The Nashville Graphic

3601.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS Warrant service reported at 10792 W. Old Spring Hope Rd, Spring Hope on 02/19/22Larceny-outside of building (not for sale) reported at 10839 Christian Rd, Wilson on 02/14/22Assault with deadly weapon with inflicting serious injury reported at 11486 Anderson Rd, Spring Hope on 02/18/22 Published Wednesday, February 23, 2022 10:42 pm
3602.	Nashville Elementary School honor rolls THIRD GRADE - A/B HONOR ROLLSkylar Barron, Jesslynn Bass, Ellah Brantley, Mi'Lani Bulluck, Emmelene Burns, Chase Cotten, Samuel Crews, Alexander Cunnington, Arianna Dancy, Sarah Dorsey, Kayden Foster, London Frazier, Brinley Hester, Bingi Hicks, Jabari Hicks, Joy Johnson, Aubrey Jones, Miller Joyner, Alicia Olivera, Jamir Powell, Ramiah Roach, Kagen Sload, Alexander Staton, Tra'Miyah Staton, Jasper Valentine, Tessamarie Vidal, Aiden Walston, Kaiden Whitaker and Jayce Williams Published Tuesday, November 21, 2023 10:51 pm
3603.	JULIE BLOOMER BOONE BAKER SANDY CROSS – Julie Bloomer Boone Baker, 84, passed away June 23, 2008, after an extended illness. She was born in Nash County on December 23, 1923 to the late Frank High and Mahala Taylor Boone. She was preceded in death by her husband, Homer T. Baker in 1993. Bloomer was a life-long member of Sandy Cross United Methodist Church. Published Tuesday, June 24, 2008 10:38 pm
3604.	Local youth compete in cow shows Cedar Isle Dairy of Nashville has traveled to four cow shows this summer. During the weekend of June 8, they competed in the National Parade of Stars and the Open and Junior Show for the NC Black & White Show. Published Wednesday, July 18, 2007 12:14 am
3605.	Night in the ER image of healthcare issue It was 3 a.m. on a Friday, I had been in the bed for about an hour and a half, when I heard a cry for help. In the fog that occurs from being sound asleep to being completely awake, when your brain is trying to throw itself into gear, I wasn’t sure if it was a dream or reality. And then I heard it again. Mike, the voice said, come help me. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, September 11, 2012 11:35 pm
3606.	DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION The DAR Micajah Pettaway Chapter met November 16, 2010, 10:00 A. M. for a coffee hour in Doubletree Inn Motel. After Regent Toni Wade welcomed everyone, she introduced her guest, Lisa Wade Stout. Often Regent Toni Wade has attended Southern Nash High School ROTC Awards Programs to give out awards. She introduced CMSgt Scott Wedding, a ROTC instructor at Southern Nash. DEE LONG / Published Tuesday, November 30, 2010 11:41 pm
3607.	Gardner tours ABC Jim Gardner, the newly appointed Chairman of the Alcohol and Beverage Control (ABC) Commission, hopes to tour many ABC Offices throughout the state but his first stop was last week in the county he considers home. Gardner, of Rocky Mount, visited Nash County’s ABC Office and Warehouse in Nashville last Wednesday morning as part of a tour to learn more about the operations of the ABC industry. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, February 19, 2013 10:46 pm
3608.	The list of "Where were you when..." keeps growing "But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come: For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, unloving, unforgiving, slanderers, without self-control, brutal, despisers of good, traitors, headstrong, haughty, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, having a form of godliness but denying its power. And from such people turn away!" (2 Timothy 3:1-5) MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, October 20, 2021 10:50 pm
3609.	Nashville Chamber seeks annual 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 28 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, February 7, 2024 10:36 pm
3610.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A possession of marijuana was reported on 3/24/19 on I-95A larceny of a firearm was reported on 3/24/19 at 9883 Glover RoadA speeding and driving while intoxicated was reported on 3/24/19 on I-95 southbound Published Wednesday, April 3, 2019 10:45 pm
3611.	Reader responds to letter Dear editor, The other week in The Graphic, a critique of voters actions was presented telling us why the writer felt his processing was the way it was -- for all of us i.e. all parties. How he did not feel the ruling party-- attempted voters requirements--were "too much." Federal ruling said the switched boundaries were typical; but this time, they went too far. Is his opinion better than the courts? Data showed the vast majority of names in question were John Doe II and John Doe III after the original John Doe was the first --legal voter. Published Wednesday, October 19, 2016 10:38 pm
3612.	RED OAK NEWS The youth and chaperones from Red Oak Baptist Church had a great time at Mfuge at Carson-Newman University in Tennessee June 16 -20. Several campers shared stories with the congregation on Sunday, June 22 during the morning worship.Red Oak Baptist Church had a great week at "True North" Vacation Bible School! During the week of June 22 - 26 preschoolers and children through 5th grade from the community joined together for a fun week learning to Trust Jesus! SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, July 2, 2025 10:33 pm
3613.	LAVERN PLYS FREEMAN (May 9, 1919 - September 27, 2006) Nashville - LaVern Plys Freeman, passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2006. He was born on May 9, 1919 in Nash County, son of the late John Freeman and Maggie Drake Freeman. Preceded in death was his wife, Willie Bass Freeman. Published Tuesday, October 3, 2006 11:08 pm
3614.	Town picks contractor for sidewalk project Nashville's Town Council adopted a $488,435.00 capital project last week for the installation and repair of sidewalks on the west side of Alston Street from Circle Drive to Circle Drive and the north side of Washington Street from First Street all the way to Walmart on Eastern Avenue, and awarded the project to BCS Contractors of Nashville.The project has been on the table for years and has been delayed due to changes in regulations by the Department of Transportation. JO ANNE COOPER, GRAPHIC PUBLISHER / Published Wednesday, August 12, 2015 10:45 pm
3615.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS NOV. 7 - NOV. 11 Danny A. Williams Jr. and Jennifer L. Williams to Cody Austin Williams and Jamie Leigh Robertson; a portion of lot 34, all of lot 33 and a portion of lot 31, Block H in Birchwood Homes Subdivision Junious Hendicks, Carol Hendicks and Carol D. Hendicks to Junious Hendicks, Carol Hendicks and Carol D. Hendicks; 713 South Pine Street, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:46 pm
3616.	RM players in game MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. -- Rocky Mount had four representatives participating in the Carolinas Classic NC-SC All-Star Basketball Games at Socastee High School last Saturday evening in the Palmetto State. The contests are sponsored each year by the N.C. Coaches Association, the same organization that conducts the East-West All-Star Games (football, basketball, soccer) each summer in Greensboro. CHARLES ALSTON, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, March 20, 2012 11:03 pm
3617.	Elderly scamming on the rise in Nash NASHVILLE - Nash Senior Citizens are being increasingly targeted by scammers with phone calls, according to the Nash County Sheriff's Office, with the latest ploy having scam callers pretending to be someone from the Sheriff's Office and telling the person that they have warrants out against them which can be handled over the phone with a payment."The number of calls has gone up," said Detective Macie Hasty, who said NCSO used to get one or two reports per day but now is numbering as many as five. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, July 3, 2024 10:48 am
3618.	Citizens share concerns about rezoning request Braswell Milling Company and its neighbors are working on a compromise after citizens spoke out against a rezoning request during a public hearing on September 30. Nashville's Town Council postponed making a decision on rezoning around 1.96 acres of land from R-10/B-1 to I-1 after the Planning Board recommended tabling the item to give Braswell representatives time to meet with citizens to discuss their concerns. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 14, 2015 11:41 pm
3619.	Legislative seats do not belong to the political parties The level of corruption in our political system has become so rampant that it is accepted as normal by most observers. However, the request by the Chairman of the local Democrat Party takes the proverbial cake. That a candidate has run afoul of the law is nothing new. Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, October 30, 2012 11:11 pm
3620.	MARY AYSCUE “TEENY” MANNING NASHVILLE - Mary Ayscue “Teeny” Manning, 83 passed away on February 27, 2010 at Autumn Care of Nashville. She was born in Franklin County on July 6, 1926. She was the daughter of Jim and Bessie Wrenn Ayscue. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Wesley Manning; her sisters, Louise Gopel, and Ore Lee Williams; her brothers, Percy Ayscue, Hurley Ayscue, Jack Ayscue, John Ayscue, and Perry Ayscue. Published Tuesday, March 2, 2010 10:21 pm
3621.	RED OAK NEWS Youth Sunday was held on Nov. 2 at Red Oak Baptist Church. The youth taught the Sunday School classes participated in the worship service by filling the choir, performing with the Praise Team, sharing announcements, and acting in a skit. Suzy Pearce / Published Tuesday, November 12, 2013 10:50 pm
3622.	RED OAK NEWS The Adult IA Sunday School Class of Red Oak Baptist Church had a great day Saturday, Oct. 20 as they sold BBQ sandwiches and hot dogs. They had a wonderful turn out and sold out early! All proceeds will go towards their class projects including providing food at Thanksgiving for families in need. SUZY PEARCE / Published Tuesday, October 23, 2012 11:14 pm
3623.	Tyson receives American Degree at FFA convention INDIANAPOLIS – Stephan C. Tyson, the son of Danny and Jane Tyson, received the American Degree at the 80th National FFA Convention held on Oct. 27. The American Degree is the highest degree awarded by the National FFA Organization and recognizes the recipient’s demonstrated leadership abilities and outstanding achievements in agricultural business, production, processing and service programs. Tyson was one of 3,168 to be recognized this year. Published Tuesday, December 4, 2007 11:00 pm
3624.	Northern court club wins three RED OAK -- Northern Nash High School started its boys tennis schedule last weekend with a trio of matches. The Knights opened last Wednesday with an 8-1 team decision over South Central at home. Last Thursday, Northern Nash, also at home, defeated Tarboro by a 5-4 score. The successful week closed last Friday with an 8-1 home conquest against Warren County. From Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, March 10, 2009 10:04 pm
3625.	COUNTY LINE RACE RESULTS ELM CITY -- Here are results from the August 26 event at County Line Raceway: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, September 6, 2017 10:26 pm
3626.	Wesleyan partners to host scholars to college camp NC Wesleyan College recently partnered with the Emily Krzyzewski Center to host their Scholars to College camp - a pre-college retreat designed for rising college freshmen to help them better prepare for a smooth transition to college.Students participated in workshops, experiential learning activities and team-building activities facilitated by both the Emily K Center and Wesleyan staff. Published Wednesday, October 24, 2018 10:30 pm
3627.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS This past Sunday was a time to remember our armed forces that paid the ultimate price for our freedom. The Peachtree Baptist Church Congregation family and friends welcomed and recognized our Active and Retired Veterans to worship. We all said the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States, and sang The Stars Spangled Banner. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, June 1, 2022 11:10 pm
3628.	College loan issue not as obvious as it seems It's been hard to miss all the news about college debt, college loans and calls by some in Congress to offer some form of debt relief.I was one of many who was extremely glad to hear that student loan payments had been put off until May 1.President Biden promised during his campaign to forgive $10,000 for each person who had outstanding student debt. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, January 5, 2022 10:49 pm
3629.	Reader feels public education is over funded A recent editorial from the Winston-Salem Journal, reprinted in an area paper headlined, “Quit the Bickering and Fund Public Education.” While giving this advice to the NC Legislature, is it possible that the writer at the Journal, and those that think like him, are missing the point completely? Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, April 24, 2012 11:12 pm
3630.	RM IN CLUTCH FRANKLINTON -- By anyone's estimation, the greatest strengths of Rocky Mount High School's undefeated girls basketball squad are interior size and depth and superior guard play -- along with the high-level talents of sophomore Caroline Thiel.For most of last Friday's Big East Conference showdown, homestanding Franklinton seemed to have the antidote for Rocky Mount's size and effective backcourt work. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, February 10, 2021 11:19 pm
3631.	Luke's Word for the Week Happy All Saints Eve, Fellow Followers!Remembering is at the core of the Christian faith. We remember that God created all things in six days and rested on the seventh. We remember that God freed his people from the bondage of Egypt. LUKE WHITEHEAD / Published Wednesday, October 30, 2019 10:19 pm
3632.	ECU Pirates open against Virginia Cavaliers GREENVILLE -- Second-ranked Virginia (2-1) held off a late rally by No. 11 East Carolina University (1-2) Sunday afternoon and took the rubber-match of the three game series 14-11 at Lewis Field inside Clark-LeClair Stadium. Heading into the bottom of the eighth, the Cavaliers held a commanding 13-4 lead before the Pirates came roaring back by putting a seven spot on the board in front of 4,774 fans cutting the lead to two, 13-11. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, February 23, 2010 10:22 pm
3633.	Letters to Santa Dear Santa, I want the big t-rex and a Lego dinosaur t-rex. I want a shark and monster truck. I want cowboys Legos and Hot Wils. And I believe in you Santa and your elfs.Caden Peck, 2nd graderCoopers Elementary Published Wednesday, December 23, 2015 9:43 pm
3634.	MARY SHERROD WILKES Mary Sherrod Wilkes, 87, passed away, Monday, March 31, 2008. She was born July 15, 1920. She was the daughter of the late Tommy and Betty Boone Sherrod. Published Tuesday, April 8, 2008 11:42 pm
3635.	Thanksgiving never gets old, just better with age Sure, you've heard and read plenty about being grateful and thankful already.Especially this year, with Thanksgiving coming "late."But the great thing about Thanksgiving -- my favorite holiday -- is that it never gets old.Right? Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, November 27, 2019 9:58 am
3636.	CHESLEY PEARL FREEMAN ROCKY MOUNT – Chesley Pearl Freeman Sr., 88, passed away Tuesday, June 15, 2010. He was born on April 08, 1922 to the late Jimmy Lee and Mary Freeman. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his wife, Sallie Robbins Freeman, son Chesley (Chet) P. Freeman, Jr., brothers, Clarence and Alton Freeman, and sister, Frances Brown. His brother Howard Freeman passed away June 20, 2010. Published Tuesday, June 22, 2010 10:46 pm
3637.	Chamber seeks annual award nominations Nashville's Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for its annual Distinguished Citizen of the Year award.This year's event is set for Thursday, April 3 at 7 p.m. at Nash Arts.The Distinguished Citizen Award is presented to a citizen or business person from the Nashville area who strives to make the community a better place. Published Wednesday, January 22, 2025 10:25 pm
3638.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS JULY 23-27 Nash County Planning and Inspections issued the following building permits from July 23 through 27. Published Wednesday, August 1, 2018 10:50 pm
3639.	Nash one of 7 vying for bogus investment RALEIGH — Two California felony fugitives remain on the run after posing as high-rolling, multi-million-dollar investors to the Department of Commerce that had seven counties — including Nash— vying for an industrial location earlier this year. The courting — involving planned lavish hotel stays, state helicopter transports and catered meals on fine china — was intense statewide. The fake investors demands and promises lasted about three weeks, leading up to Jan. 29, for a proposed, bogus $100-million gem processing plant that the now-believed-to-be con artists said would land between 1,300 and 1,500 jobs in the chosen county. Kathy Harrelson, Special to The Graphic / Published Tuesday, March 31, 2009 10:15 pm
3640.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a beautiful summer morning Peachtree folks gathered at the church for worship. Sanctuary flowers were an arrangement of roses given by Melba and Jerry Hobgood in honor of the pastor and his wife, Eugene and Marta Whitehouse.Pastor Whitehouse directed the choir as it sang, "Oh, the love of my Redeemer". His sermon was titled "Your Redeemer is on the Way". It was based on scripture found in Genesis 40. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, June 3, 2015 10:44 pm
3641.	American Legion Post 110 American Legion Post 110 of Nashville held its annual raffle Saturday. Normally the winning ticket would have been drawn during the Nashville Blooming Festival. Members invited Nashville Police Chief Anthony Puckett to draw winning raffle ticket at the Nashville community building. Proceeds from the raffle support a rising senior or a senior to NC Trooper School where he or she will learn police skills, including drug detection, firearms safety and precision driving, just to name a few. Published Wednesday, May 13, 2020 10:44 pm
3642.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS NOVEMBER 6-12 The following deed transfers were made November 6-12: Published Wednesday, November 18, 2020 10:37 pm
3643.	LOCALS HONORED Two Nash County residents were among the 11 recipients of Attorney General Josh Stein's Dogwood Award. The awards were presented last week by Stein to 11 North Carolinians who are dedicated to keeping people safe, healthy and happy in their communities. The 11 honored last week have worked tirelessly to confront the opioid crisis. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, November 29, 2017 11:39 pm
3644.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS Sunday was really a beautiful day. We had a good attendance at Beulah also. There were several of our members who were out with medical problems but we pray they will soon be doing better and back with us. Ellen Walker broke her leg last week and will have surgery on Tuesday to put it in a cast. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, February 1, 2011 10:42 pm
3645.	Northern stopped in league WILSON -- Northern Nash took powerhouse Wilson Fike to four games last Tuesday but was still defeated in a key Big East Conference volleyball matchup.Northern, which finished in third place in the league, fell 25-6, 25-8, 23-25 and 25-21 to the Golden Demons.Shelby Godwin delivered six service points for the Lady Knights, including a quartet of aces. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, October 15, 2013 11:16 pm
3646.	COUNTY LINE RACEWAY RESULTS ELM CITY -- Listed are last weekend's results from action at County Line Raceway: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, June 29, 2016 10:38 pm
3647.	UDC Bethel Heroes visit burial ground of Confederate soldiers Nine local Bethel Heroes Chapter 636 members made a trip to Weldon, NC to visit the Confederate Soldiers’ Burying Ground Cemetery and to pay honor to the men buried there between 1861-1865 for their service.During the War Between the States, confederate soldiers were transported through out the South via the railroads that passed through Weldon, NC. HELEN SHARPE / Published Tuesday, April 16, 2013 10:56 pm
3648.	RED OAK NEWS The children and chaperones had a great time at Camp Caraway last week. There were 23 children with nine chaperones who attended the missions camp. Activities included missionary, Bible study, music, recreation, and more.Red Oak Baptist Church will have a Backpack Giveaway on Saturday, August 2 at 8:30 a.m. Backpacks will be filled with school supplies.Merry Christmas in August! Christmas in August is a missions project of Woman's Missionary Union (WMU) in partnership with the North American Mission Board. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, July 30, 2025 10:10 pm
3649.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS JULY 16-20 Nash County Planning and Inspections issued the following building permits from July 16 through 20. Published Wednesday, July 25, 2018 10:56 pm
3650.	Chamber seeks Citizen of the Year nominations The Nashville Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for this year’s Distinguished Citizen.According to Chamber President Elaine Corbett nominees do not have to be a chamber member nor does the nominating individual or group. The nominee should be a citizen or business person from the Nashville area and should be a person who strives to make our community a better place for all. Published Tuesday, February 4, 2014 10:51 pm
3651.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Wildflower Way, LLC to Michael P. Murphy and Lorri M. Murphy; 2.661 acres in Red Oak Township D.R. Horton, Inc. to Joshua Sao Joao and Katherine Rose Riegel; Saddlebrook Subdivision, Phase 1-B, Lot 51Little Bear Creek Properties B, LLC to Foundation Home Builders, LLC; Stallings Grove, Lots 17-20Edward Keith Floyd and Jennifer W. Floyd to Taira Homes, LLC; 835 Western Avenue, Rocky Mount; $56,000 Published Wednesday, September 17, 2025 10:25 pm
3652.	Ephesus Community News Happy Thanksgiving to all God’s people and How to Observe Thanksgiving. Count your blessings instead of your crosses; Count your gains instead of your losses. Count your joys instead of your woes; Count your friends instead of your foes. Count your smiles instead of your tears; Count your courage instead of your fears; Count your full years instead of your lean; Count your kind deeds instead of your mean. Count your health instead of your wealth; count on God instead of yourself. LOTTIE LOU DICKENS / Published Tuesday, November 25, 2008 11:23 pm
3653.	NASH COUNTY PERMITS - OCTOBER 19-23 Building Permit (Commercial) Luz Angelica Zarate; 402 W Nash Street; renovation/alteration; $6,000Alan Winkler; 10/21/20; 6833 S NC 58; miscellaneous; $77,000 Published Wednesday, November 4, 2020 10:23 pm
3654.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A breaking and entering was reported on 7/13/15 at 11767 Old Raleigh Wilson RoadA felony larceny was reported on 7/13/15 at 4516 S NC 58 A larceny of a firearm and breaking, entering and larceny was reported on 7/14/15 at 15772 Old Smithfield RoadA breaking, entering and larceny was reported on 7/14/15 at 15816 Old Smithfield Road Published Wednesday, July 22, 2015 10:52 pm
3655.	EMILY TURNER ROSE Published Monday, October 29, 2018 4:09 pm
3656.	Alwyn "Ray" Dixon Published Monday, May 29, 2017 2:13 pm
3657.	Collie resigns as SN’s golf coach STANHOPE -- Scott Collie’s successful run as the Southern Nash High School boys golf coach came to an end recently when he submitted his resignation.Collie will remain at SNHS in a teaching capacity, but wanted to spend more time next spring watching his daughter, Elisabeth, play softball. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, June 17, 2014 11:04 pm
3658.	KATIE DENTON SAVAGE TARBORO - Katie Denton Savage, 81, passed away April 5, 2014. She was born on November 10, 1932. She was the daughter of the late Floyd Benjamin Denton and Carrie Lee Baines. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Mack Barnes, her second husband, Aldine Thorne and her third husband, William “Bill” Savage; and her mother-in-law, Nancy Whitley Barnes. Published Tuesday, April 8, 2014 11:08 pm
3659.	GREAT DAYS AHEAD STANHOPE -- This isn't necessarily the greatest year to have a young, inexperienced volleyball team -- but that's the challenge Melanie Hicks faces as she enters her fifth campaign in charge of the Southern Nash High School spike program.Thanks to an influx of talent from the middle school level, Hicks is blessed with a whopping 10 ninth-graders in her program this season. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Thursday, November 12, 2020 11:38 am
3660.	JAMES ARRINGTON ROCKY MOUNT – James Walter "Shorty" Arrington, 86, died Tuesday, June 27, 2006. He was born May 17, 1920 in Edgecombe County, son of the late Joseph Carter Arrington and Cleo Moore Barnes Arrington. He was preceded in death by one son, Thomas Wesley Arrington, one granddaughter, Andrea Lamb, three brothers, Earnest, Leroy and Fred Arrington, and two sisters, Betty Robbins and Shirley DeBow. Published Tuesday, July 4, 2006 9:14 am
3661.	BESSIE C. OLIVER Bessie C. Oliver, the middle daughter of the late Van Buren and Emma Poland Catlett, died Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at the age of 90. She was born in Nash County on December 5, 1924. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Raymond Ford Turner, Sr.; her second husband, Oliver Percy Walker (Billy); sisters, Aletha Catlett Skinner and Lessie Catlett Russ; and two infant sisters. Staff / Published Wednesday, April 22, 2015 10:47 pm
3662.	Suspect still at large after chase A Middlesex man who Nash County authorities said fled from them on Sunday is still at large.Nashville Police Department Chief J.T. Winstead said around 9 p.m. on August 21 an officer was patrolling the town when they noticed a vehicle with West Virginia tags that was involved in an ongoing investigation of counterfeit cash. KENDRA JONES, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, August 24, 2022 11:02 pm
3663.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS Larceny after breaking and entering reported at 10476 Camp Charles Rd, Bailey on 12/03/21Resisting arrest/hinder and delay and warrant service reported at 11465 Hedgepeth Rd, Castalia on 11/28/21Damage to real property reported at 119 E NC 97, Wilson on 12/03/21 Published Wednesday, December 8, 2021 10:09 pm
3664.	SN’s Leon selected to squad GREENSBORO -- Southern Nash High School’s Carlos Leon will make history this summer as the first-ever Firebird to take part in the East-West All-Star Soccer Game. Leon, who helped lead the Firebirds to the Elite Eight of the Class 3-A State Playoffs last fall, has been selected for the prestigious honor. Earlier, Leon, a defender, earned All-State honors from the North Carolina Soccer Coaches Association. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, March 19, 2013 11:26 pm
3665.	4-H Meat Animal Show and Sale The 72nd Annual Eastern Carolina 4-H Meat Animal Show was held April 7 and 8 in Tarboro with over 200 4-Hers participating in the various shows. 4-Hers from Nash, Edgecombe and Halifax Counties come out each year to participate in the annual event. Mark Hucks, Agricultural Extension Agent for Nash County, said the number one goal of the show and sale is to teach the youth life skills. Hucks said Jim Butler, a former Extension Livestock Specialist who continued helping 4-Hers even after his retirement, said it best. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, April 22, 2009 12:50 am
3666.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS The Peachtree Baptist Church Congregation and friends met last Sunday bringing to an end a very busy week.The Sanctuary flower arrangement Sunday was presented to glorify God by Susan and Lawrence Edwards in loving memory of Karen Edwards, Tom and Thomas Moorefield. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, February 27, 2019 10:32 pm
3667.	THOMAS MELTON “TOM” CORBETT NASHVILLE - Mr. Tom went home on Monday July 23rd with his children and grandchildren by his side. He was born on February 7, 1919 in Echlos County Georgia. He was the son of Thomas Jefferson and Katie I. Corbett. Published Wednesday, July 25, 2007 12:08 am
3668.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPORTS An assault on a female was reported on 4/21/14 at 4908 Dogwood DriveAn assault on a female was reported on 4/21/14 at 4534 W Castalia RoadAn assault on a female was reported on 4/21/14 at 8909 School StreetA narcotics violation was reported on 4/21/14 at W US 64 and Winstead Avenue Published Tuesday, April 29, 2014 11:25 pm
3669.	Back to school hits a little differently this time around For the first time since 2004, Kristi and I will not be sending a young, pliable mind off to a K-12 classroom. It's an odd feeling and I'm not sure how I feel about this new life stage. Optimism is in the air, sort of like the first week of baseball season, when everyone feels like they have a chance to win the World Series. But then the reality sets in that they are the Colorado Rockies and after three weeks it's still hot and there are 165 more days left in the season and victory seems long out of reach. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, August 13, 2025 10:26 pm
3670.	Spring Hope Elementary School Honor Rolls Spring Hope Elementary School has announced its fourth nine weeks honor roll. Published Wednesday, July 26, 2023 10:16 pm
3671.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Anchored NE, LLC to Brent William Inners and Coleen Eileen Lengle; Section 1, J Claude Mayo, Jr. Subdivision, Block A, Lot 7; $231,000Michael Mosley and Melba Y Mosley to Michael Mosley, Melba Y. Mosley and Mashanda Mosley; 1633 Shamrock Lane, Rocky MountLinda Earp Herron, Kevin Wesley Earp and Margie Belinda Earp to Chandlor Byrd and Nancy Byrd; 1.12 acres and 1.06 acresSherwood Neal Joyner and Karen J. Joyner to Allyssa Joyner Taylor and Joel Spencer Taylor; Lot 4, Prim Branch Lane Published Wednesday, September 3, 2025 10:23 pm
3672.	THE FINAL TURN NASHVILLE -- The Nash-Halifax Swim League summer season is now four weeks old, which means the campaign has officially reached its homestretch.With that in mind, clubs are busy doing their final tinkerings toward a top performance at the annual N-SHL Championships, which will be held July 29 at the Harrison Family YMCA.That will be an important day for the Nash Rec Sharks, who saw their long-time dynasty come to a close last year when Roanoke Valley claimed the league crown. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, July 12, 2017 10:25 pm
3673.	Dunn Center at Wesleyan receives grant for makeover The Dunn Center at North Carolina Wesleyan University has been the recipient of multiple grants that will allow for the renovation of various spaces in the facility. The Dunn Center opened in 1996 with many of the spaces still in their original form. The DeLeon Carter Foundation has donated $14,000 for the renovation of the Sweatt Courtyard, located adjacent to the Carlton Board Room. Published Wednesday, February 15, 2023 10:33 pm
3674.	Relay for Life is this weekend Well it’s getting close to the end of April which means two things. One, May is almost here and two, it’s Relay time! Yep, Relay for Life is this weekend and as usual, it’s going to be a huge event. I attended the Relay Survivor Dinner on Monday night and as always, it was such an inspiring event. It’s an honor to be able to be around so many survivors. Amanda Clark / Published Tuesday, April 20, 2010 11:08 pm
3675.	Nash 4-H team wins Hippology contest Nash County youth recently returned from Greensboro with a first place win in the NC 4-H Hippology Contest. Nash County’s Junior Hippology Team won first place at the district competition and then went on to win at the state competition on March 3 at A&T University in Greensboro. Published Wednesday, April 18, 2012 12:12 am
3676.	Stoney Creek Sewer Outfall Project nears completion The Town of Nashville is getting closer to completing the largest infrastructure project in town history. Work is slowly wrapping up on the Stoney Creek Sewer Outfall Project. Ground was broke on the project in July 2017 and is anticipated to be completed no later than July 31. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 25, 2018 10:58 pm
3677.	Nashville Graphic honored for 130 years of service NASHVILLE - The Nashville Graphic was honored in double presentations this month by the Town of Nashville and Nash County on the occasion of its 130 year anniversary of local journalism.NASHVILLE TOWN COUNCILA mayoral proclamation, shared history with a 'show and tell' of 1800's letters, the playing of a blues-style original radio-style commercial and a sunflower cake were part of a 'birthday' celebration for The Nashville Graphic, at the August 4 Nashville town council meeting. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, August 13, 2025 10:26 pm
3678.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Kaitlin Anne Pericak to Zoe Smith; 4770 Gardenia Circle, Rocky Mount; $198,500 Melinda Moss Tyson to James Robert Hazlitt; 4025 Old Bailey Highway, Spring HopeDuhamelle Joseph-Agnant, Duhamelle Joseph Agnant, Marcel H. Agnant, Farrsh Joseph and Richard Joseph to Bryan Joseph-Dickens and Bryan Joseph Dickens; 1030 Lafayette Avenue, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, August 7, 2024 10:30 pm
3679.	No, I’m not sick or drugged, just a parent of three I don’t know why people say the things they say sometimes. After all, I’ve walked into groups of people recently, said “Hey,” and gotten these three responses: 1. “Wow, Mike, you’re really getting some gray [hair] there, aren’t you?” 2. “Hey, I’m liking the salt-and-pepper look there.” 3. “Dude, you look tired. Are you sick? I mean, you really look tired.” Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, July 29, 2008 10:52 pm
3680.	Nashville Elementary students receive fitness awards One hundred and thirty-two physically fit students at Nashville Elementary School recently received awards for staying in shape. Third thru fifth graders were recognized for their efforts, some with the President's Fitness Award and others with the National Fitness Award; 16 were President's Fitness winners and 116 were National Fitness winners. Numbers are up from last year with the addition of the flexed arm hang in lieu of pull-ups. Pull-ups are still required for the top prize - President's Fitness Award. Published Tuesday, March 13, 2007 11:02 pm
3681.	Harry Lee McKeel, Sr. Published Friday, September 15, 2017 11:06 am
3682.	NASH CO. PARKS SOCCER RESULTS NASH COUNTY -- Listed are updated results from the Nash County Parks and Recreation Department Spring Soccer Season: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, May 1, 2013 8:35 am
3683.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A breaking, entering and larceny was reported on 10/1/17 at 11195 Davis Worrell RoadA criminal damage to property was reported on 10/1/17 at 2260 Tom George RoadA misdemeanor possession of a schedule VI controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia was reported on 10/1/17 at 7809 Strickland Road Published Wednesday, October 11, 2017 10:20 pm
3684.	Life, sometimes, has plans of its own On Thursday night, December 20, I wrapped up the things I needed to do here at The Graphic and headed home to prepare for the arrival of my little boy. As I left that night, I was quite pleased with everything I was able to get done here at the office so that things wouldn’t be quite as hectic with both Jo Anne and I out at the same time. Amanda Clark / Published Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:03 pm
3685.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Terry Christopher Oliver to Edwardsone, LLC; 813 Burton Street, Rocky MountMickey Harrison, Mickey Darnell Harrison and Kristal Harrison to Emanuel Reyes Perez and Adela Del Carmen Hernandez Sosa; property in Nash County Arthur C. Deming III and Sharon L. Deming to Anthony David Schoenleber and Victoria Forrest Schoenleber; 5441 Lochmere Bay Drive, Rocky MountAchankeng Afiadata and Carine Afiadata to Haven Hannah Real Estate Rental, LLC; 105 Greenbank Court, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, June 25, 2025 10:02 pm
3686.	Red Oak Middle announces honor roll students The following students made at Red Oak Middle School made the A or the A/B Honor Rolls for the latest reporting period. Published Wednesday, January 6, 2016 10:51 pm
3687.	There's a legit reason we're a little short on change The effects of COVID-19 continue to wreak havoc on everyone, and now the shortage of coin circulation seems to be causing panic in some areas and a bit of short-sighted customer service at some big-box stores.A loyal reader stopped by the office today to show me his receipt from a big box store where he purchased three items and attempted to pay with cash. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, July 15, 2020 10:36 pm
3688.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS Attention – This Friday night, Nov. 4, from 5-8 p.m., we hope to see you at our monthly fish fry, at Beulah Church of Christ Annex on Reges Road. We look forward to sharing good fellowship and good food with you. The following week-end there will be another special event at the Beulah Church of Christ. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Wednesday, November 2, 2011 12:36 am
3689.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS Last week in the Beulah News I asked my readers to please send me news they would like to be included. I was really pleased to hear from a member of the Daniels family, Ethel “Doodle” Daniels. She was married to the late Earl Daniels who came from a large family from the Beulah Community. Everyone who was a part of the Beulah Community growing up has special memories of that family. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, April 1, 2014 10:52 pm
3690.	NCC employees contribute to campaign dedicated to student scholarships For the third year in a row, 100 percent of Nash Community College faculty and staff contributed to the employee campaign raising scholarship funds for deserving students. More than $34,000 was raised during this year's campaign."I am constantly amazed by the outpouring of support this campus receives from our faculty and staff," Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Foundation Executive Director Pam Ballew said. Published Wednesday, December 19, 2018 10:45 pm
3691.	4-H, library, revitalization and more I got an unexpected treat on Saturday, my first chance to attend a Nash County 4-H event, the 2nd Annual Gala held at the Ag Center in Nashville. There was food, honorees, a silent auction that raised thousands of dollars and high level entertainment — from children through professional level. It was nice to see so many folks in attendance as supporters, but what blew my mind was how first-class the affair was and how many folks work so hard to make 4-H a great place for youth. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, October 6, 2009 11:13 pm
3692.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS FOR JANUARY 16-20 BUILDING PERMIT (RESIDENTIAL) Luke Fortner; 9100 Byron Court; new single family; $250,000Luke Fortner; 9122 Byron Court; new single family; $250,000 Published Wednesday, January 25, 2023 10:28 pm
3693.	Local woman celebrates 100th birthday Jeanne Soltis, who turned 100 recently, attributes all of her accomplishments and long life to her strong faith.Jeanne was born on June 2, 1921 in Canada. Her family moved to Vermont in 1929. She attended high school in New Hampshire and her graduating class consisted of eight members. JO ANNE COOPER, GRAPHIC PUBLISHER / Published Wednesday, June 16, 2021 10:18 pm
3694.	O.D. Moore Scholarship Foundation holds annual golf tournament The 5th Annual O.D. Moore Scholarship Foundation Golf Tournament will be held May 23, 2014 at the Belmont Lake Golf Club in Rocky Mount. This event is designed to provide critical financial assistance to deserving college bound students and is the major fundraiser for the scholarship program. Registration begins at 8 a.m., shotgun starts at 9 am, followed by lunch and an awards ceremony. Published Wednesday, May 7, 2014 12:40 am
3695.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS Warrant service reported at 100 N. Boddie St., Nashville on 6/19/24Damage to personal property reported at 11379 Old US 64, Spring Hope on 6/20/24Assault/strangulation reported at 1235 Poplar Creek Rd., Nashville on 6/21/24Child abuse, felony reported at 1447 New Castle Ct., Rocky Mount on 6/16/24 Published Wednesday, July 3, 2024 10:48 am
3696.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A driving while intoxicated was reported on 8/27/17 at N Halifax Road and Joe Ellen RoadA larceny of a firearm was reported on 8/27/17 at 2523 N Browntown RoadA damage to vehicle was reported on 8/27/17 on US 64 Eastbound at the 450 mile marker Published Wednesday, September 6, 2017 10:26 pm
3697.	DONALD GARY GLISSON Donald Gary Glisson, 81, passed away April 28, 2009. He was born August 31, 1927 in Girard, Georgia. He was the son of the late, Duncan and Leona Meyers Glisson Published Wednesday, April 29, 2009 11:39 am
3698.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Saturday evening’s dinner and talent show was a huge success. As always Peachtree cooks furnished a bountiful meal. The church hostesses served it in their gracious way. The talent show, coordinated by Lynn Griffin, was a roaring success. Talent acts ranged from an improvisation of Louis Armstrong, by the Pastor, dressed in a tux, to the reading of his original poetry by Jerry Perry. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, March 15, 2011 11:06 pm
3699.	Red Oak Elementary School Honor Rolls EDITOR'S NOTE:Nash County Public Schools released its honor roll lists excluding students who have not returned their model release forms. Published Tuesday, November 25, 2025 6:20 pm
3700.	Nashville aims to add sidewalks The Town of Nashville is requesting assistance from North Carolina legislatures to help with funding for part of the town's sidewalk project.The proposed project would provide sidewalk from First Street Extension all the way to Wal-Mart on Eastern Avenue. Another part of the project will provide sidewalk on S. Alston Street from Circle Drive to Circle Drive. At the town council's regular meeting earlier this month, Planning Director Brian Hassell told council members the projet had come in over budget. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, July 29, 2015 10:47 pm