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Nash County Planning and Inspections issued the following building permits from September 28 through October 2.

INCIDENTS
A larceny after a breaking and entering and breaking and entering a motor vehicle was reported on 9/28/15 at 2291 Barnes Court
A larceny (shoplifting) was reported on 9/28/15 at Wal-Mart, 1205 Eastern Avenue
A breaking and entering a residential and larceny after a breaking and entering was reported on 9/28/15 at 703 Golfers Lane

A larceny of a motor vehicle and damage to personal property was reported on 9/28/15 at 833 Aventon Gin Road
A misdemeanor larceny was reported on 9/28/15 at 6934 Taylors Gin Road
A breaking and entering and larceny after a breaking and entering was reported on 9/28/15 at 18527 NC 43
A larceny was reported on 9/28/15 at 7379 N Halifax Road

Nash County Commissioners ended their relationship with Eastpointe last week, voting instead to establish a relationship with Cardinal Innovations Healthcare for the management of Medicaid, state and county-funded specialty health benefits for Nash County residents.
The decision was made last Wednesday afternoon, following a closed session meeting last Monday and another just prior to the announcement.
North Carolina counties are responsible for overseeing the delivery of services for individuals with mental health needs, intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as substance use disorders.

Atlantic Coast Pipeline, LLC has formally applied to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for permission to build a 564-mile interstate natural gas transmission pipeline.
The FERC will not have to certify the public benefit and necessity of the project. The FERC, along with a number of participating agencies, will examine a broad number of issues, including public safety, air quality, water resources, geology, soils, wildlife and vegetation, threatened and endangered species, land and visual resources, cultural and historic resources, noise, cumulative impacts and reasonable alternatives.

A tobacco referendum set for November 19 is important to Nash County tobacco growers, according to Charlie Tyson, Nash County Cooperative Extension Director.
North Carolina tobacco growers will vote November 19 on whether to continue the self-assessment of 10 cents per 100 pounds of flue-cured and burley tobacco sold for support of tobacco research and education.

Carson Perryman, 4, participated in the Pumpkin's Creation Contest, which was moved to Saturday because of the rain.

QUEENS -- Pumpkin Queen Victoria Moss and Little Miss Pumpkin Queen Madison Lee (L-R) were a part of Saturday's festivities, helping announce winners for the Pumpkin Creations contest.

Are you a BACKYARD BREEDER? You are a backyard breeder if your dog had a litter for fun, profit or by 'accident'.
Of all the millions of dogs in the USA, about two-thirds come from backyard breeders. They are the single greatest cause of the pet overpopulation crisis in this country. Because of backyard breeders over 8 million healthy, adoptable pets are killed every year, due to too many pets, not enough homes. The number one biggest contributor to the problem is the "backyard breeder" not the puppy mills.

If we want to really start looking and acting like Jesus, we need a recipe. We need a recipe for our destiny. A destiny that is nothing short of new heavens, new earth, tears gone, pain impossible, and joy forever.
John Wesley, the spiritual heavyweight who was instrumental in the founding of the tribe within Christianity called the Methodists, was all about this type of living called holy love. He insisted that Jesus not only came to usher in His kingdom, but his kingdom's characteristics...right here on earth.

The fall meeting of the North Roanoke Baptist Association was held at Red Oak Baptist Church in Burnette Hall in the family life center on Thursday, October 1. The evening began with more than 100 guests enjoying dinner catered by Abram's Barbecue. The Red Oak Baptist Church Praise Team performed several songs prior to the meeting. Moderator, Rev. Howard Guidry of Bear Swamp and Turkey Branch churches, then called the meeting to order.

I am sorry, but due to the rain, and most of our folks staying inside, or should I really say "me" staying inside, our community news will be short and sweet. I know a lot of happenings in the community, but I forgot to ask these people at church on Sunday for permission to write about them and it's too late and I am too tired to call them now. LOL! I am getting slack in my old age. I promise to do better next week.

On a windy and drizzly Sunday morning, Peachtree folks gathered for worship at the church. Pastor Whitehouse welcomed those present. Sanctuary flowers were given by Ann Browder in memory of her husband, Bobby Browder. The Adult Choir sang "Holy Spirit Medley."
The scripture reading was from James 2:8-13 and was read by Robert Sykes. Pastor Whitehouse's sermon was titled "Submission to the Lord and his Word."

Everyone who reads the Beulah News is invited to attend our annual homecoming this Sunday, October 11th at Beulah Church of Christ. Bring family and friends with you. Sunday School begins at 9:45. The church homecoming service begins at 10:45. The speaker this year will be Don Hatsfield from Rockville, Indiana. Following the service everyone will shave a delicious meal across the road at the fellowship hall. All who attend may bring a dish to add to the meal if they wish.

Brad Summerlin (center), with the Rocky Mount Police Department, was the guest speaker for the Daughters of the American Revolution September meeting. He spoke on "The Role of Police in the Community." Pictured with Mr. Summerlin are Frances Powell (at right), Regent and Martha Gallop, (at left) Registrar of the Micajah Pittway Chapter of the DAR.

Southern Nash High School PTO and PBIS Students and Employees of the Month are (L-R): Teacher/Band Director Matthew Ray, Cesar Villeda Garza, Cynthia Rangel, Allen Gibbs, Donal Darrell Davis, Nicholas Freeman, Stephanie Villalobos, English Teacher/Cheerleading Coach Ashley Bass. Cornerstone Funeral Home and Cremations of Nashville sponsored a celebratory lunch for the award recipients.

Saturday, October 10 from 11:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Gardner's Barbequ, 1331 N Wesleyan Boulevard, Rocky Mount
Monday, October 12 from 3 until 7 p.m. at First Baptist, 200 South Church Street, Rocky Mount
Tuesday, October 13 from 2:30 until 7 p.m. at Englewood Baptist Church, 1350 Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount
Wednesday, October 14 from 12 until 4 p.m. at Eaton Corporation, 8171 Planer Mill Road, Middlesex

STANHOPE -- Southern Nash High School's boys soccer team defeated Rocky Mount by a 2-0 margin last Wednesday at home in a Big East Conference boys soccer matchup.
SN broke a scoreless tie 24 minutes in when Jose Salgado crossed a ball to Cristian Salazar in front of the Gryphons' net.
Cody Vazquez gave Southern Nash some much-needed insurance in the second half on a goal off an assist by his brother, Justin.

STANHOPE -- One of the state's top prep football honors is a selection to the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas Football Game.
Nash County has seen its share of participants in the contest through the years -- and the latest will be Southern Nash's Tahj Deans.
A senior wide receiver/defensive back, Deans found out earlier this week that he has earned a spot in the matchup and will represent North Carolina against the South Carolina All-Stars.

WILSON -- The Wilson Tobs have announce their schedule for the 2016 summer season.
Celebrating its 20th season, the Coastal Plain League will feature 16 teams with the addition of an expansion franchise in Savannah, Georgia.
The Tobs will open up its season against the Fuquay-Varina Twins on May 29 at historic Fleming Stadium.
First pitch is slated for 6 p.m., and their will be a post-game fireworks show.

MONTGOMERY, ALA. -- Junior Malik Adams broke the North Carolina Wesleyan College single-game record for receiving yards and tied program-high marks for catches and touchdowns, but it was not enough to help his Bishops avoid a 45-40 loss at Huntingdon last Saturday.
The game was the USA South Conference football opener for both squads.
In the first quarter, an 18-yard scoring strike from senior quarterback Dustin Midgett to freshman Slade Dale got Wesleyan on the board and evened the score at 7-7.

NASHVILLE -- LBJ Chevrolet of Nashville is partnering with Nash County Parks and Recreation as part of the national Chevy Youth Soccer program to provide new equipment, a monetary contribution and an opportunity for community members to earn additional funds for the club via a Test Drive fundraiser.
LBJ presented Nash County Parks and Recreation with soccer kits filled with various items such as equipment bags, pop-up goals, corner flags, soccer balls and Chevy Youth Soccer T-shirts.

Nash Central Middle School student assistant Chance Puckett (left) watches the Trojans in action during last Thursday afternoon's home football game against the Phillips Bulldogs. Puckett is an eighth-grader at Nash Central.

Nash Central Middle School running back Jordan Lynch finds some running room during last Thursday afternoon's home football game against Phillips.

Phillips Middle School's Armond Ellis takes off for a long gain during last Thursday afternoon's Tri-County Conference football matchup at Nash Central.