The Nashville Graphic

4401.	Nash County Relay for Life News The Relay for Life event is this weekend, April 25 and 26 at the Rocky Mount Athletic stadium. Survivor, Luminary, and torch forms are available on website www.nashrelay.org Published Tuesday, April 22, 2008 11:00 pm
4402.	Spring Hope plans new trunk-or-treat event SPRING HOPE- A first-time ever "Harvest Hustle" Trunk or Treat event is planned for Oct 31st in Spring Hope. Area merchants, community groups and individuals who would like to participate are being invited, with the event planned from 5-8 p.m. at the Nash Street Shopping Center parking lotLori Harris, owner of MarZylos Cocktail Lounge and Grill and member of the Spring Hope Downtown Development Board (DDB) spoke about the event, which is sponsored by 'Ladies Who Launch.' NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 22, 2025 10:16 pm
4403.	Castalia native keeps District 7 Judicial seat Five NC District Judge seats were up for grabs in District 7 during the 2020 General Election. Castalia native and Spring Hope resident Anthony W. "Tony" Brown was re-elected to serve one of those seats. Brown, a Democrat, received 62,379 votes, or 54.20 percent of the votes, according to unofficial results. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, November 4, 2020 10:23 pm
4404.	RED OAK NEWS Women in Action of Red Oak Baptist Church met on Thursday, Sept. 12 at the church. They enjoyed a salad supper with missions program. They also donated school supplies to Nashville Elementary School.The Baptist Men had their monthly breakfast on Sunday, Sept. 15. They welcome more men to join them each month. Suzy Pearce / Published Tuesday, September 17, 2013 10:50 pm
4405.	Vazquez, Jones make squad NASH COUNTY -- Two Nash County standouts have been selected for honors by the North Carolina Soccer Coaches Association's Class 3-A Region 3 Boys Soccer Team.Southern Nash forward Cody Vazquez and Northern Nash's Tyler Jones, both seniors, were saluted by the NCSCA after voting by region coaches.Jones, a midfielder, paced Northern Nash in goals (17) this fall while also finishing second on the club in assists with 10. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, November 18, 2015 10:49 pm
4406.	It’s time government changes method of taxation for its operating budget Sooner than later, the unfair and outdated property tax is going to fade into the history books. Sooner, if local public officials exercise some long needed wisdom and a little later if we must wait for the upcoming financial meltdown. Either way, it’s days as the primary source of local tax revenue are being numbered, by reality, if nothing else. Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, March 22, 2011 10:59 pm
4407.	Daddy’s lessons to us will last a lifetime Over the past years, in this space, I have written good-byes and/or tributes to many of our local heroes as they have passed away. June 16th, the day before Father’s Day, a very precious hero in my life departed this Earth, my father. My father, Oliver Green, or best known all around Nash County as ‘Bum’ Green, was a loving and caring person, always putting his family first. He had a very calm demeanor, always steady as a rock, even while he and mother raised four girls. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, August 14, 2007 11:13 pm
4408.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS JUNE 6-10 William Hooper, William Brent Hooper, Rashena L. Hooper and Rashena Lynch Hooper to The RW Hooper Living Trust, William Brent Hooper and Rashena Lynch Hooper; 3832 Green Pasture West, BattleboroBinney Living Trust, William L. Binney Jr. and Barbara G. Binney to Square Foote LLC; Section III, Belmont Lake Preserve, Lot 3 Published Wednesday, June 15, 2022 10:39 pm
4409.	Phil Ford Golf Classic and Gala is August 12-13 The Boys and Girls Clubs of Nash/Edgecombe Counties is holding its fourth annual Phil Ford Celebrity Golf Classic August 13 and a Gala on August 12. The event hosted by Rocky Mount native, UNC Chapel Hill basketball icon and former NBA superstar, Phil Ford, will support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Nash/ Edgecombe Counties. Published Tuesday, August 2, 2011 11:59 pm
4410.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS DECEMBER 6 - DECEMBER 10 Fatima Karim Muhammad to Pierce Investments, LLC; Section 2, Wood's Walk at Belmont Farms, Phase 2, Block A, Lot 22Phillip Ray Dunbar to Gregory Jones Sr. and Alisa Mills Jones; 9252 Edgerton Road, Spring Hope;$27,000TAJ, LLC to South Dogwood Partners, LLC; 1703/1705 Davis Street Published Wednesday, December 15, 2021 10:43 pm
4411.	Recreational sites cleared for swimming All 18 sites passed the Swim Guide test this week in the Tar-Pamlico watershed -- a sign that it's safe to swim in local waters this weekend.Swim Guide is an international water-quality program conducted locally by Sound Rivers, an environmental nonprofit with a mission to keep North Carolina's waterways fishable, swimmable and drinkable. Published Wednesday, June 23, 2021 10:40 pm
4412.	Tax help you can trust. Refunds minus the fees The April tax filing deadline is getting closer and if you’re like most families who anticipate a refund, your money can’t come soon enough. We all want our money quickly, but think twice before you opt for an “instant” or “rapid” refund from commercial tax preparers and banks.Thanks to changes in federal regulations, most banks have stopped offering short-term, high interest loans known as refund anticipation loans (RALs). GUEST GOLUMN, Attorney General Roy Cooper / Published Tuesday, February 18, 2014 10:52 pm
4413.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS SEPTEMBER 20-24 Amanda C. Smith to Monterrio Adams; 542 South Franklin Street and 546 South Franklin Street, Rocky MountD.R. Horton, Inc. to Woodmy Stephanie Sejour and Marcus Sejour; Section IV, Ford's Colony at Rocky Mount, Lot 61Pamela Sue Faircloth to Brian Dieter Speer; 104 Thornberry Drive, Spring Hope Published Wednesday, September 29, 2021 10:50 pm
4414.	Christmas joy throughout the year a good idea Sometimes, unexpected, small things can make my day.As the semester winds down, things can get chaotic as students are trying to get everything in and professors are trying to get everything graded. One of my best and brightest students that I've had multiple times over the last three years came into class last week and started digging into her bag with a determined look. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, May 7, 2025 10:05 pm
4415.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News The pretty, colorful flowers for today were given by Ronald and Martha Bass. Thank you. The Sunday school lesson was interesting and encouraging for us as Christians. By ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, May 20, 2008 10:39 pm
4416.	Letters to Santa Dear Santa, My name is Kaileigh and I’m 9 years old. I want for Christmas is a phone, golf cart, and a I direction doll for Christmas. I have been good this year. Tell Mrs. Clause hello and the elf’s too tell the reindeer that I said hello. Oh and I want a monkey covers and a monkey lamp for Christmas too and we love y’all. Can’t wait and see you!! Published Tuesday, December 18, 2012 11:29 pm
4417.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS Sunday school began at 9:45 at Beulah Church of Christ. It began with Mrs. Frances Hedgepeth at the piano and led in a song by Kenneth Massengale, one of the elders. He had an opening prayer followed by announcements. Some congregation members named people they would like to have on our prayer list. One of those was the family of Roger Murray. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, May 7, 2013 11:42 pm
4418.	SPRING HOPE ELEMENTARY HONOR ROLLS Spring Hope Elementary School has released its Honor Roll for the Second Six Weeks Published Tuesday, January 3, 2012 10:42 pm
4419.	Mudcats on a losing streak FREDERICK, MD. -- The Frederick Keys benefitted from some controversial calls in the 10th inning, and shocked the Carolina Mudcats 2-1 on Sunday night at Harry Grove Stadium in a Class A Carolina League baseball event. The Mudcats have lost three in a row to drop to 63-76. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, September 4, 2012 11:16 pm
4420.	Local business lands contract George’s Sauces has landed a contract that will allow the company to add more employees and possibly expand. Fifteen North Carolina Sam’s Clubs stores will now stock the Nashville-made barbecue sauce in a 32-ounce twin pack. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, July 20, 2011 2:19 am
4421.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A possession of a controlled substance ina prison/jail premises and warrant service was reported on 3/30/21 and 3/29/21 at 100 N Boddie Street, NashvilleA possession of marijuana paraphernalia, possession with intent to manufacture/sell/deliver marijuana and possession of marijuana less than 1/2 ounce was reported on 4/1/21 at 1144 Independence Drive, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, April 7, 2021 10:40 pm
4422.	A Bishop honored in league FAYETTEVILLE -- The USA South Athletic Conference has released its weekly awards for the second week of October, and North Carolina Wesleyan’s Jamal Smith of football has earned recognition as the league’s Offensive Player of the Week. The honor is the first of the sophomore’s career and comes after the Bishops’ 48-12 defeat of Greensboro College. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, October 12, 2010 11:18 pm
4423.	Mudcats snap winless streak WINSTON-SALEM -- Trey Supak pitched through a career high eight scoreless innings and Troy Stokes Jr. was 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBI as the Mudcats snapped a five game losing streak with an 8-0 shut out victory against the Dash in Winston-Salem on Sunday afternoon in a Class A Carolina League baseball contest. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, July 12, 2017 10:25 pm
4424.	My first Mother’s Day was fun, and a bit scary This weekend was a special one for me and my family. It was our first Blooming Festival with our little man and it was also my first Mother’s Day as a mom. I think we all enjoyed both. Having a kid makes the Blooming Festival much more fun. Amanda Clark / Published Tuesday, May 15, 2012 11:14 pm
4425.	Mississippi denies Mudcats’ victory bid PEARL, MISS. -- Mississippi starting pitcher Randall Delgado pitched six perfect innings in leading the Braves past the Carolina Mudcats 6-2 at Trustmark Park on Sunday night in a Class AA Southern League diamond showdown. Delgado (W, 2-5), a 20-year-old Panamanian, was making his seventh start at the Double-A level. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, September 1, 2010 1:09 am
4426.	Coopers Elementary Bus Route Published Tuesday, August 19, 2008 10:02 pm
4427.	Rally gives HOPE for addiction Robin McNallie was overwhelmed as she walked down the sidewalk to enter Glover Park on Saturday. Greeting her were over 150 pairs of shoes representing those who have overdosed on heroin. As a newcomer to Nash County, the numbers were overwhelming but not surprising. McNallie herself is the mother of a son who is working towards recovery. McNallie said she was thankful for the support she had received so far in getting her son help, support like the HOPE initiative, started by Nashville's Police Department, and The Anchor Holds, a support group for families of those suffering from addition. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 19, 2016 10:38 pm
4428.	Former school board member passes away Joseph “Joe” Franklin Gurganus, 70 years old, of 247 Olive Street, Nashville, NC, died Saturday, March 24, 2012, in his home. Joe was born in Rocky Mount and was the son of the late Charlie Thomas and Edna Cooke Gurganus. Published Tuesday, March 27, 2012 10:49 pm
4429.	CENTRAL SOARS FRANKLINTON -- Every point counts at a high school track and field meet -- a fact that was accentuated during last Saturday's action at the Second Annual T. Sanders Invitational.When the final results were tabulated, Nash Central, with 76.5 points, found itself just one-half point ahead of host Franklinton for the second position behind Millbrook in the boys team standings. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, March 23, 2016 10:27 pm
4430.	Pirates claim a huge conquest over Rice GREENVILLE -- Junior Kevin Brandt tossed his second career complete game and helped host East Carolina University (22-10, 4-5 C-USA) to a much-needed 7-3 win over No. 21 Rice (23-13, 6-3) Sunday afternoon in Conference USA baseball action at Lewis Field inside Clark-LeClair Stadium. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, April 12, 2011 10:40 pm
4431.	Nash Co. Falls At Tourney ZEBULON -- Nash County and Louisburg have built a young-but-energetic rivalry in boys baseball action over the past few years, thanks in part to both clubs' status in the Tar Heel League.The rivalry was renewed last Tuesday in the opening round of the Tar Heel District 6 13-14 Baseball Tournament at the Zebulon Community Park in Wake County.The contest was similar to some of the squads' past nail-biters as the lead went back and forth before Louisburg rallied late to secure a 9-7 triumph. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, July 1, 2015 10:40 pm
4432.	NCC recognizes doctor with Alumni Award Nash Community College (NCC) honored Saed Awadallah, M.D. with the 2016 Nash Community College Outstanding Alumni Award at the 2016 Student Recognition Ceremony held on April 21st. The award recognizes his achievements as a past graduate to provide inspiration for current students. Dr. Awadallah was selected for the College's highest alumni honor for his contributions to the medical field as a physician, his excellence in leadership and service, and dedication as a lifelong learner. Published Wednesday, April 27, 2016 10:58 pm
4433.	A National Showcase NASH COUNTY -- Last weekend, a group of local youth soccer players from all around Nash County made the trip to Lynchburg's Central Virginia United Soccer complex to take part in the 2019 Powerade State Games of America.Each player -- all girls under the age of 12 -- played in the Nash County Parks and Recreation system this spring, and earned a spot on the roster based off of their performance throughout the year. CHANCE PUCKETT, Correspondent / Published Wednesday, August 7, 2019 10:36 pm
4434.	Ross claims top award for Canes MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. -- The Myrtle Beach Pelicans held off another ninth inning rally while clinching a series victory with a 4-2 win against the Carolina Mudcats at TicketReturn.Com Field on Sunday night in Myrtle Beach. Stephen Gaylor was 3-for-4 with a RBI in the loss for Carolina.The Mudcats (7-11) outhit the Pelicans (10-8) in the game seven to three, but were just 2-for-10 with runners in scoring position and left nine men on base. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, April 27, 2016 10:58 pm
4435.	NCWC Salutes Seniors ROCKY MOUNT -- North Carolina Wesleyan College’s baseball team honored its 2014 senior class on Sunday afternoon, then proceeded to take the rubber game of its three-game series with USA South rival Methodist University by a 5-4 score. The Bishops had previously split Saturday’s twinbill with the Monarchs, taking game one by a 5-1 tally before dropping game two 6-4. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, April 8, 2014 11:08 pm
4436.	FOURTH AMENDMENT PINETOPS -- During his tenure at Southern Nash, Brian Foster has never been one to shy away from taking a chance.That philosophy paid off last Friday night as Foster’s Firebirds rolled the dice and were rewarded during a 33-16 triumph at long-time rival SouthWest Edgecombe in the regular season opener for both squads.The Birds converted on a quartet of fourth-down chances, including a 26-yard burst from Demetris Perry for a touchdown to cap Southern’s initial drive of the 2014 campaign. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, August 27, 2014 11:30 pm
4437.	EMS veteran retires after 51 years of service Cleveland Hunt wrapped up a 51-year EMS career on December 31 but his service to the public likely won't stop anytime soon. Hunt began his career before he was even 18-years-old with a company called Ambucare. "I wasn't 18 yet so they gave me a job answering the phone as a dispatcher," Hunt said. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, January 6, 2021 10:36 pm
4438.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News Bobby Farmer and his little daughter, Allie welcomed us at the door of the church and gave us a bulletin. Our Sunday school lesson was another lesson on Moses and Accepting Responsibility as Christians. Young Caleb Whitford was Brother Bob’s assistant during the closing of Sunday school. He welcomed us to Sunday school, reported 74 present with one visitor. We had a weekly average of 90 during the past quarter. Caleb read a Bible verse for the day. Geraldine Manning taught the lesson in the ladies class. ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, June 16, 2009 10:08 pm
4439.	NRMS honors educators Educators received the red carpet treatment on Tuesday night at the Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools annual Teacher and Principal of the Year Banquet. Deborah Vance-Glover, a first grade teacher at Cedar Grove Elementary School, was named the 2018-2019 Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools Teacher of the Year. Glover has over 19 years of teaching experience, with all of those years at Cedar Grove. Glover taught kindergarten and pre-kindergarten at the school before teaching first grade. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 28, 2018 10:44 pm
4440.	American Legion hosts Memorial Day ceremony Memorial Day is a time for Americans to be thankful for those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. But the legacy of those who gave their lives should be remembered every day.Those were the sentiments of Frank Stancil, who was the guest speaker for Nashville's Memorial Day Ceremony, which is hosted each year by American Legion Post 110. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 29, 2019 10:46 pm
4441.	Troxler urges horse owners to vaccinate against mosquito-borne diseases and rabies RALEIGH - Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler is encouraging equine owners to have their animals vaccinated against Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis and West Nile Virus. "Mosquito-breeding season in North Carolina lasts from spring until the first frost and horses are at risk if not properly vaccinated," Troxler said. "EEE is fatal 90 percent of the time in horses and WNV has a fatality rate of 30 percent. However, both diseases are preventable by vaccination." Published Wednesday, May 14, 2025 10:23 pm
4442.	Smulyan to visit Nash County Gary Smulyan is considered to be one of the best jazz baritone performers in the world and will be in residence in Nash County April 1 – 3. Smulyan and pianist Joe Cea will perform for five elementary schools (Spring Hope, Cedar Grove, Bailey, Swift Creek and Middlesex) during the school day, and with the Nash Central High School Jazz Band on April 3rd. The jazz bassist and drummer will join Gary and Joe on stage for the first half of this concert. Contributed / Published Tuesday, March 11, 2008 11:02 pm
4443.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Jeanette H. Glasgow to 360 Forest Products, Inc.; 17 acresTimothy Leonard to Kelly Anne Smith and William Edward Smith; Whitley Crossing, Phase 2, Lot 16; $350,000Eva Vivas Olea to Feliciano Martinez Urioso and Maria Del Rosario Rivera RamirezMelvin Ray Edmondson to Ernestine E. Edmondson; three tracts Published Wednesday, April 10, 2024 10:22 pm
4444.	NN's Big Rally ROCKY MOUNT - Slim may not have left the building, but he had one hand on the exit door last Wednesday at the Nash Central Gymnasium. Such were Northern Nash's chances of winning a key NEW-6 Conference wrestling event at NC after the visiting Knights fell behind by 25 points through five matches. By Geoff Neville, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, January 9, 2007 11:33 pm
4445.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News Geraldine Manning taught the ladies’ Sunday School class. We studied about the women who went to the sepulchre early in the morning to anoint Jesus’ body with spices. They found he was not there and the angel said, “He is not here, He has risen from the grave.” That was the greatest announcement the world has ever heard. ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, April 14, 2009 11:07 pm
4446.	Farr concert is May 13th The Nashville Chamber of Commerce Blooming Festival committee has announced the 2023 entertainment lineup including this year's headliner Tyler Farr.Farr is known for his back-to-back number one singles, "Redneck Crazy," "Whiskey in My Water," and "A Guy Walks into a Bar."His album, "Suffer In Peace" followed suit, also making its debut in the Top 5 on both the Billboard Top 200 Albums and Billboard Country Albums charts, which made Farr the only solo male Country artist in a decade to have his first two studio albums debut in the Top 5 on the Billboard 200 chart. Published Wednesday, February 8, 2023 10:48 pm
4447.	ACS bus makes stop at Nash Health “If one person can battle cancer, a nation can rise up and defeat it.” That’s the message the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Action Network brought to Nash County last week before continuing its nationwide tour to Washington, D.C. The tour, made on the Fight Back Express bus, is part of a grassroots movement to make cancer a top national priority. The bus will make its final stop in Washington, D.C. on November 4, election day, to serve as a reminder that the war against cancer will be won. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, June 17, 2008 10:29 pm
4448.	Turn to God's word for help Several years ago, I had a meeting in Washington, D.C. and heard a surprisingly honest and sincere speech by then Ohio Congressman, John Kasich. It's been a while so you may not remember Kasich when he was in Washington. He was a nine-term Congressman and became Chairman of the House Budget Committee when the Republicans gained control of Congress in 1994. MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, June 16, 2021 10:18 pm
4449.	A daughter never stops being your little girl Dear Holly,I was having trouble deciding whether to continue these letter/columns after you graduated. I agonized over this for some time.While you will always be my little curly-headed pixie, I realized too, that you're now an adult and deserve some say in what your old man says about you in print. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, March 27, 2019 10:52 pm
4450.	Chamber award recipients are most deserving Nashville's son, Jamey Baines, was honored by the Nashville Chamber of Commerce Tuesday night with the 2018 Beyond the Call of Duty Award. Jamey is truly, truly deserving of this award. And when I refer to him as Nashville's son -- that's exactly what Jamey Baines represents.Chamber vice-president Cliff Joyner mentioned when presenting the award that Jamey grew up at his family's hardware business in downtown Nashville. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, July 18, 2018 10:41 pm
4451.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Flower Calendar sign-up sheets for 2021 are in the Narthex at Peachtree Baptist Church. Please get one, fill-out and return.We are continuing to take donations for the Lottie Moon Missions. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, January 27, 2021 10:59 pm
4452.	SPRING HOPE ELEMENTARY HONOR ROLLS Spring Hope Elementary School has announed its Grade Level Achievers and Honor Roll for the Third Six Weeks Grading Period Published Tuesday, February 14, 2012 11:23 pm
4453.	Pet treat manufacturer coming to Nashville The Crump Group Inc., a Canadian manufacturer of all natural, limited ingredient pet treats will locate its first production facility in the United States in Nash County, creating 160 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest $13.2 million to outfit a new manufacturing and distribution center in Nashville at the facility which formerly housed Carolina Innovative Food Ingredients near Universal Leaf just outside of Nashville. Published Wednesday, August 18, 2021 10:20 pm
4454.	Momeyer creates YouTube channel MOMEYER- The town of Momeyer now has its own You Tube channel, and has posted its first video: the March 10 town council session, which ran for about 42 minutes and shorter than expected, because planning consultant, Mid-East Commission of little Washington, did not appear as planned.The main topic of conversation was the town's new Patriot accounting software, purchased last July but not put into place until after the town's yearly audit.Will Funderburg, Mayor, passed out copies of current budget information, including monthly and year-to-date Profit & Loss statements and Account Trial balances. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 19, 2025 10:12 pm
4455.	Spring Hope Elementary School honor rolls Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second 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, February 19, 2020 10:30 pm
4456.	RED OAK NEWS A lot has been happening at Red Oak United Methodist Church this fall. In October they celebrated their 198th annual Homecoming. It was a wonderful celebration of the things God has done and is doing in and through our congregation and community over the past two centuries. The church family is getting excited about their 200th birthday in 2018.They held their annual stew sale on Saturday, November 5. Over 600 quarts were sold and a huge thank you to the community for your support. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, November 16, 2016 10:59 pm
4457.	Racing returns at CLR ELM CITY -- Absolutely gorgeous fall weather greeted fans and drivers as the pits and stands filled up with folks ready to see some good old-fashioned dirt track racing last weekend at County Line Raceway. After 2 weeks off, everyone was more than ready to see the Nashville Feed Super Stock 4’s, ARCO Restoration Pure Stock 4’s, PL Woodard Pure Stock V8, Rapid Red Racing Supply Thunder & Lightning and the Barnes Equipment Late Model division take to the 3/8 clay oval to sling some red dirt around. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, October 16, 2012 11:17 pm
4458.	Tim Valentine remembered as a great man, a hero In a career of photo-journalism, I have photographed political fundraisers where people contributed vast sums of money to walk through receiving lines and shake hands with a notable politician or celebrity. I have also been contracted by lawyers to provide photographic evidence for their defendants.It is with some degree of familiarity that I profess that exactly 99.6% of the time, most lawyer jokes are pretty much well-justified, along with the cynicism expressed about politicians. Lawyers turned politicians fill seats in courthouses, state houses, the Congress, and the White House. Opinions about lawyers earn credibility when the mayor of an Eastern North Carolina, lawyer turned politician, is disbarred. Published Wednesday, November 18, 2015 10:49 pm
4459.	Helping out at the Graphic has sent me down memory lane I've been back in the Graphic office for the past two weeks and my boys have had to come with me. Since they are homeschooled now, they've been getting their schoolwork done while I work on things at the office. Being back at the office sure has made me reminisce. I left the office in March 2020 when COVID came on the scene. Amanda Clark / Published Wednesday, January 18, 2023 10:36 pm
4460.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS JULY 18 - JULY 22 Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, Robert L. Doughty and Lorraine S. Doughty to Rickey Jerome McWilliams and the Law Firm of Hutchens, Senter and Britton, P.A.; 4916 Massengale Road, Whitakers; $150,000Seth Nathanael Fisher and Amber Bissette Fisher to Donna Beth Schank; Beth Eden Phase 2, Block 6, Lot C Published Wednesday, July 27, 2022 11:15 pm
4461.	Down, but never out! "No testing has overtaken you that is not common to everyone. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tested beyond your strength, but with the testing he will also provide that way out so that you may be able to endure it." (I Corinthians 10:13)Several years ago, I saw a friend who was greatly troubled. I watched him from the mezzanine on the second floor of the Sunday School building. MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, September 21, 2022 10:43 pm
4462.	Pirates swept vs. top-ranked Cavaliers CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. -- Top-ranked Virginia scored six two-out runs to complete a non-conference baseball sweep over East Carolina University, 6-2, Sunday afternoon at Davenport Field on the UVA campus.Virginia (6-1) jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the bottom of the third thanks to five hits, three stolen bases and a walk. With two outs, Joe McCarthy walked then stole second base to move into scoring position. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, February 25, 2014 11:06 pm
4463.	RED OAK NEWS The North American Mission Study at Red Oak Baptist Church has been rescheduled to Wednesday, March 11 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to come share in the experience of becoming “everyday missionaries” and learning what some NAMB missionaries do as church planters. The study is for all ages, preschool through adults. Suzy Pearce / Published Wednesday, March 4, 2015 11:02 pm
4464.	Holly is 14! But she’s still daddy’s little girl Dear Holly,When I started writing these letters back in 2000, they were a lot of fun. And, they were easy. There were bottles, and sleepless nights, and toys, and storybooks and your big brown eyes looking up at me and story time.And, today you turn 14. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, April 1, 2014 10:52 pm
4465.	Spring Hope plans fall downtown clean-up SPRING HOPE - Spring Hope's Downtown Development Board (DDB), armed with a list of potential economic development ideas, has chosen three to bring to town commissioners for approval to begin: a fall downtown cleanup, the designation of a specific area for the Hollywood-like 'Walk of Fame," and establishing a social media presence for downtown merchants. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, July 3, 2024 10:48 am
4466.	4TH-QUARTER FURY WILSON -- Three weeks remain in the regular season, but the Nashville Junior Varsity Team will be hard-pressed to top the heroics from last Saturday’s key showdown against the Wilson Boys and Girls Club. Trailing by six points in the fourth quarter, the Hornets rallied for 17 unanswered markers to remain undefeated with a 17-6 decision over the Jets at Wilson Fike High School. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, October 4, 2011 11:02 pm
4467.	Duerler selected for USA South’s HOF FAYETTEVILLE -- The USA South Athletic Conference has released its 2015 Hall of Fame Class, which includes four former student-athletes from Greensboro College, Methodist University and North Carolina Wesleyan College. NCWC has announced that former women’s soccer standout Julie Duerler has been selected as Wesleyan’s first female inductee. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, February 4, 2015 10:57 pm
4468.	Southern Nash AFJROTC recognized by Congresswoman Renee Ellmers Southern Nash High School AFJROTC had an unexpected surprise on May 1 when a package from the US House of Representatives arrived with a copy of the Congressional Record for April 25, 2012. The Honorable Renee Ellmers stood before the House of Representatives and recognized the United States Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Unit at Southern Nash High School. Published Tuesday, May 15, 2012 11:14 pm
4469.	NASH COUNTY REC SOCCER UPDATE NASH COUNTY -- Here are updated scores from the Nash County Parks and Recreation Department's Fall Youth Soccer Season: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, October 11, 2017 10:20 pm
4470.	NASH CO. PARKS AND REC RESULTS NASH COUNTY -- Here are updated scores and information from the Nash County Parks and Recreation Department: Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, May 24, 2011 10:49 pm
4471.	Park View Alumnae celebrates 105th anniversary Park View Hospital Nurses' Alumnae Association celebrated their 105th anniversary with a luncheon held at The Main Course at Belmont in Rocky Mount on Thursday, May 16. More than 50 individuals attended the event, including 31 Park View nurses.Park View Hospital opened its doors as a 25-bed facility on July 1, 1914. Published Wednesday, June 26, 2019 10:38 pm
4472.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Red Oak Farms, LLC to Red Oak Farms Development, LLC; The Farm at Red Oak, Phase II, Lots 26-52Joseph Michael Elliott, Crystal Sullivan Elliott and Joseph Elliott and Crystal Elliott Living Trust to Elliott Family Irrevocable Trust, Joseph Michael Elliott and Crystal Sullivan Elliott; 10.04 acres in North Whitakers Township Patricia Gail Gay to Alaa Mahmoud Abukhait and Mariam M. Alsheikh; Northern Hills Estate, Section 1, Lot 14 Published Wednesday, July 5, 2023 10:23 pm
4473.	McDaniel, Williams unite in marriage Lindsay Joan McDaniel and Robert Wesley Williams Jr. were united in marriage on June 26, 2010 at Pinehurst United Methodist Church. The officiating minister for the 5 p.m. ceremony was Pastor David Banks. The bride is the daughter of Carol and Terry McDaniel. She is the granddaughter of the late Louis and Joan Blume and the late Betty McDaniel and Charles McDaniel Jr. Published Wednesday, September 1, 2010 1:09 am
4474.	RED OAK NEWS Congratulations to Logan Ennis and Susan Pridgen who were united in marriage on Saturday, April 14. Logan is the son of Jim and Jackie Ennis and Susan is the daughter of Wayne and Evonne Pridgen. Everyone had a wonderful time April 13-14 at the 16th Annual North Roanoke Baptist Association GA Mother/Daughter Overnight Camp for girls in grades 1-6 and their moms or female guardians. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, April 18, 2012 12:12 am
4475.	I'm glad I know who Jesus is My father in-law passed away last Sunday. He was a fine man. All of us had told him privately to let go of his troubles here and go on to Heaven. There he could see his son, Randy, who died just last month, his grandson, Christopher, that he had missed since his death in 1989. He would also see his mother, father, and brothers and sisters who were already there waiting for him. MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, June 26, 2024 10:37 pm
4476.	Wesleyan footballers honored FAYETTEVILLE -- The USA South has announced its 2015 All-Conference awards in football with a total of 59 student-athletes earning honors. North Carolina Wesleyan College had five players recognized, led by major award winners Malik Adams and Adrian Minondo.Adams, a junior wide receiver from Selma, was named the league's Offensive Player of the Year, marking the second consecutive season that a gridiron Bishop earned the prestigious award. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, November 25, 2015 1:37 am
4477.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS Felony breaking and/or entering reported at 11048 SW Railroad St., Whitakers on 9/6/21Warrant service, domestic violence order at 1213 Red Oak Rd., Nashville on 9/6/21Obtain property by false pretense at 14815 Avent Rd., Whitakers on 9/10/21 Published Wednesday, September 15, 2021 10:25 pm
4478.	Jack Laughery Ride for Knowledge raises funds for scholarship endowment The Nash Community College Foundation is pleased to announce that the 1st Annual Jack Laughery Ride for Knowledge held at Rocky Mount Harley-Davidson on Saturday, May 31, 2008 raised over $3,700 for the Helen & Jack Laughery Honorary Scholarship Endowment. This scholarship fund provides financial assistance to students who are returning to college to enhance their marketable job skills. Contributed / Published Tuesday, July 22, 2008 10:25 pm
4479.	SN ESCAPE ACT STANHOPE -- The true meaning of teamwork comes when a player steps in -- and steps up -- to replace a fallen teammate.That is exactly what has happened over the first two weeks of the season to the Southern Nash Firebirds, who have been plagued by injuries at the wingback position early in the campaign. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, September 3, 2013 10:52 pm
4480.	Post 58 surging in playoffs RED OAK -- The scoreboard at Northern Nash’s baseball field is getting a real workout by Nash County Post 58’s baseball team this summer. Last Monday night, the run explosion continued for the squad in its second-round opener of the American Legion Area 1 East playoffs with visiting Edenton Post 40. It opened the best-of-five series with a whopping 25-6, seven-inning romp of the boys from up U.S. 17 North. CHARLES ALSTON, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, July 7, 2009 10:48 pm
4481.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On another beautiful Sunday morning, Pastor Whitehouse welcomed those who had gathered at the church to worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Janice and Bobby Sykes in honor of their great-grandsons, Jackson Helman and Samuel Sykes. The choir sang "Holy Ground" under the direction of the pastor and accompanied by Jane May. The pastor chose as his sermon title, "Bent Knees; Confessing Tongues". The scripture from Philippians 2:6-11 was read by Jerry Hobgood. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, January 13, 2016 10:24 pm
4482.	Chamber welcomes Classy Corner to Nashville A colorful, new little business is growing like its signature sunflower across from the Nashville Junction and the Nashville Farmers Market; Classy Corner & So Much More, owned and operated by sisters Bessie Short of Nashville and Theresa Winstead of Castalia, opened its pink and green doors Dec. 5 at 214 W. Cross Street.Carrying women's clothing, seasonal décor and wreaths, light distressed furniture pieces, and offering custom artwork, Classy Corner & So Much More is a revamped continuation of an earlier family store, Two Sisters, that had been located in Peddlar's Village of Rocky Mount. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, January 3, 2024 10:52 pm
4483.	Melton set to coach E-W boys NASH COUNTY -- A basketball junkie and coaching lifer -- those are two of the best phrases to describe the legendary Gerald Melton.And Melton isn't about to stop yet, despite putting together an amazing career that has included coaching stops at Southern Nash (girls), Bunn (boys) and, most recently, East Wake (boys). GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Thursday, May 25, 2023 9:06 am
4484.	Winsteads giving back to program LOUISBURG -- Of the many accomplishments Thomas Winstead has enjoyed in his lifetime, few were more memorable than his two-year tenure at Louisburg College as an assistant softball coach.Winstead, who resides in Nash County, was able to work under legendary LC skipper Sheilah Cotten -- all the while coaching his daughter, Brandy. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, November 12, 2014 11:34 pm
4485.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News Brother Bob Watkins welcomed everyone to Sunday school and reported 97, including 2 visitors present. We welcome our visitors and invite them any time they can come. All those with a birthday in November were recognized, given a gift and we sang Happy Birthday for them. All those having a wedding anniversary this month were also recognized and given a gift. Brother Bob asked all the little girls to assist him in giving out the gifts. Zachary Tyner read the Bible verse for today. Thank you. ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, November 3, 2009 11:55 pm
4486.	Latham receives NCC 2005-2006 Instructional Achievement Award The Nash Community College Foundation established the NCC Instructional Achievement Award to recognize and promote educational creativity. The award also encourages ideas and projects that demonstrate inventive learning experiences. Published Tuesday, October 10, 2006 11:15 pm
4487.	Janet Elizabeth Green Sload Published Monday, February 15, 2016 7:06 pm
4488.	The Drifters to perform at JPAC On Friday, Nov. 11, at 7:30 pm, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees "The Drifters" will bring their soulful sounds to the Seby B. Jones Performing Arts Center. The Drifters, one of Rock & Roll's founding vocal groups, are once again touring the U.S. After The Drifters began in the early 1950s, the singers had twenty years of uninterrupted hits, making them the second-most successful recording group of all time, according to Billboard Magazine. Published Wednesday, November 2, 2016 10:32 pm
4489.	Political ads, embedded bias already tiring It's early, barely September, and I'm already tired of political ads.And they are just getting started.I see them on the air, hear them on the radio, see them all over social media. I even get them in the mail. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, September 2, 2020 10:30 pm
4490.	Ephesus Community News Pastor David Eidson welcomed everyone into God’s house Sunday morning as the rain poured outside. It was good to have Gordon Bailes back with us! DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, May 25, 2010 10:45 pm
4491.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a brisk January morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Pastor Whitehouse greeted those present. His sermon topic was “God Finishes What He Starts” based on II Corinthians 5:5. It assures that the Holy Spirit is God’s investment in our lives. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:03 pm
4492.	SNHS student named first Susan Keel Lamar scholarship recipient Southern Nash High School student, Tori Parker, was presented with the first Susan Keel Lamar Scholarship during the North Carolina Association for Gifted and Talented (NCAGT) conference in Winston Salem on March 18, 2011. The $500 scholarship will be presented annually by NCAGT to a student in North Carolina who demonstrates distinguished achievement and service in the arts. Published Tuesday, April 26, 2011 10:42 pm
4493.	Duke K.I.D.S golf tournament raises $14,000 The Fourth Annual Duke K.I.D.S golf tournament was held on Friday, October 31 at Belmont Lake Club. The tournament was sponsored by the West Mount Ruritan Club and was deemed a success, said Wayne Outlaw, Tournament Chairman.Outlaw expressed appreciation for the 22 teams and many contributors who made the tournament such a success. Published Tuesday, November 25, 2014 11:48 pm
4494.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Pamela Tilley Thompson, John Thompson, Timothy Mac Tilley and Rose Marie Tilley to Timothy G. Mather and William E. Dildy; 133 Pheasant Court, Rocky Mount Donald E. Rackley, Lula Donnae Rackley, Peggy Ann Baker Pendleton, Lois E. Pendleton, Jo Ann Edmonds, Ralph Edmonds and Allen Rackley to Greater Love Christian Community Church, Inc.; 4337 South Church Street, Rocky Mount T&R Builders of Rocky Mount, Inc. to Jennifer D. Radford and Kevin D. Radford; Beaver Creek, Phase 3B, Lot 48 Published Wednesday, November 13, 2024 10:21 pm
4495.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS The Peachtree Baptist Church WMU will participate in the 2020 Appalachian Christmas Outreach Backpack Ministry. The Appalachian Coalfield Ministry is seeking to meet the physical and spiritual needs of those living in the Appalachian area. The sign-up sheet is in the narthex. We will only be taking names this Sunday and next. Statewide goal is 18,000 backpacks. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, September 30, 2020 10:37 pm
4496.	Knights Complete First Step RED OAK -- If you’re fortunate enough to be on one of the higher-seeded teams, it sometimes takes awhile before the true intensity begins in the Class 3-A Girls Basketball State Playoffs. That won’t be the case this time around for the Northern Nash Lady Knights. After rolling through a first-round victory over Southern Wayne on Monday, the Lady Knights will encounter a large dose of high drama tonight at the NNHS Gymnasium. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, February 26, 2013 11:09 pm
4497.	Local students pay homage to area veterans Nash County veterans were honored last week in several events throughout the county. At Southern Nash Middle School, students held a reception honoring veterans on Thursday morning, November 10. Each year, students in Beverly Wilson’s sixth grade class are required to read “Under the War Torn Sky, a novel about a 19-year-old U.S. Air Force Pilot and his experiences while in France during WWII and after he returns home. The students also partner with a local veteran, who shares his/her experiences. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, November 15, 2011 10:50 pm
4498.	Taylor noted as Outstanding Teacher of NC Nash Central High School History Teacher Renny Taylor has once again been recognized as an outstanding teacher. Taylor was awarded the Historical Society of North Carolina Outstanding Teacher of North Carolina Award on October 12 at a special banquet. Taylor received an award and $150. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 31, 2018 10:41 pm
4499.	SNHS breaks ground for animal center Construction has officially begun on Southern Nash High School's Farm Bureau Animal Center. A ground breaking ceremony was held last week and construction began shortly after. Currently, enough money has been raised to construct the outside of the building. Brandy Frazier, Career Development Coordinator for Southern Nash High School, said fund-raising efforts are still ongoing to complete the inside of the facility. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 26, 2016 10:28 pm
4500.	P-Nats defeat Mudcats -- again WOODBRIDGE, VA. -- The Carolina Mudcats turned a four-run deficit into a one-run thriller in the ninth inning on Sunday night, but ultimately fell 7-6 to the host Potomac Nationals at Pfitzner Stadium in a Class A Carolina League baseball event. The Nationals (29-22, 67-53) won nine straight to finish the season set against the Mudcats (25-30, 54-68), finishing 15-4. 11 of Potomac’s 15 wins against Carolina were by two runs or less and included three straight one-run wins. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, August 20, 2014 11:08 pm