The Nashville Graphic

3301.	Ephesus Community News On Sunday morning the Women’s Bible Study met in the fellowship hall at Ephesus where they are studying “Beautiful Offerings”, a study by Beth Moore. A delicious breakfast was served by Sue Rouse and Martha Edwards. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, February 10, 2009 10:40 pm
3302.	Nashville Parks and Rec to host regional artists class series Nashville's Parks and Rec folks are caught up in Fall crafting, and are offering a series of four arts and craft classes in September, October and November involving regional artists.Registration is open now for a Sept. 21 class to make a Fall Door Hangar, two back-to-back classes in Barn Quilt painting October 10-11, an Adult finger-painting class November 2, and a Holiday Card-Making class Nov. 15. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, September 11, 2024 10:30 pm
3303.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS It was a beautiful sunny morning as Pastor Whitehouse welcomed Peachtree folks to church. The theme for the day, according to the Advent calendar was 'Joy'. The pastor and his wife, Marta, lit the 'Joy' candle in the advent wreath. She sang a beautiful solo titled, "Where is the Line to See Jesus?"Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon topic, "Behold the Sun! Behold the Son". It was based on a scripture passage from Luke 1:78-79. [The scripture was read by Dallas Hill.} The pastor said that when we admit that we cannot save ourselves, God through his Grace lets his light shine into our hearts. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, December 16, 2015 11:36 pm
3304.	UDC Bethel Heroes A long lost iron cross is returned to the UDC Bethel Heroes Chapter 636 of Rocky Mount. Terry Bryant (at left), with the SCV Capt. Jesse S. Barnes Camp 771, presented an original iron cross that he located to Bethel Heroes. The cross had been placed on a grave of a confederate soldier in the early 1920's by the chapter. The exact grave site is unknown at this time. Bethel Heroes is in the process of raising money to purchase iron crosses to replace stolen, loss or damaged crosses that were originally placed by the chapter. Published Wednesday, March 9, 2016 11:02 pm
3305.	Births Billy and Stephanie Freeman of Franklinton announce the birth of their daughter, Patricia Annaliese Freeman, born May 28, 2008 at Rex Hospital in Raleigh. Annaliese weighed 7 lbs. 14 oz. and was 20.5 inches long. Published Tuesday, June 17, 2008 10:29 pm
3306.	Backward Glances HONOR GRADUATE -- This photo originally published in The Graphic on September 24, 1981. Nashville Police Officer Bernice Walston got more than the usual attention when she made the highest score in the Nash County area on a state test for police academy graduates. Officer Walston is shown receiving her certificate from Dr. Reid Parrott, then president of Nash Technical Institute, where she completed the criminal justice curriculum during the summer. Staff / Published Wednesday, June 17, 2015 11:34 pm
3307.	Beulah Community News We had a good attendance at Beulah Church of Christ on Sunday. Sunday school began at 9:45, followed by church service at 11. Our choir brought us a beautiful message in song, led by Chris Matchum with Bonnie Matthews at the piano. Mrs. Lori Hedgepeth left the organ to sing with the choir on the special song. Men at the table for communion service were Jim Walker, Jeff Joyner, Mickey Matthews and William Enroughty. This was followed by giving of tithes and offerings. Daniel West, our minister brought us another great sermon on “The Making of a Masterpiece”. Scripture was taken from Luke 5: 27-32. The hymn of decision was “Whiter Than Snow”, followed by the benediction and singing of “God Be With You Till We Meet Again”. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, July 28, 2009 10:36 pm
3308.	Habitat for Humanity builds home in Nashville Four years after Nashville's Habitat for Humanity merged with the Rocky Mount group, the merged organization is wrapping up construction of its first home in Nashville. The Town of Nashville recently granted approval for waiving the fees for taps to connect to the town's utilities for the Nash Rocky Mount Habitat for Humanity group. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, November 21, 2018 9:57 am
3309.	ANNIE LOUISE MAY JOYNER ROCKY MOUNT - Annie Louise May Joyner, 82, died Tuesday, October 3, 2006. She was born in Nash County, August 30, 1924 daughter of the late Troy Young May and Annie Hendricks May. Published Tuesday, October 10, 2006 11:15 pm
3310.	BENJAMIN FRANLKIN “SONNY” CARR Benjamin Franklin “Red” Carr 77, of Cartwright, Oklahoma passed away Monday June 2, 2014 at Texoma Medical Center in Denison. He was born October 4, 1936 in Nashville, North Carolina to Albert Council and Bettie Lee Breedlove Carr, Sr. Published Tuesday, June 17, 2014 11:04 pm
3311.	A few things to consider on Veterans Day There are events in all of our lives that we say we will never forget. Often, these are hurricanes, or 9/11 or JFK's assassination. I remember Reagan getting shot on my birthday, getting my first base hit, covering my first event for the Graphic, and a chilly night in January in 1991.I was in my apartment, just having finished some work in the early part of my last semester of college. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, November 9, 2016 10:43 pm
3312.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS 'March Madness' is raging! There are several North Carolina teams that will be in the 'Sweet Sixteen.' I hope that one of them will win!Sunday morning was another beautiful spring day. Pastor Whitehouse welcomed those Peachtree folks who came for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Beth and Patsy Baines in memory of their parents, Willie and Kezie Griffin, and their brother, Spencer Vann Griffin. Special music was a solo titled, "Something Beautiful", sung by Marta Whitehouse. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, March 25, 2015 10:43 pm
3313.	Spring Hope Elementary announces honor students Spring Hope Elementary School has announed its first six weeks 2007 honor students. Published Tuesday, October 30, 2007 10:31 pm
3314.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a beautiful autumn morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Beverly Wilson in honor and memory of the saints at Peachtree. The choir sang “Ancient Words”.Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon topic, “Sin Looks Good for Awhile”. It was based on Jonah 1. This is a true story which took place in 756 BC. God is the hero, not Jonah. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, October 29, 2014 11:34 pm
3315.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS The flowers Sunday were placed in the Beulah Church of Christ by Carolyn Hunt Matthews in loving memory of her parents, Lucille and Ellis Hunt. They were beautiful and much appreciated. Carolyn has lived in Richmond, VA all of her life but grew up in Beulah Church with her parents and her brohter Steve Hunt (who lives in Richmond also). Carolyn visits at Beulah quite often and was down over the weekend to attend the 97th Red Oak Alumni banquet for all who had ever graduated at Red Oak High School. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Wednesday, April 22, 2015 10:47 pm
3316.	Nashville Chamber of Commerce seeks next Distinguished Citizen Do you know someone in the Nashville community who devotes time working to make Nashville a better place to live, or someone who volunteers with a local organization helping the needs of others or working on projects to improve our town? This person could be Nashville’s Distinguished Citizen of the Year! The Nashville Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for this year’s Distinguished Citizen. Published Tuesday, February 7, 2012 11:11 pm
3317.	Ephesus Community News Everyone welcomed the youth back from their trip to Winterfest at Liberty University. Instead of our usual worship service, Pastor David asked the youth to share their experiences with us. Several came forward and gave testimonies of how they felt God’s presence during the concerts, and how He brought them closer together as a group. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, January 5, 2010 10:44 pm
3318.	NCC 2014 Who’s Who During a recent recognition ceremony, Nash Community College honored 43 students for one of the most prestigious academic awards: the 2014 Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. Published Tuesday, May 20, 2014 10:55 pm
3319.	FRANKLIN D. “PETE” WINSTEAD Franklin D. “Pete” Winstead, age 79, passed away on Tuesday, March 6, 2012. Born in Nash County on June 22, 1932, he was the son of the late Buddy Cecil Winstead and Maude Batchelor Winstead. He was also preceded in death by four brothers, Odell, D.H., George and Herbert; and two sisters, Earline Taylor and Juanita Cockrell. Published Tuesday, March 13, 2012 11:24 pm
3320.	Instructional Innovation The Nash Community College English Department was recently awarded for Instructional Innovation after their implementation of team teaching in Expository Writing courses. Incorporating new teaching and learning strategies in the classroom has led to a measurable increase in student success. Published Tuesday, May 27, 2014 11:09 pm
3321.	Nashville High School Alumni meet On May 14, 2016 approximately one hundred and sixty former students of Nashville High School gathered at Birchwood Country Club. They were joined by two former teachers and about fifty other guests. They came to help the Nashville High School Class of 1966 celebrate the 50th anniversary of their graduation. The Class of 1966 was the last class to graduate from NHS with sixty-six graduating seniors. Their graduation took place on June 6, 1966. The group was greeted (and entertained) by Stanley Edwards, representing the class of '66. CONTRIBUTED BY DIANNE FRIES PENNY / Published Wednesday, May 18, 2016 10:55 pm
3322.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a beautiful autumn morning, Peachtree folks gathered for Sunday worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Linda and Kenneth Edwards in memory of her father, Melton Manning. Pastor Whitehouse opened the service with the observance of “Believer’s Baptism” for Debbie King. The choir sang ‘The Longer I Serve Him, the Sweeter He Grows”. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, September 24, 2014 11:23 pm
3323.	Nashville student to attend leadership conference in D.C. A Nashville student will join over 250 outstanding middle school students from across the United States for a leadership conference in Washington, D.C. Published Tuesday, July 1, 2008 10:08 pm
3324.	Breast Health Seminar is Feb. 9 Do you have questions about breast cancer care, treatment, and how to live a healthier life? Would you like a chance to ask questions of local medical experts? Would you like to meet other area residents who have a firsthand understanding of these concerns? Published Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:03 pm
3325.	THOMAS "JOE" EUGENE ADAMS Published Tuesday, May 18, 2021 4:46 pm
3326.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a beautiful Sabbath, Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Jeannie Bennett and Tommy Dalton in memory of their parents, Yvette and Gene Dalton; their sister, Betty; and Tommy’s wife, Kelly. The choir sang, “Change My Heart, O God”. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, May 7, 2014 12:40 am
3327.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS Sunday school began at 9:45 followed by church service at 10:45. Welcome and announcements were given by our minister, Daniel West. He also gave the communion meditation followed by a hymn and communion. Men at the table were Mickey Matthews, Steve Wheeler, Jeff Pellitt and Randy Goodbrod. This was followed by giving of tithes and offerings. Special music was given by Chris Matchem. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, January 22, 2013 11:48 pm
3328.	Peachtree Community News “Helping the Devil” was the title of Pastor Whitehouse’s sermon on Sunday. It was based on the scripture from Matthew 16: 21-23. Here Peter, a friend of Jesus, was imploring Him not to suffer the crucifixion. Jesus knew that he must follow the Father’s plan so that salvation would be available to all. We sometimes are like Peter, and demand that God’s plan make sense before we follow it. The choir sang “Surely the Presence,” with Karen Edwards singing the solo. It was accompanied and directed by Jane May, Music Director. The sanctuary flowers were given by Catherine Gupton in memory of her husband, G.B, and her parents, Kate and Ned Wester. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, April 28, 2009 10:10 pm
3329.	Nash Health Care honors volunteers For decades, the members of the Nash Health Care Volunteer Auxiliary have demonstrated unwavering support of the Nash Health Care hospital system. From donating money through the annual Lights of Love remembrance ceremony, to providing teddy bears to young emergency room patients, to providing a smile and comforting word to patients when needed, the volunteers have been an instrumental and vital part of Nash Health Care’s service to the community. Published Tuesday, March 20, 2012 11:03 pm
3330.	Nashville’s Beth Lucas is Principal of the Year Nashville Elementary School Principal Beth Lucas will do just about anything to motivate her kids to learn, even if it means kissing a farm animal. As the 06-07 school year wrapped up, Lucas puckered up and proved just how serious she was. Her students had significantly raised their Accelerated Reading Scores and as Lucas promised, she would kiss a pig. But, instead of a pig, Lucas kissed a donkey. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, September 25, 2007 10:58 pm
3331.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS It was great to see a lot of you at our monthly fish fry last Friday night. We hope you enjoyed the food and fellowship. We hope everyone is doing OK during the extremely cold weather. We pray that everyone will be able to stay warm and healthy. Please remember to pray for all those who are sick. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, January 7, 2014 11:23 pm
3332.	RM Takes Both Games ROCKY MOUNT -- Rocky Mount High School seems to be doing just fine without the services of its No. 2 scorer in school history. For the third straight game, the Gryphons hit the floor without leading scorer senior Tashawn Mabry, who according the head coach Mike Gainey, was under the weather for his squad’s Big East Conference opener with Nash Central last Friday evening. CHARLES ALSTON, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, January 12, 2010 11:33 pm
3333.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A breaking, enetering and larceny was reported on 1/4/16 at 5465 Macedonia RoadA possession of drug paraphernalia was reported on 1/4/16 at 4408 Oak Level RoadAn assault on a female was reported on 1/4/16 at 5841 US 64AA possession of marijuana was reported on 1/4/16 at 4101 Sunset Avenue Published Wednesday, January 13, 2016 10:24 pm
3334.	NCC SUPPORTS UNITED WAY Nash Community College was recognized at a recent United Way luncheon for having the largest employee participation increase. In 2012, Nash Community College faculty and staff contributed over $18,000, a 99 percent increase in faculty and staff pledges from 2011. Total faculty and staff participation increased 24 percent. Published Tuesday, July 2, 2013 10:45 pm
3335.	JOSEPH WILLIAM COCKRELL Joseph William Cockrell, age 63, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2015. He was born in Nash County on April 12, 1951 to the late Dorsey Manuel Cockrell and Effie Stone Cockrell. In addition to his parents, Joseph was predeceased by brothers, James Clee Cockrell and an infant brother. Published Wednesday, March 18, 2015 10:47 pm
3336.	COUNTY LINE RACE RESULTS ELM CITY -- Listed are last Saturday's results from the Open Wheel Modified Special night of action at County Line Raceway: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, July 19, 2017 10:15 pm
3337.	THOMAS F. BALLAND JR. (June 25, 1964 – January 13, 2008) NASHVILLE – Thomas Frances Balland Jr., 43, passed away Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008. He was born June 25, 1964 in Long Branch, New Jersey. Thomas’s passions were children, animals, the Carolina Panthers and the Braves. Published Tuesday, January 15, 2008 11:21 pm
3338.	ROSE ANNA BATCHELOR MURPHY NASHVILLE - Rose Anna Batchelor Murphy, 72, died Tuesday, May 22, 2007 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Published Tuesday, May 29, 2007 11:15 pm
3339.	Nash County recognized at Leaders Conference The North Carolina Volunteer Leaders Association Conference was held February 1st and 2nd at the Sheraton Imperial and Nash County’s presence was felt. Sharon Tyson of Nashville received the District Adult Volunteer Recognition and the ACE Bronze Award. Published Tuesday, February 19, 2008 10:40 pm
3340.	RED OAK NEWS Members, family, and friends of Red Oak Baptist Church traveled to Ennis Park on Sunday, April 29 for a picnic lunch. Hot dogs and beverages were provided and members brought other dishes and desserts to share. There was also time for fellowship and fun as the adults and children played various games. SUZY PEARCE / Published Tuesday, May 8, 2012 11:12 pm
3341.	Postage rates to increase May 14th Postal rates are going up but this time around, customers can protect themselves from future increases by purchasing the recently unveiled Forever Stamp. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, May 1, 2007 11:45 pm
3342.	John Wesley Lucas Published Monday, September 30, 2019 12:20 pm
3343.	There's a fine line between being practical and something else Rod, a good friend at work, was making his last preparations for retirement. He came into my office with a box of books."You can have any of these you want," he said. "Or all of them." Then he paused. "But you can't have the box. I want that back. It's really nice."I'm not going to lie: after I peeked at the titles on top, I knew I was going to want all the books and getting that fine, double-walled corrugated box was just going to be a bonus. It was like the man had read my mind. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, August 27, 2025 10:29 pm
3344.	NASH COUNTY RECREATION DEPT. SOFTBALL RESULTS NASH COUNTY -- Here are more scores from the Nash County Recreation Department’s Softball Program: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, September 1, 2010 1:09 am
3345.	Local FFA member wins State Agri-Entrepreneurship Award Rob Glover, of Bailey and a member of the Southern Nash FFA Chapter, was named the State FFA Agri-Entrepreneurship Award Winner and received a $100 check at the state FFA convention. Published Tuesday, September 11, 2007 11:08 pm
3346.	Middlesex Elementary School Nash County Public Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2021-2022 school year. The following students at Middlesex Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, June 29, 2022 10:28 pm
3347.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS AUGUST 22 - AUGUST 26 Teresa Ann Rife, Teresa Ruiz and Dale Rife to Rum-Clarke Properties, LLC; 4045 South Hathaway Boulevard, Rocky Mount; $55,000Dorothy Marie Shearin, Dottie Marie Shearin and Dennis Leland Morin to Teresa Kaitlyn Wester; Section 4, Westry Crossing, Block C, Lot 1Point East Properties, LLC to Charles Lee Tooley, III and Summer Racene Tooley; 5486 Quail Roost Road, Battleboro; $160,000 Published Wednesday, August 31, 2022 10:21 pm
3348.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On Sunday morning, after a torrential rainy night, Peachtree folks gathered for worship at the church. Sanctuary flowers were given by the Reid Vick Family in memory of their deceased loved ones. The choir sang, “Change My heart, O God/ O for a Heart to Praise My God,” under the direction of the pastor. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, May 8, 2012 11:12 pm
3349.	Middlesex Elementary School Honor Rolls Nash County Public Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the third semester of the 2021-2022 school year. The following students at Middlesex Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, April 27, 2022 10:32 pm
3350.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Ambergate Phase II Dev. LLC to Foundation Home Builders, LLC; Ambergate Subdivision, Phase II, Lots 41-42; $100,000Mindy A. Myers, Mindy A. Brabham and Nathan A. Brabham to DY Property Investment, LLC; Spring Creek Subdivision, Lot 52John Larry Strickland, Jeannie Strickland Arena, Trust Under Last Will and Testament of John Larry Strickland for the benefit of Linda Strickland Matthews and Jeannie Strickland Arena and Spouse Paul Arena, Linda Strickland Matthews, Jeannie Strickland Arena and Paul Arena to Omar Alexander Garcia; 13668 West NC 97 Highway, Zebulon; $330,000 Published Wednesday, April 17, 2024 10:53 pm
3351.	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
3352.	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
3353.	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
3354.	Nash County Economic director visits Red Oak Red Oak's town board held two public hearings Monday night with no members of the public requesting to speak.The first public hearing was on the Cash Solar Farm project. Mike Fox, an attorney for the project, addressed the board before the public hearing. "We had this project approved - some of you may remember - a few years ago, and then the dynamics in the solar world changed in regards to how you connect to the utility companies," Fox explained JESSICA SMITH, GRAPHIC CORRESPONDENT / Published Wednesday, March 11, 2020 11:09 pm
3355.	Bettie Ruth Ezzell Published Tuesday, February 19, 2019 1:37 pm
3356.	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
3357.	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
3358.	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
3359.	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
3360.	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
3361.	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
3362.	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
3363.	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
3364.	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
3365.	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
3366.	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
3367.	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
3368.	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
3369.	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
3370.	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
3371.	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
3372.	Benjamin "Ben" Frederick Carpenter Published Monday, March 12, 2018 11:01 am
3373.	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
3374.	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
3375.	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
3376.	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
3377.	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
3378.	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
3379.	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
3380.	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
3381.	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
3382.	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
3383.	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
3384.	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
3385.	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
3386.	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
3387.	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
3388.	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
3389.	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
3390.	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
3391.	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
3392.	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
3393.	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
3394.	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
3395.	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
3396.	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
3397.	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
3398.	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
3399.	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
3400.	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