fear and lack of interest in too many of our students. But, Megan Rudolph with the Spartanburg Science Museum at the Chapman Cultural Center has found out about a way that works for children of all ages; and when they're really, really young, they don't even know they're learning it.
   This weekend the Spartanburg Science Museum presents its First Lego League Spartanburg Qualifier Competition, and it will be a blast for anyone - of any age - who wants to attend and see what's happening.
   The First Lego League isn't new; it's just new to Spartanburg, and the purpose of this ingenious idea is to teach STEM courses beginning at a very young age and going all the way up to high school and beyond. And, since businesses and even senior citizens are beginning to get involved in technology, and the world is getting ahead of us in training workers in these fields, FLL is a program to watch.
   Join me as Megan Rudolph shares what to expect for those who want to attend on Saturday.
 
 www.FirstLegoLeague.org                           www.SpartanburgScienceMuseum.org.
 

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Morning Edition on 9/19/12: WESTERN CAROLINA UNIVERSITY - ARTS AND CULTURAL EVENTS

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  The new season of arts and cultural events is here, and in my second of a series of examples of what is available in our coverage area, I'm speaking with Lori Davis of Arts and Cultural Events - or ACE - in Culowhee at Western Carolina University. Although located at a college - like my first example, The Foundation Performing Arts Center - ACE is different in that WCU is a university that is known for its arts and cultural programs.

  Davis, whose job encompasses many other functions in addition to ACE, says it is her job to find events that will enhance the classes and engage the students. Tune in to hear what the 2012-2013 season of ACE will offer to students and the public.

 

www.ACE.WCU.edu

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Morning Edition 9/24/12: CHAPMAN CULTURAL CENTER - THE 2012-13 SEASON

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In the third in a series discussing the variety of entertainment available all around us here in Western North Carolina, I took a look at Chapman Cultural Center, just across the border in Spartanburg, SC.  Each of the previous offerings has been different in the types of entertainment offered, for whom the entertainment is selected, and,  in the case of the Chapman Cultural Center, the fact that it is possible to bring together an entire county's worth of organizations under one giant umbrella.

Steve Wong is the Marketing Director and it's his job to keep track of everything that is going on, and to spread the word...a job he does exceedingly well. Join us for this fun informative interview.

WWW.ChapmanCulturalCenter.org

 

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Morning Edition 9/25/12: VICTORY LAB - THE SECRET SCIENCE OF WINNING CAMPAIGNS

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  With every single day, there is another news story about this candidate or that candidate, this political ad or that one, this lie or that one and, yes, even this truth or that one.

 With so much coverage during any election, is it any wonder that most of us just want to tune it all out?         

 According to Sasha Issenberg, Washington correspondent for Monocle, who covered the 2008 presidential campaign for The Boston Globe, and has written for George and Philadephia magazines, politics is really all about science. The science of politics is statistics and how they are gathered and how the candidates use them. Since the 1800's, statisticians have been trying - mostly unsuccessfully - to get politicians to listen to them and allow them to assist them to be successful in winning the campaigns.  Join me for this fascinating look at the secret way to win elections.

 

www.TheVictoryLab.com

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Morning Edition 9/26/12: ONLINE CLASS OFFERING CREATING MOBILE APPS FOR HTML5

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For many,  education is a necessity to start a new career, to move up the ladder in your current career or even just for fun. Community Colleges have become the hub of that type of learning in North Carolina – as well as other states – and the perfect place to start can be through Continuing Education. For example, I first saw an e-mail from Marnie Beaver here at Isothermal Community College about a class called 'Creating Mobile Apps with HTML5'.  I was literally blown away. I had no idea that our little college, in a county that doesn't yet even have broadband everywhere, would have a class that could teach me how to create my own apps for my Smart Phone. Then, when I started talking with Marnie about this one class, I quickly realized that it was just the tip of the iceberg for anyone interested in learning just about anything you could name. Tune in to learn what you can learn about learning.

WWW.ED2Go.com/Isothermal

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Morning Edition 9/28/12: GOLD FEVER AND THE BECHTLER MINT DOCUMENTARY WORLD PREMIERE

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North Carolina has staked its claim as the state where the real first gold rush took place. The documentary entitled "Gold Fever and the Bechtler Mint" was filmed in Rutherford County and other locations across the state, and was produced and directed by UNC-TV's Scott Davis. The movie tells the story of the Bechtler Mint during the years when North Carolina was the major gold-mining state, and of Christopher Bechtler of Rutherfordton, who, in 1832, minted the first one-dollar gold coin in the nation - 17 years before the U.S. Mint.

The 30-minute documentary will debut in Rutherfordton, NC, this Saturday evening at 7 p.m. at Rutherford-Spindale High School, and admission is free. The documentary will then air on UNC-TV statewide on Tuesday, October 2nd at 9 p.m. and again on Thursday, October 4th at 9 p.m. Don't miss this interview about just one of the many fascinating historical stories in Rutherford County, NC.

GoldFever.UNCTV.org      WWW.RCHSociety.com

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Morning Edition 10/1/12: 'IKE'S BLUFF: PRESIDENT EISENHOWER'S SECRET BATTLE TO SAVE THE WORLD'

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President Eisenhower was a war hero as well as a President. But how many of us can really remember hearing anything much about his two terms as President of the United States? Author Evan Thomas turns the lights on a President in the vein of John Wayne: Tough, but a man who worked mostly behind the scenes using surrogates to act on his behalf. It was all a part of his two-term struggle to never tell anyone what he was really thinking about pending wars, the use of the nuclear weapon, his compassion and understanding of how the world really works, and his long-term serious illnesses. Join me as I talk to Evans about this US President that could teach a thing or two to almost every president since - or before, for that matter.

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Morning Edition 10/3/12: RUTHERFORD HOUSING PARTNERSHIP AND UNITED WAY JOIN FOR 'WEEK OF CARING'

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October 20 through the 27th is the 11th annual Week of Caring, a partnership of United Way of Rutherford County, NC, and the Rutherford Housing Partnership. The event leads up to the National Make a Difference Day on October 27th. Nell Bovender, Executive Director of Rutherford Housing Partnership talks about the growth from just one day of volunteering by county residents, businesses and organizations to a full week of working to assist low-income homeowners, seniors and disabled residents with everything from yard work to building ramps, to winterizing, plumbing, and even roof repairs. Volunteers are needed as well as names of those in need of assistance. In addition, Bovender will talk about the 10th Anniversary Celebration and fund-raiser for the Rutherford Women Roofers to take place on October 13th at The Foundation Performing Arts Center at Isothermal Community College. Tune in to learn how you can help, volunteer, get the assistance you need or just be inspired.

Information is available by calling Rutherford Housing Partnership at 828-248-3431 or by e-mailing NBovender@yahoo.com.

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Morning Edition 10/15/12: THE MOM 100 COOKBOOK BY KATIE WORKMAN

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 I've only recently become a cookbook junkie. It came about because I decided it was time to start eating healthy food because I plan to live to be 150 years old.
 The MOM 100 Cookbook is actually for moms with young children who are picky eaters, to teach them to be more adventurous as they grow their palates along with their bodies.
 But I - and apparently many other cookbook readers - told Katie that it's a great cookbook for adults as well. I learned a long time ago that I like to cook when I can, but got most of my skills and recipes from TV Cooking Shows. Now I'm learning how much I've missed by not reading cookbooks from cover to cover.

WWW.Cookstr.com

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Morning Edition on Tuesday, Oct. 23: "ROCKIN' A HARD PLACE" BY JOHN JETER

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Written as a primer on the music business from the bottom of the pile, Jeter has documented his years as co-owner of the Handlebar in Greenville, SC, with a sense of humor and fascinating stories.

Jeter and his brother decided to enter the Concert Hall business with absolutely no experience, but a shared love of good music. From the tremendous learning curve required to learn the business to the ridiculous demands put into booking contracts, this book is a great read from the first page to the last.

www.hubcity.org                    www.johnjeter.com     

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Morning Edition 10/25: BOOK TAKES A UNIQUE APPROACH TO THE PROBLEM OF BULLYING

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National Anti-Bullying Month provides many opportunities to teach children how to deal with bullies, whether in school, on the playground, or even in their own neighborhood.
 However, from a martial arts expert and his wife comes a truly unique approach to the subject of bullying and how to deal with it.
  'Life Ki-do Parenting: Tools to Raise Happy, Confident Kids from the Inside Out', is a project of Jonathan and Lana Hewitt. It takes a 'back to basics' approach to helping parents bring up their children by giving them confidence, happiness and a consideration of others.

WWW.LifeKido.com

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Morning Edition 11/21: CAROLINA MOUNTAIN LAND CONSERVANCY'S NEW PROGRAM TO GET FOLKS OUTSIDE

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The North Carolina Mountains are beautiful, but they're not just pretty to look at; they are incredible for anyone who wants to get outside and enjoy them. The Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy is a land trust that works in WNC - mainly in Henderson, Rutherford, Transylvania, Polk and Buncombe counties. The Conservancy has just released a new version of its popular program to get people out the house and outside exploring the lands that are being conserved. The program is called the White House Squirrel Hiking Challenge 2.0. Peter Barr will explain the program, the challenge, and how you can get more than just good exercise.

 

 www.CarolinaMountain.org

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Interview on Morning Edition 11/29: UNLOCKING YOUR BRILLIANCE

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UNLOCKING YOUR BRILLIANCE, SMART STRATEGIES FOR WOMEN TO THRIVE IN SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATH  by KAREN D. PURCELL, P.E.
 
    Throughout this election season – whether you're talking state, local or federal – one of the biggest issues has been education. And when talking about education, Science, Technology, Engineering and Math or STEM, has been the main topic of conversation. Karen D. Purcell, a professional engineer, has written a book not only about the importance of these fields, but about how few women are entering these fields. Purcell has been extremely successful as an electrical engineer, and has written a book encouraging more girls to go into these fields and how to be successful as well.  Tune in for this timely interview.

Find more information here:
 
 www.UnlockingYourBrilliance.com                                  

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Morning Edition 12/3: IT'S A 'SANG THANG'

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It's a world event and it's taking place in Mills River, NC. The International American Ginseng Expo is happening December 7 and 8 and it promises to be a chance to learn about ginseng and other native Appalachian plants. It's also going to be an opportunity to learn about the rules and regulations regarding this valuable plant, and how to keep it safe from poachers.  Caroline Edwards says it will be a chance to have fun, discuss this very important subject, try some delicious meals made with natural ingredients and even hear from storyteller Doug Elliott and David Holt. Tune in to hear about the International American Ginseng Expo.

 

 

www.NCNaturalProducts.org.

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Morning Edition 12/5: SPARTANBURG SCIENCE MUSEUM MAKES STEM FUN

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SPARTANBURG SCIENCE MUSEUM TEACHES STEM USING ROBOTICS
 
   Science, technology, engineering and math, all subjects that still invoke fear and lack of interest in too many of our students. But, Megan Rudolph with the Spartanburg Science Museum at the Chapman Cultural Center has found out about a way that works for children of all ages; and when they're really, really young, they don't even know they're learning it.
   This weekend the Spartanburg Science Museum presents its First Lego League Spartanburg Qualifier Competition, and it will be a blast for anyone - of any age - who wants to attend and see what's happening.
   The First Lego League isn't new; it's just new to Spartanburg, and the purpose of this ingenious idea is to teach STEM courses beginning at a very young age and going all the way up to high school and beyond. And, since businesses and even senior citizens are beginning to get involved in technology, and the world is getting ahead of us in training workers in these fields, FLL is a program to watch.
   Join me as Megan Rudolph shares what to expect for those who want to attend on Saturday.
 
 www.FirstLegoLeague.org                           www.SpartanburgScienceMuseum.org.
 

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Morning Edition 12/10: THE 7TH ANNUAL HOMECOMING JOB FAIR

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Everybody wants and needs a job, there's no question about that. But it might surprise you to find out that there are many businesses out there that also need workers. For WNCW, I'm Pam Bunch.
 The Economic Development Coalition is going to do its best to get the employers and the employees together at the 7th Annual Homecoming Job Fair.  The event is going to be held on January 3rd, 2013. 
   This year Tim Lampkin is coordinating the job fair (not an easy task), and says last year there were over 85 employers and over 3,000 people looking to be hired.
    Folks come in from all over Western North Carolina to meet with and sell themselves as a good employer or employee.
    Job seekers don't have to register in advance, but businesses do - by December 21st.
   It all takes place at Biltmore Square. So freshen up your resume, look your best and brightest, and come prepared to give your all.
   The 7th Annual Homecoming Fair on January 3, 2013 from 10 am to 3 pm at Biltmore Square.
 
www.HomecomingJobFair..com                                www.AshevilleChamber.org.
 

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