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Why do Christians have to suffer?
Why do Christians have to suffer?

The one Christian promise that I don't particularly like is the fact that Christian living includes its share of suffering. But that's exactly what Jesus promised us when He said, "If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow me". (Mark 8:34)
Mature Christians cling to those words during dark times in their lives. It's not so much that misery loves company, but rather that they realize that the crosses they will be asked to bear will bring deeper spiritual growth.

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Scholarships awarded
Scholarships awarded

The Momeyer Ruritan Club recently presented scholarships to youth members. Pictured, left to right: Stuart Parker, scholarship committee, Colin Leggett, second generation member; Jacob Cooper, second generation member; Brent Leggett, President of Momeyer Ruritan Club. Leggett is attending NC State University majoring in Agriculture Business. Cooper is a rising sophomore at Campbell University majoring in Physical Therapy.

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Nash County Health Department holds national H.I.V. test day

ROCKY MOUNT- With Edgecombe County one of the two North Carolina counties with the most HIV prevalence (31 per 100,000 people), the Nash County Health Department is continuing to push the word out about free testing, as was the case with a community event for National HIV Testing Day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 27 outside the train station in Rocky Mount.

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NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS

Richelle Tennyson and Scott Harold Tennyson to Lauren Dilello; 224 Westview Park Drive, Rocky Mount; $305,000
Lennis B. Moody, Lennis Burnell Moody, Lenore F. Moody, Lenore Frances Moody to L&L Moody Family Trust; 25 acres
Little Bear Creek Properties B, LLC and Little Bear Creek Properties, LLC to Stallings Grove Homeowners Association, Inc.; .39 acres and 1.04 acres
Adams Homes AEC, LLC and Don Adams to Travis Arrington and Darick Alfonza Ricks; 5085 Holly Hill Court, Battleboro; $395,000

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Nash County commissioner will not seek re-election
Nash County commissioner will not seek re-election

NASHVILLE - Following an epic four and a half-hour meeting Monday, Nash Board Chair Wayne Outlaw announced that he would not be seeking re-election as District 5 county commissioner when his term ends in 2026.
"After nearly two decades of service as county commissioner, I believe it's time for fresh eyes and new ideas to help lead Nash County into its next chapter," Outlaw said.

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Local woman competes for Ms. Fayetteville State University
Local woman competes for Ms. Fayetteville State University

NASHVILLE - A Nashville woman and two-times graduate of Fayetteville State University is looking to give back to her alma mater by raising money for student scholarships. Shamica Dawes, a proud Bronco, is already an active member of the Edgecombe-Nash Alumni chapter and FSU National Alumni Association (NAA). She is competing for the title of Ms. Fayetteville State University.

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Nashville K-9 makes major narcotics and firearm seizure
Nashville K-9 makes major narcotics and firearm seizure

NASHVILLE- Nashville's newest K-9 officer, Jade, with assistance from the Nashville Police Department, executed her first narcotics seizure operation this past weekend on US 64, resulting in the arrest of two men and the seizure of dangerous narcotics and illegal firearms.
A July 8 NPD press release said the incident, codenamed "Operation Firecracker" by the Governor's Highway Safety Program, occurred at about 1 a.m. at mile marker 459 of US 64 East during a traffic stop.

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LARUE GRIFFIN HAMBRICK
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CAROLE W. SAUNDERS
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BOBBY ALTON EDWARDS SR.
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LARRY FRANCIS BOWLING
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VERNON 'PETE" PARRISH
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LYNN EZZELL GARDNER
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DEBRA HOPE BECKNELL
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WESLEY KEITH SMITH
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WILLISTINE MANNING PRIDGEN
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YAIR HERNANDEZ
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Nashville mulls shipping container ordinance options

NASHVILLE - In response to a local businessman's request, Nashville planning board members are grappling with adding a new ordinance to cover the use of shipping containers within town limits. Among the decisions to be made are stipulations on short-term vs. long-term use and whether the containers would be allowed within Residential zoning districts, as well as in Industrial and Business-1 districts.
Chris Sandy with Build Right Supplies appeared at the June 24 planning board meeting with the request to amend a section of current ordinance covering temporary/short-term use of storage units, to allow shipping container use under prescribed conditions.

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FAMILY FREEDOM FUN
FAMILY FREEDOM FUN

Red Oak hosted its Annual Freedom Celebration Sunday night featuring live music, amusements, activities, food and fireworks. Pictured above, Mariam Giurgis of Raleigh, left, enjoys the slide experience with buddy Avari Wong of Minnesota.

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Filing begins July 7 for municipal seats

NASHVILLE - The candidate filing period for the upcoming 2025 Municipal Elections begins this coming Monday, July 7th, at 8 a.m. and will remain open, lasting less than two weeks, to end Friday, July 18th at 12 noon.
"Each candidate will need to complete campaign finance paperwork and designate a treasurer, and the treasurer will need to complete the state's campaign finance training," John Kearney, Nash County Elections Director, said, adding that candidates may pay filing fees by credit card, debit card, check or money order.

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LOCAL HERO HONORED WITH FLAG
LOCAL HERO HONORED WITH FLAG

NASHVILLE - One of Nashville's most recognizable community figures, Cliff Joyner, has been honored by the Elks Lodge #1038 at Birchwood for his many contributions to the town, including his tireless hours put in for the Blooming Festival.
Joyner, a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones and President of the Nashville Chamber of Commerce, was named 2025 Flag Day Honoree in a June 25 ceremony at the Elks Lodge, receiving a commemorative framed American flag.

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The Art of Fade celebrates opening at the Junction
The Art of Fade celebrates opening at the Junction

NASHVILLE - The fourth business at Nashville Junction to welcome customers, The Art of Fade, is open for business, offering modern mens' style grooming with time-honored, shave and hot towel techniques.
Co-owned by Alex Puente of Bailey and Elvin Cid of Zebulon, The Art of Fade has an enviable spot with front entrances to the Junction Parking lot and a large, open space with plenty of room between six barber stations. It also has a comfortable lounging spot with sofa and chairs at one end.

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CASTALIA FIREWORKS & FESTIVAL IS JULY 4TH

The Town of Castalia will host its annual Independence Day Celebration on Friday, July 4th. Most activities will be held at the community park. Food trucks and craft vendors will open at 10 a.m. The parade will take place on Main Street/Hwy 58 at 11 a.m. Street closures are from 10:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. The opening ceremony will be at 3 p.m. with a welcome from Mayor James Alston, the National Anthem. The guest speaker is Judge Anthony Brown who also served as Grand Marshal.

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LARRY'S LENS - PHOTO OF THE WEEK
LARRY'S LENS - PHOTO OF THE WEEK

Each year families of Wrens raise broods above the fan mounts of two ceiling fans on Larry's back porch. A parent brings food to the nest. Graphic photos by Larry Matthews

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Nashville welcomes new K-9
Nashville welcomes new K-9 "Jade"

NASHVILLE - Beautiful, friendly and unassuming, "Jade," a Black Lab, has joined the ranks of the Nashville Police Department as its newest K-9, partnering with handler Officer Bryson Gibson.
While Jade may look like any other fit Labrador Retriever, Jade's training can transform her in seconds to a kind of canine superhero, when her drug detection and tracking abilities activate. Those are her specialties: Narcotics detection in vehicles and buildings, and Tracking fugitives or missing persons.

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