The Nashville Graphic

2501.	Intersections: God and Life (41) So those who accepted his message were baptized, and that day about three thousand people were added. (42) They were devoting themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. (43) Reverential awe came over everyone, and many wonders and miraculous signs came about by the apostles. (44) All who believed were together and held everything in common, (45) and they began selling their property and possessions and distributing the proceeds to everyone, as anyone had need. CARLYLE HALL, JR. / Published Wednesday, October 5, 2022 11:01 pm
2502.	Spring Hope Church hosts seminar on violence Gone are the days where you can walk out of your home and leave your front door unlocked. With an ever changing society, even churches are having to look at ways to be less old-fashioned and more safe. Ricky Tucker passed that message along during a seminar Sunday evening at Peachtree Baptist Church. Tucker, who is a member of the church and also serves as the Director of Training and Special Programs for the NC State Capital Police, provided the seminar at Peachtree but all area churches were invited to attend. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, June 9, 2009 10:34 pm
2503.	Nash County Blood Drives for September 2013 Wednesday, September 4 from 10 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. at Lowe’s, 700 N. Wesleyan Boulevard, Rocky MountWednesday, September 4 from 3:15 until 6:15 p.m. at Chili’s Grill and Bar, 1276 Home Depot Plaza, Rocky Mount Published Tuesday, September 3, 2013 10:52 pm
2504.	My first Mother’s Day was fun, and a bit scary This weekend was a special one for me and my family. It was our first Blooming Festival with our little man and it was also my first Mother’s Day as a mom. I think we all enjoyed both. Having a kid makes the Blooming Festival much more fun. Amanda Clark / Published Tuesday, May 15, 2012 11:14 pm
2505.	Jeannie Joanne Mills Arnold Published Tuesday, April 25, 2017 2:41 pm
2506.	Vivian Lee Rawls Watkins Published Monday, September 3, 2018 4:49 pm
2507.	NCW coach nets victory ROCKY MOUNT -- Head Coach John Thompson reached a coaching milestone last Monday afternoon by notching the 300th victory of his career in North Carolina Wesleyan College's 75-66 win over Guilford College. Having joined Wesleyan prior to the 1995-1996 season, all 300 of Thompson's victories have come on the Battling Bishop sideline, and the veteran coach from Durham remains, by far, the most successful coach in program history. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, December 23, 2015 9:43 pm
2508.	LOUIS JOSEPH “BUD” HEFFNER, II Louis Joseph “Bud” Heffner, II, 75 died Saturday, August 13, 2011. He was born March 8, 1936 in Erie, PA son of the late Louis J. and Erna Wiedeman Heffner. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Charles Heffner. Published Tuesday, August 16, 2011 11:46 pm
2509.	Remembering a very special lady in my life It's rare I write about personal things in this space. Typically there's so much going on between town business, schools, and county happenings it makes for a lot of opinions to offer.However, today as you read your Nashville Graphic, a faithful reader and long-time member of the Elm Grove community has been laid to rest.Inez Cooper, better known as MaNez to hundreds around this area and across many areas of North Carolina, passed away Sunday, July 25th at the age of 95. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, July 28, 2021 10:21 pm
2510.	Intersections: God and Life Death Affects Those Who Love Jesus, Too!John 11:17-27, CSV17 When Jesus arrived, he found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb four days. 18 Bethany was near Jerusalem (less than two miles away). 19 Many of the Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them about their brother. CARLYLE HALL / Published Wednesday, June 5, 2019 11:13 pm
2511.	Wells named Small Business Champion for North Carolina The National Federation of Independent Business, North Carolina’s leading small business association, has named Mary P. Wells as its 2008 Small Business Champion in North Carolina. Wells has been an NFIB member since buying One Hour Koretizing Cleaners & Laundry in Rocky Mount in 1976. Published Tuesday, March 11, 2008 11:02 pm
2512.	Local man adds skydiving to his list of accomplishments A circus performer, wartime naval captain, long time gospel preacher and now at 98, a one-time skydiver - Roy Jernigan has always lived life to the fullest.Born and raised in Bailey, Jernigan labored on the family farm through the Great Depression, signed up for the Navy in 1942, survived three wars, worked at the White House and celebrated his birthday Tuesday by jumping out of a perfectly good airplane. He's flown in aircraft before, but had never jumped out of one until he took that ultimate leap in Southport earlier this week. LINDELL KAY, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, January 25, 2023 10:28 pm
2513.	Nash County switches banking to Southern Bank Nash County Commissioners agreed last Monday morning to switch its banking institution to Southern Bank. Commissioners approved a three-year agreement with Southern Bank after receiving proposals from Southern Bank and PNC Bank. Donna Wood, Finance Officer for Nash County, initially presented the request to commissioners at the regular board meeting on Monday, January 4 but commissioners tabled the request until the board's work session on Monday, January 11 since all commissioners were not present at the January 4 meeting. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, January 20, 2016 11:10 pm
2514.	Luke's Word for the Week Two weeks ago in our time together we learned about the nature of Jesus, which according to Mark 1:21-28 is to administer healing to hurting people. We can take the liberty of being bold in saying that healing is in the nature of Jesus because his healings are numerous throughout the Gospels and here in the book of Mark, we find it's the first public miracle in Mark's gospel. Not only was it a healing, but it was a healing of a man possessed by a demon - a man was healed as Jesus cast out the demonic forces that were ruining his life. LUKE WHITEHEAD / Published Wednesday, October 19, 2016 10:38 pm
2515.	Elected official responds to political allegations Dear Editor: For the past thirteen years I have had the privilege of pastoring Word Tabernacle Church where we believe that not everyone in the community will belong to our church but the church belongs to everyone in the community. It was my honor to run as a candidate for House District 25 to represent Rocky Mount and Nash County in the North Carolina General Assembly. I am excited to be sworn in as your Representative in January 2019. LETTER: / Published Wednesday, November 28, 2018 10:38 pm
2516.	Teen’s essay honors grandfather, wins top honors A Nash County native was honored by his granddaughter recently in a special essay that led to her laying a wreath on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Published Tuesday, July 31, 2007 11:26 pm
2517.	Christmas Essay Contest Winners, 1 Christmas means many things to me. Christmas means Santa coming to my house to give my family presents. Christmas means getting together with my family and having a wonderful time. Christmas means my elf on the shelf coming to watch me and my siblings. Christmas means to celebrate Jesus' birth. Christmas means baking cookies and decorating them with my mom and little sister. Christmas means building gingerbread houses with my mom and little sister. Christmas means to love. Christmas is all about spreading the joy of Jesus and remembering the true reason we celebrate Christmas. Taylor McIntrye3rd GradeSwift Creek Elementary Published Wednesday, December 23, 2015 9:43 pm
2518.	Juggling kids with a broken ankle makes for good stories Apparently having three small children wasn't exciting enough for me so I decided to give it a try with only one working leg. Last Wednesday afternoon, I picked my boys up from the babysitter and rushed home to get dinner started. I was trying to get a ham in the oven to cook a few hours. It was such a pretty day I thought while the ham was cooking, I'd take the boys outside to play. I wasn't even home 30 minutes before that plan changed. Amanda Clark / Published Wednesday, March 30, 2016 10:55 pm
2519.	Man shot on Hwy. 64 A Raleigh man was shot on Highway 64 after leaving a Nashville apartment complex last week.Nashville Police Chief Anthony Puckett said Christopher Horne was at an apartment complex in Nashville just before 1 a.m. on Thursday, January 21. Horne and three others reportedly left the apartment and were traveling on Highway 64 West. Published Wednesday, January 27, 2021 10:59 pm
2520.	DONALD RAY ODOM Published Monday, October 12, 2020 4:33 pm
2521.	Nash County Blood Drives for March 2013 Tuesday, March 5 from 2:30 until 7 p.m. at Rocky Mount Moose Lodge, 521 Country Club, Rocky Mount Sunday, March 10 from 1 until 5 p.m. at Englewood United Methodist Church, 300 S. Circle Drive, Rocky Mount Monday, March 11 from 3 until 7 p.m. at Nashville United Methodist Church, 209 East Washington Street, Nashville Published Tuesday, February 26, 2013 11:09 pm
2522.	Saluting a one in a million photographer and firefighter A phone call I've been expecting came with the news that the legendary Bob Bartosz had passed away.You've seen his name on the pages of this newspaper capturing moments in photographs when there was a major accident, fire or even during the flooding from Hurricane Matthew.Bob dropped by the newspaper when he and his wife moved to Nash County. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, June 5, 2024 10:25 pm
2523.	Nash County Blood Drives for October 2013 Thursday, October 10 from 12 until 6 p.m. at Englewood Presbyterian Church, 100 South Englewood Drive, Rocky MountFriday, October 11 from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Englewood Presbyterian Church, 100 South Englewood Drive, Rocky Mount Published Tuesday, October 8, 2013 10:44 pm
2524.	Jerrdin Henry Sherrod, Sr. Published Thursday, August 24, 2017 3:55 pm
2525.	You may lose reliable access to public information It seems that government is up to its old tricks again, and this time, you may lose easy reliable access to important information that could affect your way of life! House Bill 193 has been introduced in the North Carolina House of Representatives. This bill, if passed, will give local government agencies the option to pass an ordinance allowing public notices to be posted on their own websites instead of being published in newspapers. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, March 17, 2009 10:11 pm
2526.	So much to be thankful for, especially the gravy Well, it's not like you didn't see it coming. Of course, Thanksgiving Week you are going to get a Thanksgiving Column in this space known as the Soapbox. The sappier the better, I say. But, many of you will be so drowsy from overeating on Thursday you might not be able to tell the difference. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, November 21, 2006 11:59 pm
2527.	You wanted it: 2021 is here, and anti resoltuions That's enough about 2020. For the next little bit, I'm going to just say "last year," so it seems like any other year.Regular readers know this is the time of year for my anti-resolutions. The Soapbox knew resolutions were unfashionable long before "influencers" said it was so.It doesn't take an advanced degree to figure "resolving" to lose 100 pounds in 12 months or get rich doesn't usually work out. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, January 6, 2021 10:36 pm
2528.	State shouldn’t cut early childhood education budgets It’s no secret that the United States is in an economic mess right now. Municipalities all over the world are facing revenue shortfalls and are having to be creative, in essence, to balance budgets. Right here in North Carolina, the General Assembly is looking at things to cut to make ends meet. Some of these cuts bother me. Both the House and Senate have passed policy and budget provisions which will significantly affect early childhood education programs. If there’s one place North Carolina needs to be making cuts, it’s not in early childhood education. Amanda Clark / Published Wednesday, April 22, 2009 12:50 am
2529.	Nashville Town Council looks at recycling numbers Nashville's Town Council received a mini lesson on recycling during their regular meeting Tuesday night. Mark Myers, General Manager of the local Waste Industry Recycling branch in Rocky Mount, came before the board to speak on recycling and its effect in Nashville. Councilman Donald Street had requested someone come and speak about the recycling process to the council and its citizens. By Amanda Clark / Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, April 4, 2007 3:34 am
2530.	Luke's Word for the Week It was a beautiful day in Eastern Carolina as I made my way across the front yard, venturing out to the mailbox. I had just seen the mail truck leave on a hot, sultry day across the coastal plain. I was a bit bored and decided to be a good boy and retrieve the mail. Upon reaching in the mailbox and pulling out the mail, I noticed something laying on the top of the stack of mail. I had never in my life seen something like this. It was amazing. It was life changing. LUKE WHITEHEAD / Published Wednesday, March 15, 2017 10:31 pm
2531.	Nash County Animal Friends' Notebook Sometimes.... it doesn't seem like that there are many pets available at the Shelter. But if you visit, there may be someone there that you will fall in love with. There may be pets not photographed who have just arrived. Some of the pets at the Shelter are there for things such as bite quarantines (they are seldom available) or their owners are known. CAROL VIERELA NASH, COUNTY ANIMAL FRIENDS / Published Wednesday, April 19, 2017 11:00 pm
2532.	Red Oak hosts first Christmas parade The first ever Christmas parade was held this past Saturday in Red Oak. Though it turned out to be a rainy day, the rain held off during the parade. Despite the rain, Red Oak Town Clerk Tracy Shearin said the second annual "Christmas in Red Oak" was a success. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 4, 2019 10:42 pm
2533.	Castalia cracks down on code violators Castalia commissioners voted last Tuesday to proceed to the next step of enforcement for several area residents whom the town has deemed in violation of code violations regarding animal, safety, cleanliness and general property appearance issues. The town hall was packed on December 6 as the town board issued its ruling. Amelia Harper, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, December 13, 2011 11:05 pm
2534.	Turn to God's word for help Several years ago, I had a meeting in Washington, D.C. and heard a surprisingly honest and sincere speech by then Ohio Congressman, John Kasich. It's been a while so you may not remember Kasich when he was in Washington. He was a nine-term Congressman and became Chairman of the House Budget Committee when the Republicans gained control of Congress in 1994. MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, June 16, 2021 10:18 pm
2535.	Word for the Week One of the hardest parts of being in ministry, especially as a former therapist, is not being able to offer an instant solution to someone experiencing adversity. Oftentimes there is no quick-fix suggestion or magic wand I can wave over someone's troubles to make them disappear. From marital strife, to addiction, to depression, to parenting challenges, to financial strains, to grief and loss. Whatever the stressor, life can be hard. So can rising above the hardship. NICHOLE HUFF / Published Wednesday, June 12, 2019 10:29 pm
2536.	Local homeschool class celebrates graduation The Christian Homeschool Association of Rocky Mount (CHARM) celebrated the graduation of 13 high school students on Saturday, June 4, in a ceremony at Englewood Baptist Church in Rocky Mount. “You are a select group of individuals that have been given the opportunity to be educated not by the government, but by those more important to you, your parents. Contributed / Published Tuesday, June 28, 2011 10:39 pm
2537.	My synopsis after touring the jail house Last week, I had the opportunity to visit the Nash County Detention Center. The detention center has received a lot of attention over the past few months and I thought a visit was necessary so I could see for myself what was going on inside the walls. I was escorted by two of the Nash County Sheriff Office's top officers as well as one of the top officers in the detention center and a fairly new detention officer. Amanda Clark / Published Wednesday, September 4, 2019 10:38 pm
2538.	RICHARD WAYNE MARKS, SR. Published Wednesday, May 2, 2018 3:28 pm
2539.	Momeyer Ruritans Momeyer ruritan Officers pose with US Congressman Don Davis. Pictured, left to right: Pat Cooper, Vice-President; Don Davis, U.S. Congressman; Brent Leggett, President; Jordan Jackson Felton, Secretary. Contributed photo Published Wednesday, April 30, 2025 10:08 pm
2540.	COUNTY LINE RACE RESULTS ELM CITY -- Listed are results from Oct. 1 action at County Line Raceway: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, October 12, 2016 11:21 pm
2541.	There's nothing like a good country doctor This week's Backward Glance photo brought a smile to my face but also left me a bit melancholy.Dr. L.A. High was our family doctor throughout my childhood and teen years up until his retirement.I recall him visiting our home on a few occasions as a house call for medical care. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, September 15, 2021 10:25 pm
2542.	CHRISTOPHER "CHRIS" EUGENE TAYLOR Published Tuesday, October 29, 2024 8:37 am
2543.	Thousands of animals need your heart I love animals. I’m not sure where that love came from but ever since I was a little girl, I’ve loved cats, dogs, hamsters, fish, goats, pigs, really any animal except for the slimy ones like lizards and snakes. Currently, my house is full of cats and dogs. I have four cats that stay inside. When we moved to our new home, there was a cat outside and he wouldn’t leave so we kept him too. He stays outside and is our guard kitty. We also have two dogs, American Pit Bull Terriers. They stay inside too. I’ll be honest. My husband and I are one of those crazy people that treat our animals like kids. Those two dogs, Abby and Sheba, are our children. Amanda Clark / Published Tuesday, July 28, 2009 10:36 pm
2544.	Nash County Blood Drives - October 2022 Nashville10/8/2022: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Town Council Chambers, Town Council Chambers, 114 W. Church Street10/11/2022: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., Momeyer Baptist Church, 4967 Momeyer Way Published Wednesday, September 28, 2022 10:21 pm
2545.	Wesleyan President's son follows in his footsteps - 40 years later Dr. Dewey Clark, President of North Carolina Wesleyan College, pays close attention to numbers. When his son, Nick, decided he would join Wesleyan's Class of 2022 this fall, Dr. Clark realized something. Nick would be attending Wesleyan exactly 40 years after he arrived on campus as a freshman in the fall of 1978. Dr. Clark and Nick are excited for the adventure that awaits Nick at Wesleyan. Published Wednesday, July 4, 2018 10:54 pm
2546.	Letters to Santa Dear Santa Claus Please bring me some Barbies and some makeup. I love you. Love, Laken 6 years old Dear Santa Claus How are you? I am fine. I want to see you at school so I can shake your hand. Please bring me a black power wheels truck. Love, Jason 5 years old Published Tuesday, December 18, 2007 11:14 pm
2547.	NN's Quick Work ROCKY MOUNT - Northern Nash is one victory -- or tie -- away from a first in school history. A boys soccer league championship. By Geoff Neville, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, October 17, 2006 11:09 pm
2548.	PARAMEDIC TRAINING Seven students graduated from Edgecombe Community College's Paramedic program on January 17. The graduation ceremony featured comments by Dr. Patrick Heins, president of ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital and a member of the ECC Board of Trustees. The one-year Paramedic program includes classroom instruction, clinical rotations, and an EMS field internship. Published Wednesday, February 1, 2023 10:47 pm
2549.	Forced annexation is not freedom and equality Dear Editor, The U.S. government and the American way of life are based on the ideals of freedom and equality. As U.S. citizens, we are all guaranteed the same rights and freedoms. These rights and freedoms are protected by laws. Thus, they cannot be taken from any citizen who follows the laws of his or her community, state, and country. As a U.S. citizen, you must be willing to do your share to protect this heritage of liberty. It has been handed down from one generation of Americans to the next for more than 200 years. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: / Published Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:13 pm
2550.	Never trust a cat –– or your family! I’ve never been a “cat person.”Never under any circumstance, would I ever, never, ever have a cat in the house.You can’t trust a cat.I’m allergic to cats. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, July 30, 2013 10:57 pm
2551.	Glover Park property damaged during break-in Glover Park was burglarized two weeks ago, causing around $700 in damage. According to Nashville Police Chief Bill Creech, the incident occured after hours, sometime between 9:30 p.m. on April 17 and 7 a.m. on April 18. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, May 1, 2007 11:45 pm
2552.	Nash County Blood Drives for August 2008 Tuesday, 8/5/08 from 12:00 - 4:30 p.m. at Moore Chiropractic Injury & Rehabilitation, 1461 Hunter Hill Rd., Rocky Mount; Published Tuesday, July 22, 2008 10:25 pm
2553.	Library location is victory for all of Nashville One of the most exciting things to happen in Nashville in years took place in one of the least likely locations last Thursday — a public hearing. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, May 31, 2006 12:37 am
2554.	LEWIS DWIGHT SHEARIN Lewis Dwight Shearin, 65, passed away Wednesday, October 12, 2011. He was born July 21, 1946 in Nash County. He was preceded in death by his father, Lewis Palmer Shearin and mother, Doreatha Joyner Shearin; and his nephew, William Hugh Shearin, Jr. (Will). Published Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 pm
2555.	Speaker Chief Deputy Brandon Medina, of the Nash County Sheriff's Office, was the guest speaker on November 20 at the regular meeting of the Nashville Business and Professional Women's Club. Medina spoke on holiday, home and financial safety. Published Wednesday, November 29, 2017 11:39 pm
2556.	A time machine can be just the pill for quarantine Like many of you, I'm trying to make the most of my quarantine time.I mentioned in a recent column that I've never gotten my yard into such good shape and I've been trying to get the house in order.This has led to the "going through" of many boxes and with that, many memories have resurfaced. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, May 27, 2020 10:31 pm
2557.	Let's cut through the smelly stuff, more opinions on the elections If you can stand one more set of opinions about last week's elections, maybe the Soapbox can tell you something you haven't heard — it ain't all it's cracked up to be. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, November 14, 2006 11:21 pm
2558.	Census data aids Nashville’s revenue Nashville Town Manager Preston Mitchell announced at the town’s recent budget work session that he doesn’t expect any major impacts on the 2011-2012 finances from the state according to the most recent update on the Senate’s proposed budget, but there will be some indirect and minor ramifications. He also informed the council that Nashville was one of only three municipalities to have a higher 2010 Census count than the 2009 state estimate and had the highest numerical increase in Nash County. Jo Anne Cooper, Graphic Publisher / Published Tuesday, May 31, 2011 10:40 pm
2559.	BRENDA ADAMS WEAVER Brenda Adams Weaver, 61, passed away on July 8, 2015. Published Thursday, July 9, 2015 11:32 am
2560.	Charlie Michael "Mike" Bunn Published Monday, April 4, 2016 2:54 pm
2561.	RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVES Rocky Mount7/8/2024: 1:30 p.m. - 6 p.m., St. Paul Baptist Church, 1151 N. Winstead Avenue7/10/2024: 12 p.m. - 4:45 p.m., Englewood Baptist Church- Edge Building, 1350 S Winstead Ave Published Wednesday, July 24, 2024 10:26 pm
2562.	Nashville applies for home rehab funds NASHVILLE - Seven or more low-income homes in severe need of renovations have a chance of being razed to the ground and re-built, now that the town has signed on to work with a consulting company to apply for grant funding.It will be the first time that the town of Nashville has been involved in a grant project that would cover both demolition and rehabilitation of homes, with 2004 the last time a similar rehabilitation project was done. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, June 25, 2025 10:02 pm
2563.	Chamber names Brantley Distinguished Citizen A lifelong Nash County resident was this year’s recipient of the Distinguished Citizen Award. Wilmer A. “Sonny” Brantley was recognized last Thursday night during the Nashville Chamber’s annual Distinguished Citizen Reception. Chamber board member Cliff Joyner presented the award to Brantley. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:33 pm
2564.	Funny how things change over the years The trouble with “the good old days” is that you don’t realize when they were until they’ve come and gone. This is often compounded by the fact that the more amount of time that passes, the “gooder” the “good old days” were. When I was a child, Thanksgiving Dinner was always at Granny Lucy’s house, and in those days, Dinner was the midday meal. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, November 23, 2010 10:58 pm
2565.	James "Jim" Frederick Bishop, Jr. Published Monday, July 18, 2016 9:30 am
2566.	Council presented study of water, sewer systems Nashville's water and sewer systems are in need of some TLC, preliminary findings from an asset inventory assessment show.Council members approved last January funding an asset inventory assessment at a cost of $300,000 to help the town identify repairs and upgrades needed on its water and sewer system. Mike Tolson, Principal Engineer at Mack Gay and Associates, provided preliminary findings to town council members last week.Tolson said work was wrapping up on the town's sewer system, with 90 to 95 percent of the town's manholes checked. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, January 11, 2023 10:28 pm
2567.	Local girl leads school in 2006 Heart Walk It was cold but still they came bundled up to represent one of their own; a smiling fourth-grader on a mission. Nashville Elementary School participated for the first time in the 2006 Rocky Mount Heart Walk last Saturday morning, November 4. Ten-year-old Courtney Moss and her family led the way for the three-mile walk through downtown Rocky Mount. Several teachers, parents and even students participated in the event, raising over $5,000 in honor of Courtney. The money will benefit the American Heart Association. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, November 14, 2006 11:21 pm
2568.	NASHVILLE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1957 REUNION –– The Nashville High School Class of 1957 held its 55th class reunion on April 28, 2012 at Nashville United Methodist Church. Published Tuesday, August 28, 2012 11:06 pm
2569.	Christmas gifts for outrageous shoppers It always seems that when Thanksgiving comes late, people get a late start on their Christmas shopping. Sure, there is Black Friday, but we all know that is less about shopping and more about women’s version of deer hunting. Then there’s Cyber Monday, when all across America people take a break from using Facebook at work to shop for Christmas gifts. That’s more about just changing up the way you goof off. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, December 7, 2010 11:10 pm
2570.	RED OAK NEWS The Baptist Men enjoyed their monthly breakfast meeting on Sunday, December 18.Red Oak United Methodist Church will have a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at the Fisher Farm on Saturday, December 24 at 5:00 pm. Everyone is welcome! The Christmas Eve Candlelight and Communion Service will be at 5:30 pm at Red Oak Baptist Church on Saturday, December 24 in the Family Life Center. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:00 pm
2571.	Rosters finalized for event NASH COUNTY -- The North Carolina roster has been finalized for the North Carolina/South Carolina All-Star Men’s Basketball Classic. The event will be held March 17 at Socastee High School in Myrtle Beach. On March 16, there will be a 3-point Contest and Dunk Contest at Myrtle Beach high School. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, February 14, 2012 11:23 pm
2572.	Birthdays should in no way be considered bad days Most Sundays, I sit behind a rowdy group of octogenarian ladies at church. When I ask how they're doing, I never get "My bunions are acting up" or "I think the gout is coming on."No, there's usually some sass and always some humor. This past week was no exception. (Names have been abbreviated to protect identities and my backside from catching a swift kick). Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, March 25, 2026 10:15 pm
2573.	Local trio retire from NC Highway Patrol Three Nashville area men who began working with the North Carolina Highway Patrol around the same time in the early 80s are now celebrating retirement together. Eddie Thomas, Daniel Bass and Randy Lamm all retired from the Highway Patrol within a month of each other. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, August 7, 2012 11:31 pm
2574.	NASHVILLE POLICE REPORTS INCIDENTSAn intoxicated and disruptive and trespassing was reported on 5/25/19 at L&L14, 479 W Washington StreetA driving while impaired was reported on 5/26/19 on US 64 in the Eastbound Lane near the Red Oak Road exit Published Wednesday, June 5, 2019 11:13 pm
2575.	RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVES Rocky Mount7/8/2024: 1:30 p.m. - 6 p.m., St. Paul Baptist Church, 1151 N. Winstead Avenue7/10/2024: 12 p.m. - 4:45 p.m., Englewood Baptist Church- Edge Building, 1350 S Winstead Ave7/17/2024: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Honeywell Corporation, 3475 Wesleyan Blvd Published Wednesday, July 17, 2024 10:40 pm
2576.	Pumpkin Festival starts Thursday This weekend will mark the 35th annual Pumpkin Festival in Spring Hope. Here is a schedule of events for the weekend. Published Tuesday, October 3, 2006 11:08 pm
2577.	Pell, Roy Cooper inducted into SAR The North Carolina Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (NCSSAR) inducted North Carolina Governor Roy Asberry Cooper, III and his brother Judge Pell Carlton Cooper into the Society on March 28. The ceremony was held in the historic House chambers on the second floor of the State Capital in Raleigh. The Governor was accompanied by First Lady Kristin Cooper. Published Wednesday, May 23, 2018 10:47 pm
2578.	A few answers to recent concerns Several issues have recently attracted my attention from the media and citizens questions. I’m addressing several of these today. Recently several citizens, myself included, received a solicitation in the mail offering coverage of repairs to your water lines from the street to the house. I threw mine in the trash. Bill Creech, Nashville Chief of Police / Published Tuesday, February 16, 2010 10:23 pm
2579.	A Father’s Day gift you can’t buy at a store They used to say that Mother’s Day was the busiest holiday for the post office and for the phone company. They also used to say that Father’s Day was the day the phone company saw the most “collect” phone calls. Over the years, there have been all kinds of jokes about Father’s Day, most not suitable for print. Maybe it has to do with how TV sitcoms have portrayed Dads the last couple of years — goofy, dumb nitwits who constantly have to be “saved” by the Mom. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, June 15, 2010 10:32 pm
2580.	Astronauts return after getting stranded in space You may have seen in the news last week that a pair of astronauts that had been stranded in space are being retrieved by a private company. It's pretty amazing.I avoided reading too much about the story because of the anxiety it caused. Astronauting has to be the worst job in the world and I wonder why so many of my childhood friends wanted to be astronauts. Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams were supposed to go to the International Space Station for 10 days and then return. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, March 19, 2025 10:12 pm
2581.	Lone action not so good if trying to “unite” board Reports recently divulged that one of our county commissioners seemed to have taken it upon himself to contact NC House Representative Jeff Collins requesting that Nash County be included in NC Senate Bill 236 which would have given county commissioners the option to assume ownership and authority over school facilities and construction. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, July 23, 2013 10:58 pm
2582.	Rezoning denied for Castalia subdivision NASHVILLE- For the second time this year, and again by a split vote of 4-3, Nash commissioners have denied conditional rezoning permission for the proposed Wildlife Road subdivision in Castalia.Owner/developer Little Bear Creek Properties requested conditional rezoning to allow construction of 122 lots on the 151.6 acre parcel located off Wildlife Road under the RA-30-CZ designation, which is smaller than the R-40 currently permitted under A-1 zoning. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 8, 2025 10:03 pm
2583.	NPD Officer Spotlight The Nashville Graphic is introducing new officers of the Nashville Police Department this month as part of an "Officer Spotlight" series. This week's article features Officer Zachary Webb. Published Wednesday, July 4, 2018 10:54 pm
2584.	Spring Hope to re-establish technical review SPRING HOPE - In an attempt to gain better control over incoming subdivision requests, Spring Hope is working to re-establish a Technical Review Committee. In addition, commissioners are considering a policy change about the distinction between major and minor subdivisions. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 18, 2026 9:53 pm
2585.	NC State Senate District 4: Edward Jones Edward Jones Age: 62 Published Tuesday, October 23, 2012 11:14 pm
2586.	It's time for all to come to the table to combat crime Our news email is flooded with press releases and updates regarding the recent violent crimes in Rocky Mount. Typically we focus our coverage on Nashville and other areas of Nash County leaving the City of Rocky Mount government and happenings to the newspaper in Rocky Mount. However the recent escalation, or should I say explosion, of crime in Rocky Mount is now something that affects all of Nash County, not just the city. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, May 11, 2022 11:29 pm
2587.	NASH COUNTY BLOOD DRIVES Bailey8/14/2021: 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Bailey Chamber of Commerce, 6270 Main Street Published Wednesday, August 11, 2021 10:21 pm
2588.	Troxler appoints Bissette Assistant Commissioner Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler recently announced several staff appointments at the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, including a Spring Hope man. Scott Bissette, of Spring Hope, was appointed as Assistant Commissioner overseeing the NC Forest Service. He had been serving in the interim since December. Published Tuesday, March 19, 2013 11:26 pm
2589.	Belated resolutions for the New Year I'm not going to lie: I was glad to see 2015 put in the rear view mirror. While I did have my first book published, there were some dark days last year. But now, we have a new year filled with optimism, and some really strange weather so far. If you don't get stuck in my yard on your vehicle, you've already had a good day. In this spirit, I've compiled, a bit belated, my resolutions for 2016: Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, January 13, 2016 10:24 pm
2590.	Spring Hope offices to move to Main Street Spring Hope Commissioners voted Monday to rent a new temporary location to house the town's police department and administrative offices while the construction of the new building is in progress. The interim location will be in the former Animal Shack located at the corner of Main Street and Pine. According to Town Manager John Holpe, these offices will move to the new location sometime between November and December. By Amelia Harper, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, October 10, 2006 11:15 pm
2591.	SANTA CAME TO TOWN! Nashville's Christmas Celebration was held in downtown Saturday featuring a children's bicycle parade and contest, activities for children, and the arrival of Santa Claus.Snowflakes fell on Boddie Street while children enjoyed making crafts and holiday activities.Pictured above, Naomi Ricks prepares to walk in the parade. Ricks won first place, receiving $50, for the most creative entry. Published Wednesday, December 8, 2021 10:09 pm
2592.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS We have all been so blessed that the lord has provided us with these beautiful days lately. The Peachtree Baptist Church Congregation met on one of those beautiful days last Sunday.The Sanctuary flower arrangement Sunday was presented to glorify God by Cheryl and Doug Hayes in loving memory of Cheryl's brother and friend, Steve Johnson, who would have been 72 on January 26th. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, January 30, 2019 10:45 pm
2593.	CLARENCE EUGENE CHRISTMAN Published Tuesday, December 9, 2025 10:26 pm
2594.	Our small towns seem to be paying close attention Kudos to both Momeyer and Red Oak town leaders for paying close attention to state legislation which could potentially have a profound affect on small towns.Red Oak is sending its official opposition to HB 765 which could force towns to allow more development than desired, or than a town can support due to relaxing development regulations and/or removing some of that control from local governments.Momeyer is reaching out to residents in its ETJ due to a bill in both the NC Senate and House that could potentially eliminate ETJ boundaries. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, May 21, 2025 10:41 pm
2595.	There are a lot of issues right here at home As America was anxiously awaiting the 'big debate' Tuesday night between the Republican and Democratic presidential nominees, I couldn't help to be equally, if not more, concerned about what's going on right here in North Carolina, Nash County and Nashville.First - let me preface the next part of this column that I do not have anything against private schools. In fact, I believe there are cases where enrolling a child into a private school makes for the best choice for some children and family situations. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, September 11, 2024 10:30 pm
2596.	THOMAS “TOMMY” PAUL BENSON, JR. Thomas “Tommy” Paul Benson Jr., age 57, passed away on Tuesday, April 24, 2012. Born in Nash County on April 09, 1955, he was the son of the late Thomas Paul Benson Sr. and Frances Caroline Jilcott Benson. He was preceded in death by his sister, Frances Elizabeth Benson. Published Tuesday, May 1, 2012 11:04 pm
2597.	CASTALIA JULY 4TH Castalia Fourth of July Committee members are calling this year’s festivities a success, despite an afternoon thunderstorm sneaking up on festivities and delaying fireworks for around an hour. Anna Joyner, who is the Parade Coordinator for Castalia’s July Fourth events, said the fireworks, which were scheduled to start after 9:15 p.m., did not start until 10:30 p.m. Joyner said she has heard that there were a lot of disappointed citizens but said public safety was the main reason for the delay. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, July 10, 2012 10:44 pm
2598.	Now I know why they call it Terrible Twos! I’m not sure how much longer I will be able to handle having a two-year-old. Every day with Corbin is like a day in a zoo full of wild monkeys. Corbin climbs on everything, he throws stuff, he hits and he puts everything in his mouth. He gets at least one bruise each week. He gets in trouble every single day, multiple times a day. Getting in trouble doesn’t phase him one bit. Amanda Clark / Published Tuesday, July 2, 2013 10:45 pm
2599.	Nashville Christmas Celebration is Dec. 6th Nashville’s Children’s Christmas Parade and Celebration will be held on Saturday, December 6 in downtown Nashville. The event will begin at 3:45 p.m. Children 12 years old or younger are invited to come out with their decorated bikes, wagons, scooters, strollers or themselves and take part in this annual event. Published Tuesday, December 2, 2008 11:13 pm
2600.	Spring Hope to hold hearings on code, zoning violations SPRING HOPE - Several dilapidated structures in town, both commercial and residential, are due for required code or zoning violation hearings as a first step in enforcing cleanup.Shawn Lucas, code enforcer, told town commissioners that Dec. 17 hearings were scheduled with the owners of 120 S. Ash Street (an old hardware store); 409 W. Main Street (an accessory storage building that had a tree fall on it); 804 E. Nash Street (reportedly the site of tires, tractor trailers and "junky materials"); and 206 Hopkins Avenue (site of an un-permitted shipping container). NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 11, 2024 10:25 pm