The Nashville Graphic

4501.	Selling a car is not for the weak or impatient A few weeks ago I wrote about selling things online and how everyone should experience it. It allows for some odd interactions.For example, I was trying to sell some wood flooring that I'd gotten for a project that was clearly never going to happen. My message app was flooded with people wanting to buy it -- a sure sign I had it marked too cheap. One person was upset because I would not give it to him for free.Anyway, I said I'd be back once we sold my daughter's car to share how that went. Let's just say it had a drama all its own. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, December 18, 2024 10:20 pm
4502.	Local doctor opens office in Nashville A local physician has launched her own practice to offer the small town charm of a family doctor in Nashville.Dr. Shandal Emmanuel will head Primary Care and Urgent Care of Nashville when it opens next month on West Nashville Drive behind Bojangles and across from Ribeyes Steakhouse. A grand opening is set tentatively for July 17. LINDELL KAY, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, June 21, 2023 10:34 pm
4503.	Santa, and the Grinch coming to downtown Nashville's Annual Christmas Celebration will take place on Saturday, December 4th starting at 3:45 p.m. The free event is sponsored by the Nashville Chamber of Commerce and this year co-hosted by Nashville's Park, Recreation and Cultural Resources.A new partnership between the two agencies has been developed in hopes of growing the event for future generations. JO ANNE COOPER, GRAPHIC PUBLISHER / Published Wednesday, November 24, 2021 9:16 pm
4504.	DeLeon Carter Foundation helps fund monument honoring U.S. Army Capt. Hugh Reavis Nelson Jr. ROCKY MOUNT -- The City of Rocky Mount announced a contribution from the DeLeon Carter Foundation to support the newly installed Medal of Honor monument honoring U.S. Army Capt. Hugh Reavis Nelson Jr. at the Veterans Memorial in Jack Laughery Park. The monument, unveiled during this year's Veterans Day ceremony, stands as a permanent tribute to Capt. Nelson's extraordinary heroism and enduring legacy. Published Wednesday, December 3, 2025 10:01 pm
4505.	The light of Christ shines in His art Several years ago, my wife and I stumbled into a gallery while shopping. It was a gallery unlike any we'd ever seen. If you haven't taken a trip to one of Thomas Kinkade's galleries, it's a must. Every picture hanging on the wall literally glows. For example, neighborhood scenes show light-filled houses that look as if the light inside is real. MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, January 20, 2021 10:31 pm
4506.	Jack Smith promoted to Major at Nash County Sheriff’s Office The Town of Enfield’s loss is Nash County’s gain, according to Nash County Sheriff Dick Jenkins, who announced his right hand man at a special ceremony on March 31. Jenkins promoted Enfield Police Chief and Nash County Sheriff Deputy Reserve Jack Smith to Major, replacing Dennis Lyons, who retired at the end of February. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, April 27, 2010 10:25 pm
4507.	Dogs Grin & Garrett RALEIGH -- After being challenged by Middle Creek’s spread offense during jamboree action last weekend, the Nash Central Bulldogs will encounter a completely opposite strategy this Friday during their season opener at Tarboro. Middle Creek, led by acclaimed quarterback Garrett Leatham, runs a pass-oriented spread that intends to expose single coverages. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, August 17, 2010 11:15 pm
4508.	Not a typical week at The Nashville Graphic newspaper office! Everything was moving right along like most typical Tuesday mornings at the Graphic office this week –– or at least what is typical for us newspaper folks! But what happened mid-morning was even beyond our strange encounters!Nashville Graphic veteran advertising sales representative Deborah Tucker calmly notified all of us that a bird had entered the building through our back door. My first thought was a small bird had flown in since they love to nest in the outside nooks and crannies of some of these old buildings. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, December 17, 2014 11:22 pm
4509.	Carrie Ayscue Daniels Published Friday, August 19, 2016 8:58 am
4510.	Considerations on the value of public art It only takes a little appreciation for old houses or history, or maybe just a little travelling to make a person realize the value of public art. Or, maybe, I should say how undervalued public art can be.For example, right here in Nashville we have plenty of examples. The biggest is perhaps the Courthouse on Washington Street. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, March 7, 2018 10:14 pm
4511.	Red Oak approves firm for park grant Mark Garner, Vice President of Rivers and Associates addressed Red Oak's commissioners Monday night. Rivers and Associates will be helping the town with its application for the Part F Grant to be used in the Park expansion project. If received, the $500,000 grant would be used to expand the current playground area at the park into an all-inclusive (special needs accessible) playground, and construct a sensory garden, and a covered pavilion for bands to perform. JESSICA A. SMITH, GRAPHIC CORRESPONDENT / Published Wednesday, February 13, 2019 10:53 pm
4512.	Intersections: God and Life Harold Ross started The New Yorker magazine years ago in small offices, with little equipment.One day in a restaurant downstairs he met Dorothy Parker, one of the magazine's first writers."What are you doing here?" he asked. "Why aren't you upstairs working?" CARLYLE HALL, JR / Published Wednesday, December 28, 2022 10:35 pm
4513.	Bailey resident teaches golf to local youngters BAILEY -- Serving as a boxing coach in the early portion of his adult life, Rocky Winstead switched to teaching a much less puglistic endeavor in 1971. But against a foe no less challenging -- in the form of a golf course. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, October 19, 2010 10:52 pm
4514.	City to celebrate musical legacy of Thelonious Monk this weekend The Rocky Mount/Edgecombe Community Development Corporation’s (RMECDC) Juneteenth Community Empowerment Harambee Festival will celebrate the musical legacy of the international jazz great, Thelonious “Sphere” Monk, with a Thelonious Monk Jazz Concert on Friday, June 6, 2014 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Booker T. Theater. Published Tuesday, June 3, 2014 11:44 pm
4515.	Do you have the courage? Please read this Mr. Jones. I have lived in Eastern NC all my life (so far) except two years when I was in graduate school.) I remember being served by Congressman L.H. Fountain when I lived in the Wilson-Nash County areas. And I remember Walter Jones because I grew up in Pamlico and Craven Counties. Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, October 8, 2013 10:44 pm
4516.	Public hearing set for closing portion of Elm St. Nashville's Town Council approved moving forward with the process of closing a portion of Elm Street so Nash County could build an addition to its detention center. The request to close a portion of Elm Street was first brought before the board on September 30. Nash County Director of Public Utilities and Facilities Jonathan Boone presented plans for a detention center expansion to council members and asked that the town permanently close a portion of Elm Street to accommodate the new facility. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 9, 2020 11:08 pm
4517.	Nash Board approves financing for Middlesex Elementary School Nash County Commissioners approved a resolution last Wednesday that will pave the way for renovations to Middlesex Elementary School. The emergency meeting was held last Wednesday morning following a ground breaking ceremony for the new Rocky Mount High School, which commissioners approved funding for in January of this year. The Middlesex Elementary School renovations were approved in September 2009. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, April 6, 2010 11:53 pm
4518.	‘Birds coach to step down STANHOPE -- Maintaining a normal, family-oriented lifestyle is always a difficult proposition for a high school coach, regardless of the sport. Especially when young children are involved. Southern Nash girls basketball mentor Scott Collie has always loved coaching, but he saw the effect it had on time he had to spend with his kids, Elisabeth and Daniel. Geoff Neville, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:13 pm
4519.	RO finalizes baseball, softball sked RED OAK -- Red Oak Middle School's 2020 baseball and softball seasons will open on March 9 with road games in Wilson against Springfield Middle.All contests will begin at 4 p.m. Admission for home events will be $5 for adults and $3 for students.Red Oak's complete worksheet is as follows, with home outings listed in CAPS: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, January 29, 2020 10:33 pm
4520.	Meetings, money pits, and a lot of heat make a rough stretch The last few weeks over in Brantleyworld have been rough.If my mama was still around, she'd probably tell me it's because I missed church two weeks in a row. I had this naivete that the summer might get a little less hectic once Wedding Week: The Epic Motion Picture finished its run. Pfft.I finished a five-year commitment by chairing a conference a couple of weeks ago that went well. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, July 30, 2025 10:10 pm
4521.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS A lot of activities have been happening at Beulah Church of Christ this past week. On Friday night some of our carol singers went to visit several shut-ins they sang Christmas carols, gave some gifts (received some gifts also) and brought smiles to may shut-ins. It also brought joy to those who were involved. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, December 20, 2011 11:12 pm
4522.	Luke's Word for the Week On Sunday evening at about 8pm or so I was made aware of the demonic attack on our fellow brothers and sisters, in the faith, who were gathering together doing and being the church in Texas. I sat in my car, in the parking lot and I read over the news story as the tears rolled down my face. I experienced a wide range of emotions from anger to passion; from love to hate. LUKE WHITEHEAD / Published Thursday, November 9, 2017 12:02 am
4523.	Early voting ends Saturday for primary Early voting for the May 17th primary ends Saturday, May 14th in Nash County. Voting is through Friday from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Saturday May 14th from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Locations for early voting are Nash County Agriculture Center, 1006 Eastern Ave., Nashville; Braswell Memorial Library, 727 N. Grace St., Rocky Mount; and Mt. Pleasant Community Building, 7637 Harris Road, Bailey. Published Wednesday, May 11, 2022 11:29 pm
4524.	Election filing period closes Filing ended on Friday with a handful of people filing prior to the lunchtime deadline. Several local seats will be contested during this year’s elections. Rachel Joyner (D), who has served as Nash County’s Clerk of Court since 1968, is one who is facing opposition for the first time in many years. Magistrate Tripp Finch (R) filed last Monday to run against Joyner, saying he felt his generation needed to step up and lead. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Tuesday, March 4, 2014 11:19 pm
4525.	Spring Hope's caboose addition price more than anticipated SPRING HOPE - Spring Hope's planned caboose addition to the Depot is still on track and "getting closer," but the cost of rolling it into place is more pricey than anticipated, causing town officials to put a hold on some planned streetscape additions.Andrew DeIonno, town manager, told the board of commissioners at their August 4 meeting that he had been working with NCDOT and the town's insurance company to get all the paperwork in place, "but transportation of the caboose is about a $25,000 ticket item... NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, August 27, 2025 10:29 pm
4526.	Intersections: God and Life In the late 1800s, a small church in Mayfield County, Kentucky, had two deacons who hated each other. One Sunday, one of those deacons nailed a small wooden peg to the back wall for the pastor to hang his hat. When the other deacon saw the peg, he was outraged that he had not been consulted. An argument ensued, and the members took sides. The church split was called the Anti-Peg Baptist Church. CARLYLE HALL, JR. / Published Wednesday, February 14, 2024 10:26 pm
4527.	Some Biblical advice for everyday problems I once wrote a column about a diet I tried that prompted a reader from Roxboro to telephone me. "Could you help me?" she said. "I don't know what to do!"I understood her pain. I've gained a lot more weight than I've ever lost and will never forget the depression and sense of defeat that accompanies weight gain. In fact, research tells us that the vast majority of people who lose weight eventually gain it all back, and then some. MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, November 21, 2018 9:57 am
4528.	Comprehensive Plan Task Force seeks citizen input Members of the Nashville Comprehensive Plan Task Force will soon begin their focus group meetings and is encouraging stakeholders to get involved. The Comprehensive Plan Task Force first began meeting in November of 2006 to outline its goals and objectives. The task force consists of 10 members, eight from the community and two council members representing the board. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, October 23, 2007 10:53 pm
4529.	Wi-Fi to be installed at Glover Park Nash County is planning to use grant funds to provide Wi-Fi at Glover Park. Nashville's Town Council approved an interlocal agreement with Nash County on Tuesday night at the board's regular meeting. The interlocal agreement is for installation and operation of a Wi-Fi station at Glover Park for public use. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, January 5, 2022 10:49 pm
4530.	'Twas the night after Christmas ~ 2016 As is tradition, and with apologies to Clement Clarke Moore, it is that time of year for a Soapbox original, 'Twas the Night After Christmas: Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, December 28, 2016 10:19 pm
4531.	The traditional 'Twas the night after Christmas As is tradition, and with apologies to Clement Clarke Moore, it is that time of year for a Soapbox original, 'Twas the Night After Christmas: Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, December 30, 2015 11:07 pm
4532.	County to consider affordable housing program committee NASHVILLE - Nash County has applied for, and received $950,000 to use to address housing needs, and one commissioner is asking that a program committee be established to work on the issue of affordable housing. "In our rural areas, I think the county should take a look at getting into affordable housing," Fred Belfield, Commissioner, said at the Sept. 9 Nash County Board of Commissioners meeting. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, September 18, 2024 10:47 pm
4533.	School system works with budget cuts Federal, state, and local budget figures look better than previously forecast, Nash-Rocky Mount Schools Superintendent Rick McMahon shared with the board at their meeting Monday night. “We’re cautiously optimistic that we’ll be ok,” he said. “We’re not overextended right now.” “The state budget doesn’t have to get any better to be where we need to be,” he said. “In the worse case scenario, we’re covered.” Michele A. Cruz, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, June 14, 2011 10:54 pm
4534.	Intersections: God and Life As we end our consideration of the Lord building His Church, we must think about our role.You may not have the qualifications to lead, the gift to teach, or the talent to sing. But there is work for you to do. Galatians 6:10 says: "So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith." CARLYLE HALL, JR. / Published Wednesday, March 13, 2024 10:31 pm
4535.	Nashville budget is presented Nashville Town Manager Preston Mitchell presented the town’s $8.5 million proposed budget for the 2012-2013 Fiscal Year to town council members at the board’s regular meeting on Tuesday night. The budget is a $697,000 increase from the budget adopted for the 2011-2012 Fiscal Year. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, May 1, 2012 11:04 pm
4536.	US House of Representatives District 13: Charles Malone Charles Malone Age: 64 Published Tuesday, October 23, 2012 11:14 pm
4537.	Locals earn UNC degrees, Dean’s List recognition More than 950 students earned bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral or professional degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill during the December 16 commencement ceremony. Out of 988 students who received a degree, 568 earned a bachelor’s, 275 earned a master’s, 131 earned a doctoral degree and 14 earned a professional degree. Published Tuesday, February 12, 2013 11:12 pm
4538.	Intersections: God and Life Focus. I recall participating in a short term mission trip to Ukraine in the early 1990's. Our team went under the partnership between North Carolina Baptist Men and Ukrainian Baptist.As we prepared for our trip (my first airplane flight and my first trip overseas), we collected needed supplies from individuals and churches. CARLYLE HALL / Published Wednesday, March 21, 2018 10:36 pm
4539.	Nothing holds a candle to a house full of little boys I have friends who like to laugh at me. I think they laugh because they're not sure what else to do but I can tell they really want to take my hand and say, "I'm sorry." These friends either have little girls or no kids at all and have no idea how I am able to keep up with three wild and crazy boys. Sometimes, I don't even know how I do it. I'm not really sure I actually do it. Amanda Clark / Published Wednesday, October 30, 2019 10:19 pm
4540.	What does backsliding mean? "Return, you backsliding children, and I will heal your backslidings." (Jeremiah 3:22)If you attend church on a regular basis, then you've heard your pastor or Sunday School teacher mention backsliding. But what does it mean? Moreover, what are the common symptoms associated with backsliding? MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, July 8, 2020 10:40 pm
4541.	Funds to help scrap homes A grant will help the county dispose of at least 40 abandoned manufactured homes throughout the county. Nash County was awarded a $40,000 grant through the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources to help demolish and remove abandoned manufactured homes in rural areas. The purpose of the grant is to improve public safety and protect property values. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, June 22, 2010 10:46 pm
4542.	Ephesus Community News On Tue., March 10, several members from Ephesus attended the visitation of Karen Hendricks’ mother, Emma Davis, and Sharon Druppel’s father, Rev. Lawrence Evans. Our deepest sympathy is extended to these families. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, March 17, 2009 10:11 pm
4543.	A House Of Cards STANHOPE -- Forgive John Matthews if he hopes not to see Jacksonville High School on the opposite side of the soccer pitch in the near future.Last fall, Matthews coached the Southern Nash boys to a best-ever season before the Firebirds fell to Jacksonville in the quarterfinals of the Class 3-A State Playoffs. GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, May 14, 2013 11:32 pm
4544.	NCC gets $1.5 million grant Nash Community College received good news last week. The college will receive $1.5 million for a new workforce training facility. U.S. Senator Kay Hagan and the Economic Development Administration recently made the announcement. The $1.5 million grant will help meet the rising demand for skilled employees in the area’s emerging industries. Published Tuesday, April 2, 2013 11:01 pm
4545.	Southern tops the Big East NASH COUNTY -- Southern Nash's ahead-of-schedule arrival highlighted the Big East Conference softball scene this spring.The Ladybirds, despite fielding one of the league's youngest squads, won the Big East regular season and tournament championships before advancing to the second round of the Class 3-A State Playoffs. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, May 30, 2018 10:49 pm
4546.	Make sure your voice is heard now The town of Nashville is hosting another drop-in workshop to solicit input for its Comprehensive Plan. The drop-in workshop will be held on July 14 from 3-7 p.m. at 114 West Church Street in the town council chambers and members of the public are encouraged to drop by to offer comments or suggestions on the vision for the town. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, July 7, 2021 10:30 pm
4547.	Lobbyists prove we have the best government their money can buy I want a horse.Back in the day, men rode horses and carried guns. Just as the automobile replaced horses, higher powered guns replaced guns of that era. Gun owners, thanks to the ability of their lobbyist, the National Rifle Association, face none of the trials and tribulations that car owners encounter every day. The NRA knows how to buy the support of representatives and senators, unlike the American Automobile Association, Triple A. Published Wednesday, October 7, 2015 10:58 pm
4548.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Spring has finally arrived, along with a yellow cloud of pollen. Gardeners are getting serious about their yard work. Thanks to all of those who participated in the High Way Clean-up on Saturday AM. It was a job well done.Peachtree folks gathered for worship on Sunday morning. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, April 16, 2013 10:56 pm
4549.	Nashville identifies parking for veterans The Town of Nashville will join Nash County in designating veteran parking spaces at publicly-owned facilities. A request was brought before Nashville's Town Council in February by Rick Thomason, Senior Vice Commandant for the Departmet of North Carolina Marine Corps League. Thomason, a lifelong Nash County resident, proposed that the town acquire signs to be placed in parking lots of town-owned buildings. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 21, 2018 10:36 pm
4550.	Residents speak against rezoning Residents of Stone Ridge in Nashville expressed their concern over a proposed rezoning during a public hearing last Wednesday night. The request came before Nashville’s Board and the Planning Board to rezone a portion of the Stone Ridge Subdivision, which consists of five lots currently zoned R-6 and multi-family. The request was to rezone a portion of the lots from R-6 to multi-family. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, July 1, 2008 10:08 pm
4551.	New senior center opens in southern Nash County Nash County celebrated the opening of a new, state-of-the-art senior center in the southern end of the county on Friday, a project that's been in the works for many years. A ribbon cutting was held for the new senior center, which is located at the Bailey-Middlesex Park. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 13, 2019 10:33 pm
4552.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News We had 86 in attendance for Sunday school. Ryan Marlowe read the Scripture verse for today. Algie Jones, Jr. prayed the closing prayer. The pretty flowers for the altar table were given by Clarence Manning family in memory of him. “Thank you.” ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, April 27, 2010 10:25 pm
4553.	Tarboro Edges NNHS TARBORO -- On its final offensive play of the evening, Northern Nash had its fate in its hands Monday in its twice rescheduled matchup with two-time defending 2-A state champion Tarboro at Viking Stadium. With the Knights facing a fourth-and-goal situation from the Tarboro 8-yard line with 38.7 seconds remaining and down 12-7, they opted to run a sweep to the right with senior Darius Perry carrying the ball. CHARLES ALSTON, Graphic Correspondent / Submitted photos by David Hahula / Published Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:59 pm
4554.	Down To The Wire NASHVILLE -- This past Saturday was the second-to-last weekend of soccer games at Glover Park for the Town of Nashville Youth Recreation League. In 12U, Taylor Made Jewelry played MGD Realty in a tight game. It was tied with a goal by Carter Hager for Taylor Made Jewelry and Elijah Govender for MGD Realty. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, October 23, 2019 10:35 pm
4555.	NCC to name building after president Nash Community College recently announced the naming of the Continuing Education building after Dr. Bill Carver who is set to retire at the end of October. The Board of Trustees voted in support of the naming opportunity at the regular board meeting held on September 16, 2019.Dedicated in June 2015, the Continuing Education building contains 31 classrooms and nine labs. It is also home to an eight-lane, 3,000 square foot, indoor gun range and virtual reality simulator used for law enforcement training. Published Wednesday, October 23, 2019 10:35 pm
4556.	Elections set for November 8 Louise Hinton and Charles Taylor say they want to finish what they’ve started. James McBride said he wants to be a part of the progress underway in Nashville. All three are running for two available seats on Nashville’s Town Council. Hinton has served on Nashville’s Town Council for six years. She was initially selected to fill the seat vacated by her husband, Larry Hinton, who passed away in 2005. She was re-elected to the seat during the 2007 elections. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, October 25, 2011 11:44 pm
4557.	Census is too costly to ignore, count yourself To say that our state, our nation, and our world have changed dramatically in the past few months would be an understatement. At the NC Rural Center and the NC Counts Coalition, we know how much our work and the communities we serve have changed--and will change--because of the COVID-19 pandemic. We also know that as we move through this year with more uncertainty than ever before, there is one thing we can do to ensure the future health of our communities--and that's getting counted in the 2020 census. Published Wednesday, September 9, 2020 10:24 pm
4558.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a perfect summer Sunday, Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Graduations were held in the public schools on Saturday, so recognition was given to two of our recent graduates. Jeremy Browder completed his high school requirements a little early so he already has a job. Allison Vaughan graduated from Nash Central Senior High and plans to continue her education in nursing at Nash Community College. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, June 11, 2013 10:46 pm
4559.	Luke's Word for the Week Greetings fellow follower of the Way! Valentine's Day has never been something important in my life and praise be to God, it's never been something to get excited about even in the life of our marriage (we both feel this way). When a celebration becomes so divorced from what the person (Saint Valentine) stood for, it usually causes me to step back and politely say, "no thank you." LUKE WHITEHEAD / Published Wednesday, February 7, 2018 10:27 pm
4560.	Primary election is Tuesday Primary Election Day is just days away but there a few more days left to cast your vote early. Nash County Board of Elections Director John Kearney said turnout has not been too heavy so far for early voting. "I would consider it low turnout," Kearney said. "I expected a heavier volume than we've seen."But Kearney said he's hopeful Friday and Saturday will pick up before Tuesday's election day. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 9, 2016 11:02 pm
4561.	Nash County Ruritans hold annual meeting Nash County Ruritans joined together last Tuesday for the 55th Annual Meeting of the Nash County Ruritan Clubs.The meeting began by remembering the six Ruritans who had passed away over the past year. The meeting also included the installation of officers for 2015. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Tuesday, March 25, 2014 11:17 pm
4562.	Traditional ‘twas the night after Christmas! As is tradition, and with apologies to Clement Clarke Moore, it is that time of year for a Soapbox original, ’Twas the Night After Christmas: Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, December 24, 2014 10:09 pm
4563.	What does backsliding mean? "Return, you backsliding children, and I will heal your backslidings." (Jeremiah 3:22)If you attend church on a regular basis, then you've heard your pastor or Sunday School teacher mention backsliding. But what does it mean? Moreover, what are the common symptoms associated with backsliding? MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, March 17, 2021 10:38 pm
4564.	SANDY CROSS NEWS Pastor Dr. Daniel Moss of Kingdom International Church gave the Wednesday night online Bible study entitled "Worship - Your Relationship With God & Its Vital Necessity In Your Church".This past Sunday at KIC, the "drive-in" service was opened with giving honor to Israel. EMILY SILLS / Published Wednesday, April 22, 2020 10:52 pm
4565.	UDC BETHEL HEROES Wallace Abernathy, local historian, was the guest speaker at the UDC Bethel Heroes Chapter 636 meeting in November. He spoke about Spies who served the confederacy during the War Between the States. He spoke first on Edgar C. Singer who invented the Singer Percussion Torpedo. HELEN SHARPE / Published Tuesday, December 4, 2012 11:35 pm
4566.	RED OAK NEWS It has been an amazing summer at Red Oak United Methodist Church! They just wrapped up the Second Annual Fruit of the Spirit Reading Camp, a three week camp designed to help prevent summer slide and improve the basic literacy skills of children in our community. It was an amazing success and each child who participated in the camp was given several books to continue practicing the skills they learned at home. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, August 17, 2016 10:33 pm
4567.	End of the road for many animals Hamlett, Frampton and Halo stand side by side, peeking out of their kennels at the Nash County Animal Shelter. The three Labrador puppies don’t know it but their time is limited. With only 16 kennels for dogs, 13 for cats, the shelter has limited space for the hundreds of animals that are picked up or surrendered each month. Last year, the shelter handled 3,081 animals. Over 85 percent of those were euthanized. “Last year, we euthanized 2,661 animals,” said Robert Hunt, Supervisor for Environmental Health. “By far, most of those are dogs and cats.” Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, July 28, 2009 10:36 pm
4568.	Excuses are good to have on hand for all occasions By the time this column hits your mailbox, Kristi and I will be just days from our daughter's wedding. Many of you read about Holly as she grew up over the last quarter century and we are definitely turning a life page.It turns out we like her fiancée and got that hit man called off just in time. We view this not as losing a daughter but gaining a son. People say this a lot when they obviously don't mean it, but the boy understands barbecue and the 2nd Amendment. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, June 11, 2025 10:36 pm
4569.	“New Leash on Life” It was over 100 degrees outside but Tony Faison was set on showing Pammy around her new quarters at Nash Correctional Institute. After giving Pammy some fresh, cold water and a belly rub, Tony led Pammy out and showed her around the facility where he’d teach her the basic skills; sit, stay and roll over. By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, August 14, 2007 11:13 pm
4570.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS I hope all the mothers had a really nice Mother's Day on Sunday. We had a great service at Beulah Church of Christ. The attendance was good and we were so thankful to have a lot of visitors. The sermon was brought to us by our minister Chris Matchem and was on "Mothers are the Best Preachers." Chris and his wife, Bre, also sang a duet, which was beautiful. We were also blessed with a solo by Mary Lee Bass, which was beautiful. God has blessed all them with a special talent and we look forward to hearing from them all again. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Wednesday, May 13, 2015 11:32 pm
4571.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On Sunday morning Pastor Whitehouse greeted those Peachtree folks present for worship. It was the fourth Sunday in Advent and the theme for the Sunday was “Love”. The meditation was given and the candle representing “Love” in the Advent wreath was lit. This completed the candle lighting, as the candles for “Hope”, “Peace” and “Joy” were lit on the previous Sundays. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, December 24, 2014 10:09 pm
4572.	New Covenant Gospel Show is September 19 New Covenant will be performing their gospel show live at Nash Arts on Saturday September 19th at 7 p.m. and will return February 6, 2016 in different fashion and musical forms as they take us back in time celebrating Valentine's Day 50's style.The Gospel group, formed in the Fall of 2001, originates out of Wendell. Each singer met at Central Baptist Church and is also a member which brings a strong continuity among the group. Published Wednesday, September 2, 2015 11:46 pm
4573.	NC Wesleyan Founders Day is October 24 North Carolina Wesleyan College invites the Rocky Mount community to join students, faculty, and staff to celebrate the establishment of the college at a Founders Day ceremony on Thursday, October 24, at 11:00 a.m. in Minges Auditorium of the Dunn Center.This year’s event will be a special tribute to the late Guy and Alice Barnes, long-time supporters of Wesleyan who were among the founders of the college in 1956. Published Tuesday, October 22, 2013 10:55 pm
4574.	Rackley offers "A Layman's View" There must first be a correction to a church page article in the May 31, 2018 edition of The Nashville Graphic. However involuntary or however accidental, the mistake in need of correction is glaringly obvious and big. The sermon delivered in Acts Chapter Two was delivered by Peter, not Paul! This sermon was also delivered to Jews who were gathered in Jerusalem for one of three annual feasts which required their pilgrimage and attendance according to Jewish law. TED RACKLEY, SPECIAL TO THE GRAPHIC / Published Wednesday, June 20, 2018 11:03 pm
4575.	BLET Cadets graduate from Nash Community College’s 34th class Thirteen cadets recently graduated from Nash Community College’s thirty-fourth Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) class. During the twenty-seven week training, students learned essential skills required for entry-level employment as law enforcement officers with state, county, or municipal governments, or with private enterprise. Published Tuesday, February 7, 2012 11:11 pm
4576.	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
4577.	Frequently asked questions about heaven We recently had our two nieces, Evie and Rya, visiting from Wisconsin. At 6 and 8, they are full of questions and talk about everything they hear someone mention.Evie asked Robbie how old she was. Robbie asked, "how old do you think I am"? Evie said, "probly 100. You'll probly be dead when I'm a teenager, but I'll come to your funeral!" Robbie told Evie that she would see her again one day in heaven. Evie quickly replied, "No, you'll be in the North Carolina heaven. I'll be in the Wisconsin heaven"! MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, September 8, 2021 10:27 pm
4578.	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
4579.	Citizen contends recent planning board appointment is political tactic spurred by poultry plant issue Call it Sour Grapes. Dirty Tricks. Revenge. The plotted removal of Lisa Stone Barnes from the Nash County Planning board on June 4, has unleashed a storm of citizen criticism against Nash County Commissioners. Mrs. Barnes is an outspoken opponent of Sanderson Chicken Farms coming to Nash County. As well as a critic of the lack of openness in county government. Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, June 19, 2012 10:56 pm
4580.	Lee tabbed at Central ROCKY MOUNT -- Chris Lee never moved away from the area when he accepted the head football coaching position at Louisburg High School six years ago.Because of that fact, Lee, a former Rocky Mount HS assistant, was always intrigued when a job opened in Nash County.But Lee would remain at Louisburg for that duration, leading the Warriors to four playoff appearances, along with a Tar-Roanoke Athletic Conference championship in 2013. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, February 11, 2015 11:16 pm
4581.	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
4582.	Egg Drop set for New Year's Eve NASHVILLE- The 3rd annual New Year's Eve Egg Drop, hosted by Braswell Family Farms, is set at the Nashville Junction, 723 S. Barnes Street, on Dec. 31 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event itself is free and family-friendly, but food, drink and apparel purchase opportunities will be available. "Bringing people together is at the heart of what we do, and the Egg Drop is a chance to celebrate joy, connection, and the promise of a new year," said Trey Braswell, President and CEO of Braswell Family Farms, adding that his family and company are looking forward to "welcoming families back back for another evening of fellowship, fun, and celebration." Published Wednesday, December 17, 2025 10:39 pm
4583.	Area United Way fundraising efforts exceed most goals This year, Eaton Corporation in Middlesex participated in the annual Rocky Mount Area United Way campaign. Meetings were held for each shift at the plant, beginning with 3rd shift at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, November 8. By 5 p.m. that evening, the 97 employees of Eaton had raised over $9,000, making their total contribution over $13,500 when combined with a corporate match, an increase of 140% from last year's totals. Published Tuesday, December 5, 2006 11:29 pm
4584.	Judge ordered to resentence sex offender The N.C. Court of Appeals has ruled a Nash County judge must provide better reasons for sentencing a sex offender to 25 years of satellite-based monitoring.Wallace Belfield Jr., 35, was sent to prison for four years and ordered to wear an ankle monitor for a quarter century upon release. He pleaded guilty to indecent liberties with a child two years ago. LINDELL KAY, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, August 2, 2023 10:12 pm
4585.	Top ten suggestions for improving open government magine this. As a small business you’ve been granted the approval to make up all the rules as you go, in your favor. All of your customers are required to do business with you, and those who are not in your district can be forced into becoming your customer without any input. And you can charge whatever you want to for your services. And best of all, you’re now granting yourself the approval to work around the proverbial watchdog out there who was making sure you follow your own rules! Sound familiar? Well I’ve just described government. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, March 31, 2009 10:15 pm
4586.	Linda Dean Crickmore Journigan Published Monday, April 15, 2019 5:45 pm
4587.	Citizens are concerned about library floor plan All the Thanksgiving leftovers are gone, Christmas decorations are up and the weather is projected to turn cold by the weekend, which can only mean it's time for Santa to arrive in Nashville. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, November 28, 2006 11:04 pm
4588.	‘Twas the night after Christmas. . . With apologies to Clement Clarke Moore... Twas the night after Christmas, when all through our place, It looked like a tornado had hit our space.. The stockings were hanging from the ceiling fan without a care, It was obvious that three children hepped up on sugar lived there. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, December 23, 2008 10:40 pm
4589.	Red Oak woman celebrates 100 years Elizabeth Reges credits her faith with helping her make it to her 100th birthday. Reges, of Red Oak, will celebrate 100 years today, but began celebrating the big day about a week ago. Reges’ son, Roger and his wife, Claudette, said a large party isn’t planned for Reges. Instead, members of Reges’ church, Red Oak Baptist Church, will be stopping in throughout the week of her birthday to wish her a happy birthday and members of Reges’ Circle group stopped by last Monday to celebrate her birthday. In addition, Reges’ family will have a small party. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, May 18, 2010 10:26 pm
4590.	Local man faces drug charges A Spring Hope man was one of three charged recently following an investigation by ALE special agents and the Franklin County Sheriff's Office. State and local authorities last Tuesday raided two homes and seized over 26 ounces of methamphetamines valued at more than $218,000 following an operation in Franklin County. Published Wednesday, April 24, 2019 10:41 pm
4591.	Ephesus Community News On Sunday morning, Pastor David Eidson welcomed everyone, especially visitors and returning members, to worship and observe the Lord’s Supper. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Wednesday, April 22, 2009 12:50 am
4592.	PARKS & RECREATION HOOPS SCORES NASH COUNTY -- Listed are updated scores from the Nash County Parks & Recreation Youth Basketball Season: Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, February 19, 2013 10:46 pm
4593.	Eastern Carolina 4-H Show and Sale is canceled Local youth won't get a chance to show their animals at this year's Eastern Carolina 4-H Show and Sale. Officials announced last week the event has been canceled. This year would have been the 83rd year of the event, said Sandy Hall, Nash County Cooperative Extension Director and 4-H Agent. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 25, 2020 10:32 pm
4594.	Growth is inevitable like it or not, it's what we do with it that counts I don't know if new and improved is always best - but I've always been one of those people who love to hang on the old and the past.Obviously we can't do that with all facets of life. What worked 30 years ago in medicine, education and business don't work so well now. Especially in business due to the ever-so-changing technology we have to keep up with. And aren't we glad we've had advancements in medicine where things today are treatable or manageable - some things even curable. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, November 9, 2022 10:16 pm
4595.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS The weather was so beautiful this week-end that it was perfect for the many family reunions that took place. The Hill family reunion was held in Bunn at the Charlie/Berteen Wilder place. Nancy and Dallas Hill attended and were happy to meet some family members that they had never known. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, October 11, 2011 10:50 pm
4596.	THE FITTING FINALE GREENSBORO -- Certainly, there was a sense of finality on several fronts for Darius Edmundson and Robbie Kennedy at Monday's East-West All-Star Boys Basketball Game at the historic Greensboro Coliseum.The contest was slated to be the last-ever hoops competition for Edmundson, who starred this past season at Southern Nash High School under Kennedy's direction. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, July 17, 2019 10:49 pm
4597.	MOUNT ZION FWB CHURCH NEWS The choir sang “Amazing Love” for the call to worship. Pastor Ronnie welcomed everyone and prayed the prayer of invocation. Robert and Amy Tyner & Friends provided music for today. Amy does most of the singing. The guys all play guitars. There are four of them. Songs they chose today were “Our God,” “10,000 Reasons,” “Roof Tops,” and “Lord I Need You.” ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, April 29, 2014 11:25 pm
4598.	Nash Community to host second annual Blue Fest The community is invited to the Second Annual Blue Fest at Nash Community College on Saturday, April 29. The festival will include the Third Annual Run for Knowledge 5K, inaugural Disc Golf Scholarship Tournament and additional short activities tied to college programs. A Student Expo will be held to exhibit academic work well done. Blue Fest is for the entire family and there will be activities of interest for everyone. Published Wednesday, April 26, 2017 10:39 pm
4599.	Glad EMS folks didn't let their guard down! When we were first warned Hurricane Matthew could come our way, I'll have to admit -- I got nervous. This was a huge storm. The radar images continued to grow larger everyday. When the news came that Matthew would take a hard right turn missing our state, most North Carolinians, including myself, exhaled with a huge sigh of relief -- which was a huge mistake! Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, October 12, 2016 11:21 pm
4600.	CIVIL WAR SOLDIERS HONORED A Confederate Memorial Service and Stone Dedication ceremony was held Saturday, November 10th for the seven sons of Nathan Thomas Joyner, Sr. and Amy Land Joyner, along with one other Civil War Veteran, William Richard “Dick” Batchelor. The service was held at a cemetery located in a field at 7743 Old White Oak Road, Nashville. Jo Anne Cooper, Graphic Publisher / Published Tuesday, November 20, 2012 10:48 pm