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| 3701. | NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS
A simple assault was reported on 7/14/19 at 2557 Wintergreen RoadA breaking, entering and larceny was reported on 7/14/19 at 3914 Taylors Gin Road A felony larceny was reported on 7/14/19 at 5336 W Castalia Road
Published Wednesday, July 24, 2019 10:52 pm
| | 3702. |  Baseball is back and so is spring
We had frost and just a few days later, we hit the 80s on the thermometer.That means it is spring in North Carolina.Spring means lots of good things: strawberries will be ready soon, crops are going in the field, the school year's days are numbered, vacations are on the horizon and baseball is back.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, April 14, 2021 10:39 pm
| | 3703. | Ephesus Community News
On Wed., March 4, we had our monthly fellowship meal and business meeting. There was a good turnout for this meal and meeting. We were reminded by the Pastor Search Committee that Rev. David Eidson would be presenting a trial sermon on Sun., March 15, at 11 a.m. The date for voting of the church to extend the call will be on Sun., March 29, after the 11 a.m. service.
DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, March 10, 2009 10:04 pm
| | 3704. |  Southern Salutes Winter Athletes
STANHOPE -- Southern Nash High School recently hosted its 2014-15 Winter Awards Ceremony on the SNHS campus.Honorees from the event were as follows, by sport:
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, March 25, 2015 10:43 pm
| | 3705. | NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS
David Brantley and Sons, Inc. to Axel Vinico Salazar Cristales and Rosa Elida Salazar; 2.03 acresJo Ellen Lane Ewing to Eric Wade Smith; Saddlebrook Subdivision, Phase 1-B, Lot 107William Michael Griffin and Rebecca Griffin to Mirna Guadalupe Alvarado; .50 of an acre and .15 of an acreRandy C. Flowers and Angela H. Flowers to Brandi Ezzell and Ann T. Ezzell; Lot 10
Published Wednesday, April 29, 2026 10:44 pm
| | 3706. | BPW hosts annual Opry
Dear Editor: As we finalize plans for the 2017 Nashville Opry, I feel a great pride in being a part of Nash County and the legacy of which I am privileged to be a part.On March 3, 2017 the Nashville Business and Professional Women in conjunction with the Nash Arts Center will host the Nashville Opry. Proceeds will go towards the Hazel Vantine Scholarship which is awarded annually to graduating high school seniors and working women returning to school to further their education
Letters / Published Wednesday, February 22, 2017 10:22 pm
| | 3707. |  Nashville Centenarian passes away just before turning 105
Nan Strickland would have celebrated her 105th birthday on Saturday, November 21. Instead, friends and family will be celebrating her homecoming in Heaven. Strickland passed away on Tuesday, November 17, just a few days shy of her 105th birthday. Strickland was a legend of sorts in Nashville, known for her love of gardening and feeding others, her generous spirit and her infectious smile.
AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, November 18, 2020 10:37 pm
| | 3708. |  Judge Cooper to speak at chamber's award event
Nashville's Chamber of Commerce will announce its Distinguished Citizen and Junior Achievement Award recipients next Thursday at its annual Distinguished Citizen Reception. District Court Judge and Nashville native Pell Cooper will serve as the guest speaker for the event.
AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 27, 2019 10:32 pm
| | 3709. | NORMAN ANDRE WHITLEY
Norman Andre Whitley, age 72, of Rocky Mount, passed away Monday, February 2, 2015. Born February 14, 1942 in Wilson County, he was the son of the late Eddie Thomas Whitley and Bessie Griffin Whitley. In addition to his parents, Norman is predeceased by his daughter, Catherine Elizabeth Whitley; sisters, Esther W. Wiggins, Virginia W. Balkeum, Frances W. Edwards and Margaret W. Martin; and brothers, Clyde Whitley, David Whitley and Harvey Whitley.
Published Wednesday, February 4, 2015 10:57 pm
| | 3710. | Spring Hope Elementary School Honor Rolls
Nash County Public Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the first grading period of the 2021 -2022 school year. The following students at Spring Hope Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll.
Published Wednesday, November 24, 2021 9:16 pm
| | 3711. | NASH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPORTS
A larceny of a motor vehicle was reported on 8/27/12 at 7389 Cedar Grove School Loop Road A lost/stolen firearm was reported on 8/27/12 at 2756 Big Jim Road A breaking, entering and larceny of a storage building was reported on 8/27/12 at 12500 Lee Road A breaking, entering and larceny of a motor vehicle was reported on 8/27/12 at 827 Tressell Loop Road
Published Tuesday, September 4, 2012 11:16 pm
| | 3712. |  Columbiettes organized to assist Knights of Columbus
The Columbiette Auxiliary of Father James Schomber Knights of Columbus Council #4600 has been organized at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church under the leadership and hard work of Cherie Meyer. The idea of a ladies organization to work with the Knights of Columbus was conceived by Monsignor J. Francis McIntyre in 1939.
Published Tuesday, October 9, 2012 10:52 pm
| | 3713. |  AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS
No Aventon News this week, just thoughts.Old habits die hard! That statement slapped me in the face this morning. When I got out of bed, I found myself turning the oven on to take the chill off my new house. Man, it was cold and I needed a sweater and socks to watch the news. Hot cup of coffee in hand and sitting under the afghan, it hit me. JoJo, all you need to do is flip the switch for heat.
JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, October 12, 2016 11:21 pm
| | 3714. |  Mudcats roll past Suns
ZEBULON -- Jake Kahaulelio had three hits, while Luis Terrero and Chris Denove drove in two runs apiece to lead the Carolina Mudcats to an 8-5 win over the Jacksonville Suns in the finale of a five-game series on Sunday afternoon at Five County Stadium in a Class AA Southern League baseball showdown.
Carolina (18-18) scored the first in the first inning against former Florida Marlin, Andrew Miller (L 1-6).
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, August 4, 2010 9:02 am
| | 3715. | Economic impact of NC agriculture jumps to $111.1 billion
RALEIGH - The economic impact of North Carolina's agriculture and agribusiness industry jumped to $111.1 billion, posting a second straight year of strong growth at nearly $8 billion Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler announced last week."With last year's increase of $10 billion, that represents over $18 billion in growth since 2022 when we were coming out of a pandemic and some challenging economic times," Troxler said at the opening of the 2024 Got to Be NC Festival.
Published Wednesday, May 22, 2024 10:18 pm
| | 3716. |  BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS
I hope everyone enjoyed the holiday on the 4th. I didn’t attend the events at Castalia this year but I hear it was really nice (as always). They always do a lot of preparation and hard work and we want to thank everyone who makes it happen. I hear they are going to do a lot of new things in planning the park there. When I ride by I really miss seeing the old barn that had the beautiful U.S. flag painted on the side.
WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, July 8, 2014 11:07 pm
| | 3717. |  A Mat Moment
NASH COUNTY -- With the dual meet portion of the season over, Nash County prep wrestlers are now focusing their attentions on the individual postseason -- a swing that began Jan. 20 with the Big East Championships at Rocky Mount.County performers fared well at that event and hope for more success this Friday and Saturday at the Class 3-A East Regional Tournament, which will be held at Corinth Holders High School in Wendell.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, February 10, 2016 11:08 pm
| | 3718. | Dancing with the Arts is Friday
The Fifth Annual Dancing with the Arts competition is set to take place on Friday, February 23 at Nash Arts. Eight local residents will take to the stage to compete for the dancing title. This year's competition is a bit different than in year's past, said Shelly Gray, Nash Arts Director.
AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 21, 2018 10:33 pm
| | 3719. | ANNIE GAY DICKINSON BASS
Annie Gay Dickinson Bass, 82, passed away, Wednesday, May 14, 2008. She was born February 27, 1926 in Nash County. She was the daughter of the late James and Cornelia Pridgen Dickinson. Annie Gay was a member of Momeyer Baptist Church. She loved her family and traveling. She especially enjoyed working in her yard. She was preceded in death by her husband, Milton C. Bass, grandson, Reagan Moss, granddaughter, Jessica Bass, two brothers and two sisters.
Published Tuesday, May 20, 2008 10:39 pm
| | 3720. | RED OAK MIDDLE SCHOOL HONOR ROLLS
Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the third semester of the 2016-2017 school year.The following students at Red Oak Middle School made the A or A/B Honor Roll.
Published Wednesday, May 24, 2017 10:31 pm
| | 3721. |  Eagle Scout gives back to UNC Burn Center
Do you remember where you spent the month of May when you were five years old? For Lucas Moore that is easy -- he spent it in the UNC Burn Center ICU with 80% of his body burned from a kitchen accident. It has been 10 years since that day, and now, over 40 surgeries later, the memories of that event are still with Lucas and his family. Rather than looking at the situation as an insurmountable problem, he embraced his life and found a way to give back to the community that saved his life.
Published Wednesday, May 17, 2017 11:36 pm
| | 3722. |  Child abuse victims are remembered
Being a good neighbor is the best way to combat child abuse. That’s the message sent to attendants of the annual Prevent Child Abuse Ceremony on April 30, sponsored each year by the Nash County Department of Social Services.
Chris Battle, who serves as the Executive Director of United Community Ministries, told those in attendance that there were several reasons to be a good neighbor. Ultimately, Battle said if everyone worked hard to be a better neighbor, the number of child abuse victims would be lessened.
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, May 12, 2009 10:54 pm
| | 3723. | Turner stars for Nats
HOUSTON, TEX. -- Former North Carolina State University baseball player Trea Turner and the Washington Nationals are the World Series champions. It is the first championship in 95 years for the city of Washington, as it defeated the Houston Astros, 3-2, in a seven-game series (last was the Senators in 1924).
Staff Reports / Published Thursday, November 7, 2019 12:02 am
| | 3724. | NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS
A simple assault was reported on 7/21/19 at 6199 Race Track RoadA breaking and entering a motor vehicle and larceny after a breaking and entering was reported on 7/21/19 at US 264 Wesbound A larceny of a credit card was reported on 7/21/19 at 1711 W Hornes Church Road
Published Wednesday, July 31, 2019 10:48 pm
| | 3725. |  SANDY CROSS NEWS
Sandy Cross News (for publication in the January 2 issue)Christian Fellowship Church had their final 2019 Wednesday night Bible study service on 12/18 with the continuing message theme "The Gift."CFC Fusion Youth had their Christmas party on 12/18 with lots of snacks and fun games.
EMILY SILLS / Published Wednesday, January 1, 2020 10:02 pm
| | 3726. | Princess of Nash County Pageant set for Sunday
Sixteen girls will compete in the First Annual Princess of Nash County Pageant Sunday, March 18 at Birchwood Country Club.
The pageant will begin at 2:00 p.m. Entry is $5.00.
By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, March 13, 2007 11:02 pm
| | 3727. |  Communities and friends will dearly miss James Finch
Last week’s passing of Mr. James Finch, owner of James Finch Chevrolet in Bailey and LBJ Chevrolet-Buick in Nashville, was sad news to many people in Nash County, Wilson County, and Franklin County.
Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, October 9, 2007 11:04 pm
| | 3728. | Historic commission should be voted by the people, not council
Dear Editor: Reference the proposed establishment of an historic preservation commission (HPC), we live in the target area and wish to add our vote in opposition of this initiative for the following, not all-inclusive, reasons (quotes and people cited are from the article in The Nashville Graphic):The initiative to create another level of unnecessary bureaucracy is not driven by what residents are doing to their homes.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR / Published Wednesday, February 11, 2026 10:35 pm
| | 3729. | Southern Nash High School announces honor rolls
SNHS PRINCIPAL’S LISTThe following Southern Nash High School students achieved the Principals List for the recent grading period.
Published Tuesday, November 5, 2013 11:10 pm
| | 3730. | NASH CO. PARKS AND REC RESULTS
NASH COUNTY -- Here are updates game results from the Nash County Parks and Recreation Department:
Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, June 7, 2011 10:55 pm
| | 3731. | 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
| | 3732. |  Moseley, Elfaysal wed
Lori Jean Moseley and Hassan Marwan Elfaysal were married Sunday, Sept. 4, 2011 at St. Andrews By-the-Sea, in Nags Head. The officiating minister for the 5 p.m. ceremony was the Rev. Phillip Glick. The bride is the daughter of Woody and Jane Moseley of Red Oak. The groom’s parents are Marwan and Maria Elfaysal of Rocky Mount.
Published Tuesday, November 22, 2011 10:58 pm
| | 3733. | Nashville Chamber seeks Distinguished Citizen
The Nashville Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for this year's Distinguished Citizen.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.The winner of this award will be honored at the annual awards ceremony on March 3, 2015 at the Nash Arts Center in downtown Nashville.
Published Wednesday, February 3, 2016 10:54 pm
| | 3734. | Reader responds to column
Dear Editor: I don't get the point of the Soapbox column, "Maybe we are pledging allegiance to the wrong thing."How's that again?Of course Americans pledge allegiance to the flag. It's the symbol of the country. That flag goes before U.S. troops venturing into harm's way.
LETTER / Published Wednesday, June 29, 2022 10:28 pm
| | 3735. | COUNTY LINE RACE RESULTS
ELM CITY -- Listed are the results from June 11 action at County Line Raceway:
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, June 22, 2016 11:21 pm
| | 3736. |  RED OAK NEWS
The sounds of laughter and Christmas carols filled the North Roanoke Baptist Association office on Saturday, Nov. 17! Children and youth from West Edgecombe, West Mount, Sunset Avenue, and Rock Creek Baptist Churches along with leaders and members of the WMU Associational Leadership Team joined together to construct and pack 400 “Red Boxes” for the women at Fountain Correctional Center.
SUZY PEARCE / Published Tuesday, November 27, 2012 11:28 pm
| | 3737. |  Local barber celebrates 100th
Willard Inscoe just celebrated a birthday milestone but said he's holding out for an even bigger one. "He invited us to his 200th birthday," Anthony Gagnon said his grandfather told everyone at his 100th birthday party. Inscoe turned 100 years old on October 20 and celebrated with around 100 friends and family at a party held at Rock Creek Baptist Church in Nashville. Inscoe said 100 isn't that big of a deal.
AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 28, 2015 10:54 pm
| | 3738. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
A message from Pastor Gene Whitehouse of Peachtree Baptist Church. On March 23, I used 2 Chronicles 7, verse 14: "If My people who are called by My name humble themselves, pray and seek My face, and turn from their evil ways, then I will hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land" (2 Chron. 7:14).
FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, June 3, 2020 10:44 pm
| | 3739. | School board needs to rethink grading policy
Last week, we reported that Nash-Rocky Mount School system's graduation rate is 8 percent lower than the state average. Only 60 percent of the 2002-03 ninth graders graduated with their classmates last year, 952 students out of 1,583. In effort to prevent dropouts and retain students, the school system implemented a new grading policy in its high schools three years ago, and has begun using the new method in its middle schools this year.
by jo anne cooper / Published Wednesday, April 4, 2007 3:34 am
| | 3740. | Ebenezer to celebrate 75 years
Ebenezer Pentecostal Holiness Church in Nashville will celebrate 75 years this Sunday, December 5.
The name Ebenezer means ‘a rock of hope’ and continues to be the driving force of mission for the church. A place of ‘Hope’ for whosoever will come.
Published Tuesday, November 30, 2010 11:41 pm
| | 3741. |  Joyner to serve on Carolinas Food Industry Council Board of Directors
Nashville’s Cliff Joyner, of Joyner’s Supermarket in Freemont, was elected to serve on the 2010-2011 Board of Directors for the Carolinas Food Industry Council (CFIC). The formal announcement was made during the CFIC Sixth Annual Convention held July 22-24 at the Hilton Resort in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Published Tuesday, July 27, 2010 11:16 pm
| | 3742. | Early voting for 2nd primary has begun
Early voting began last Thursday for North Carolina’s second primary election. One-stop early voting will continue until July 14, with election day on July 17. The second primary will decide the winners of Republican or Democratic contests that weren’t determined by May’s primary elections.
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, July 3, 2012 10:34 pm
| | 3743. | Spring Hope Elementary School Honor Roles
Spring Hope Elementary School has announced its list of honor roll students for the third nine weeks.
Published Wednesday, April 19, 2023 11:11 pm
| | 3744. |  It’s Girl Scout Cookie Time!
Girl Scouts of the Nash-Rocky Mount District are hoping football fans will keep them in mind when they plan their Super Bowl parties this year. Super Bowl weekend is the weekend girl scouts will begin setting up booths throughout the county selling Girl Scout cookies.
This past weekend, a cookie rally was held at Nashville United Methodist Church so girls could get a jump start to their selling. Cookies officially began selling on January 9.
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, January 26, 2010 11:52 pm
| | 3745. |  NEW ERA AT NN
BUNN -- Few high school sports sights in Nash County will be more strange this fall than the Northern Nash volleyball bench -- without Patricia Haggerty pacing beside it.Haggerty coached at NN for over two decades before retiring as a Coach/Athletic Director at the close of the last school calendar year.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, August 29, 2018 10:49 pm
| | 3746. |  Lights of Love raises over $5,000 for Pediatric ER
While it may be cliché to say that all the darkness in the world cannot put out one single light, the glow of generosity and hope shone brightly on a dark, chilly evening in November during the 9th annual Lights of Love celebration, led by the Nash Health Care Volunteer Auxiliary. The event raised more than $5,000 toward the new Pediatric Emergency room, which is currently under construction on the campus of Nash Health Care.
Published Tuesday, December 4, 2012 11:35 pm
| | 3747. | EAST-WEST COACHING PICKS
GREENSBORO -- Here is the complete list of coaches for the 2013 North Carolina/South Carolina Basketball and East-West All-Star Games:
Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, August 7, 2012 11:31 pm
| | 3748. | JOHN HENRY RICHARDSON
NASHVILLE – John Henry Richardson died March 17, 2007. He was born September 11, 1919 in Nash County. son of the late Audrick E. and Claudia Lindsey, Richardson.He was preceded in death by two sisters: Ruby R. Goddard, and Pauline R. Turner, three brothers: Earl Richardson, Norman Richardson and T.J. Richardson.
Published Tuesday, March 27, 2007 11:15 pm
| | 3749. | HENRIETTA SIMON KEEFER (Feb. 5, 1924 – July 7, 2006)
Henrietta Simon Keefer, 82, passed away Friday, July 7, 2006. She was born February 5, 1924 in Erie, PA. She was the daughter of the late James and Jennie Glassman Simon. She was a member of Englewood Assembly of God. Henrietta was also a member of TOPS- Take Off Pounds Sensibly, and was very active in the life of the church. She graduated from Strong Vincent High School of Erie, PA. During World War II, she worked as a machinist and inspector with GE. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1998, C. Dayle Keefer.
Published Wednesday, July 12, 2006 2:56 am
| | 3750. |  Moore is Sheriff’s Employee of Year
The Nash County Sheriff’s Office surprised Lt. Eddie Moore at a recent meet and greet for Sheriff Dick Jenkins by presenting him with the first ever Joe Mercer Employee of the Year Award.
The award is named after Joe Mercer, who was with the Sheriff’s Office from 1975 until his retirement in 2000. Mercer served as a School Resource Officer at Northern Nash High School.
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, April 26, 2011 10:42 pm
| | 3751. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
The Peachtree Baptist Church Congregation met on a beautiful day last Sunday.The Sanctuary flower arrangement Sunday was presented to glorify God by Lynn and David Griffin in loving memory of Jonathan Kerby Griffin.
FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, January 23, 2019 10:46 pm
| | 3752. |  Local organization holds scholarship banquet
The Tar River Chapter of Les Gemmes, Incorporated, whose mission is committed to promoting positive influence within the local community by providing successful interactions, recently held a banquet celebration in memory of their deceased member, Nancy G. Joyner. The organization held its first Nancy G. Joyner Scholarship Banquet on Friday, September 25, 2009, six o’clock p.m. at the J. E. Thorne Family Life Center. The chapter named its scholarship in honor of Nancy G. Joyner simply because she exemplified a woman of enthusiasm, of love for children, and stressed the urgency of achieving an education above and beyond high school. Mrs. Joyner was an influential promoter of education in the Nash Rocky Mount area, and always encouraged and motivated children to study and be the best that they could be.
Published Tuesday, December 1, 2009 10:25 pm
| | 3753. |  It's been a retro kind of summer
The strangest thing came in the mail this week: a catalog for Montgomery Ward.I thought maybe the wrapper was a joke or a spoof or some kind of attention getter. After all, this place has been out of business for decades, right?The mailer accomplished its purpose. I flipped through it and then checked the internet.The company declared bankruptcy in the late 1990s and closed the last of its stores in 2001. That's where I got the idea that they had bitten the dust.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, August 14, 2024 10:13 pm
| | 3754. |  Log cabin finds new home
An 1880’s era log cabin found a new home on Saturday. The John Lee Whitley Log Cabin was moved from its location on US 64 Alternate to the Nash County Agriculture Center in Nashville after Whitley donated the home to the Nash County Master Gardners. The home will be used for educational purposes and is the latest addition to the Arboretum.
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, July 26, 2011 10:51 pm
| | 3755. |  Southern will host tryouts
STANHOPE -- Tryouts for the Powerade State Games Northeast Region Boys Soccer Team will be held this Saturday at the Southern Nash High School Soccer Complex.SN head coach John Matthews is in charge of the Northeast squad this season. The event will be held June 22-23 at Wingate University near Charlotte.
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, May 1, 2013 8:23 am
| | 3756. | JOHN DEAN BUNN JR. (Oct. 29, 1928 – March 27, 2007)
ROCKY MOUNT – John Dean Bunn Jr., 78, passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at Nash General Hospital. He was born in Nash County, Oct. 29, 1928 to the late John Dean Bunn Sr. and Estelle Price Bunn. John was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was a wonderful, open and loving friend to so very many.
Published Tuesday, April 10, 2007 11:40 pm
| | 3757. | DONALD SHERROD
SANDY CROSS– Donald Sherrod, 71, passed away Tuesday, November 17, 2009. He was born August 24, 1938 in Nash County, son of the late Hassell and Gracie Sherrod.
Published Wednesday, November 25, 2009 12:14 am
| | 3758. |  May is Foster Care Awareness Month
NASHVILLE- May is Foster Care Awareness Month, with Nash DSS workers, community partners, foster parents and one elected official gathering in front of the county administration building May 2nd to share fellowship and tie ribbons to trees, one for each of the 87 Nash County children currently in foster care. That number is up from 78 a year ago, with more than half of the children sent away to other counties, because there aren't enough places for them here. Forty-two local children are being fostered elsewhere, as far away as Mecklenburg, Cumberland, Guilford, New Hanover, Columbus and Durham counties.
NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 7, 2025 10:05 pm
| | 3759. | SALLIE STRUM VICK
Sallie Strum Vick, 80, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 30, 2015.
Published Monday, August 31, 2015 4:00 pm
| | 3760. |  SN salutes winter athletes
STANHOPE -- Southern Nash High School wrapped up a successful winter sports season recently by hosting an awards ceremony on the SNHS campus.The following Firebirds were presented with awards, by sport:
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, April 6, 2016 10:40 pm
| | 3761. | Southern Nash Middle School announces honor rolls
SIXTH GRADE - A HONOR ROLLAdeline Batchelor, Brandon Battle, Ny'Kaylah Best, Jordan Brantley, Collin Dew, Hunter Garcia, Blake Hager, Alexandra Hernandez, Anthony Jimenez Sosa, Landon Jones, Suliman Moharam, William Moore, Nolan Parsons, Carson Perryman, Gael Rangel-Sanchez, Caroline Riley, Makayla Skinner, Jimmy Suarez Alva, Addison Thompson and Michael Woodard
Published Wednesday, December 20, 2023 10:25 pm
| | 3762. | ECU Pirates secure sweep at Elon
ELON -- East Carolina University recorded a season-high 22 hits which included three home runs, two of them in grand style, en route to a 20-4 win completing the non-conference series sweep Sunday afternoon at Walter C. Latham Park in Alamance County.
The Pirates (13-6) extended their win streak in the series to 11-straight games and have now won 12 of the last 14 contests.
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, March 18, 2015 10:47 pm
| | 3763. | NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS APRIL 24-28
Nash County Planning and Inspections issued the following building permits from April 24 through 28.
Published Wednesday, May 3, 2017 10:28 pm
| | 3764. |  Warmer weather can only mean baseball
You remember that three day stretch when we were running the air conditioning in the morning and then switching back to heat right after supper?That's a sure sign spring is upon North Carolina. That means baseball is back, too. The major league season opens this week.I've loved baseball for as long as I can remember.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, March 27, 2024 10:12 pm
| | 3765. |  RED OAK NEWS
Kim and Josh Joslin and their children, Hayley and Matt, of Martinsville, Indiana spent Christmas weekend with Kim’s father, Ted and Janie Shanks and grandparents, Eileen and Roger Shanks. On Monday morning they motored over to Brevard, NC to visit Kim’s sister and brother-in-law, Angela and Kyle Wilson before returning to Indiana.
SUZY PEARCE / Published Tuesday, January 4, 2011 10:32 pm
| | 3766. |  Rowland named Oak Level Ruritan of the Year
The Oak Level Ruritan Club celebrated the holidays with its annual Volunteer Appreciation Banquet last Tuesday night. The event was originally slated for Monday, December 10 but was postponed due to the snow. Two members received the highest awards in Ruritan; the Ruritan of the Year and Tom Downing Fellow Award.
AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 26, 2018 10:47 pm
| | 3767. | Forest Resources issues burning ban for NC
North Carolina’s dry weather is causing more than just a drought for the state. Officials with the N.C. Division of Forest Resources recently enacted a burning ban to all North Carolina residents.
By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, August 28, 2007 11:22 pm
| | 3768. |  Pandolfi, internationally acclaimed pianist, to perform at Cherry Hill Plantation
Internationally acclaimed pianist Thomas Pandolfi will present a concert of the music of Frederick Chopin at Cherry Hill on Sunday, July 28th. The concert will begin at 3 p.m. and will be followed by a reception for attendees and the artist.Mr. Pandolfi, a great favorite of Cherry Hill audiences, will play etudes, ballads, polonaises, nocturnes, and other works by the beloved composer. Entitled "The Language of Infinity," the program promises to delight the audience.
Published Wednesday, July 24, 2024 10:26 pm
| | 3769. |  Attendance zone changes reviewed
The Student Reassignment Committee, which is working on redrawing all of Nash-Rocky Mount Schools (NRMS) attendance zones, reviewed three initial scenarios (one high, one middle, one elementary) with accompanying data at its meeting Monday night.
Michele A. Cruz, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, March 27, 2012 10:49 pm
| | 3770. |  Lewis reflects on his successful career and love for the camera
Charles “Chuck” Lewis’ office walls are filled with photographs of celebrities, politicians, athletes and his personal favorite, his wife, Jean. Each photo contains a memory for Lewis, as does each certificate and award hanging nearby. And for each photo that hangs on the wall, there are dozens more nearby, kept neatly stored in an album.
Lewis and his wife moved from Maryland to Nashville in August 2006. When they moved here, Lewis said it was the first time they had set foot in North Carolina. But today, they call Nashville home.
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, February 23, 2010 10:22 pm
| | 3771. | The Entertainment SCOOP
Nash Opera – “The Impresario” by W.A. Mozart will be presented at Nash Arts (100 E. Washington Street, Nashville) on Nov. 10th (3pm an 7pm) and Nov. 11th (3pm). Tickets are $12 (non members), $10 (members), and $5 (seniors and children 12 and under). Please call Nash Arts at (252) 459-4734 for tickets and questions.
Published Tuesday, November 6, 2007 10:58 pm
| | 3772. | Town adopts speed hump policy
Nashville's Town Council adopted a speed hump policy during their meeting last Tuesday night that will set criteria when placing the humps in neighborhoods.
By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, October 10, 2006 11:15 pm
| | 3773. | Lamar continues in wife’s fight against cancer
Wardlaw Lamar is hoping to pick up where his wife left off in the fight against cancer.
Lamar is working on a campaign to raise money for the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center for cancer research for all the people of North Carolina. Last year, thanks to the efforts of Lamar’s wife, Susan, over $100,000 was raised during Paws for a Cause, a dog walk and animal parade.
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, November 25, 2009 12:14 am
| | 3774. |  Bridge improvements should be high priority
Four accidents have occurred in the same spot at the bridge on Hwy 64 East at the NC 58 interchange, all involving tractor trailers, two of them were fatal.
According to a NC Department of Transportation Engineer, the bridge has been investigated and the DOT plans to make some improvements to the area such as widening and straightening out the shoulder and putting additional reflective markings to illuminate the bridge.
Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, December 18, 2007 11:14 pm
| | 3775. | Red Oak Middle Honor Rolls
Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the final semester of the 2015-2016 School Year. The following students at Red Oak Middle School made the A or A/B Honor Roll.
Published Wednesday, August 31, 2016 10:40 pm
| | 3776. | Nashville approves Wendy’s final plat
Nashville’s Planning Board held a special called meeting last Tuesday to approve a final plat for a property that could soon be the home of a Wendy’s restaurant. Nashville’s Town Council also met following the Planning Board meeting to approve the plat so the developer could move forward.
Though the land has not been sold to Wendy’s yet, Nashville Mayor Donald Street confirmed Wendy’s was trying to locate on a lot next to the ABC Board building on Eastern Avenue. The holdup has been due to access issues by the ABC Board. With the final plat approved, Street said the process can move forward.
By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, July 15, 2008 10:30 pm
| | 3777. |  Everyone deserves to be treated with respect
I walked to the counter to check in for one of several appointments I had on Monday at the hospital in Chapel Hill. One lady working was finishing a phone conversation, hung up, said, "That's no problem," to the person on the other end, and then whipped around to the lady preparing to help me.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, May 8, 2019 10:44 pm
| | 3778. |  Local helps homeless woman go back to school
A holiday meal has turned into an even bigger blessing for Sharon Bartley. Bartley hosted a Christmas feast for the hungry in Rocky Mount and ended up meeting someone whose life she wanted to help change. Bartley said the December 23 dinner turned out great and she was pleased she was able to make her dream of feeding the hungry a reality. "We had so much food," Bartley recalled of the dinner.
AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 2, 2016 10:58 pm
| | 3779. | NASH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE INCIDENT REPORTS
12/27/2012 - Injury to real property at 3962 Kaitlyn Dr. 12/27/2012–break/enter/larceny 11990 W. Old Spring Hope Rd. 12/27/2012 - found narcotics 220 W. Washington St. 12/28/2012 - larceny from construction site 2181 NC 231
Published Tuesday, January 8, 2013 10:59 pm
| | 3780. |  Rogers named assistant county manager
Nash Emergency Services Director Scott Rogers has been promoted to assistant county manager.Rogers said it was time for a change and he sought to expand the horizons within his career."I've been in emergency services now for a little over 30 years. That's really all I've ever done and it's just time for something a little bit different," he said.
KENDRA JONES, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 11, 2022 11:29 pm
| | 3781. | Louis "Jerome" Taylor
Published Tuesday, February 3, 2026 10:42 pm
| | 3782. | Duke K.I.D.S. Golf Tourney a Success
ROCKY MOUNT -- October 25 was an absolutely beautiful day for the annual Duke K.I.D.S. Golf Tournament. The event was held at Belmont Lake Golf Club and was sponsored by the West Mount Ruritan Club. Winners included the following:
Staff Reports / Published Thursday, November 7, 2019 12:02 am
| | 3783. |  Hornets Open With Enfield
NASHVILLE -- Nashville’s much-anticipated season kicked off in strong fashion last Saturday as the Hornets hosted the Enfield Warriors for a key Eastern North Carolina Football League matchup at The Hornets’ Nest. Nashville’s varsity scored early and used a strong defense to pick up an 8-0 decision over the Warriors from Halifax County.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, September 13, 2011 10:34 pm
| | 3784. | Beulah Community News
I hope everyone has been blessed with a good week. If you have been having some problems I pray that God will bless you with a better week ahead. Just remember, talk to God daily, no matter how things are going for you. We must get on our knees before we can get on our feet. Pray for those who are sick physically, mentally and also spiritually.
WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, February 24, 2009 10:34 pm
| | 3785. | Nash County Blood Drives for July 2013
Friday, July 5 from 12 until 5 p.m. at Golden East Crossing Mall, near JCP, 1100 North Wesleyan Boulevard, Rocky MountMonday, July 8 from 3 until 7 p.m. at Bethelehm Baptist Church, 305 South Halifax Road, Rocky MountTuesday, July 9 from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the Environmental Services Building, Thrope Road, Rocky Mount
Published Tuesday, July 2, 2013 10:45 pm
| | 3786. |  Nash County Animal Friends’ Notebook
Sharing a note (without the photo), that I wrote to a 9 year old Animal Advocate who was upset about the death of a dog we had promoted. A dog that was adoptable, although he wasn’t perfect nor beautiful, he had a gentle soul and he died because nobody came and the Shelter got full.
Carol Vierela, Nash County Animal Friends / Published Tuesday, April 2, 2013 11:01 pm
| | 3787. | Waneta "Cookie" Bowman Slater
Waneta Bowman Slater, 81, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 24, 2006. She was born July 4, 1925 in Knoxville; TN. Cookie had always worked as a waitress in the area restaurants. She worked the last fifteen years for Walnut Café until she retired in 1984. Cookie loved watching the Atlanta Braves and stock car racing.
Published Tuesday, August 29, 2006 11:06 pm
| | 3788. | Chamber seeks next Distinguished Citizen
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 30 at 7 p.m. at Nash Arts. The guest speaker for the event is Dr. Lew Hunnicutt, President of Nash Community College.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 8, 2023 10:48 pm
| | 3789. | NASH COUNTY PERMITS - NOVEMBER 2 - 6
Building Permit (Commercial) Nash Rocky Mount Schools; 1234 C Old Carriage Road S; new construction; $25,000David Evans; 6251 Main Street; renovation/alteration; $25,000
Published Wednesday, November 11, 2020 10:29 pm
| | 3790. |  Important issues need addressing include fonts
A few weeks ago, I thought I was being setup for some kind of hit by two of my most brilliant Barton students, who I'll refer to just as B. and E. We are working on a journal project together and this was the text exchange:Them: Which of these fonts do you like the least [question emoji and a spreadsheet with Gils Sans, Optima and Avenir listed]Me: Seems like a trapThem: Maybe not a trap ... potentially a judge of character ...
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, December 17, 2025 10:39 pm
| | 3791. | NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS
A warrant service was reported on 10/18/20 A larceny from a porch, carport, shelter was reported on 10/22/20 at 1219 Mosswood Drive, NashvilleA domestic disturbance was reported on 10/22/20 at 12956 Eagle Ridge Drive, Zebulon
Published Wednesday, October 28, 2020 10:32 pm
| | 3792. | Southern Nash teacher selected for Turn the Key Educator Award
Kristin Stair, agricultural educator at Southern Nash High School in Bailey, is one of 45 individuals nationwide who received the Teachers Turn the Key Award, given December 6th at the National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE) annual conference in Charlotte, NC.
Published Tuesday, December 30, 2008 10:19 pm
| | 3793. | WILLIAM THOMAS BATCHELOR, JR.
William Thomas (W.T.) Batchelor, 86, passed away, Thursday, January 17, 2008. He was born October 18, 1921 in Nash County. He was the son of the late William Thomas Batchelor and Mary Della Edmondson Batchelor. Mr. Batchelor was an avid horseman and always enjoyed talking to others who shared his love for horses. He was also a loving husband, father and grandfather.
Published Tuesday, January 22, 2008 10:49 pm
| | 3794. | NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS
A misdemeanor larceny was reported on 8/12/18 at 7518 S NC 581An inform FBR report was reported on 8/12/18 at 10992 Rock Quarry RoadA breaking and entering was reported on 8/12/18 at 10992 Rock Quarry Road
Published Wednesday, August 22, 2018 10:33 pm
| | 3795. | Health Department to offer flu shots
It’s that time of year again! Health officials with Nash County Health Department are planning to provide community flu and pneumococcal vaccination clinics starting October 24th at various sites within Nash County.Walk-in vaccination clinics will be held at both health department offices on:
Published Tuesday, October 29, 2013 11:02 pm
| | 3796. |  Lee named East-West football assistant coach
LOUISBURG -- Even though he travels out of the area every morning for work, Chris Lee is very much a member of the Nash County football coaching fraternity.A former assistant at Rocky Mount High, Lee has been in charge of the grid program at Louisburg High School for the past six campaigns.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, August 6, 2014 10:44 pm
| | 3797. |  Nash Rec excels during N-RMSL swim schedule
NASHVILLE -- Nash Rec continued to excel in Nash-Rocky Mount Swim League action this summer with a 594-215 victory over host Birchwood last Thursday.
From Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, July 25, 2006 11:26 pm
| | 3798. | Rocky Mount Academy Honor Roll
Rocky Mount Academy recently announced its honor roll students for the second trimester:
Published Tuesday, April 28, 2009 10:10 pm
| | 3799. | Southern Nash announces students of the month
Southern Nash recently named its Students of the Month. Students are nominated for the honor by faculty and staff based on the idea of what it means to be respectful. Faculty members use the Positive Behavior Support matrix to identify what characteristics exemplify being respectful.
Published Tuesday, March 4, 2008 10:43 pm
| | 3800. |  Christmas memories past, present and future
As we barrel headlong into Christmas this week, most of us will rekindle old holiday memories. We might even use a phrase like "how it used to be" or "when I was a kid." Christmas was always a big deal in my family when I was growing up. Many folks my age will remember eagerly anticipating the Sears Wish Book to signal the beginning of Christmas List season.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:00 pm
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