Recent Articles

Southern Bank and Trust Company has committed a significant contribution to the Carolinas Gateway Partnership during the current five year Capital Campaign and Mike Bryant, Executive Vice President and Area Executive for the West Region of the Bank will join the Partnership's Executive Committee.
During a presentation held at the Carolinas Gateway Partnership offices in Rocky Mount, Bryant presented a check for $25,000 to Don Williams, newly elected chairman of the Carolinas Gateway Partnership as well as to Frank Harrison, Past Chairman of the Partnership.

My Sister's House recently received a $5,000 donation from Waste Industries. Pictured (L-R) is Crystal Slone, the Tri-East General Manager with My Sister's House Executive Director Cynthia Kornegay. "This type of funding is critical to the continued direct services we provide in our community," Kornegay said of the donation. "Waste Industries' commitment to the victims and their families is extraordinary."

Kristi Elizabeth Barnes and F. Keegan Ray were united in marriage on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at the North Carolina State University College of Textiles in the Centennial Textiles Complex Courtyard in Raleigh. The ceremony was officiated by the Rev. Louis Suprenant.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donnie Barnes, of Rocky Mount.
She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Barnes of Rocky Mount and Mrs. Imogene Tyson and the late Charles Tyson of Rocky Mount.

Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Luther Johnson of Rocky Mount announce the engagement of their daughter, Dana Stewart Johnson, of Holly Springs, to Brandon Yates Howell, also of Holly Springs. He is the son of Mrs. Mabel Howell and the late Mr. Bill Howell, of Rocky Mount. The wedding is planned for October 10, 2015 at the Imperial Center, Rocky Mount.

UNC Pembroke recently announced Chancellors and Honors lists for the Spring Semester 2015.
Students are eligible for the Chancellor's List if they achieve a minimum semester quality point average of 3.7 while passing at least 12 semester hours of course work; none of the 12 hours may be Pass/Fail.

Air Force Airman Christopher J. Meyers graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

The University of Maine recognized 2,163 students for achieving Dean's List honors in the spring 2015 semester. Of the students who made the Dean's List, 1,710 are from Maine, 377 are from 31 other states and 76 are from 22 countries other than the U.S.
Cynthia Williams, of Nashville, was among those named to the Dean's List.

Michael Atkins of Nashville graduated from West Virginia Wesleyan College with a bachelor of science degree in management and economics.
Founded in 1890, West Virginia Wesleyan is a private residential college located in Buckhannon.

NOT for BOARDING!!
Buddy was surrendered to the Nash County Animal Control Shelter because his owner was going to leave town for a few weeks and wasn't able to board him. In order words, he risked his dog dying or at the least, he put another dog in danger of dying due to space being needed. What a shame that this person didn't have any family, any friends that could help him out. There was space in boarding too! We know, because we had to board him to save a life.

Nashville's Fire Department performed its new "getAlarmed, Smoke Alarms" program for the Westwood Circle and Park Avenue Communities on June 27 and July 11. The program was made possible through a FEMA grant which has allowed the department to receive many smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms. The grant is an ongoing grant each year but the department has to complete at least 500 home safety inspections to receive the grant. Fire fighters will be in other neighborhoods over the next few months and is encouraging Nashville residents to let the fire department perform a home safety inspection in their home.

Nash Community College President Emeritus Dr. J. Reid Parrott, Jr. was honored with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award on Thursday, May 14, 2015 during a Kiwanis meeting at Benvenue Country Club in Rocky Mount. Phil Kirk, of the North Carolina Chamber of Commerce, recognized Parrott for his remarkable career and service to the State of North Carolina.
Dr. Parrott earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Social Studies in 1960 from East Carolina University and then began his educational career as a teacher in the Wayne County, Lenoir County and Kinston City School Systems.

Anyone who has heard the name Jason Brown knows the talent, prestige and fame of the former University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill football player and NFL superstar. On Thursday, September 17 at 7:00 PM, Brown will be the keynote speaker at the Peacemakers of Rocky Mount annual fundraiser at Word Tabernacle Church located at 821 Word Plaza in Rocky Mount. For more information, visit facebook.com/peacemakersrm or call 252-813-9813.
A native of Henderson, NC, Brown attended UNC-CH on an athletic scholarship, graduated in 2005 and was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens.

Momeyer Ruritan Club recently awarded scholarships to local students. Pictured, left to right, are recipients: Devon Carter, NC State University; Lauren Wells, Campell University; and Kendall Parker, East Carolina University. Presenting the scholarship (pictured far right) is Stuart Parker, chairman of the scholarship committee.

For the fourth consecutive year, the Rockin' Classic Auto & Motorcycle Expo is set to cruise into the City of Rocky Mount. On Saturday, July 25, 2015 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., it's your opportunity to check out restored period vehicles along with "tricked out" cars and motorcycles. Area residents and visitors can enjoy the congregation of impeccable cars and motorcycles in historic Downtown's Douglas Block.
Throughout the day, cars will be showcased.

BEULAH CHURCH GIVES TO MY SISTER'S HOUSE - Beulah Church of Christ recently held a yard sale to benefit My Sister's House. The yard sale brought in $500, which was presented to My Sister's House Executive Director Cynthia Kornegay. Pictured (L-R) is Kornegay, Mary Lee Bass, Team Leader of the Ministry Teams of Beulah Church of Christ, and Tonya Slocum, who serves on the Board of Directors for My Sister's House. Kornegay said the funds would be very helpful to the organization.

Everyone was welcomed to Sunday School on Sunday Morning by Elder Earl Cary. Mrs. Frances Hedgepeth played opening songs and we also sang happy anniversary to Steve and Julia Wheeler. Earl put money in the birthday bank also in celebration of his five year old grandson. Several announcements were given. Vacation Bible School will begin July 24th through the 26th. Friday the time will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Saturday it will be from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. There will be a closing program on Sunday, the 26th followed by a potluck luncheon after church to finish up the VBS program.

The campers and chaperones from Red Oak Baptist Church returned home safely following a great week at CentriKid in Lynchburg, VA. Participants included Nate James, Amy Cary, Spencer Cary, Ashton Sykes, and Caleb Camp.
Nate James, Associate Pastor, brought the morning message at Red Oak Baptist Church on Sunday, July 12. Special music was presented by Madison Davis, granddaughter of Charles and Brenda Davis.

On a beautiful summer morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship at the church. Sanctuary flowers were arranged and given by Beverly Wilson in memory of her father, John Beverley Privette. The Adult Choir sang "Lead me Lord", under the direction of the pastor.
Pastor Whitehouse's sermon was titled "Does God Satisfy You?" It was based on scripture found in Genesis 45. This scripture relates the story of God's intervention in Joseph's life. We must be willing to forgive others, and not dwell in the 'swamp of bitterness'.

Stan, Garrett and Logan Ricks along with grandma JoJo recently took Garrett to the Shriners Hospital for Children in Greenville, South Carolina for reevaluation. You never stop praying; hoping or searching for help and answers when you have a special needs child. It's not an option, you just do until you can't do anymore, then you rest up, get up and do some more. Folks, I cannot praise the Shriners and the Shriners Hospitals enough. They are an awesome organization!!

Tuesday, July 21 from 12:30 until 5 p.m. at the Whitakers Volunteer Fire Department, Whitakers
Wednesday, July 22 from 9:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. at Honeywell Corporation, 3475 Wesleyan Boulevard, Rocky Mount
Thursday, July 23 from 2:30 until 5:30 p.m. at Draka Elevator Products, 2151 N Church Street, Rocky Mount
Monday, July 27 from 3 until 7 p.m. at Momeyer Baptist Church, 4967 Momeyer Way, Nashville

NASHVILLE -- Nash Rec appears to be peaking at the right time as the Sharks prepare to defend their Nash-Halifax Swim League Championship.
The Sharks improved to 3-0 overall on the summer season with a team victory last Thursday at backyard rival Birchwood Country Club.
Nash Rec, coached by Wendy Wilson, was a 634-150 winner to finish off a two-match season sweep over the Barracudas.
Nash Rec has had four contests this season, but one of them -- a much-anticipated event against Roanoke Valley -- was shortened due to poor weather and will not count toward the final standings.

RED OAK -- Despite a spirited effort, it wasn't meant to be for the Nash County All-Stars at the recent Statewide Athletics Committee 11-12 District Tournament at Ennis Park.
The host Nash County contingent got off to a good start last Thursday against the Purple and Gold from Tarboro.
But the Tarboro opponent rallied to secure a 9-4 victory over the All-Stars -- an outcome that sent Nash County into the loser's bracket of the tournament.

Nash County's Jadel Davis can't avoid a tag at second base.

RED OAK -- A self-professed small-town person at heart, Leonard Allen couldn't resist the temptation of taking over one of the top baseball programs of that ilk in North Carolina.
Allen, who spent the last two years in charge of the diamond squad at Northern Nash, has accepted a similar position at Williamston Riverside High School in Martin County.

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. -- After falling 9-0 to the Pelicans in last Saturday's resumed game, the Carolina Mudcats bounced back with a 2-1 win on Sunday evening at TicketReturn.Com Field behind another quality start by Blair Walters and run scoring hits from Connor Lien and Sal Giardina.
Saturday's suspended contest in the Class A Carolina League resumed on Sunday and remained 1-0 through the fifth before the Pelicans rallied for five runs in the sixth.