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The commission that accredits law enforcement agencies wants to hear from the public about the Nash County Sheriff's Office.
The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, known as CALEA, has been evaluating agencies since 1979.
Agencies that carry the CALEA seal have achieved the highest standards in law enforcement.

Should Cats Wear Collars? This article from https://animalpath.org/ reflects our views also.
Devoted cat owners tend to be protective of their fur babies. They may insist on putting a collar on their cat so that they don't get lost, and to protect them from wild animals. However, cat experts are unsure as to whether collars provide any safety. Read on for a discussion about whether cats should wear collars and safe alternatives that you may want to try for your cats.

Webster defines a habit as a recurrent, often unconscious pattern of behavior that is acquired through frequent repetition, an established disposition of the mind or character. It is the latter statement that inspired me to examine what I consider to be the seven most important habits that every Christian should possess. Mind you now, my list is not all-inclusive. I do not have the market cornered on the list of all the habits that should show up in our lives. In fact, my list is no better or more correct that your list.

And you were dead in your trespasses and sins 2 in which you previously walked according to the ways of this world, according to the ruler of the power of the air, the spirit now working in the disobedient. 3 We too all previously lived among them in our fleshly desires, carrying out the inclinations of our flesh and thoughts, and we were by nature children under wrath as the others were also. 4 But God, who is rich in mercy, because of his great love that he had for us,[b] 5 made us alive with Christ even though we were dead in trespasses.

There was a great turn out for the Outdoorsman Banquet at Red Oak Baptist Church on Saturday, March 4! Everyone enjoyed the food (including some wild game), the hunting "trophies" on display, and guest speaker, Pete Rogers. Pete Rogers has a podcast with over a million followers where he talks about the outdoors and God. Thanks to all who worked together to make this a great time of fellowship and outreach.

The Rocky Mount Area Chamber of Commerce (RMACC) annual Women's Leadership Conference will be held on Thursday, March 30th at the Rocky Mount Event Center once again.
"After last year's success with the conference, we couldn't wait to get started planning for this year's event." Stated RMACC President and CEO, David Farris. "We hosted over 175 professional women looking to enhance their skills in both leadership and business in 2022 and can't wait to do it BIGGER for 2023."

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The Nash County Master Gardener Volunteer Association announces its annual Plant Sale for 2023.
Plants available include perennials, roses, shrubs, vegetable plants, garden art and also a chance to win a Blackstone Griddle.
This year there will be two options for plant purchases.

The days are getting longer and the temperature is rising and gardens are being planted. Now is the time to begin thinking about how you are going to preserve the abundance of produce you will have this season.
Nash County Cooperative Extension Family & Consumer Sciences department will be hosting several workshops teaching participants how to properly and safely preserve their food.

WENDELL -- After a team-bonding overnighter to the Battle of the Beach Tournament last weekend, the Southern Nash Ladybirds returned much closer to home -- just across the Wake County line -- on Tuesday for a non-conference meeting against the homestanding East Wake Lady Warriors in non-conference girls soccer action.
Suspense was at a premium as this one was all but over not long after it started as the Ladybirds cruised to an impressive 10-1 triumph.

Southern Nash's Emory Gibson (left) is in the clear after gaining possession for the Ladybirds during Tuesday evening's road soccer triumph against East Wake High School.

BUNN -- After conducting a nine-hole practice match two days earlier, the Big East Conference's boys golfers reconvened at The River GC last Wednesday for the league's initial 18-hole showdown of the 2023 campaign.
The results were right where the 2022 season left off as defending Big East champion Roanoke Rapids showed that it is one again the favorite to take home the conference's top boys golf team prize.

Southern Nash High School standout Jacob Kearney follows his ball off the tee at the par-5 10th Hole at The River GC during last Wednesday's Big East Conference Boys Golf 18-hole match.

RED OAK -- There wasn't a big inning, but methodically chipping away at their deficit proved to be an effective rallying tool for the Northern Nash Lady Knights on Tuesday during Big East Conference softball action against Louisburg.
The visiting Lady Warriors claimed a substantial early advantage, but Northern slowly but surely clawed back by scoring in all but one inning en route to picking up a 9-7 conquest over LHS in the Big East diamond opener for both clubs at the NNHS Softball Complex.

RED OAK -- Rebuilding is not an option if a school wants to maintain a top standing in the ultra-competitive Big East Conference boys basketball standings.
Reloading is more the name of the game, and the Northern Nash Fighting Knights have accomplished that goal to near-perfection over the past six years.
Not only has Northern remained a consistent factor in the Big East standings, the Fighting Knights have also made three Elite Eight appearances in the Class 3-A State Playoffs since 2017.

ZEBULON -- The Carolina Mudcats, the Class-A affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers, havey announced that single-game tickets for the 2023 season are on sale now at www.carolinamudcats.com, by calling (919) 269-2287 and by visiting the Five County Stadium front office in Zebulon.
Single-game ticket availability opens up all of Carolina's 2023 home games for purchase including each of the previously announced 10 souvenir giveaway events, the 11 Friday Night Fireworks nights, Opening Night on April 11, and the Mudcats for America Fireworks Extravaganza on Independence Day.

NASH COUNTY -- Here is this Saturday's schedule for the North Carolina High School Athletic Association's State Basketball Championship Games:

DURHAM -- The Back-to-Back Triple-A National Champion Durham Bulls have announced their full slate of exciting promotions for the upcoming 2023 season, which features a total of 24 post-game fireworks shows, including Independence Day Fireworks presented by Durham Parks and Recreation, as well as the return of popular theme nights including Bull Durham Night, Marvel's Defenders of the Diamond Night, and Bull Sharks Night.