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Yvonne Jones and Elizabeth Craft (front row, left to right) stand with Nash County Ruritan Club Presidents at the Nash County Ruritan's 58th annual meeting. The Ruritans are big supporters of Relay for Life, which Jones and Craft are event leaders of.

The Millie S. Morris Scholarship was established in March in memory of Mildred "Millie" Shields Morris of Red Oak. Morris was a long-time educator in Edgecombe County and Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools who passed away in June 2016. The scholarship is administered through Peacemakers of Rocky Mount.
Morris was a devoted Christian who possessed a great passion for educating young children and was known for her heart of compassion for the students and families she served, particularly those from economically-disadvantaged households.

LITTER BOX PROBLEMS?
They aren't doing it to get back at you and punishment only increases the stress that they may have, that may be causing it. Before sticking your cat outside (where they aren't safe from the roads and other creatures) or surrendering to the Shelter (where they are at risk of euthanasia), please consider why there is a problem.

Northern Nash High School will be presenting The Sound of Music with Music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, April 7 and 8, 2017 in the theatre at the Imperial 107 E. Gay Street, Rocky Mount.
Set in 1938, the story follows some events from the real life of Maria Augusta Trapp who wrote about her experiences as a nun turned governess, turned mother, turned immigrant in pre-WWII Austria. Interlaced with Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse's beautiful script are the unforgettable songs known to so many.

Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2016-2017 school year.

Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2016-2017 school year.

Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2016-2017 school year.

Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2016-2017 school year.

Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2016-2017 school year.

Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2016-2017 school year.

The following students at GR Edwards Middle School made the A or A/B Honor Roll.

Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2016-2017 school year.

Southern Nash High School will host its 5th Annual Southern Sizzlin' Showdown from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 8.
There are several activities planned for the day of adventure, including a yard sale, a market for local vendors, a 5K Color Run, a play area for children with inflatables and games, a Barbecue Cookoff, and a little game of Cow Chip Bingo.
"It is a very neat day for our entire school community," said Dr. Mark Cockrell.

Ever been confused of what Maundy Thursday is all about? Well, be confused no more my dear friend, you're in good company. Many people have come to believe Maundy Thursday is simply a high church celebration where we gather to remember the passion events of Jesus life. While this is true, it goes much deeper than merely remembering.
You see "maundy" is an old English word that came from a Latin word that meant, "mandate."

Peachtree folks gathered for worship on a beautiful spring morning. Sanctuary flowers were given by Jerry and Melba Hobgood in memory of Patricia Wood and Lillie Belle Griffin. They were two beloved church members who recently passed away. The Adult Choir sang "He Hideth My Soul" under the direction of the pastor. The offertory by Jane May was "Jehu, Joy of Man's Desiring."
Beverly Wilson's sermon to the children was about 'crying.' She said that it's okay to cry when we are sad.

Friday, April 7 from 11 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at Englewood Presbyterian Church, 100 South Englewood Drive, Rocky Mount.
Friday, April 14 from 1 until 5 p.m. at Golden East Crossing Mall, 1100 N. Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount
Thursday, April 20 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Nash Health Care Systems, 2460 Curtis Ellis Drive, Rocky Mount
Thursday, April 25 from 10:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at Environmental Services Building, 1221 Thorpe Road, Rocky Mount.

NC Supreme Court Justice Michael Morgan will be the keynote speaker on Saturday, April 8th at 10 a.m. at the Nash County Courthouse in Nashville, as County Democrats gather and call their Convention to order.
Public service is the essence of Judge Mike Morgan. He has been a judge for over 27 years spanning three different judgeships:
2005-present: Superior Court Judge, elected in Wake County

Union Hill Baptist Church held a "Ride for the Cure" fundraising event on Saturday, April 1. The event was held in memory of Wiley Neal and was a fundraiser for the Nash County Relay for Life and the American Cancer Society. Pictured above is Neal's wife, Brenda, who takes the lead prior to the ride.

Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2016-2017 school year.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class David B. Watts Jr. graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

NASHVILLE -- With several of her former players now shining as freshmen on the high school level, Nash Central Middle softball coach Laura Thompson wasn't quite sure how competitive her club would be during the 2017 campaign in the always-tough Tri-County Conference.
But what Thompson has found out is that when her Trojans put things together in all phases of the game -- pitching, defense and offense -- they can be pretty tough to beat.

STANHOPE -- Even though the rivalry is of the non-conference variety, the Southern Nash-Bunn softball showdown always brings energy and intensity.
That was once again the case last Wednesday as Southern entertained Bunn for the first meeting of the season between the long-time backyard foes.
This year's renewal is featuring a different plot twist as both clubs are relying on freshman pitchers -- Southern Nash with Carrigan Ewers and Bunn with Caroline White.

NASHVILLE -- With a combined 26 victories over the past two years, success has been nothing new on the baseball diamond for Nash Central Middle School.
The Trojans won the Tri-County Conference crown with an unbeaten mark in 2015 before coming within one win of a playoff berth last spring.
But Central is in a bit of a rebuilding mode this time around as veteran coach Mark Wooten has a young team with two sixth-grade and two seventh-grade starters.
Still, the Trojans continued to pile up the conquests, including a 17-2 home decision Monday afternoon against conference opponent Parker Middle.

ZEBULON -- The Carolina Mudcats, the new Class-A Advanced affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers, have unveiled their initial, prospect-rich roster for the 2017 season.
Carolina's first roster of the Milwaukee era features eight players ranked on MLB.com's list of top 30 Brewers prospects; with three of the eight ranked in the top 10.

ROCKY MOUNT -- Head Coach John Brackett and his North Carolina Wesleyan College softball team honored their 2017 senior class last Sunday afternoon before wrapping up regular season play versus USA South foe Greensboro.
The Bishops and Pride proceeded to split their doubleheader, with GC taking the opener 4-3 and NCWC running away with a 10-4 win in game two.