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The Rocky Mount Police Department is asking residents to check their bank statements and credit card accounts for fraudulent activity after two card skimmers were located on gas pumps.
The Rocky Mount Police Department responded to a suspicious event at the Circle K Convenience Store on 1630 Sunset Avenue around 2:08 p.m. on Tuesday, January 23.

Jessica Erin Smith and Gregory Lee Manning were united in marriage on December 2, 2017 at 1 p.m. at White Oak Methodist Church. Wesley Taylor officiated the ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Arnold and Cynthia Smith of Momeyer.
The groom is the son of Donny and Bonnie Manning, of White Oak.

James Tyler Aycocke
Justin and Alex Aycocke of Goldsboro announce the birth of their son, James Tyler Aycocke, who was born January 22, 2018 at Wayne Memorial Hospital in Goldsboro. He weighed 4 lbs., 3 oz.

Governor Roy Cooper recently made several appointments to various boards and commissioners, including two local residents.
"This dedicated, diverse group of individuals come from communities across our state, and I appreciate their service on behalf of all North Carolinians," Governor Cooper said.

Margaret Cobb (left) and Helen Sharpe (center), members of Micajah Pettaway Chapter of the DAR and Bethel Heroes 636 Chapter of the UDC, delivered backpacks filled with toys, books, and toiletries for children living in My Sister's House shelter. Dalena Raya, at right, accepted the gifts on behalf of My Sister's House. (Contributed photo)

C-SPAN's state-of-the-art 45-foot customized motor coach visited Northern Nash High School (NNHS) in Rocky Mount on Friday, January 12.
C-SPAN partnered with Altice USA in order to engage students and teachers with interactive demonstrations of C-SPAN's multi-platform public service resources. The visit was part of C-SPAN's "50 Capitals Tour," which includes stops in cities across North Carolina.

Hello Fellow Followers of the Way, February greetings to you as we enter the second month of 2018! You know it's flu, crud, cold, and any other type of sick season, which means we are always careful to wash our hands and to sometimes avoid physical contact with folks around us who seem to be sniffling a lot. Simple put - we don't want to be sick, so we take extra precautions during the winter months to ensure our immunity is up and our visits to doctor's offices are down.

On Sunday morning, despite the showers Peachtree folks gathered at the church for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Cheryl and Doug Hayes in memory of Cheryl's brother, Steve Johnson. The Adult Choir sang "Love medley"- (If that Isn't love/ Oh How he Loves You and Me), under the direction of the Pastor.

County Committee elections are over and the ballots have been counted.
Linda E. Fisher of Nashville was elected to represent local administrative area (LAA) 3 and Peyton G. McDaniel of Whitakers will serve as the first alternate.
County Committee members are a critical component of the day-to-day operations of FSA.

Nebuchadnezzar ruled the world from Babylon. The Greeks became predominant under
Alexander the Great. The Roman Empire held sway in the First Century. Cults grew around emperor worship. Citizens gladly made the confession, "Caesar is Lord."
All of this was contrary to the ancient Jewish faith and to Christianity.

Nash Community College (NCC) has been awarded $136,739 by the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission to provide support for the college's new Veterinary Medical Technology (VMT) program. The "From Farm to Vet Tech" project funding will assist with the purchase of instructional, clinical and lab equipment for students to prepare for careers in the field of veterinary medicine.

The North Carolina Coastal Heritage Association extends an open invitation to the public for its annual membership meeting at The Bridge DownEast, 1344 Island Road, Harkers Island, NC, Tuesday, February 6, 11 a.m.
NCCHA will initiate its second full year of documenting and preserving NC's coastal heritage at this meeting.

Southern Nash's Dylan Alford heads toward the finish line during last Friday's Big East Conference Swim Championships at the Harrison Family YMCA in Rocky Mount.

RED OAK - Since December 29, when Northern Nash won the Bunn High School Christmas Tournament, the Knights had only hit the hardwood once.
That was on January 12 as part of a conference-opening win over Franklinton.
Thanks to snow and exams, Northern wasn't able to play its second conference game of the season until this past Friday night.

RED OAK -- Headed into last Friday night, Grover Battle's Northern Nash Lady Knights were 9-2, and had only played one game since December 15.
With that in mind, the rust was evident for Northern during a Big East Conference girls basketball showdown against Wilson Hunt at the NNHS Gymnasium.
The Lady Knights couldn't overcome a slow start, as well as a poor finish in what resulted in their first conference loss of the 2017-2018 season.

WILSON -- Southern Nash made a move up the standings during last Saturday's Big East Conference Individual Wrestling Championships at the Fike High School Gymnasium.
During the previous week's league team duals tournament, Southern claimed the third position, while Big East newcomer Franklinton was second.

RED OAK -- Red Oak Middle School faced a myriad of standings options pending the outcome of Monday afternoon's key Tri-County Conference girls basketball showdown against rival Parker.
If the Lady Tigers were able to come up with a victory over the undefeated Pirates, they would solidify their second-place position in the Tri-County's North Division -- and still maintain a chance at the regular season title.

ROCKY MOUNT -- When the Nash Central Bulldogs moved from the Class 3-A Big East Conference to the Class 2-A Eastern Plains Conference, it was all but a given that Coach Kyle Bain's squad would sweep the EPC girls and boys swim championships.
If there were swim titles to even be contested.

ZEBULON -- The Carolina Mudcats are once again offering the ever-popular 'Muddy Gram' for Valentine's Day.
The promotion, which features a personal visit from Muddy the Mudcat to your Valentine, includes the following amenities:
• Two Mega Cupcakes
• Two Premium Field Level Tickets to a Game (excludes July 3-4)

RED OAK -- Red Oak Middle School took advantage of a second -- and third -- opportunity to put away Parker in a battle of undefeated squads Monday at the ROMS Gymnasium.
Thanks to a Parker turnover, a clutch offensive rebound and a trio of free throws from Xavier Whitaker, the Tigers were able to hold off the Pirates by a 32-28 margin in a Tri-County Conference boys basketball thriller.

FERRUM, VA. -- Sophomore A.J. Frye posted a pair of 30-point showings this weekend as his north Carolina Wesleyan College Battling Bishop men's basketball team split a pair of contests on the road at Pfeiffer and Ferrum.
On Saturday, Wesleyan fell to a talented Pfeiffer University squad by a 115-98 score.

NASH COUNTY -- Listed are updated Nash County Recreation & Senior Services Youth Futsal and Basketball League Scores:

Red Oak's Shavashti Mercer (left) drives for a bucket during Monday afternoon's home basketball contest against the Parker Lady Pirates.

Northern Nash's Joseph Cherry-Blue (right) drives for a basket during last Friday night's Big East Conference home triumph against the Wilson Hunt Warriors.

Northern Nash's Darquez Flowers (right) chips in with two more points for the Fighting Knights during last Friday's victory at Hunt.