The Nashville Graphic

3001.	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
3002.	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
3003.	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
3004.	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
3005.	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
3006.	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
3007.	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
3008.	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
3009.	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
3010.	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
3011.	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
3012.	Ruffin Price Phillips Published Tuesday, October 16, 2018 2:35 pm
3013.	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
3014.	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
3015.	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
3016.	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
3017.	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
3018.	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
3019.	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
3020.	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
3021.	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
3022.	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
3023.	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
3024.	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
3025.	JIMMY WAYNE POYTHRESS Published Monday, May 6, 2024 3:01 pm
3026.	WILLIS POWERS HOLDING JR. Published Wednesday, December 26, 2018 11:28 am
3027.	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
3028.	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
3029.	CAROLE GLOVER JOYNER Published Tuesday, November 24, 2020 8:08 pm
3030.	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
3031.	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
3032.	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
3033.	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
3034.	Anne Louise Enck Fassnacht Published Friday, August 5, 2016 4:08 pm
3035.	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
3036.	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
3037.	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
3038.	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
3039.	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
3040.	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
3041.	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
3042.	Local student uses talent to help others A Nash Central High School student is using her senior project to help a charitable organization.Grayson Harris is selling her artwork and donating all proceeds to the Wildlife Conservation Society, an organization that works to preserve endangered species. Harris' artwork is part of her senior project at Nash Central High School. The school requires all students to plan and implement a senior project, which includes a research paper, a presentation and a final product. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 28, 2016 10:19 pm
3043.	Dorothy Batchelor Sawrey Vick Published Tuesday, July 23, 2019 2:15 pm
3044.	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
3045.	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
3046.	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
3047.	TERRI ROBERSON GURGANUS Published Wednesday, June 7, 2023 12:31 pm
3048.	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
3049.	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
3050.	Joann Blondell Rhodes Published Friday, December 4, 2015 10:50 am
3051.	PEGGY HENDRICKS TYSON Published Monday, August 21, 2023 4:52 pm
3052.	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
3053.	HONORING VETERANS Nash County honored veterans at various ceremonies over the past week with a final service on Tuesday, November 11, Veterans Day.Southern Nash Middle School hosted its annual Veterans Appreciation Service last Friday. As part of that service, local veterans were invited to come out to the school and meet and talk to sixth grade students. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, November 12, 2014 11:34 pm
3054.	RUBY LEIGH JOYNER WINSTEAD Ruby Leigh Joyner Winstead died on November 28, 2010, at the age of 90. Published Tuesday, November 30, 2010 11:41 pm
3055.	Local farmers participate in NCSU Tobacco Course Two young Nash County tobacco growers, Michael High of Bailey and Matthew Scott Tilley of Spring Hope, recently participated in the week long 2014 NC State Tobacco Short Course in Raleigh. Also participating in the event was Mike Narron of Nashville, who works as a crop consultant serving tobacco farmers.High has been farming with his father, Dean and uncle Lee High, at High Farms for 12 years. Published Tuesday, March 11, 2014 11:12 pm
3056.	REV. DR. ALLEN T. CHERRY Published Monday, September 26, 2022 9:24 am
3057.	MYRTLE WILLIAMS COLLINS Myrtle Williams Collins, age 88, passed away Sunday, November 17, 2013. Born in Edgecombe County on September 30, 1925, she was the daughter of the late Willie Williams and Mable Christopher Williams. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Collins and brother, Marvin Williams. Published Tuesday, November 19, 2013 10:52 pm
3058.	RED OAK NEWS Welcome to Larry and Rhonda Flood who recently joined the Red Oak Baptist Church family!Women in Action missions group of Red Oak Baptist Church will meet on Tuesday, February 11 at 6:30 pm at the church.Tickets are still available for the Outdoorsman Banquet on Saturday, March 8 at 5:00 pm - 7:30 PM at Red Oak Baptist Church! Tickets are $10 each. Purchase tickets and give them to friends and family. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, February 5, 2025 10:21 pm
3059.	NNHS continues soccer schedule RED OAK -- Poor weather continues to be an issue for the Northern Nash High School girls soccer squad -- but the Lady Knights are still managing to get in some matches.Last week, Northern Nash stepped out of Big East Conference action and secured a lopsided 9-0 decision against Southern Vance. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, April 8, 2014 11:08 pm
3060.	NN FOOTBALL SIGNEES, 2 BRIAN HOPKINS, JR. Northern Nash's Brian Hopkins, Jr. signs a letter-of-intent to continue his football career at Elizabeth City State University. Also pictured are (back, l to r) NN assistant coach Cameron Avery, NN Principal (and father) Brian Hopkins, Sr., NN head coach Andrew Farriss and NN Athletic Director Joey Keefe; (front, l to r) Tiffany Hopkins (mother), Kendall Hopkins (brother) and Mike Hopkins (brother). (Graphic photo by Geoff Neville) Published Wednesday, February 12, 2020 10:26 pm
3061.	Intersections: God and Life Words make a difference. As a pastor I want Christ to speak His truth through me. Often someone will approach me to let me know that they remember something I've said. I've also had people approach me to share something I said months ago. It's truly incredible what you and I remember. On last Sunday night, Castalia Baptist Church welcomed the Watchman Quartet. Most of the songs I knew. CARLYLE HALL / Published Wednesday, February 7, 2018 10:27 pm
3062.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS After a frigid week of ice and snow, Peachtree folks gathered at the church for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Ann and Niki Cannon in memory of Ann’s husband and Niki’s father, Jim Cannon.Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon topic, “What Are You Going to Do about It?” It was based on I Samuel 26. It is an account of an incident in the life of David. Barbara Hardison / Published Tuesday, January 28, 2014 10:59 pm
3063.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS Building Permit CommercialAllen Industries, Inc.; 3220 E. Old Spring Hope Rd.; sign; $18,000Allen Industries, Inc.; 3220 E. Old Spring Hope Rd.; sign; $18,000 Published Wednesday, November 8, 2023 10:20 pm
3064.	William Timothy "Tim" Joyner Published Tuesday, January 25, 2022 3:58 pm
3065.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Peachtree folks gathered for worship on a chilly, Palm Sunday. Sanctuary flowers were given by Annie Belle Edwards in memory of her husband, Harold Edwards.Pastor Whitehouse's sermon was titled, "The Holiness of God." It was based on a scripture passage found in Isaiah 6: 1-8.Beverly Wilson's sermon to the children was about 'rocks' as they are found in Bible stories. There were some about David, Elijah, Nehemiah, Gideon and Solomon. When Jesus rode into Jerusalem on the first Palm Sunday, he passed through the gate of a rock wall. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, March 23, 2016 10:27 pm
3066.	Ephesus News On Sunday morning, our service began with special music provided by the “Bible Belters” (Terry and Jenny Alford, Lynn Cash, and Patrick Snipes) as they sang Jesus Is Coming Soon. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, October 19, 2010 10:52 pm
3067.	Nash 4-H'ers recognized The holidays may be over but Nash County 4-H still has a lot to celebrate. Several 4-H youth and leaders were recognized on Monday night at the annual awards banquet, themed "Holiday Fun and Awards." The banquet is held each year to recognize 4-H members, volunteers and leaders for their accomplishments for the year prior. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 1, 2023 10:47 pm
3068.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On another beautiful Sunday morning, Peachtree folks gathered to worship. Pastor Whitehouse greeted all those present. Sanctuary flowers were given by Cheryl and Doug Hayes in memory of Melvin C. and Annie Hayes. The choir sang “Prayer for America”, in commemoration of the up-coming observance of Patriots’ Day on 9/11. Barbara Hardison / Published Tuesday, September 10, 2013 10:37 pm
3069.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a sunny December morning, Peachtree folks met for worship. The sanctuary was still adorned with poinsettia given in honor and memory of loved ones. On this third Sunday of Advent, the Advent meditation was led by Lynn Griffin and Joan Eason. They lit the candle representing ‘Joy’, so that it would burn along with the candles of ‘Hope’ and ‘Peace’. Barbara Hardison / Published Tuesday, December 17, 2013 11:13 pm
3070.	WILLIAM (LARRY) FISHER CASTALIA - William (Larry) Fisher, 75, passed away, Thursday, July 3, 2014. He was born November 17, 1938 in Nash County to the late William B. and Ruth Boulden Fisher. Larry was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Nicole Fisher. Published Tuesday, July 8, 2014 11:07 pm
3071.	ROBERT "BOB" DENNIS ALLEN Published Tuesday, December 7, 2021 9:28 am
3072.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Sunday was Psalm Sunday- the beginning of Holy Week. The weather could not have been more beautiful than it was on this special Sunday, as Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Brent Griffin in memory of Eric Vick, the son of Faye and Reggie Vick. Eric died in Iraq in the service of his country on April 4, 2007. His sacrifice is not forgotten. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, April 15, 2014 11:03 pm
3073.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a sunny morning Peachtree folks gathered at the church for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Ricky and Dianne Tucker in memory of Ricky's parents, Jensy and Kent Tucker. Pastor Whitehouse reminded the congregation of the Annie Armstrong Easter offering which supports missionaries serving in the United States and Canada. The theme for this year is "Here Am I /Send Me." The national goal is $70 million, and Peachtree's share of that is $500. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, March 16, 2016 10:58 pm
3074.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Peachtree folks gathered for worship on a beautiful June morning. Pastor Whitehouse greeted those present. Sanctuary flowers were given by Jane May in memory of her husband, Perry May.The sermon was titled ‘Close Doesn’t Count in Salvation.’ The prophetic scripture was found in Matthew 24:36-41.The truths that Pastor Whitehouse presented were that when Christ returns, it will be sudden and final. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, June 3, 2014 11:49 pm
3075.	Nash detention center financing bid awarded At their meeting last week, the Nash County Board of Commissioners enabled the Nash County Detention Center addition project to move forward as they approved the preliminary findings resolution and the winning bidder. No one was present for the public hearing held before the commissioners' voted on the project.Installment financing for the project will not exceed $14 million in principal, the resolution states. MICHELE A. CRUZ, GRAPHIC NEWS CORRESPONDENT / Published Wednesday, August 11, 2021 10:21 pm
3076.	OSCAR HARRISON COGGIN Oscar Harrison Coggin, 76, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2009. He was born January 11, 1933 in Halifax County. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 50 years, Vanette B. Coggin. Published Tuesday, November 3, 2009 11:55 pm
3077.	‘Canes season tickets available RALEIGH -- The National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes have announced the team’s mini-season ticket plans for the 2012-13 season. Mini-season ticket plan-holders can opt for a 26-game plan, or choose between three different 12-game plans. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, June 26, 2012 10:46 pm
3078.	VIRGINIA NELL JOHNSON YORMAN Rocky Mount - Virginia Nell Johnson Yorman, 87, passed away Saturday, August 9, 2008. She was born February 17, 1921 in Wilson County. She was the daughter of the late William and Minnie Williams. Virginia was preceded in death by her husband Warren F. Yorman. Published Tuesday, August 12, 2008 10:09 pm
3079.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS It was a sunny, but chilly morning as Peachtree folks gathered at the church for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Annie Belle Edwards. She gave the beautiful arrangement of spring flowers in memory of her husband, Harold, on the occasion of his ninetieth birthday.The Adult Choir sang "His Strength is Perfect" under the direction of the pastor. Jane May played a beautiful piano arrangement of "I Shall Know Him". Beverly Wilson's sermon for the children was about 'water 'and how important it is to us. She told the story about Jesus waiting at a well for a drink of water. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, March 22, 2017 10:29 pm
3080.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS James Erwin Garris to James Erwin Garris and Johnny L. Garris; Lite Wood Acres, Block A, Lot 1Graceanne Williamson McClamrock to Aniruddh Som; 221 Foxhall Drive, Rocky MountCMH Homes, Inc. to Nathan Lee Hommel; Section 8, Creekside Manor, Lot 36; $295,000Christopher A. Welty, Krista Welty and Krista R. Welty to Headington Properties, LLC; 66 Walbrook Court, 70 Walbrook Court and 74 Walbrook Court, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, May 24, 2023 10:43 pm
3081.	Nashville Chamber seeks nominees Nashville's Chamber of Commerce is searching for its next Distinguished Citizen. The deadline to submit a nomination is February 19. The Distinguished Citizen Award is presented to a citizen or business person from the Nashville area that strives to make the community a better place. Published Wednesday, February 6, 2019 11:18 pm
3082.	Joanna Wade McDevitt Published Tuesday, January 9, 2018 5:33 pm
3083.	ELLA JANICE DANIEL Ella Janice Daniel passed away November 30, 2007. She was born September 8, 1938 in Nash County. She was the daughter of the late Clifford and Helen Glover Sanders. She was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. Survivors include her husband, Bobby Daniel, one son, Keith Daniel and wife Teresa of Wilson, one daughter, Karen Glenn and husband Buddy of Wake Forest, and three grandchildren. Published Tuesday, December 4, 2007 11:00 pm
3084.	DAR presents Good Citizens Awards to local seniors Micajah Pettaway Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution honored the winners of the DAR Good Citizens Award at their May meeting.The DAR recognizes and rewards seniors who possess the qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism in their homes, schools, and communities. These students are selected by their teachers because they demonstrate these qualities to an outstanding degree. Published Wednesday, May 9, 2018 10:59 pm
3085.	You can always count on God in times of trouble Several years ago, I attended the Annual Legislative Conference of the National Association of Counties in Washington, D.C. I told my wife that I had an uneasy feeling about this trip. We left two college-age children at home to fend for themselves and we took two teenagers with us. "Lord," I thought, "Have mercy upon us". MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, June 20, 2018 11:03 pm
3086.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Resurrection Sunday was a beautiful day. The Peachtree Baptist Church Congregation, family and friends met to worship our RISEN LORD on Easter Sunday. The Church was full of the faithful knowing what a special day it was for our Christian Faith. The sanctuary flower arrangement Sunday was loving presented to glorify God by Fran and Bob Bunn In honor of our Risen Lord and all the Christians around the world. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, April 7, 2021 10:40 pm
3087.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a drizzly, fall morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given in memory of R. S. Griffin by his widow, Lillie Belle Griffin.Pastor Whitehouse welcomed all those present. His sermon topic was “Is Your Grace Hidden?” It was based on scripture found in I Samuel 16:18-23. It was a continuation of a study of King David’s life. Barbara Hardison / Published Tuesday, October 15, 2013 11:16 pm
3088.	Spring Hope hosts 48th Pumpkin Festival Saturday was the perfect fall day for the 48th annual Spring Hope Pumpkin Festival. Spring Hope Chamber of Commerce President Allen Barbee said he attributes the weather to having such a great event. "The weather was the saving grace," he said. "It was so pleasant. Everybody talked about how nice the weather was. " AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 9, 2019 10:38 pm
3089.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Sunday was the 10 year anniversary of the church fire. Peachtree folks gathered for worship with memories of that disastrous event. Each person has a little different memory of how they felt on that early morning. Beverly Wilson spoke, as Deacon Chairman. On that day she was traveling home from a vacation when she learned, by phone, of the fire. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, June 17, 2015 11:34 pm
3090.	NASHVILLE HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES HOLD REUNION CLASS OF 1965 - Pictured on the first row, left to right, are: Linda Baines Evans, Jean Cooper Davis, and Myra Ward Vic. Second row: Kathy Shumate Smith, Faye Cooley Vick, and Lynn Vandiford Jones. Third row: Janice Lancaster Watson, Angela Holland Roberts and Robbie Jones. Fourth row: Joan Meade Sykes, and Glenn Walker. Fifth row: David Jackson, Helen Cherry Rabil, Joseph Porter, Bonnie Brantley Fowler, Johnny Long, Lucien Vick, David Rose, Ricky Parker, Danny Bell and Ricky Thomasson. Contributed photo Published Wednesday, June 22, 2022 10:48 pm
3091.	Jessie Dean Rose Taylor Published Tuesday, September 24, 2024 8:37 am
3092.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS All of the Peachtree folks were happy to be back from their Thanksgiving travels and at church on Sunday morning. Pastor Whitehouse greeted those who were present. The sanctuary was adorned for Christmas with a beautiful Chrismon tree; a manger for the Baby Jesus; the Advent candle and wreath; and banks of poinsettias given in memory or honor of loved ones. "Peace" is the Advent theme for the second Sunday in Advent. The readings and candle lighting were led by Amy Sykes and Beverly Wilson. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, December 9, 2015 11:06 pm
3093.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS A message from Pastor Gene Whitehouse of Peachtree Baptist Church.On Sunday, May 24th, we dedicated our very first worship service we have held as "the church in worship" since March 15th to those who gave their all for their country. Everyone was reverently excited by seeing friends and church family face to face and being in the Lord's house on the Sabbath. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, May 27, 2020 10:31 pm
3094.	Nashville Elementary has announced its honor roll for the 4th six weeks. Spring Hope Elementary School has announced is Honor Roll for the 5th Six Weeks of the 2008 year. Published Wednesday, May 7, 2008 2:31 am
3095.	Peggy Moore Jefferson Hill Published Tuesday, October 30, 2018 4:35 pm
3096.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Spring weather was once again here on Sunday morning. Pastor Whitehouse’s sermon was titled “Simple Faith in Christ”. It was based on Galatians 2: 15-26. There is a great chasm between God and man because God is righteous and man is not. The “Good News” is that God has taken it upon himself to do something about the “gap” that stands between Him and all mankind. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, April 6, 2011 1:22 am
3097.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS Nash County Planning and Inspections issued the following building permits from March 23 through March 27. Staff / Published Wednesday, April 1, 2015 11:01 pm
3098.	FREDDIE RAY DUNN NASHVILLE - Frederick Ray Dunn, 70, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2009. He was the son of the late George and Amanda Skinner Dunn. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Pamela Kay Dunn and brother; James Marcus Dunn. Published Tuesday, April 14, 2009 11:07 pm
3099.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS JUNE 14 - 18 Klaudia K Lipford and Brian H. Cloud to Artifex Properties; 724 Mill Street, Rocky Mount; $39,000Silver Lining Flips, Inc. to Kesha Wilsher and Derick Little; Section 3, Wood Green, Block H, Lot 3; $305,000Samuel M. Marsh and Lou Whitney Davis to William A. Owens and Tonie A. Owens; 1201 Tavern Landing, Rocky Mount; $550,000 Published Wednesday, June 23, 2021 10:40 pm
3100.	CHARLES RAY ELLIS Charles Ray Ellis of Rocky Mount passed away Thursday April 19, 2012. His was preceded in death by his wife, Maude Rogers Ellis of 45 years, parents William and Maggie Ellis and siblings James “Buddy” Ellis, Francis Stewart, and Ruby Ballance. Published Tuesday, April 24, 2012 11:12 pm