The Nashville Graphic

2901.	ASBIE LYNWOOD "WOODY" HERRINGTON Published Monday, May 22, 2023 9:26 am
2902.	Nashville mother officially charged with attemped murder A Nashville mother has been released from involuntary commitment and charged with trying to set her young child on fire.Latisha McDonald, 33, has now been charged with first-degree attempted murder, attempted arson and child abuse. She received a $250,000 bond.McDonald is accused of pouring lighter fluid on the bed of her 4-year-old child in an attempt to set the bed and child on fire. STAFF REPORTS / Published Wednesday, January 4, 2023 10:30 pm
2903.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS D.R Horton, Inc. to Jairo Marino Sarmiento Quizhpi and Adriana Gabriela Zambrano Mizhquiri; Saddlebrook Subdivision, Lot 34NVR, Inc. to Faith L. Serrano; 8290 Grasshopper Trail, Bailey; $269,000Navy Federal Credit Union to See Your Wealth, LLC; 1348 South Franklin Street, Rocky Mount; $76,000Michael Abram Sr. to Michael Abram Sr., Michelle Lentei Abram, Michael Abram Jr. and Valerie Abram; 8068 Creech Road, Middlesex Published Wednesday, February 12, 2025 10:16 pm
2904.	JUDITH HARRIS GATLING SPRING HOPE - Judith Catherine Harris Gatling, 66, died Thursday, September 10, 2009 at home. She was born on April 20, 1943, to the late Huford and Lucille Wheless Harris. Published Tuesday, September 15, 2009 11:27 pm
2905.	KENNETH ELBERT JAMES ROCKY MOUNT - Kenneth Elbert James of Rocky Mount passed on Thursday, April 8, 2010 at Nash General Hospital. He was born November 02, 1943, in Brunswick County and was the son of Elbert and Ruth James. He was preceded in death by his parents. Published Tuesday, April 13, 2010 10:55 pm
2906.	Michael Patrick "Turtle" Kelly Published Tuesday, July 5, 2016 8:56 am
2907.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Pastor Whitehouse greeted his congregation on a beautiful “Indian Summer” morning. Sanctuary flowers were given by Ann Browder in memory of her husband Bobby Browder Sr. The topic of Pastor Whitehouse’s sermon was “When Preparation Meets Opportunity”, based on scripture from Samuel 16: 14-17. Barbara Hardison / Published Tuesday, October 8, 2013 10:44 pm
2908.	Class of 1962 Spring Hope High School Raiders, Class of 1962, recently held its class reunion. The class has awarded a scholarship for the last 19 years to a graduating senior at Southern Nash High School. The cumulative amount over the past 19 years totals $39,500. Published Wednesday, June 28, 2017 10:59 pm
2909.	RED OAK NEWS Baptist Men's Day was Sunday, Jan. 19 at Red Oak Baptist Church. The day began with the men's monthly breakfast. The men then led the morning worship service with the Baptist Men's Director giving the welcome and announcements. Prayers were offered by Bill Sheets and Richard Davenport. The men filled the choir and performed special music. Clyde Best brought the morning message and Pastor Chris Fowler had the closing prayer. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, January 22, 2025 10:25 pm
2910.	Two file for mayor seat in Nashville Anyone interested in running for office in Nashville has a week left to file.The seats held by Mayor Brenda Brown and council members Louise Hinton and Lynne Hobbs are up for election.As of Wednesday morning, Brenda Brown has filed to keep her seat as mayor and former mayor, Donald Street, has filed to run against her.Louise Hinton has filed for re-election to the Nashville Town Council and Bill Lummp has also filed for a seat on the board. LINDELL KAY, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, July 12, 2023 11:01 pm
2911.	CARL BRAXTON CREEKMORE NASHVILLE - Carl Braxton Creekmore, 84, died on Wednesday, December 28, 2011. Carl was born in Franklin County to the late Aaron and Kathleen Creekmore and was preceded in death by a brother Wayne Creekmore. Published Tuesday, January 3, 2012 10:42 pm
2912.	ELEANOR UNDERWOOD "E.U." DANIEL Published Monday, February 8, 2021 9:50 pm
2913.	EPHESUS NEWS Pastor David Eidson delivered our message in Word from Romans 8:1-17, “Conquering Habitual Sins”. Do not seek things of the world, but seek things of Christ. We should be still and listen to Him, stay in step with the Holy Spirit, be different from others, and live life in the Holy Spirit. Get plugged into the power source – get plugged into the Holy Spirit! DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, March 8, 2011 10:54 pm
2914.	Nashville council adds career development to town budget Nashville's Board unanimously authorized Town Manager, Preston Mitchell, to add a $9,500 career development assessment bonus for all Town of Nashville employees to the 2006-2007 fiscal year budget during a workshop meeting Tuesday afternoon. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, May 17, 2006 12:36 am
2915.	Longtime dream for Nashville will finally come true Hats off again to Nashville's Parks and Recreation folks for chasing a grant to make a very longtime dream come true for the town.I've been on board here at The Graphic since 1991 and can recall the topic of a splash park coming up in town meetings numerous times over the 32 years. If my memory serves me right, one of the biggest champions for such an idea was former council member Tommy Rogers who has since passed away.Tommy was a huge advocate for recreation, mostly athletics. He also carried a vision for Nashville to offer more to its youth than just a ball field. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:13 pm
2916.	Joyner’s the pick in NEW NASH COUNTY -- Tyler Joyner entered the season regarded as one of the top pitching prospects in North Carolina. His performance didn’t disappoint. Joyner, Northern Nash’s senior standout, has been selected as the NEW-6 Conference Baseball Player of the Year. A lefty who has signed with East Carolina University, Joyner paced NNHS to a share of the NEW-6 regular season title, along with foe Rocky Mount. Both squads finished with 9-1 league marks. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, June 16, 2009 10:08 pm
2917.	RONALD CECIL SMITH Ronald Cecil Smith, 66, passed away, Wednesday, July 24, 2013. He was born May 1, 1947 in Montgomery County to the late Carmie Cecil and Nell Freeman Smith. Ronald was preceded in death by his wife, Billie Smith; sister, Phyllis Dunn; and a brother, Dennis Smith. Published Tuesday, July 30, 2013 10:57 pm
2918.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News On Aug. 31, we had 94 including 2 visitors in Sunday school. Welcome to each of you. The pretty roses were given in memory of Curtis Batchelor by his family. Thank you, Mozelle. By ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, September 9, 2008 10:07 pm
2919.	EPHESUS NEWS Pastor David Eidson’s message Sunday was “Hope for the Hopeless” from Ezekiel 37:1-10 which is the story of the valley of the dry bones. To quote from verse 6, “I will put breath in you and you will come to life. Then you will know that I am the Lord.” We sometimes think a situation is hopeless and we tend to give up. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, February 1, 2011 10:42 pm
2920.	CYNTHIA ANN VIVERETTE WARRICK Cynthia Ann Viverette Warrick, 51, passed away, Wednesday, August 28, 2013. She was born April 22, 1962 in Nash County to the late Lawrence and Beatrice Rowland Viverette. In addition to her parents, Cynthia is preceded in death by her in-laws, Earl and Barbara Warrick, brother, Lawrence Wayne Viverette. Published Tuesday, September 3, 2013 10:52 pm
2921.	WILLIAM PAYNE SHEARIN William Payne Shearin, 69, passed away on Tuesday, February 8, 2012. He was born in Halifax County on May 22, 1942 to the late Thomas Robert and Ida Mae Harper Shearin. Published Tuesday, February 14, 2012 11:23 pm
2922.	Barnette joins Fields and Cooper law firm Fields and Cooper, PLLC, recently announced that Trey Barnette has joined the law firm. He was recently admitted to the North Carolina State Bar and is licensed to practice in North Carolina. Barnette earned his Juris Doctor at Campbell University’s Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law and his B.A. from North Carolina State University. Published Wednesday, January 28, 2015 11:14 pm
2923.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a beautiful summer Sunday morning Peachtree Folks gathered for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Aubrey and Kathy Farmer in memory of Kathy's mother, Sally Knight.The offertory, played by Jane May, was a beautiful medley of songs which included "Jesus, the Center of My Joy." The Adult Choir sang "His Strength is Perfect," under the direction of the Pastor. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, June 14, 2017 10:32 pm
2924.	JAMES M. KING NASHVILLE - James M. King, 86, passed away on Friday, June 18th, 2010. Jimmy was born July 19, 1923 in Duplin County to the late Marion and Estelle Eldridge King. He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Ruby Gupton Matthews, two brothers and three sisters. Published Tuesday, June 22, 2010 10:46 pm
2925.	Swift Creek Elementary School announces honor students The Nash-Rocky Mount Public School System has released its Honor Roll and Principal’s List recipients. Published Wednesday, December 31, 2014 8:19 pm
2926.	Leavy "Earl" Flora Published Tuesday, October 9, 2018 8:01 am
2927.	RICHARD "BUNN" JONES Published Monday, May 29, 2023 4:23 pm
2928.	Rocky Mount to host Mother-Son dance The City of Rocky Mount Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual Mother-Son Dance in February.Registration is ongoing for the annual "A King's First Queen" mother-son dance that will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, February 21 at the Imperial Centre for the Arts and Sciences. Published Wednesday, January 29, 2020 10:33 pm
2929.	JEFFREY DALE MORPHIS Jeffrey Dale Morphis, 37, passed away, Sunday, October 26, 2008. He was born September 4, 1971 in Kealakekua, Hawaii. Jeffrey was a quiet and loving person. Published Tuesday, October 28, 2008 10:28 pm
2930.	Coach Smith was about more than basketball I don’t remember the first time I heard the name “Coach Dean Smith,” but it had to be around 1974 when UNC beat Duke after trailing by 8 points with 17 seconds to go in the game.I remember the next year I heard it a lot. My new brother-in-law John molded me into a rabid Tar Heels fan.I remember I was about 5. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, February 11, 2015 11:16 pm
2931.	Daddy really isn’t ready for those teen years Dear Holly, When did this happen? There was the pregnancy test, the ultrasound, the awkward water-breaking moment, the hospital waiting room full of admirers, the first diapers ... and now I am supposed to believe you are 10 years old? How did we get here so fast? And where did these gray hairs come from? Are the two things related? Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, March 30, 2010 11:27 pm
2932.	Long's jersey to be retired by Bishops ROCKY MOUNT -- The North Carolina Wesleyan College Department of Athletics has announced that its storied baseball program will be adding a seventh retired jersey to the left field fencing of Bauer Field -- the #10 of long-time head coach Charlie Long. Long, who recently stepped down after 21 seasons at the helm of the program, joins Bishop greats Jamie Whiting (#2), Greg Clark (#3), Ernie Jones (#8), Carl Payne (#14), Moe Bauer (#18), and Mike Fox (#30) in garnering this prestigious honor. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, May 16, 2018 11:02 pm
2933.	1132nd returns home after deployment to Iraq Members of the 1132nd Military Police Company received a warm farewell last week as they returned home from the war in Iraq. The company, based in Rocky Mount, arrived at the Rocky Mount-Wilson Airport last Tuesday afternoon. Several hundred people were at the airport to welcome the 120 soldiers back home. On Wednesday, June 11, a formal welcome home ceremony was held at Englewood Baptist Church in Rocky Mount. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, June 17, 2008 10:29 pm
2934.	JAMES REDDEN “J.R.” WORDSWORTH James Redden “J.R.” Wordsworth passed away Friday, April 25, 2014. He was born February 19, 1921 in Edgecombe County at Leggett, to the late James R. and Alice J. Wordsworth. Published Tuesday, April 29, 2014 11:25 pm
2935.	SPRING HOPE ELEMENTARY HONOR ROLLS Spring Hope Elementary School has announced its honor roll for the second 6 weeks. Published Tuesday, December 18, 2007 11:14 pm
2936.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a beautiful October Sunday morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given in memory of Bobby Browder, by his widow, Ann Browder. Special music was by Marta Whitehouse who sang "Great is Thou Faithfulness", having the audience to join her on the choruses.Pastor Whitehouse's sermon was titled "How Are We to Respond and Live Wisely?" The scripture passage, 1 Peter: 16-17 was read by Doug Hayes. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, October 4, 2017 10:56 pm
2937.	Explosion kills Middlesex man A well-known Middlesex man was killed last Friday morning in an explosion at a water purification plant. The explosion happened just after 9:30 a.m. on Friday, November 24 at the Pencoo Corp plant, located at 10143 US Highway 264-A in Middlesex. The plant's manager, Dale Bachmann, 64, was killed in the explosion. Published Wednesday, November 29, 2017 11:39 pm
2938.	EPHESUS NEWS Palm Sunday began with the baptism service of Elizabeth Harper, and Sarah and Eason van der Meulen. Pastor David Eidson’s message was Building a Caring Church from Romans 9:1-5. He reviewed things we need to do as a church and ways to tell if the church is “lukewarm”. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, April 19, 2011 10:33 pm
2939.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Peachtree Bapist Church Business Conference was held on Sunday, January 10 after service. This was the 1st Quarter Business Meeting of 2021.Flower Calendar sign-up sheets for 2021 are in the Narthex at Peachtree Baptist Church. Please get one, fill-out and return.Peachtree members held their first quarter Church Conference of 2021 Sunday. Business for part of 2020 and the beginning of 2021 was discussed. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, January 13, 2021 10:24 pm
2940.	Minnie Virginia Wilhalf Munden Published Saturday, January 30, 2016 3:06 pm
2941.	Spring Hope board votes to expand ETJ SPRING HOPE - Spring Hope commissioners have voted to expand the town's ETJ while acknowledging that some parcels that fall into an overlap area between Spring Hope and Momeyer will have to be examined, and an agreement worked out as to which municipality would have jurisdiction.That work, it was said at the Feb. 9 board of commissioners meeting, would fall to the new town manager to do - but so far, there is no new town manager. Andrew DeIonno, the former manager, was suspended in January, with his contract to terminate in April; no official statement or reason for the termination was given by the town. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 11, 2026 10:35 pm
2942.	SPORTING CLAYS FUNDRAISER Nash Community College's Foundation and Metalworkers' Club held the college's annual sporting clays event on Friday, March 31 at Rose Hill. Gerald Cox and Kevin Cox chaired the tournament with 14 teams competing. Proceeds support NCC Foundation student scholarships and academic activities. Published Wednesday, May 17, 2017 11:36 pm
2943.	HAZEL JOYNER SMITH ELM CITY – Hazel Joyner Smith, 83, passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2008. She was born July 30, 1924 in Nash County. She was the daughter of the late William and Ida Joyner. She is preceded in death by her husband Robert Lee Smith and her son Donald Ray Smith. Published Tuesday, March 4, 2008 10:43 pm
2944.	It's certainly a different time! Looking back to 1996 when planning the first Blooming Festival I recall about 20 of us sitting around the table hashing out details on note pads. Most of the details were hammered out face-to-face through sub-committees. All correspondence to participants was delivered through the US Mail.Fast forward to the planning of 2022 - committees have met in person, via ZOOM and even by facetime. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, April 27, 2022 10:32 pm
2945.	AUTUMN CARE HEADS TO STATES SOFTBALL STANDOUTS. Autumn Care of Nash will take part in the 2012 North Carolina Senior Games State Finals Softball Tournament at the Walnut Creek Complex in Raleigh from Sept. 10-13. Autumn Care qualified thanks to a strong showing at the Down East Senior Games in May in Wilson. Each member of the team is over 70 years of age. Published Tuesday, August 21, 2012 10:41 pm
2946.	TEMPIE MANNING BOBROWSKI Published Tuesday, July 10, 2018 3:42 pm
2947.	RALPH DAWSON WEBB Published Wednesday, June 7, 2023 12:30 pm
2948.	2016 ELECTION RESULTS The following results are votes cast in Nashville and Nash County (Nashville numbers are election day only, totals were not available at press time) Published Wednesday, November 9, 2016 10:43 pm
2949.	RUBY RAE WARREN Ruby Rae Warren, age 85, passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2012. She was born in Martin County on October 15, 1927 to Willie Roebuck and Ida Belle Edmondson Roebuck. She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Ida Belle Roebuck; husband, Leon Warren; daughter, Peggy Vioral; brothers, Jack Roebuck and George Roebuck; and sister, Elsie Roebuck. Published Tuesday, October 23, 2012 11:14 pm
2950.	Strickland receives scholarship Casey Strickland, of Nashville, a graduate of Southern Nash High School, is the recipient of a Presidential Scholarship at Barton College. The renewable scholarship will cover $26,000 of tuition, divided into increments of $6,500 per year for four years. Published Tuesday, July 9, 2013 11:00 pm
2951.	HOMER KEITH “SAM” SLOAN JR. ZEBULON - Homer Keith “Sam” Sloan Jr., age 59, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2008. Funeral services were held on Saturday, July 26, 2008 at 12:00 noon from the White Oak Baptist Church with Rev. Harvey Jones officiating. Burial followed in the Taybron family cemetery. Published Tuesday, July 29, 2008 10:52 pm
2952.	Southern golfers take Big East match BUNN -- A Big East Conference rarity occurred during league action on March 29 at The River Golf and Country Club in Franklin County. Wilson Fike usually dominates Big East boys links action, but that wasn’t the case as host Southern Nash edged the Golden Demons for the top spot. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, April 12, 2011 10:40 pm
2953.	NASHVILLE ELEMENTARY HONOR ROLL Nashville Elementary School released its honor roll for the fifth six-week grading period of the 2006-07 school year. Published Tuesday, May 22, 2007 9:45 pm
2954.	Ephesus News On Sunday morning, Jenny and Terry Alford provided our special music as they sang “When I Get Carried Away.” We all welcomed Mike Bauer home from his recent mission trip to Haiti with the Tar River Mission Team. He shared with us how this mission impacted his life in a way he never thought possible. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, October 12, 2010 11:18 pm
2955.	Nashville American Legion Post 110 hosts annual dinner NASHVILLE - American Legion Post #110 of Nashville held its annual Ladies Night March 19 at the Nashville Methodist Church, with a crowd of over sixty treated to dinner, entertainment, a moving POW/MIA ceremony and a speech celebrating the history and accomplishments of the American Legion, which is celebrating its 105th birthday.Ladies Night is a special event designed to pay tribute to the widows and wives of local veterans. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 20, 2024 10:22 pm
2956.	We will all have to pay for government spending Our Congress and Senate has spent trillions of dollars we do not have. Who is going to pay for their spending? All working Americans will pay, not just the rich. Tarp (bank bailouts) was nothing less than the government picking and choosing who fails and who succeeds. We pay. The “Stimulus,” did you know that part of that went to pornography, some to studying mice in California and some to turtle crossings in Florida and the waste, pork and spending goes on and on. We pay. Auto Industry bailouts, the government decided who fails and who succeeds. We pay. Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, August 11, 2009 11:39 pm
2957.	JAMES EDWARD “ED” WORRELL SANDY CROSS - James Edwards Worrell, 81, passed away, August 12, 2008. He was born, June 26, 1927 in Nash County. He was the son of the late, Joseph Guy and Bertha Poland Worrell. He was preceded in death by a brother and two sisters. Published Tuesday, August 19, 2008 10:02 pm
2958.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS The sun shone beautifully on Sunday morning as Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Pastor Whitehouse greeted those present. Sanctuary flowers were given by Bob and Fran Bunn in memory of her mother, Hazel, and in honor of her father, Jake Robertson. Special music by the Adult Choir was, "Calvary Covers it All / Burdens are Lifted at Calvary." It was directed by the pastor.The title of Pastor Whitehouse's sermon was "Only Jesus and Jesus Only." BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, November 18, 2015 10:49 pm
2959.	Peachtree Hills subdivision rezoning denied NASHVILLE - A rezoning request for a new, 72-lot subdivision on Peachtree Hills Road, Spring Hope, was turned down by Nash commissioners Feb. 3, but does not preclude the possibility of a somewhat smaller, scaled-down version at the same location, as permitted under current zoning.L.D. Land Holdings LLC, the current owner of about 129 acres near the Franklin County line on both sides of Peachtree Hills Road and along the south side of Savage Road, requested conditional rezoning from A1 to RA30 for higher-density, single family homes. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 5, 2025 10:21 pm
2960.	Ruffin Price Phillips Published Tuesday, October 16, 2018 2:35 pm
2961.	ASTOR “RAY” GRIFFIN Astor “Ray” Griffin, 35, passed away Monday, June 16, 2008. He was born August 29, 1972 in Nash County. He loved his family, especially his children. Ray worked well with his hands and had a love of country music, riding four-wheelers and loved life in general. Published Tuesday, June 24, 2008 10:38 pm
2962.	RURITAN OF THE YEAR The Coopers Ruritan Club hosted its annual Volunteer Appreciation Banquet last Thursday night, recognizing those volunteers who help make the organization a success. President Steve Williams began the evening by thanking the many volunteers who contribute their time each year to the fundraising events the club holds. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, November 27, 2019 9:58 am
2963.	HAZEL VALENTINE SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS Mahala Henke and Shammond Holden 2017 Hazel Valentine BPW Scholarship recipients, were guests of the July meeting of the Nashville BPW on Monday, July 17. Henke plans to enroll at North Carolina State University. Holden plans to enroll at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.The program for the meeting was "The Past - The Present - The Future." Published Wednesday, July 26, 2017 10:37 pm
2964.	Ephesus Community News Congratulations to Amber Williams who has a new baby girl, Savanah Karsyn Williams, born August 14 at 12:13 a.m., weighing 6 pounds 1 ounce, and 18-3/4 inches long. Proud grandparents are Dale and Wanda Williams. Welcome, baby Savanah! DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, August 25, 2009 11:11 pm
2965.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Betty P. Ange and Betty P. Stephens Ange to Mayor's Staff, LLC; property along West Mount Drive Kimberly W. Boddie and William Lewis Boddie to Nancy Digges Wilkinson; Fairfield Village Subdivision, Section 2, Lot 59; $275,000Stephen E. Webb II to Carl L. Burgess and Brenda M. Burgess; Castleberry, Section 2, Lot 10; $350,000Brandy Annette Jones, Brandy Jones and Tayanna Jones to Carl Burgess and Brenda Mercer Burgess; 1711 Bedfordshire Road, Nashville Published Wednesday, September 25, 2024 10:15 pm
2966.	SCV, family remembers Confederate soldier The late William Frank Edwards of Spring Hope was honored recently for his service during the Civil War. A Southern Cross of Honor was placed upon his grave site on Sheep Pasture Road during a special dedication service hosted Saturday, June 11th, by The Sons of Confederate Veterans, the Gen. Matt W. Ransom Camp 861 of Weldon.The ceremony was opened by Jeff Dickens, Commander of Gen. Matt W. Ransom Camp 861. JO ANNE COOPER, GRAPHIC PUBLISHER / Published Wednesday, June 15, 2016 10:58 pm
2967.	Beulah Community News I hope everyone had a good week. The warm sunshine will make us all feel better after so much rain last week. Many of you have said you missed reading my Beulah News last week. Thanks for your nice comments and I’ll try not to miss writing it again. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, March 24, 2009 9:52 pm
2968.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a cold, wintery morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Pastor Whitehouse shared the pulpit with his daughter, The Rev. Christina Whitehouse-Suggs of Columbia, SC. She brought the special music, which was a beautiful rendition of “Beulah Land.” Her sermon was titled “Greedy Boys and Happy Trees” based on Luke 19: 1-10. She began her sermon by reading the children’s book, “The Giving Tree” by Shel Silverstein. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, November 7, 2012 12:46 am
2969.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS A message from Pastor Gene Whitehouse of Peachtree Baptist Church."I find very few things as precious to me as a word from the book of Isaiah: "... for I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is no one like me, declaring the end from the beginning and from ancient times things not yet done, saying, "My purpose shall stand, and I will fulfill my intention," (Isaiah 46:9-10). FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, July 1, 2020 10:48 pm
2970.	Spring Hope Elementary honor roll students Spring Hope Elementary School recently announced its Honor Roll recipients for the fifth six weeks: Published Tuesday, May 26, 2009 10:23 pm
2971.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS We want to thank Amy West for doing a great job organizing the VBS for Beulah Church of Christ which was held last Saturday. Also thanks to all the other volunteers who helped her with the work, making the day a great success. It was really enjoyed by a lot of children (and adults). On Sunday morning we had a good attendance at Beulah and several visitors. I hope everyone received a blessing from the service. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, July 12, 2011 10:35 pm
2972.	Beulah Community News At Beulah Church of Christ we had another great week-end. Friday, Friday night and Saturday we had continuous prayer. At least one person came every hour, having quiet time to talk to God. It was really very inspirational and heart warming. On Sunday morning we had another good sermon brought to us by our minister, Daniel West. Sunday school began at 9:45, followed by church service at 11. Kenneth Massengale, elder presided over the communion service. Men at the table were Earl Cary, Roger Parker, Jeff Joyner and Freddie Dunn. The leader of Junior church was Wendy Rose. The beautiful flowers were placed in the church by Lois Hedgepeth in memory of her late husband, Roy Hedgepeth. Thank you Mrs. Lois, and we still remember all the smiles and special services Mr. Roy did at Beulah. May God continue to bless you and your Christian life. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:13 pm
2973.	Community gives back to SNHS teachers, staff Southern Nash High School again teamed up with Piggly Wiggly of Bailey and held a Turkey Giveaway for the entire faculty and staff. Farm Pak and Rob Glover Produce also donated items to enable a full Thanksgiving meal in each bag. Along with the meal, staff also received gift bags from Piggly Wiggly and Waste Industries.This is the second year the school has held the Turkey Giveaway. Published Tuesday, November 26, 2013 10:57 pm
2974.	JIMMY WAYNE POYTHRESS Published Monday, May 6, 2024 3:01 pm
2975.	Three decades of witnessing the change of guard Over the past thirty-plus years at The Graphic, I've witnessed quite a few folks walk into new law enforcement leadership roles. I've covered four sheriffs, five Nashville police chiefs, and numerous law enforcement leaders across Nash County. It's always interesting to watch the overall changes within a department and community when the change of guard happens.Nashville announced last week the promotion of Lt. Caleb Shockley as its new police chief. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, March 26, 2025 10:13 pm
2976.	WILLIS POWERS HOLDING JR. Published Wednesday, December 26, 2018 11:28 am
2977.	RED OAK NEWS Suzy and Audrey Pearce, NRBA WMU Children’s Missions Consultants, attended the Associational Leadership Team meeting on Saturday, Feb. 4 at the Associational Center in Dortches. The Adult I-A Sunday School Class at Red Oak Baptist Church had a very successful hot dog/hamburger fundraiser Saturday, Feb. 4 for the Brandon Pitt family and the Pitt Stop Food Pantry. SUZY PEARCE / Published Tuesday, February 7, 2012 11:11 pm
2978.	JERRY LEVERN BAKER NASHVILLE -Jerry Levern Baker, 68, passed away Monday, September 3, 2012. He was born October 21, 1943 in Nash County to the late Lacy and Geneva Joyner Baker. Jerry was preceded in death by his wife, Ginger Layton Baker and a brother, Arnold Baker. Published Tuesday, September 4, 2012 11:16 pm
2979.	Beulah Community News On Sunday morning we had a guest speaker. We did not separate and go to our regular classes. Everyone really enjoyed meeting together with Mike Wesner from Campus Christian Fellowship. He shared with us how the ministry is accomplished for the kingdom on university and college campuses. Our Steve Haggerty was also with him. By WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Wednesday, October 8, 2008 12:25 am
2980.	CAROLE GLOVER JOYNER Published Tuesday, November 24, 2020 8:08 pm
2981.	How to trap a cat in just a few easy steps Plots, plans and conspiracies have become so commonplace at our house, my wife and I don’t even flinch anymore when the boys make plans. While there may be some occasional anxiety when the mike is passed during the children’s sermon, we’ve come to accept anything not resulting in an ER visit is an acceptable risk.So, it didn’t draw any ideas out of the ordinary when our six-year-old made his Christmas list: rope, duct tape, batteries, flashlight, string, pvc pipe, case of water and scotch tape. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, January 28, 2014 10:59 pm
2982.	Anne Louise Enck Fassnacht Published Friday, August 5, 2016 4:08 pm
2983.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Mondale Cobb to Michelle L. Cobb; 3413 Merrifield Road, Rocky MountDavid Brantley and Sons, Inc. to Ryan Wesley Welch and Leah Caitlyn Welch; 5.77 acresSergio Saldana Arenas and Esperanza De La Cruz Tolentino to Medina Realty, LLC; .13 acres; $95,000Mary Wright, William Wright Jr., Elizabeth Barnes, Susan Barnes, Donisha Barnes, Haywood Sumner and Briana Sumner to Mary Wright; property in Nash County Published Wednesday, September 10, 2025 10:26 pm
2984.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a beautiful but chilly Sunday morning, Peachtree folks gathered for worship. The sanctuary was adorned for the Christmas season by a mass of poinsettia, given by members in honor or memory of loved ones. Also in place were a nativity scene and a beautiful Chrismon tree. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, December 10, 2014 11:19 pm
2985.	Foster Receives Whitley Award NASH COUNTY -- Friends and family of Dudley Whitley, long-time coach and administrator, recently established an annual award to honor his memory. The Dudley Whitley Memorial Award recognizes a coach who exemplifies Whitley’s goals, character and sportsmanship as well as one who serves as a positive role model for students. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, June 29, 2010 10:36 pm
2986.	Ephesus Community News Pastor David Eidson prepared our hearts to worship as he reminded us we are living sacrifices. Romans 12:1, “Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship.” DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, October 27, 2009 11:40 pm
2987.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a frosty Sunday morning Peachtree folks gathered at the church for worship. Pastor Whitehouse was back after being absent for surgery last Sunday. It was good to have him back. Sanctuary flowers were given by Aubrey and Kathy Farmer in memory and honor of our veterans and in honor of the men and women currently serving all over the world in the defense of our nation. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, November 16, 2016 10:59 pm
2988.	Ephesus Community News Rev. Tony Futrell’s message on Sunday was “Soli Deo Gloria,” God is the one for us to glorify. By LOTTIE LOU DICKENS / Published Tuesday, November 27, 2007 10:56 pm
2989.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Sunday was a perfect summer day as Peachtree folks gathered for worship. The sanctuary flowers were given by Jane May in memory of her husband, Perry May. Special music was a solo by Fay Vick who sang a beautiful arrangement of "Beulah Land". The sermon was brought by the Rev. Larry Williams of Louisburg. {Pastor Whitehouse was attending the graduation of his grandson, Ryan Whitehouse, from Apex Senior High School.} Jerry Hobgood introduced the speaker who chose as his sermon topic "Something Lacking in Life". BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, June 10, 2015 10:46 pm
2990.	Dorothy Batchelor Sawrey Vick Published Tuesday, July 23, 2019 2:15 pm
2991.	ALBERT GRAHAM BROWN, JR. Rocky Mount – Albert Graham “Grady” Brown, Jr., 57, died Tuesday, February 5, 2008. He was born in Rocky Mount, NC on Nov. 1, 1950 to Albert Graham and Mary Frances Joyner Brown. Published Tuesday, February 12, 2008 10:44 pm
2992.	Beulah Community News We had another great day at Beulah Church of Christ on Sunday. We had a good attendance, several visitors, and the church was filled with beautiful flowers. Frances Dunn and family shared the flowers in loving memory of Freddie Dunn who recently passed away. Sunday school began at 9:45 followed by church service at 11. One visitor I want to mention was Johnnie Ray Hicks who grew up in our church. His son was with him also. He now lives in Virginia and is the brother of Barbara and Shirley Jane Ricks. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Wednesday, April 22, 2009 12:50 am
2993.	Hot Stove banquet is scheduled WILSON -- The 45th Annual Wilson Hot Stove League Banquet is scheduled for January 21 at 6 p.m. at the Recreation Park Community Center.Cost is $25 per person, which includes a catered meal from Parker's Barbecue.USA Baseball President Mike Gaski will be the featured speaker. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, January 15, 2020 10:54 pm
2994.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a windy and drizzly Sunday morning, Peachtree folks gathered for worship at the church. Pastor Whitehouse welcomed those present. Sanctuary flowers were given by Ann Browder in memory of her husband, Bobby Browder. The Adult Choir sang "Holy Spirit Medley." The scripture reading was from James 2:8-13 and was read by Robert Sykes. Pastor Whitehouse's sermon was titled "Submission to the Lord and his Word." BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, October 7, 2015 10:58 pm
2995.	Team qualifies for nationals GREENVILLE -- For the fourth time since 2004, a Nash County Babe Ruth All-Star team has earned a bid to the Babe Ruth World Series. From Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, August 1, 2006 11:42 pm
2996.	DANIEL KEITH “DANNY” WATSON NASHVILLE - Daniel Keith “Danny” Watson, age 65, passed away Saturday, September 28, 2013. Born in Pitt County on July 27, 1948, he was the son of the late William “Bill” Ernest Watson and Lydia Meeks Watson. Published Tuesday, October 1, 2013 11:08 pm
2997.	TERRI ROBERSON GURGANUS Published Wednesday, June 7, 2023 12:31 pm
2998.	Joann Blondell Rhodes Published Friday, December 4, 2015 10:50 am
2999.	Protect your identity Placing a security freeze on your credit is the best way I know to protect yourself from identity theft. And under a new state law that started October 1, North Carolinians can get security freezes for free online. Identity thieves use bits of personal information about you, like your date of birth and your Social Security Number, to try to open new accounts and run up bills in your name. ID thieves can do a lot of damage and cost the average victim around $500, according to the Federal Trade Commission, plus the time it takes to clean up your good name. Attorney General Roy Cooper / Published Tuesday, October 13, 2009 11:02 pm
3000.	Ephesus Community News Mothers were honored Sunday. Flowers were given to the oldest mother, Mrs. Josephine Lamm; the mother with the youngest child was Amber Williams; and the mother who had the most children present in church, Heather Coffey, who had all five children in church. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, May 11, 2010 10:13 pm