Nash Community College recognized 30 Associate Degree Nursing graduates during its 36th pinning ceremony Friday, May 11, 2012.
Olivia McNair and James “Bay” Richardson were united in marriage May 12, 2012 at the O.D. Moore Building in Nashville. The officiating minister for the 3 p.m. ceremony was Pastor Michael McKnight.
A program of nuptial music was presented by D.J. Derek and soloist, James William.
Halifax Community College has announced its listing of students who have made the President’s List and the Dean’s List for the spring 2012 semester.
Stonewall Manor will host its Annual Spring Civil War Living History/Reenactment event the weekend of June 1-3. The grounds will once again be decorated by lovers and educators of Civil War history from across the state including Latham’s Battery 13th N.C., Reilly’s Battery, Edenton Bell Battery, NC Naval Squadron, Olde South Blacksmiths, Mallet’s Battalion Provost Guard & music by the Tar River Dulcimers.
Daniel Louis Dunn graduated as class valedictorian from South Aiken Christian School on May 24, 2012.
Dunn is active in his church band, sports and is an avid outdoorsman and Eagle Scout.
He was the recipient of the Celebration of Character Award in 2011 and 2012, which was presented by the City of Aiken, South Carolina.
Lee Harrelson, P.E., Leed AP, was recently named as one of the 2012 “40 UNDER 40” award winners by Consulting-Specifying Engineer magazine. The May, 2012 issue highlights the 40 young professionals in the building industry throughout the U.S. who were selected on the basis of their extraordinary achievements and their “commitment to excellence” in all facets of their lives.
The annual Silver Tea of the DAR Micajah Pettaway Chapter was in the home of Toni Suiter in April.
After Regent Dottie Barrett welcomed everyone, refreshments were served by hostesses Toni Suiter, Chairman, Margaret Barnes, Meg Cooke, Jeannine Hicks, and Verna Graff-Gessaman. The highlight of this meeting was honoring young Good Citizens and Good Citizenship winners in local schools.
DAR recognized local students recently. Pictured (L-R) is: Victoria Dickens, G. W. Bulluck School; Lonneke Selman, Faith Christian School; Ann Sumner Thorp, Rocky Mount Academy; D’Nasia Downey, Baskerville Elementary School; Julie Anna Bailey, Nashville Elementary; Georgia Morris, Benvenue Elementary; Nikeya Edwards, Williford Elementary; and Emily Grimm, M B Hubbard Elementary.
Robert Tyner welcomed everyone to Sunday School. We had 81 in attendance. Allie Farmer read the Bible verse.
Our choir sang “Whisper a Prayer” for the call to worship. Pastor Bogle welcomed everyone and asked all veterans to stand and be recognized.
Folks gathered at Peachtree on Sunday morning for a Memorial Day worship service. A brief video of Memorial Day scenes was shown, followed by the pledge of allegiance to the flag. Recognition was given to all of those present who had served in the varied branches of military service.
The Nash County 4-H Program is looking forward to another exciting summer, jam-packed with outstanding workshops and camps.
Registration will take place on Friday, June 1 beginning at 8am until 5pm through Friday, June 15th at the Nash County Ag Center in Nashville.
Nash County farmers have a critical deadline to consider. Nash County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Executive Director Sharon Taylor reminds producers that Friday June 1 is the fast-approaching deadline for Supplemental Revenue Assistance Payments (SURE), the Direct and Counter-Cyclical Program (DCP) and the Average Crop Revenue Election Program (ACRE).
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Carol Vierela, Nash County Animal Friends
Sorry. Nash County Animal Friends (NCAF) cannot help you. We cannot make it simple or easy to get rid of cats, dogs, kittens nor puppies. We cannot find rescues or adopters for your pets that you need to rehome nor the babies they have. We cannot take your pet either.
Town of Nashville Public Works Director Larry Williams (right) and staff member Chris Aycock help out at the Story Time for Earth Day celebration at Nashville’s Harold D. Cooley Library.
Library customers Brian Booth and Ronda King enjoy the new computers and upgraded software furnished by the Friends of the Harold D. Cooley Library.
Retiring employees (left to right) Gertrude Cross, Red Oak Middle School; Evelyn Bulluck, School Board Chairperson; Eula Modlin, Cedar Grove Elementary School; Dorothea Williams, Benvenue Elementary School and NRMPS Superintendent Dr. Anthony Jackson.
The School Nutrition Association of Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools and the Child Nutrition Program recently celebrated achievements at their annual awards banquet. Employees retiring this school year were recognized for their years of service.
PFLAG Rocky Mount (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) hosted a reception May 12 in partnership with Theater of the American South. The social, held at the Boykin Cultural Center in Wilson, celebrated the work of playwright Tennessee Williams.
The Fifth Annual Jack Laughery Ride for Knowledge was held at Rocky Mount Harley-Davidson on Saturday, May 19, 2012 raising $8,000 for the Helen & Jack Laughery Honorary Scholarship Fund.
The annual event serves as a tribute to Jack Laughery, the former Chairman and CEO of Hardee’s Food Systems, Inc., along with his wife Helen and their love of motorcycling and support of higher education.
Cummins-Rocky Mount Engine Plant (RMEP) and United Way Tar River Region announced jointly that Ginny Mohrbutter will be returning to her position as Executive Director for the non-profit entity, leaving her role as Community Engagement Leader at RMEP, effective June 15, 2012.
Thursday, June 7 from 12 until 5 p.m. at Outback Steakhouse, 210 Gateway Boulevard, Rocky Mount
Monday, June 11 from 3 until 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 200 South Church Street, Rocky Mount
Tuesday, June 12 from 3 until 7 p.m. at the Harrison Family YMCA, 1000 Independence Drive, Rocky Mount
Wednesday, June 13 from 2 until 6 p.m. at Arlington Baptist, 1500 Bethlehem Road, Rocky Mount
By:
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter
ROCKY MOUNT -- Who says the season ended for the Nash Central High School baseball squad with a first-round loss in the Class 3-A State Playoffs?
The Bulldogs are back at work again -- and it didn’t take a long time.
Several current and future Nash Central performers are in action this summer for an assorted group of teams.
By:
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter
STANHOPE -- A star-studded group of student-athletes was honored at the recent Southern Nash High School Athletic Awards Ceremony.
Four Firebirds took home top honors, while one squad was saluted as the ‘Team of the Year’.
That club was the Southern Nash softball squad, which tied for the regular season championship in the Big East Conference. The Ladybirds were tabbed as the ‘Team of the Year’, and a huge ovation ensued.
By:
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter
STANHOPE -- The forecast was mighty Gray this season for Southern Nash’s softball opponents in the Big East Conference.
Mariah Gray was a dominant performer for the Ladybirds -- both on the mound and at the plate.
Gray played a huge part in Southern Nash’s success as she helped the Ladybirds earn a share of the Big East Conference Regular Season Championship.
RED OAK -- Head Coach Grover Battle will host the annual Northern Nash Lady Knights Basketball Camp from June 11-14 at the NNHS Gymnasium.
The camp will run from 5:45-8:15 p.m. each day. Girls 4-12 are invited to participate. Cost is $25 per person.
Each camper will receive a T-shirt, and insurance will be provided.
