The Nashville Graphic

3901.	Ephesus Community News On Feb. 24, the French Club from Southern Nash Senior High held a pancake supper in the fellowship hall at Ephesus as a fund raiser for a trip to Washington, DC. The French Club thanks the community for their support. Also on Feb. 24, the weekly women’s morning and evening Bible study met with Nina Blevins. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:13 pm
3902.	RED OAK NEWS The Baptist Men enjoyed their breakfast meeting on Sunday, August 16. They welcome new members.Everyone is invited to Red Oak United Methodist Church this Sunday, August 23, for their special blessing of the backpacks and school year. The participants that took part in the Fruit of the Spirit Summer Reading Camp will receive a Fruit of the Spirit Backpack full of school supplies for the upcoming school year. Red Oak Baptist Church will also have a Book Bag Blessing on Sunday, August 23 at 11:00 am. Everyone's welcome! Suzy Pearce / Published Wednesday, August 19, 2015 11:08 pm
3903.	Nash County native named Vice President of Institutional Advancement at Louisburg College Louisburg College has announced Lynwood Roberson as its new vice president of Institutional Advancement.After a search and interview process, college officials decided that Roberson would be the best fit for the role.Hailing from Nash County, Roberson holds a degree in Justice and Public Policy from North Carolina Wesleyan University. He has spent most of his professional career working in public policy, fundraising, and outreach. Published Wednesday, August 26, 2026 9:44 pm
3904.	Nashville 11s fall vs. AFG WINTERVILLE - With only nine players on their roster, there was little margin for error -- or errors -- from the Nashville 11s at the Cal Ripken District 5 Baseball Tournament. By Geoff Neville, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, July 4, 2006 9:14 am
3905.	Nifong, Imus...what about UNC-Rocky Mount? Anyone doubting the power of the media to "carry" a story — and the ability of others to manipulate the media — and control its perception, could have gotten textbook case studies just in the last couple of weeks. Let's take a look at a few examples: Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, April 18, 2007 12:15 am
3906.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS I hope everyone had a really great Easter. I hope you remembered what Easter means and why we celebrate it. At Beulah Church of Christ we began the Easter week-end by having a party for the children on Saturday. We had a good attendance and all the children seemed to enjoy the crafts, candy, food, and fellowship. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, April 26, 2011 10:42 pm
3907.	NHC Volunteers present Lights of Love donation to foundation The Nash Health Care Volunteer Auxiliary recently made a $5,000 donation to the Nash Health Care Foundation towards the construction of a Pediatric Emergency Department. The money was raised from the auxiliary’s annual Lights of Love ceremony.Twenty percent of the patients at Nash General Hospital’s Emergency Care Center are under the age of 17 – nearly double the amount of pediatric patients in other North Carolina emergency rooms. Published Tuesday, April 16, 2013 10:56 pm
3908.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A possession with intent to sell and deliver cocaine, felony possession of cocaine and maintaining a vehicle was reported on 11/26/18 at 1370 N Wesleyan BoulevardA damage to property was reported on 11/26/18 at Straight Gate and Watson Seed Farm Road Published Wednesday, December 5, 2018 10:49 pm
3909.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS Found property and misdemeanor probation violation was reported on 2/25/18 at 227 Barnes StreetA social media threat was reported on 2/26/18 at 3170 Red Oak Battleboro RoadA larceny of a motor vehicle was reported on 2/26/18 at 6298 Land Road Published Wednesday, March 7, 2018 10:14 pm
3910.	NHCS hosts “Lights of Love” While the cold air and dreary rain did not present an ideal backdrop for the 2013 Lights of Love celebration, there was no denying that the cherished thoughts of loved ones created a warmth and brightness that was felt throughout the Nash Health Care Surgery Pavilion Lobby.“This is an important time,” said hospital volunteer and project leader Jackie Ward. Published Tuesday, December 10, 2013 11:00 pm
3911.	Backyard flock in Franklin County tests positive for HPAI RALEIGH - A backyard flock in Franklin County has tested positive for High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI). The positive sample was identified Jan. 5 by the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Veterinary Diagnostic Lab in Raleigh. This is the first confirmed positive in Franklin County and the ninth confirmed positive in North Carolina since Oct. 1. A list of domestic bird cases of HPAI in North Carolina is online at https://www.ncagr.gov/divisions/veterinary/AvianInfluenza. Published Wednesday, January 14, 2026 10:35 pm
3912.	Criminals can always be counted on for dumb stuff Only in spy movies can criminals be counted on to have smarts. And even then, we have to question their judgment. After all, who spends millions on technology and building a network of minions with no decision-making skills? After all, wouldn't it just be easier to go into politics?Therefore, the Soapbox presents another issue of Criminals Who Give Other Criminals a Bad Name. And yes, we know we need to work on the name. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, August 5, 2015 10:39 pm
3913.	It’s time to complain to our elected officials about health benefits Dear Editor, After reading an Associated Press article in the Rocky Mount Telegram, it talks about health care benefits to be taken away from millions of Americans. The people who will lose health care benefits include hundreds of thousands of poor children, disabled and the elderly. More than 10 million people would lose dental care, access to specialists, brand-name prescription drugs or other benefits. Letter to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, March 25, 2008 10:44 pm
3914.	Local girls compete for Princess of Nash County title this weekend The third annual Princess of Nash County Pageant will be held Saturday, March 21 at Southern Nash High School. The pageant begins at 2 p.m. and admission is $5.00. Seventeen area girls will compete this year. Entertainment will be provided by the reigning queens and Mary Selvidge. Published Tuesday, March 17, 2009 10:11 pm
3915.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News We had 95 in Sunday School and a lesson on the birth of Jesus. Our choir sang “God on the Mountain” for the call to worship. Pastor Rogerson welcomed everyone and prayed the invocation. Hymns of worship were “Love Divine” and “I Love to Tell the Story.” By ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, September 16, 2008 10:21 pm
3916.	AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS I am sorry, but due to the rain, and most of our folks staying inside, or should I really say "me" staying inside, our community news will be short and sweet. I know a lot of happenings in the community, but I forgot to ask these people at church on Sunday for permission to write about them and it's too late and I am too tired to call them now. LOL! I am getting slack in my old age. I promise to do better next week. JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, October 7, 2015 10:58 pm
3917.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News Our choir sang “Only Believe” for the call to worship. Pastor Rogerson welcomed everyone and prayed the invocation. Hymns of worship were “Tell It To Jesus” and “Give Of Your Best To The Master”. Our choir special was “Mansion Over The Hilltop”. By ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, July 15, 2008 10:30 pm
3918.	Red Oak to build veterans memorial The Town of Red Oak is working towards constructing a Veterans Memorial at W.B. Ennis Park.Funding for the park was approved in 2018, Red Oak Town Clerk Tracy Shearin said.Shearin said commissioners began talking about the idea for a memorial after the remains of Korean War soldier Private First Class William Hoover Jones, of Whitakers, were identified and returned home from Korea. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 27, 2020 10:31 pm
3919.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Betty Perry Andrews to Crystal Lachelle Jones; Green Heights, Block 16, Lot 12Luis A. Torres Antonetti and Evelyne Rivera to Michael James Garcia and Denise Marie Garcia; Morganshire, Section 5, Lot 28; $540,000Beatrice McNeil, Charlie McNeil and Beatrice D. McNeil to DSV Legacy Estates, LLC; Lot 5, Property of Elma S. Farmer; $110,000 Published Wednesday, December 27, 2023 10:39 pm
3920.	Reader shares view on wage hike While leftwing members of Congress and the Major Media argue for a raise in minimum wages, the Affordable Care Act, under President Obama, has already raised it by $1.64 / hour, and few people noticed. Only those ignorant of market economics clamor for a “living” wage to replace any minimum wage. Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, December 10, 2013 11:00 pm
3921.	SN’s Perry earns Whitley Award STANHOPE -- Southern Nash Middle School’s Casey Perry has been honored as the Dudley Whitley Nash County Coach of the Year for the 2012-13 season.The award was presented by Whitley’s family, was presented to Casey Perry on June 4 at the SNMS Awards Banquet. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, June 11, 2013 10:46 pm
3922.	LETTERS TO SANTA Editor's note: All letters are typed exactly as each child submitted. We did not correct or edit any of their words. Published Wednesday, December 22, 2021 10:48 pm
3923.	SN girls are 1-3-2 this year STANHOPE -- Southern Nash has gotten off to a 1-3-2 start this season in girls prep soccer action. Last week, the Ladybirds fell 1-0 in overtime against North Johnston, which scored on a penalty kick in the initial period of the extra session. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, March 22, 2011 10:59 pm
3924.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPORTS Injury to real property / larceny of central unit was reported at Windchase Drive on 1/14/13 Narcotics violation was reported at 1126 Old Raleigh Wilson Road on 1/14/13 BEI to motor vehicle was reported at 13177 NC 98 on 1/15/13 BEI to residence was reported at 1023 E Hilliardston Road on 1/15/13 Published Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:03 pm
3925.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS The Peachtree Baptist Church Congregation gathered to worship the Lord with our hearts greatly saddened by the senseless attack of the congregation of The Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburg. Our prayers are for the families and friends who who lost their lives and were injured. The Sanctuary flower arrangement today was presented to glorify God by Lawrence and Susan Edwards in loving memory of Thomas Moorefield, Susan's son, whose birthday is October 29th. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, October 31, 2018 10:41 pm
3926.	Spring Hope Elementary School Nash County Public Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2021-2022 school year. The following students at Spring Hope Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, June 29, 2022 10:28 pm
3927.	NNHS Class of 1994 honors soldier Members of Northern Nash High School’s Class of 1994 came together in October for their 20-year class reunion and to celebrate the legacy of classmate Sgt. First Class Tara Whitaker Smith who was killed in 2009 in Afghanistan while supporting Operating Enduring Freedom.Nicole Rizzo, 1994 Student Body President, said though the two were not close, Tara’s death hit her hard. JO ANNE COOPER, GRAPHIC PUBLISHER / Published Tuesday, November 25, 2014 11:48 pm
3928.	Hurricane preperation and safety tips Disasters happen anytime and anywhere. We are in the midst of preparing for a hurricane. Is your family prepared? Prepare a disaster kit for staying at home which should include water, food, clothing, first aid kit, non-prescription medicine, emergency supplies, and sanitation supplies. You will need to store at least 1 gallon of water per person per day. Keep at least a 3-day supply of water for each person in your household. Regina Moseley, NC Cooperative Extension Nash & Edgecombe Counties / Published Wednesday, September 12, 2018 10:48 pm
3929.	American Red Cross seeks blood donations, volunteers This spring, the American Red Cross asks donors to help defend the blood supply by giving blood or platelets now to combat a monstrous fact: only 3 out of 100 people donate blood. That's why Red Cross is teaming up with Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures to celebrate the epic new film, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, and inviting donors to rise together and give blood. When donors share their strength by coming to give March 25-April 7, they'll get an exclusive Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire and Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last. (Details are available at RedCrossBlood.org/GXK.) Published Wednesday, March 27, 2024 10:12 pm*
3930.	Showdown With Sharpsburg ELM CITY -- Perfection -- and the Eastern North Carolina Football League Championship -- will be at stake this Saturday when Nashville travels to Rocky Mount for a title showdown. Neither club has lost in front of the regular season finale, which will be staged at 11 a.m. at The Dawg Pound on the campus of Nash Central High School. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 pm
3931.	Percy Sledge to perform at Dunn Center in Rocky Mount The legendary Percy Sledge, soul and rhythm and blues singer and songwriter, will appear in concert at the Dunn Center on the campus of North Carolina Wesleyan College in Rocky Mount, NC on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 8pm. The most popular era of Percy Sledge’s career dates back to around 1966 when his most famous recording, “When a Man Loves a Woman,” was released on the Atlantic record label. Published Tuesday, January 24, 2012 10:47 pm
3932.	Debu-ette Club kicks off new year The Rocky Mount Debu-ette Club recently kicked off its 2007-08 year with a Mother-Daughter Tea for the freshman class at Englewood United Methodist Church. The incoming freshman class consists of fifty-five girls and five adult advisors. The advisors, pictured with Executive Board Chair Jean Thompson, will devote the next four years to mentoring the girls through community service projects and helping them become leaders in civic and social events. Published Tuesday, September 25, 2007 10:58 pm
3933.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Laurinburg KFC Take Home, Inc. to Quick Services Realco, LLC; property along Stone Rose Avenue (now Lawrence Circle); $3,379,000Axiom Development, LLC to Foundation Home Builders; Walnut Cove Subdivision, Phase 3, Lot 49; $68,500Axiom Development, LLC to Foundation Home Builders; Walnut Cove Subdivision, Phase 3, Lot 48; $68,500Axiom Development, LLC to Foundation Home Builders; Walnut Cove Subdivision, Phase 3, Lot 50; $68,500 Published Wednesday, August 14, 2024 10:13 pm
3934.	High speed chase loops through Nash County A high speed chase that started in Zebulon looped through Nash County before ending in Wendell with the suspect wrecking the 1991 blue Chrysler Lebaron he had stolen. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, December 12, 2006 11:12 pm
3935.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A simple assault was reported on 6/5/16 at 8378 Bray RoadAn assault on a female and simple assault on a female was reported on 6/5/16 at 10144 Old Middlesex RoadA missing person was reported on 6/5/16 on Buck Deans RoadAn assault by pointing a gun was reported on 6/5/16 at 3138 S NC 231 Published Wednesday, June 15, 2016 10:58 pm
3936.	Coaching Tree NASH COUNTY -- Ric Yarbrough has enjoyed the good fortune of playing under some of the area's top basketball coaches, and he's taken lessons from all of them and stored them away for future reference.For Yarbrough, that future is now as the Bunn High School graduate and Franklinton native has been on an upward swing in the coaching profession on the high school, AAU and collegiate levels. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, June 14, 2023 10:47 pm
3937.	Cedar Isle Dairy Farm competes in shows at West Virginia Fair Cedar Isle dairy farm traveled to Lewisburg, West Virginia to compete in the Beef and Dairy Cattle Shows at the West Virginia Fair. Cole Strickland Competed in the Short Horn Beef Cattle Show with “Bella” and took a 6th place. Cole also competed the Ayrshire Competition with “Mollee” and took first place in the Winter Yearling Class. Published Tuesday, November 16, 2010 11:01 pm
3938.	Daughety, Adkins marry Caroline Brandon Daughety of Nashville and Bobby Jo Adkins of Enfield were united in marriage in a private ceremony on Saturday, May 3, 2008 at Lakeside Baptist Church by Dr. Jody C. Wright. Published Tuesday, May 20, 2008 10:39 pm
3939.	RM’s Goodwin verbally commits to North Carolina ROCKY MOUNT -- Rocky Mount junior centerfielder Brian Goodwin has verbally committed to play college baseball for the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Goodwin’s dad revealed the speedy outfielder’s choice of colleges in an e-mail release. The University of South Carolina was also high on Goodwin’s list of schools. By Charles Alston, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, November 13, 2007 10:53 pm
3940.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS The Peachtree Baptist Church Congregation and friends met Sunday.The Sanctuary flower arrangement Sunday was presented to glorify God by Fran and Bob Bunn in honor of her father, Jake's, 94th birthday and their grandson's, Giorgie - 8th, and JR's - 16th birthdays. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, March 6, 2019 10:41 pm
3941.	News update: Nashville’s Board approves two rezoning requests Nashville’s Board approved two rezoning requests during its regular meeting Wednesday night. The meeting, originally held the first Tuesday of the month, was moved to Wednesday because of the elections. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, November 7, 2007 8:03 pm
3942.	Coopers Ruritan socially distances for scholarship presentation The Coopers Ruritan Club typically hosts one meeting each year to announce its scholarship recipients. This year, due to stay-at-home restrictions, that meeting may not take place but that didn't stop Ruritan members from moving forward with announcing this year's scholarship recipients.Coopers Ruritan Club members surprised scholarship recipients on Friday evening at Strawberry City. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 6, 2020 10:50 pm
3943.	Red Oak - Dortches Park is approved for state grant The Town of Red Oak has been granted $500,000 in matching grant monies by the State of North Carolina in order to fund the new Red Oak – Dortches Park, slated to be the first of several new park projects in Nash County. The funds will come from the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund and will be matched with funds from the towns of Red Oak and Dortches. In addition, the park project was earlier awarded $250,000 in federal matching funds to aid in the park construction. By Amelia Harper, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, June 6, 2006 11:54 pm
3944.	Spring Hope plans questionnaire for town merchants SPRING HOPE - In the wake of the first successful Semi-Annual Spring Hope Sweep, Downtown Development Board (DDB) members are looking to build on that momentum with a questionnaire to downtown merchants about what else can be done to beautify the town.Meeting Sept. 16, the Spring Hope DDB discussed results of the first "sweep," Sept. 14, which focused on downtown and Spring Hope park. Approximately 25 people showed up to work, generating 13 bags of weeds and 23 piled of tree limbs. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, September 18, 2024 10:47 pm
3945.	2014 EAST-WEST COACHING LIST GREENSBORO -- The North Carolina Coaches Association has released its coaching list for the upcoming East-West All-Star Games in July of 2014. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, August 6, 2013 11:12 pm
3946.	Local Austism support group provides Christmas gifts Two local families provided Christmas gifts to around 26 autistic kids recently. Chris and Kim Collie, of Nashville, and Michael and Patricia Cooper, of Elm City, raised money through various fundraisers to provide presents for area children on Saturday, December 17 at the West Mount Fire Department. The Collie’s and Cooper’s both have autistic children and started Nash Autism Seeking Hope to offer support for other families in similar situations. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, December 27, 2011 10:50 pm
3947.	ASU announces degrees and Dean's List students RALEIGH -- Two Nash County residents are among the 144 graduate students and 992 undergraduate students who received degrees from Appalachian State University in December 2015. Jazmin Rios, of Rocky Mount, received a Bachelor of Science Business Administration in Accounting. Sarah Ray Weiffenbach, of Rocky Mount, received a Bachelor of Science degree in Commercial Photography. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, January 27, 2016 11:32 pm
3948.	SANDY CROSS NEWS Our schools have been busy with at-home teaching the past 6 weeks and it is time to start winding down the school year. Even though students are at home, the schools have done a tremendous job to keep studies going; to provide meals for students; and to even have some fun.This past week Cooper's Elementary School celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week. EMILY SILLS / Published Wednesday, May 6, 2020 10:50 pm
3949.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS 2012 is now just a memory, but not one that can be put away like Christmas decorations.  Many momentous things occurred in our nation and world last year.  I would like to reflect on some of the events that occurred in Peachtree Church and Community. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, January 8, 2013 10:59 pm
3950.	NASH COUNTY REC REPORT NASH COUNTY -- Listed are updated Nash County Parks and Recreation Spring Season Scores: Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, June 5, 2012 10:54 pm
3951.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Kevin Brown to Donald Ray Bailey and Belinda Bailey; Whitley Crossing, Phase 2, Lot 20; $352,000Jonathan Stokes Powell Jr., Adalia W. Powell, William L. Powell II, William Luther Powell II, Agnes Burhoe Powell, Christian Powell Glasgow and Howard Wilson Glasgow Jr. to Bertie Threesome, LLC; 1.15 acresGeorge G. Bailey and Peggy C. Bailey to George G. Bailey Jr.; 2121 Edinborough Road, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, January 28, 2026 10:32 pm
3952.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS Sunday school began Sunday morning at 9:45 am with opening songs by the audience and Mrs. Frances Hedgepeth at the piano. Church services followed at 10:45 am with Bonnie Matthews at the piano and Mary Lee Bass at the organ. We want to thank these ladies for their faithful attendance and the great blessing they add to our service. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Wednesday, February 11, 2015 11:16 pm
3953.	NN Rallies For Win RED OAK -- Harnett Central’s baseball team had been giant killers all throughout the NCHSAA 3-A playoffs. One-by-one, the Trojans knocked off higher seeds Rocky Mount, Rockingham County and South Granville -- all on the road. Northern Nash looked like another upset victim going into the bottom of the fourth inning of its fourth-round matchup with the boys from Angier. By Charles Alston, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, May 29, 2007 11:15 pm
3954.	KENZIE "SONNY" LINWOOD LANGLEY Published Saturday, December 31, 2022 8:07 pm
3955.	Hot Stove to hold banquet RALEIGH -- The 66th Annual Raleigh Hot Stove League Banquet is slated for January 26 at the McKimmon Center on the campus of North Carolina State University.A silent auction will be held at 5:15 p.m., followed by dinner at 6 p.m.Special guests include Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash and Pat O'Conner, the President of Minor League Baseball.Among the honorees are Chris Archer (Tampa Bay Rays), Pete Bock (Coastal Plain League), Mike Birling (Durham Bulls), Logan Ratledge (North Carolina State University), Steven Scott (Cardinal Gibbons High School), Bill Law (Durham Bulls) and Tim Stevens (Raleigh News and Observer). Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, December 30, 2015 11:07 pm
3956.	NCHS wraps up schedule CARY -- Nash Central's star-studded senior swim class went out in style following strong performances at the Class 2-A East Regional and Class 2-A State Championships, both of which were held recently at the Triangle Aquatic Center in Wake County.At the states, the NCHS girls squad took 27th place overall with 21 points, while the boys closed in the 29th position at 19 markers.Central even boasted a medalist as senior standout Maddie Hart closed out her prolific career by taking fourth place in the Girls 50 Freestyle with a time of 24.98. Staff Reports / Published Thursday, February 13, 2025 2:07 pm
3957.	Tourney time for Nash Co. ROCKY MOUNT -- In Nash County, it’s the one holiday sports treat most area fans cannot resist -- a taste of NEW 6 Conference basketball in a two-day portion. That’s what you’ll get beginning Thursday as the annual Nash County Christmas Tournament gets under way at Rocky Mount High School’s Gymnasium. By Charles Alston, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, December 25, 2007 11:21 pm
3958.	Nash EMS receives Heart Association's Gold Plus Award Nash County EMS has received the American Heart Association's Mission: Lifeline® EMS Gold Plus Award for implementing quality improvement measures for the treatment of patients who experience severe heart attacks.Every year, more than 250,000 people experience an ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) the deadliest type of heart attack caused by a blockage of blood flow to the heart that requires timely treatment. Published Wednesday, June 26, 2019 10:38 pm
3959.	Spencer Stars For NC ROCKY MOUNT -- Spencer Edwards made the most of his senior boys golf season at Nash Central -- and his only one in the Big East Conference.Edwards and his Nash Central teammates had previously competed in the Class 2-A Eastern Plains Conference, but were reclassified into the split 2/3-A Big East before the 2021-22 calendar year. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, May 11, 2022 11:29 pm
3960.	NN BACK FOR MORE RED OAK -- One of the most successful athletic programs in recent memory residing within the borders of Nash County has been the Boys Basketball program on the campus of Northern Nash High School. Seventh-year Head Coach Henry Drake's Northern Nash Knights have won at least 22 games in each of their last four seasons, and have been crowned Class 3-A Big East Conference Champions in either regular season or tournament form in each of the team's last four campaigns. CHANCE PUCKETT, Correspondent / Published Wednesday, December 23, 2020 10:55 am
3961.	NRMS board opposes tax credits for special education The Nash-Rocky Mount Schools (NRMS) board unanimously passed a resolution opposing NC House Bill 344, “Tax Credits For Children With Special Needs,” at their meeting Monday night. This bill would reduce the millions of dollars NRMS currently receives in funding for exceptional children, the resolution states. Michele A. Cruz, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, May 3, 2011 11:53 pm
3962.	Drake honored by LC LOUISBURG -- Fitting that the updated men’s basketball digs at Holton Gymnasium will now be known as the J. Enid Drake Locker Room. After all, nobody has spent more time inside that room than Drake, the Hall of Fame coach whose career at LC spanned over five glorious decades. GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, February 22, 2012 12:15 am
3963.	Spring Hope Elementary School Honor Rolls THIRD GRADE - A HONOR ROLL Addison Bass, Nolan Lincoln, Angela Santamaria, Oliver Scott, Melody Sisson, Ava Whitley and Andrew Zhu Published Wednesday, November 30, 2022 10:36 pm
3964.	Big East golf campaign ends WILSON -- The Big East Conference finished off regular season action with a links match on Monday at Willow Springs Golf Course.Wilson Fike capped off its perfect league schedule by taking first place once again with 327 strokes.Southern Nash was second at 344, followed by Northern Nash (358), Wilson Hunt (362), Rocky Mount (372) and Nash Central (400). Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, April 23, 2013 10:56 pm
3965.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS OCT. 23-27 Nash County Planning and Inspections issued the following building permits from October 23 through 27. Published Wednesday, November 1, 2017 10:19 pm
3966.	New policy set for fire departments Nash County’s Board of Commissioners have made recommendations that will better monitor the finances of county fire departments after a local fire department treasurer was recently charged with embezzling over $100,000 from the department. During the board’s meeting last month, Chairman Robbie Davis requested Finance Director Lynne Anderson meet with County Manager Bob Murphy and Commissioner Wayne Outlaw to develop a policy that would prevent anything like that from happening again. Davis said he felt Outlaw would be helpful because of his experience in community organizations. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, March 10, 2009 10:04 pm
3967.	Dine Out for Communities in Schools is March 15 Communities in Schools (CIS) is once again gearing up for its annual Dine Out event and hopes citizens will make March 15 a day of eating out. Dine Out for Communities in Schools is a program in which local restaurants agree to contribute 10 percent of all sales on a certain day to Communities in Schools. Over $14,000 has been raised since the Dine Out program began. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, March 6, 2012 10:57 pm
3968.	Area men receive state honors Two Edgecombe County residents received state honors at The North Carolina Community Action Association 2011 Annual Conference held May 12, 2011 at the Raleigh Marriott City Center. Pinetops native James H. Collins and Tarboro resident Randolph Lewis were among many North Carolina citizens celebrated at the Black Tie Gala for meritorious service and accomplishment. Contributed / Published Tuesday, June 28, 2011 10:39 pm
3969.	RMA receives grant from DeLeon Carter Foundation Rocky Mount Academy recently received a grant of $4,500.00 from the DeLeon Carter Foundation to be used toward the purchase of a wireless mobile laptop lab. In the spring of 2012, Rocky Mount Academy launched its EDGE Technology Program. All faculty along with Middle and Upper School students have been issued a Lenovo ThinkPad for home and school use. Published Monday, December 23, 2013 11:25 pm
3970.	A TRUE CHALLENGE BUNN - The River Golf Course at Lake Royale in Franklin County always provides a challenging test to high school golfers -- and last Wednesday's Big East Conference match proved to be no different.Only one league links competitor broke 80 -- and that was defending state champion Jake Herring. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, April 3, 2019 10:45 pm
3971.	Deadline for Lights of Love is Nov. 25 Time is running out for those who would like to honor a loved one through the Nash Health Care Volunteer Auxiliary’s Lights of Love, an annual event that raises money for projects that help the entire community. This year, the Lights of Love proceeds will go toward the new Pediatric Emergency Care Center. The Auxiliary has pledged $5,000 a year for the next four years from the Lights of Love project toward the Pediatric Emergency Care Center. Published Tuesday, November 15, 2011 10:50 pm
3972.	Bridge dedicated to former transportation official A former 12-year veteran on the N.C. Board of Transportation is being lauded for his commitment to improving transportation, promoting collaboration and innovation and helping communities.The Sunset Avenue bridge over Wesleyan Boulevard in Rocky Mount was dedicated recently to Gus Tulloss, who served on the state transportation board from 2008 until his retirement last year. Contributed / Published Wednesday, September 1, 2021 10:36 pm
3973.	RED OAK NEWS Many from the community gathered on Sunday, November 20 for the annual Community Thanksgiving Celebration at Red Oak United Methodist Church. The church was filled and everyone enjoyed the music, fellowship, and the Thanksgiving message brought by Rev. Nate James of Red Oak Baptist Church. The offering that night went to help the Lynch family who lost their home in a fire. If you would like to make a donation for this family you may make checks payable to Red Oak UMC and mail them to Red Oak UMC, Attn. Lynch Family Fund, PO Box 66, Red Oak, NC 27868. SUZY PEARCE / Published Thursday, December 1, 2016 12:14 am
3974.	Historic Preservation Society holds inaugural meeting RED OAK -- A group in Red Oak want to use the town's history to help build its future. The Red Oak Area Historic Preservation Society recently formed and held its formal organization meeting last Thursday, September 29. Officers elected include Dr. Diane Price Fleming as President, Linda Fisher as Vice President, Carolyn M. Vick as Secretary and Agnes B. Moore as Treasurer. Published Wednesday, October 5, 2016 10:42 pm
3975.	RMA student earns scholarship Lauren Elizabeth Seale, daughter of Roger and Dionne Seale, has been awarded this year’s Ann MacPherson Weaver Memorial Scholarship at Rocky Mount Academy. Currently an eighth grader at G. R. Edwards Middle School, Seale will attend RMA in the fall on a full-tuition scholarship, valued at over $45,000 for four years. Published Tuesday, May 20, 2014 10:55 pm
3976.	Memories of one of the greatest teachers of all time It seems appropriate that on the last weekday before a new school year began, I ran into one of the greatest teachers of all time — Bonnie Kane — in the grocery store. Although I hadn’t seen Ms. Kane in the better part of a decade, it was ironic to run into her not long after having mentioned her in a recent column. And remarkable that she could remember so many things about a 9th grade class 20-plus years after the fact. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, August 28, 2007 11:22 pm
3977.	WILLIAM JENNINGS HOLLAND SR. (May 20, 1930 – July 6, 2006) ROCKY MOUNT – Williams Jennings Holland Sr., 76, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2006. He was born May 20, 1930 in Nash County, the son of the late Bud and Pattie Thorne Holland. He was a faithful member of Red Oak Baptist Church where he enjoyed singing in the choir. He was co-owner of W.C. Reid Music Co. for 27 years. He continued his passion of servicing and tuning pianos until the very end. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by a sister, Eloise Collier, and two brothers, Wilber W. Holland and Milliard Avery Holland. Published Wednesday, July 12, 2006 2:56 am
3978.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS It was a beautiful Sunday morning at Peachtree. Our Trinity Chimes rang calling the Peachtree faithful to church for the 9/11 Patriot's Day Worship ServiceThe Sanctuary flower arrangement was presented to glorify God by Cheryl and Doug Hayes in loving memory of Betty Burg and Melvin and Annie Hayes. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, September 12, 2018 10:48 pm
3979.	NFDA Reverse Raffle nets $19,000 The Nashville Fire District Auxiliary Reverse Raffle brought in around $19,000 for Nashville’s Fire Department to utilize in programs. The raffle, held on May 30 at Nash Community College, was the auxiliary’s fourth and is the largest fundraiser held each year. Published Tuesday, June 17, 2008 10:29 pm
3980.	In Their Own Words seniors reflect on potential end to careers: Elisabeth Collie When I was younger, all throughout elementary school I would go to summer camps. These camps would range to ones about cooking, golf, art and softball. I wasn't sure of which activity would be the one that I fell in love with, if there would even be one at all. I think this all changed for me when I went to my first Ladybird Softball Camp held at Southern Nash High School. Published Wednesday, April 1, 2020 10:58 pm
3981.	Locals honor those fallen at Memorial Day service NASHVILLE- Surrounded by more than 800 small American flags set on the graves of veterans, more than fifty people turned out for the annual Memorial Day Service conducted Sunday, May 25th, at Nashville's Forest Hills Cemetery. The event was sponsored by Nashville American Legion Post 110.Remembrance and gratitude were common themes shared by those present, including Post 110 members and local clergy. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 28, 2025 10:10 pm
3982.	Strickland named to ‘Great 100 Inc.’ When she was 12 years old, Mary Strickland had to write a school English paper on the topic of what she wanted to do when she grew up. While many at that age may still be working through the fantasies of becoming movie stars, Strickland was already moving toward a choice that she says was much more than a career---it was a calling. Published Tuesday, September 18, 2007 11:31 pm
3983.	Strickland named to ‘Great 100 Inc.’ When she was 12 years old, Mary Strickland had to write a school English paper on the topic of what she wanted to do when she grew up. While many at that age may still be working through the fantasies of becoming movie stars, Strickland was already moving toward a choice that she says was much more than a career---it was a calling. Published Tuesday, September 11, 2007 11:08 pm
3984.	Rachel "Annette" Harris Lee Published Monday, June 23, 2025 9:08 pm
3985.	SURVIVOR RED OAK RED OAK -- Say what you want about Northern Nash's up-and-down performance during last Friday's home football playoff matchup against Pittsboro Northwood.But the bottom line -- as in the final score -- ended up in Northern Nash's favor as the Knights used a clutch late touchdown drive to slip past Northwood by a 24-17 margin at historic Death Valley on the NNHS campus. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, November 10, 2021 10:40 pm
3986.	Nash Central baseball squad to open Feb. 27 ROCKY MOUNT -- Nash Central High School will begin its baseball season Feb. 7 at home against the Wilson Hunt Warriors. NC's complete schedule is as follows (home games are listed in CAPS): From Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, January 2, 2007 11:09 pm
3987.	Nash County freezes Sheriff's funds Nash County Sheriff Keith Stone said recent actions taken by Nash County Commissioners are hindering the work of his department. Nash County Commissioners put a freeze on spending at the Sheriff's Office, asking that all purchases be pre-approved by the Nash County Manager and Nash County Finance Director. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, January 1, 2020 10:02 pm
3988.	ECU Pirates swept versus FIU GREENVILLE -- Tyler Hibbert’s two-RBI single in the eighth inning lifted FIU to a 2-1 victory and a series sweep over East Carolina University on Sunday afternoon in Conference USA baseball action at Lewis Field inside Clark-LeClair Stadium. With the win, the Panthers improve to 34-12 on the season and 14-10 in league play, while the Pirates fall to 28-21 and 13-11. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, May 7, 2014 12:40 am
3989.	NCWC continues winning streak FERRUM, VA. -- North Carolina Wesleyan College never trailed en route to a 67-58 USA South Conference men's basketball win at Ferrum College last Saturday. The victory is the Bishops' 8th straight and gives them a league-leading 10-2 record in conference play.Despite never leading, the Panthers did manage to force five ties in the first half, the latter coming at 24-24 with 2:54 remaining in the period. NCWC sophomore Adrian Moore proceeded to reel off the game's next six points to give his Bishops a 30-24 lead at the break. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, February 17, 2016 10:44 pm
3990.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS DECEMBER 17 - 28 Nash County Planning and Inspections issued the following building permits from December 17 through 28. Published Wednesday, January 2, 2019 10:49 pm
3991.	Percy Sledge to perform at Dunn Center in Rocky Mount The legendary Percy Sledge, soul and rhythm and blues singer and songwriter, will appear in concert at the Dunn Center on the campus of North Carolina Wesleyan College in Rocky Mount, NC on Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 8 p.m. The most popular era of Percy Sledge’s career dates back to around 1966 when his most famous recording, “When a Man Loves a Woman,” was released on the Atlantic record label. This one song launched his first national tour and he remained a sought after artist for many years following. Published Tuesday, March 11, 2014 11:12 pm
3992.	We'll always remember Paul Wrenn came close to being one of the soldiers remembered on Memorial Day. And though there are memories of his days as a soldier during World War II, the Nashville resident sometimes has trouble remembering them because of his efforts to forget. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, May 31, 2006 12:37 am
3993.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS JULY 25-29 Nash County Planning and Inspections issued the following building permits from July 25 through 29. Published Wednesday, August 3, 2016 10:37 pm
3994.	Holland leaves My Sister’s House In just over a week, Meredith Holland will begin a new journey that will take her away from her leadership role with My Sister’s House. Holland’s last day as the Executive Director of My Sister’s House is January 30. She has served in that role since 1996 but been with the organization for 23 years. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, January 21, 2015 10:55 pm
3995.	Letters to Santa Dear Santa, My name is Tristan Murray. I am 4 years old. For Christmas, I would be excited to get a Batman Cave, a drum set, a basketball goal, hunting stuff and Legos and building blocks. I love Santa Claus and your elves. I hope the elf will visit again this year. Oh yeah, I love Rudolf too! Published Tuesday, December 20, 2011 11:12 pm
3996.	Protecting our service members from bad actors As we celebrated our nation on the 4th of July, we must also remember those who work to keep us safe. July is Military Consumer Month, a good time to highlight the work my office does to protect our service members from scams and fraud.Unfortunately, members of the armed forces are especially vulnerable to being victims of scams and frauds. Attorney General Josh Stein / Published Wednesday, July 11, 2018 10:35 pm
3997.	Soccer’s campaign resumes NASH COUNTY -- Top to bottom, this might be one of the most competitive seasons in Big East Conference girls soccer history. With even the historically lower-rung teams sporting strong non-conference records, there are few guarantees in league matches this spring. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, April 9, 2013 11:13 pm
3998.	Family donates train bell to Town of Momeyer A solid brass bell that used to signify the comings and goings of a train hauling lumber in Momeyer many years ago was recently donated to the Town of Momeyer to display. The bell belonged to Sharon Edwards Gagliano, who was the granddaughter of Nero Edwards, who purchased the bell at an auction. “It was left for me,” Gagliano said on Friday at Momeyer’s Town Hall. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Tuesday, November 25, 2014 11:48 pm
3999.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS D.R. Horton, Inc. to Sandra Marie Barth-Shaum, Sandra Marie Barth Shawm; Saddlebrook Subdivision, Phase 1-B, Lot 106Mitzie C. Brantley to Manuel Rodrigues; 5039 Frazier Road, Spring Hope; $75,000Linda W. Brannan and Jeffrey G. Brannan to Laura Cheree Clontz; Section II, Fairfield, Block A, Lot 8Joyce E Bull to Kim Saunders Bobbitt; Section 3, Englewood Subdivision, Block M, Lot 10 Published Wednesday, November 12, 2025 10:31 pm
4000.	MADELEINE TAYLOR FRAZIER Mrs. Madeleine Taylor Frazier age 87 of Nashville, passed away peacefully, Tuesday August 11, 2015. Published Wednesday, August 12, 2015 12:33 pm