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Freightliner to lay off 675 at Mount Holly plant
By Joe DePriest | E-mail | August 29, 2008
Freightliner announced today it will lay off about 675 workers at the Mount Holly Truck Manufacturing effective Oct. 31
Poll: Charlotte area is concerned about safety of banks
By Christina Rexrode | E-mail | August 29, 2008

Local residents are worried about the state of the banking industry, though they hold out hope for the broader Charlotte economy.

Analyst: Wachovia insurance could be sold
'Top Chef' tour makes a stop in Charlotte
By Kathleen Purvis | E-mail | August 29, 2008

A little piece of the Bravo TV show “Top Chef” will come to Charlotte Sept. 13 when the show's nationwide tour makes a stop at the Charlotte Tailgate Farmers Market in Southend.

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McCain picks Palin

John McCain tapped little-known Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin to be his vice presidential running mate.

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United Way CEO: Let's get past this

United Way's new interim CEO prepares to launch its annual fundraising drive next week.

Observer publisher resigns board seat
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Pole performance sets the stage

California native Jimmie Johnson is poised for a repeat performance after easily winning the pole for Sunday's race at Auto Club Speedway.

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S.C.'s Sanford gets convention gig

South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford has landed a speaking role at theRepublican National Convention....

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Gustav threatens Caymans

Forecasters say there's a better-than-even chance that New Orleans will get slammed by tropical storm-force winds.

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Panthers trade for Miami QB

The Carolina Panthers have traded with the Miami Dolphins to obtain veteran quarterback Josh McCown.

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Hip-hop republican likes McCain's VP

Lenny McAllister talks about McCain's VP pick and Obama's historic moment.

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Guts, beauty walk a fine line

Documentary is tinged with wonder.

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The Daily Edit 08.29.08

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The Daily Edit 08.29.08

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