George Jasper Daughtridge passed away on January 31, 2012. He was born September 20, 1927, to the late Jasper Hayes (Jack) and Emma Vick Daughtridge. He was preceded in death by brothers, David and Jackie Daughtridge, sisters Nellie Moore and Shirley Shearin and son, Marvin Daughtridge.
N.C. Department of Transportation Secretary Gene Conti has awarded a contract to replace the bridge over Stoney Creek on First Street Extension, northeast of Nashville in Nash County.
The $1.2 million contract was awarded to Fred Smith Company of Raleigh. Work can begin as early as February 27, 2012 and be completed by December 31, 2012.
The Nash County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Raleigh man in connection with at least 37 motor vehicles that were broken into.
The Sheriff’s Office responded to Massey Road in Middlesex on November 28, 2011 in reference to numerous motor vehicle breaking and enterings in the area. Thirty-seven vehicles were reported broken into a well as two outbuildings and one residence.
Hopefully by now, you’ve gotten the last of the cheese dip out of the carpet, found the jar of missing jalapenos and remembered why it is a bad idea to let kids eat popcorn in the living room.
That’s right, the most sacred of American holidays –– the Super Bowl –– has passed. Why we don’t just call the Monday that follows The Real Big Game a vacation day is beyond me. It would certainly stimulate the economy (a boon for Tums and hangover cures) and probably decrease industrial accidents.
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Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer
Nash County’s Board of Commissioners has started meeting at night to better accommodate citizens who work during the day and may want to attend and participate in these meetings.
I think it’s great that the board wants to give citizens a better opportunity to attend meetings. However, I think the way the board is scheduling these meetings is confusing.
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GUEST COLUMN, Attorney General Roy Cooper
Did you resolve to get out of debt in the New Year? Now is a great time to get started on putting your financial house in order, but there are some pitfalls you want to be sure to avoid.
My office constantly hears from consumers about companies or firms that promise to negotiate your debts down in exchange for an upfront fee which is illegal in North Carolina.
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A PICTORIAL LOOK INTO THE PAST
PINE SEEDLINGS –– Wesley Layton of Little Easonburg was among several county 4-H members who received loblolly pine seedlings in 1961. W.R. Shackelford, assistant county agent, is pictured delivering the seedlings to Layton, who is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ben J. Layton. This photo originally published in The Graphic February 23, 1961.
Carl Wayne Smith of Nash County was appointed Marshal of Sudan Shriners on January 28, 2012 at the annual meeting and election of officers. The term “Marshal” is a ceremonial title given to one of the appointed officers of a Shrine Temple.
Smith and his wife Janet, make their home in Nashville and are the parents of one son and two daughters.
Down East Radio Reading Service recently named Brandon Berry (right), of Rocky Mount, the new Chairman of the Board of Directors. Passing the reins is David Edwards, who has headed the organization since its inception in 2002.
Joe and Frances Collins of Castalia announce the engagement of their daughter, Alison Blair Collins of Raleigh to Jonathan Lee Saunders of Raleigh, the son of George and Donnye Saunders of Whitakers. The wedding will take place Sept. 15, 2012 at Bellamy Manor and Gardens, Enfield.
Mr. and Mrs. James Allen Bledsoe of Raleigh announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsey Barrett Bledsoe to Jeffrey Grayson Taylor, the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Jake Taylor Jr. of Raleigh. Lindsey is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Clarence Dove of Rocky Mount and Mrs. Mary Johnson Bledsoe of Raleigh and the late Mr. James Albert Bledsoe.
Members of the Rocky Mount Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta celebrated the Sorority’s 99th national anniversary. Founded on January 13th, 1913, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated focuses on sisterhood, scholarship, and public service.
The South Atlantic District Director of Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) recently visited the Rocky Mount Chapter. Pictured, South Atlantic District Director Linda Stroupe (second from right) and husband Mac (far right) receive a Rocky Mount PFLAG welcome from Mark Brown, far left, and Elaine Baker (second from left).
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Carol Vierela, Nash County Animal Friends
Nash County Animal Friends has been working very hard, 24/7 to make a difference for the forgotten pets of Nash County. It is only due to people caring, like you, that we have been able to reduce the number of companion animals being killed. It started with a camera and an idea. Promotion was the key. Facebook became the perfect media to get the Rescues. We need your help. The BIG thing that YOU can do is Spay/Neuter.
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STORY AND PHOTOS By Amanda Clark Graphic Staff Writer
Hundreds of dads and their daughters danced the night away Saturday at the fifth annual Daddy Daughter Dance.
The dance, sponsored by Nash County Parks and Recreation, brought out around 500 dads and their daughers.
Francesca Miller, 6, and Bella Connelly, 5, (L-R) both of Nashville, dance together on Saturday at the Nash County Agricultural Center in Nashville.
John Kearney dances with his daughter Haley, 11.
Quincy Williams and his daughter, Whitley, 9, of Nashville take a break from dancing on Saturday at the Daddy Daughter Dance. This is the fourth year the Williams' have attended.
The Pregnancy Care Center Board of Directors, by popular demand, has named Shawn Carney, Co-Founder of 40 Days for Life and the host of television show “Being Human,” as the keynote speaker at this year’s Pregnancy Care Center Celebrate Life Banquet.
Shawn’s good combination of humor and seriousness is captivating.
Thirteen cadets recently graduated from Nash Community College’s thirty-fourth Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) class. During the twenty-seven week training, students learned essential skills required for entry-level employment as law enforcement officers with state, county, or municipal governments, or with private enterprise.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill recognized 6,589 students for outstanding academic achievement through their selection for the Dean’s List for fall 2011.
Dean’s list recognition requires full-time students who enter the University as new first-year students starting in fall 2010 or thereafter to earn at least a 3.5 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale with no grade lower than a “C” for 12 hours of letter-grade credit.
We were greatly saddened to learn of the death of Doris Fay Nelms. She was loved by all who knew her. Our sincere sympathy goes out to her husband, Jimmy “Lonnie” Nelms, her daughter, Sandra N. Williams, and all other family members and friends. She will be missed by everyone, especially her family. May God Bless and comfort them is our prayer.
Suzy and Audrey Pearce, NRBA WMU Children’s Missions Consultants, attended the Associational Leadership Team meeting on Saturday, Feb. 4 at the Associational Center in Dortches.
The Adult I-A Sunday School Class at Red Oak Baptist Church had a very successful hot dog/hamburger fundraiser Saturday, Feb. 4 for the Brandon Pitt family and the Pitt Stop Food Pantry.
On this first Sunday in February, Peachtree Church observed its 203rd anniversary. To commemorate this, sanctuary flowers were given by Beverly Wilson. She stated that they were given in memory of all of the saints who have served the Lord here throughout these 203 years.
