If there is anything worse than a drought, it is too much rain.
Or, is it, if there is anything worse than too much rain, it is a drought?
It wasn’t that many summers ago that crops were burning up in the fields, ponds and creeks and water supplies got dangerously low, and irrigation ponds were practically drained. It seemed we’d go a month or so with hardly a drop of rain from the sky.
I’m always amazed at the people I meet.
I’m fortunate to have met some pretty neat people while working for the newspaper.
Recently, I’ve had the pleasure to sit down and chat with two really interesting local folks. Well, I sat with one and stood with the other. There is no sitting with Nan Strickland!
Chances are, you know Nan Strickland. If you don’t, well you should. She’s amazing!
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Attorney General Roy Cooper
“All-expenses paid tropical vacation! Round-trip tickets to the destination of your choice! Deep discounts on airfare and lodging!”
Sounds tempting, doesn’t it? The summer travel season is here, and many North Carolinians are looking for ways to save on getaways. But these phone calls, emails, faxes and mailings you get promising “bargain” or “free” vacations usually come with hidden costs or fail to live up to your expectations.
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A PICTORIAL LOOK INTO THE PAST
SUMMERTIME! –– This photo was originally published in The Graphic August 11, 1960. Ginny (standing) and Paula Griffin, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Griffin of Nashville, were photographed enjoying a summertime treat of watermelon.
The North Carolina Association of Black High School Alumni has provided a gift to Nash Community College to assist students with General Educational Development (GED) testing fees. Established in 2008 in order to maintain the history of former African-American high schools in North Carolina, the Association’s mission is to make a difference among area youth by continuing the legacy of these schools.
Nash Arts continues its summer season of events welcoming the The Casmo City Crew Band (Gospel R&B) Saturday, July 13 at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. General admission is $10.
Camps and classes also continue as follows:
Casey Strickland, of Nashville, a graduate of Southern Nash High School, is the recipient of a Presidential Scholarship at Barton College. The renewable scholarship will cover $26,000 of tuition, divided into increments of $6,500 per year for four years.
Matthew Christopher Watson, of Bailey, recently graduated from Appalachian State University during Spring 2013 Semester commencement ceremonies.
A total of 302 graduate stuents and 1,703 undergraduate students received degrees during ceremonies held in May.
The 85th State FFA Convention was held in Raleigh June 18-20; Southern Nash FFA had a total of 32 students attend convention, participate in various Career Development Events, or receive various awards.
The Southern Nash FFA Chapter received awards for 100% Membership and received a Superior Rating for the National Chapter. The chapter also placed third state-wide in the National Chapter Award Program.
Western Carolina University recently announced its Dean’s List recipients for the Spring 2013 Semester.
A total of 2,100 students were named to the Dean’s List.
Nash residents include Matthew Randall Jackson and Jeffery Wayne Lucas, both of Nashville, and Dalton Nevada Barrett and Emilio Christian Jeffries, both of Spring Hope.
Laura Whitney Dale and Brandon Denson Vick were united in marriage May 18, 2013 at Sunset Avenue Baptist Church. The officiating minister for the 4 p.m. ceremony was Reverend Doctor Robin D. Fisher.
The bride is the daughter of the late George Frank Dale and the late Karen Walters Dale. She is the niece of Mr. and Mrs. Larry J. Takacs of Youngsville.
Sara Catherine Pate and Timothy Wayne Sloop Jr. were united in marriage on Saturday, May 4, 2013, at Proctor’s Chapel Baptist Church, in Rocky Mount. The officiating minister for the 4 p.m. ceremony was Rev. Walt Cooper.
The bride is the daughter of Bob and Joan Pate of Nashville.
Jackson Lee Valentine recently served as a Page for the North Carolina Senate.
Jackson, a student at Nash Central High School, was sponsored by Senator E.S. Newton and appointed by the Senate President Pro Tempore, Phil Berger of Rockingham County.
Nash Community College is pleased to announce the Davenport Autopark Automotive Systems Technology Scholarship recently established by Davenport Autopark. The scholarship will provide $1,500 annually to assist a deserving Automotive Systems Technology student training for a career to meet the needs of the local community.
The highest achieving high school seniors from across Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools came together recently to celebrate 13 years of hard work and “deliberate excellence.”
This was the second annual Evening of Academic Excellence banquet, and Dr. Anthony Jackson, Superintendent of Schools, congratulated the students on their many achievements, but especially for maintaining high standards of academic excellence throughout each of their school years.
Northern Nash High School
Southern Nash High School
Washington Street residents began what they hope will become an annual event on July 4th with the first ever Washington Street Block Party.
The First Annual Block Party for Washington Street was founded and hosted by Ron and Doretha Johnson and Robert and Lynn Hurley.
Forty-seven college students are being steeped in the workings of their counties under a new summer internship program.
Participants of the SECU Public Service Internship Program include Nash County resident Anna Lewis. Lewis is pursuing a double major in social work and psychology in the Honors College at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. She plans to pursue a doctorate in clinical psychology.
On Sunday morning, following a holiday of fireworks and picnics, Peachtree folks gathered for worship. In the absence of Pastor Whitehouse, Jerry Hobgood led the service. The sermon was brought by Dr. Wendy Edwards, Regional Director of the North Carolina Baptist Aging Ministry.
At the last meeting of the Daughters of the American Revolution Micajah Pettaway Chapter, Regent Dottie Barrett welcomed everyone and thanked hostesses Mary Ann Crawford and Angela Urquart.
Outstanding senior JROTC students at local high schools have been presented a DAR JROTC medal and certificate.
UDC Bethel Heroes Chapter 636 Member Ellie Lee was recently presented a supplemental certificate for the service of her confederate ancestor, who served in the War Between the States.
I hope everyone had a great 4th of July holiday. There were lots of parades, cook-outs and fireworks. I hope many of you got a chance to be with family members. The Beulah Church of Christ fish fry was last Friday night. We were glad to see a lot of our regular friends and also a lot of new friends. Thank you all for your continued support and fellowship.
Thursday, July 11 from 9:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. at Honeywell Corporation, 3475 Wesleyan Boulevard
Tuesday, July 16 from 2 until 5 p.m. at Draka Elevator Products, 2151 North Church Street
Tuesday, July 16 from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. at Boddie Noell, 1021 Noell Lane, Rocky Mount
Wednesday, July 17 from 3 until 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 100 S. Church Street, Rocky Mount
We had a great time of worship this morning at Mt. Zion. A former pastor, Rev. John Swain and his wife, Jane visited us today. They are both good musicians and provided special music for our service. They were here forty years ago and are from Indiana. He has recently retired from pastoring, but is still preaching as a fill-in and when needed. He is also doing some other Christian ministries. They are able to travel more now.
