The Nashville Graphic

4501.	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
4502.	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
4503.	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
4504.	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
4505.	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
4506.	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
4507.	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
4508.	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
4509.	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
4510.	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
4511.	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
4512.	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
4513.	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
4514.	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
4515.	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
4516.	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
4517.	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
4518.	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
4519.	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
4520.	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
4521.	God's grace is really amazing! "There is no difference, for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus." (Romans 3:22-24)What makes Christianity different from all other religions in the world? C.S. Lewis, a longtime defender of the gospel, once said, "Oh, that's easy. It's grace."Grace is difficult for the unbeliever to understand primarily because of the demonstrative change it can make in the life of a believer. MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, September 30, 2026 9:52 pm
4522.	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
4523.	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
4524.	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
4525.	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
4526.	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
4527.	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
4528.	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
4529.	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
4530.	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
4531.	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
4532.	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
4533.	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
4534.	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
4535.	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
4536.	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
4537.	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
4538.	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
4539.	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
4540.	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
4541.	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
4542.	I can’t believe my baby girl is a third grader Sometimes I feel like my 8-year-old teenager is growing out of control. Longtime readers know a lot about Holly, as many significant things in her life have been chronicled here. You’ll also note that I get in a real melancholy mood every year about this time, oddly enough when school starts back. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, September 2, 2008 10:47 pm
4543.	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
4544.	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
4545.	Janet Elizabeth Green Sload Published Monday, February 15, 2016 7:06 pm
4546.	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
4547.	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
4548.	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
4549.	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
4550.	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
4551.	Overheard conversations are not the same as eavesdropping I was in a Wilmington hotel lobby, having just checked out and sitting alone waiting for my car. The woman working the front desk took a phone call. I had no interest in her business whatsoever, but then:Woman: Naw, I can't be seen with them in public. I've told you that.Long pause.Woman: That's the agreement. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, August 5, 2026 10:08 pm
4552.	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
4553.	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
4554.	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
4555.	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
4556.	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
4557.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News There were 90 in Sunday school today. A lot of our members were gone for the weekend. We missed them and look forward to seeing them next Sunday. By ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, October 16, 2007 10:02 pm
4558.	Spring Hope downtown board talks Halloween activity promotion SPRING HOPE - The goal of promoting Halloween activities in Spring Hope generated a lot of discussion at the most recent meeting of the Downtown Development Board (DDB) Sept. 21st, but most of those ideas are at this point only on the chalkboard. BY NANCY M. WEST GRAPHIC, STAFF WRITER / Published Thursday, October 8, 2026 10:46 am
4559.	Daddy's little princess is growing up fast Dear Holly, Even though I've been teasing you by pretending I didn't remember your birthday is this week, I know that you know better. Maybe it has been teasing, or maybe it has been something in my subconscious pulling hard on time to slow down. Maybe it is my survival instinct trying to protect me from a post-driver's ed world. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, April 1, 2015 11:01 pm
4560.	Spring Hope library to move this month The Town of Spring Hope Library is set to move to the Spaulding Family Resource Center by the end of the month.The town board during Monday's meeting unanimously approved a cooperative agreement with Spaulding in which the town will forgo certain property taxes and make improvements to the building in exchange for Spaulding housing the library.Spaulding is a nonprofit organization set up at the former high school of the same name on Pine Street. LINDELL KAY, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, July 5, 2023 10:23 pm
4561.	Wildlife Resources Commission to hold public hearing at NCC The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will hold a public hearing for comments on proposed changes to 83 hunting, fishing and trapping regulations on January 22 at 7 p.m., in Brown Auditorium at Nash Community College in Rocky Mount. North Carolina General Statutes charge the Commission with stewardship of all the state’s wildlife resources. Through hunting, fishing, and trapping regulations, the Commission works to conserve and sustain these resources and to provide more opportunities for hunting and fishing, promote hunter recruitment and retention and enhance sportsmen’s experience in the field. Published Tuesday, January 13, 2009 10:24 pm
4562.	Mudcats swept versus P-Nats ZEBULON -- The Carolina Mudcats dropped both ends of a doubleheader against the Potomac Nationals on Sunday afternoon. The Mudcats (21-22, 50-60) were nearly no-hit in a 5-2 loss in game one and the Nationals (23-18, 61-49) completed the sweep with a 9-4 winning decision in the second in a Class A Carolina League baseball twinbill.The Mudcats have lost four straight and sit below .500 in the second half for the first time since June 27. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, August 6, 2014 10:44 pm
4563.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS We want to thank everyone who attended the Beulah Church of Christ monthly fish fry on Reges Rd. last Friday night. Again I will remind you that their last fish fry will be held the first Friday night in March. We thank you for all your continued support over the years and hope you will be able to attend the last one on March 7, from 5 - 8 p.m. May God bless you all. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, February 11, 2014 11:06 pm
4564.	RED OAK NEWS What a lovely day! On Sunday afternoon, July 14, men, women, and children gathered at Rose Hill Farm in Nashville for the GA Family Reunion celebrating 100 years of missions education through Girls’ Auxilary and Girls in Action. The grounds of the farm, pond, and the “smokehouse” along with sunny weather provided the perfect scenic backdrop for this historic event. SUZY PEARCE / Published Tuesday, July 23, 2013 10:58 pm
4565.	WRAL anchor to speak at NCWU commencement Renee Chou, news anchor and reporter for WRAL-TV, will be the spring Commencement speaker at North Carolina Wesleyan University. Chou will address NCWU's Class of 2023 during their ceremony at the Rocky Mount Event Center on Saturday, May 6. Chou is a three-time, Emmy Award-winning anchor/reporter for WRAL-TV News. Published Wednesday, February 22, 2023 10:26 pm
4566.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Peachtree 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 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. You do not need to be a member of Peachtree Baptist Church to contribute. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, September 9, 2020 10:24 pm
4567.	Nashville considers $3 million loan for sewer rehab NASHVILLE- The town of Nashville, offered a $3 million loan from NCDEQ for sewer rehabilitation in April, is pushing its deadline for acceptance until the next council meeting in order to give staff time to research how much money might be saved in the long run if the town takes on the new debt.Randy Lansing, town manager, went into details at the August 19th council meeting, aided by Mike Tolson from Mack Gay Associates.Basically, the town applied for $7.3 million in state funding for the purpose last year, hoping to get some or all of it in grant form, but ended up getting an offer for about half of what was asked in the form of a 20-year loan with a 2.45% interest rate. NANCY M. WEST, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, August 26, 2026 9:44 pm
4568.	MOUNT ZION FWB CHURCH NEWS We had 89 in Sunday school today. Several visitors were present and we wanted to welcome them any time they can come. Special welcome to Rowena Collie Fair from Florida. She grew up here, but has been in Florida for many years. ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, May 3, 2011 11:53 pm
4569.	The Coasters to perform at Nash Community College Show business has never seen a group quite like The Coasters who occupy a special niche in the music field. And the Tar River Orchestra and Chorus League is excited to announce they will be hosting The Coasters live in Rocky Mount on Friday, February 10, 2017 at Nash Community College's Brown Auditorium. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Tickets are $60 per person and include heavy hors d'oeuvres and cash bar. Order tickets online at tarriverlive.com or reserve seats and tables by calling 252-200-4157. Published Wednesday, December 21, 2016 10:49 pm
4570.	Central Starts With Setback BUNN -- After watching his club experience tough graduation losses over the past two seasons, Gary Smith wasn’t sure what to expect this spring from his Nash Central High School fast-pitch softball squad.Nash Central still has a solid nucleus of players, but the Lady Bulldogs will also feature several newcomers who will need time to adjust to the varsity level. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, March 11, 2015 10:49 pm
4571.	Carolina Mudcats defeated by Nationals ZEBULON -- The Potomac Nationals scored five runs over the final two innings as the Carolina Mudcats stumbled down the stretch in a 6-4 loss on Sunday afternoon at Five County Stadium in a Class A Carolina League baseball event. The rally secured a series split for the Nationals and ruined a terrific outing for right-hander Cole Sulser.Sulser struck out seven batters and one-hit the Nationals over five solid innings in first Carolina League start. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, April 8, 2014 11:08 pm
4572.	Donald Glisson is remembered for his community service Don Glisson, who spent most of his life giving back to the community, passed away last Tuesday. He was 81 years old. Glisson was involved in many organizations in his lifetime but he had a strong love for the Lions Club. He served in Nashville’s Lions Club for over 50 years and was active in the club up until a few weeks ago. Jim Boehm, a fellow member of the Nashville Lions Club, said Glisson will be sorely missed by members all over the world. Published Tuesday, May 5, 2009 10:21 pm
4573.	Mudcats rally for a victory at home ZEBULON -- The Carolina Mudcats (17 – 20) built a 6-1 lead on Sunday afternoon only to see it evaporate late in the game as the Jacksonville Suns (24-12) rallied to take a one run lead in the top of the ninth, before the Mudcats came up with a pair in the bottom half to win their fifth game in a row 8-7 in front 5, 328 fans at Five County Stadium in a Class AA Southern League baseball matchup. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, May 18, 2010 10:26 pm
4574.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS MARCH 14-18 The Florence Craig Bunn Revocable Trust, Florence Craig Bunn and Charles Ivy Bunn Jr. to Brantley Land, LLC; 136.2 acresRobert J. Silver and Lashawnda R. Silver to Clifton B. Hunter Jr.; 0 Helm Street, 637 Hunter Hill Road, 647 Hunter Hill Road and 691 Hunter Hill Road; $20,000Arlin Teresa Chavis to 6658 Red Oak, LLC; 27.76 acres, 6658 Red Oak Road, Battleboro; $245,000Daniel Randolph Williams and Donna L. Hair to Joshua G. Pearson and Laura R. Pearson; 274 Joy Road, Nashville; $175,000 Published Wednesday, March 23, 2022 10:55 pm
4575.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News There were 84 people including one visitor who gathered together at Mt. Zion to study God’s Word. Brother Bob Watkins welcomed everyone and his thought for the day was “Growth is the goal of the Christian. Maturity is mandatory... If you are the same Christian that you were a few months ago... Be very careful.” By ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, October 21, 2008 10:24 pm
4576.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News Our Sunday school attendance dropped again today. With a total of 87, including 1 visitor. Welcome to each of you. Brother Bob Watkins welcomed everyone and said, “It’s a great time to be in the house of God.” He says it every Sunday and I believe he means it. Any day or night is a great time to be in the house of God. Anthony Puckett read the verse for today. Our lesson was from the book of James and spoke about the evil or good a tongue can do. We must all strive to control our tongue and use it to glorify God. By ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, August 19, 2008 10:02 pm
4577.	HERBERT RAY WALKER, SR. August 6, 1939 ~ March 30, 2008 ROCKY MOUNT – Herbert Ray Walker, Sr., 68, of Whitakers, NC, died on March 30, 2008. He was born August 6, 1939 to the late James Franklin and Virginia Carroll Walker of Rocky Mount. Published Tuesday, April 1, 2008 11:12 pm
4578.	RMHS wins at Southern Nash STANHOPE -- Rocky Mount’s passing game never quite clicked in its game last week at SouthWest Edgecombe. But it was the Gryphons’ prime method of moving the ball last Friday in their 24-7 NEW 6 Conference win over Southern Nash at Firebird Stadium. The game was played in a steady rain, conditions that stopped the night’s other NEW 6 games from even being played. Charles Alston, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, October 28, 2008 10:28 pm
4579.	Swift Creek 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 Swift Creek Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Tuesday, November 24, 2020 10:55 pm
4580.	Ripe Revival plans tabled for second time NASHVILLE - For the second time in two months, the Nashville town council has voted to table a decision on rezoning two chunks of land off Cooke Road in the light of heavy local opposition to proposed land improvements for a Ripe Revival food processing and educational complex. The council voted unanimously Feb. 4 to table while asking two requests of Will Kornegay, Ripe Revival founder and CEO: for more research to be done about how to mitigate potential biohazard risks to a nearby poultry farm and for Kornegay to address potential issues of noise and light pollution from a planned outdoor amphitheater at the complex. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 5, 2025 10:21 pm
4581.	Southern Claws Past Wildcats STANHOPE -- Carlos Barron has fielded some strong teams during his tenure as Southern Nash's boys soccer coach -- but this might be his best club yet.Even with a tough schedule, the Firebirds have rolled through regular season action to date -- and appear to be headed for a pair of showdowns with Franklinton with the Big East Conference Championship at stake. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, September 22, 2021 10:43 pm
4582.	Living a Godly life is a powerful testimony "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven." (Matthew 5:16)When I lived in Georgia, I had a friend at my church that I had grown to admire. His love for Christ was deep and his passion to witness for the Lord was unmatched. In short, he was on fire for Jesus.Unfortunately, his born-again attitude made him the brunt of a lot of jokes where he worked. He asked me to pray for him. MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, January 17, 2024 10:46 pm
4583.	Bark For Life set for November 5th Bark for Life organizers are planning their last big fund-raiser before their event next weekend.Pet's Best Friend in Rocky Mount will host Bubbles for Bark on Saturday, October 29 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The event will offer baths for your four-legged friends at hugely discounted rates, said Susan Baker, owner of Pet's Best Friend who also serves as Chair for the Bark for Life event. Baker said dogs will be offered the full pampered treatment on Saturday. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 26, 2016 10:28 pm
4584.	Parker seeks donations for Alzheimer’s Unit When Betty Parker moved her mother to Nash Grove Manor’s Special Care Unit, she noticed a significant change. Initially, her mother, Esther Page, was at another facility. However, Parker said that facility was not equipped to handle patients with Alzheimer’s so Parker agreed to move her to Nash Grove’s Special Care Unit. Parker said since her mother was moved, she has made a complete turnaround. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, May 11, 2010 10:13 pm
4585.	How on earth did we get here so fast? Dear Holly,Whew. Give me a minute.I knew this day was coming, I just didn't know it would get here this dern fast. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, March 28, 2018 10:44 pm
4586.	Kent has an advanced degree in "teenager" Forget "Yo Mama" jokes. I've got "My Daddy" jokes.Like, my Dad used to have salt and pepper hair. Now, it's all salt and he's getting saltier by the day. Ha!It is amazing how finely honed my sense of humor has become in the last year since I got my time in this space. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, April 3, 2019 10:45 pm
4587.	NCC announces Associate Degree Nursing grads Nash Community College has announced 47 graduates have successfully completed the requirements for graduation from the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program.The Associate Degree Nursing curriculum provides students the skills necessary to integrate safety and quality into nursing care, to practice in a dynamic environment, and to meet individual needs which impact health, quality of life, and achievement of potential. Published Wednesday, May 20, 2020 10:42 pm
4588.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS O.K. friends, it’s time to mark your calendars again. This Friday night, from 5 - 8 p.m. will be the monthly fish fry at the Beulah Church of Christ Annex on Reges Rd. thank you for your participation, support and fellowship in the past. We look forward to seeing you again this Friday night, Aug. 2. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, July 30, 2013 10:57 pm
4589.	Salvation up close and in person When we lived in Georgia, our church hosted a crusade. I was asked by one of its promoters to encourage the unchurched - as well as the churched - in my community to attend.Truth be told, the real value that comes from crusades manifests itself long after the evangelist has left and the crusade expenses have been paid. MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, May 12, 2021 10:48 pm
4590.	PUBLIC NOTICES & CLASSIFIEDS NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Lonnie Marcell Giles and Victoria Charlotte Giles to Lonnie Marcell Giles and Victoria Charlotte Giles; Bradford Place, Section 1, Block G, Lot 39WJH, LLC to Elisendo Campos; 9101 Shallow Creek Trail, Bailey; $260,000231 Homes, LLC to Jennifer Garris; 111 North Hilliard Street, Nashville; $182,000 Published Wednesday, August 23, 2023 10:29 pm
4591.	Spring Hope Elementary announces honor roll Spring Hope Elementary School has announced its Fifth Six Weeks Honor Roll for 2012. Published Tuesday, May 15, 2012 11:14 pm
4592.	Bunn Selected RED OAK -- While local news surrounding high school athletics has been running low lately with the cancellation of the spring athletic season due to the coronavirus pandemic, good news struck for a particular Northern Nash High School defensive standout and North Carolina Wesleyan College football signee earlier this week.NNHS senior Michael Bunn was named to the roster of the annual North Carolina East-West All-Star Game this Sunday, which is scheduled to take place on July 22 at Greensboro's Jamieson Stadium during the annual North Carolina Coaches Association Clinic. CHANCE PUCKETT, Correspondent / Published Wednesday, May 6, 2020 10:50 pm
4593.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS David Viverette and Stephanie Viverette to Carrie Byrum; one acre, .837 acres and .9 acresBrantley Land, LLC to Graham Barnes and Nichole Barnes; 4.57 acresDixie Place Rentals, LLC to CMH Homes, Inc.; 7975 Race Track Road, Castalia; $40,000Donald V. Joyner Jr. and Victoria Joyner to Steven Tyrrell and Tiffany Tyrrell; Oak Level Crossing, Phase II, Lot 45; $280,000 Published Wednesday, January 31, 2024 10:28 pm
4594.	RMHS Claims Boys Crown ROCKY MOUNT -- Rocky Mount’s long-time dominance of the Nash County Boys Christmas Basketball Tournament continued last Thursday -- but with a different plot twist this time around.Instead of simply blowing out an overmatched foe -- which has become a trend in recent campaigns -- the Gryphons were able to hold off threats from Southern Nash and Northern Nash in order to nab yet another title at the RMHS Gymnasium. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, December 24, 2014 10:09 pm
4595.	Central Claims County Crown RED OAK -- If a middle school baseball game was ever to be televised it should have been the recent game when the Trojans of Nash Central Middle visited the Tigers of Red Oak Middle for the last game of the year. But this wasn’t just any game -- this was the second time this season these two teams met. NCMS entered with a 6-1 record in Nash County and ROMS at 5-2, having lost to the Trojans previously by a 6-5 score. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, May 31, 2011 10:40 pm
4596.	Nashville's Liberty Acres lots approved for sale NASHVILLE - The last hurdle for the Liberty Acres proposed townhouse development in Nashville has been jumped, and with town council members signing off with plat approval at their Nov. 7 meeting, developers will be able to record the plat at the Register of Deeds and begin legally selling townhouse lots to buyers. Shawn Lucas, planning director, gave a brief timeline of project steps, including an approval for special use permit in March 2024, at which time council members gave a list of conditions, including a reduction of units, the addition of a second parking area, looping sidewalks to connect interior streets and moving an open-space recreational area. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, November 13, 2024 10:21 pm
4597.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS House to Home Construction, inc. to Latarsha Middleton and Douglas Eatmon; 1986 Sheldon Road, Bailey; $499,000MCC Utility Construction, LLC to Medina Realty, LLC; .46 acresI'll have another, LLC to Deanna Faye Gentile and Velma Faye Wirth; 413 East Center Street, Nashville; $168,000Carolyn Hartney-Correa, Carolyn Hartney Correa and James E. Correa Jr. to Robert Brethen and Denise Brethen; 4612 River Farm Road, Rocky Mount; $565,000 Published Wednesday, August 13, 2025 10:26 pm
4598.	RIVALS MEET AGAIN WILSON -- Southern Nash renewed two long-time rivalries last week -- with mixed results -- during last week's action at the annual Wilson Christmas Boys Basketball Tournament.SN's opening-round foe was host and former Big East Conference opponent Wilson Hunt. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, January 5, 2022 10:49 pm
4599.	Northern Nash, RM give out fall sports awards NASH COUNTY -- Northern Nash and Rocky Mount High Schools each handed out fall sports awards during ceremonies held recently by their respective athletic departments. Here are listings of all the award winners at each school in the sports of varsity and JV football, varsity and JV volleyball, women’s tennis, men’s soccer and men’s and women’s cross country. Charles Alston, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, December 16, 2008 10:28 pm
4600.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a warm, but drizzly February morning, Peachtree folks gathered at the church for worship. Jerry Hobgood, Sunday School Superintendent, welcomed all of those present for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given by Lynn Griffin in honor of her husband, David, on the occasion of his birthday on the 7th. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, February 14, 2018 10:53 pm