0197 - The CCC is pleased to report that one of the highest rated and strongest players in North Carolina, FM Andrey Chumachenko (2463) will compete in the Carolinas Challenge on Nov 10-12. The advertisment for this tournament is published in the current issue of the Chess Life magazine. So far, the response has been good from both states. If you intend to compete in this event, now is the time to call friends, form a team and E-mail me at lelandfue@yahoo.com in order to be included on the "Intend to Compete" list. See ya there! LF