The Nashville Graphic

2801.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a beautiful summer morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Pastor Whitehouse’s sermon topic was, “Don’t Lose heart, but Always Pray.” It was based on a parable of Jesus found in Luke 18:1-8. It refers to the Second Coming of Jesus, which will be sudden and unexpected. To strengthen faith we must maintain an active prayer life. Do not grow weary of praying. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, June 26, 2012 10:46 pm
2802.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS I hope all the mothers had a really nice Mother's Day on Sunday. We had a great service at Beulah Church of Christ. The attendance was good and we were so thankful to have a lot of visitors. The sermon was brought to us by our minister Chris Matchem and was on "Mothers are the Best Preachers." Chris and his wife, Bre, also sang a duet, which was beautiful. We were also blessed with a solo by Mary Lee Bass, which was beautiful. God has blessed all them with a special talent and we look forward to hearing from them all again. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Wednesday, May 13, 2015 11:32 pm
2803.	NRMS Superintendent responds to report The Nash-Rocky Mount Public School System is taking significant steps to improve the health of the district.Earlier this month, the State Board of Education announced that the district was once again on the list of low performing school districts in the state. This is the third year the district has been on the list. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, September 20, 2017 10:30 pm
2804.	GEORGE EARL BROWN George Earl Brown, 91, passed away Sunday, April 5, 2015. Earl was born in Nash County to the late Willie Benjamin and Anna Cooper Brown. He was also predeceased by his wife, Shirley Hayes Brown; son, David Earl Brown; and sister, Etta Brown Jones. Staff / Published Wednesday, April 8, 2015 11:54 pm
2805.	BETHEL HEROES MEET UDC Bethel Heroes Chapter 636 held its November meeting at the Braswell Memorial Library. Guest speaker was Hoyle Kip Vinson, Commander, of the SVC Robert Henry Ricks Camp 75 located in Rocky Mount. Commander Vinson spoke about an upcoming joint fund raiser between the Robert Henry Ricks Camp 75 and Bethel Heroes Chapter 636. Published Tuesday, November 26, 2013 10:57 pm
2806.	Intersections: God and Life Have you ever seen something spectacular? It took your breath away, and since that day or that moment, you just cannot get the memory out of your head.I have some of those moments etched in my mind and upon my heart. So, I vividly recall the birth of our son, Benjamin. I was stopped by a deputy sheriff on our way to the hospital that night (yes, I was in a hurry) and I was amazed about all that was taking place in the hospital room but the most amazing thing for me was when the doctor asked if I would cut the umbilical cord. I will never forget that moment. CARLYLE HALL / Published Wednesday, August 29, 2018 10:49 pm
2807.	BILLY RAY SANDERS Billy Ray Sanders, 58, passed away on Thursday, May 24, 2012. He was born November 30, 1953 in Franklin County to the late James Edward and Vera Mae Williams Sanders. Billy is preceded in death by one brother James Sanders and two sisters Brenda Sanders and Wanda Sanders. Published Tuesday, May 29, 2012 10:46 pm
2808.	Birds Blast Wildcats CLEVELAND -- Southern Nash is off to its best boys basketball start in recent memory -- and the Firebirds headed to Johnston County last Saturday to prove their strong record is no fluke.Southern kept its momentum going by roaring past West Johnston in the opening round of the Cleveland Classic Christmas Basketball Tournament. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, December 31, 2014 8:19 pm
2809.	JAMES M. "MAC" TILLEY Published Saturday, June 5, 2021 12:40 am
2810.	WILLIE JACKSON EARP NASHVILLE - Willie Jackson Earp, 80, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2009. He was born June 9, 1928 in Johnston County. He was the son of the late, Jesse and Lucille Lee Earp. Published Tuesday, April 7, 2009 10:05 pm
2811.	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
2812.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Cinch Realty Group, Inc. to Brandon Quintero Diaz; 328 Cleveland Street, Rocky Mount; $78,000Fortner Properties, LLC to Ronnie D. Watts and Kellie Watts; Whitley Crossing Subdivision, Phase 2, Lot 18; $220,000Amir Albir Eskarous and Lesha Wung to Andrew Lee Pearson and Nicole Elizabeth Pearson; 11.898 acres in Ferrells Township; $203,000 Published Wednesday, September 6, 2023 10:27 pm
2813.	WINNIFRED "WINNIE" ADCOCK RAPER Published Monday, October 4, 2021 11:17 pm
2814.	DORIS MARIE DICKENS FOSTER Doris Marie Dickens Foster passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2012. Doris was born on February 03, 1936 to H.B. and Mae Dickens of Edgecombe County. Published Tuesday, July 31, 2012 11:33 pm
2815.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Despite the sweltering heat, Peachtree Folks gathered for worship on Sunday morning. The sanctuary flowers were given by Cheryl and Doug Hayes in memory of Melvin Hayes and Annie Hayes.Jerry Hobgood, Deacon Chairman, led the opening service. Pastor Whitehouse, tho still in recovery from his knee surgery, brought the morning message. It was titled "Lead Me Not into Temptation". BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, July 27, 2016 11:25 pm
2816.	LACEY "JERRIE" JOURNINE ROWE Published Wednesday, July 1, 2020 9:08 am
2817.	AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS I have some mighty big shoes to fill with our community news. In years past, Dorothy Skinner, Lucile Ricks and Annie Mae Saunders all wrote the news. I have been reminded a lot lately on how these wonderful ladies would always end each family’s news with “a fun time was had by all.” I will continue their tradition. JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, February 11, 2015 11:16 pm
2818.	Citizen feels special redistricting committee is unfair To Commissioner Morgan, Having a special committee to assist in re-districting Nash County Commission Districts is absolutely unnecessary and unfair, especially in the manner by which you appointed it. Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, May 31, 2011 10:40 pm
2819.	Champ graduates basic training Air Force Airman 1st Class Cameron B. Champ 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. Published Wednesday, December 24, 2014 10:09 pm
2820.	Red Oak Community News Several ladies from Red Oak attended the Adopt-a-Dorm Bible Study at Fountain Correctional Center in Rocky Mount on Monday, Dec. 1. This was a joyous time as Nell Boone shared the Christmas story and Marilyn Boone led the group in singing Christmas carols including their favorite, The Twelve Days of Christmas. Following the music the group was treated to Christmas goodies and punch. Each lady received a bookmark, gospel tract, and bracelet. Others from Red Oak participating were Jean Stallings, Jean Mellor, Audrey Pearce, Suzy Pearce, and Hazel Hill. SUZY PEARCE / Published Tuesday, December 9, 2008 10:14 pm
2821.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS A chilling rain was falling as Peachtree folks gathered at the church for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given in memory of Lottie Savage Stallings by her daughter’s family, Debbie and Roy Carawan, and their daughter, Ashley White.Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon topic, “Whose Side are You On?” BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, April 1, 2014 10:52 pm
2822.	ROSCOE FLEMMINGS SPEIGHT, SR. Published Monday, July 3, 2023 3:31 pm
2823.	BEATRICE WINSTEAD WHEELESS Beatrice Winstead Wheeless, 88, died Sunday, December 17, 2006. Born August 12, 1918, daughter of Elijah Redmond and Ella Martha Winstead, both deceased. She was preceded in death by her husban John Randolph Wheeless. Published Tuesday, December 19, 2006 11:08 pm
2824.	CHRISTOPHER “CHRIS” TODD MURPHY Christopher “Chris” Todd Murphy was born in Cincinnati, Ohio August 25, 1962 to the late Joseph Richard Murphy and Laura Janet Towner Bucher. He was preceded in death by a brother, Jeffrey Murphy, an aunt, Mary Rogers and stepfather, Charles Bucher. Published Wednesday, April 18, 2012 12:12 am
2825.	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 Daniel Wheeless. Published Wednesday, June 6, 2018 10:54 pm
2826.	MILLIE BELL WILLIAMS BRYAN Published Wednesday, May 2, 2018 3:29 pm
2827.	Alumni contest slated RALEIGH - The Carolina Hurricanes will host the 10th annual Alumni Game on February 20, at Carter-Finley Stadium. This exclusive event allows fans a chance to skate alongside Hurricanes Alumni and have a one-of-a-kind outdoor game experience. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Carolina Hurricanes Foundation. Staff Reports / Published Thursday, February 2, 2023 11:38 am
2828.	CARRIE ANN DAUGHTRIDGE PARKER Published Monday, May 20, 2024 2:28 pm
2829.	Donation The Coopers Ruritan Club recently gave $1,000 to Southern Nash High School to go towards the Agricultural Science Department's new Agriculture Storage Facility. Charles Ethridge, President of the Ruritan Club, made the presentation, along with his wife, Linda. Construction will soon begin on the new facility. Published Wednesday, October 19, 2016 10:38 pm
2830.	Backward Glances JUNIOR HIGH CHAMPS 1976 – This photo was originally published in The Graphic June 8, 1976. Pictured is the Southern Nash Junior High baseball team who ended its 1976 season with a 6-3 victory over R.M. Wilson Junior High which brought them the area junior high league championship. A PICTORIAL LOOK INTO THE PAST / Published Tuesday, September 6, 2011 10:55 pm
2831.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS SEPT. 26-30 Nash County Planning and Inspections issued the following building permits from September 26 through 30. Published Wednesday, October 5, 2016 10:42 pm
2832.	Nash Community College graduate selected as finalist for State Award Nash Community College General Educational Development (GED) graduate Gregory Sumler of Rocky Mount was recently selected as the runner up for the statewide Angela Moore Trogdon Student of the Year Award. The award was established in memory of Angela Moore Trogdon, former Basic Skills/Human Resources Development Director at Randolph Community College and Guilford Technical Community College who lost her battle with breast cancer. Published Tuesday, August 23, 2011 10:57 pm
2833.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS We want to thank each of you who attended our monthly fish fry on Friday night. Even though we had a storm with some rain (which we needed) during the supper, we still had a great turnout! We really enjoyed the fellowship and the continued support. Without you it would not be successful. I pray everyone has stayed safe during the severe heat we are having. Please use caution and great sensible decisions when going outside. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, July 10, 2012 10:44 pm
2834.	CHARLES RAY SATTERWHITE Charles Ray Satterwhite, age 87, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2013. Born in Franklin County on February 27, 1926, he was the son of the late John Satterwhite and Mable Wright Satterwhite. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Geraldine Kearney Satterwhite and son Jerry Satterwhite. Published Tuesday, July 16, 2013 11:01 pm
2835.	Peggie Joyner Dickens Published Tuesday, January 2, 2018 2:49 pm
2836.	Nash-Rocky Mount Schools offers flu shot clinics to public NASH COUNTY - Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools is currently offering flu shot clinics for all employees and family members as part of the ongoing NRMPS staff wellness program. Published Tuesday, October 30, 2007 10:31 pm
2837.	JANICE BOTTOMS HOLDER Published Wednesday, June 4, 2025 9:20 am
2838.	LOU ADKINS WALKER Lou Adkins Walker, age 68, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2015. Staff / Published Friday, June 19, 2015 10:47 am
2839.	TERRY GLENN THORNE Published Monday, June 16, 2025 9:49 pm
2840.	LINDA GIBSON WILLIAMS ROCKY MOUNT - Linda Gibson Williams, age 65, passed away Thursday, February 27, 2014. Born in Marboro County SC on October 11, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Malloy Gibson and Lena Russell Gibson. Published Tuesday, March 4, 2014 11:19 pm
2841.	Nearly a quarter century of marriage propels time For a memory that seems so vivid, it amazes me how much I can't recall.In less than a week, I will celebrate my 24th wedding anniversary with my wife, Kristi. There are moments when it seems we had that day last week, while at other times, it seems a lifetime ago.What I do remember: a beautiful, perfect, sunny, cool, autumn day. A full church in Momeyer. A dog wandering in and making himself comfortable just inside the door. Nephews and nieces and brothers and sisters and parents all dressed up, all covered in smiles. My bride's smile when she made it down the aisle. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, October 14, 2015 11:41 pm
2842.	EPHESUS NEWS Sunday’s worship service began with special music by Pam Peele, Terry and Jenny Alford, and Patrick Snipes singing “I Need Thee Every Hour”. Rev. Dougald McLaurin’s message and scripture was from Psalm 67:1-7, “We are blessed to be a blessing”. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, August 23, 2011 10:57 pm
2843.	CAROL "COOKIE" JOYCE BEAUDIN Carol "Cookie" Joyce Beaudin, age 68, passed away on May 21, 2015. Staff / Published Wednesday, May 27, 2015 10:39 pm
2844.	JAMES WILLIAM MATTHEWS, SR. Published Monday, January 6, 2025 10:21 pm
2845.	JOYCE W. VICK Joyce W. Vick, age 71, of Nashville, passed on Saturday, July 25, 2015. Published Monday, July 27, 2015 10:55 am
2846.	RUTH CARPENTER BAILEY Ruth Carpenter Bailey, age 86 of Nashville passed away on July 2, 2015. Published Monday, July 6, 2015 4:22 pm
2847.	Here’s to the best, and worst, of five years This week, my husband and I will celebrate five years of marriage. Recently, I asked him to describe the past five years. I probably shouldn’t have done that. His answer: it’s been the best, and the worst, five years of my life. Gee, thanks. Amanda Clark / Published Tuesday, March 24, 2009 9:52 pm
2848.	Americans for Prosperity bus tour visits Nashville A bus made its way to Nashville last Tuesday to deliver a simple message; “November is coming.” Americans for Prosperity visited the 2nd, 7th and 8th Congressional Districts last week to expose voting records of politicians in Washington. The group kicked off its “November is Coming” Bus Tour Labor Day weekend and made stops all over North Carolina, from Rockingham to Fayetteville to Charlotte. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:58 pm
2849.	BOLLIE “MARSHALL” BRAZIEL ROCKY MOUNT - Bollie “Marshall” Braziel, 85, passed away, Saturday, December 20, 2008. He was born May 18, 1923 in Nash County. Marshall was the son of the late, Joe Percy and Mary Cockrell Braziel. Published Tuesday, December 23, 2008 10:40 pm
2850.	Rocky Mount Luncheon Lions honor police and fire service The Rocky Mount Luncheon Lions Club sponsored its annual Police Officer and Firefighter of the Year Awards Luncheon on March 22 at Englewood United Methodist Church. Captain Gregory Pittman, a long-time resident of Red Oak (pictured, above) was named Rocky Mount Fire Department Firefighter of the Year. Published Wednesday, April 6, 2016 10:40 pm
2851.	Flora “Nell” Liverman Flora “Nell” Liverman Published Thursday, January 16, 2014 6:05 pm
2852.	Strickland earns national FFA honor Andrew Strickland of Spring Hope recently earned top honors in a national FFA competition. Published Tuesday, November 21, 2006 11:59 pm
2853.	CARL LOUIS SMITH NASHVILLE - Carl Louis Smith, 59, passed away, Thursday, July 1, 2010. He was born June 25, 1951 in Nash County. He was the son of the late George and Peggy Cook Smith. Published Tuesday, July 6, 2010 10:45 pm
2854.	CLARA WORRELL JOHNSON SPRING HOPE –– Clara Worrell Johnson, 83, passed away July 22, 2014. She was born in Nash County on August 4, 1930 to the late Wade L. Worrell and Lillian Vick Worrell. Clara is preceded in death, along with her parents, by her brother, Ruffus W. Worrell. Published Tuesday, July 29, 2014 10:52 pm
2855.	April is Child Abuse Prevention Month A pinwheel garden sits in front of the Nash County Department of Social Services building to remind the community of their role in preventing child abuse. The pinwheel garden was planted by children from the Nashville United Methodist Church Daycare on Friday morning, April 1, the start of Child Abuse Prevention Month. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, April 6, 2011 1:22 am
2856.	SHIRLEY BANKS HOLLAND ROCKY MOUNT – Shirley Banks Holland, 78, of Rocky Mount died Tuesday, January 29, 2008. He was born in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, on July 4, 1929, son of the late Louis Earl Holland and Fern Bragg Holland, both natives of Virginia. Published Tuesday, February 5, 2008 11:21 pm
2857.	LILLIAN MOORE EASON Lillian Moore Eason, 93, died Wednesday, October 4, 2006. She was born July 4, 1913 in Halifax Co. She was the daughter of the late John Henry and Lula Grey Moore. She was preceded in death by her husband William Jasper Eason, a daughter and two grandchildren. Published Thursday, October 5, 2006 7:17 pm
2858.	ANNIE "RUTH" WINSTEAD Annie "Ruth" Winstead, 89, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2015. Published Monday, July 20, 2015 12:39 pm
2859.	JACK ARNOLD ‘COLLINS SR. Jack Arnold Collins Sr., 73, passed away, Thursday, August 02, 2012. He was born April 27, 1939 in Nash County to the late George Clifton and Laura Hyde Collins. Published Tuesday, August 7, 2012 11:31 pm
2860.	Backward Glances JUNIOR HIGH CHAMPS – This photo originally published in The Graphic June 8, 1976. The Southern Nash Junior High baseball team ended its 1976 season with a 6-3 victory over R.M. Wilson Junior High of Rocky Mount which brought them the area junior high league championship. A PICTORIAL LOOK INTO THE PAST / Published Tuesday, October 25, 2011 11:44 pm
2861.	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
2862.	JAMES EARL “J.E.” NELSON James Earl “J.E.” Nelson, 93, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2008. He was born on October 25, 1914 in Greenville, NC. He was the son of the late J. Ed Nelson and Mary Hattie Nichols. J.E. was preceded in death by his wife, Cecelia Farmer Nelson and eight brothers and sisters. Published Tuesday, May 13, 2008 9:49 pm
2863.	ROSE MARIE COPPEDGE SKINNER Published Monday, October 18, 2021 9:02 pm
2864.	JOYCE HOLLAND BATCHELOR Published Tuesday, April 22, 2025 10:09 pm
2865.	ODELL MANNING COGGINS Published Monday, January 6, 2025 10:22 pm
2866.	CHARLES "CHARLIE" FRANKLIN THREATT, SR. Published Friday, June 2, 2023 7:21 pm
2867.	RED OAK NEWS Congratulations to Jackson Barnes, Amber Abell, and Pier Rochelle who were baptized at Red Oak Baptist Church on Sunday, Nov. 2!The Baptist Women's World Day of Prayer was held at Red Oak Baptist Church on Monday, Nov. 3. Ladies representing Red Oak, Dortches, Momeyer, West Mount, Rock Creek, and West Edgecombe came together to celebrate 75 years of prayer for women. Participating from Red Oak were Taylor Brantley, Linda Sheets, Dorothy Pearce, Suzy Pearce, Audrey Pearce, Pam Wood, and Denise Langley. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, November 12, 2025 10:31 pm
2868.	East-West coaches released GREENSBORO -- Here is the complete list of coaches for the 2008 East-West All-Star Games. For more on Nash County’s Brian Foster, Pam Gainey and Mike Gainey, see the story on page 13. From Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, July 31, 2007 11:26 pm
2869.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS Nash County Planning and Inspections issued the following building permits from August 30 to September 5. Published Wednesday, September 10, 2014 10:49 pm
2870.	SIXTH IN THE STATE GREENSBORO -- One of Northern Nash High School's most successful boys track and field seasons in recent memory was destined to end with an emphatic exclamation point.Northern Nash had already claimed titles at the T Sanders Invitational, the Big East Conference and the Class 3-A East Regional events heading into Sunday's action at the Class 3-A State Championships. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, May 23, 2018 10:47 pm
2871.	Spring Hope Elementary Honor Rolls Spring Hope Elementary School has announced its honor roll for the 4th six weeks of 2008. Published Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:19 pm
2872.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Peachtree folks gathered for worship at the church on a beautiful Sunday morning. Sanctuary flowers were grown by Melba Hobgood and arranged by Barbara Hardison, who gave them in memory of her late husband, "Moe" R.W. Hardison. The choir sang "I'm Standing on the Rock," under the direction of the pastor. The sermon topic chosen by Pastor Whitehouse was "We're Going to Make It." It was based on scripture found in Genesis 50 and Hebrew 11. This is his concluding sermon on the life of Joseph. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, July 22, 2015 10:52 pm
2873.	KIPLING CARTER HARDY Castalia –– Kipling Carter Hardy, 58, passed away peacefully at his home Friday, December 23, 2011. Published Tuesday, December 27, 2011 10:50 pm
2874.	UNC Cancer Center implements Cancer Lay Navigation Program Mike Beaudin lost his wife 3-1/2 years ago after her year-long struggle with lung cancer. He was her 24/7 caregiver. "I was fortunate to be able to be there for my wife," he said, "through both the good times and the difficult." Today, Beaudin has been appointed as the first cancer lay navigator, a volunteer position, at the Danny Talbott Cancer Center, located on the Nash UNC Health Care campus. Published Wednesday, January 2, 2019 10:49 pm
2875.	Ephesus Community News On Sunday at Ephesus we observed Sides Appreciation Day. Rev. Jimmy and Mary Ann Sides were recognized for their dedication, encouragement, friendship, and love during their time here while Jimmy was our interim pastor. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, April 28, 2009 10:10 pm
2876.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS What a wonderful fall like Sunday at Peachtree Baptist Church. The sanctuary flower arrangement Sunday was presented to glorify God Ann Browder in loving memory of her husband, Bobby Browder, Sr. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, October 9, 2019 10:38 pm
2877.	JANE CARTER BULLUCK Published Tuesday, November 12, 2024 3:30 pm
2878.	EDGAR "ED" FRANKLIN BANDY Published Wednesday, May 2, 2018 3:27 pm
2879.	NELLIE DAVIS FORD Published Tuesday, August 11, 2026 8:46 pm
2880.	DELORES HARPER CHURCHILL RED OAK - Delores Harper Churchill, age 75, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2012. Born August 8, 1936 in Nash County, she was the daughter of the late William Harper and Madelyn Holland Harper Boone. She was also preceded in death by her husband, John Churchill and son, Allen Ray Currin, Jr. Published Tuesday, February 7, 2012 11:11 pm
2881.	Birds get ready for jamboree STANHOPE -- Observers love to look at the return of speedy backs Tracey Coppedge and Terron Huffman -- along with defensive back and North Carolina State University commit Josh Sessoms -- and assume that the Firebirds are once again going to compete for the Big East Conference Championship. But for SNHS veteran head coach Brian Foster, his club’s success will be determined in the interior -- where Foster is undergoing one of his toughest rebuilding projects in recent memory. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, August 9, 2011 10:45 pm
2882.	SHELLEY MEDLIN LOCKAMY Shelley Medlin Lockamy, 79, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2013. She was born on November 19, 1933 in Macon County. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruby McCall and a brother, Cleo McCall. Published Tuesday, October 1, 2013 11:08 pm
2883.	Ephesus Community News Pastor David Eidson announced Sunday morning that he and his family were requesting to change their membership to Ephesus. We welcome David, Stacy, Meredith and Caroline into our church family! DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, May 5, 2009 10:21 pm
2884.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a bright Sunday morning Pastor Whitehouse greeted those who came to Peachtree for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Cheryl and Doug Hayes, in memory of Steve and Linda Johnson. The Adult Choir sang "Change my Heart, Oh God" under the direction of the pastor. For the offertory, Jane May played a beautiful arrangement of "Be Still My Soul." BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, August 31, 2016 10:40 pm
2885.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Peachtree folks gathered for worship on a beautiful Sunday morning. Sanctuary flowers were given by Dianne and Ricky Tucker, in memory of Dianne's mother, Jean Williams.The 2017 North Carolina State Missions Offering is now being emphasized, with the goal for Peachtree being $500.00 and the State Goal $2,100,000.00. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, August 30, 2017 10:27 pm
2886.	SYLVIA HALE COBB Published Monday, October 3, 2022 10:36 pm
2887.	Citizen voices concern over local event RED OAK -- The town board of Red Oak entertained several visitors at its regular monthly meeting on Monday.Philip Boistard presented concerns he has related to events held on his neighbor's property. "I'm just concerned about this thing getting out of control," he said. Boistard is referring to the obstacle course competitions held on Mike Cook's property twice a year. Cook has appeared on American Ninja Warrior and has built obstacle courses like those featured on the show in his backyard. JESSICA A. SMITH, GRAPHIC CORRESPONDENT / Published Wednesday, October 5, 2016 10:42 pm
2888.	MAZELL BATCHELOR PRIDGEN NASHVILLE - Mazell Batchelor Pridgen, 84, passed away, Saturday, December 12, 2009. She was born October 9, 1925 in Nash County. She was the daughter of the late Larry and Emma Coggin Batchelor. She was preceded in death by a son, Charles Gary Pridgen and several brothers and sisters. Published Tuesday, December 15, 2009 11:00 pm
2889.	Ephesus Community News Rev. Tony Futrell’s message on Sunday morning was “The Greatest Discovery of All,” which is Jesus Christ, our lord and savior, taken from Matthew 13:47-52. The choir sang a peppy song that was really preparing us to be blessed with the sermon, “Let the River Flow.” By LOTTIE LOU DICKENS / Published Tuesday, August 28, 2007 11:22 pm
2890.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS This past Sunday was Memorial Day. Peachtree celebrated by reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and singing The Star-Spangled Banner. It was a beautiful tribute to all those that paid the ultimate price to protect us.Special music: Jane May performed a piano solo. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, June 2, 2021 10:33 pm
2891.	BETINA CARTEE BLANFORD ROCKY MOUNT – Betina Cartee Blanford, age 55, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2014. She was born in Nash County on January 30, 1959 to William E. Cartee and the late Dorothy Louise Shearin Cartee. In addition to her mother, Betina is preceded in death by a sister, Teanna Louise Chapman. Published Wednesday, December 24, 2014 10:09 pm
2892.	Bette Grey Robbins Langley Published Tuesday, December 18, 2018 7:19 am
2893.	ALL SMILES Lee-Ann Walters, a first grader at Nashville Elementary School, tries on the hat of Nash County Sheriff Sergeant S.K. Ricks at Careers on Wheels Day last Tuesday at the school. Over 24 presenters came out to the school and parked their vehicles around the school, speaking to students about their jobs. All the classes got to rotate to each vehicle and learn about the different types of careers in their community. Published Tuesday, April 20, 2010 11:08 pm
2894.	Maria Teresa Carroll Poland Published Sunday, August 11, 2019 7:58 pm
2895.	Middlesex Elementary School honor rolls Nash County Public Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2020 -2021 school year. The following students at Middlesex Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, March 3, 2021 10:30 pm
2896.	BOBBY MATT DANIEL SPRING HOPE - Bobby Matt Daniel, 79, passed away November 27, 2014. He was born November 28, 1934 in Wake County. He was the son of the late, James Matt and Annie Daniel. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ella “Janice” Daniel of 51 years, nine sisters and three brothers. Published Wednesday, December 3, 2014 11:40 pm
2897.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a beautiful spring morning Peachtree folks gathered at the church for worship.Sanctuary flowers were given by Beverly Wilson in loving memory of her nephew, John Edward Privette, and in honor of her mother, Barbara Hardison.The Adult Choir sang, "The Old Country Church," under the direction of the Pastor. Pastor Whitehouse's sermon was titled "Have You Tasted My Jesus?" BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, May 9, 2018 10:59 pm
2898.	Committee views revised attendance maps Based on the Nash-Rocky Mount Schools board’s priorities, Mike Miller of Operations Research and Education Laboratory (ORed) presented revised maps of attendance zones for all 25 schools to the Student Reassignment Committee at their meeting Monday night. These maps are posted on the NRMS website for the committee and the community to evaluate and comment on. Michele A. Cruz, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, May 1, 2012 11:04 pm
2899.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS 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. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, April 5, 2017 10:28 pm
2900.	TRACKING THE STARS ROCKY MOUNT -- Just in case anyone had a short memory, Rocky Mount High School’s league crowns are listed by year under the scoreboard at the new RMHS Football Field -- which happened to be the site of last Thursday’s Big East Conference Track and Field Championships.Rocky Mount added two more titles to that impressive list as both the RM boys and girls outlasted all comers at the annual conference event. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, May 7, 2014 12:40 am