The Nashville Graphic

3301.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a beautiful Sunday in June, Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Jane May in memory of her husband, Perry W. May. Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon topic, “How God’s Will Can Mess up Your Life in a Good Way.” It was based on scripture passage Luke 5: 1-11. To discover the will of God, do the thing that you know God would have you do right now. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, June 4, 2013 10:47 pm
3302.	Bettie Ruth Ezzell Published Tuesday, February 19, 2019 1:37 pm
3303.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS The weather for Easter Sunday was just about perfect. It was a little frosty for the early sunrise services but the sun shone beautifully for the rest of the day. It was warm as families gathered for church and lunch together later- perfect weather for the children to hunt Easter eggs.Peachtree folks gathered at the church for worship. Sanctuary flowers were Easter lilies given by Jerry and Melba Hobgood in memory of their parents. Pastor Whitehouse's sermon topic was "You Have Nothing to Fear". The Scripture passage from Acts 2:24-32 was read by Ricky Tucker. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, April 8, 2015 11:54 pm
3304.	COUNTY LINE RACEWAY RESULTS ELM CITY -- Here are last Saturday’s results from action at the County Line Raceway: From Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, July 22, 2008 10:25 pm
3305.	TONY ALLEN PERRY Tony Allen Perry, 74, passed away July 29, 2014. Tony was born August 19, 1939 in Nash County to the late Jesse Willard Perry and Dorothy Rachel Pridgen. Along with his parents, Tony is preceded in death by his wife, Diane Blackwell Perry, two brothers Dallas Ray Perry and Ulysses “Dink” Perry, and sister Ann Perry. Published Wednesday, August 6, 2014 10:44 pm
3306.	Nash County Blood Drives for December 2014 Saturday, December 6 from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Capital Ford Lincoln, 2012 Stone Rose Drive, Rocky MountThursday, December 11 from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the Environmental Services Building on Thorpe Road in Rocky MountWednesday, December 17 from 1:30 until 6 p.m. at Sunset Avenue Baptist Church, 3732 Sunset Avenue Published Wednesday, December 3, 2014 11:40 pm
3307.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS For worship at Peachtree on Sunday morning sanctuary flowers were given by Patricia, Bill and Bart Wood. They were given in memory of Patricia’s husband and Bill and Bart’s father, James Madison Wood. Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon topic “Being Right with God is about Believing, Not Achieving.” BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, May 24, 2011 10:49 pm
3308.	Big East FB stars saluted NASH COUNTY -- Heroics were plentiful this fall on the Big East Conference football stage, but nobody dished them out in more prolific fashion than the high-scoring Southern Nash Firebirds.Southern, under the direction of veteran head coach Brian Foster, went undefeated in the regular season and won the Big East crown for the third consecutive campaign. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, December 26, 2018 10:47 pm
3309.	TILLIE FULLER FOUNTAIN Tillie Fuller Fountain, age 85, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2014. Born in Nash County on May 23, 1928, she was the daughter of the late William C. Fuller and Beulah Joyner Fuller. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Joe Fountain Jr.; sisters, Nell Dabrowski and Cadie Hamilton; and brothers, William C. Fuller Jr. and Giles Fuller. Published Tuesday, April 8, 2014 11:08 pm
3310.	Beulah Community News Several friends and members are having birthdays in the month of October. Those I am aware of are Gwen Hedgepeth, Pam Bailey, Stephen Hunt, Sonnie Wheeler, Julie Woodfin, Beth Enroughty, Mary Helen Pendleton and Peggy Webb, also Susan Enroughty Whitley and her husband Damian Whitley. Happy Birthday to each of you and may god bless you through another year. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, October 27, 2009 11:40 pm
3311.	Nash Arts seeks new members Each year during the summer months, Nash Arts puts its membership drive into gear. Currently in the midst of its 2009 membership drive, Shelly Gray, Office Manager at Nash Arts, said the membership drive is a time to showcase what benefits members receive by joining Nash Arts. One of the many perks of being a member is discounted tickets for events at Nash Arts. And with several new additions to its schedule this year, being a member is all the more enticing. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, September 8, 2009 10:53 pm
3312.	Cooperative Extension’s Centennial Celebration Locals Bobby Joe Fisher, of Nash County Farm Bureau and Parker Phillips, Nash County Extension Advisory Council Chair, recently attended the Cooperative Extension’s Centennial Celebration at the Albermarle in Elizabeth City. As part of the event, Phillips recited an original poem and acknowledging Dr. Travis Burke as being a recent North Carolina State University College Profile recipient. Published Wednesday, December 10, 2014 11:19 pm
3313.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS JUNE 13-17 Y&R Homes, LLC to Triangle Homes and Rehab, Inc. and Beman Home Solutions, Inc.; 12621 Talon Drive, Zebulon; $125,000Carol Reiner to Barbara McCann and John Lomot; Lake Royale, Lots C-2383 and C-2384Cameron Blake McKeel and Natalie Anne McKeel to Brandon Scott Miles and Lindsay Marie Miles; Section 4, Cedar Ridge Subdivision, Phase 4, Lot 24 Published Wednesday, June 22, 2022 10:48 pm
3314.	Wright to finish husband’s term on council During its annual retreat on Monday, Nashville’s Council unanimously voted to let Frank Wright’s wife, Jackie, serve the remainder of his term. The item was brought before the council at the end of the day long retreat. Mayor Donald Street told council members several options were available to fill Wright’s seat. Wright passed away in November. “Of course we are all saddened with the loss of Frank and the appropriate amount of time has passed and we need to make some decisions,” Street said. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, January 27, 2009 10:24 pm
3315.	Running Festival expands to offer Marathon The Nashville NC Running Festival, presented by Global Tax Management to be held for its second year on Saturday, Oct. 28, is adding two new distances, one of which is 26.2 miles or a "full marathon." This will be the first full marathon ever held in the area and is a Boston Marathon Qualifier.Race Director Travis Hedgepeth said the other new distance added is a One Mile race, which is open to anyone but will be free to any runner aged 14 and under. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 11, 2023 10:22 pm
3316.	JOSEPH WILLIAM (BILL) WHITFIELD Joseph William (Bill) Whitfield, 77, passed away on Sunday evening, February 2 2014. He was born in Nashville, on June 9. 1936, the only child of Wade Hampton and Lucy Ward Whitfield, also of Nashville. He was preceded in death by a son, Thomas Addison Whitfield and wives Peggy Combs Whitfield and Ava Combs Whitfield. Published Tuesday, February 4, 2014 10:51 pm
3317.	Nash purchases land for park Nash County Commissioners announced last week the purchase of a 46-acre tract at 4671 Joyner Road that will be used to build the county's latest park. The decision was made on Friday following a closed session meeting.Commissioner Wayne Outlaw made the motion to purchase the piece of property, which is owned by Horne and Walston Farms, for $209,835. The motion was contingent on a suitable Phase 1 environmental assessment and subject to final review and approval of the closing documentation by the County Attorney and staff. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 12, 2017 11:10 pm
3318.	Northern upends Gryphs ROCKY MOUNT -- Call it a gut check. Even call it miraculous. But Northern Nash's Rick Ruffin called it a conference win. A packed house at Rocky Mount High last Friday night left the gym stunned. Northern Nash, sitting in the cellar of the NEW 6 Conference, got its first league victory of the season by coming to Rocky Mount and downing the Gryphons 70-60. By Charles Alston, Graphic Correspondent / Published Wednesday, January 24, 2007 12:25 am
3319.	WILFRED F. EVANS, SR. Wilfred F. (Chief) Evans, Sr. passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2008. A former resident of the Sandy Cross Community and Daytona Beach, Fl and currently of Rocky Mount, he was the first of 10 children born to Wilfred and Dorothy Evans on May 27, 1934 in Sharon, CN. Published Tuesday, April 1, 2008 11:12 pm
3320.	Benjamin "Ben" Frederick Carpenter Published Monday, March 12, 2018 11:01 am
3321.	Peachtree Community News The winter “blahs” have set in, but the warmth of fellowship was felt by those attending Peachtree Church on Sunday Morning. The services began with Sunday School and the lesson was based on Psalm 32, written by King David as he celebrated receiving forgiveness for his sins. The altar flowers were given by Jane May in memory of her late husband, Perry. Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon topic “Knowing, Growing and Sharing the Power of God”. By BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, January 15, 2008 11:21 pm
3322.	High speed chase ends with empty gas tank Authorities arrested a Sims man who led deputies on a high speed, nearly three county chase that began when he ran Franklin County Sheriff Kent Winstead off the road.Johnathan Thomas Steinke, 19, has been charged with felony fleeing to elude arrest. Published Wednesday, September 16, 2020 10:38 pm
3323.	Glover takes JV football coaching job at RMA Nashville’s Recreation Director has taken a position coaching football at Rocky Mount Academy but said he won’t be leaving his position in Nashville. Jim Glover, who has worked with the town for 13 years, said he has accepted a position coaching JV Football at Rocky Mount Academy. The position would be part-time. “I’ve been hired to coach the 9th and 10th grade JV football,” Glover said. “I’m looking forward to it.” Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, July 7, 2009 10:48 pm
3324.	Nash County Blood Drives for JULY 2013 Wednesday, July 17 from 3 until 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 100 S. Church Street, Rocky MountWednesday, July 17 from 12 until 4 p.m. at Eaton Corporation, 8171 Planer Mill Road, MiddlesexThursday, July 18 from 3 until 7 p.m. at Momeyer Baptist Church, 4967 Momeyer Way, NashvilleSaturday, July 20 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the House of Resurrection, 102 North King Street, Whitakers Published Tuesday, July 16, 2013 11:01 pm
3325.	PHYLLIS LYNETTE MEDLIN THARRINGTON PARIS Phyllis Lynette Medlin Tharrington Paris, 82, passed away Saturday October 20, 2012. She was born in 1930 at Camilla, Georgia. She was the daughter of the late Henry Arthur Medlin and Ethel Medlin. She was predeceased in death by a sister Evelyn Medlin Stanford of Virginia, two brothers, Jimmy Medlin and Max R. Medlin of Rocky Mount, her husband Marvin Paris. Published Tuesday, October 23, 2012 11:14 pm
3326.	RUBY B. STALLINGS NASHVILLE, NC - Ruby B. Stallings, 100 died January 14, 2007. She was born in Nash County to Peter Ruffin and Rosa Cockrell Batchelor. Published Wednesday, January 17, 2007 12:08 am
3327.	BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT Chris and Lea Anne Flora, of Nashville, announce the birth of their daughter, Gracyn Louise Flora, born December 18, 2014 at 12:25 a.m. at Nash UNC Health Care. She weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces and was 19 1/4 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Tim Williams and Doris Wells of Rocky Mount and the late Louise Williams. Maternal great-grandparents are the late Charlie and Della Joyner and the late George and Nellie Williams, all of Rocky Mount. Staff / Published Thursday, April 16, 2015 12:49 am
3328.	AI might take over, but I have questions I'm sure most of our readers have heard about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it is taking over the world. Pretty soon they say, like maybe by 5 o'clock today or sometime in 2031, like many of the other doomsday predictions.I've got thoughts.As an English professor, I can say I'm not so crazy about it. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, July 26, 2023 10:16 pm
3329.	DONALD GLENN CHAPPELL Donald Glenn Chappell, 41, passed away, Friday, June 7, 2007. He was born October 1, 1965 in Edgecombe County. He was preceded in death by his father, Roger Wayne Chappell. Published Wednesday, June 13, 2007 12:05 am
3330.	A few thoughts of appreciation for freedom "Praise the Lord and pass the ammunition" —Chaplain, Howell Forgy, aboard the U.S.S. New Orleans;Words at Pearl Harbor 12/7/41 Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, November 8, 2006 1:34 am
3331.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a beautiful autumn Sunday morning, Peachtree folks gathered at the church for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Cheryl and Doug Hayes in memory of Cheryl's brother and sister-in-law, Steve and Linda Johnson. The Adult Choir sang, "Prayer for America" under the direction of the pastor.Pastor Whitehouse's sermon was titled "Build Your Life on Jesus". On this Patriot's Day Sunday, we acknowledge that nothing in this world is certain, but we know that God can bring beauty out of tragedy. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, September 16, 2015 10:32 pm
3332.	LOTTIE VANHOOK HENDRICKS NASHVILLE - Lottie Vanhook Hendricks , 82, died Saturday, July 15, 2006. She was born June 26, 1924 daughter of the late James Arthur and Carrie Cook Vanhook. Her husband, Samuel Relmond Hendricks; sisters Evelyn Turner, Velma Rowland, and brother Garland Vanhook preceded her in death. She was a member of Elm Grove Baptist Church, Nashville. Published Tuesday, July 18, 2006 11:12 pm
3333.	Reader responds to NC Attorney General Don’t know why it hasn’t been said before now, but it’s time for North Carolina’s Attorney General, Roy Cooper to step aside and pursue his personal objectives in other venues.As the state’s top cop, it is his job to enforce our laws without prejudice. His lack of professionalism regarding the recently enacted election law reforms make it impossible for his office to defend the state law in federal court. Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, October 8, 2013 10:44 pm
3334.	All you need is love, right? Last week, I had the honor of sitting down with a Castalia couple to talk with them about their many years of marriage. Irene and Owen Richardson celebrated 67 years of marriage on March 3. Sixty-seven years! If you are married, you probably understand why this story made the front page of this week’s Graphic. Sixty-seven years is a long time! Amanda Clark / Published Tuesday, March 16, 2010 10:49 pm
3335.	CLR hosts a big night ELM CITY -- County Line Raceway gave kids an early jumpstart to their summer vacation last Saturday night with its annual Kids & Graduate Night. Over 150 kids hopped on racecars during intermission to get their place in the spotlight as they took a few laps around the 3/8ths mile clay oval on their favorite racecar. Five divisions of racing excitement were also on the card for the weekly racing series. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, June 10, 2015 10:46 pm
3336.	Town to honor former council member Nashville's Town Council unanimously passed a resolution last week honoring the first woman elected to the council. The resolution honored Rebecca "Becky" Bass for her service to the board for 12 years, from 1975 to 1987. "As far as we can tell, Becky was the first woman elected to the council," Mayor Donald Street said upon presenting the resolution. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 14, 2018 10:20 pm
3337.	Master Gardeners Plant Sale is April 26 The annual Nash County Master Gardener Plant Sale will again be the site for WPTF's Weekend Gardener program, whivh will broadcast the day of the sale from 8-11 a.m. Nash County Extension Master Gardeners have been planting and planning for weeks to get ready for the annual plant sale on April 26, which will be held at the Nash County Agriculture Center in Nashville from 9 a.m. - noon. Published Wednesday, April 9, 2025 10:27 pm
3338.	NPD Officer Spotlight The Nashville Graphic is introducing new officers of the Nashville Police Department this month as part of an "Officer Spotlight" series. This week's article features Officer Taylor Lucas Published Wednesday, June 27, 2018 10:35 pm
3339.	Who gets to decide what is good for you? It fell on me the other week to do part of the grocery shopping. Of course, I had my instructions (list) and my budget (coupons). But, being the “creative type” that I am, I will sometimes deviate off the course laid before me to explore new avenues. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, May 18, 2010 10:26 pm
3340.	COUNTY LINE RACE RESULTS ELM CITY -- Here are last weekend's results from action as part of the Super Stock Four-Cylinder Special event at County Line Raceway: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, April 19, 2017 11:00 pm
3341.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPORTS A shoplifting was reported on 9/10/12 on Red Oak Blvd A breaking, entering and larceny of a motor vehicle and damage to personal property was reported on 9/10/12 at the intersection of Swift Creek Road and Highway 48 A possession of tobacco by an inmate was reported on 9/10/12 at the Nash County Jail Published Tuesday, September 18, 2012 10:59 pm
3342.	Chesser files bill proposing legislative review on new regulatory rules RALEIGH - Rep. Allen Chesser of Nash County has filed a new bill, the NC REINS Act, which would require any proposed regulatory rules that exceed $1 million a year in impact on the public to go through the legislative process.The House Regulatory Reform Committee passed the NC REINS Act, also known as House Bill 402, March 18; it now goes to the House Judiciary committee for further review. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 26, 2025 10:13 pm
3343.	Town task force meets Nashville's Comprehensive Plan Task Force held its first meeting November 14 and set an outline for what its duties will be. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, November 21, 2006 11:59 pm
3344.	Trojans win pair of games NASHVILLE -- Nash Central Middle School has gotten off to a strong start to the softball season, including a victory Monday against Toisnot from Wilson. The Lady Trojans rolled to a 15-0 victory as Kelsee Whitley was the winning pitcher. Brittani Strickland belted a home run and scored four runs for Nash Central. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, March 16, 2010 10:49 pm
3345.	Ephesus Community News Ephesians and visitors celebrated the season of Christmas with our annual Christmas Cantata. The lighting of the advent candle for Joy was performed by Harold and Bebe Wall. During the tithes and offerings Judy Rogers played one of the most beautiful versions I’ve heard of “Away in a Manger”. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, December 16, 2008 10:28 pm
3346.	Locals observe Veteran's Day in Nash Students, teachers, local organizations and community groups observed Veteran's Day last week at multiple events around Nash County. Published Tuesday, November 14, 2006 11:21 pm
3347.	LARRY “STEVE” STEPHENSON DRIVER Larry “Steve” Stephenson Driver, 57, of Spring Hope passed away Wednesday, January 9, 2013. Funeral services were held January 12, 2013 at Joyner’s Funeral Home. Interment followed in Bailey Town Cemetery. The Rev. Daniel Parker officiated. Published Tuesday, January 15, 2013 10:48 pm
3348.	CHERYL POLLARD FISHER RED OAK - Cheryl Pollard Fisher, 60, passed away Wednesday, February 24, 2010. She was born August 03, 1949 in Nash County, daughter of Bennie and Marion Pollard. She was preceded in death by her mother. Published Tuesday, March 2, 2010 10:21 pm
3349.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A breaking, entering and larceny was reported on 10/23/16 at 309 E Castalia RoadA damage to personal property was reported on 10/24/16 at 7285 Bryant RoadA larceny of a firearm was reported on 10/24/16 at 4815 S NC 58 A simple possession of a controlled substance was reported on 10/24/16 at Highway 97 and Old Bailey Highway Published Wednesday, November 2, 2016 10:32 pm
3350.	RED OAK NEWS Women in Action missions group met at Red Oak Baptist Church on Tuesday, Feb. 11. They enjoyed the time together learning about missions and praying for the missionaries. The group also made a valentine treat that each member will share with someone to encourage them and show God's love. The next Women in Action meeting will be Tuesday, March 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the church.The Baptist Men enjoyed their monthly breakfast on Sunday, Feb. 16. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, February 19, 2025 11:05 am
3351.	We’ll miss you Wayne Joyner! Saying goodbye to a pressroom legend Just about the time we sent the last page to press last Tuesday we received a phone call letting us know that former Nashville Graphic pressman Wayne Joyner had passed away. Wayne came on board at the Graphic during the time Joe and Tom Wilson owned the paper. He operated the newspaper press and also ran the commercial print shop back then. He was always one to pay attention to details and was just a joy to be around. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, March 12, 2013 11:21 pm
3352.	RED OAK NEWS A lot of things are happening during this summer at Red Oak United Methodist Church. On Sunday, July 26, ROUMC presented a $1500 check to Alzheimer's NC to help support research, education, and patients and families affected by this disease. This money was raised with the BBQ chicken sale in June. Thanks again to everyone who made this possible. Suzy Pearce / Published Wednesday, August 5, 2015 10:39 pm
3353.	Ridgecrest Worship Center to celebrate 90th anniversary The early history of the Ridgecrest Worship Center began with a small group of people assembling in their homes. They soon rented a tin garage located on the corner of Nashville Road and Maple Street. There were regular services and many revivals with different preachers until the church was organized in November 1924. Published Wednesday, October 15, 2014 11:40 pm
3354.	Parker earns prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award North Carolina Coastal Pines has awarded Victoria “Tori” Parker of Spring Hope the Girl Scout Gold Award, which is the highest achievement in Girl Scouting. The award symbolizes outstanding accomplishments and a significant time investment in the areas of leadership, career planning, personal development, and community service. Published Tuesday, November 29, 2011 11:48 pm
3355.	NEW-6 action heats up, Northern defeats RMHS ROCKY MOUNT -- The last time Rocky Mount was shut out, it eventually went on to win a state title. Wilson Fike pulled off that feat in a 1-0 blanking in the regular-season finale for both teams last season. This season, however, Northern Nash senior lefty Tyler Joyner wanted to leave something for the Gryphons to remember him by. His performance last Thursday night was indeed memorable. Charles Alston, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, April 28, 2009 10:10 pm
3356.	Teacher should be applauded for annual event I attended the dedication service for the Veterans Memorial at Jack Laughery Park in Rocky Mount Sunday and was quite impressed with the turnout of visitors. A couple of thousand folks lined the sidewalks and streets to witness the opening of the park and memorial. I was also impressed with the ceremony. It was quite obvious a lot of planning went into the event and a lot of attention was given to every detail. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, November 13, 2007 10:53 pm
3357.	ASU announces honor lists Appalachian State University has released the Dean's and Chancellor's lists for the Fall 2016 semester. To be included on the Dean's List, undergraduates must either be enrolled in 12 to 14 hours of academic credit and attain a minimum 3.45 grade point average or be enrolled in 15 hours or more of academic credit and attain a minimum 3.25 grade point average. Nashville residents named to the Dean's List include Ashlee Payne Rogers and Molly Elmira Sherrod. Published Wednesday, March 1, 2017 10:51 pm
3358.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS Damage to personal property reported at 1100 Benbrook Dr., Nashville on 9/2/24Missing persons reported at 1177 Thompson Chapel Rd., Wilson on 9/2/24Larceny by employee reported at 1765 Red Oak Rd., Nashville on 9/6/24Fail to register as sex offender; fail to return verification form reported at 216 S. Vine St. on 9/4/24 Published Wednesday, September 11, 2024 10:30 pm
3359.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A deceased person was reported on I-95 NorthboundA violation of a domestic violence order and kidnapping was reported on 8/6/17 at 10321 Lancaster Store RoadA cardiac arrest was reported on 8/6/17 at 11976 Ward RoadA fraud was reported on 8/6/17 at 5495 Lancaster Store Road Published Wednesday, August 16, 2017 10:25 pm
3360.	Southern Nash High School announces honor rolls A Honor Roll Crucita Adams, Jose Aguayo, Jeffrey Alvarado, Bianey Antunez, Brian Arellano Ayala, Kevin Austin, Joshlyn Barnes, Caitlin Batchelor, Carly Batchelor, Brittany Battle, Michaela Blanchard, Dylan Bottoms, Paul Braswell, Cameron Bunn, Leonardo Cabral De Leon, Francisco Cazares, Danielle Champagne, Griffin Chapman, Juanita Chavez, Zachary Coble, Dyamond Coe, Raven Colbert, Brittany Coley, Elizabeth Cowart, Jacob Cox, Published Wednesday, January 6, 2016 10:51 pm
3361.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS It was a great Sunday at Peachtree and a wonderful weekend.The sanctuary flower arrangement Sunday was presented to glorify God by Fran and Bobby Bunn in loving memory of Bobby's parents Claral and Chessie Bunn. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, November 27, 2019 9:58 am
3362.	Spring Hope Elementary announces honor roll Spring Hope Elementary School Honor Roll for the second six weeks includes the following students. Published Tuesday, December 9, 2008 10:14 pm
3363.	MARION BARKLEY LUPER Marion Barkley Luper, 93 passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2011. She was born in Enfield, NC on December 10, 1917 to the late Clifton Barkley and Pearl Braswell. Marion was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Richard Edward Luper; brothers Ferdie Barkley of Enfield, and Victor Barkley of San Antonio, TX, and son-in-law Al Dunbar, Jr of Rocky Mount. Published Tuesday, November 15, 2011 10:50 pm
3364.	Keith, Cogdell unite in marriage Brittany LeeAnn Keith and Wesley Brooks Cogdell were married on May 3, 2014 at Olive Grove Baptist Church in Creedmoore, NC. Reverend Jonathan Barbee performed the double ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Keith of Creedmoor. She is a 2007 graduated of South Granville High School and a 2011 graduate of Barton College. She is employed with NC Mutual Drug in Durham. Published Tuesday, June 24, 2014 10:51 pm
3365.	PARKS AND REC RESULTS NASH COUNTY -- Here are updated scores from the Nash County Parks and Recreation Department's Spring Youth Baseball and Softball Season: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, June 22, 2016 11:21 pm
3366.	Middlesex Elementary School honor rolls Nash County Public Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2021-2022 Middlesex Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, February 16, 2022 10:31 pm
3367.	DONALD "UNCLE DON" LANE WILLIAMS Published Tuesday, November 24, 2020 8:07 pm
3368.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS MAY 1-MAY 6 Nash County Planning and Inspections issued the following building permits from May 1 through May 6. Published Wednesday, May 11, 2016 11:05 pm
3369.	Knights end with a victory ROCKY MOUNT -- Northern Nash closed out its 2020-21 volleyball campaign in style last Wednesday by making a long-awaited trip into the victory column.And the Lady Knights performed that task against rival Rocky Mount, winning by a 3-0 margin over the homestanding Lady Gryphons to finish off the Big East Conference spike schedule. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, January 13, 2021 10:24 pm
3370.	AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS Have you ever been lost? I mean really, really lost. Have you ever felt like you were in this big world all by yourself? Your world changed in a blink of an eye or should I say with a last breath. It's not a good feeling and if you feel this way now, please listen to what I have to say. It's been 6 years since my world changed never to be the same again. They were hard, miserable and painful years, but I survived and I am here to tell anyone that is feeling that way now, that there is hope and happiness for you too. JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, October 28, 2015 10:54 pm
3371.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS The cold of winter returned on Sunday, but love warmed the hearts of those who attended church at Peachtree. Pastor Whitehouse preached the concluding part of his sermon titled, “Conflict in the Church” based on Galatians 2: 11-14. He said that the first century church had issues within the church that give to the twenty-first church great truths. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, March 29, 2011 10:41 pm
3372.	SPRING HOPE ELEMENTARY HONOR ROLLS Spring Hope Elementary School has announced its honor roll for the 3rd six weeks grading period. Published Tuesday, February 12, 2008 10:44 pm
3373.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE A call for service was reported on 9/29/19 at 6485 Harpy DriveA misdemeanor larceny was reported on 9/29/19 at 10601 E NC 97A common law forgery and fraud was reported on 9/30/19 at 5230 Nancy's Way Published Wednesday, October 9, 2019 10:38 pm
3374.	RED OAK NEWS The community came together on Sunday, November 22 for the annual Community Thanksgiving Service. This year the service was at Red Oak Baptist Church with Pastor David Joyner of Red Oak United Methodist Church bringing a challenging message. "Fact or Fiction: The Christmas Edition", the Red Oak Baptist Church Youth and Children's Christmas play, will be Sunday, December 6 in the Family Life Center at 6:30 pm. Everyone's welcome! SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, December 2, 2015 11:21 pm
3375.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS It was a glorious summer morning as Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Kathy and Aubrey Farmer in memory of her mother, Sally Knight, whose birthday is June 14. Special music was a beautiful arrangement of "Sweet Beulah Land" sung by Marta Whitehouse.This Sunday was the 11th Year Anniversary of the devastating fire which destroyed the church building. It is such a memorable event, that it is hard to realize that eleven years have passed. God has so richly blessed us and enabled us to worship in such a beautiful building. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, June 15, 2016 10:58 pm
3376.	Peachtree Community News Guest speaker for the Sunday morning worship hour was Wendy Minton Edwards. She is a Spiritual Formation Coach with the NC Baptist State Convention. Her message titled, “Who is Your Daddy?’ based on scripture found in I John 2: 28-3:10, was well received. The choir sang, “Make Me a Channel of Your Peace”. It was directed and accompanied by Jane May, Music Director. The sanctuary flowers grown and arranged by Della and Linwood May. They gave them in memory of their deceased loved ones: Harold and Hal Young and Jeannie and James May. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, August 11, 2009 11:39 pm
3377.	SNHS FFA NEWS Southern Nash FFA members competed in the East Central Regional FFA Rally on Friday, April 20th. The Agricultural Mechanics team of Clay Whitley, Tyler Kelly, Greg Ellington, Daniel Boykin and Jordan Lamm placed 3rd and will advance to State competition. Published Tuesday, May 8, 2012 11:12 pm
3378.	WILLIAM KIRBY FRAZIER William Kirby Frazier, 73, passed away on March 15, 2015. He was born in Vance County, N.C. to the late Thomas and Vernice Frazier, October 5, 1941. Kirby retired from Westinghouse after thirty years of service and Myers Biegel with fifteen years of service. Published Wednesday, March 25, 2015 10:43 pm
3379.	Civil War Living History Reenactment comes to Historic Stonewall Manor If you’ve ever had questions about the Civil War era, the time to ask about them is now… now being the weekend of September 10th – 12th on the grounds of Historic Stonewall Manor in Rocky Mount. Perhaps the bloodiest conflict in American history, there are many misconceptions about the Civil War, also known as the “War of Northern Aggression” or “The War Between States”. Contributed to The Graphic / Published Wednesday, September 1, 2010 1:09 am
3380.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS Sunday school began Sunday morning at 9:45. Kenneth Massengale welcomed everyone, asked about those who wanted to be on our prayer list, and had prayer. There were several on our prayer list but Carolean Hyde had requested special prayer. She has not been doing well for some time but especially this week. Keep her in your prayers, along with others you may know about. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, March 22, 2011 10:59 pm
3381.	Red Oak Baptist hosts first ever Outdoorsman Banquet Red Oak Baptist Church (ROBC) held its first ever 2023 Outdoorsman Banquet in the Family Life Center. There were over 200 guests from all age groups who enjoyed a night of fellowship, great food, and awesome door prizes that particularly excited the young at heart. There were wild game dishes from moose, bear, duck and deer that were taste tested and a home cooked meal for those who wanted traditional. Published Wednesday, March 15, 2023 10:53 pm
3382.	AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS School will be out soon and summer time fun will begin. People are planning vacations, but not me. I did my little going this past spring and I don't have any plans, don't want to make any plans, and that's exactly the way I plan to keep it. I don't mind day trips, but come night, I want to be on Ricks Farm. I am like Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz "there's no place like home, there's no place like home" in Aventon. Sue Shearin and JoJo Ricks went visiting on Thursday afternoon late. JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, June 3, 2015 10:44 pm
3383.	NASH COUNTY RECREATION DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS NASH COUNTY -- Listed are the latest results from the Nash County Parks and Recreation Department’s baseball, softball and soccer schedules: Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, May 4, 2010 10:32 pm
3384.	Nashville hopes for grant funds Nashville is getting a second chance at applying for grant funding to help with sewer issues in town. Council members met briefly on Tuesday morning to approve submission of the applications for the Regency Estates Sewer Extension Project, Essex Road Sewer Extension Project and the Nashville Sewer Rehabilitation Project. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 26, 2023 10:34 pm
3385.	PATTIE MOORE CAWTHORNE ROCKY MOUNT - Pattie Moore Cawthorne, 70, passed away at Autumn Care of Nash in Nashville on Wednesday, April 29, 2009. She was born in Nash County on October 4, 1938 to the late James Ashby Moore and Margaret Peacock Moore. Pattie was preceded in death by daughter, Gina Cawthorne Turek. Published Tuesday, May 5, 2009 10:21 pm
3386.	Getting back in the saddle with a different perspective "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." (Psalm 46:1)Several years ago, I succumbed to the reality that I could not control my weight without some help. I had ballooned to 320 pounds and felt as if I had no hope. I entered a weight loss surgery program and had a lap band installed around my stomach. Everything was fine for about 3 months. MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, April 14, 2021 10:39 pm
3387.	AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS On Saturday, January 18, William D. Saunders along with his bother James R “Jay” Saunders and his two sons Jackson and Samuel attended the 150th anniversary of the fall of Fort Fisher, in honor of their great, grandfather Pvt. James Royal Saunders, North Carolina 36 Battalion, Company F, 2nd Artillery who fought there and was taken prisoner by Union forces in Jan. 1865 and later released from Elmira Prison Camp in Elmira NY. JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, January 21, 2015 10:55 pm
3388.	WILLIAM G. “BILL” KIRKMAN NASHVILLE - William G. “Bill” Kirkman, 80, passed away Wednesday, August 4, 2010. He was born September 17, 1929 in Goldsboro. Bill was the son of the late James Hoyle and Lillian Langston Kirkman. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Nancy McKinnon Kirkman and grandson, Matthew Ray Massengale. Published Tuesday, August 10, 2010 10:44 pm
3389.	DOROTHY LUCILLE ADAMS DORTCHES – Dorothy Lucille Adams, 75, died on Thursday, July 13, 2006. Funeral services were held Sunday, July 16, at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home with the Rev. Jerry Braziel officiating. Burial followed at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. Published Tuesday, July 18, 2006 11:12 pm
3390.	ARNOLD RAY BAKER, SR. SANDY CROSS - Arnold Ray Baker, Sr., 64, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on January 21, 2012. He was born in Nash County on April 15, 1947 to the late Lacy and Geneva Baker. Published Tuesday, January 24, 2012 10:47 pm
3391.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS The Peachtree Baptist Church Congregation met Sunday to celebrate the coming birthday of Jesus Christ. The Sanctuary flower arrangement Sunday was presented to glorify of God by Marta Whitehouse in loving honor of her sister, Chaidi Vaccaro, who celebrated her birthday on December 13th. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, December 19, 2018 10:45 pm
3392.	KATHERINE HELENE WIDMAN CARTER Published Friday, September 1, 2023 3:19 pm
3393.	It may be time to retire production of the penny I've never really given a lot of thought to the U.S. penny.I used to get excited when I found a "wheat penny," and never spent a single one that came into my possession. They currently rest out of circulation in a cigar box on my dresser.And that is the case with most pennies in America and one of the reasons many believe the country should stop producing the coin. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, September 11, 2024 10:30 pm
3394.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS Due to a press issue some pages of June 8th edition were omitted. We are publishing building permist from the June 8th edition in addition to this week's transfers. We regret any inconvenience this may have caused. Published Wednesday, June 14, 2023 10:47 pm
3395.	Chamber seeks community award nominations Nashville's Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for its annual Distinguished Citizen of the Year event. This year's event is set for Thursday, March 5 at 7 p.m. at Nash Arts. 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, January 15, 2020 10:54 pm
3396.	Local National Guard Company to deploy to Iraq Local soldiers are preparing for deployment to Iraq and hope the community will fill up Englewood Baptist Church to wish them farewell. The 1132nd Military Police Company of the North Carolina National Guard, headquartered in Rocky Mount, will deploy to Iraq in a few months after training at Camp Shelby, Mississippi. Over 100 soldiers are expected to deploy, including Nashville resident Staff Sergeant Timothy Spence. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, June 13, 2007 12:05 am
3397.	Intersections: God and Life Fighting sin is spiritual warfare, and warfare requires a battle plan. If left to our own devices, we would have little success against our unseen enemy.Thankfully, God's word supplies wisdom to assist us in eluding the evil one's snares. We'll begin by briefly considering how not to engage in the battle, followed by practical tactics to flee sin and follow God.Pretending sin isn't there won't help you fight it, as with Ben. Ben was a jokester, but at times his jesting became inappropriate. CARLYLE HALL, JR. / Published Wednesday, April 3, 2024 11:01 pm
3398.	NASHVILLE POLICE REPORTS INCIDENTSAn assault on a female and all other offenses/ROD was reported on 4/6/15 at 1836 Aspen CourtA breaking and entering a commercial and damage to property (vandalism) was reported on 4/6/16 at Glover Park, 1434 S First StreetA damage to property (vandalism) and assault on a female was reported on 4/6/15 at 125 Wheeless Circle Staff / Published Thursday, April 16, 2015 12:49 am
3399.	JOHNNY WAYNE SULLIVAN May 28, 1955 – March 2, 2008 Johnny Wayne Sullivan, 52, passed away, Sunday, March 2, 2008. He was born May 28, 1955 in Wilson County. Johnny was a member of Castalia Baptist Church. He loved his family and fox hunting. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert B. Sullivan, two brothers, Robert Cremo and Doug Sullivan. Published Tuesday, March 4, 2008 10:43 pm
3400.	Northern Nash High School Bus Route Published Tuesday, August 19, 2008 10:02 pm