The Nashville Graphic

4101.	ELSIE MAE BENSON May 31, 1913 – July 20, 2008 NASHVILLE - Elsie Mae Benson, 95, passed away July 20, 2008. She was born May 31, 1913 in Castalia, NC daughter of the late A.A. Drake and Claire Christine Collins. She grew up in Spring Hope, NC where she attended Spring Hope School and graduated with honors as valedictorian of her senior class. She graduated from East Carolina College and Atlantic Christian College. Published Tuesday, July 29, 2008 10:52 pm
4102.	HOPE celebrates three years The HOPE Initiative of Nash County celebrated its three-year-anniversary on Saturday evening on the steps of the Nash County Courthouse.A candelight ceremony was held to honor the 462 participants who have come through the program since its inception and to also remember those who have lost their battle with substance abuse disorders. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 13, 2019 10:53 pm
4103.	RED OAK NEWS Several ladies from Red Oak Baptist Church attended the Adopt-a-Dorm Bible Study at Fountain Correctional Center in Rocky Mount on Monday, Nov. 5. Jean Mellor led the study with Audrey Pearce, Nell Boone, Hazel Hill, and Marion Hawkins also participating. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:12 am
4104.	East Carolina wraps up strong weekend GREENVILLE - East Carolina continued its hot hitting hand Sunday after noon pounding out 10 hits and scoring 11 runs in an 11-4 win over Duke in the final game of the ECU Invitational at Clark-LeClair Stadium. With the win, the Pirates improve to 5-5 on the season while Duke drops to 9-1. From Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, February 28, 2007 12:04 am
4105.	Southern Nash Middle School Honor Rolls SIXTH GRADE - A HONOR ROLL Lukas Ballance, Mia Ballance, Addison Bartley, Avery Bass, Nathan Batten, Amelia Boykin, William Brantley, Julian Cano, Zoe Comerford, Cameron Deans, Isabel Eigner, Jonathan Guzman-Aguilera, Elisabeth Hacker, Samuel Hardy, Grace Leake, Landon Liles, Kameron Price, Brooklyn Rice, Karen Salazar Alfaro, Rayven Sanford, Dakota Sawrey and Nate Seward Published Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:26 pm
4106.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS SEPTEMBER 7-10 Chevy Chase One, LLC to William Madle Robinson; Lot 3, Block B, Ridgecrest, Section 1Charlie Ray Darnell Wheless and Patricia Ann Howard Wheless to Lakeisha Renee Wheless; one acreClifton Hall and Iris Franklin Hall to Clifton Hall and Iris Franklin Hall; one acre Published Wednesday, September 15, 2021 10:25 pm
4107.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPORTS An injury to real property was reported on 11/17/14 at 222 W Washington StreetA damage to personal property was reported on 11/18/14 at 7253 NC 48A fraud was reported on 11/18/14 at 3477 South NC 231A breaking, entering and larceny were reported on 11/18/14 at 9464 Beaver Dam Road Published Wednesday, December 3, 2014 11:40 pm
4108.	Nash Co. kicks off year PINETOPS -- The Nash County Jr. Firebirds kicked off their Eastern North Carolina Football League season last Saturday against the homestanding SouthWest Edgecombe Cougars. In the rookie game, the Firebirds got off to a great start with Jordan Vick taking the first play from scrimmage 80 yards for the score. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, September 10, 2014 10:49 pm
4109.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News Brother Bob Watkins welcomed everyone to Sunday School and reported 85 in attendance including 1 visitor. Ryan Marlowe read the Bible verse for today. ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:43 pm
4110.	Postal and parking woes continue to exist Apparently my recent conversations and emails to Greensboro regarding Rocky Mount's postal delivery issues helped some as many of you have reported a timely delivery last week. However I know many of you are still experiencing issues.We will continue to monitor the issue, but please continue to give us updates. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, April 14, 2021 10:39 pm
4111.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS I hope everyone had a good week. We have had a really hot weather so be cautious when being outside for a long time. Our Sunday School Sunday morning began at 9:45 with Mrs. Frances Hedgepeth at the piano. After our opening song, Kenneth Massengale, one of our elders, spoke to us, filling us in on some of the upcoming events for the week. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, June 17, 2014 11:04 pm
4112.	Joyner to speak at Nashville Chamber event Nashville's Chamber of Commerce will add a new person to its list of Distinguished Citizens at a special event on Thursday, March 3. The 25th annual Distinguished Citizen event will be held at Nash Arts and is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served at 6:30 p.m. prior to the ceremony which will begin at 7 p.m.In addition to recognizing the 2016 Distinguished Citizen, the event also recognizes past recipients. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, February 24, 2016 11:09 pm
4113.	RED OAK NEWS The children and chaperones from Red Oak Baptist Church had a great time at Camp Caraway recently! There were 19 children and 5 chaperones who attended. Campers reported that they enjoyed the missionary and various recreational activities. They thanked everyone who supported them through their fundraisers to make their trip possible. They are already looking forward to next year! SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, August 7, 2019 10:36 pm
4114.	CROP Program receives new telemetry equipment New state-of-the-art telemetry equipment will provide exercise specialists with a valuable tool to help rehabilitation patients at Nash Health Care. The equipment is used as a part of the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Program (CROP), housed at the HealthFirst Rehabilitation and Fitness Center. CROP is a state-regulated, medically supervised and EKG-monitored program designed for individuals with cardiovascular and pulmonary-related complications. Patients enrolled in the CROP program may have had previous heart attacks, angina or coronary by-pass surgery and/or pulmonary (lung) complications such as COPD, asthma or emphysema. Published Tuesday, September 9, 2008 10:07 pm
4115.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A call for service was reported on 6/30/20 at 10469 Gaskill Farm Road, WhitakersAn assault on a female was reported on 7/1/20 at 1336 Exum Road, NashvilleA call for service was reported on 6/29/20 at 1801 Leesfield Lane, Bailey Published Wednesday, July 8, 2020 10:40 pm
4116.	'Dogs wrap up play in Tarboro TARBORO -- Many Nash Central baseball fans thought that this might be the Bulldogs' year at the 14th Annual Tarboro Classic at Municipal Stadium. But for the second straight year, Nash Central had a bumpy opening round game to throw it into the consolation bracket. Two wins there put the Bulldogs in the fifth place spot for a second consecutive year. By Charles Alston, Graphic Correspondent / Published Wednesday, April 18, 2007 12:15 am
4117.	Barton College announces 2011 graduates Two hundred and thirty-five Barton College seniors received diplomas on Sunday, May 22, during the school’s 109th annual commencement exercises. Participating in the ceremony were students who completed their baccalaureate degree requirements in December 2010 and May 2011, as well as candidates who expect to fulfill requirements over the summer. Published Tuesday, June 21, 2011 10:43 pm
4118.	East Carolina University announces Nash County honor students East Carolina University has announced Nash County residents as those named to the Dean’s List, Chancellor’s List and Honor Roll for the Spring 2008 semester. Published Tuesday, June 3, 2008 10:21 pm
4119.	Nashville council agrees to explore social districts Nashville's Town Council agreed to move forward with the process of establishing social districts in two areas of town but want more input from the community before standing fully behind the idea. The idea of establishing a social district in downtown and at the Nashville Junction was recommended by the Downtown Nashville Strong Advisory Board. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, August 2, 2023 10:12 pm
4120.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News Brother Bob welcomed everyone to Sunday school. Caleb Whitford read the scripture verse for today. Thank you , Caleb. He is a new Christian and a willing worker. ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, November 18, 2008 10:38 pm
4121.	Mudcats’ comeback falls short WOODBRIDGE, VA. -- The Carolina Mudcats made a valiant comeback, but were foiled by Oscar Tejeda’s moon shot in the last of the 11th during a Class A Carolina League baseball showdown against the Potomac Nationals. Tejada’s second home run of the night vaulted the Nationals to a 6-5 win on Sunday evening at Pfitzner Stadium. The Mudcats (19-18, 48-57) lost their sixth straight as the Nationals (20-15, 58-46) swept the three-game series. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, July 29, 2014 10:52 pm
4122.	Opry set for March 4th The Nashville Business and Professional Women's (BPW) Club have been giving out scholarships to area youth for over 30 years. Each year, money is raised for the scholarship fund through one fund raising event; the Elsie Clark Memorial Nashville Opry. The Opry has been a successful fund raiser for the club for over 30 years as well and this year, the club hopes the success will continue. This year's Opry is set for Friday, March 4 from 6 until 10 p.m. at Nash Arts. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, February 24, 2016 11:09 pm
4123.	AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS One definition of strong is "not easily defeated." That will be the new name of our community news. I can't think of one single word thaT describes us Aventonians any better than the word strong.For an itty bitty community, Aventon has so much to be proud of. Family is so important to Aventonians and never more has it been present than today......right now! JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, May 13, 2015 11:32 pm
4124.	Nash County Republican Party holds GOP Aware meeting Nash County Republicans gathered last Thursday, January 14th in the Warner Conference Room of Braswell Library for another GOP Aware meeting.Andrew Pardue addressed the crowd. A native of Nash County, Pardue attended Nash Rocky Mount Public Schools until he graduated from Nash Central High. Currently a senior at Harvard, Pardue has interned for Beverly Perdue, Mike Huckabee, and others. Recently, he served as the social media coordinator for Senator Thom Tillis. Jessica A. Smith, Graphic Correspondent / Published Wednesday, January 20, 2016 11:10 pm
4125.	High, Hyde unite in marriage Kimberly Ann High and Judd Anson Hyde were married November 21, 2009 at Momeyer Baptist Church, Momeyer. The officiating ministers for the 5 p.m. traditional ceremony were Pastor Paul Arnold and Pastor Frank Duncan. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dean High of Bailey. The groom’s parents are Mrs. Vicky Hyde and the late Trent Hyde of Nashville. Published Tuesday, December 22, 2009 11:17 pm
4126.	Carolina Mudcats now in 1st place JACKSON, TENN. -- Tom Cochran won his fourth straight start, while Carolina pounded out 15 hits en route to a 9-1 victory over West Tenn at Pringles Park last Saturday night in a Class AA Southern League baseball matchup. The Mudcats (11-8) overtook sole possession of first place with their third win in four games over West Tenn (6-13). Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, July 13, 2010 11:55 pm
4127.	Commissioners hear proposal on memorial for Billy Morgan Nash County Commissioners received the first proposal on a commemorative courtyard marker that will honor the late Commissioner Billy Morgan. The proposal came in at a higher price tag than commissioners anticipated, Assistant County Manager Stacie Shatzer told commissioners at their November 20 meeting. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, November 29, 2017 11:39 pm
4128.	Hurricanes hire a new coach RALEIGH -- Ron Francis, Executive Vice President and General Manager of the National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes, has announced that Bill Peters has been named the team’s head coach. Peters will be the 13th man to serve as head coach for the franchise, and the fourth since the team’s arrival in North Carolina. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, June 24, 2014 10:51 pm
4129.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS This past Sunday Peachtree Baptist Church congregation, family, and friends met to worship our Lord. The sanctuary flower arrangement Sunday was presented to glorify God by Tanya Pitts in loving memory of her husband, Harry N. Pitts, and her parents, Willard and Mary Winstead. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, August 21, 2019 10:34 pm
4130.	What, or who, really ignited the gas crisis? In one local town, unleaded gas was $2.09 Sunday morning on the drive to church. By the time most Protestants were headed to their mama's house or a nearby restaurant, the price had changed to $2.29.The cynical parishioner might have thought, "That was one long sermon."In much the same way that a storm brewing on the coast of Africa can be portrayed as the end of western civilization by the national news media, the gas shortage might send us into a situation similar to a Mad Max movie in a matter of days. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, September 21, 2016 10:31 pm
4131.	Central salutes legends ROCKY MOUNT -- Nash Central High School added a bit of a twist to its 2015 Spring Sports Athletic Awards Ceremony last Thursday.In addition to honoring some of the school's top athletes, NCHS also inducted the initial class into its Athletics Hall of Fame."It was something that has been talked about,'' said NC Athletic Director Michael Mosley. "It was pretty much something we needed to do."The school is 13 years old now, and it was time to start honoring some of these people. I talked with the booster club about it and mentioned it to the coaches -- we decided to go through with it.'' GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, May 27, 2015 10:39 pm
4132.	Spring Hope Elementary Honor Rolls Nash County Public Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the first semester of the 2020 -2021 school year. The following students at Spring Hope Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Tuesday, November 24, 2020 10:55 pm
4133.	Post 58 Wins Playoff Opener ROCKY MOUNT -- Rocky Mount Post 58 was in a real dogfight in the opening game of its American Legion Area I East playoff series with New Bern Post 24 Monday evening -- until the sixth inning. After leading 5-2, the home fans at Gryphon Stadium were on edge after seeing a 5-1 lead dwindle to 5-4. CHARLES ALSTON, Graphic Correspondent / Published Wednesday, July 7, 2010 7:34 am
4134.	Ministry hosts Cancer Fund Run Nine years ago, the Guardians of the Cross Bikers Ministry started a fund-raiser to help families dealing with cancer. The goal was to raise at least $1,000 to give to two families. Last Saturday morning, the Guardians of the Cross were able to give over $1,300 to three families. The Cancer Fund Run was initially started by Guardians co-founder Danny “Preacher Man” James. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:12 am
4135.	Major drug supplier sent to prison for 15 years A Nash County man accused of being the chief supplier of cocaine and meth in Nashville, Spring Hope and Castalia has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.Sean Jermaine Mills, 41, was an armed drug trafficker with direct connections to Mexican cartels when authorities began to investigate him in mid 2020.Mills was arrested in May 2022 and pleaded guilty in federal court in November 2022 to conspiring to distribute methamphetamine, possessing methamphetamine with the intent to distribute and possessing a firearm to further his drug trafficking activity, according to court records. LINDELL KAY, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 15, 2023 10:53 pm
4136.	RMA seniors recognized for outstanding performance Three Rocky Mount Academy seniors have been recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation for outstanding performance on the 2010 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. The PSAT/NMSQT® served as an initial screen of program entrants for the 2012 competition. Published Tuesday, October 25, 2011 11:44 pm
4137.	Coopers High School hosts 91st Alumni Banquet The Coopers High School 91st Alumni Association banquet was held Saturday, April 26 at the Coopers School gymnasium. A social was held from 4-5 p.m. President Janice Worrell welcomed everyone. One-hundred eighty alumni and guest attended the event.The oldest alumni were Carlton Cockrell 1950, Carolyn Moseley Lindsey 1951, Davis Eugene Bottoms 1952, Lauris Joyner 1953, Redfin Winstead 1953, Tempie Poland Dillard 1954, and Myra Jo Stallings 1954. Contributed by Erma Pridgen / Published Wednesday, May 14, 2025 10:23 pm
4138.	Dancing with the ARTS is February 24th Practice is underway for the fourth annual Dancing with the Arts event, which is set for Friday, February 24 at 7 p.m. at Nash Arts. This year's celebrity couples include Nashville's Police Chief Tom Bashore and his daughter, Melanie, Nashville Fire Battalion Chief Jason Edwards and his wife, Ashley and former Nash County Sheriff Dick Jenkins and his daughter-in-law Kelly. Other couples dancing include Trevor and Tiffany Delano, Mark and Lisa Carpenter and Casey and Brittany Pierce. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, January 18, 2017 10:29 pm
4139.	Braswell elected president of NARSA Chuck Braswell of Rocky Mount Radiator and Air Conditioning, Inc. has been elected to serve as President of the National Automotive Radiator Service Association (NARSA). The formal announcement was made at the NARSA 54th Annual Convention and Trade Show, held recently in Las Vegas, Nevada which attracts the world's leading heat transfer industry professionals. Published Wednesday, January 31, 2007 12:05 am
4140.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A larceny after a breaking and entering and felony breaking and entering was reported on 5/26/20 at 11500 Red Bud Road, CastaliaA damage to real property and felony breaking and entering was reported on 5/25/20 at 11601 Camp Charles Road, BaileyA felony breaking and entering was reported on 5/26/20 at 13705 NC 98, Spring Hope Published Wednesday, June 3, 2020 10:44 pm
4141.	Teams ready for DBAP contest DURHAM -- The Durham Bulls, in conjunction with the athletic departments of the University of North Carolina and NC State University, have announced a one-time neutral site showdown between the two national baseball powers at the newly renovated Durham Bulls Athletic Park. \The “Duel at the DBAP” will be the lone regular season meeting between the Tar Heels and Wolfpack, taking place on April 15 at 7 p.m. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, January 21, 2014 11:08 pm
4142.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News We had good attendance in Sunday school today with 3 visitors. Welcome to each of you. Brother Bob welcomed everyone to Sunday school and said “Its a good day to be in the house of God.” His thought for the day was “As a parent, you have to establish yourself as the leader early on and then work yourself out of a job thereafter.” Scripture that inspired this thought: Isaiah 48:17 “I am the Lord your God who teaches you what is best for you, who directs you in the way you should go. “ What a wonderful thought. By ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, September 23, 2008 10:35 pm
4143.	School system releases year end testing data The Nash-Rocky Mount School Board released an end-of-year assessment data review at the school board workshop on Monday, indicating slow growth in most areas, but revealing that fewer than 50 percent of students meet state proficiency requirements overall. The data was compiled from the End of Grade and End of Course testing done at the end of the 2013-2014 school year. AMELIA HARPER, GRAPHIC CORRESPONDENT / Published Wednesday, November 5, 2014 10:47 pm
4144.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News We had 94 in attendance for Sunday school, including two visitors and one new member. Welcome to everyone. We hope you enjoyed studying God’s word with us. Come again. By ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, January 22, 2008 10:49 pm
4145.	Beulah Community News I hope you all have had a safe and happy week. Be careful if you are outside in this extremely hot weather. Even inside, be sure to stay in an air conditioned area if possible. If not, please use your fans and drink plenty of liquids. The rain was really a welcomed sight but let’s remember those who were injured or lost property in the storms that accompanied the rain. The weekend was a little cooler and I hope everyone was blessed with a nice weekend. By WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, August 14, 2007 11:13 pm
4146.	NRMS School Board changes meeting times The Nash-Rocky Mount School Board chose to retain the same chair and vice-chair as it approaches a new year with four new members on board. Evelyn Bulluck will retain her seat as Chairman of the Board while Franklin Lamm will serve another term as Vice-Chair. However, the school board did decide to change its current meeting times back to a schedule similar to one held in the past. AMELIA HARPER, GRAPHIC CORRESPONDENT / Published Wednesday, January 14, 2015 10:48 pm
4147.	GREAT REGION RUN GREENVILLE -- Sometimes, the journey is more important -- and more rewarding -- than the destination.That was the case for the Nash County All-Stars at the annual Babe Ruth 13-15 Southeast Regional Baseball Tournament, which was held last week at history Guy Smith Stadium in Pitt County.The All-Stars roared through four overmatched opponents in dominant fashion to move into last Saturday's winner-take-all finale against Sarasota, which happened to be the defending tournament champion. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, August 2, 2017 9:47 pm
4148.	Flag raised in honor of Nash County veteran The Joint Veterans Committee of Nash and Edgecombe Counties hosted its monthly flag-raising ceremony on Saturday to honor two local veterans. A flag was lowered and retired and presented to the family of Samuel Manin Bass, who was honored in April. A flag was then raised in honor of John J. Walker, PFC, US Army. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, June 20, 2018 11:03 pm
4149.	Tourney A Success ROCKY MOUNT -- September 22 was an absolutely beautiful day for the Duke K.I.D.S. Golf Tournament sponsored by the West Mount Ruritan Club.A total of golfers took to the greens at Belmont Lake Golf Club for an afternoon of fun as they raised $14,150 for Duke Children's Hospital. Winners were: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, October 25, 2017 10:14 pm
4150.	Nash County Deed Transfers February 22-26, 2021 The following deed transfers were reported in Nash County from February 22-26, 2021 Published Wednesday, March 3, 2021 10:30 pm
4151.	Heroes to be honored in Nashville HEROES FIELD OF HONOR IS SEPT. 4-11 Driving out of town on South First Street, NC Hwy 58 S, you'll notice a field on the right, which sits empty, begin to transition with a landscape of over 250 American Flags this week. Beginning today, Sept. 4th, flags will stand in honor of local heroes including military, first responders, teachers, coaches - anyone who has made an impact on our lives. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, September 3, 2025 10:23 pm
4152.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS I hope everyone is being careful in this extremely hot weather. Try to stay as cool as possible. Don’t leave any children or animals in a parked car, not even for a few minutes. The heat is really dangerous. I pray everyone will stay safe and healthy. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, July 26, 2011 10:51 pm
4153.	Local choir to hold event at Courthouse A local church’s community choir hopes to bring healing to Downtown Nashville next week during a special event on the courthouse steps. “New View” will be held on Tuesday, December 23 at noon on the steps of the Nash County Courthouse. The event will feature singing, dancing and remarks from various people. The focus of the event is to bring healing to the community, said Lisa Webb, the choir director for Selah!, the Community Choir at Church on the Rise. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 17, 2014 11:22 pm
4154.	Ephesus Community News Rev. Tony Futrell’s message on Sunday morning during the worship hour was, “United We Stand, Divided We Fall,” taken from 1 Corinthians 1:10-18. Unity is very important in all churches and also love one another. By LOTTIE LOU DICKENS / Published Tuesday, February 26, 2008 11:01 pm
4155.	Red Oak advances to finals RED OAK -- If ever there was a club destined for an opportunity for redemption, it's the Red Oak Middle School baseball team.Last year, the tradition-rich Tigers appeared on the verge of a Tri-County Conference championships after soaring to a double-digit runs lead in the opening inning of the league title showdown at Elm City. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, May 8, 2019 10:44 pm
4156.	Wachovia standings released CHAPEL HILL -- Listed are the Top 10 in each classification (through the completion of fall sports) for the North Carolina High School Athletic Association's Wachovia Cup all-points championship: From Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, December 27, 2006 12:06 am
4157.	Spring Hope Elementary School honor rolls Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the third semester of the 2019-2020 school year.The following students at Spring Hope Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, May 13, 2020 10:44 pm
4158.	Let's not forget those responsible for our freedoms Normally on a day as beautiful as Sunday was, you wouldn't catch me inside on the sofa watching television, but due to spring allergies and a touch of the flu, or something similar, I quickly became a couch potato, dozing much of the day. Joanne Cooper / Published Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:57 pm
4159.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Sheila Ann Johnson, Sheila Tomlinson and Sheila Ann Tomlinson to Sheila Ann Johnson and Harry Stanley Johnson; 9066 Fox Run Road, Bailey Frederic E. Privette to 39 South Properties, LLC; Big Woods Subdivision, Lot 1Ryial Constain Mills, Courtney Mills Ervin, The Margaret Mills Trust, Courtney Mills Ervin, Archie Ervin, Archie Wilson Ervin, Christopher K. Mills and Anita Petteway Mills to Jeffery Constain Mills; 210 and 212 West Franklin Street, Spring Hope, 7654 Ash Street, 602 First Street, Spring Hope, 4410 Macedonia Road, Spring Hope, Published Wednesday, February 25, 2026 8:10 pm
4160.	RM hosts awards ceremony ROCKY MOUNT - Rocky Mount High School celebrated its student athletes with its annual athletic banquet last Thursday evening at the school’s main gym -- the last one ever to be held on the campus. Athletic Director Mike Gainey served as Master of Ceremonies, but he and wife, girls basketball coach Pam Gainey, were shocked early on in the proceedings when they were both honored with the third annual Dudley Whitley Award. CHARLES ALSTON, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, May 29, 2012 10:46 pm
4161.	Rocky Mount duo sentenced for jewelry store robberies A Rocky Mount man and woman were sentenced to 10 years in prison for two jewelry store robberies that occurred in 2017. Chief United States District Judge Terrence W. Boyle sentenced Jaquin Jamal Pratt, 20, and Nikita Shontel Taylor, 26, of Rocky Mount, to 120 months imprisonment, followed by three years of supervised release and 87 months imprisonment, followed by three years of supervised release. Published Wednesday, March 20, 2019 10:48 pm
4162.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News Brother Bob welcomed everyone to church Sunday and reported we had 95 in attendance including two visitors. Alice Farmer read the Bible verse for today. ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, September 22, 2009 11:15 pm
4163.	Community support continues to be strong It’s been a busy time around the area lately. Relay for Life wrapped up its annual event on April 26th, attracting the largest number of participants and visitors ever. Volunteers are still working to finish up fundraising, and I’m sure they’ll gear right back up to begin planning for the 2009 Relay, which is what it takes to continue a successful event. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, May 7, 2008 2:31 am
4164.	Local students receive NC 4-H Scholarships As college and university students return to campus this month, a number of them have received scholarship assistance from the North Carolina 4-H Development Fund. The foundation has awarded $117,075 scholarships to students from 40 of North Carolina’s 100 counties, including Nash County. Published Tuesday, August 27, 2013 10:51 pm
4165.	Mudcats earn a victory versus Nationals WOODBRIDGE, VA. -- Erik Gonzalez hammered a two-out triple to the left-center wall that scored two runs for the Carolina Mudcats in a 5-2, 10-inning victory over the Potomac Nationals on Sunday night at Pfitzner Stadium in a Class A Carolina League baseball showdown.Bryson Myles extended his hitting streak to 23 games with two hits in the win. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, August 14, 2013 8:03 am
4166.	Why baseball has lasted 100 plus years Someone asked me on Monday -- the day after the Boston Red Sox finished their World Series domination over the Los Angeles Dodgers -- if I was a bandwagon fan.I said yes, I jumped on in 1975.That year, a young player named Fred Lynn was diving all over the place and hitting the baseball like crazy. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, October 31, 2018 10:41 pm
4167.	NN boys, RM girls nab titles ROCKY MOUNT -- No surprises here -- the Northern Nash boys and the Rocky Mount girls, as expected, soared to team titles last Wednesday as the NEW-6 Track and Field Tournament at The Dawg Pound on the Nash Central High campus. From Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, May 10, 2006 12:04 am
4168.	Champs For A Cause NASHVILLE -- As a long-time coach and Town of Nashville Recreation Director, Jim Glover understands the value of teaching life’s lessons through athletics.But even Glover was overwhelmed emotionally by last Saturday’s appearance of the Wounder Warrior Amputee Softball Team at Glove Park. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, April 15, 2014 11:03 pm
4169.	Spring Hope Depot platform work approved, committee appointed SPRING HOPE ‑ Final details for Spring Hope's Depot platform, also known as the "Spring Hope Railroad Cotton Platform," have been rubber-stamped for approval following the Sept. 3 board of commissioners' meeting.Alliance Architecture of the Triad, the architectural designer company from the Winston-Salem who is performing renovation work on Spring Hope's historic depot, submitted details to Andrew DeIonno, town manager, which he shared with commissioners. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, September 18, 2024 10:47 pm
4170.	Nash County Board of Elections Candidate List US House of Representatives District 01 G.K. Butterfield (D) Pete DiLauro (R) Darryl Holloman (Lib) Published Tuesday, October 23, 2012 11:14 pm
4171.	JV Team Claims Crown STANHOPE -- Success isn’t just coming to the Southern Nash High School football program on the varsity level. Southern Nash Middle boasts several promising youngsters, and the Nash County youth club is two victories away from a state championship. Then there’s the SNHS junior varsity squad, which went undefeated as part of a historic campaign in 2009. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, November 17, 2009 10:34 pm
4172.	COUNTY HOOPS UPDATE NASH COUNTY -- Here are recent 2020 Nash County Recreation & Senior Services Youth Basketball League scores: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, January 29, 2020 10:33 pm
4173.	Youth compete at annual 4-H Livestock Show and Sale ROCKY MOUNT - Three days of farm fellowship, showmanship and competitions came to an end April 3 at the East Carolina Agriculture & Education Center on Kingsboro Road, Rocky Mount, with the annual Eastern Carolina 4-H Livestock Show and Sale. Ninety-five 4-H youth from Nash, Edgecombe and Halifax counties participated with their steers, lambs, pigs or goats after weeks of feeding, training, grooming and young farmer responsibilities. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 10, 2024 10:22 pm
4174.	THOMAS LUCIAN VICK Published Tuesday, January 23, 2018 4:59 pm
4175.	Beulah Community News I want to thank those who said they missed reading the Beulah News last week. Another holiday and I missed the deadline. I will try to do better next time. I hope you all had a good Labor Day weekend and a safe trip if you traveled out of town. By WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, September 11, 2007 11:08 pm
4176.	Nashville student earns scholarship Rachael Anne Godwin, daughter of Robert and Anne Godwin, of Nashville, has been awarded this year's Ann MacPherson Weaver Memorial Scholarship at Rocky Mount Academy. Currently a 9th grader being homeschooled, Godwin will attend RMA in the fall on a full-tuition scholarship, valued at nearly $40,000 for three years. Published Wednesday, May 27, 2020 10:31 pm
4177.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS We have all been so blessed that the lord has provided us with these beautiful days lately. The Peachtree Baptist Church Congregation met on one of those beautiful days last Sunday.The Sanctuary flower arrangement Sunday was presented to glorify God by Cheryl and Doug Hayes in loving memory of Cheryl's brother and friend, Steve Johnson, who would have been 72 on January 26th. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, January 30, 2019 10:45 pm
4178.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A warrant service was reported on 9/28/20, 9/29/20 and 10/2/20 A fraudulent deposit of money was reported on 9/30/20 at 10201 S Nash Street, MiddlesexA financial transaction card fraud was reported on 9/28/20 at 1064 Stillbrook Court, Rocky MountA simple assault was reported on 9/27/20 at 1539 First Street Extension, Nashville Published Wednesday, October 7, 2020 10:40 pm
4179.	MOUNT ZION FWB CHURCH NEWS Our choir sang “In My Life, Lord, Be Glorified.” Pastor Aycock welcomed everyone and prayed the prayer of invocation. Hymns of worship were “The Wonder of it All” and “There is Power in the Blood.” Algie Jones Jr. led the singing. ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, November 5, 2013 11:10 pm
4180.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News Our choir sang “Emmanuel/His Name is Higher” for the call to worship. Pastor Rogerson welcomed everyone and prayed the invocation. Hymns of Christmas were “Angels From the Realms of Glory” and “Silent Night”. Jason Modlin prayed the morning prayer. Prayer concerns are Etta Jones, Margie Matthews, Ann and Adam Taylor, Dan Taylor and all other sick and shut ins. Ushers received the tithes and offerings. Everyone sang the doxology and greeted one another. ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, December 23, 2008 10:40 pm
4181.	Only we can restore our own liberty If the 2012 ballot offered a choice between liberty and security, what would America choose? Keep in mind that one fifth of our population, recent immigrants, have little or no experience with or appreciation of individual liberty and its blessings. Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, March 20, 2012 11:03 pm
4182.	Nash 4-H plans GREEN Promise Banquet Nash County 4-H wants to bring 4-H alumni and friends of 4-H together to celebrate the most recent 4-H Hall of Fame inductees. The 4-H GREEN Promise Banquet is set for Saturday, August 27 at the Ag Center in Nashville. Tickets are still available for the event. Sandy Hall, Nash County Cooperative Extension Director and Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development, said some type of event is always held to recognize alumni and Hall of Fame recipients. But this year, Hall said they wanted to try something different. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, August 17, 2016 10:33 pm
4183.	Wesleyan stalwart honored FAYETTEVILLE -- The North Carolina Wesleyan Department of Athletics is has announced that freshman Trey Drake of the men's basketball team has been selected as the USA Rookie of the Week for December 18th. From Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, December 19, 2006 11:08 pm
4184.	Three to compete for two council seats in Nashville The filing period for November's municipal elections has closed with the exception a commissioner seat open in the Town of Bailey.Nash County Board of Elections Director John Kearney released a statement Friday which said with two seats up for election and only one candidate having filed, the Board of Elections has extended the candidate filing in this contest only. Dillon Bissette is the only person who has filed for the seat. JO ANNE COOPER, GRAPHIC PUBLISHER / Published Wednesday, July 21, 2021 10:35 pm
4185.	Red Oak Community News Madgie Macklin and family were treated with a visit by her nephew, Tim Shearin and his wife, Lynn and children Katie and Michael of Rock Hill, SC on Friday. April 11. Tim is the son of the late Emery Shearin, Madgie’s brother. By SUZY PEARCE / Published Tuesday, April 22, 2008 11:00 pm
4186.	Yanks edge Cardinals in thriller ROCKY MOUNT -- Brian Carter drew a one-out walk in the bottom of the sixth inning and cruised home with the game-winning run on Maliq Nicholson's RBI double to close out a game as the Wesley Men Yankees picked up an 8-7 win over the B.O. Cardinals in last Wednesday's afternoon action of the Rocky Mount 11-12 Little League at the RM Sports Complex. The two teams combined to score 15 runs and pound out 21 hits as the base hit merry-go-round was kept busy spinning all game long. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, May 13, 2015 11:32 pm
4187.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS Big announcement - Monthly fish fry at Beulah Church of Christ Annex on Reges Rd. will be this Friday night from 4:00 - 8:00. Please mark your calendar and plan to come by for great food, and great fellowship. We always appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you again. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, May 3, 2011 11:53 pm
4188.	Bulldogs to play in Tarboro Easter Classic TARBORO - When the heavenly smell of grilled hamburgers with onions drift sin the spring night air over Municipal Stadium for four straight nights, you know what time of the year it is. By Charles Alston, Graphic Correspondent / Published Wednesday, March 21, 2007 12:00 am
4189.	A life that touched millions Last Saturday, Columbine High School observed its 20th year since it endured the massacre that claimed the lives of twelve students and one teacher. I thought about Cassie Bernall, one of those students who lost her life because she was a Christian. How many of us would admit to being a Christian when a gun is aimed at us, knowing full well that a "yes" means death? MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, April 24, 2019 10:41 pm
4190.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a beautiful Sunday morning Peachtree Folks gathered at the church for worship. Sanctuary flowers, given by Melba Hobgood, were a beautiful arrangement of white hydrangea. The Adult Choir sang a medley which included "Through it All", under the direction of the pastor. Jane May played a beautiful piano selection for the offertory. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, August 1, 2018 10:50 pm
4191.	Students are inducted into NCC Honor Society Nash Community College inducted 29 students recently during the Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society spring induction ceremony. The Gamma Beta Phi Society is a non-profit, educational, honor and service organization for students in colleges and universities throughout the United States. The organization recognizes and encourages excellence in education, promotes the development of leadership ability and character, and fosters, disseminates, and improves education through service projects. Published Tuesday, April 19, 2011 10:33 pm
4192.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS I feel everyone has really enjoyed the beautiful weather we have been having in this area lately. The sunny days have really made us all feel better. As I am writing this, Elizabeth Garner is predicting rain in the next few days. Let us remember God has not promised "Skys always blue." We really need the rain as well as the sunshine. At the time we need to thank God for each day of our life. We always need to say prayers for areas that are having floods and hurricanes such as Mexico and Texas. The weather here was really appreciated by those who attended the State Fair this year. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Wednesday, October 28, 2015 10:54 pm
4193.	Age old scam heats up again We all dread getting an emergency phone call. Now, imagine you get a call out of the blue from your grandchild in distress. Of course you want to do whatever you can to help. But what if the person on the line isn’t who they say they are? Scammers sometimes pose as grandkids to try to bilk money out of seniors and too many times, they’re successful. Attorney General Roy Cooper / Published Tuesday, June 28, 2011 10:39 pm
4194.	Red Oak Community News The Women in Action of Red Oak Baptist Church met at the home of Jean Mellor on Tuesday, May 25. Dorothy, Audrey, and Suzy Pearce and Madgie Macklin enjoyed visiting relatives on Saturday, May 29. They visited with Mary Ray Edgerton and Tency Penny of Bunn and Louise Champion and Maggie Barham of Zebulon. SUZY PEARCE / Published Tuesday, June 8, 2010 10:47 pm
4195.	We’ll always cherish memories of “Peggy Jane” According to the dictionary, one’s legacy is something handed down by a predecessor. But reflecting back on the fun times my family has had over many years, I have to believe there’s more to one’s legacy than material things. For instance, making a difference in another person’s life during our time here on Earth, or working to change something that benefits others, but mostly the precious time we spend with each other. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, November 25, 2008 11:23 pm
4196.	Edgecombe-Martin Electric donates bucket truck to NCC The Electric Line Construction Technology program at Nash Community College recently received a bucket truck donated by Edgecombe-Martin County Electric Membership Corporation (EMC). With the addition, students will gain the necessary skills to effectively operate a bucket truck prior to entering the workforce."Nash Community College's Electric Line Construction Technology curriculum is known throughout the state for preparing students for real-world careers in rural and utility settings. Published Wednesday, October 10, 2018 10:42 pm
4197.	Spaulding Alumni to celebrate 44th reunion Labor Day Weekend is quickly approaching, which means the coming together of the C.C. Spaulding Alumni Association's 44th annual Reunion. The reunion will begin on Friday, August 31 with a membership meeting at 4:30 p.m. at the teacher's home followed by a fish fry at the Spring Hope Community Building, 104 Community Street in Spring Hope at 7 p.m. Published Wednesday, August 22, 2018 10:33 pm
4198.	Southern Nash High School Honor Rolls Southern Nash High School has released its honor roll. The following students made the Principal’s List, all grades were A’s (93-100), or B’s (85-92) but average to an A: Published Tuesday, January 10, 2012 10:57 pm
4199.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS The Red Oak High School Alumni Banquet was held at the Rocky Mount Shriners. It was the 94th year this great event had taken place. The last graduating class from Red Oak High School was in 1966 and it then became an elementary school only. The children today really miss out on the great friendships that we had back then. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, April 24, 2012 11:12 pm
4200.	First Responders dinner is November 12th First responders in Nash and Edgecombe Counties will once again be invited to attend the second annual Jim Dickens First Responders Appreciation Dinner scheduled for Tuesday, November 12 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Rocky Mount Event Center. All 800 estimated EMS workers, firefighters, law enforcement officers and active duty military members located in the Twin Counties along with their guests are once again being invited to enjoy a BBQ Pulled Pork and BBQ Chicken dinner courtesy of the Jim Dickens First Responders Appreciation Dinner sponsors. Published Wednesday, August 21, 2019 10:34 pm