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Watch what God does, and then you do it, like children who learn proper behavior from their parents. Mostly what God does is love you. Keep company with him and learn a life of love. Observe how Christ loved us. His love was not cautious but extravagant. He didn't love in order to get something from us but to give everything of himself to us. Love like that.

The State of North Carolina has presented the Nash-Edgecombe Counties 2018 Governor's Award for Volunteer Service to Dr. Robert Barbe.
The Governor's Volunteer Service Award honors the true spirit of volunteerism by recognizing individuals, groups and businesses that make a significant contribution to their community through volunteer service.

Edgecombe and Nash County elementary, middle school and high school counselors; CTE coordinators; and career coaches attended a Counselor Institute at Edgecombe Community College June 18 through 20. Participants toured Honeywell Aerospace in Rocky Mount, took part in ECC program demonstrations, and learned about admissions and financial aid at the College.

Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the third semester of the 2017-2018 school year.
The following students at Williford Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll.

"Amazing," "so inspiring," "what beautiful children," "what beautiful voices," "they sure are energetic!"
These are the comments heard after most every concert by Hope Haitian Choir. This non-traditional choir, made up of fifteen young people, ranging in age from seven to 17, are touring the eastern U.S. this summer, sharing their joy in a variety of venues and churches.

Peachtree Folks gathered at the church for worship on a bright, sunny Sunday morning. Storms and welcomed rain had come during the previous night, and had brought some relief to the recent drought.
Sanctuary flowers were given by Doug and Cheryl Hayes in memory of Steve and Linda Johnson, their beloved brother and sister-in-law.

The Women in Action of Red Oak Baptist Church will meet at 6:30 pm at the church on Tuesday, July 31. This is a missions group for adult ladies, any age, who come together to learn about missions, pray for missions, and do missions. All ladies welcome!
Join us at Red Oak Baptist Church! We have Sunday night services for adults and in September we will begin offering AWANA on Sunday nights for the children.

ROCKY MOUNT - Nash Rec is on the cusp of perfect after yet another impressive Nash-Halifax Swim League overall team victory.
The Sharks wrapped up the regular season portion of their schedule with an unblemished mark last Thursday thanks to a 487-306 decision at long-time rival Westridge.

GREENSBORO -- Northern Nash's Trevor Sledge knew for several months that he would participate in the annual North Carolina Coaches Association's East-West All-State Football Game.
Southern Nash's Abe Rodriguez only knew for a few days.

LYNCHBURG, VA. -- Daniel Brown struck out seven over three innings, and Luke Barker earned his league-leading 15th save as the Carolina Mudcats defeated the host Lynchburg Hillcats 6-5 in 10 innings in a rain-plagued, marathon game at City Stadium in on Sunday night in a Class A Carolina League baseball meeting.
The Mudcats (50-49, 16-13) outlasted the Hillcats (17-14, 46-52) in a 10-inning game that was delayed 48 minutes at the start because of rain, saw 3 hours and 48 minutes of actual game action because of rain and included a 2 hour and 28 minute rain delay.

STANHOPE -- Southern Nash High School will begin its 2018 boys soccer schedule on Aug. 13 with a road meeting against backyard rival Bunn.
Kickoff is slated for 5 p.m. at the BHS Soccer Complex in Franklin County.
SN's home opener will take place Aug. 20 at 5 p.m. versus C.B. Aycock.

Nash Rec's Dominic Wozniak makes his way through the pool during last Thursday evening's road matchup against Nash-Halifax Swim League opponent Westridge.

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KANSAS CITY, MO. -- Three members of the Wake Forest University men's basketball team were honored recently by the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) as the organization announced the 2017-18 Honors Court.
Britton Anderson, Troy Rike and Aaron Spivey were recognized for their accomplishments in the classroom.

ROCKY MOUNT -- The city of Rocky Mount will once again host the 21st annual Down East Viking Football Classic on Sept. 15 at 4 p.m. at the Rocky Mount Athletic Stadium.
The game will feature the Elizabeth City State University Vikings against their CIAA rival, the Winston-Salem State University Rams.

Nash Community College students, faculty, staff and community members celebrated the official opening of the Advanced Manufacturing and Cosmetology buildings at a ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony held Monday, July 16 at 4 p.m.
President Dr. Bill Carver welcomed attendees stating, "This expansion process began in 2010 with the purchase of 25 acres on which we are standing.