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Nash Community College has announced the selection of 11 students to the prestigious 2025 UNC Health Nash Nurse Scholars Program. This year's cohort of 29 students marks the largest group to date and highlights the expanded reach of the program, which now includes partnerships with NCC, Edgecombe Community College, Wilson Community College and Halifax Community College.

Kamal Rasool Abdal-Rafi, Kamal Rasool Abdal Rafi, Sakinah Abdal-Rafi and Sakinah Abdal Rafi to The Ssakra Trust, Sakinah Sabreen Abdal Rafi, Sakinah Sabreen Abdal Rafi, Kamal Rasool Abdal-Rafi and Kamal Rasool Abdal Rafi; 404 Estell Street, Rocky Mount
D.R. Horton, Inc. to Joseph Scott Elias and Elizabeth Aileen Little; Saddlebrook, Lot 31
Barnes Land Corporation to Nugen Building, LLC; .1.71 and 1.47 acres

Forgery-notes, checks, securities reported at 10063 E. NC 97, Rocky Mount on 12/15/24
Forgery-credit card reported at 12975 Hwy. 43, Rocky Mount on 12/18/24
Possession drug paraphernalia(not marijuana); possession methamphetamine; possession heroin reported at 12978 W NC 97, Zebulon on 12/18/24
Damage to personal property reported at 2292 Bryantown Rd., Spring Hope on 12/18/24

Simple possession schedule IV controlled substance; possession marijuana 1/2 to 1 1/2 oz; possess ion drug paraphernalia(not marijuana); possession heroin; DWI; drive while license revoked/not impaired rev; reckless driving; drive while license revoked/not impaired rev; flee/elude reported at mile marker 461 US 64E, Nashville on 12/20/24
Possession of methamphetamine reported at 174 Brunswick Dr., Nashville on 12/19/24

The six days between Christmas Day and New Year's Day is a time when we look back at the year and reflect upon our successes and our failures. We look at the good times as well as the bad times. Most of us even make resolutions for the new year that we rarely keep. Yet, it's important that we bring closure to the past year and make sure that we've learned and grown from whatever came our way. Indeed, real growth can come this time of the year.

As we stand on the threshold of a new year, the events and decisions of the past year weigh heavily on our minds. In this moment of reflection and anticipation, we can turn to the powerful message found in Joshua 1:1-9, a passage that offers both encouragement and guidance.
The book of Joshua begins with a significant transition. Moses, the revered leader who brought the Israelites out of Egypt, has passed away. God speaks directly to Joshua, the new leader, reminding him of the responsibility before him.

Spring registration ends Jan. 7 at Nash Community College for the 2025 semester, with classes starting January 8, and additional "Flex Start" courses available beginning January 23 and March 10.
Flex Start courses are designed for students who are unable to begin the semester on the traditional start date. These courses allow students to start their classes later in the semester, giving them a flexible, alternative option for completing their studies without missing out on the educational opportunities they need.

ROCKY MOUNT - Roy Cooper, North Carolina's 75th Governor, came home to say his official goodbyes, delivering his Farewell Address Dec. 18 to a packed Brown Auditorium at Nash Community College.
Christopher Edmonston of White Memorial Presbyterian Church of Raleigh, Cooper's pastor for the past 13 years and originally from Tarboro, gave the invocation, praising the Governor, "a son of our state," for his "wisdom, integrity and intelligence," and prayed that future leaders learn from Cooper's experience and that his family's days ahead "be filled with hope and happiness."

4-H families came together recently to pack over 200 bags of food and winter items for local youth and those displaced in Western North Carolina.
A majority of the food bags will go to students at Bailey Elementary School.
Molly LaHay, a parent volunteer for 4-H and leader of the Feathers and Fur 4-H Club, headed up the project. LaHay said she discovered the need in the Southern end of the county while talking with Sheila Horan, a social worker for the school system.

NASHVILLE - Ella Smith, a resident of Nashville's Autumn Care, is one of those women who doesn't get ruffled easily, taking each day as it comes and not making a fuss. Nonetheless, her family and the management at Autumn Care have been planning to do a bit of fussing over Ella - because she's about to turn 100 years old. You'd never know it, though, to look at her or talk with her: Ella easily could pass for thirty years younger.

NASHVILLE - The lineup for activities is complete for the New Years Eve Egg Drop 2025, the second annual event by Braswell Family Farms.
The three-hour, family-friendly event is set to run Dec. 31 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Nashville Junction, 723 S. Barnes Street, with fireworks and the Egg Drop at 7. The grounds will open at 3:30 p.m.

NASHVILLE - Nash county employees who leave their jobs will now be able to return and retain credit for cumulative years of service, as long as they are re-hired within five years of separation.
The amended Longevity Pay Policy to Recognize Employee Loyalty was one part of a policy proposal made at the Nov. 4 Board of Commissioners' meeting by Stacie Shatzer, county manager, who said the idea was developed by management team members with the goal of strengthening Nash County as an employer of choice.

I don't know if it is because I got a late start on my early shopping, but it seems like Christmas came in on two wheels this year.
As I get older, I like to get my shopping down early and cruise into the Christmas stretch run. It can be challenging navigating crowds if you're not a crowd person.
I was never much for crowds, but I sort of peaked that time in the hospital when I tore my gown open in sort of a biblical, shredded loincloth kind of situation. But that's a story for another day.

Some of our subscribers may receive this edition of The Nashville Graphic early due to our early deadline schedule - and some may receive as normal on Thursday. Delivery will depend on the postal service in each area.
Most likely by the time the majority of you have a few moments to sit down to read this edition, the chaos of the season will be cooling down.

This photo published on January 9, 1964 in The Nashville Graphic. A group of Oak Level and Corinth home demonstration club members met to plan for a lamp-making workshop.

MOMEYER - Momeyer Ruritans celebrated 60 years as a club Dec. 16 with a night of recognitions, steak dinners and a 'dirty santa' game where door prizes were drawn only to be quickly 'stolen.'
The club, established in 1964 and currently numbering 53 members, has increased since last year; the annual Christmas meeting hosted 90 for dinner at the Ruritan Club, 4812-4972 Momeyer Way.