The Nashville Graphic

2801.	Nash County Blood Drives for January 2016 Thursday, January 14 from 2:30 until 6:30 p.m. at Momeyer Ruritan Club, 4812 Momeyer Way, NashvilleSaturday, January 16 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Union Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 1104 Taylor Store Road, NashvilleWednesday, January 20 from 12 until 4 p.m. at Eaton Corporation, 8171 Planer Mill Road, MiddlesexSaturday, January 23 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church, 652 Raleigh Road, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, January 13, 2016 10:24 pm
2802.	James Thomas "Tom" Brown Published Tuesday, January 23, 2018 5:13 pm
2803.	JEROME "JERRY" TAYLOR RODWELL Published Tuesday, June 10, 2025 3:43 pm
2804.	"The Momeyer Cowboy" is riding high at 99!! Demo Tant spent most of September 21st on the phone."I near about talked 'til I couldn't talk," Tant said. "I reckon I had about 100 calls."Each and every call was to wish Tant a happy 99th birthday.Even Tant's Raleigh financial advisor got in on the special day, sending Tant a bouquet of 99 assorted Roses. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, September 30, 2020 10:37 pm
2805.	Wells appointed to NC Insurance Board Mary A. Wells, owner of One Hour Koretizing Cleaners in Nashville, has been appointed by N.C. Commissioner of Insurance Jim Long to represent small businesses on the board of the state’s Health Insurance Risk Pool. Published Tuesday, November 6, 2007 10:58 pm
2806.	Shuckin' the corn isn't just a bluegrass classic I was not hiding under an umbrella on the beach or looking for an errant golf ball or even managing my smoker on July Fourth.Instead, I was reliving a childhood trauma that really wasn't that traumatic, maybe more so that the child at the time was dramatic.Due to the kindness of a distant relative and old friend, I found myself with a large box of sweet corn on my kitchen floor on the most patriotic of holidays. I was shucking. My wife was silking, there was a huge stockpot boiling and another almost as big pot with cool water and ice in it. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, July 9, 2025 10:08 pm
2807.	NCC moves forward on new facility design Nash County Commissioners have agreed to advance Nash Community College $400,000 for architectural services on a new continuing education building. Representatives from Nash Community College and Oakley Collier Architects came before the board on Monday, August 9 with the request. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, August 24, 2010 11:17 pm
2808.	Christmas past, Christmas future The most vivid memory from my early childhood years was my dad stringing lights on an old cedar tree in our front yard which at that time I compared to the Tarrytown Mall tree. Hindsight, the tree wasn't all that large but was huge in my eyes as a little munchkin. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, December 22, 2021 10:48 pm
2809.	Bailey Centennial street dance set for Saturday Bailey is celebrating the culmination of its Centennial Anniversary with a Street Dance. Bailey’s Centennial Finale Street Dance will be held 3 p.m. - 9p.m. Saturday, September 27 on Main Street in downtown Bailey. Activities and Entertainment will be free. Published Tuesday, September 23, 2008 10:35 pm
2810.	Red Oak Community News Take me out to the ball game! Approximately 80 children and adults from Red Oak enjoyed the Mudcats game (and all the concessions!) on Wednesday, Aug. 12. SUZY PEARCE / Published Tuesday, August 18, 2009 11:06 pm
2811.	Sometimes really big bombs are the best diplomats I'd like to know if any readers heard the phrase "Mother of All Bombs" last week and thought of Slim Pickens riding the bomb all the way down in the 1964 film "Dr. Strangelove"?Maybe others got the image of Wile E. Coyote, who in the age before Amazon managed the quick delivery of an assortment of WMDs. Apparently, after years of desperation and millions of dollars spent with the Acme Company, decided he no longer wanted to make a meal, he just wanted to eliminate the Roadrunner. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, April 19, 2017 11:00 pm
2812.	Nash County to hire part-time kennel staff NASHVILLE - In ongoing attempts to rectify issues at the Pet Connection Center, Nash commissioners have voted to add two part-time kennel staff, with an eye towards possibly hiring more in the future.Chris Cary, safety and security director, came before the board of commissioners at their July 7 meeting to make the staffing request and to give an update on the animal shelter, which came under fire last month by the state for animal care violations. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, July 9, 2025 10:08 pm
2813.	CELEBRATING CEDAR GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rain didn't stop alumni and members of the community from coming out to Cedar Grove Elementary School's Commemorative Celebration on Saturday, April 24. Former and current teachers and students along with members of the community attended the event, which included games, food and a chance to walk the halls of the school, which will close after this school year. Published Wednesday, April 26, 2023 10:34 pm
2814.	County commissioner to retire in 2026 NASHVILLE- Longtime Nash County Commissioner Fred Belfield Jr., who turns 90 this year, has announced plans not to run for re-election to represent District 2 on the board of commissioners.Belfield, of Rocky Mount, entered his 7th term of office in 2022 at the age of 87. He began his service as a county commissioner in 1998, eventually chosen as Chair in 2012. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, September 10, 2025 10:26 pm
2815.	Nash County Blood Drives for October 2008 Thursday, October 16 12 until 6 p.m. at Englewood Presbyterian Church, 100 South Englewood Drive, Rocky Mount and from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Nash Central High School, 4279 Nash Central High School Road, Rocky Mount and from 8:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Nash Community College Building D. 522 N. Old Carriage Road, Rocky Mount. Published Tuesday, October 14, 2008 10:28 pm
2816.	Opinions are mixed on downtown makeover The Town of Nashville has completed the long process of the downtown redevelopment and faces mixed reviews of the final product. Overall, most Nashville residents and merchants seem pleased with the result of the more than $1.1 million makeover. However, some feel that the project somewhat defeats one major goal of increasing downtown merchant sales. Amelia Harper, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, July 12, 2011 10:35 pm
2817.	CASH WILLIAMS HAGGERTY Cash Williams Haggerty, 91, passed away on Wednesday, August 18, 2010. Published Tuesday, August 24, 2010 11:17 pm
2818.	No price increase for school meals next year Meal prices for public school students will remain the same next school year, the same prices that have been in place for the last four years. The Nash-Rocky Mount Schools (NRMS) board voted unanimously to approve the child nutrition budget at their meeting Monday night. NRMS students in grades pre-kindergarten through 12 pay $1 for breakfast; grades pre-k through five pay $1.75 for lunch; grades five through 12 pay $2 for lunch. Reduced price breakfasts cost 30 cents; lunch, 40 cents. Michele A. Cruz, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, April 12, 2011 10:40 pm
2819.	Regina Lynn Cobb Rankin Published Thursday, February 22, 2018 5:24 pm
2820.	Race action continues ELM CITY -- Britches Liles of Bailey took home the win of the 30-lap Late Model feature event last Saturday during action at County Line Raceway. Dustin Mitchell, a proud member of the Pine Level gang, captured the Pole Award of $100 given by Wilson Starter & Generator of Wilson.  Mitchell posted the fastest lap time of 15.626 seconds around the 3/8- mile clay oval.  Andy Ross from Wake Forest captured his second feature of the Super Stock Four Cylinder Division.  Austin Holcombe of Elm City took his second win in the Pure Stock Four Cylinder Class.  Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, June 30, 2009 11:39 pm
2821.	Massachuesetts vote sent a loud message The UPSET in Massachusetts has changed Washington, and Scott Brown has not even cast a vote in the Senate. Patriotic Americans played a key role in Scott Brown’s stunning victory recently for the Massachusetts Senate seat. What was viewed as impossible suddenly became a reality. Why? Americans, who believe in the Constitution of the United States of America, from all over this great Country, went to work with their time and money. Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, February 9, 2010 10:41 pm
2822.	Make a Thanksgiving list, you might be surprised It’s been a tough year, let’s face it. There are those of us who have lost loved ones. Some have lost jobs; some have fear they may lose them anytime. The economy is uncertain. For some, health is uncertain. Many question — at least politically — where our country is headed. This could bring a person to a pretty rough place, mentally. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, November 25, 2009 12:14 am
2823.	AN HONOR LONG OVERDUE A local high school history teacher and his students completed a project which showcases the names of enslaved people at a former plantation home in Rocky Mount.Nash Central High School History teacher Renny Taylor said he along with his junior AP history class did a research project on the antebellum period, which was the time between the formation of the U.S. government and the outbreak of the American Civil War. KENDRA JONES, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, July 20, 2022 10:34 pm
2824.	CHARLES “PEE WEE” GRIFFIN Charles “Pee Wee” Griffin of Rocky Mount, 61, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2014. He was born in Edgecombe County February 19, 1953 to the late Harold and Elizabeth Griffin. Published Wednesday, October 22, 2014 11:27 pm
2825.	Spring Hope man charged in murder of Franklin Co. man A Spring Hope man was one of three arrested in the murder of a Franklin County man during an attempted break-in on July 3. Ibin R. Williams, 21, of Spring Hope, was charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of 29-year-old Corey Wardell Mann. Mann’s body was found in a ditch on Ferrell’s Bridge Road in Franklin County, just a few hundred feet from his home. Darius J. Horton, 17, of 1419 Schloss Road, Franklin County and Quandrea D. Wilson, 18, of 64 Tranquility Drive, Franklin County, were charged with accessory after the fact. By CAREY JOHNSON, Special to The Graphic / Published Tuesday, July 29, 2008 10:52 pm
2826.	Brooklyn Community News The Brooklyn Area Community Watch would like to thank the Boys & Girls Club and The Nashville Progressive Men Club for helping make our 4th Annual School Expo on August 1, a success. Thanks to some of the community mothers that walked at least a mile to get their children school supplies, and the other parents from near and far. 77 kids from the community and surrounding area attended, 34 from Nashville Boys and Girls Club. This was our largest group yet. By LENA SESSOMS / Published Tuesday, September 9, 2008 10:07 pm
2827.	Search continues for missing man Authorities are continuing to search for a Rocky Mount man missing since Saturday. The Rocky Mount Police Department responded to the main boat ramp at Battle Park Drive on Monday morning. A 2003 burgundy Ford Ranger pickup truck was found submerged in the Tar River. Published Wednesday, January 31, 2018 10:18 pm
2828.	Cardinal Homes celebrates new homes NASHVILLE- The first resident of the Cardinal Woods subdivision, located off Glover Park Memorial Drive, closed on her home November 20, and celebrated with Starlight Homes developers and town officials at a Nashville Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting Nov. 6.Cynthia Cooper, who with husband Nelson Cooper and four of their eight children, will be moving there from Old White Oak Road after a fairly fast process. She said it started when brought her kids to the nearby Glover Park October 19th. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 4, 2024 10:13 pm
2829.	Reactions carry far more weight than opinions I recall the news of former U.S. President Richard Nixon resigning after the impeachment process against him was approved. I was only eight-years old, but I remember the silence in our house while my father watched Walter Cronkite bring the announcement into our home.I also recall the day Elvis died, again sitting in front of the television watching the somber announcement of the legendary artist's death. Another evening of momentary silence in our home. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, January 20, 2021 10:31 pm
2830.	Local woman rescued from creek in Tyrrell County A Nash County woman is alive and home safe, thanks to the efforts of the Tyrrell County Sheriff's Office.Two deputies from the office were notified last Monday night of an overdue motorist/missing person from Nash County that could be broken down along Highway 64. Published Wednesday, May 5, 2021 10:15 pm
2831.	Locals partner to launch new business NASHVILLE- Property Worx, a business partnership combining construction and real estate, rolled out the red carpet for friends, family and visitors Oct. 17 for an official Nashville Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting at their 102 W. Nashville Drive, Suite B office, next to Dunkin Donuts.Visitors mingled and enjoyed a variety of deluxe snacks, including charcuterie in cups, in the attractive office with deep blue pony walls prior to the 5:30 p.m. after-hours ribbon cutting. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 23, 2024 9:45 pm
2832.	Nash County Blood Drives for September 2014 Monday, September 8 from 12 until 6 p.m. at Southern Nash High School, 6446 Southern Nash Road, BaileyThursday, September 11 from 2:30 until 6:30 p.m. at the Rocky Mount Moose Lodge, 521 Country Club, Rocky MountWednesday, September 17 from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Tri-County Industries, 1250 Atlantic Avenue, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, September 3, 2014 10:38 pm
2833.	WILLIAM "BILL" BENJAMIN ADKINS III Published Tuesday, April 16, 2024 10:03 am
2834.	Death, resurrection confirms Biblical truth about Heaven "In My Father's house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you." (John 14:2)My mother in-law told me last week that she was ready and looking forward to heaven. My thoughts immdediately turned to the 2004 book titled 90 Minutes in Heaven. It has been a source of comfort to many about what the Bible says about heaven. It is the account of a fatal automobile accident that took the life of Don Piper. MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, April 17, 2019 10:37 pm
2835.	NC Governor signs Chesser's bill into law RALEIGH- Governor Josh Stein has signed a foster care bill sponsored by Rep. Allen Chesser into law. House Bill 612, the Fostering Care in NC Act, became law Thursday, June 26th. It is designed to speed up the process to get children in DSS custody into permanent, safe care, whether through reunification with family, kindship care, guardianship or adoption. Representative Allen Chesser, the first primary sponsor of HB 612, said the governor's signing was the culmination of "months of work on a long-recognized needed change to our state's foster care system. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, July 2, 2025 10:33 pm
2836.	Nash County Blood Drives Thursday, August 4 from 2 until 6:45 p.m. at the Rocky Mount Shrine Club, 320 Airport Road, Rocky MountSaturday, August 6 from 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at Sam's Club, 300 Tarrytown Center, Rocky MountTuesday, August 9 from 2 until 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 100 S. Church Street, Rocky MountWednesday, August 10 from 1 until 6 p.m. at Golden East Crossing Mall, 1100 N Wesleyan Boulevard, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, August 3, 2016 10:37 pm
2837.	“A Christmas Carol” opens December 2nd Nash Arts’ 10th annual presentation of “A Christmas Carol,” the beloved classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge and Tiny Tim written by Charles Dickens, opens December 2nd, 3rd and 4th. The play also will be performed the following weekend of December 9th, 10th and 11th opening at 8 p.m. each night with the house opening at 7:30 and a 15 minute intermission, just like all plays everywhere. But something is different this year. Different and amazing! Published Tuesday, November 23, 2010 10:58 pm
2838.	NPD SPOTLIGHT Officer Name: Mark WithrowNumber of years in law enforcement: I’ve only been in Law Enforcement for a year and half. However, I bring life experiences to the Nashville Police Department. Published Wednesday, October 1, 2014 11:57 pm
2839.	ELBERT DANIEL (DAN) THARRINGTON DORTCHES - Elbert Daniel (Dan) Tharrington, 68, passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2006. He was born on June 24, 1938 in Nash County, son of the late Zollie Daniel Tharrington and Minnie Irene Moore Tharrington. He was preceded in death by his wife, Miriam Abbott Tharrington. Published Tuesday, October 3, 2006 11:08 pm
2840.	PFLAG celebrates 40 years Members of PFLAG Rocky Mount (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) met January 29 to celebrate important milestones in their local and national history. The celebration focused on their organization’s movement to secure equal civil rights for LGBT persons. The nation’s largest grassroots-based non-profit, PFLAG began forty years ago when a courageous mother, Jeanne Manford, stepped onto the streets of New York to join her gay son in a march for equality. Published Tuesday, February 26, 2013 11:09 pm
2841.	Lessons learned from a little “green stamp” If you’re under the age of 30 –– you may have no idea what I’m about to ramble on about. While going through some of our mother’s items after her passing, my sisters and I came across one little lone S&H Green Stamp tucked away with some other stuff that brought back a lot of memories. While at my parent’s home on Thanksgiving Day, my nephew who is only a couple years younger than I, commented on a clothes hamper which still sits in the bathroom. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, November 27, 2012 11:28 pm
2842.	Lake Royale shooting under investigation Investigators allege Shannon Anderson shot and killed Michael Cahoon inside his Pawnee Drive home, but no charges have yet been filed. Authorities responded to the home in the gated community just after 9 p.m. on Aug. 20 to find Cahoon, 69, of Sagamore Drive, dead from a gunshot wound. Staff reports / Published Thursday, August 25, 2016 4:43 pm
2843.	Cyclists pedal through Nash County An estimated 850 cyclists came rolling through Nash County Oct. 5 during the annual Cycle NC Mountains To Coast Tour, with stops in Castalia and Red Oak.Riding 60 to 70 miles per day, most of the group registered for the whole trip, beginning Oct. 4 in Banner Elk, NC, and ending in Emerald Isle Oct. 7. Overnight stays were planned in Wilkesboro, Winston-Salem, Mebane, Henderson, Tarboro and Kinston. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 11, 2023 10:22 pm
2844.	Nash County Blood Drives for January 2014 Friday, January 3 from 2 until 6 p.m. at Parkwood Baptist Church, 1731 Hunter Hill Road, Rocky MountTuesday, January 7 from 2:30 until 7 p.m. at Red Oak Baptist Church, 5515 Red Oak Road, Red Oak Thursday, January 9 from 2:30 until 7 p.m. at the Momeyer Ruritan Club, 4812 Momeyer Way, Nashville Published Monday, December 30, 2013 11:07 pm
2845.	Nash County Blood Drives for January 2014 Friday, January 3 from 2 until 6 p.m. at Parkwood Baptist Church, 1731 Hunter Hill Road, Rocky MountTuesday, January 7 from 2:30 until 7 p.m. at Red Oak Baptist Church, 5515 Red Oak Road, Red Oak Thursday, January 9 from 2:30 until 7 p.m. at the Momeyer Ruritan Club, 4812 Momeyer Way, Nashville Published Monday, December 23, 2013 11:25 pm
2846.	My Sister's House served more than 2000 last year NASHVILLE - Many crimes are blatant, pinpointed by sirens, flashing lights and seen or reported. Most, if not all, news outlets have crime stories, sometimes front and center. But more than 2,000 crisis calls coming into My Sister's House in Nash County last year document crimes that no one ever hears about, because domestic violence is "a hidden crime." While October was Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, the crime isn't one that people talk about much - unless it happens to them or someone they know. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, November 13, 2024 10:21 pm
2847.	Local student serves as NC Senate Page Jackson Lee Valentine recently served as a Page for the North Carolina Senate. Jackson, a student at Nash Central High School, was sponsored by Senator E.S. Newton and appointed by the Senate President Pro Tempore, Phil Berger of Rockingham County. Published Tuesday, July 9, 2013 11:00 pm
2848.	Beulah Community News Sunday was such a beautiful day. Easter is always special to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. At Beulah it was special for several other reasons also. At 6:30 a.m. we had a beautiful sunrise service which was followed by breakfast at the fellowship hall. We want to thank the men and a few of our ladies for their work making this all possible. Our minister, Daniel West was our speaker and we want to thank him also for an inspiring service. As the sun came up over the trees we all really felt God’s presence. We also knew everyone had some sadness too. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, April 14, 2009 11:07 pm
2849.	Local holiday events kick off Thanksgiving weekend will kick off Christmas celebrations in several Nash County towns. Red Oak will host their second annual "Red Oak Christmas" on Saturday, November 30. This year's festivities will include the town's first ever Christmas parade. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, November 27, 2019 9:58 am
2850.	Nash breaks ground for new EMS station A long awaited project for both the Town of Nashville and Nash County was celebrated on Monday afternoon. The official ground breaking of Nashville's EMS Station was held at the site on Western Avenue in Nashville's Business Park on Monday afternoon. Nashville leaders, along with Nash County Commissioners, Planning Staff and Emergency Services Staff, were on hand for the celebration. Nash County Commissioners and Nashville Town Council members shared the duty of shoveling the first round of dirt for the project, a tradition in ground breaking ceremonies. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, September 23, 2015 11:28 pm
2851.	An open letter to the new Congress Dear 112th Congress of the United States, Congratulations on your recent election or re-election, for those of you in the House, and for some of you in the Senate. Now get to work. This open letter is to all of you generally, and to the recently elected, “new” Republican members of your august body specifically. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, January 18, 2011 10:44 pm
2852.	Nash County Blood Drives for September 2013 Tuesday, September 3 from 3:15 until 6:15 p.m. at the Harrison Family YMCA, 1000 Independence Drive, Rocky MountTuesday, September 3 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Nash Health Care Systems, 2460 Curtis Ellis Drive, Rocky Mount Published Tuesday, August 27, 2013 10:51 pm
2853.	Citizen calls for town resignations A Nashville resident was met with applause after she called for the resignation of the town manager and finance director at Tuesday night's regular town council meeting. Anne Freeman spoke during the public comment portion of the board's regular meeting. Freeman said Town Manager Hank Raper and Finance Director Linda Modlin had bullied residents enough and it was time for council members to take action. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 2, 2018 10:47 pm
2854.	Maybe there should be more than a baton to pass after retirement Last week brought the end to yet another era of extraordinary leadership in the Nash County Emergency Services. Bryant Fisher retired from his long-time post as Nash County's 9-1-1 Communications Director. His twin brother, Brent Fisher, retired about this time last year as Nash County Assistant Director for Emergency and Fire Rescue Services. Brent moved into a state position as Area 6 Coordinator for NC Emergency Management. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, August 20, 2025 10:17 pm
2855.	Alumni presents 11 young men into leadership program The Rocky Mount Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity presented 11 young men April 26 in its 2014-15 Beautillion Militaire Leadership Training Program.This year's class was made up of high school juniors and seniors from Nash and Wake counties. The biennial program works to prepare the participants, called "Beau," academically and financially for college through a series of activities and development workshops. These included a recent visit to the N.C General Assembly in Raleigh, where participants watched the N.C. House and N.C. Senate in session and were welcomed by state legislators who are members of Kappa Alpha Psi. Staff / Published Thursday, June 25, 2015 12:34 am
2856.	Town releases parking study An in-house parking study was presented to the Downtown Nashville Strong Advisory Board last week during their monthly meeting. The study was conducted by Averi Parker, who is serving as an intern for the towns of Nashville and Red Oak. Parker recorded cars parked in the downtown area on three occasions, from August 22 through September 26. AMANDA CLARK, NASHVILLE GRAPHIC / Published Wednesday, October 5, 2022 11:01 pm
2857.	Nash County Blood Drives for Sept. 2013 Tuesday, September 3 from 3:15 until 6:15 p.m. at the Harrison Family YMCA, 1000 Independence Drive, Rocky MountTuesday, September 3 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Nash Health Care Systems, 2460 Curtis Ellis Drive, Rocky Mount Published Tuesday, August 20, 2013 10:47 pm
2858.	Time to count all the Thanksgiving greats As grocery stores hit that one time of the year they can actually sell cranberry sauce (what do you sauce it on?), it's always good to reflect on the many blessings that come with being 'American by birth, Southern by the grace of God.' Let's face it: most readers of this newspaper have pretty long lists.Blessings, of course, are relative. Some will face holidays without family, without a feast, and some, without shelter. As those with so much, we have an obligation to offer kindness, charity and prayers. It doesn't change our lists: Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, November 25, 2015 1:37 am
2859.	Nash County Blood Drives Wednesday, December 4 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Nash County Senior Center, 102 N Alston Street, NashvilleSaturday, December 7 from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Capital Ford Lincoln, 2012 Stone Rose Drive, Rocky MountThursday, December 12 from 12 until 6 p.m. at Englewood Presbyterian Church, 100 South Englewood Drive, Rocky Mount Published Tuesday, November 26, 2013 10:57 pm
2860.	Nash County Blood Drives for January 2019 Thursday, January 10 from 8:45 until 11:30 a.m. at Davenport Autopark, 600 English Road, Rocky MountThursday, January 10 from 2:30 until 5:30 p.m. at Nash Correctional Institution, 2869 US Highway 64 Alt, NashvilleSaturday, January 12 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Thorne's Chapel Baptist Church, 1624 Windsor Drive, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, January 9, 2019 10:45 pm
2861.	It's time for the speaker to be removed The speaker and Rep. Decker have lost their moral compass. Is the General Assembly for sale to the highest bidder? I do not believe this is so, but this is the appearance. Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, August 15, 2006 11:24 pm
2862.	Citizens view pipeline plans Dominion Transmission hosted an open house event on Monday, September 22 in order to help inform landowners and other interested parties in the area about the proposed natural gas pipeline that may be laid down through Nash County. The event was held at the Rose Hill Convention Center located just outside of Nashville. Representatives from other partners in the endeavor, including Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas were also present at the event. AMELIA HARPER, GRAPHIC CORRESPONDENT AND AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, September 24, 2014 11:23 pm
2863.	NASHVILLE POLICE REPORTS INCIDENTSAn unlisted felony charged was reported on 7/17/15 at 112 Circle DriveA damage to property (vandalism)n was reported on 7/15/15 at 516 Indian TrailAn involuntary commitment and trespassing was reported on 7/15/15 on Eastern Avenue Published Wednesday, July 22, 2015 10:52 pm
2864.	LONG LEAF PINE AWARD NASHVILLE- Michael Bryant Fisher, newly retired from his position at Nash County 9-1-1 Communications Director, was celebrated for his many accomplishments last week. Along with a proclamation from Nash County recognizing Fisher's more than 31 years of service, Fisher was awarded the state's highest honor, the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, along with a flag flown over the state capitol within minutes of a twin flag awarded at the same time to his brother, Brent Fisher, who retired from county service last year. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, August 20, 2025 10:17 pm
2865.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS SEPT. 14 - SEPT. 18 Nash County Planning and Inspections issued the following building permits from September 14 through 18. Published Wednesday, September 23, 2015 11:28 pm
2866.	Nashville is hopeful for new park location Nashville's Town Council is hopeful a third park will come to fruition in Nashville.The idea of another park in town was brought up during the board's annual retreat in March.Town Manager Randy Lansing said there is the potential of around 10 acres being donated to the town. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 31, 2021 10:52 pm
2867.	Billy VanHook honored at Jack Laughery Park A flag-raising ceremony was held on Monday morning in honor of PFC Billy Marshall VanHook, who served in the United States Army during World War II. VanHook was a lifelong Nashville resident who entered the United States Army on April 15, 1943. VanHook received training as a C2 operator and served as a mechanic who disassembled fighter planes after they were shot down. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, September 20, 2011 10:39 pm
2868.	REBA BOLINGER COGGIN NASHVILLE - Reba Bolinger Coggin, 87, died Monday, March 14, 2011. She was born June 9, 1923 in, Shellenberg, Indiana, daughter of the late Ray G. and Maggie Swafford Bollinger. She was the widow of the late Wilber J. Coggin and also preceded in death by a brother, Rex Bolinger. Published Tuesday, March 22, 2011 10:59 pm
2869.	Self-defense Nashville’s Business and Professional Women (BPW) learned self-defense techniques at their September meeting. Allen Clark, owner and instructer of Nashville Academy of Martial Arts, showed members basic self-defense moves and how ladies can use typical items in their purses as weapons. Published Tuesday, October 15, 2013 11:16 pm
2870.	STEAM DAY Swift Creek Elementary School held a S.T.E.A.M. Day on April 11, 2014. Students in grades 3-5 attended classes in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math all during the day led by outstanding community leaders in those fields. This day was created to excite students about these subject areas and to give them a chance to see how these subjects are used in real world job situations. Published Wednesday, May 7, 2014 12:40 am
2871.	Red Oak appoints finance officers The regular monthly meeting of the town board of Red Oak on Monday was very brief. Town Commissioner Tony Bennett opened the meeting with prayer. There was no old business and only two items of new business. First, a finance officer and deputy fiance officer were appointed and sworn in. Town Clerk Tracy Shearin was sworn in as the finance officer. JESSICA SMITH, GRAPHIC CORRESPONDENT / Published Wednesday, December 12, 2018 10:49 pm
2872.	Nashville Council announces changes to building projects at public hearing An announcement Thursday night spawned a round of applause from Nashville citizens as Mayor Pro Tem Frank Wright announced a new location for Nashville's Library. "The council has conferred and developed a consensus that based upon the present expressed desires and stated wishes of library supporters that the proposed site for the library should be in the majority of Joyner's Grocery," Wright said on behalf of Mayor Warren Evans. NEWS UPDATE! By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Thursday, May 25, 2006 8:52 pm
2873.	When it comes to progress, be careful what you wish for It's not Mr. Peabody's coal train that John Prine sang about hauling it away, but the logging trucks on my road have sure been giving it their best effort.Starting every morning around six, the heavy machinery cranks up, buzzing, grinding and then an earth-shaking crash that we can feel in the house. The large acreage that was thick woods my entire life has been erased. The pines well over a half century old that blocked cell phones, satellite and high-speed internet over the last 20 years are gone. Logging trucks have parked in the road, in the curb, muddled the highway, torn up the already soft road shoulders. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, April 24, 2024 10:44 pm
2874.	MOUNT ZION FWB CHURCH NEWS There were 97 in Sunday school with four visitors. Alex Marlowe read the Bible verse. Brother Bob reminded us that May is Children’s Home month. Ina Jones did an interesting lesson on “Thankful Worship” taken from Revelations. The choir sang “We Have Come into His House” for the call to worship. Pastor Rogerson welcomed everyone and prayed the invocation. Hymns of worship were “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” and “He Keeps Me Singing”. ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, May 17, 2011 11:01 pm
2875.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S REPORTS A traffic stop was reported on 1/19/20 at US 301 and 64A breaking and entering and damage to property was reported on 1/19/20 at 7308 Taylors Store RoadA breaking and entering was reported on 1/19/20 at 3530 Wagon Wheel Road Published Wednesday, January 29, 2020 10:33 pm
2876.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS Big News - Sunday night, Jan. 22 at 6:00, a really great musical group, “The Psalmsmen” will be at Beulah Church of Christ. Anyone who has heard this group will tell you, they are really one of the best groups anywhere in this area. Please plan to attend! Once you have heard them you will agree! There will be refreshments after the program. We hope to see you THIS Sunday night. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, January 17, 2012 10:55 pm
2877.	Nashville manager says budget is challenging While Nashville is continuing to see growth, revenues have yet to see the benefit of that growth and the proposed budget for the 2023-2024 is a reflection of that. Council members met on Wednesday morning, after to The Graphic's deadline, to hear and discuss the upcoming budget. Town Manager Randy Lansing, in his budget message, said while the budget is balanced, it does not include several items that were needed in the upcoming fiscal year. In order to do those things, a property tax rate increase is needed. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 17, 2023 10:30 pm
2878.	RAMONA ANN CRICKMORE Ramona Ann Crickmore, 67, passed away, Tuesday, May 3, 2011. She was born August 19, 1943 in Nash County. She was the daughter of the late James S. and Ethel Blackburn Crickmore. Published Tuesday, May 10, 2011 10:30 pm
2879.	Nash County Blood Drives August 2017 Thursday, August 10 from 12 until 6 p.m. at Englewood Presbyterian Church, 100 South Englewood Drive, Rocky MountFriday, August 11 from 11 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at Englewood Presbyterian Church, 100 South Englewood Drive, Rocky MountSaturday, August 12 from 12 until 4:30 p.m. at Golden East Crossing Mall, 1100 N Wesleyan Boulevard, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, August 9, 2017 10:35 pm
2880.	NASHVILLE BLUEBIRDS Thanks to a grant from the North Carolina Bluebird Society, Nashville's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department (PRCR) purchased and installed three predator guards on bluebird nest boxes around town. Several new nest boxes have also been installed in different areas of town to help increase bluebird nesting habitat. Published Wednesday, August 2, 2023 10:12 pm
2881.	COFFEE AND CONVERSATION The Nashville General Store hosted Coffee with a Cop on August 22 at its downtown store. Nashville Police Chief Tom Bashore (second from left) and Community Services Officer Jennifer Bull (far left) spent a few hours chatting with customers. The police department regularly holds Coffee with a Cop events at various Nashville businesses to allow the community to get to know the police department and to ask questions. Published Wednesday, September 24, 2014 11:23 pm
2882.	Our pet chicken has become a social media star! When Corbin was just a little boy, probably one or two, we got him two chickens from the feed store on the corner of Washington and Barnes Streets. He named one of the chickens Buster. It was our first experience with chickens and we quickly discovered, Corbin is a chicken kid. Buster and Corbin connected and Buster became his best friend. I have several pictures of him hanging out with Buster, riding his little power wheel with the little chicken, playing in the dirt with the chicken nearby looking on. Amanda Clark / Published Wednesday, January 25, 2023 10:28 pm
2883.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News Earl and I were able to attend worship service today. Praise God! It was good to be in a house of God and worship with other believers! We enjoyed the music also. I was pleased with testimonies that Ashley Matthews gave. She shared what God was doing in her life and how she has been able to overcome some hindrances to her spiritual growth. This fall she will begin her second year at Meredith. “Thanks for sharing, Ashley, and may you continue to live close to God.” ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, July 27, 2010 11:16 pm
2884.	Soap box responds to NY Times editorial Dear New York Times Editorial Board,It seems odd that you would take a day to write about the “Decline of North Carolina” in your newspaper. After all, we know your disdain for the state — except of course when you’re eating our produce or pork products, looking for a clean beach, smoking our tobacco or run out of people to tell how you did things Up North. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, July 16, 2013 11:01 pm
2885.	James Tolbert "Bert" Godwin Published Friday, August 19, 2016 3:09 pm
2886.	Middlesex shooting leaves one injured The Nash County Sheriff's Office are investigating a shooting that occurred Saturday morning during a birthday party. Deputies responded to a residence at 11260 Cedar Lake Court in Middlesex around 1:40 a.m. on Saturday, December 28. Upon arriving, deputies were informed that a birthday party had been going on when an altercation broke out between several people at the party. Published Wednesday, January 1, 2020 10:02 pm
2887.	Christian Fellowship Church honors Sheriff Stone A local church recently honored Nash County Sheriff Keith Stone for being a "True Friend to the Community." Christian Fellowship Church in Sandy Cross presented the award this past Sunday. Stone was the first recipient of the award, which will likely become a biannual thing, said Pastor Daniel Parker. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 3, 2018 11:03 pm
2888.	Mini Citizen’s Academy Nash County provided a “mini Citizen’s Academy” for around 25 youth on Tuesday, June 26. The youth were attending a weeklong Leadership Camp offered by the City of Rocky Mount but taught by Nash and Edgecombe County 4-H. As part of the mini citizen’s academy, youth learned about county government and visited several Nash County departments, including finance, human resources and public utilities. Published Tuesday, July 17, 2012 10:45 pm
2889.	Elections are over –– it’s time to shop local! I am so glad the 2012 elections are finally behind us. The national politics and campaigns had reached the point by election time that I’d just about had it with both parties and all the candidates. I really had a hard time believing much of what came from some of the politicians mouths. But on a local level, our candidates here at home ran clean campaigns. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, November 20, 2012 10:48 pm
2890.	Elks Lodge settles in at new location in Nashville Rocky Mount Elks Lodge 1038 officers were sworn in recently at their new home in Nashville.The Birchwood Country Club property in Nashville was purchased by the Rocky Mount Elks Lodge earlier this year. The Exalted Ruler, Michael Davis of Elks Lodge 1038, said he was honored and proud that the Elks are making their new location in Nashville. Contributed / Published Wednesday, June 17, 2020 11:10 pm
2891.	The approach of spring can only mean one thing As I walked to the mailbox on one of those typical North Carolina, 65-degree February afternoons, I thought to myself, "Soon, I'll be out hitting golf balls into water hazards, woods, yard, highways, and perhaps other unsuspecting victims."Waiting for me in the box was a white 9x12 envelope. My pulse quickened and my spirits sank. This was the tax organizer from my accountant, more reliable than the groundhog at letting me know spring can't be far. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, February 21, 2024 10:42 pm
2892.	Shelton, Massey marry Dana Hope Shelton and David Joel Massey were married Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011 at Pine Lake Pavilion, Mebane. The officiating minister for the 6 p.m. ceremony was Rev. Clark Rounds. The bride is the daughter of David and Susan Shelton of Spring Hope. The groom’s parents are Greg and Caroline Massey and Jimmy and Kimberly Hinshaw of Mebane. Published Tuesday, October 11, 2011 10:50 pm
2893.	US HOUSE DISTRICT 3 Walter B. Jones, Jr. 67 years old Published Tuesday, October 19, 2010 10:52 pm
2894.	Nash County Blood Drives for January 2016 Thursday, January 7 from 12 until 6 p.m. at Englewood Presbyterian Church, 100 South Englewood Drive, Rocky MountFriday, January 8 from 11 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at Englewood Presbyterian Church, 100 South Englewood Drive, Rocky MountMonday, January 11 from 3 until 7 p.m. at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 305 South Halifax Road, Rocky MountTuesday, January 12 from 2:30 until 7 p.m. at Petsmart, 1462 Jeffries Road, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, January 6, 2016 10:51 pm
2895.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Peachtree folks gathered at the church for worship on another gorgeous Sunday. Special emphasis was given on this Sunday to the Annual State Missions Offering. A brief video was shown, depicting some of the things supported by this offering. Most notable among them is the commendable work carried out by the Baptist Men in disaster relief, not only in North Carolina, but around the world. Sanctuary flowers were given by Bob and Fran Bunn in honor of their granddaughter, Linnea Mink, upon the occasion of her 14th birthday. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, September 9, 2015 10:55 pm
2896.	Intersections: God and Life Are you ready? I had not planned to asked this question, but God, Sunday morning as I was preaching, the Holy Spirit simply took over. I don't say that in a frivolous manner, it's just the only way I can describe what happened as we worshipped at Castalia Baptist Church-NC. The Holy Spirit was present. As I began my sermon, I had asked our congregation, "How would we know if the Holy Spirit was not present with us this morning?" God wanted us to know He was present. CARLYLE HALL, JR. / Published Wednesday, June 12, 2024 10:25 pm
2897.	Nash residents still eligible for weatherization services If you feel a draft in your home during the winter months and you can’t seem to properly cool down your home during the summer months, your home may be in need of some weatherization. Nashville’s office of the Martin County Community Action Weatherization Program may be able to help. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, June 29, 2010 10:36 pm
2898.	EPHESUS NEWS On Sunday morning, Rev. Dougald McLaurin shared the importance of being in the Lord’s House on Mothers’ Day. His message was from 2 Timothy 1:3-14, which tells of Timothy’s grandmother and his mother who communicated their strong Christian faith to him. He reminded us that our families are fertile fields for planting gospel seeds. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, May 10, 2011 10:30 pm
2899.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS What a wonderful Sunday at Peachtree Baptist Church with Peachtree congregation, family, and friends remembering the hardships and dedication of those that came before us. They continued to pray for all the victims the Hurricanes, the fire victims, and we prayed for the people of this country. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, September 23, 2020 10:25 pm
2900.	Nash County wraps up tax revaluations Nash County’s Tax Department is working hard to wrap up revaluations so that citizens can get the results of their new assessed values. Tax Administrator Gene Rountree said it will probably be sometime in November before officials are finished and feel comfortable with the results. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, September 2, 2008 10:47 pm