The Nashville Graphic

3801.	KENNETH “ROADIE” M. TAYLOR CASTALIA – Kenneth “Roadie” McKinley Taylor, 85, of Castalia, died Sunday, December 5, 2010, at Franklin Regional Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jesse Faulkner Taylor and his sister, Elsie Cone. Mr. Taylor loved to go to his son, Wayne’s business, Taylor’s Exxon in Nashville and spending Christmas at his daughter Connie’s home. Graveside services were held Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. at the Taylor Family Cemetery in Castalia with his grandson Ken Hill officiating. Published Tuesday, December 7, 2010 11:10 pm
3802.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A driving while intoxicated was reported on 9/17/17 at W NC 97 and Liles RoadA burglary-forcible entry was reported on 9/17/17 at 8498 W Tarboro RoadA call for service was reported on 9/17/17 at 5420 E NC 97 Published Wednesday, September 27, 2017 10:12 pm
3803.	RED OAK NEWS The youth of Red Oak Baptist Church returned home Sunday after a fun-filled weekend skiing at Winterplace Ski Resort with lots of snow! Due to winter weather this past week, the youth benefit yard and bake sale, scheduled for February 21at Red Oak United Methodist Church has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 7. Suzy Pearce / Published Wednesday, February 25, 2015 10:19 pm
3804.	Nash County Animal Friends’ Notebook HELP SAVE CATS!The Nash County Animal Control Shelter in Nashville has only 5 cat cages. When owner surrenders come in, they go to the back. When a litter of young feral kittens (can be tamed easily) comes in, they stay in the back! We need to give them more opportunity to live! In 2009 the save rate for cats/kittens was only 3.8% (64). Carol Vierela, NASH COUNTY ANIMAL FRIENDS / Published Tuesday, March 4, 2014 11:19 pm
3805.	Winstead Frazier Inducted At LC LOUISBURG -- In his role as Louisburg College's Athletic Director, Mike Holloman has attended every installment of the school's Hall of Fame ceremonies -- including his own induction several years ago.But in Holloman's estimation, the Feb. 4 event at the LC Multi-Purpose Room was his favorite not just for the impressive list of honorees, but the unifying message they all presented."This was one of the best turnouts we have had,'' Holloman said. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, February 15, 2017 10:30 pm
3806.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS JULY 12-16 Building PermitsCommercialAmber Perkins, 567 E. Hilliardston Rd.; detached accessory; $11,441.47 Published Wednesday, July 21, 2021 10:35 pm
3807.	Beulah Community News We had two great sermons brought to us Sunday by our minister, Daniel West. Sunday morning the sermon was on “At Your Wits End”. I’m sure at times we all feel that we are at wits end. The message was really meaningful and reminded us that everyone feels that way at times. We must just remember that God is always there to help us if we will only talk to him in prayer. By WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, July 22, 2008 10:25 pm
3808.	Nash County honors long-time EMS staff members Nash County Commissioners recognized two EMS employees who first began their service to the county in 1969. Paramedics Cleveland Hunt and Ricky Turner were both recognized for their 50 years of service last Monday at the regular meeting of the Nash County Board of Commissioners. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, November 20, 2019 10:28 pm
3809.	NNHS’ STREAK ENDS WILSON -- Sometimes, the true indicator of a team’s mettle is not how it responds following a victory, but after a heartbreaking loss -- especially if it is the first one of the season. Northern Nash’s undefeated streak came to a close Friday with a tough overtime loss to Rocky Mount, which erased the memory of three earlier setbacks to NN with a 51-47 conquest in the championship game of the Big East Conference Girls Basketball Tournament at Wilson Hunt. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, February 19, 2013 10:46 pm
3810.	Southern Nash opens new facility Just over six months after breaking ground for a new animal facility at Southern Nash High School, the school will host a ribbon cutting for the new facility on Monday. The Southern Nash High School Animal Facility is a much needed addition for the school's agriculture programming and will provide more room and amenities for the program's current resources, including animal stalls, a storage room, chicken coop, livestock corral, a fenced pasture and outside livestock pens. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 26, 2017 10:39 pm
3811.	Nash County Deed Transfers Andrew Ike Bullard and Jennifer H. Bullard to Toney Bailey; 6231 Main Street, Bailey; $55,000April Sherrod Longmire to Travis Tolleson and Traci Tolleson; 220 Young Road; $3,000Barbara P. Moore, Janice Faye Davis Everette and Joseph Timothy Everette to Joseph Timothy Everette, Janice Faye Davis Everette and Barbara P. Moore; .118 acres, W NC 97 Published Wednesday, March 8, 2023 10:38 pm
3812.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS APRIL 25 - APRIL 29 Linda A. Edwards Family Trust, Linda A. Edwards, Phillip Bradley Smith and Stephen Randall Smith to Weston A. Young and Sally Nicole Young; Section 4, Woodridge Block E, Lot 7Adam Mohamed Sam Yafai and Malayen Nagi Abdo Mohamed to Amin Ahmed Saleh; 714 North Church Street, Rocky MountLonnie McCowan Jr. and Beatrice H. McCowan to Sallie H. Floyd; 13.29 acres Published Wednesday, May 4, 2022 10:49 pm
3813.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A resisting arrest/hinder and delay was reported on 8/6/23 at 100 N Boddie Street, NashvilleA recovered vehicle was reported on 8/11/23 at 12255 Old Smithfield Road, Bailey Two counts of assault by pointing a gun and communicating threats was reported on 8/8/23 at 12536 Sanford Street, Bailey Published Wednesday, August 16, 2023 9:46 pm
3814.	Senior Center seeks meal delivery partnerships The Nash County Senior Center is reaching out to area businesses to help with its Home Delivered Meals program. The center recently started a new program called BEST, or Businesses Empowering Seniors Together. Wendy Perry, who serves as a Senior Services Coordinator, said the program was designed to encourage businesses to get involved with the community and to allow employees to help deliver meals. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 2, 2019 10:39 pm
3815.	Peachtree Community News March Madness is here! Congratulations to the UNC Basketball team which won the ACC Tournament Championship once again. Best wishes to them as they proceed to the NCAA Tournament. By BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, March 18, 2008 11:05 pm
3816.	Swift Creek honor roll students The following students at Swift Creek Elementary School were named to the A and A/B Honor Roll for the fourth six weeks. Published Tuesday, March 18, 2008 11:05 pm
3817.	NASH COUNTY REC HOOPS REPORT NASH COUNTY -- Listed are updated standings and results from the Nash County Parks and Recreation Department’s 2009 Winter Basketball League, which continued last weekend: Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, January 20, 2009 10:28 pm
3818.	SN Wraps Up Season WILSON -- Heading into the season, nobody knew quite what to expect in the competitive Big East Conference boys golf standings.That's because uncertainty ruled the day due to COVID-19 as coaches weren't sure how their respective rosters would pan out.And when Wilson Fike star Jake Herring graduated early and joined the program at North Carolina State University, the top spot individually was suddenly up for grabs. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, May 5, 2021 10:15 pm
3819.	An update on the Brantley kids Probably the most frequently asked question I get these days is: “When did you get so much gray hair?” Usually before I can answer, the next statement that follows is, “Oh, yeah, what are your kids up to?” This kind of encounter lets me follow the corporate world of 2009 — I get to downsize my discussions and hope for a bailout. That is because the first question is answered immediately, saving me the cost of a response. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, March 10, 2009 10:04 pm
3820.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS We had a lot of heavy hearts at Beulah Church of Christ. One of our members and life-time Christians has left us to go to her reward in heaven. Mrs. Lois Hedgepeth was a loving friend to anyone who ever met her. There are just no words to explain what her life meant to all her family and friends. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Wednesday, February 22, 2012 12:15 am
3821.	Beulah Community New Today (Sunday), as I write this, the weather is really beautiful outside. The sunshine is glittering on the snow (and ice) which recently fell. It is treacherous for all “us” older folks but the kids are really having a lot of fun. Some of the younger children have never seen snow before, maybe a few flakes but not enough to really enjoy. Maybe most of you did not need to get outside. I hope none of you had any accidents. Be careful and stay warm, and inside, if possible. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, February 2, 2010 10:34 pm
3822.	Eager to get the spooky day behind us! Well October is all but over, which means things are about to get a bit crazy. The holidays are coming!If you didn't realize how close the holidays were, apparently you haven't been shopping lately. I took the boys Halloween window shopping recently and they couldn't decide if they wanted to look at monsters or Christmas trees. Amanda Clark / Published Wednesday, October 28, 2015 10:54 pm
3823.	What have I been doing? Running in circles Sometimes when you’re overwhelmed, even the simplest of questions can confuse you. These days, when someone asks, “What’s been going on?” or “What have you been up too?” or even “How are you?,” I’ve had trouble getting an answer out. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, January 26, 2010 11:52 pm
3824.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Robert Hall Sr., Robert Craig Hall Sr. and Takiaya Hall to Robert Hall Sr.; 6905 Peppermill Way, Rocky MountWJH, LLC to Sandeep Vuduthuri and Pradeep Vuduthuri; 24 Great Falls Court, Rocky Mount; $238,000William R. Follansbee and Virginia Ann Follansbee to William Follansbee and Virginia Ann Follansbee; Bridgeview Subdivision, Block A, Lot 15 and 10.31 acresSean N. Rose to Sean N. Rose; Section 2, High Meadows, Block E, Lot 1 Published Wednesday, March 13, 2024 10:31 pm
3825.	Beulah Community News We want to thank each of you who came to our monthly fish fry last Friday night. We appreciate your support and enjoyed the fellowship we shared. May God bless you all. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, December 9, 2008 10:14 pm
3826.	Voters say no to sales tax increase Nash County voters said “no” to a quarter cent sales tax, with 61 percent of voters voting against the tax. Nash County officials had said if passed, the sales tax would generate $2.8 in additional revenue. Eighty percent of that revenue would go towards education while 10 percent would go towards public safety projects. By Amelia Harper, Graphic Correspondent / Published Wednesday, May 7, 2008 2:31 am
3827.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS JULY 25-29 Carol Whitley, 12948 A Old Raleigh Wilson Rd; detached accessory; $32,000Kevin Barnhill, 3600 Eastern Ave; new construction; $2,385,402Jesscia Ryal, 4461 Boseman Rd; addition; $24,000 Published Wednesday, August 3, 2022 10:26 pm
3828.	Mother Nature rears her head Just when Nash County Post 58's American Legion baseball team got a pick-me-up with a much-needed road victory, Mother Nature had to ruin things. By Charles Alston, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, June 27, 2006 10:38 pm
3829.	Ephesus Community News Wanda Barrett and Cleecy Richardson came into the Christian fellowship of Ephesus Baptist Church on Sunday morning during the worship hour. They were both by letter from their former church. They both want to serve the Lord with love, peace, joy, honor and praise with us each day. By LOTTIE LOU DICKENS / Published Tuesday, January 15, 2008 11:21 pm
3830.	Beulah Community News I hope everyone had a great Memorial Day week-end. Galatians 5:1 reads “Stand fast therefore in the Liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free.” We thank all those who, over the years, have given their service and often their life to keep our country free. We thank their families, also, who gave up, and lost loved ones. May God also bless those who are now serving in war torn countries and will one day become a veteran too. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, June 1, 2010 10:31 pm
3831.	Construction bid awarded for Regency, Essex sewer projects NASHVILLE - Long-awaited work to connect homes in the Regency Estates and Essex Road subdivisions with town sewer can finally occur, now that bids have been approved and construction contracts awarded.Randy Lansing, town manager, detailed bidding results for both jobs at the Feb. 3 town council meeting, recommending that Precision Earth & Pipe from Raleigh be awarded the job for the Regency Estates Sewer Repair and Rehabilitation project and H.G. Reynolds of Henderson be awarded the Essex Road Sewer Extension job. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 11, 2026 10:35 pm
3832.	Nashville officers earn promotions Nashville's newly appointed police chief, J.T. Winstead, held a promotional ceremony and badge pinning on August 18th to recognize recently promoted officers.Winstead was promoted to Nashville's new police chief upon the retirement of former chief Anthony Puckett.Attendees of the badge pinning event included Nashville Mayor Brenda Brown, families and mentors from surrounding agencies along with federal partners and supervisors to support officers receiving promotions. Published Wednesday, August 31, 2022 10:21 pm
3833.	Accident claims life of local senior Eighteen year-old Randall Scott Flood was in the midst of his high school project, a senior preparing for graduation in just a few weeks when his life was cut short. Flood, a senior at Nash Central High School, died Sunday afternoon at 6343 Rock Quarry Road in Elm City. The quarry has depths up to 75 feet, and some areas as much as 135 feet. Published Tuesday, May 18, 2010 10:26 pm
3834.	Golf classic raises funds for new pediatric emergency department Nash Health Care Foundation’s first annual Golf Classic, under the leadership of general chairman, Dr. John Derbyshire, raised $105,475 in support of the new Pediatric Emergency Department at Nash General Hospital. Pictured (Above): From left, Robert “Ziggy” Zalzneck, event co-chairman; John S. Derbyshire MD, event chairman and Roger G. Taylor, event co-chairman, announce that the Nash Health Care Foundation Golf Classic raised more than $105,000 for the new Pediatric Emergency Department. Roger G. Taylor Associates, a Rocky Mount financial services firm, was the event’s presenting sponsor. Contributed / Published Tuesday, June 22, 2010 10:46 pm
3835.	MARY LOUISE DIETZEL ARMSTRONG Mary Louise Dietzel Armstrong, 85, died peacefully at home early Tuesday morning, January 24, 2012. Published Tuesday, January 24, 2012 10:47 pm
3836.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS The message Sunday morning was brought to us by our minister, Chris Matchem. It was taken from Matthew 11:28-30 on "Reaching your Full Potential." Let God control your life and remember to endure with patience. We should have pride and forgiveness. We must have God in our life to live a Christian life. Living without God is a waste of time. Some of our members were absent and out of town. Others were out due to sickness. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Wednesday, September 2, 2015 11:46 pm
3837.	Jesse Donald House Published Sunday, October 14, 2018 3:06 pm
3838.	GPS project starts in town East Carolina University graduate students will spend the next few weeks in Nashville as they help the town prepare for a new system that will digitally map the town's water and sewer lines. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, December 19, 2006 11:08 pm
3839.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPORTS An assault with a deadly weapon was reported on 8/30/14 at 222 W Washington StreetA larceny of a credit card was reported on 8/30/14 at 8915 School StreetAn assault was reported on 8/30/14 at 9532 Lancaster Store RoadA financial card fraud was reported on 8/31/14 Published Wednesday, September 10, 2014 10:49 pm
3840.	Lights of Love welcomes season of giving, remembers loved ones Some came to honor those who have made a difference in their lives. The names that were read represented children, siblings, fathers, mothers, health care workers, and everyone who has made a contribution to making the community a better place. Published Tuesday, December 30, 2008 10:19 pm
3841.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS It was a beautiful day at Peachtree Baptist Church Sunday as the Peachtree faithful gathered to worship. The Sanctuary flower arrangement was presented to glorify God by Mrs. Ann Browder in loving memory of her husband, Mr. Bobby Browder, Sr.Jerry Hobgood, assistant Sunday School Director, welcomed the Sunday school gathering. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, October 10, 2018 10:42 pm
3842.	Hochman to perform Beethoven at Cherry Hill Plantation Sept. 22 Pianist Benjamin Hochman will return to Cherry Hill in a performance of Beethoven works on Sunday, September 22nd. Hochman, born in Jerusalem, now resides in Berlin, Germany. He performed at Cherry Hill when he was visiting professor of piano at East Carolina University.Hochman fills many roles, from orchestral soloist, recitalist, and chamber musician to conductor. He regards music as vital and essential, and members of the music performance world recognize his deep commitment to insightful programming and performances of quality. Published Wednesday, September 18, 2024 10:47 pm
3843.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS MARCH 28 - APRIL 1 Momeyer Properties, LLC to Godspowr LLC; property on Woodruff Road; $45,500Brandon Hargrove to Rodolfo Hernandez; 710 South Pine Street, Rocky MountVickie Hunter Horton, Tommy Horton and Vickie Zoe Horton to Keisha A. Horton; 8961 West Mount Drive, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, April 6, 2022 10:46 pm
3844.	Nash County Deed Transfers The following deed transfers were reported in Nash County from January 18-22 Published Wednesday, January 27, 2021 10:59 pm
3845.	Nash EMS Angels deliver CPR Manikins Nash County Emergency Medical Services recently received a donation that has the potential to save lives. The Nash County Chapter of the North Carolina EMS Angels Motorcycle Club donated 10 CPR Manikins to Emergency Medical Services last week. The manikins will be used for training to not only train employees of Nash County Emergency Services but also others, said Scott Strufe, EMS Director for Nash County Emergency Services. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 1, 2017 10:38 pm
3846.	Northern will open at home RED OAK -- Northern Nash High School will begin its 2017 varsity football season on Aug. 18 with a home game against Hillsborough Orange at historic Death Valley on the NNHS campus.NN's first Big East Conference event will be October 6 at home versus the Wilson Hunt Warriors.Northern Nash's complete ledger is as follows, with home games listed in CAPS: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, June 28, 2017 10:59 pm
3847.	Red Oak Middle School Honor Rolls Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the fourth 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, August 2, 2017 9:47 pm
3848.	One problem is we don't have any more toy stores I've mentioned in this spot that the much-publicized bully and violence in schools is a culture problem, not the fault of a tool or object.I believe that's true. In a time where one has to carefully watch radio stations for profanity, might have to explain all kinds of products advertised on TV before 9 p.m. (or mentioned in shows) and here all kinds of salty language at kids' sporting events, it's obvious we have a culture problem. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, June 6, 2018 10:54 pm
3849.	NASH CO. PARKS & REC RESULTS NASH COUNTY -- Listed are updated softball, baseball and soccer scores from the Nash County Parks and Recreation Department’s spring event season: Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, May 3, 2011 11:53 pm
3850.	CLARENCE ALBERT “C.A.” STRICKLAND SPRING HOPE - C.A. Strickland, 80, died Monday, February 18, 2008 at Nash General Hospital. A funeral service will be held February 21, 2008 at Ephesus Baptist church at 10:45 a.m. by Rev. Jack Edge and Rev. Tony Futrell. Interment will follow in the family cemetery. Published Tuesday, February 19, 2008 10:40 pm
3851.	Nash County Blood Drives Tuesday, July 2 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Outback Steakhouse in Rocky Mount, 210 Gateway BoulevardTuesday, July 2 from 4 until 7 p.m. at Zaxby’s in Rocky Mount, 1410 Jeffreys RoadFriday, July 5 from 12 until 5 p.m. at Golden East Crossing Mall, near JCP, 1100 North Wesleyan Boulevard, Rocky Mount Published Tuesday, June 18, 2013 10:54 pm
3852.	NCC dedicates building in memory of Alford L. Sweatt, Jr Alford L. Sweatt, Jr. was a man known for many things but his greatest legacy was his dedication to education. That legacy will live on forever in the halls of Nash Community College’s Science and Technology Building as the building was recently renamed for Sweatt. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, May 3, 2011 11:53 pm
3853.	Baseball in September is a return to childhood It's September, and hurricane threats aside, the weather is breaking a bit, and the greatest of all months, October, will be in sight soon.It will be safe to go outside again, the leaves will turn, the State Fair will roll in, ECU football will be in bloom, and baseball will be relevant again to people who don't even follow it.I have to admit I am a baseball refugee. I loved the game growing up, back when you could only watch games on TV on Saturday afternoon or Monday night. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, September 7, 2016 10:32 pm
3854.	NCWC stars earn honors FAYETTEVILLE -- The USA South Athletic Conference has released its 2017 postseason awards in the sport of football, with seven Battling Bishops earning accolades on their respective All-Conference and All-Sportsmanship teams. All seven Wesleyan players are first-time honorees, led by a trio of First Team All-Conference gridiron selections. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, November 21, 2017 11:16 pm
3855.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A breaking and entering and injury to real property were reported on 4/20/15 at 1573 Reges Store RoadA call for service was reported on 4/20/15 in the Superior Court Room, 222 W Washington StreetA malicious conduct by a prisoner was reported on 4/20/15 at 222 W Washington StreetA violation of a domestic violence order was reported on 4/20/15 at 5507 S NC 58 Staff / Published Wednesday, April 29, 2015 11:07 pm
3856.	MOUNT ZION FWB CHURCH NEWS Robert Tyner welcomed everyone to Sunday school. We had 84 in attendance. We sang “Happy Birthday” to all those having a birthday in November. All those having a wedding anniversary this month were also recognized. All the lucky ones were given candy. ROSALENE BASS / Published Wednesday, November 7, 2012 12:46 am
3857.	Long-time healthcare providers will be dearly missed Dear Editor: I am experiencing so many emotions as I write this letter. I have just been advised that Rocky Mount Gynecology and Women's Health is closing. I know I speak for many women in Rocky Mount and the surrounding area as I voice my anger, sadness, disappointment, and loyalty. I have been a patient of this clinic, for over 33 years, specifically of Dr. Larry High. LETTERS: / Published Wednesday, May 16, 2018 11:02 pm
3858.	Saying goodbye to neighborhood schools is hard It's so sad to see three of our oldest school structures in Nash County come to an end.Red Oak Elementary students are now housed at the new facility in Red Oak and the old structure is now just a fond memory and a lot of dust.Cedar Grove recently celebrated its last year in operation. Those students will also move to the new facility in Red Oak.Swift Creek Elementary will close its doors and also move children to the new school. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, April 26, 2023 10:34 pm
3859.	Southern spikers open with home defeat STANHOPE -- Coach Melanie Davis and the Southern Nash Ladybirds opened their 2018 prep volleyball schedule Monday with a tough home match versus a strong West Johnston squad.The visiting Wildcats were too much for the Ladybirds, who were swept by a 25-16, 25-9 and 25-8 margin at the SNHS Gymnasium. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, August 15, 2018 10:35 pm
3860.	Rocky Mount’s Children’s Museum & Science Center offers new experiences The NEW Children’s Museum - Beginning January 31, 2009, the youngest visitors to the Rocky Mount Children’s Museum & Science Center will have their own exciting new experience! The NEW Children’s Museum is designed to be the ideal place to expose children to an educationally exciting resource that strengthens their motor skills, vocabulary, memory, and creative thinking. The NEW Children’s Museum includes 35 interactive learning stations designed to engage “budding scientists” ages 6 months to 6 years. From exciting activities like experimenting with music and sounds, opening doors to reveal hidden surprises, matching characters to their shadows and exploring their stimulating and colorful surroundings, the NEW Children’s Museum is a child’s – and parent’s – dream come true! Published Tuesday, January 27, 2009 10:24 pm
3861.	UDC BETHEL HEROES CHAPTER UDC Bethel Heroes Chapter 636 met on Aug 1, 2012. Our program “Camp Douglas Civil War Prison” was presented by Dottie Barrett, President. Frances Powell, local member of Bethel Heroes has direct ties to this prison. Her ancestor John Parson, who served with Jackson’s Virginia Artillery, during the War Between the States was a confederate soldier who died as a prisoner and is buried in a mass grave in Oak Woods Cemetery. HELEN SHARPE / Published Tuesday, September 4, 2012 11:16 pm
3862.	NORA LOUISE STRICKLAND MOSS Nora Louise Strickland Moss, 94, passed away November 15, 2010. She was born September 28, 1916 in Wilson County, daughter of the late Willie Strickland and Nora King Strickland. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Willie Gray Moss; sister, Margaret Smith; brothers, Sidney and Willie Strickland; and two grandchildren, Debbie Kelly and Craig Moss. She was also predeceased by three stepchildren, Juanita Moss, George Moss and James Moss. Published Tuesday, November 16, 2010 11:01 pm
3863.	Regency, Essex sewer project pushed out NASHVILLE - Some residents of the Regency subdivision and Essex Road neighborhoods, possibly waiting for Santa to bring them town sewer hookups, will have until next fall until they get that item on their Christmas lists answered.Mike Tolson, a town engineer with Mac Gay and Associates, updated council members at their Dec. 9 meeting on design specs for the two separate sewer extension projects, estimating an October completion date once everything is done. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 17, 2025 10:39 pm
3864.	Master Gardener Plant Sale is April 25th The Master Gardener plant sale is Saturday, April 25 from 9 a.m. - noon at the Nash County Ag Center, 1006 Eastern Ave., Nashville. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Nash County Arboretum.The event will offer plants from local nurseries and Master Gardener grown. Plants include perennials, roses, shrubs, trees, native plants, vegetable plants and herbs. Published Wednesday, April 15, 2026 10:12 pm
3865.	QUARTERLY BENEVOLENCE InJoy Thrift Store presented over $40,000 in donations to around a dozen non-profit organizations on Monday morning. The donations were from the second quarter earnings, including April, May and June. InJoy has been giving back since it opened almost two years ago. Those receiving donations include My Sister's House and Faith Christian Ministries. Since opening, InJoy has donated nearly $88,464 to local Christian-supported ministries and another $88,465 to DOOR International. The store will celebrate its second birthday with a celebration on Saturday, August 1 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at the store at 1020 Liberty Lane in Rocky Mount. Published Wednesday, July 29, 2015 10:47 pm
3866.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Tegan T. Mead and Michael A. Mead to Patrick Michael McManus and Karina Sikorski McManus; Winwood Subdivision, Section II, Block C, Lot 32Kevin Lamb and Jill Lamb to Denali Homes, Inc.; 12760 West Hanes Avenue, MiddlesexChristopher D. Fowler and Tammy M. Fowler to Lee Ann Townsend Woodley and Seth Alan Woodley; Asheboro West Subdivision, Lot 12Willis Edward Finch III and Julia Newman Finch to Finch Estates, LLC; 3006 J Mar Road, Spring Hope; $50,000 Published Wednesday, May 14, 2025 10:23 pm
3867.	EFFIE LEE DAVIS RICHARDS ELM CITY, NC-Effie Lee Davis Richards, 87, died Tuesday, July 18, 2006. She was born in Nashville, NC, November 6, 1918, daughter of the late Johnie Richard Davis and Ella Mae Robbins Davis. Mrs. Richards was a member of Union Missionary Baptist Church. Published Tuesday, July 25, 2006 11:26 pm
3868.	RED OAK NEWS Red Oak Baptist Church had an exciting week last week with Trunk or Treat on Wednesday, Oct. 31 and the Fall Festival on Saturday, Nov. 3. Families enjoyed games, activities, entertainment, and food! Sunday, Nov. 4 was the kick off for the Mile of Pennies for the Baptist Children’s Homes of NC. Pennies, other coins, dollars or checks will be collected at Red Oak Baptist Church during the month of November. A mile of pennies will be $844.80! SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, November 7, 2012 12:46 am
3869.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS FOR FEB. 6 - 10 BUILDING PERMIT (RESIDENTIAL) Donald Boyette; 4555 US 264A; detached accessory; $6,500Francisco Luzano Silverio; 13143 Thrasher Court; new single family; $80,000 Published Wednesday, February 15, 2023 10:33 pm
3870.	Mudcats split with Frederick ZEBULON -- A long day of baseball came to an end when Carolina’s Carlos Moncrief raced home to score on a wild pitch in the 10th inning of the second game of a Class A Carolina League doubleheader at Five County Stadium on Sunday evening. The Carolina Mudcats (15-14) came away with 3-2 win against the Frederick Keys (10-17) to finish off 17 innings of play in front of 3,888. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, May 8, 2012 11:12 pm
3871.	RED OAK NEWS The Baptist Men had very good attendance at their monthly breakfast on Sunday, Sept. 21.Windley Griffin and Lawson Jernigan joined Red Oak Baptist Church and will be baptized Sunday, Sept. 28!Come join Red Oak Baptist Church on Sundays at 9:45 a.m. for Sunday School/Life Groups and at 11 a.m. for morning worship. Children's Church is also offered for preschoolers and children Kindergarten - 5th grade. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, September 24, 2025 10:45 pm
3872.	County squads look solid heading into the playoffs NASH COUNTY -- The 2025 prep girls soccer season is coming to a close in Nash County, with Northern Nash leading the way amongs the four area public high schools.The Lady Knights hosted Southern Nash in their final home game of the regular season on Tuesday and will travel to archrival Rocky Mounttoday in the team's regular season finale, entering this week at 10-6 overall and 8-2 in league play. CHANCE PUCKETT, Correspondent / Published Wednesday, April 30, 2025 10:08 pm
3873.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS The weather Sunday was really beautiful and I hope all the fathers had a good day. I hope they all got a chance to be with their children, but if not I hope the children called them to wish them a Happy Fathers Day. Sunday morning all father were recognized and given a little gift by the ladies aid. Barbara Ricks presented it to them. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, June 18, 2013 10:54 pm
3874.	Phil Ford to speak at Chamber Distinguished Citizen event Phil Ford will return to Nash County on March 1 to serve as the guest speaker for the Nashville Chamber of Commerce's Distinguished Citizen event. Ford is a Nash County native and former UNC basketball star. He was the second pick in the NBA draft in 1978 and was named NBA Rookie of the Year with the Kansas City Kings in 1979. Published Wednesday, February 21, 2018 10:33 pm
3875.	RED OAK NEWS The youth and children of Red Oak Baptist Church gave a wonderful performance in their Christmas play, "Fact or Fiction: The Christmas Edition", on Sunday, December 6. The play was held in the family life center and popcorn and drinks were provided. Thank you to all who performed, planned, provided meals, and assisted with the production. The Adult II Sunday School Class of Red Oak Baptist Church honored Tonia Taylor with a birthday party on Thursday, December 10 at South Village. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, December 16, 2015 11:36 pm
3876.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS The Peachtree Baptist Church Congregation and friends met last Sunday to celebrate the 210th anniversary of Peachtree Baptist Church. God is so good all the time.The Sanctuary flower arrangement Sunday was presented to glorify God by Lynn Griffin in honor of her husband, David whose birthday was February 7th and in celebration and recognition of Peachtree Baptist's 210th Anniversary. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, February 13, 2019 10:53 pm
3877.	Spring Hope candidates speak during public forum SPRING HOPE - Six of nine people running for office in the town of Spring Hope made appearances at an Oct. 22 candidates' forum, held with decorum at Seven Paths Manor from 7 to 8 p.m. About 25 members of the public along with several other office-holders attended.Emceed by Kyle Pritchard, the incumbent mayor running for re-election, candidates spoke in alphabetical order by first name, taking roughly five to seven minutes to speak on any and all issues they wished prior to time offered for informal meet-and-greets. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 29, 2025 9:59 pm
3878.	Hot Stove Banquet scheduled RALEIGH -- The Raleigh Hot Stove League will stage its 62nd annual banquet January 24 at the McKimmon Center on the North Carolina State University campus in Raleigh. A silent auction will begin at 5:15 p.m. with the banquet to follow at 6 p.m. Former major league outfielder Doug Glanville will be the headline speaker. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, January 10, 2012 10:57 pm
3879.	How did everyone else my age get so old? Some might say I asked for it.I have a very sharp, but very quiet student who works at a grocery store in Wilson. She didn't have a whole lot to say when I first met her, so when I shopped in that store, I made sure to get in that line, partially to be friendly, but mostly to be annoying.The first time I did it, she acted like she didn't know me. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, May 1, 2024 10:43 pm
3880.	Nash residents named to honor lists at ECU Nash County residents were among those named to the Chancellor’s List, Dean’s List and Honor Roll for the Spring 2009 at East Carolina University. The Chancellor’s List is composed of the names of all full-time undergraduates who earn a 4.0 on all work taken with no incomplete grades. Published Tuesday, June 9, 2009 10:34 pm
3881.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News Brother Bob welcomed everyone to Sunday school and reported 84 in attendance with 2 visitors. Alex Marlowe read the Bible verse for today. Before Sunday opening, little Miller Jones played the piano and organ. She does well. I think we may have a future organist in the making. And she loves it. That is wonderful. Bobby Farmer prayed the closing prayer. ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, March 16, 2010 10:49 pm
3882.	Nashville to make sidewalk improvements Nashville's Town Council received an update on the town's long awaited sidewalk project at their regular meeting earlier this month. The project will 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.The project is part of Nashville's long-range plans of making the town more pedestrian friendly. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 29, 2015 11:07 pm
3883.	Twin Counties observe April National Child Abuse Prevention Month April was proclaimed as National Child Abuse Prevention Month in 1983. During this month, public awareness is promoted through child welfare agencies who strive to ensure and protect the safety and welfare of children to prevent child maltreatment. In 1989, the Blue Ribbon Campaign to prevent Child Abuse began as a Virginia grandmother's tribute to her grandson who died as a result of abuse. She tied a blue ribbon to the antenna of her car as a way to remember him and to alert her community to the tragedy of child abuse. The Blue Ribbon Campaign has expanded across the country. Published Wednesday, April 13, 2016 10:42 pm
3884.	Spring Hope swears in new police chief The newly hired Spring Hope Police Chief has been officially sworn in.Nathan Gant took the oath of office for the position during the town's July meeting. He has been a part of the Spring Hope Police Department since 2015, serving as a sergeant. KENDRA JONES, GRAPHIC CORRESPONDENT / Published Wednesday, July 10, 2019 10:57 pm
3885.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS This past Sunday the members celebrated Easter Sunday. We celebrated, "Christ is Risen! He is Risen Indeed! He Is Alive!" The Sanctuary flower arrangement today was lovingly given celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ by Kathy and Aubrey Farmer. He Is Alive! A Musical Journey for Easter - "Via Dolorosa"- Veritas, "The Day He Wore My Crown"- Sandi Patty, "Amazing Grace/My Chains are gone"-Cassandra Star and Callahan, "I've Just Seen Jesus"-Larnelle Harris and Sandi Patty FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, April 20, 2022 10:51 pm
3886.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Peachtree members welcomed friends and family to help celebrate Peachtree Baptist Church's 211th Birthday. God has blessed our Church with a long spiritual life and beautiful sunny day for a great celebration. Peachtree is truly blessed.The sanctuary flower arrangement Sunday was presented to glorify God by Beverly Wilson in loving memory of all Peachtree saints who have praised God since 1809. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, February 5, 2020 10:36 pm
3887.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Robbin A. Vester, William C. Anderson, Jami R. Solano, Rowland Solano to Jerry R. Couick and Lucinda L. Couick; 79.04 acres, W Castalia Road; $695,000Four Seasons Contractors, LLC to Andre Cooper and Kimberly Cooper; Pinewoods Farm, Phase 1, Lot 9; $420,000Larry K. Williams, Pamela Y. Williams, Pamela Yvette Williams and Terri L. Williams to Education is Paramount Foundation; 35 acres; $215,000Michael L. Baker and Mary S. Baker to Charles E. Baker and Theresa L. Kallal; one acre in Oak Level Township Published Wednesday, March 19, 2025 10:12 pm
3888.	Mudcats roll past the Hillcats ZEBULON -- Keith Curcio hit a two-run home run in the third, Matt Withrow allowed a run and four hits in a career best six inning start and Joey Meneses stretched his hitting streak to seven straight games as the Carolina Mudcats clinched a Class A Carolina League baseball series victory with a 5-4 home win against the Hillcats on Sunday afternoon at Five County Stadium.Withrow (W, 1-1, 1.04) picked up his first win of the season while working through his longest career start. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, May 4, 2016 11:24 pm
3889.	DOROTHY LINCKE HARLOW SAVAGE Dorothy Lincke Harlow Savage of Bedford, VA died peacefully Sunday, October 21, 2012. Published Tuesday, October 23, 2012 11:14 pm
3890.	Shaw University to hold annual Heritage Banquet April 4th Friends and supporters of Shaw University are getting their ethnic attires ready and their appetites whetted for the elaborate “Parade of Culture” and delicious banquet food at the 5th annual Heritage banquet on April 4, 2008, 7:00 p.m. at the McCarter Center, 225 South Glendale Avenue in Rocky Mount. The colorful attires fill the center with scenes to cherish and remember. Many of the dresses and outfits are flown directly from Africa for this occasion. Last year’s affair, which celebrated our colleges and universities, filled the center. This year is expected to attract even more as Shaw “Honors Its Pioneer Teachers.” Contributed / Published Tuesday, March 25, 2008 10:44 pm
3891.	Man pleads guilty to trooper’s murder The family of slain Trooper Bobby “Gene” DeMuth addressed Christopher McCoy Rodgers in Nash County Court Monday morning, after McCoy pled guilty to DeMuth’s death. DeMuth’s sister, Kathy Marshall, and wife, Michelle DeMuth, both spoke to Rodgers in front of a packed courtroom on Monday morning. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Tuesday, January 28, 2014 10:59 pm
3892.	Chamber seeks nominations for Distinguished Citizen The Nashville Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for this year’s Distinguished Citizen. Chamber President Elaine Corbett states in a letter to chamber members, “It is time to submit nominations for the Distinguished Citizen of the Year. The nominee does 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 Wednesday, February 6, 2013 12:06 am
3893.	County Line back on the track again ELM CITY -- Coming back to County Line Raceway after a rainout two weeks ago, fans, drivers and staff filed into the speedway ready for some dirt track racing last Saturday night.Up first was the Middlesex Family Dental Super Stock 4s with Bill Winstead & Jamie Bailey on the front row. Winstead would come out in front of Bailey followed by John Proctor, Austin Holcombe and Jesse Duke. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, July 23, 2013 10:58 pm
3894.	Annual Plant Sale is April 20 NASHVILLE - Online orders are being taken now through April 15 for the annual Nash County Arboretum Plant sale, to be held April 20 at the Nash County Agriculture Center in Nashville from 9 a.m. to noon. Nash County Extension Master Gardeners, who number 75, have been growing plants at their homes, in their gardens, in greenhouses and dividing plants from the Arboretum itself for weeks, resulting in over 1500 plants for sale. There will also be nursery plants available the day of the sale. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 10, 2024 10:22 pm
3895.	SANDY CROSS NEWS Kingdom International's Young at Heart had their first meeting of the year this past Saturday night. There was a good attendance and they all enjoyed a buffet meal along with special singing by Marie Batchelor; a devotion was also given. KIC opened Sunday morning service with announcements, prayer and offering. The Worship Team led in one selection followed by the message from Pastor Dr. Daniel Moss "The Warrior's Noise". EMILY SILLS / Published Wednesday, March 3, 2021 10:30 pm
3896.	Rocky Mount woman creates quilts for Shriners Hospital youth Fred and Sandra Cutts reside in Rocky Mount and have supported The Shriners Hospitals for Children for many years. Fred is a member of Rocky Mount Shrine Club and Sandra retired from Nash-Rocky Mount School system in 2004. Since retiring she has searched for a special way to touch children’s lives. Published Tuesday, September 2, 2008 10:47 pm
3897.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS Last Friday night the annual Red Oak High school reunion was held at Rocky Mount Shriner Club in Rocky Mount. This year made 96 years this event has been held. Approximately 190 former graduates (and guests) attended. This reunion is always for all graduates, not just one year. The ages of those attending are 99 years to the last year Red Oak had a high school in 1966. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, April 22, 2014 10:58 pm
3898.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A second degree sexual offense was reported on 12/14/15 at 4230 Green Hills RoadA breaking, entering and larceny and injury to real property was reported on 12/14/15 at 2316 Briwig RoadA damage to personal property was reported on 12/14/15 at 11623 Old Smithfield RoadA possession with intent to sell and deliver cocaine, maintaining a dwelling for a controlled substance and possession of marijuana was reported on 12/14/15 at 7641 Southern Nash High Road Published Wednesday, December 23, 2015 9:43 pm
3899.	Buffaloe shines at event in California LOS ANGELES -- Christian Buffaloe, local 16-year-old Kyokushin competitor, recently gained 2nd Place in the Teen Division (16 yrs) of the "2016 Kyokushin U.S. Karate Championships" in Los Angeles.This prestigious yearly event is sponsored by the International Kyokushin Karate Organization in Tokyo, Japan, and features many top competitors from around the world. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, February 10, 2016 11:08 pm
3900.	Red Oak Community News Happy Birthday to Madgie Macklin who turned 90 on Friday, Feb. 5! She celebrated with a birthday party given by her daughter, Dorothy Pearce, and her granddaughters, Audrey and Suzy Pearce, on Saturday, Feb. 6 at her home. Approximately 50 people enjoyed the day with her. Guests came from Red Oak, Nashville, Rocky Mount, and Goldsboro and included special long time friends and family members and even one special guest who was a classmate of hers from their school days in Hollister! SUZY PEARCE / Published Tuesday, February 9, 2010 10:41 pm