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Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the final semester of the 2018-2019 school year.
The following students at the Swift Creek Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll.

The Nash County Sheriff's Office recently recognized Philip Parker for achieving the North Carolina Sheriff's Education and Training Standards Commission Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate, the Intermediate Law Enforcement Certificate, and the Intermediate Service Award.
Philip Parker has served as a Law Enforcement Officer the last 18 years of his life working in several different aspects of law enforcement with more than one type of agency.

Providence Bank has announced the promotion of Tonya Slocum, Financial Services Representative/Retail Loan Officer to Assistant Vice President and Office Manager. Ted E. Whitehurst, President & CEO, stated, "Tonya was one of our original employees when we opened our Nashville office. She has contributed greatly to the growth and success we have had in that market."

Area Career and technical students recently won one of the nation's highest awards at the 2019 SkillsUSA Championships, held in Louisville, Ky., on June 26-27. More than 6,500 students competed at the national showcase of career and technical education. The SkillsUSA Championships is the largest skill competition in the world and covers 1.4 million square feet, equivalent to 20 football fields or 25 acres.

The following local residents have earned a degree from Western Governors University (WGU). The online, nonprofit university held its 70th (Orlando, Florida); 71st (Cincinnati, Ohio); and 72nd (Anaheim, California) commencement ceremonies this year to celebrate the graduation of more than 22,000 students from across the country.

Local Government Federal Credit Union (LGFCU) proudly congratulates, Sarah Foster who is the recipient of an LGFCU Scholarship Award.
Foster, will use the scholarship to study at Barton College and is one of 120 deserving high school seniors and post-secondary students that will receive the funds to apply toward their education at the university, community or technical college of their choice.

LOVE & COMPASSION vs HATE & DISGUST ~ "I hate people." and "People suck." We hear it all the time. Because of owner surrenders or people not taking care of their pets. We even see statements like "The owners should be euthanized." Where is the kindness and love we give to pets? Could it be that the people need saving as much as the pets? Where is the empathy? Below are some blogs that explores our mindset.

Area churches recently spent the start of their summer break participating in a local program called Team252.
Team252 is a mission experience organized by the Youth Pastors Coalition that serves the greater Rocky Mount area. This year, approximately 140 students ranging from sixth through 12th grade, along with over 20 chaperones, converged in Downtown Rocky Mount to develop relationships, serve the community, and invest in the region.

"For their vine is of the vine of Sodom and of the fields of Gomorrah." (Deuteronomy 32:32)
Do you remember the story? God brought judgment on the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah. In fact, Genesis 19:24 records, "Then the Lord rained brimstone and fire on Sodom and Gomorrah."

Here we go fellow followers and saints, let's pick up where we left off last week in talking about living as the saints we've been saved to be. What does that look like in our world? How are we to live? How do we structure our lives?
Well, first off, let's talk numbers. Let's talk 180, which is the number of repentance.

The Baptist Men of Red Oak Baptist Church enjoyed their monthly breakfast meeting on Sunday, July 21.
A Parent/Child Dedication Service was held on Sunday, July 21 during the morning worship service. Those participating included Charlotte Emilie and Melody Rose Lewis, daughters of Jamie and Audrey Lewis; and Tristan Ray Sykes, son of Christian Sykes.

This past Sunday Peachtree Baptist Church congregation, family and friends met to worship our Lord.
The sanctuary flower arrangement Sunday was presented to glorify God and present the wonder of His creations to adorn the world.

Northern Nash High School's Davontae 'Crank' Wiggins played quarterback for the East Team at last week's East-West All-Star Football Game.

Tarboro's Keon Caudle (with ball) was the Offensive Most Valuable Player of the East-West All-Star Football Game last Wednesday in Greensboro.

NASHVILLE -- Nash Rec was supposed to experience a final regular season tune-up last Thursday against chief rival Roanoke Valley -- but it simply wasn't meant to be.
The Nash-Halifax Swim League event was slated for the Nash Rec Pool, but the rain and lightning started in the area just minutes before the opening of the commpetition.

GREENSBORO -- Todd Brewer might be known more for his work as a teacher and multi-sport coach at Southern Nash High School, but he has also carved out a successful reputation as an area high school official.
Brewer's impressive officiating resume' features participation in several high-profile events, the latest of which was the North Carolina Coaches Association's All-Star Football Game last Wednesday at historic Jamieson Stadium on the campus of Greensboro Grimsley High School.

STANHOPE -- Southern Nash High School has announced first day of practice/tryouts dates and times for its fall sports offerings.
Times and dates are as follows:
• Football -- August 1 from 8:30-11 a.m.
• Boys Soccer -- August 1 from 6-8 p.m.

ZEBULON -- Brice Turang scored the game winner in the ninth inning on a walk-off single from Mario Feliciano as the homestanding Carolina Mudcats earned a series tying 5-4 victory against the Wilmington Blue Rocks on Sunday afternoon at picturesque Five County Stadium.
Turang went 3-for-5 with a triple and Eddie Silva went 3-for-4 with a two-run homer, a triple and two runs in the game for Carolina.

KANSAS CITY, MO. -- Recent graduate Aaron Spivey of the Wake Forest University men's basketball team was honored by the National Association of Basketball Coaches recently as the organization announced the 2018-19 Honors Court.
It marks the fourth consecutive year that the Demon Deacons have had a player earn the honor.

ROCKY MOUNT -- The City of Rocky Mount will host the 22nd Annual Down East Viking Football Classic between Elizabeth City State and Fayetteville State.
The CIAA showdown will be held Sept. 28 at 4 p.m. at the Rocky Mount Athletic Stadium.
Pre-sale tickets are available for $15 for visiting the Rocky Mount Parks and Recreation Department, which is located on the third floor of the Frederick E. Turnage Municipal Building.

Northern Nash's Davontae Wiggins (left) tries to avoid a tackle attempt during last Wednesday's contest.

Tarboro High School running back Keon Caudle (left) gains some yardage for the East Team during last Wednesday's East-West All-Star Football Game in Greensboro.