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NASCAR driver accused of stealing competitor's vehicles turns himself in

Mike Harmon

MOORESVILLE, NC (WBTV)- A NASCAR driver turned himself in to authorities after arrest warrants were issued for him and a business partner. Investigators say they stole at least seven vehicles from a competitor.

According to the Rowan County Sheriff's Office, warrants were issued for driver Mike Harmon and business partner David Novak Monday afternoon.

Each man is wanted on breaking and entering and larceny after breaking and entering.

Harmon turned himself in to Cleveland County authorities Monday around 5 p.m. He then posted a $10,000 bond, for both charges combined.

WBTV was there as deputies recovered two cars and five trucks from Harmon's two garages in late May. Deputies say Harmon stole the cars from racer Jennifer Jo Cobb at the end of last year.
 
The vehicles were seized from Harmon's shop in Mooresville, and from a storage facility in Catawba County, officials told WBTV.

Looking for love? Online romance scams target women

Looking for love? Online romance scams target women

Looking for love online? A "buyer beware" warning for you. FBI statistics show that women ages 50 and older are the biggest victims of online romance scams.

Internet Crime Complaint Center says the victims are usually sucked in by a fake profile on dating site and talked into handing over thousands of dollars in cash and gifts.

Last week, Scott Campbell, the so-called "playboy con man," was arrested in Florida.

According to the Department of Financial Regulation, Campbell sold fictitious investments to dozens of women.

Authorities say he met most of those women online, under the guise of a romantic relationship.

After meeting women on sites like Match.com, they say Campbell would convince his victims to fork over money for his musical talent search business.

"What they create is not only a fake profile but a fake business that looks legitimate but it really isn't," said author and relationship expert Charles A. Johnson.

Rowan Helping Ministries looking for Christmas card designs

Rowan Helping Ministries looking for Christmas card designs

SALISBURY - It’s only June, but it is time for us to begin our search for the 2013 Christmas Honor Card Artist.  

The first, and most important, step is selecting the art that will adorn the front of the Christmas Honor Card, and we are now requesting artist’s submissions.  The artist with the chosen entry will have an unveiling reception in their honor.

Please share with those you deem may have an interest in participating!

The Christmas Honor Card, a holiday tradition for two decades, is a wonderful way to recognize a friend, co-worker or family member by making a minimum donation of $5 in their honor to Rowan Helping Ministries.

Computer classes start Monday at Rowan Public Library with Blogging for Beginners

Computer classes start Monday at Rowan Public Library with Blogging for Beginners

SALISBURY - Rowan Public Library offers free, monthly computer classes on beginning to advanced topics.  Classes are hands-on and are free and open to the public.  All classes are approximately 90 minutes long. 

This month’s class will be Blogging for Beginners and will cover basics on how to set up a web blog (type of website) where you can post photos, share recipes, and keep notes of your favorite travels this summer.  This class will be offered at all three branches of the Rowan Public Library:

South Rowan Regional (China Grove): Monday, June 17, 2013, 7:00 pm

East Branch (Rockwell): Tuesday, June 18, 2013, 1:00 pm

Headquarters (Salisbury): Thursday, June 20, 2013, 9:30 am

Registration is required for the class offered at the East Branch.  For more information or to register, please call 704-216-8229.

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Back to school already? Yes, sort of...

Back to school already?  Yes, sort of...

SALISBURY - Fall registration at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is now underway and ongoing through August 14, 2013.

Enrolling at Rowan-Cabarrus has never been easier; students may apply online at http://www.rccc.edu/admissions/. Registration is online, however, the college provides weekly on-campus support sessions to assist with the enrollment process (http://bit.ly/WebAdvisorSupport).

RCCC rolls out Camp Creativity

RCCC rolls out Camp Creativity

SALISBURY - Summertime is a great time for fun, sun and learning, too! In recent years, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College has expanded its summer camp offerings for youth to include game development, healthcare and graphic design. This year, the college is proud to expand its annual Literary & Fine Arts Festival focus with Camp Creativity.

Camp Creativity serves as an alternative to the traditional summer sports programs available in the summer months. The one-week camp helps students gain self-confidence, learn hands-on skills and apply their creativity. Camp Creativity is geared at participants between the ages of 8 and 14.

The college’s English and fine arts faculty have teamed up to organize and facilitate this multi-disciplinary summer arts camp that blends together creative writing, drama, spoken word, music and art.

“We are so excited about Camp Creativity!

NC Baptist Men Disaster Relief helping storm victims in Stanly County

NC Baptist Men Disaster Relief helping storm victims in Stanly County

ALBEMARLE - The strong storms that passed through the area on Thursday afternoon left a lot of damage behind for residents.  Stanly County was one of the hardest hit local counties.

The North Carolina Baptist Men and Women Disaster Relief has sent volunteers to help residents in Stanly County who were impacted by the storms. The team is organizing now and on Saturday volunteers will use chainsaws to cut and clear trees that fell as a result of the storm.

The volunteers are headquartered at Anderson Grove Baptist Church in Albemarle.

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