The Nashville Graphic

3301.	Please support NCC bond Community Colleges were created to provide low cost and easy access within 30 miles or 30 minutes to the thousands who desired higher education. Many of these applicants were first generation college students for whom the traditional four year boarding school was not a viable option. Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, May 1, 2012 11:04 pm
3302.	RED OAK NEWS LifeWise met at Red Oak Baptist Church on Monday, Jan. 12 with over 88 students from Red Oak Elementary School participating. You can still sign up children to participate.Women in Action of Red Oak Baptist Church met on Tuesday, Jan. 13 with 13 in attendance. Members contributed items and filled 20 backpacks for the United Community Ministries Homeless Shelter in Rocky Mount. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, January 21, 2026 10:24 pm
3303.	Joint Veterans to honor local WWII veteran A Nashville man will be honored on Monday morning at a flag-raising ceremony, sponsored by local veterans. The Joint Veterans Committee, comprised of American Legion Posts 110 of Nashville, Post 58 of Rocky Mount, VFW Post 2057 of Rocky Mount, DAV Post 55 and The Marine Corps League Detachment 1262, will honor Jack Thomason at the Veterans Memorial at Jack Laughery Park in Rocky Mount. Thomason was a decorated veteran of the Pacific Theater and World War II. Published Tuesday, April 14, 2009 11:07 pm
3304.	Suspects wanted for multiple break-ins in southern Nash The Nash County Sheriff’s Office is looking for two men suspected of breaking into a home on Rocky Cross Road. The breaking and entering occurred on Friday, October 28 but was not the first. According to Captain Pat Joyner of the Nash County Sheriff’s Office, there has also been two vehicle’s broken into, a larceny of a four-wheeler and another home break-in, all within in the same area in the southern end of the county. Published Wednesday, November 2, 2011 12:36 am
3305.	HISTORY LESSON ROCKY MOUNT -- While some of his cohorts were away at the beach or the mountains this summer, Nash Central High School's Renny Taylor was also hitting the road for some of his favorite travel destinations.Like Fredericksburg, Richmond, Petersburg or Bentonville.Or any other hotspot that is doused in history. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, July 27, 2016 11:25 pm
3306.	Grocery stores, an entertainment destination I suppose a sign of getting old is when you start noticing a change in how you view things. For example, I saw a commercial during the Super Bowl where a couple had a bunch of people over to their house to watch The Big Game. They brought food and drinks. At one point, a guest shows up at the door with bags of chicken sandwiches, which are piled up on a dining room table. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, February 12, 2020 10:26 pm
3307.	SNHS students see impact of distracted driving Students at Southern Nash High School were given the chance to witness firsthand how distracted driving can change a life. Nash County Emergency Services, along with other local and State Emergency Services Responders, offered the Vehicle Injury Prevention for a Very Important Person (VIP for a VIP) program to the school on Wednesday, May 7. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Tuesday, May 20, 2014 10:55 pm
3308.	Nash County Blood Drives for January 2011 Monday, January 3 from 2:30 until 7:30 p.m. at Wal-Mart, 1205 Eastern Avenue, Nashville Monday, January 3 from 3:30 until 7:30 p.m. at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 305 South Halifax Road, Rocky Mount Tuesday, January 4 from 2:30 until 6:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 100 S. Church Street, Rocky Mount Published Tuesday, December 28, 2010 11:10 pm
3309.	Getting what we want in school construction If there was ever a time to NOT want to be on the Nash County Board of Commissioners or the Nash-Rocky Mount School system, last Monday would have been that day. That was the day that both Boards, each of which wants the same outcome (ends) in construction but has different plans (means) to get there, came into conflict. Both want projects completed at Middlesex, Southern Nash and Rocky Mount. They differ on the order of how these projects should be completed. As is the case in most conflicts, it comes down to money. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, September 22, 2009 11:15 pm
3310.	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
3311.	Citizen to miss neighbor, Mrs. Faison Goodbye Mrs. Faison. Today Nashville lost one of its treasures. Mrs. Eloise Faison, after being a resident of Nashville and the Nashville vicinity for most of the past century, is moving to Hingham, Massachusetts, to live with her daughter, Julianne. Mrs. Faison, a retired public school teacher and a very popular citizen, will be missed by everyone. Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, October 3, 2006 11:08 pm
3312.	Four states, three kids - need I say more? I’m going to go ahead and start with a disclaimer: Sometimes, it doesn’t matter how your mama raised you, you’re just bound to do some things that indicate your lack of wisdom or a failure to “act like you’ve got some sense.” I’ve been telling my mama that for years — generally in reference to all my siblings — but now I’m afraid that finger is pointing back to me. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, January 15, 2008 11:21 pm
3313.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A possession of tobacco by an inmate was reported on 8/24/15 at 222 W Washington StreetA common law robbery was reported on 8/25/15 at 5790 West Mount DriveA damage to personal property was reported on 8/25/15 at 5858 Leon RoadA breaking, entering and larceny and damage to personal property was reported on 8/26/15 at 2505 S Halifax Road Published Wednesday, September 2, 2015 11:46 pm
3314.	Burning ban lifted, but let’s use common sense Today’s story in The Graphic regarding the drought reports that Nash County is one of 85 counties in North Carolina that was declared as a disaster area Friday by the U.S. Department of Agriculture due to the drought. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, September 18, 2007 11:31 pm
3315.	Reader says forced annexation is un-American, un-democratic Dear editor: My wife and I live on a small farm located on Eastern Avenue. We rent the farm out for farming crops and I also own a small nursery where we grow our own plants, mostly evergreens. When I received a letter from the City of Rocky Mount saying they were going to annex our farm and residents into the City of Rocky Mount, I could not believe it. They did not ask me if I wanted to be a resident of Rocky Mount, they said I was being annexed. The more I thought about being forced to do something against my will, without a right to even vote, is this the American way. Forced annexation is un-American and un-democratic. LETTER TO THE EDITOR: / Published Tuesday, December 2, 2008 11:13 pm
3316.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPORTS A simple assault and injury to personal property was reported on 9/17/13 at Nash Community CollegeA breaking, entering and larceny to an outbuilding was reported on 9/17/13 at 12289 W NC 97A breaking, entering and larceny to a residence was reported on 9/17/13 at 6037 Waters Edge DriveA larceny of rims was reported on 9/17/13 at 1679 West Castalia Road Published Tuesday, September 24, 2013 10:38 pm
3317.	Nashville town hall will relocate Nashville's Town Council held an emergency meeting Tuesday to notify the public that the $2.3 million had been appropriated by the USDA for a new town hall and library complex. Though not finalized, the project will have the town hall moving into Joyner's Grocery and the library locating in Nashville Plaza. The current town hall will become Nashville Police headquarters and the current police station will make room for the fire department to expand. Published Wednesday, May 10, 2006 12:04 am
3318.	Farmers market opens Saturday The Nash County Farmers Market will celebrate opening day on Saturday, April 3.Over 40 vendors are slated to be at opening day, which will kick off at 8 a.m. and run until 1 p.m.Maurine Brown, who serves as the Farmers Market Manager, said vendors range from seasonal produce to meat and seafood, kettle corn and even local artisans. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 31, 2021 10:52 pm
3319.	Nash urges disaster preparedness NASHVILLE - North Carolina is no stranger to hurricanes, with August, September and October the most active months for trouble from tropical storms. Tripp Bunn, Assistant Director for Nash Fire and Rescue Services/Emergency Management, is encouraging residents to be "disaster ready," and that includes making plans for helping those who cannot help themselves. In that group are the elderly, pets and livestock. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, September 18, 2024 10:47 pm
3320.	Learning Adventures Child Development Center and Preschool to focus more on learning development In order to grow and emphasize learning a little more, Tant's Kiddie Land Childcare Center felt the first step should be a name change. So on May 4, Learning Adventures Child Development Center and Preschool LLC held a ribbon cutting celebrating their new name. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, May 24, 2006 12:47 am
3321.	Murphy USA submits site plans to town NASHVILLE - Murphy USA submitted site plans to the Town of Nashville recently, adding to the list of businesses looking to locate here. Murphy USA, an oil company based out of Arkansas, submitted sketch plans to the town in April. They submitted a more specific site plan on June 11, according to Town Planner Gene Foxworth. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, June 27, 2007 2:16 am
3322.	Ephesus News What a wonderful day to be in the house of the Lord! Terry and Jenny Alford provided special inspirational music as they sang “Midnight Cry.” Student Pastor Dan Crumley read scripture from John 5:33-47 and Pastor David Eidson delivered our message in God’s Word and quoted verse 39, “You diligently study the scriptures because you think that by them you possess eternal life. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, August 24, 2010 11:17 pm
3323.	Nashville offers rainwater barrel workshop The Town of Nashville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources is planning to offer a workshop on stormwater and how to make a rainwater barrel. The class is set for Saturday, September 7 at Glover Park from 9:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. During the workshop, participants will learn about stormwater and then be walked through the building process of how to make their very own rain barrel out of a trash can. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, August 28, 2019 10:43 pm
3324.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News There were 99 present for Sunday school. I’m looking forward to having over 100 soon, but am thankful for everyone in attendance today. We regret that we are losing one family due to their moving to West Virginia. Jeff Dickson has been gone to a job there for several weeks and looking for a place to live. Barbara and the two little girls will be leaving this week. By ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, October 30, 2007 10:31 pm
3325.	Stanley Moore’s service honored The life and service of Stanley W. Moore was remembered during a special flag raising ceremony last Monday at the Rocky Mount Veterans Memorial at Jack Laughery Park. Moore was an Army Tech-4 who served honorably in the Philippine Islands during the course of his forty month career with the Army. Moore received the Philippine Liberation Ribbon with a star, the Asiatic Pacific Campaign medal, the American Campaign Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal.  Published Tuesday, September 29, 2009 11:55 pm
3326.	Thirty-something sure has changed things So last year around this time, I was celebrating the big 3-0, which means this year, I celebrated, well I’m sure you can add so let’s just not say the actual number. It’s still too painful for me to admit. The fact is, I’m getting older. I’ve noticed that since the number 3 became a part of my age, there have been some changes. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, August 16, 2011 11:46 pm
3327.	SANDY CROSS NEWS Sunday 8/25 at Christian Fellowship Church, praise and worship was led by Freedom with the music of Elevation. The morning message was given by Pastor Daniel Parker - "The Revelation Timeline - The Millenial Reign & The New Jerusalem."The Love Ladies of Kingdom International Church gave out 67 backpacks to Coopers & Williford Schools on 8/21. The bags were also full of supplies for the children in the classrooms. EMILY SILLS / Published Wednesday, August 28, 2019 10:43 pm
3328.	Red Oak Community News Howdy! Children and teachers had a rootin’ tootin’ good time at Saddle Ridge Ranch last week! The Vacation Bible School began on Monday, June 21 at 8:30 AM with the worship rally and then the children rotated to various sessions including Bible Study, Missions, Crafts, Music, Snacks, and Recreation. SUZY PEARCE / Published Tuesday, June 29, 2010 10:36 pm
3329.	Closed door sessions skirt open meetings law Nashville Town Council Member Louise Hinton has expressed that a closed session held a year ago should have been out in the open.I have to agree with her after hearing her explanation at this month's town council meeting. Actually, BOTH closed sessions held that night should have been out in the open instead of held in secrecy behind closed doors. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, May 23, 2018 10:47 pm
3330.	JOSHUA WARREN MUNDEN, III ROCKY MOUNT – Joshua Warren Munden, III, 56, passed away Sunday, March 9, 2008. He was born in Rocky Mount on November 12, 1951. He was preceded in death by his parents Joshua Warren Munden, Jr. and Laura Burgess Munden. Published Tuesday, March 11, 2008 11:02 pm
3331.	A five-year old’s strategy of pickin’ up chicks It started with a family dinner in Wilson, but it ended with me shoveling manure in the dark. All because of a particular 5-year-old. At least that’s the story I’m going to stick with. After meeting family for a long overdue visit to Cracker Barrel — one of just a handful of places the kids will all be happy — there were things to do. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, March 19, 2013 11:26 pm
3332.	Town of Nashville honors Bass as first female council member Nashville's Town Council took a break from their budget meeting last Thursday to recognize Nashville's first female council member. Mayor Donald Street presented a resolution to Rebecca "Becky" Bass for her service to the board for 12 years, from 1975 to 1987. Bass was not only the first woman elected to the board but also a part of the transition of the board from a Commisioner to a Council-Manager form of government in 1978. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 2, 2018 10:47 pm
3333.	Nash County Blood Drives August 2017 Thursday, August 3 from 2 until 7 p.m. at the Rocky Mount Shrine Club, 320 Airport Road, Rocky Mount Sunday, August 6 from 1 until 5 p.m. at Buffalo Wild Wings, 215 Ring Road, Rocky MountSunday, August 6 from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Greater Joy Baptist Church, 820 Nashville, Road, Rocky MountMonday, August 7 from 2 until 6 p.m at Ephesus Baptist Church, 7300 West Old Spring Hope Road, Spring Hope Published Wednesday, August 2, 2017 9:47 pm
3334.	Parks and rec to hold public forum The Town of Nashville's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department is encouraging the public to attend its next Advisory Council Meeting. Director Marguerite Bishop said at the meeting, which is set for September 12 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., a public forum will be held to hear what the community wants to see from the parks, recreation and cultural resources department. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, August 22, 2018 10:33 pm
3335.	Who owns a church? I think we know I wish I could tell you about an old church just down the road from my house, a place that has a history that stretches back to the War of 1812. I wish I could tell you to ride by that place, pull over, look in the windows and use your imagination to think about another time, another era. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, November 29, 2011 11:48 pm
3336.	D-Day –– just wars and where we’ve come We think we know, but we don’t.We can read and study, and we can watch incredible movies and series such as “Saving Private Ryan” or “Band of Brothers,” and we think we can take in the carnage, the ugliness of war, the horror and the fear. But in the end, we just read words and see cinematic special effects, no matter how close they are to “real.” Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, June 3, 2014 11:47 pm
3337.	Combined Red Oak Elementary/Swift Creek Elem. Bus Route Published Tuesday, August 19, 2008 10:02 pm
3338.	AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS What a way to start a day! I found a lizard in my over 115 year old farm house....and it's only MARCH! Truly not what I wanted to see, but like I said there is always something good in a situation if you only look for it and in this case, I had to look really, really, really hard to find it..... IT WASN'T A SNAKE! I have seen 3 snakes in my old house over the 38 years I have lived in it, and I know.....if a lizard can find "her" way in (I am sure she is a mama with lots of babies), I know a snake can. Yuck! There are advantages to cold weather. JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, March 25, 2015 10:43 pm
3339.	Nashville man charged with Hwy 58 shooting is under $250,000 bond A 38-year-old Nashville man has been arrested Tuesday after Nash County deputies said he shot and beat his uncle along a highway.David Alston, 65, of Castalia called 911 around 4:30 p.m. when he noticed he was being followed while driving down Taylors Gin Road towards NC Highway 58.Major Eddie Moore of the Nash County Sheriff's Office said as David Alston was turning, the suspect, identified as Cornell Alston, started firing shots at the vehicle. KENDRA JONES, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 11, 2022 11:29 pm
3340.	Basketball court brings back memories The other day I was changing out the old net on our basketball goal in the yard. It was a matter of threading a set of inexpensive nylon strings on the rim’s interior, but it brought back a flood of memories from my childhood.It must have been when I was around eight years old when my brothers made a homemade goal out of welded iron and sanded plywood. They installed a standard rim with a red-white-and-blue net, and mounted it on the side of one of our old tobacco barns. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, November 19, 2014 11:54 pm
3341.	BUILDING PERMITS MARCH 1-5 BUILDING PERMIT (COMMERCIAL)Veronica Rodriguez; 6193 Deans Street; addition; $50,000 Published Wednesday, March 10, 2021 10:49 pm
3342.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPORTS A larceny of a cell phone was reported on 2/25/14 at 522 N Old Carriage RoadFound property was reported on 2/25/14 at 130 N. Old Carriage RoadAn assault on a female, communicating threats, resisting a public officer were reported on 2/25/14 at 8667 Cedar Grove School Loop Road Published Tuesday, March 4, 2014 11:19 pm
3343.	CSX to build hub in Rocky Mount North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory paid a visit to Rocky Mount on Tuesday with exciting news for the Twin Counties. Rocky Mount was selected as the location for the Carolina Connector Intermodal Terminal (CCX). The state-of-the-art terminal will be located on the Edgecombe County side of the city. "This historic project is part of our 25-year vision for transportation because it facilitates efficient and cost-effective movement of goods, which is critical for job creation and economic growth," Governor McCrory said. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, July 20, 2016 10:29 pm
3344.	Winning At WF-R WAKE FOREST -- As a distance runner in high school, Mickey Bissette trained himself to travel great distances in order to outlast the competition. Patience, as always, was the key to long-term success. It was a lesson Bissette learned at Southern Nash -- and one that he would carry with him through life. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, January 8, 2013 10:59 pm
3345.	Local centenarian reflects on 100 years NASHVILLE - A lifetime marked by devotion to family, education, and truth: Bertha Dickens, who just celebrated her 100th birthday Nov. 26, is passing down her legacy to six children, around forty grandchildren, around twenty great-grands and between five and ten great-great grands. Bertha, then Bertha Howington, was born on "the Braswell farm" in Whitakers, one of 13 children to Percy Lee Bunn and Levy Howington; Levy kept his family fed by digging graves in Edgecombe and Nash Counties, most often at Red Hill Baptist, where he was eventually laid to rest in 1967. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 3, 2025 10:01 pm
3346.	ROAR Banner Bears fundraiser event is Saturday STAFF REPORTS - The Red Oak Area Rotary Club is holding a painting fundraiser event this Saturday, August 3, from 10 a.m. to Noon at the Red Oak Baptist Church Family Life Center."Teddy Bear Paint & Brunch," a class for participants to paint a teddy bear in a swing over a field of flowers, is open to beginner and experienced painters alike. The instructor is local artist Noel Butler. Published Wednesday, July 31, 2024 10:17 pm
3347.	Dealing with the election ‘08 aftermath Good morning. It is now officially over. Unless it isn’t. I am, of course, referring to the 2008 Elections. If you’re like me, the end couldn’t come fast enough — why, Saturday alone I got seven of those annoying recorded political messages. They are kind of like a telemarketer, except you don’t get the pleasure of confusing them with a offbeat comments such as “I like sausage!” Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, November 5, 2008 1:20 am
3348.	Man fakes deed to occupy local home The Nash County Sheriff’s Office is asking residents to be cautious of homes that have been foreclosed on after discovering a fake deed of trust on a Nashville home recently. According to Captain Pat Joyner, of the Nash County Sheriff’s Office, a man made a false deed of trust on a home on Jacqueline Drive in Nashville. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, January 25, 2011 10:17 pm
3349.	Nan Strickland has touched many hearts! In a recent article you wrote about Nan Strickland and her garden. Let me tell you about the blessing she has been to me! I moved next door to Nan on E. Green Street right after a terrible divorce. She came right over and told me she had just lost her husband and now we have to take care of each other. Every day we checked up on each other. When she was done reading the papers, she slipped them in my door. Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, July 16, 2013 11:01 pm
3350.	NPD Spotlight The Nashville Graphic is introducing officers of the Nashville Police Department each month as part of an “Officer Spotlight” series. The articles are featured the last Wednesday of each month to help Nashville residents get to know the officers who protect and serve their communities. Officer Name: Jeremy Guzman Published Tuesday, November 26, 2013 10:57 pm
3351.	Flyover nets more than 200 marijuana plants Over 200 marijuana plants were discovered at several locations in Nash County last week during eradication efforts by the Sheriff’s Office. Members of the Nash County Sheriff’s Office, along with the North Carolina State Highway Patrol and National Guard, conducted a flyover last Monday, July 25. Published Tuesday, August 2, 2011 11:59 pm
3352.	Officials cut ribbon at Red Oak Elementary School Something never seen before has been planted and is growing in Red Oak: an entirely new educational culture at the new Red Oak Elementary School. A ribbon-cutting to celebrate its grand opening was held at the school Tuesday afternoon, with a packed media center full of faculty, staff, community members, parents and students. After more than two years of construction, the squeaky-clean 102,000 square foot building that houses Red Oak Elementary is complete and ready for Open House August 24th from 11-1 and 4-6 p.m, to be followed by the first day of school August 28. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, August 23, 2023 10:29 pm
3353.	Wildlife Commission presents Lawrence G. Diedrick Award The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission presented the 2010 Lawrence G. Diedrick Small Game Award to Piedmont landowner Ernie Koury and the Southeast North Carolina Chapter of Quail Forever, at its May Commission meeting. Published Tuesday, July 26, 2011 10:51 pm
3354.	Stolen valor unfortunately happens Dear Editor: Stolen valor happens, but it's a mystery as to why it happens.Being a veteran gives one a certain self-satisfaction maybe, but besides that, the rewards of service are few."Vets" rate a discount in certain quarters sometimes, but other non-vet types are extended discounts too, like senior citizens for instance. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR / Published Wednesday, October 28, 2020 10:32 pm
3355.	What we mean when we talk about gun control I had just arrived home from a week out-of-town. No one was at my house; it was pitch dark; there was no moon out. I was unloading my car when I heard a voice yell at me from the darkness. I looked up and saw no one, thinking it was a neighbor on the other side of the woods in my very rural part of the county. Then I heard the voice again, and saw a flashlight swing my way. At that moment, I realized my neighbors were all gone to a birthday party. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, January 15, 2013 10:48 pm
3356.	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
3357.	MAGGIE LEE BAKER NASHVILLE - Maggie Lee Baker, 73, passed away Friday, September 19, 2008. She was born in Nash County on September 20, 1934. She was the daughter of the late Joseph William and Bertha Bone Pittman. She was preceded in death by two brothers. Published Tuesday, September 23, 2008 10:35 pm
3358.	Nash County Blood Drives for June 2012 Thursday, June 7 from 12 until 5 p.m. at Outback Steakhouse, 210 Gateway Boulevard, Rocky Mount Monday, June 11 from 3 until 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 200 South Church Street, Rocky Mount Tuesday, June 12 from 3 until 7 p.m. at the Harrison Family YMCA, 1000 Independence Drive, Rocky Mount Wednesday, June 13 from 2 until 6 p.m. at Arlington Baptist, 1500 Bethlehem Road, Rocky Mount Published Tuesday, June 5, 2012 10:54 pm
3359.	Nash County Blood Drives - June 2012 Thursday, June 7 from 12 until 5 p.m. at Outback Steakhouse, 210 Gateway Boulevard, Rocky Mount Monday, June 11 from 3 until 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 200 South Church Street, Rocky Mount Tuesday, June 12 from 3 until 7 p.m. at the Harrison Family YMCA, 1000 Independence Drive, Rocky Mount Wednesday, June 13 from 2 until 6 p.m. at Arlington Baptist, 1500 Bethlehem Road, Rocky Mount Published Tuesday, May 29, 2012 10:46 pm
3360.	Nashville to file complaint against Suddenlink The Town of Nashville plans to join in with other towns in expressing disapproval with service received from Suddenlink.Complaints against the internet and cable provider were brought up by Town Manager Randy Lansing at council's meeting on January 19.Lansing told council members that the Town of Tarboro had recently moved forward with sending a letter of complaint to the state's attorney general. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, January 27, 2021 10:59 pm
3361.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A breaking and entering was reported on 1/20/19 at 4013 Watson Seed Farm RoadA simple physical assault was reported on 1/20/19 at 4972 Kristie LaneA breaking and entering a motor vehicle was reported on 1/20/19 on Redman Road Published Wednesday, January 30, 2019 10:45 pm
3362.	Sheriff Keith Stone completes executive leaders program Keith Stone, Sheriff of Nash County, completed the Executive Leaders Program at Naval Postgraduate School's Center for Homeland Defense and Security June 8.The goal of the Executive Leaders Program is to enhance senior leaders' capacity to develop policies and strategies while strengthening working relationships across the jurisdictional boundaries of regions, agencies, local-state-tribal-federal governments and the private sector. Students study the interdisciplinary concepts comprising homeland security. Published Wednesday, June 21, 2017 10:21 pm
3363.	LETTERS TO SANTA Editor's note: All letters are typed exactly as each child submitted. We did not correct or edit any of their words. Published Wednesday, December 22, 2021 10:48 pm
3364.	Nash donates county vehicles to SNHS The Nash County Board of Commissioners has donated a surplus patrol car and ambulance to local educational institutions.Nash Community College will receive a 2014 Dodge Charger with approximately 157,544 miles. The vehicle still has lights and siren installed with a fair market value of less than $10,000, according to information provided by county officials. LINDELL KAY, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, January 25, 2023 10:28 pm
3365.	Castalia names Braswell Patriotic Citizen of the Year CASTALIA - David "Pac-Man" Braswell was named, posthumously, the Patriotic Citizen of the Year for this year's Castalia Independence Day Celebration. Braswell passed away on March 1 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Castalia's Board of Commissioners recognized Braswell on Tuesday night with a memorial proclamation, presenting it to Braswell's wife, Rachel. Braswell's brother, Cliff, and Cliff's fiancé were also present to accept the proclamation. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 3, 2024 11:01 pm
3366.	Nash County Blood Drives for February 2012 Tuesday, February 7 from 9:30 a.m. until 7 p.m. at Rocky Mount Engine Plant, second floor conference room, 9377 US Highway 301, Whitakers Wednesday, February 8 from 12:30 until 5 p.m. at Draka Elevator Products, 2151 North Church Street, Rocky Mount Published Tuesday, January 31, 2012 11:12 pm
3367.	Chamber seeks nominations for Citizen of the Year You may 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, January 19, 2010 11:11 pm
3368.	Sorority celebrates 60 years Alpha Delta Kappa, an international honorary sorority for women educators, celebrated its 60th anniversary during the month of October. Gamma Tau, the local chapter, celebrated Alpha Delta Kappa’s Founders’ Day at its October meeting. Barbie Creech of Cary, District VI vice-president, presented the program. Published Tuesday, November 20, 2007 10:52 pm
3369.	Growth affects school capacity A joint meeting last week of Nash County Public Schools (NCPS) Board of Education members and Nash County Commissioners shed some light on some of the pressing issues the public school system is experiencing along with some good news concerning capital improvements.Topics at the meeting included the recently approved state budget and its impacts on NCPS, capital improvements and projects, facility capacities, teacher retention and recruitment, and supplement pay, vaccination clinics, and a refresh plan for technology. JO ANNE COOPER, GRAPHIC PUBLISHER / Published Wednesday, November 24, 2021 9:16 pm
3370.	SANDY CROSS NEWS Our community churches enjoyed their last drive-in Sunday services this past week. Starting this coming Sunday, all will go back to the sanctuary at their regular times, except Kingdom International Church. Their services will be now starting at 10 am every Sunday. At KIC last Sunday, announcements were given followed by several selections led by the Worship Team. EMILY SILLS / Published Wednesday, May 20, 2020 10:42 pm
3371.	Local woman plans mission trip to Cuba Meredith Davis is hoping to use her music to help fund a mission trip to Cuba. Davis will be going to Cuba at the end of June with Dusty Change Ministries, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to guide all people into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.Davis said she has always wanted to go on mission trips and has been on two others, including Cuba last year. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 18, 2016 10:55 pm
3372.	Election countdown is less than a week Five of six Nash Rocky Mount School Board members are seeking reelection unopposed in the November 4 election. Only one school board seat, currently occupied by James Lilley, is contested with Nashville resident Dennis Nielsen and Rocky Mount resident Gregory Camp running for Lilley’s seat in district five. Lilley is not seeking reelection. Nielsen, who ran for governor in the May primaries, said he is interested in serving his community. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, October 28, 2008 10:28 pm
3373.	Letters to Santa Dear SantaI am 4 years old. This year I have been nice. For Christmas I would really like a scooter and a cat.Love,Adalyn Published Wednesday, December 20, 2023 10:25 pm
3374.	County denies Leon's Barn Leon's Barn will have to cease operations after Nash County's Board of Commissioners denied a rezoning request Monday morning. The request was first brought before the board in December, when owner Leon Shearin requested a public hearing before the board after the Planning Board voted 5-2 to deny the request. The board granted the hearing for their January meeting. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, January 9, 2007 11:33 pm
3375.	Merlin's Song seeks shelters in areas outside Rocky Mount Merlin's Song, a non-profit feline rescue organization, is looking for a donor with a big heart. The organization currently fosters approximately 200 felines divided among volunteer homes. Logistically, care for the animals is difficult in transporting the abandonned and sick cats to and from vet appointments. Soliciting help from new volunteers is also difficult as many people are wary of stepping into a strangers home. Published Wednesday, March 7, 2007 12:04 am
3376.	Sweet Potato Harvest Jubilee is Saturday The Nash County Farmers' Market is hosting its 5th Annual Sweet Potato Harvest Jubilee and BBQ Competition Saturday, Nov. 11, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Farmers Market on 1006 Peachtree Street, Rocky Mount.A contest for the largest sweet potato will be sponsored by Nash Produce, with a first place prize of $500, will be accompanied by a People's Choice Sweet Potato recipe contest sponsored by the Farmers' Market and the NC Sweet Potato Commission. NANCY WEST-BRAKE,m GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, November 8, 2023 10:20 pm
3377.	Nash County Blood Drives for June 2015 Wednesday, June 3 from 2 until 6 p.m. at Arlington Baptist, 1500 Bethlehem Road, Rocky MountTuesday, June 9 from 10 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Edgecombe Community College, 225 Tarboro Street, Rocky MountTuesday, June 9 from 3:30 until 6:30 p.m. at the Harrison Family YMCA, 1000 Independence Drive, Rocky Mount Staff / Published Wednesday, June 3, 2015 10:44 pm
3378.	JOYCE (GAYENELLE) WOODLIEF TILLEY Joyce (Gayenelle) Woodlief Tilley, formerly of Rocky Mount, died Sunday, June 1, 2014 at Elmcroft Assisted Living in Raleigh. She was born August 26, 1928 to the late Aubrey Woodlief Sr. and Sarah Powell Woodlief. She was predeceased by her husband, Thompson Milton Tilley; and brothers, Bervin, Fleming, Maynard, Woodrow and Aubrey Jr.; and sisters, Selene Wright, Ione King, Hortense Gibson, Nadine Bradley and Clina Wheeler. Published Tuesday, June 3, 2014 11:48 pm
3379.	Celebrity Ben Jones to visit Cooley Library A former “Dukes of Hazzard” star will visit Nashville’s Cooley Library Thursday for a book signing of his new book, “Redneck Boy In The Promised Land: The Confessions of “Crazy Cooter.” Ben Jones, who may be better known for his role of “Cooter” on the famous ”Dukes of Hazzard” show, will read excerpts from his book Thursday at 6 p.m. at the library. Published Tuesday, November 11, 2008 11:13 pm
3380.	Nash Hospitals receives accreditation The Joint Commission, a national health care accreditation organization, awarded hospital accreditation to Nash Hospitals, Inc. and home care accreditation to Hospice and Palliative Care of Nash General Hospital. The accreditation was the result of a week-long survey, which was conducted in October. Published Tuesday, January 3, 2012 10:42 pm
3381.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE An arson and damage to personal property was reported on 11/10/19 at 2744 Lonesome Pine RoadA breaking and entering was reported on 11/10/19 at 4838 Raymond RoadAn injury to personal property was reported on 11/11/19 at 7491 Jessica Way Published Wednesday, November 20, 2019 10:28 pm
3382.	Turns out Red Oak couple's hobby was in their "bones" RED OAK - It may be Halloween season, but make no bones about it: one Red Oak couple don't let their skeletons gather any dust; the hard-working bony boys (and girls) have been posing in different shenanigans every week outside the family home for about a year. The "Red Oak Skeletons" live at 3654 Tharrington Road, Rocky Mount, and some of them are always outside. With Halloween coming, though, the whole tribe will be out for public view.The brainchildren of Jason "Kroger" and Amber Stella, the Red Oak skeletons have been growing in popularity, with car after car slowing down to take a look and then beeping a "thank you." NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 23, 2024 9:45 pm
3383.	Officer’s actions were inexcusable Dear Editor, My name is William Sereday. I prefer to be called “Bil.” On August 2, 2008 after a day of shopping with my daughter and grandchildren, my daughter decided to get in her car and head home. It was between 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. when she had left. About 15-20 minutes later she called me from her cell phone and informed me there was a police car behind her. My daughter’s a very careful driver, especially with her children aboard. She had just turned at Strickland’s Crossroads onto 97 heading towards Stanhope. Letters to the Editor / Published Tuesday, August 5, 2008 10:32 pm
3384.	Nash Community College receives tobacco grant to train local citizens Nash Community College is the recipient of a $15,000 grant from the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission to fund its Project Skill-Up. Grant funds will be used to provide training for citizens of Nash County and surrounding areas impacted by the decline in the tobacco industry.  Published Tuesday, April 10, 2012 10:47 pm
3385.	Our "baby" is growing up, in more ways than one It seems that Lowell, the "baby" of our three kids, has almost reached a decade; he just turned nine. Somehow, I feel that not only is he nearing a milestone, we are reaching one for endurance.Nine is a tough age for everybody. No more can I tease him about being the "spare" in case we lost Holly or Kent on a road trip or other such foolishness. Lowell is always a step ahead now. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, June 8, 2016 10:38 pm
3386.	NC HOUSE - District 25 Jeff Collins 54 years old Published Tuesday, October 19, 2010 10:52 pm
3387.	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
3388.	Coopers Ruritan honors club charter member William A. “Billy” Joyner was honored at the July meeting of the Coopers Ruritan Club as the only active charter member. In making the presentation, past president Harold Winstead recounted the history of the Coopers Community being led by Billy Joyner and the club’s first president Durant Lewis to organize and charter the Coopers Club in 1952. Winstead reviewed the Coopers Club history and highlighted Billy Joyner’s involvement along with Durant Lewis to extend the new Coopers Club from the West Edgecombe Ruritan Club. Published Tuesday, September 1, 2009 11:21 pm
3389.	Stars shine at Glover NASHVILLE -- Play continued last Saturday at Glover Park in the Town of Nashville Recreation Department's Spring Youth Sports Leagues. In softball, George's BBQ Sauce won 10-1 with help from veteran players like Jada Wiggins, Brianna Frazier and Hannah Carpenter. Emma Batchelor and Anna Kate Floyd got their first hits of the year in the win.In baseball, the back-and-forth battle that has been experienced all season continued. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, May 3, 2017 10:28 pm
3390.	NASH SHERIFF’S OFFICE INCIDENT REPORTS A breaking, entering and larceny of a residence was reported on 10/15/12 at 12797 TaLon Drive A breaking, entering and larceny of a residenc was reported on 10/15/12 at 4563 Mullen Road An obtaining property by false pretense was reported on 10/16/12 at 522 N Old Carriage Road A breaking, entering and larceny to a residence was reported on 10/16/12 at 1251 E. Beulah Road Published Tuesday, October 23, 2012 11:14 pm
3391.	Nashville Chamber seeks “Distinguished Citizen!” You may 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 1, 2011 10:42 pm
3392.	Public presentations are part of Castalia meeting At its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, the town board of Castalia barely had a quorum. The mayor was absent due to illness, so Mayor Pro Tem James Alston facilitated the meeting. Two other commissioners and the town clerk were also present. The board heard brief presentations by a couple of the members of the public. First, Rev. Victor Fenner, pastor of Castalia Missionary Baptist Church, discussed the idea starting a family centered event in the park. JESSICA A. SMITH, GRAPHIC CORRESPONDENT / Published Wednesday, March 7, 2018 10:14 pm
3393.	What, or who, really ignited the gas crisis? In one local town, unleaded gas was $2.09 Sunday morning on the drive to church. By the time most Protestants were headed to their mama's house or a nearby restaurant, the price had changed to $2.29.The cynical parishioner might have thought, "That was one long sermon."In much the same way that a storm brewing on the coast of Africa can be portrayed as the end of western civilization by the national news media, the gas shortage might send us into a situation similar to a Mad Max movie in a matter of days. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, September 21, 2016 10:31 pm
3394.	RED OAK NEWS The Baptist Men had their monthly breakfast on Sunday, August 15.Congratulations to Justin Carp in his recent commissioning into the US Navy Chaplain Corps! The service was held Sunday, August 15 at Red Oak Baptist Church with over 200 in attendance. Justin most recently served as pastor of Darlington Baptist Church, He and his wife, Lisa, and their 2 children, Analeigh and Liam will be moving from this area as they begin their new adventure. Our best wishes and prayers for the family! SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, August 18, 2021 10:20 pm
3395.	Nashville woman promotes children's book Linda Woolard of Nashville is encouraging Nash County residents to purchase a children's book written by her friend, Pam Saulsby. Woolard is also asking that copies of the book be donated to local law enforcement agencies such as the Nashville Police Department.Saulsby's book, "Ashley's High Five for Daddy," was written to help children deal with some of the changes that happen when a parent returns from war such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). JO ANNE COOPER, NASHVILLE GRAPHIC PUBLISHER / Published Wednesday, December 9, 2015 11:06 pm
3396.	Three vie for school board seat on Nov. 7 Two Nashville residents are challenging Nash Rocky Mount Board of Education representative Mary Lewis Foote for the District 4 seat. A forum was held last week at W.L. Greene School to give Nashville residents a chance to hear the three campaign for the open seat. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, October 31, 2006 11:16 pm
3397.	Principals to change locations Effective July 1, five school principals will be taking the reins at six different schools as a result of demerger changes within Nash County Public Schools.Quintin Mangano, Principal at Nashville Elementary, will become the new Principal at Bailey Elementary. Darsheka "Tiffany" Hopkins, current Principal at D.S. Johnson Elementary, will become the new Principal at Nashville Elementary. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 15, 2024 10:35 pm
3398.	RED OAK NEWS The Women in Action Multifocus Missions Group met at Red Oak Baptist Church on Tuesday, Sept. 18. The Pregnancy Care Center’s Walk for Life was held on Saturday, Sept. 22 at Englewood Park. The walk raised over $91,000 with more to come in. Participating in the walk from Red Oak Baptist Church participated including Dolly White, Suzy Pearce, Audrey Pearce, Karen Girona, Marion Hawkins, and Bryan Faulkner. SUZY PEARCE / Published Tuesday, September 25, 2012 11:02 pm
3399.	As we head into summer, generation spreads As we dive into the dog days of summer, I was glad we had some timely rains over the weekend.I used to shake my head in my younger days when I'd hear "old timers" say that.Gardens are hopefully producing a little for all the work put in during what seemed like a long and mild spring. The local farmer's markets are rolling as best they can in a pandemic, and I'm sorely missing strawberry season. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, July 22, 2020 10:32 pm
3400.	Luke's Word for the Week It's coming soon. The unofficial official start to the holiday season here in America. The time of year where businesses start to breathe a sigh of relief as the number one and number two money making holidays are coming within two months of each other; Christmas and Halloween.It's curious that these two are hands down the biggest money makers in our economy. One celebrates the fact that the Word has become flesh and dwelt among. The other celebrates...umm...ghosts....satan...darkness...pumpkins...candy? Wait, what is Halloween all about? LUKE WHITEHEAD / Published Wednesday, October 28, 2015 10:54 pm