Best Catawba Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 110-Four 1992 Deaths in Burke and Catawba Counties 20:55

14d ago20:55

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In 1992, a 13-year-old from Hickory, North Carolina went missing from her home and was discovered murdered a few weeks later. Around the same time, three older women known to have high-risk lifestyles went missing and were found deceased. While two men were eventually arrested in those three deaths, no one was ever charged in the death of Isis Deni…

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The Shore Line presents: Fishing for Crappie and a public fishing expo in Sandusky, Ohio 20:49

6h ago20:49

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S1, E37 In this episode we head to our beautiful Lake Erie for some fishing action. The Midwest Crappie Alliance is bringing their 3rd annual tournament and fishing expo to Sandusky October 24-26th and we couldn’t be more excited. Joining us on the podcast are Daniel Elko and Bill Phillip, Midwest Crappie Alliance Executive Director and Tournament …

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Ep. 113-The Murder of Michael Hunter in Raleigh and the Ruth Buchanan Cold Case Solved 23:06

27m ago23:06

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In 1992, 23-year-old Michael Hunter was found deceased in his northwest Raleigh apartment. When police take a closer look, they realize a lethal injection of Lidocaine caused his death, and his roommate, medical student Joseph Mannino, admits to injecting him with antihistamines to ease migraine symptoms. But the investigation reveals a motive for …

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Terry M. Brown Jr., North Carolina House Representative for the 92nd District 29:48

1h ago29:48

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Since initiating our REBIC podcast, we have had many esteemed interviewees give us a true glimpse into their personal beliefs and self-governing principles. We now include our guest Terry M. Brown Jr., North Carolina House Representative for the 92nd District, into that club of transparency. Why? Terry likes to call himself an honest broker meaning…

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The Shore Line presents: Fall Festival Time and a New Nature Center 21:57

4h ago21:57

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S1, E36 Fully embracing the Autumn season, in this episode Jill and Dayton talk to two guests from Erie MetroParks about the parks system, their new nature center, and the upcoming Osborn Fall Fest. Erie MetroParks operates and maintains 14 parks or preserves in Erie County, Ohio and offers a variety of free public programming. Joining first is Exe…

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Ep. 112-Nathaniel and Irene Witherspoon, Leslie and William Cargile, John Barnett, and Mica Miller 32:29

6d ago32:29

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As part of Suicide Prevention Month, Renee discusses four deaths attributed to suicide. One involved an elderly man who may have had a psychotic break, a successful doctor and her husband who died of a double suicide, a whistleblower who died unexpectedly from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, and one death that may have been the result of mental hea…

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The Shore Line presents: Fall Festival and Apple-picking Time in Berlin Heights, Ohio 33:31

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S1, E35 Burnham Orchards in Berlin Heights is one of Ohio’s oldest family-owned businesses, celebrating 210 years of growing and selling fruit in the Shores & Islands Ohio region. Home not just to orchards, but also a farm market, deli, bakery, and craft cider tasting room, the fall season is when they really shine with their annual Fall Festival w…

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Ep. 111-The Murder of Jeni Gray and the Abduction of Leigh Cooper in Boone 25:48

20d ago25:48

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Twenty-seven-year-old Jeni Gray heads out for an early-morning walk in Boone, N.C. and disappears on September 24, 1989. Law enforcement is still continuing their search for the young woman when a runner named Leigh Cooper from Appalachian State University is abducted and sexually assaulted. What her assailant tells her during the attack might fina…

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The Shore Line presents: New boutique hotel in Sandusky and a Lake Erie paddling adventure 27:01

16d ago27:01

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S1, E34 Local entrepreneurs Lisa and Justin Brady recently opened the Explorer Rest & Recreation, a year-round boutique lodge with several different room types. Transforming an older property into a real gem, Explorer not only offers pet-friendly and family-friendly accommodations, but an inviting atmosphere with outdoor lounging areas, fire pits, …

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The Shore Line presents: Farm-to-fermenter brewing with Twin Oast Brewery 37:32

1M ago37:32

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S1, E33 Catawba Island peninsula has a rich history of fruit orchards, known for growing peaches, apricots, and apples. When Quinton Smith “retired” he went back to his roots on the farm, buying an overgrown orchard. His son Cory, a hobby home brewer, was looking for a place to showcase his passion for beer. Utilizing fresh from the orchard produce…

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Ep. 109-Jim And Tammy Faye Bakker and the PTL Scandal 36:35

21d ago36:35

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In the 1980s, televangelist Jim Bakker had grown an impressive broadcasting empire along with his wife, Tammy Faye. Their organization, PTL, built a Christian-theme park on the border between North and South Carolina and the two lived a lavish lifestyle. But behind the scenes, the Bakkers were struggling with marital issues, hoping that material po…

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The Shore Line presents: Air adventures and historical aircraft at Liberty Aviation Museum 21:29

1M ago21:29

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In this episode, we take off for a high-flying adventure with Port Clinton’s Liberty Aviation Museum. One of the region’s most loved year-round attractions, this museum is home to historical, operational aircraft and vehicles, as well as several unique collections. Joining us on the podcast today is the museum’s communications and marketing coordin…

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Rob Nanfelt - Executive Director of REBIC, and Anne Marie DeCatsye - CEO of Canopy REALTOR Association 34:11

1M ago34:11

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Rob Nanfelt, Executive Director of REBIC in Charlotte, NC, is our usual host for Getting Real With Rob. But today, he finds himself in the guest chair and interviewed by AnneMarie DeCatsye, CEO of Canopy REALTOR Association. In this episode he discusses all things UDO, (and becomes the victim of the Lightning Round questions himself!). His response…

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The Shore Line presents: Treetops tours and ziplining in the Vermilion River Valley 20:57

1M ago20:57

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On today’s episode, we’re reaching for the sky and zipping through the trees like Tarzan. Common Ground Canopy Tours in Oberlin, Ohio provides experience-based programming to foster life-long exploration, learning, and growth of youth and adults. Jill and Dayton chatted with Jen Libertowski, Marketing Manager at Common Ground. Jen shares the ziplin…

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Ep. 108-The Capture of Eric Rudolph, Part Two 25:21

1M ago25:21

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Eric Rudolph spent five years on the run before being captured early one morning while searching for food in Murphy, N.C. Investigators spent the next few years learning more about what turned him into a bomber as he led them to hundreds of pounds of dynamite he'd stashed in the mountains of North Carolina. As he prepared to go to trial in 2005 for…

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The Shore Line presents: An island wine and art experience 21:59

1M ago21:59

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Join us as we head back out on an island-hopping adventure! Today we are back on Kelleys Island and talking all things wine with Abbey Rosado, general manager of the Kelley’s Island Wine Co. and owner of the Monarch Winery. These two island businesses are must-visits, and each have their own distinct vibe. Kelley’s Island Wine Co. is a multi-genera…

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Ep. 107-Eric Rudolph, The Escape, Part One 27:01

2M ago27:01

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The secluded mountains of North Carolina turned into an excellent place to hide for a man named Eric Rudolph, who was charged with a series of bombings in 1996 and 1997, including one that injured hundreds of people in Centennial Park at the Atlanta, Ga. Summer Olympics. Who was the elusive "mountain man" and how did he evade capture for five years…

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The Shore Line presents: Nature and Wildlife at Put-in-Bay 17:16

2M ago17:16

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Take a walk on the wild side with a visit to the Lake Erie Islands Nature & Wildlife Center. Joining us on the podcast today is Renée Fultz, Director of this Put-in-Bay attraction. Learn all about this hidden island gem and what visitors can experience here, including both live and taxidermy creatures! Enjoy interactive exhibits, an updated childre…

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Ep. 106-The Little Rascals Day Care Case 29:41

2M ago29:41

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In 1989, the town of Edenton, North Carolina was rocked when children at the Little Rascals Day Care Center began accusing the owners, Bob and Betsy Kelly, of molesting them. Over time, seven people would be arrested on hundreds of charges that occurred over a three-year-period. What really happened in Edenton, and in two similar landmark cases in …

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The Shore Line presents: Music, Flowers, and Sunsets in Vermilion, Ohio 23:46

2M ago23:46

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S1, E28 Welcome to the beautiful Lake Erie coastal town of Vermilion, Ohio! In today’s episode, Jill and Dayton interview Sandra Coe, Executive Director of the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce and community leader. Sandy tells us how living in Vermilion is like being on vacation every day – endless opportunities and so many things to do. The downtown …

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Ep. 105-Missing And Murdered in The High Country 24:35

2M ago24:35

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The national parks in North Carolina attract numerous visitors each year, but they can also be treacherous if you aren't well prepared for your trip. We discuss the case of Frances Apperson, a 67-year-old who went missing after heading out for a solo hike at Linville Falls, 48-year-old Michael Hartley, who went missing in Spruce Pine on a foraging …

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Bart Landess, Executive Director of the Catawba Land Conservancy & The Carolina Thread Trail 28:39

2M ago28:39

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It wasn’t long into our interview before the conversation got really interesting: “I’ve lived in places that weren’t growing. You don’t want that. It’s sad, actually…” stated our guest Bart Landess, The Executive Director of the Catawba Lands Conservancy and The Carolina Thread Trail. You wouldn’t think our greatest supporter would be a conservatio…

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The Shore Line presents: A week for Shores & Islands Young Professionals 14:38

2M ago14:38

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S1, E27 Are you under the age of 45 and looking for a way to connect with others in the community? In this episode we learn about the local group, North Coast Young Professionals (NCYP). NCYP is a community of emerging leaders who are making a positive impact in the Ohio Shores & Islands Region. By joining, you will make friends, make a difference,…

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The Shore Line presents: Boardwalk Nights and other live entertainment at Cedar Point 42:32

3M ago42:32

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S1, E26 Welcome back to our first repeat guest, the incomparable Tony Clark, Director of Communications for Cedar Point Amusement Park! Joining Tony to talk all things entertainment is Cedar Point’s Director of Live Entertainment, Lisa Jones. Lisa gives us the inside scoop on this summer’s core live shows, including a nineties musical tribute, coun…

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Ep. 104 -Case Updates and the Enrique Roman-Martinez Cold Case from North Carolina 22:44

2M ago22:44

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This episode provides case updates on Blake and London Deven from Fayetteville, Madalina Cojocari from Cornelius, and the official cause of death from a child at Trails Carolina this past spring. We also share the story of Enrique Roman-Martinez from Fort Bragg, who went missing during a camping trip with fellow soldiers from the Army in May 2020.S…

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The Shore Line presents: Step Back in Time at Historic Lakeside Chautauqua 22:08

3M ago22:08

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S1, E25 Slow down the pace and reconnect with friends and family with a visit to Lakeside Chautauqua, located on the Marblehead Peninsula in Shores & Islands Ohio. Today, Jill and Dayton chat about the heart of the summer season and the amazing events happening all around the region. Then, Gretchen Colón, Vice President of Advancement & Marketing f…

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Ep. 103-The Mysterious Life and Death of Doris Duke 29:32

3M ago29:32

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Doris Duke was barely a teenager when her father, James Buchanan Duke, died and left her the bulk of the fortune he created through the American Tobacco Company and Duke Power. She was no ordinary socialite, though. Doris helped quadruple the family fortune, but her life was not without its challenges. Did she intentionally kill her interior design…

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Mooresville Mayor Chris Carney 32:11

3M ago32:11

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Let’s hit this topic head on: The crux of the no-growth argument contends that by stopping growth, current residents can keep things stable and unchanged. Although avoiding change is impossible and unhealthy, they ignore this decision’s devastating results proven out repeatedly across the country such as skyrocketing taxes, shrinking access to hous…

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The Shore Line presents: IRONMAN 70.3 comes to Ohio’s north coast 28:53

3M ago28:53

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S1, E24 We’re just a little under a month away from the IRONMAN 70.3 Ohio race, in it’s third year in Sandusky. Joining Jill and Dayton on this episode are Ben Simon, Shores & Islands Ohio Director of Marketing and Sales and IRONMAN-athlete-in-training. Ben tells us about the “Shores & Islands Idols” relay team which he is anchoring with his swim a…

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Ep. 102-Pamela Hoy, Jennifer Patterson, Cecil Chacon, Jr., KC Johnson, and Operation Artemis 28:17

3M ago28:17

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In July of 1990, 41-year-old Pamela Hoy had dinner with her estranged husband in Burlington, N.C. and packed her van in preparation for an upcoming dog show. She disappeared that night, and while her remains were found months later, the case has never been solved. Seven-year-old Jennifer Patterson went missing after going to visit some neighborhood…

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The Shore Line - SolSTAY Lodging- Sandusky, Ohio 16:02

3M ago16:02

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S1, E23 Ever thought of floating the night away on Lake Erie? If your idea of camping involves air conditioning and a comfy mattress, then glamping with SolSTAY Lodging in Sandusky is for you! Today Dayton and Jill chat with local entrepreneur Joe Lisa, proprietor of SolSTAY, about this super-unique getaway concept which includes not only cottages,…

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Ep. 101-Madalina Cojocari, Crystal Morrison, Marty Teague, Lisa Thompson and Russell Anthony 21:38

3M ago21:38

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An update on the Madalina Cojocari missing persons case from Cornelius, North Carolina. We also take a look at Crystal Morrison, who went missing from Concord in 2012, Marty Teague's disappearance from Statesville in 2018, and the 1983 South Carolina cold case of Lisa Thompson and Russell Anthony.Show Sponsors:Renee's Digital Course on Podcasting:h…

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The Shore Line presents: Ohio’s Island Wine Festival and a historic island winery. 21:33

3M ago21:33

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S1, E22 We’re talking wine again and this time we talk to the winemaker and fifth-generation owner of Ohio’s oldest family-owned-and-operated winery, Heineman’s Winery at Put-in-Bay! We are also joined by the Executive Director of the Ohio Wine Producers Association to learn why this region is so special for wine production and talk about Ohio Wine…

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Ep. 100-Conversations With Podcast Guests from Missing in the Carolinas 46:59

4M ago46:59

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A true crime podcast is nothing without its guests. For our 100th episode, Renee takes a look back at some of the conversations she's had with true crime authors, advocates, and historians over the past four years.Show Sponsor:WOW! Women on WritingRenee's Digital Course on Podcasting:https://www.wow-womenonwriting.com/classroom/ReneeRoberson_Podcas…

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The Shore Line presents: Influencer Impressions of Shores & Islands Ohio 37:23

4M ago37:23

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S1, E21 Join us as we host more than 40 media guests at our second annual Shores & Islands Ohio Media Marketplace! Each year during National Travel & Tourism Week, we host a marketplace where the exhibitors are area attractions, destinations, and businesses who are showcasing their venues to travel writers and online content creators in hopes of se…

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Replay-Missing College Students in the Carolinas 21:36

4M ago21:36

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College is a time for young people to explore their individuality and take on new responsibility. This episode examines the still-unsolved missing persons cases of Jason Wood, Virginia "Ginni" Wood, and Martin Roberts. Missing in the Carolinas will return with a new episode next week.By Missing in the Carolinas

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The Shore Line presents: Art & Sculpture on Kelleys Island 17:10

4M ago17:10

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S1, E20 Back to the islands this week, but this time we adventure to Kelleys Island – Ohio’s largest island and we get a little cultured. Did you know there is an amazing artist who has a gallery and sculpture garden right on the island? The perfect place for a quiet walk, some introspection, and art appreciation. Jill and Dayton interview Carmen S…

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Ep. 99-What Causes a Person to Go Missing? 28:24

4M ago28:24

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Renee takes a look at some of the factors that cause a person to go missing with specific examples from past episodes. Plus, she shares the case of Samantha Josephson, who disappeared outside a bar in South Carolina after getting into a car she thought was her Uber.Link to study about prevalence of violence in missing and unidentified persons cases…

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The Shore Line presents: An African Safari and a Dinosaur Takeover in Ohio 33:17

4M ago33:17

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S1, E19 Did you know you could go on an African Safari right here in Ohio? Happy #NationalTraveland TourismWeek from Shores & Islands Ohio - Jill and Dayton first chat a bit about the events and themed-days planned in commemoration of this industry-wide celebration. Then, we talk to Kelsey Keller, the Director of Port Clinton’s African Safari Wildl…

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Ep. 98-Carolina Crimes From the 1950s and 60s 28:02

4M ago28:02

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It's always suspicious when a newlywed who turns up murdered or deceased in an accident has a spouse who stands to collect a large life insurance policy. This was the case of Lucille Rinaldi, who was murdered in 1963, and Brenda Anderson, who drowned mysteriously in 1965. We also take a look at one of Chapel Hill's oldest cold cases, the murder of …

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The Shore Line presents: Islands in Ohio? Talking about visiting Put-in-Bay on South Bass Island 23:45

5M ago23:45

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S1, E18 After all, it is right in our name. Some of the best communities we get to promote are in the middle of beautiful Lake Erie and you have to take a boat or a plane to get there! As the weather has begun warming up in northern Ohio, it’s officially Island Season! What does that mean? It means it’s time to visit Put-in-Bay for a day (or longer…

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Ep. 97-Chapel Hill/Carrboro Crimes From The 1980s 34:34

5M ago34:34

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In 1984, 7-year-old Carrie Wilkerson was brutally murdered in her stepmother's home in the early morning hours. A year later, Jean Fewel was abducted and murdered as she was walking to school. Were the two crimes connected? With the community still processing these murders, three students from UNC, Perry Zimmerman, Sharon Stewart, and Freshteh Golk…

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The Shore Line presents: Tourism Development and Funding through Grants with Shores & Islands Ohio 24:48

5M ago24:48

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S1, E17 Tourism development is robust in Shores & Islands Ohio! Each year, a number of Destination Development Grants help support projects big and small throughout the region. Shores & Islands Ohio Destination Development & Experience Director, Amanda Smith Rasnick, joins Jill and Dayton on the podcast to talk about the grant program for businesse…

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Ep. 96-Where are Andy Sigmon and Blake and London Deven? 21:24

5M ago21:24

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Twenty-three-year-old Andy Sigmon was last seen on April 5, 2016 near a historical landmark almost an hour away from his home. What compelled him to go to that location, and what happened after he disappeared into the woods after talking to several different people? Blake and London Deven, two adopted children from Fayetteville, N.C. (now ages 17 a…

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The Shore Line presents: Talking Tourism with Shores & Islands Ohio President Larry Fletcher 21:23

5M ago21:23

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S1 E16 Coming off the 2024 Shores & Islands Ohio annual meeting, organization President Larry Fletcher joins the podcast to talk about all of the amazing accomplishments for the tourism industry and the region in 2023, as well as some highlights from this event. We learn how a dream of being on the radio and playing rock-and-roll translates into a …

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Ep. 95-Who Murdered Suellen Evans At UNC? 24:55

5M ago24:55

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On the afternoon of July 30, 1965, 21-year-old Suellen Evans was taking a summer session at the University of North Carolina when she was attacked and murdered in the Coker Arboretum. While police quickly utilized bloodhounds and organized group searches to help find the murder weapon, their efforts failed confirm a solid suspect or turn up any oth…

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The Shore Line presents: Fishing on Lake Erie with ODNR Division of Wildlife 26:40

5M ago26:40

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S1, E15 This is no fish tale…today we’re talking about great catches available this season on Lake Erie and why the Shores & Islands Ohio region is the best place to enjoy this fun activity. We are the “Walleye Capital of the World,” after all! First, hosts Jill and Dayton chat about getting ready for the spring and summer seasons and previous fish…

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Ep. 94-Who Murdered Virginia Olson At UNC-Asheville? 30:44

5M ago30:44

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On April 15, 1973, Virginia "Ginger" Olson left her dorm room on the campus of UNC-Asheville for an afternoon of studying at the nearby botanical gardens. A few hours later, two teenagers walking through the woods came across a horrifying crime scene. Who murdered the 19-year-old in broad daylight on that spring morning? We discuss this open and ac…

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The Shore Line presents: Birding in Northwest Ohio with Kim and Kenn Kaufman 35:35

5M ago35:35

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S1 E14 Tweet, tweet…a little birdie told us we’re getting ready for a major birding festival! The Biggest Week in American Birding flies into the Shores & Islands Ohio region May 3-12, 2024 and festival co-founder Kimberly Kaufman of the Black Swamp Bird Observatory joins us to talk all about it. Also joining the conversation is her husband, renown…

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Ep. 93-Who Murdered Sharon Jones at Elizabeth City State University? 26:26

6M ago26:26

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Forty years ago, Sharon Beatrice Jones was murdered on the campus of Elizabeth City State University in North Carolina over spring break. Despite the police interviewing numerous suspects and administering polygraph tests, the case almost immediately went cold, and what's more perplexing is the small digital footprint involving details of the crime…

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