The Nashville Graphic

1601.	Halifax Sheriff deems homicide as gang related A quadruple murder in the Glenview Community of Halifax County remains unsolved but Halifax County Sheriff Wes Tripp said they are closer to resolving the case. Tripp said this week that the murders of Janice Harris, 72, James Harris, 88, James Whitley, 76 and Peggy Whitley appears to be gang related but would not go into more detail. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 11, 2017 10:20 pm
1602.	Daughtridge appointed to Rural Infrastructure Authority The Office of Governor Pat McCrory recently announced several appointments to the Rural Infrastructure Authority, including a Nash County man. Speaker of the House Thom Tillis appointed Lige Daughtridge of Nash County to the Rural Infrastructure Authority. Tillis, Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Berger and Gov. Pat McCrory each appointed five to the board. Published Monday, December 23, 2013 11:25 pm
1603.	Nashville okays rezoning for lot next to library NASHVILLE - It looks kinda small, but the undeveloped lot next to the Harold Cooley Library is big enough for a three-bedroom house - and after the town council approval, that's the plan of developers.Alan Larson of BVA Builders Inc., the applicant, spoke on behalf of the property owner, A.D's Future Enterprise Inc., at Tuesday night's town council meeting. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 7, 2025 10:05 pm
1604.	Nash County Blood Drives for October-November 2015 Saturday, October 24 from 10 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Nashville Fire Department, 501 S. Barnes Street, NashvilleMonday, October 26 from 3 until 7 p.m. at Planet Fitness, 1271 Cobb Corners Drive, Rocky MountWednesday, October 28 from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Nash Community College, Building A, 522 N Old Carriage Road, Rocky MountThursday, October 29 from 12 until 6 p.m. at Englewood Presbyterian Church, 100 South Englewood Drive, Rocky Mount Published Thursday, October 22, 2015 12:28 am
1605.	Nash County has lost three very special people What a sad week it was for Nash County. Three very special people passed away, leaving voids in the lives of their family, friends and the community. Ms. Dot Joyner, Mary Lee Bass, both of Nashville, and Pee Wee Harper, of Castalia, will certainly be missed in their respective communities. All three were well known faces because of their giving spirits. Amanda Clark / Published Wednesday, February 22, 2017 10:22 pm
1606.	Nash County Blood Drives for April 2012 Wednesday, April 4 from 12 until 4 p.m. at Eaton Corporation, 8171 Planer Mill Road in Middlesex Friday, April 6 from 12 until 4:30 p.m. at Golden East Crossing Mall, near the food court and former Toys R Us, 1100 North Wesleyan Boulevard, Rocky Mount Monday, April 9 from 3 until 7 p.m. at Bethlehem Baptist Church, Halifax Road, Rocky Mount Published Tuesday, March 20, 2012 11:03 pm
1607.	Town mulls land, facility purchase NASHVILLE - 'Growing pains' for the town of Nashville mean anticipated needs for more personnel and more programs- and a new property has presented itself that just may have some of the answers. A public hearing is set at 7 p.m., April 16, as part of the Town Council meeting, regarding a purchase contract for 981 Old White Road, former site of the Fellowship Church of Nashville. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 10, 2024 10:22 pm
1608.	Spring Hope PD receives new patrol cars Christmas came in June for Spring Hope's Police Department. The department received keys to three new police cars on Friday afternoon. The vehicles were made possible thanks to grant funding from the USDA Community Facilities Direct Loans and Grants program. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, June 20, 2018 11:03 pm
1609.	CHRISTMAS DECORATION WINNERS, 1 The Nashville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department has selected four winners in its Christmas Decorations Contest. Pictured is the winner for the "Anything Goes" Display. The house, at 704 S. Creek Drive, displays big, bright inflatables wishing everyone a Merry Christmas. Published Wednesday, December 28, 2022 10:35 pm
1610.	BRENDA GRIFFIN BROWN Published Tuesday, August 8, 2023 10:10 am
1611.	AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS I am sorry, but due to the rain, and most of our folks staying inside, or should I really say "me" staying inside, our community news will be short and sweet. I know a lot of happenings in the community, but I forgot to ask these people at church on Sunday for permission to write about them and it's too late and I am too tired to call them now. LOL! I am getting slack in my old age. I promise to do better next week. JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, October 7, 2015 10:58 pm
1612.	Nashville to host trick-or-treaters October 31 Nashville will host trick-or-treaters on Thursday, October 31 with several events. Cooley Library will have Halloween activities from 4 until 5:30 p.m. Youth can come out and play games, get their face painting and trick-or-treat. At 5:30 p.m. Glover Park will have a special Haunted Walking Trail until 6:30, where trick-or-treaters can come out and walk around the walking trail to receive candy from different booths. At 6:45, the movie “Para Norman” will be shown at the park. Published Tuesday, October 29, 2013 11:02 pm
1613.	Nash youth results and standings NASH COUNTY -- Here are updated standings and results from the Nash County Parks and Recreation Department’s 2008-09 Indoor Soccer League’s 8-11 Division: Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:13 pm
1614.	RED OAK NEWS Women in Action missions group met on Tuesday, March 11 at Red Oak Baptist Church. They had their program and prayer and also made special Easter snacks with scripture. Goodies were donated to the Red Oak Fire Department.The Baptist Men had their monthly breakfast together on Sunday, March 19. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, March 22, 2023 10:39 pm
1615.	Nash County Animal Friends’ Notebook I imagine many of you know this little ditty: For want of a nail the shoe was lost. For want of a shoe the horse was lost. For want of a horse the rider was lost. For want of a rider the battle was lost. Well, we have a new one. It starts with: For the want of a short-term foster a dog was lost. Problem is…it ends there. In other words, the dog DIED. Carol Vierela / Published Tuesday, June 28, 2011 10:39 pm
1616.	Parking tickets may increase to $50 Fines for parking violations will increase to $50 if Nashville’s proposed 2010-2011 budget is accepted as presented. Nashville’s Town Council increased parking fines in the 2008-2009 budget from $10 to $20. In addition, during that same budget year, fines for parking in a fire lane went from $25 to $50. Handicapped parking violations went from $50 to $250. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, May 11, 2010 10:13 pm
1617.	RED OAK NEWS It was a great day for the Family Fun Day at the Wollett Mill Pond Venue on Friday, June 6. There were activities for children including a bounce house, outdoor games, face painting, and as well as a story time with Suzy Pearce who read her book, "Earl's Family Reunion." Guests could also enjoy fishing by the pond. Several vendors were there selling their goods and food trucks for your appetite.Congratulations to Jamie Lewis who was baptized at Red Oak Baptist Church on Sunday, June 8. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, June 11, 2025 10:36 pm
1618.	Wife's surgery brings on home ethics issues I mentioned recently that 2024 started with a bang at my house.The flu hit my two sons, we had one trip to the ER, one flooded aquarium and the feral-cat-in-the-house debacle that was recounted in great detail in this space.Well, my wife Kristi said to hold her proverbial beer and had foot surgery.Like any true adult, she let this foot issue go on for years until the pain went from "uncomfortable" to "Bowie knife through the bottom of her foot." Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, January 31, 2024 10:28 pm
1619.	New members inducted into ADK Alpha Delta Kappa is an international honor sorority for women educators. The sorority was chartered in Jefferson City, Missouri and has its headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri. This sorority promotes excellence in education and recognizes outstanding women educators. Published Tuesday, April 6, 2010 11:53 pm
1620.	Nashville officials tour new fire station NASHVILLE - The Nashville Fire Department is finalizing plans on who - and what - will go where once the newly constructed Fire Station 2 on Oak Level Road comes online, taking town officials, residents and media on a tour after the March 19 town council meeting.The floors aren't painted and electrical work is being finished up, but walls, doors and rooms are now in place, with a Grand Opening planned in May and actual operations to begin there sometime in April. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 26, 2025 10:13 pm
1621.	Local summer camps have been awesome! Summer is in full gear at my house and my boys have more energy than I can handle. I've done my best to keep them occupied this summer. My younger two boys, Devin and Brendin, are still too young to do the camps and stuff but I've made sure to enroll Corbin in as many camps as my pocketbook can handle. So far, he's loved every minute of the camps he's done. Amanda Clark / Published Wednesday, July 12, 2017 10:25 pm
1622.	Momeyer seeks help to launch new event MOMEYER - Having budgeted $3,000 for a long-absent community event, Momeyer Town officials are looking for a few good men (or women) to put the event together.Initially postulated as a return of the July 4th parade, the idea has changed over the past few months of town council discussions to become a "community day," such as has also been done in the past at the Fire Department and Ruritan Club. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 22, 2024 10:18 pm
1623.	Castalia hears concerns over privacy at park Most of Castalia's town board meeting last Tuesday was dedicated to hearing requests from the public. Rev. Carlyle Hall and several deacons from Castalia Baptist Church had questions and concerns about the park. The group wanted to know if there are plans for a privacy fence to be constructed along the side of the park that faces the parsonage property. Mayor Ellene Leonard explained, "There will be a buffer, it will not be a fence." Later she continued, "Our town ordinance calls for a live buffer. We did make some arrangements to have that ordinance changed, but it has never been completed." Jessica A. Smith, Graphic Correspondent / Published Wednesday, October 14, 2015 11:41 pm
1624.	Teen dies from gunfire at party A teenager has died and another person is wounded after being shot at a house party in Whitakers early Sunday morning.Around 1:30 a.m. on August 7, Nash County Sheriff Office deputies were called to the 3600 block of Lonesome Pine Road in reference to a shooting.Maj. Eddie Moore of the Nash County Sheriff's Office said as the party wrapped up, an argument between two groups of people ensued and shots were fired. KENDRA JONES, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, August 10, 2022 9:37 pm
1625.	Now here's a victory worth bragging about Because I got tired of my old, dumb thermostats, I installed two new, smart thermostats last weekend.I won't say it was tense, but the scene was very much like every movie you've ever seen where the main characters defuse a bomb.The stakes were much higher in this situation because it wasn't democracy at risk, it was my heating and cooling system. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, September 28, 2022 10:21 pm
1626.	MOUNT ZION FWB CHURCH NEWS The prelude by the musicians for the morning worship was ”Nothing is Impossible.” Pastor Ronnie welcomed everyone and prayed the prayer of invocation. Hymns of worship were “Praise Him! Praise Him!” and “A Shelter in the Time of Storm.” Algie Jones led the singing. The ushers received the tithes and offerings, we sang the doxology and greeted one another. Roselene Bass / Published Tuesday, January 14, 2014 11:16 pm
1627.	Nash County Blood Drives for September 2012 Thursday, September 6 from 3 until 7 p.m. at Oak Level Ruritan Club, 3551 Oak Level Road, Rocky Mount Friday, September 7 from 12 until 4:30 p.m. at Golden East Crossing Mall, 1100 N. Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount Monday, September 10 from 3 until 7 p.m. at Nashville United Methodist Church Published Tuesday, September 4, 2012 11:16 pm
1628.	Rocky Mount Chapter of USA Dance celebrates National Ballroom Dance Week Across the nation, people from all walks of life will be celebrating National Ballroom Dance Week (NBDW). Here, the Rocky Mount chapter of USA Dance is giving everyone the opportunity to come and check it out and join the celebration. USA Dance, which is the official member organization of the US Olympic Committee for DanceSport, is a non-profit, nationwide organization whose only mission is to promote ballroom dancing. Published Tuesday, September 17, 2013 10:50 pm
1629.	Parenting 101 tip: When in doubt, hide! Don’t get me wrong. Being a parent is really great. I’m apparently not great at it, though. But it is not for lack of trying. Or at least being in the right place.I feel like after this summer at home with the kids, I have fulfilled all the training obligations to be a Mixed Martial Arts referee, or at the very least a WCW wrestling official (yes, the ‘80s-style professional wrestling. Not the stuff that passes as wrestling today). Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, August 27, 2014 11:30 pm
1630.	Nash County Health Department offers flu shots Health officials with Nash County Health Department are planning to provide community flu and pneumonia vaccination clinics starting Oct. 4 at various sites within Nash County. Residents will have an opportunity to get a vaccination from drive-thru clinics or walk-in clinics without an appointment. All drive-thru clinics will be 4-7 p.m. Sites are: Published Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:59 pm
1631.	Nash County Blood Drives for October 2015 Saturday, October 10 from 11:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Gardner's Barbequ, 1331 N Wesleyan Boulevard, Rocky MountMonday, October 12 from 3 until 7 p.m. at First Baptist, 200 South Church Street, Rocky MountTuesday, October 13 from 2:30 until 7 p.m. at Englewood Baptist Church, 1350 Winstead Avenue, Rocky MountWednesday, October 14 from 12 until 4 p.m. at Eaton Corporation, 8171 Planer Mill Road, Middlesex Published Wednesday, October 7, 2015 10:58 pm
1632.	Nash County Animal Friends' Notebook Does society value things less than they used to? Something broke, don't bother fixing, just get a new one! It is harder than you thought, to have a pet, adapting or working on issues? Then that term, throw away society may ring loudly. Example that comes to mind is house training. How often do you walk the dog? Do you walk after feeding, first thing in the morning, after naps? Keep out long enough? Timing is everything. Some dogs don't signal, but most respond to praise when they go where they are supposed to. CAROL VIERELA, NASH COUNTY ANIMAL FRIENDS / Published Wednesday, July 12, 2017 10:25 pm
1633.	Nashville Elementary Career Day Nashville Elementary School students had the opportunity to learn about numerous careers during last week's Career Day. Numerous people from the area were on hand to talk to students about various careers including representatives from Nash County EMS, Nashville Fire Department, Nash UNC Health Care, The Nashville Graphic, Carolina Girls Photography, State Employees Credit Union, East Care, Nash Central High School, WHIG-TV, Nashville Parks and Recreation, Nash County Sheriff's Department, Stocks Engineering, Rocky Mount Police Department and more. Published Wednesday, March 22, 2017 10:29 pm
1634.	Breaking News: Flash flood in Spring Hope leaves two dead NASHVILLE - A man and a woman are dead, the victims of flash flooding Wednesday in Spring Hope.While the victims' identities have not yet been officially released by the Nash County Sheriff's Office, the two were reportedly from Louisburg: 55-year-old Raymond Evans Jr. and 24-year-old Lottie Alston, a 2020 graduate of Franklin County Early College High. They were driving a silver 2002 Honda Odyssey minivan around 2:15 Wednesday afternoon in the area of 687 North NC-581 when the vehicle was swept off the right side of the road about 35 yards into a ravine during flash flooding. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Thursday, August 7, 2025 11:19 am
1635.	Spring Hope woman wins big in Cash 5 Jackpot Jewel Thorne of Spring Hope said she plans to buy her dream home after winning a $427,896 Cash 5 jackpot."I'm finally going to get my own house," Thorne said. "It's a wonderful feeling to know I won't have to pay rent. Plus, I'll be able to make sure it's handicapped accessible so my husband can get around." Published Wednesday, December 26, 2018 10:47 pm
1636.	There is plenty to do in Nashville to get into the Christmas spirit! It’s very, very hard to believe that the holidays are amongst us. It seems like we just celebrated the Fourth of July and now, here we are, preparing to celebrate Thanksgiving and then of course, Christmas. So don’t blink because if you do, you may miss it all. If you are having trouble getting in the Christmas spirit this year, there are several events planned in Nashville to maybe give you a little boost. Amanda Clark / Published Tuesday, November 20, 2012 10:48 pm
1637.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News Our Sunday school attendance dropped again today. With a total of 87, including 1 visitor. Welcome to each of you. Brother Bob Watkins welcomed everyone and said, “It’s a great time to be in the house of God.” He says it every Sunday and I believe he means it. Any day or night is a great time to be in the house of God. Anthony Puckett read the verse for today. Our lesson was from the book of James and spoke about the evil or good a tongue can do. We must all strive to control our tongue and use it to glorify God. By ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, August 19, 2008 10:02 pm
1638.	Nash County Blood Drives for August 2011 Tuesday, August 2 from 2:30 until 6:30 p.m. at Arlington Baptist Church, 1500 Bethlehem Road, Rocky Mount Tuesday, August 2 from 3:30 until 7:30 p.m. at Northside Community Church, 1660 Beaver Pond Drive, Rocky Mount Published Tuesday, July 26, 2011 10:51 pm
1639.	It’s time to build a coop, or a dog house There are chickens in my living room. Yes, chickens. It all started as a “temporary” thing. But that was three weeks ago. My husband has been on my case for well over a year about us getting chickens so we can have fresh eggs. I’ve delayed the chicken conversation for as long as I could but I knew it would eventually happen. Amanda Clark / Published Tuesday, May 1, 2012 11:04 pm
1640.	Town council has its building priorities backwards Last week's news of the plans for Nashville's library, town hall and police department has brought mixed emotions to many folks across town. I have considered the proposed plans, trying to look at all sides, but honestly I am not satisfied with the council's decisions. Joanne Cooper / Published Wednesday, May 17, 2006 12:36 am
1641.	Thanks to those who serve with passion Last week's proposed snow, ice, freezing rain turned out to be a dud which was absolutely no disappointment to me!Though it seems many were hopeful for a few inches of the cold and wet fluffy stuff for a couple of days of sledding and fun, I was extremely happy to wake up to just a heavy frost-like coverage with the sun quickly melting it away.However, according to Nashville's Fire Chief, who apparently should have pursued a career in meteorology, we're not out of the woods yet! Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, January 15, 2025 10:25 pm
1642.	Legislators give updates on committees, budget NASHVILLE - Nash county's three legislators, Senator Lisa Barnes, Rep. Allen Chesser and Rep. Dante Pittman, meeting with Nash commissioners at the annual Legislator's Dinner Feb. 10, took the opportunity to share updates about their current committee appointments. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 19, 2025 11:05 am
1643.	American Legion honors former Auxiliary leader American Legion Post 110 hosted its annual Ladies Night last week honoring the spouses and widows of veterans in the organization. A special plaque was presented to "Stump" Bass in recognition of his wife, Mary Lee Bass, who passed away February 18, 2017 at the age of 73. Mary Boehm, current president of the Ladies Auxiliary for Post 110, presented the plaque to Bass. JO ANNE, COOPER GRAPHIC PUBLISHER / Published Wednesday, March 28, 2018 10:44 pm
1644.	NC House Rep. Chesser sponsors foster care bill RALEIGH- A revised bill about Foster Care, HB 612, passed its second reading in the NC Sentate May 6. Its primary sponsor is Rep. Allen Chesser of Nash County.House Bill 612, "Fostering Care in NC Act," has heavy support, with 72 house members co-sponsoring the legislation and 83 state-based organizations also behind it, including the Foster Family Alliance of NC."This is a long overdue reform, something that the General Assembly has been working on for the better part of a decade now," said Rep. Chesser. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 7, 2025 10:05 pm
1645.	Local man files for NC House seat A Rocky Mount man has filed to run on the Democratic ticket for the District 25 House seat in the North Carolina House of Representatives. Jim Lee filed for the seat on December 21, the final day of filing for the March 15 partisan primary. Lee faces no opponents for the Democratic ticket but will face incumbent Republican Jeff Collins in the General Elections in November. Lee has lived in Rocky Mount since 2002. He has been a middle school teacher since 2005 and an adjunct instructor at Nash Community College since 2004. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 30, 2015 11:07 pm
1646.	Congratulations to chamber award recipients For many years, Nashville's Chamber of Commerce has hosted a special event to recognize citizens of the town that really go above and beyond to give back to their hometown. The Distinguished Citizen event is truly special and everyone who has been recognized is also special and very deserving of the honor. This year's recipients certainly are deserving of the honor. Amanda Clark / Published Wednesday, March 8, 2017 10:33 pm
1647.	Town applies for recovery funding The Town of Nashville is tossing its hat in the ring for a chance at receiving funding from Congressman G.K. Butterfield's American Recovery Act funds.Town Manager Randy Lansing told Nashville Town Council Members last Tuesday that Butterfield had secured $24 million from the American Recovery Act to award to qualifying community development projects throughout his district via the Community Project Fund. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 14, 2021 10:39 pm
1648.	Nash County Blood Drives for October 2015 Saturday, October 10 from 11:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Gardner's Barbeque, 1331 N Wesleyan Boulevard, Rocky MountMonday, October 12 from 3 until 7 p.m. at First Baptist, 200 South Church Street, Rocky MountTuesday, October 13 from 2:30 until 7 p.m. at Englewood Baptist Church, 1350 Winstead Avenue, Rocky MountWednesday, Octobrer 14 from 12 until 4 p.m. at Eaton Corporation, 8171 Planer Mill Road, Middlesex Published Wednesday, October 14, 2015 11:41 pm
1649.	Nash County Blood Drives for October 2015 Saturday, October 10 from 11:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Gardner's Barbequ, 1331 N Wesleyan Boulevard, Rocky MountMonday, October 12 from 3 until 7 p.m. at First Baptist, 200 South Church Street, Rocky MountTuesday, October 13 from 2:30 until 7 p.m. at Englewood Baptist Church, 1350 Winstead Avenue, Rocky MountWednesday, Octobrer 14 from 12 until 4 p.m. at Eaton Corporation, 8171 Planer Mill Road, Middlesex Published Wednesday, September 23, 2015 11:28 pm
1650.	NCSO hosts event for kids The Nash County Sheriff's Office continued its efforts to improve community relations by hosting a "Hot Dogs for Kids" event on Saturday in Red Oak. The "Hot Dogs for Kids" event was developed to improve and enhance community relations between the local community and law enforcement, said Captain David Brake, of the Nash County Sheriff's Office. "The event emphasizes positive interaction with kids as well as the rest of the community," Brake added. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, June 21, 2017 10:21 pm
1651.	Nash County Blood Drives for July 2015 Friday, July 10 from 1 until 7 p.m. at Petsmart, 1462 Jeffries Road, Rocky MountMonday, July 13 from 2 until 7 p.m. at Northside Community Church, 1660 Beaver Pond Drive, Rocky MountTuesday, July 14 from 9:15 until 11:30 a.m. at Boddie Noell, 1021 Noell Lane, Rocky MountTuesday, July 14 from 2 until 5 p.m. at Wesleyan College, 3400 N Wesleyan Boulevard, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, July 8, 2015 11:06 pm
1652.	Nashville teens arrested for break-ins Two Nashville teens were arrested last week in connection with a rash of break-ins over the past month. Additional arrests are pending. According to Nashville Police Chief Bill Creech, the break-ins have been occurring during the day in residential neighborhoods in town. “We have had several B&E’s in the last several weeks,” Creech said. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, July 29, 2008 10:52 pm
1653.	Pastor affirms punishment of Hell through scripture I am writing this to the editor in response to a letter that appeared recently in the Rocky Mount Telegram. The title of the article was “The modern concept of Hell has no basis in scripture.” Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, April 19, 2011 10:33 pm
1654.	Annual CTE Showcase set for Oct. 29 at NCC Nash Community College and Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools will host fifth through twelfth-grade students and their parents at the Tenth Annual Career & Technical Education Open House at Nash Community College on Tuesday, October 29, 2019, from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM.During the showcase, attendees will explore classes that can be taken in Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools that align with classes and programs offered at Nash Community College. Published Wednesday, October 23, 2019 10:35 pm
1655.	A GESTURE OF RESPECT First responders applauded the work of employees at Nash UNC Health Care on Friday during a brief appreciation event.The event was hosted by first responders with the help of Dexter David from Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home in Rocky Mount.The event started with first responders, which included the Nash County Sheriff's Office, Nash County EMS, Rocky Mount Police, the Rocky Mount Fire Department, along with other first responders, parading through the Nash Health Care Campus with lights flashing. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 15, 2020 11:06 pm
1656.	Intersections: God and Life Matthew 13:1-3 ESVThat same day Jesus went out of the house and sat beside the sea. And great crowds gathered about him, so that he got into a boat and sat down. And the whole crowd stood on the beach. And he told them many things in parables, saying: "A sower went out to sow.The situation is getting complicated. The religious leaders want to get rid of Jesus. CARLYLE HALL, JR. / Published Wednesday, September 24, 2025 10:45 pm
1657.	ELVIS Headlines Nashville’s OPRY Elvis rocked the house Saturday night at the 30th Annual Nashville Opry held at the Nash County Agriculture Center. Visitors were entertained by a numerous entertainers including Alvin Smith (Elvis), Ronnie Ezzell, Russ Varnell and the Smith Brothers. The event is sponsored by Nashville’s BPW. The group uses all proceeds from the event for its annual scholarship award. Pictured above, Mary Alice Well, BPW special event chairperson, gets a hug from Elvis impersonator Alvin Smith prior to his performance. Published Tuesday, January 29, 2008 11:08 pm
1658.	Word for the week The gathering of God’s people for weekly worship is a special place to meet with God. The Bible likens the church to a temple. We are talking about people not a building. The church is a group of people “being fitted together” and “growing into a holy temple in the Lord” (Ephesians 2:21). God dwells in His temple. “For we are the temple of the living God; just as God said, ‘I will dwell in them and walk among them; and I will be their God, and they shall be My people’” (2 Corinthians 6:16). DENNIS PRUTOW / Published Wednesday, August 27, 2014 11:30 pm
1659.	Good Samaritan saves accident victim Saturday An early morning wreck landed a vehicle in water with its driver pinned and trapped Saturday, but due to the quick action of a Good Samaritan, the victim is alive.Shortly after 7 a.m. Saturday, the Nash County 911 Communication Center received reports that a vehicle was overturned and in the water. Stoney Creek Rescue Truck 3R was dispatched along with Nash EMS Unit 9. SPECIAL TO THE GRAPHIC, BY BOB BARTOSZ / Published Wednesday, September 10, 2014 10:49 pm
1660.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News I missed Sunday school and church again today. Just not able to go. I pray tomorrow will be a better day for me. ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, January 20, 2009 10:28 pm
1661.	Wouldn't it be cool to be the "Coolest in NC?" George's BBQ Sauce is hoping to be named the coolest thing made in North Carolina.The North Carolina Chamber of Commerce is hosting a "Coolest Thing Made in NC" contest to shine the spotlight on the manufacturing industry.George's BBQ Sauce, which is based in Nashville, was recently named a finalist for the competition. Voting will go through September 18 and then, the final four will be announced and voting will again be underway to determine the final winner, which will be announced in October. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, September 16, 2020 10:38 pm
1662.	Back To School, pics 1 Jeannette Talbot (left), a third grade teacher at Nashville Elementary, assists her new student, Gisselle Barraghan, and her mother Griselda Barraghan, during open house. (Graphic photo by Jo Anne Cooper) Published Wednesday, August 29, 2018 10:49 pm
1663.	Franklin County Historic Home Tour is this Saturday and Sunday The biennial Franklin County Historic Homes Tour will feature 11 homes and a church this year and is scheduled for Saturday, April 22 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 23 from 1 to 5 p.m. The tour is in and around Louisburg.Among the homes to be open on the tour are the 19th Century Woodleaf Plantation and the Nicholson-Bickett-Taylor House, Circa 1897. Also part of the tour will be First Baptist Church, circa 1925, that was originally built for an African-American congregation. Published Wednesday, April 19, 2017 11:00 pm
1664.	CANDIDATE QUESTIONS / Frank Deatrich, US HOUSE DISTRICT 2 - Republican Age: 70 Profession or background: I served the U.S.M.C. 3 yrs active duty and 6 yrs reserves. I attended Ft. Hays Kansas State College where I received my BS and MS in biology and education. Family: I am married to my wife Ruth and we are grandparents as well as great- grandparents. Hobbies: Reading, and horses Published Tuesday, April 27, 2010 10:25 pm
1665.	Fingers crossed for Internet My oldest kid is getting to the age where he's very interested in technology. We've tried hard to keep the boys away from devices but last year, we did buy Corbin a handheld game set. We limit the time our kids can play tablets or any devices and we also eagerly take those devices away when the boys misbehave. Corbin hasn't been able to play his game for two months now! Amanda Clark / Published Wednesday, April 10, 2019 10:35 pm
1666.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A damage to personal property was reported on 4/23/17 at 4498 US 264AA driving while intoxicated, no operator's license and following too closely was reported on 4/23/17 at US 301 and E NC 97A disturbance was reported on 4/23/17 at 5117 Doerun CourtA bulk currency seizure was reported on 4/23/17 at Benvenue Road at Peele Road Published Wednesday, May 3, 2017 10:28 pm
1667.	Nash County Blood Drives for JULY 2013 Wednesday, July 17 from 3 until 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 100 S. Church Street, Rocky MountWednesday, July 17 from 12 until 4 p.m. at Eaton Corporation, 8171 Planer Mill Road, MiddlesexThursday, July 18 from 3 until 7 p.m. at Momeyer Baptist Church, 4967 Momeyer Way, NashvilleSaturday, July 20 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the House of Resurrection, 102 North King Street, Whitakers Published Tuesday, July 16, 2013 11:01 pm
1668.	Nash County celebrates telecommunicator week Nash County Emergency Services is celebrating telecommunicators this week for the critical role they play.Public safety agencies nationwide recognize the week of April 12 through 18 as National Telecommunicators Week. Telecommunicators are the true first responders and one of the most critical contacts citizens have with emergency services. Published Wednesday, April 15, 2020 11:06 pm
1669.	Bailey's Jewelry to close Golden East Mall store On site jewelers. In house Repair. Custom designs. Engraving. Putting customers first. These are all recipes employees at Bailey's in Rocky Mount attribute to their long lasting success. And they are all things these same employees will take with them as they move to another location at West End Plaza. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, January 31, 2007 12:05 am
1670.	Facing the trials of life with joy My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials." (James 1:2)History tells us that Thomas Edison invented the microphone, the phonograph, the incandescent light, the storage battery, movies with sound, and more than 1,000 other things. The truth is the quality of our lives has been immeasurably improved by the genius of a man who overcame dyslexia and found that there was a great deal to learn from the failures and trials that life brought his way. MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, September 4, 2019 10:38 pm
1671.	Historic home to be torn down NASHVILLE - The impending demolition of another historic Nashville home is spurring a cry for preservation measures before it's too late- including the creation of a new town committee.Three Nashville residents and The Graphic Publisher appealed to the town council at their Oct. 7 meeting, expressing their dismay and disappointment over reported plans by the Nashville Methodist Church to raze the Will Dozier House, built in 1903 and located at 111 S. Hilliard Street. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 8, 2025 10:03 pm
1672.	ROBERT "BOBBY" LEE BASS Published Sunday, January 3, 2021 10:46 am
1673.	COUNTY FUTSAL UPDATE NASH COUNTY -- Here are updated scores from the Nash County Parks and Recreation Department's Youth Futsal League: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, February 20, 2019 10:35 pm
1674.	Linda Brantley Huggins Published Wednesday, December 28, 2016 8:19 am
1675.	Officials say take it easy during warm weather Emergency officials are warning folks to take it easy in the summer sun.After a pretty mild June, July is cranking out some scorchers, which is dangerous for people who work -- or play -- outside. It's hottest from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day."Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening," said Brent Fisher, assistant director of Nash County Emergency Services, Emergency Management, and Fire and Rescue Services. LINDELL KAY, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, July 5, 2023 10:23 pm
1676.	Nashville to see increase in revenue for 2008-2009 Nashville’s Town Council met last Wednesday to discuss the town’s proposed $7 million budget. The 2008-2009 budget shows a significant increase in revenue due to the arrival of Wal-Mart and Fawn Electronics. However, Town Manager Preston Mitchell warned council members not to expect the budget to show such an increase every year. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, May 20, 2008 10:39 pm
1677.	EMS station closure four times last month downs prompts public concern The shutdown of a Bailey EMS station four times in October prompted a citizen's inquiry to the Nash County Board of Commissioners Monday.Freddy Howell of Zebulon appeared during the public comment section of the Nov. 6 Board meeting, saying that he needed to bring "the severity of the first responder" situation before commissioners. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, November 8, 2023 10:20 pm
1678.	Your support truly makes a difference in town! I was just thinking a few days ago of all the changes my generation has seen right here in Nashville. It seems like just yesterday I would sit in the newsroom of The Graphic, when it was located on Boddie Street, and glance up to see the policemen coming and going - since the police department was right across the street. And back then the fire department was on the corner. All three buildings are now gone. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, March 6, 2013 12:16 am
1679.	PEGGY JEAN BROWN PAGE Published Monday, March 8, 2021 4:15 pm
1680.	Funky Trunk opens in Nashville Toni Fink, Ana Joyner and Renee Silk are filling a void in Nashville with the recent opening of their consignment store and gift shop business The Funky Trunk. Nashville’s Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for the new business on Friday morning. In addition, grand opening celebrations were held on Saturday. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, May 22, 2012 10:59 pm
1681.	Nash County Blood Drives for December 2017 Thursday, December 7 from 10:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at the City of Rocky Mount employees, 1221 Thorpe Road, Rocky MountSunday, December 10 from 7 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at Word Tabernacle Church, 821 Word Plaza, Rocky MountWednesday, December 13 from 1 until 5 p.m. at State Employees Credit Union, 1201 Eastern Avenue, Nashville Published Wednesday, December 6, 2017 10:13 pm
1682.	Thankful for a true Christmas blessing this year Christmas is but just a few short days away and I have finally started my shopping, but it's pretty hard to top the gift our family has received just prior to Christmas. My oldest sister has been bravely fighting cancer since mid July. She has since then been undergoing treatments of radiation daily and chemotherapy weekly. There have been many days that she could have easily given up emotionally and mentally, but she didn't. She stayed strong-willed and kept her faith. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, December 19, 2006 11:08 pm
1683.	NPD to host block parties for local youth Nashville's Police Department is hosting several block parties in the coming weeks for youth in the area. The first will be held on Saturday, March 16 from 3 until 5 p.m. in the Nashville Elementary School gym. Interim Police Chief Joey Corbett said the event is a way to bring youth in the community together with police officers. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 13, 2019 10:33 pm
1684.	MILITARY NEWS Navy Seaman Elizabeth A. Mullins- Jones, daughter of Lynn Whitley of Elm City, recently graduated from the U.S. Coast Guard Recruit Training Center in Cape May, N. J. During the eight-week training program, Mullins- Jones completed a vigorous training curriculum consisting of academics and practical instruction on water safety and survival, military customs and courtesies, seamanship skills, first aid, fire fighting and marksmanship. A major emphasis is also placed on physical fitness, health and wellness. Published Tuesday, April 20, 2010 11:08 pm
1685.	Vigil planned Saturday for missing man The Nash County Sheriff's Office is still looking for a man who went missing over 13 years ago in Middlesex. Travis Lamont Lynch was last seen on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2003 around 1 a.m. in the Middlesex area. He was driving a white 1992 Pontiac Grand Am with the NC registration RZS-4814. Lynch reportedly had left his girlfriend's house that night on Claude Lewis Road and never returned home. Published Wednesday, September 14, 2016 10:48 pm
1686.	Nash County Blood Drives for July 2015 Tuesday, July 7 from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. at 1221 Thorpe Road, Rocky Mount. For City of Rocky Mount employeesFriday, July 10 from 1 until 7b p.m. at Petsmart, 1462 Jeffries Road, Rocky MountMonday, July 13 from 2 until 7 p.m. at Northside Community Church, 1660 Beaver Pond Drive, Rocky MountTuesday, July 14 from 9:15 until 11:30 a.m. at Boddie Noell, 1021 Noell Lane, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, July 1, 2015 10:40 pm
1687.	AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS No Aventon News this week, just thoughts.Grandkids are just that...GRAND! Easton, my five-year-old grandson, youngest son of Chason and Jennifer Ricks and brother Carter from Red Oak, gave me a chuckle one morning when I opened a kitchen cabinet and found his hidden treasure from the day before. Sunday afternoon playing around the house, I gave him a bag of Cotton Candy (it was ok; his parents were picking him up soon). JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, October 5, 2016 10:42 pm
1688.	Reader says facts clear up the horror stories Will this be TV drama and anything entertaining in the fall ? As the upcoming political bombardment of information works into TV and conversations, I am reminded of the story of the farmer who sent his son from the field to the house to get water. The team rested; he waited. The boy came back refreshed but brought no container. The farmer asked where was the water? The boy said " At the pump at the house where you sent me." LETTER TO THE EDITOR / Published Wednesday, August 3, 2016 10:37 pm
1689.	A few early N.C. Halloween treats In today’s world of getting the press out and scooping other news outlets, the Soapbox has decided to move Halloween up a week early just because Graphic readers deserve it. A few years ago, we ran a spooky column on North Carolina legends and ghost stories to a great response. We’ve unearthed a few more this year. Sources are listed at the end of this week’s column. You can find more such treats in those publications. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:43 pm
1690.	Nashville Council reviews annual budget Nashville's Town Council met on Friday for an all-day retreat, highlighting revenues and expenditures for the current year as well as for the upcoming fiscal year. The retreat was held for council members to offer additional input for the upcoming 2017-2018 budget. The board held its first retreat in February. Town Manager Henry Raper went over revenues with the council, providing figures for the current fiscal year as well as a budgeted figure for the upcoming fiscal year, a projected figure for the upcoming fiscal year and a forecasted figure for 2018. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 5, 2017 10:28 pm
1691.	Career & Technical Education open house is Feb. 28 Nash Community College (NCC) and Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools (NRMPS) will host sixth through twelfth grade students and their parents at the Eighth Annual Career & Technical Education Open House in the NCC Business and Industry Center on Tuesday, February 28th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., The event is free and everyone is welcome.During the showcase, attendees will explore classes that can be taken in Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools that align with classes and programs offered at Nash Community College. Published Wednesday, January 11, 2017 10:36 pm
1692.	All I want for Christmas is high-speed Internet Dear Santa, This year, all I want for Christmas is high speed internet. Thanks. Amanda PS: Sorry that there’s no milk and cookies. I tried to order a nice box of cookies online but I still have dial and after 30 minutes of trying, I finally gave up and decided to just go buy you a box from a local store. But the stress of dealing with dial-up made me eat your cookies. Amanda Clark / Published Tuesday, December 22, 2009 11:17 pm
1693.	Nash County Animal Friends' Notebook One of our rescue partners, Purr Partners Feline Rescue says it so well: "Did you know that kittens can become sexually mature at only 4 months old? That means that with a gestational period of about 9 weeks a cat can give birth by 6 months. The health and physical risks alone to the pregnant kitten are too scary to think of, not to mention the fact that a kitten does not have the proper mental capacity to raise kittens herself. CAROL VIERELA, NASH COUNTY ANIMAL FRIENDS / Published Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:26 pm
1694.	Merit made laws We hear often lately about federal legislation being interfered with by lobbies and it brings home more loudly what is happening in our state. With matters close to heart involving private property and integrity of elected officials to truly choose right in North Carolina, many of us are watching and praying. Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, August 25, 2009 11:11 pm
1695.	Nash anticipates drop in tax rate NASHVILLE - The proposed Nash County FY 2025 budget projects a drop in the property tax rate from the current 67 cents per $100 assessed value to 63 cents per $100 assessed value; after revaluation, even the drop is projected to generate a 20.8% increase, amounting to an estimated $68+ million in property tax money for the county's general fund. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 17, 2024 10:53 pm
1696.	Ready or not, we’re now foster parents! So, this weekend I brought home a furry guest. Yep, a new puppy, another pit bull puppy at that. This puppy though, who is now known as Nash around my house, is just a temporary guest. Last Wednesday night, my husband and I got to talking about the animals that were featured pets in The Nashville Graphic last week. Amanda Clark / Published Tuesday, September 7, 2010 10:44 pm
1697.	Ode to a sweet potato, the best time of the year It is without a doubt, my favorite time of the year.Fall is that time of year when we sleep better at night, there is a slight bite in the air and we can spend time outside without constantly swatting gnats (especially if you live in the southern end of the county).Things that sting and bite have begun searching out places to winter down, or simply left their future progeny behind. Some folks break out the fire pit. Mike Brantley / Published Thursday, October 22, 2015 12:28 am
1698.	RABON D. MANNING Published Wednesday, July 18, 2018 3:10 pm
1699.	Preparing for Christmas early may lead to last minute tradition With Thanksgiving behind us, it’s now time to start preparing for the holiday season. And, for the first time ever, I attempted to put up my Christmas tree the weekend after Thanksgiving. It’s a first because well, I’m a last minute person. I don’t usually put up my tree until I buy my first present. You can’t have a Christmas tree with no presents under it, right? So, my tree is up maybe a week before Christmas, if I’m lucky. A lot of times, I’ll put up my tree and two weeks later, it’s time to take it down. Amanda Clark / Published Tuesday, November 27, 2007 10:56 pm
1700.	You count – no matter WHERE you live! This just in: Your right to know what your government is doing now depends on WHERE you live. That’s what House Bill 193 would do, strip important public notices from newspapers only in the largest cities and counties in North Carolina, and hide them on obscure government web sites that are harder to crack than the DaVinci Code. Why? Only Rep. Paul “Skip” Stam knows for sure. He says often and to anyone who will listen that he loves newspapers. Says he reads five of them a day. Has nothing against them. Beth Grace, Executive Director, North Carolina Press Association / Published Tuesday, May 5, 2009 10:21 pm