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| 5001. | NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS
A larceny after a breaking and entering and felony breaking and entering was reported on 6/23/20 at 1050 W Beulah Road, NashvilleA financial transaction card fraud was reported on 6/24/20 at 10601 E NC 97, Rocky MountA larceny after a breaking and entering and felony breaking and entering was reported on 6/22/20 at 1093 NC 231, Spring Hope
Published Wednesday, July 1, 2020 10:48 pm
| | 5002. | UPDATE: Stallings trial, day three - defense focuses on alcohol abuse
Testimony continued Wednesday in the murder trial against James Wesley Stallings, who is accused of killing former girlfriend Freda Medlin and leaving her body in a ditch off Erkin Smith Road. Investigator David Brake, of the Nash County Sheriff’s Office, was called to the stand to testify on Stallings’ statements on September 1, 2005.
By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Thursday, October 11, 2007 9:09 am
| | 5003. | Ephesus Community News
Rev. Tony Futrell’s message on Sunday was “Betrayed.” The scripture was Luke 22:1-6.
By LOTTIE LOU DICKENS / Published Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:19 pm
| | 5004. |  CANDIDATE QUESTIONS / Charlotte Lewis Mizelle, County Commissioner District 5 - Democrat
Age: 63
Professional Background: I held positions as Director of Surgical Services for 9 years and as Administrative Director of Laboratories for 19 years, retiring in May, 2007 after 28 years at Nash healthcare Systems. These positions included managing a large staff and budgets exceeding $25 million. These positions included evaluation of sophisticated technology, dealing with tight financial times while still delivering excellent patient care.
Published Tuesday, April 27, 2010 10:25 pm
| | 5005. |  It's been a retro kind of summer
The strangest thing came in the mail this week: a catalog for Montgomery Ward.I thought maybe the wrapper was a joke or a spoof or some kind of attention getter. After all, this place has been out of business for decades, right?The mailer accomplished its purpose. I flipped through it and then checked the internet.The company declared bankruptcy in the late 1990s and closed the last of its stores in 2001. That's where I got the idea that they had bitten the dust.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, August 14, 2024 10:13 pm
| | 5006. | Spring Hope to host second Sweep, first "Rock Your Block"
SPRING HOPE - The second 'Spring Hope Sweep', a volunteer effort to tidy up Spring Hope's downtown area, is coming up April 5, with a rain date of April 12.The dates were finalized at the Feb. 18 meeting of the Spring Hope Downtown Development Board (DDB), as were the dates for the first 'Rock Your Block' competition, to be held from May 1 to May 17- but the Rock Your Block event will now be sponsored by the Spring Hope Garden Club. The DDB also welcomed a new member, Lori Harris of MarZylo's Cocktail Lounge & Grill, to her first meeting March 17.
NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, March 19, 2025 10:12 pm
| | 5007. | Mount Pleasant Methodist celebrates 200 years
Mount Pleasant Methodist Church celebrated its 200th anniversary recently with a homecoming celebration. Around 180 attended the special service, which was led by the church's current pastor, Rev. Carlos Castano. The message was presented by one of the church's former pastor's Rev. Charles Robl, who was with Mt. Pleasant from 1980 to 1985.
Published Wednesday, November 1, 2017 10:19 pm
| | 5008. |  Mosley attends all ACC games
ROCKY MOUNT -- As part of his bucket list, Nash Central High School Athletic Director Michael Mosley has commented that he would love to one day be able to attend the Atlantic Coast Conference Men's Basketball Tournament -- and watch every game.It was a message his daughter, Mashanda, remember during the 2015 holiday season.So when the family got together to celebrate Christmas, Mosley opened a card from Mashanda and was stunned to see the contents.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, March 16, 2016 10:58 pm
| | 5009. | Ephesus Community News
Our Deacon of the Month for January is Rev. Dougald McLaurin.
Call to worship by the Ephesus Choir was “The Bond of Love”.
DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, January 20, 2009 10:28 pm
| | 5010. |  Holidays and sugar don't always mix
Diabetes or "diabeetus" as the late Wilford Brimley used to call it on those heartfelt commercials, finally ran me down.I fought a good fight for four years, almost naming a new form of the disease -- Fake Diabetes. The conversation with high level doctors at UNC went like this:Me: I don't have real diabetes. I only have it because of the medicine you gave me. I have Fake Diabetes.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, December 9, 2020 11:08 pm
| | 5011. |  Coopers Ruritans celebrate 62 years
A former teacher, coach and the last surviving charter member of the Coopers Ruritan Club served as the guest speaker at the club’s 62nd anniversary celebration last week. David Cooke shared his memories of teaching at Coopers High School and the Coopers Ruritan Club forming at the club’s annual meeting last Thursday evening. The meeting was a special one, as the club was celebrating 62 years.
AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Tuesday, March 25, 2014 11:17 pm
| | 5012. |  Warmer weather can only mean baseball
You remember that three day stretch when we were running the air conditioning in the morning and then switching back to heat right after supper?That's a sure sign spring is upon North Carolina. That means baseball is back, too. The major league season opens this week.I've loved baseball for as long as I can remember.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, March 27, 2024 10:12 pm
| | 5013. |  Oh, the places you will go! - to find offense
By now, many of you will have heard about the latest transgression committed by the First Lady, Melania Trump.In keeping with tradition, the First Lady sent a box of books of her choosing to ten selected school libraries across the country. Trump chose to send out books by Theodore Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, October 4, 2017 10:56 pm
| | 5014. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
September is here. School began last Monday and the children and teachers have settled into a new school routine.On this first Sunday of September, Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Pastor Whitehouse greeted those present.
Barbara Hardison / Published Tuesday, September 3, 2013 10:52 pm
| | 5015. |  A letter to Holly on her Sweet Sixteenth birthday
Dear Holly,This is the 16th edition of letters to you on your birthday. Sweet Sixteen. Faster than a good bluegrass G-Run, you've gone from my curly-headed, chubby-faced, beautiful baby to a beautiful young lady. You are the happiest, most optimistic person I've ever known. Hold on to that forever.You've asked that there be no traditional party for that age, no surprise party, just a good meal out with family.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, March 30, 2016 10:55 pm
| | 5016. |  No excuse to not cast a ballot in your town
The letter to the editor today suggests we need to realign local elections with state and national elections. Maybe he has a point. It's really sad that a town as vibrant and full of people, who truly care about Nashville, had less than 10 percent of its citizens to vote last week for its local town council!A good friend of mine called me on election night to share her disgust that we had under 400 people to cast a vote in a town that has nearly 5,500 citizens. She shared her opinion that there was absolutely no excuse to not cast a vote when we have the luxury of early voting offered. I agreed.
Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, November 11, 2015 10:54 pm
| | 5017. | Teens due in court for 2022 shooting
NASHVILLE - Two men, one newly eighteen, are due in Nash Superior Court June 11 on multiple charges of attempted murder stemming from a Nashville shooting incident last September near the Harold Cooley Library that took the life of another young man.Tyshawn Devonte Williams, 20, of 209 E. 6th Street Nashville was killed Saturday, September 30 during an exchange of gunfire between two groups of people, some walking and some in a car.
NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, June 5, 2024 10:25 pm
| | 5018. |  COUNTY HONORS MOORE IN COMMEMORATIVE COURTYARD
NASHVILLE- The Nash County 2025 Commemorative Courtyard Induction Ceremony to honor the late Wayne Moore, a dedicated county employee for 36 years, was a mix of appreciative testimony and humorous stories. Held during bright sunshine at 2 p.m. Oct. 22 at the courtyard in front of the Nash County administration building, the event drew a mix of county employees, Moore family members, and what seemed to be a great many friends.
NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 29, 2025 9:59 pm
| | 5019. | NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS
Nash County Holdings, LLC to Boys and Girls Clubs of the Tar River Region, Inc.; 5.148 acresNVR, Inc. to Pamela Winks; 8921 Shallow Creek Trail, Bailey; $284,000River Dew Corporation to Matt Baldwin Homes, LLC; lots 37, 38 and 39, River Dew Subdivision; $105,000Starlight Homes North Carolina, LLC to Rebekah Ann Lopez; Bryson's Ridge, Lot 6; $300,000
Published Wednesday, October 25, 2023 10:12 pm
| | 5020. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
Sunday was the 15th anniversary of the 9/11 disaster. Peachtree folks gathered at the church to worship and remember. At the opening service of Sunday School assembly, led by Cheryl Hayes, they viewed a video of some of the horrific events of the day. The Adult Choir sang, "Prayer for America". For the offertory David Griffin whistled "Let there be Peace", accompanied by Jane May at the piano.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, September 14, 2016 10:48 pm
| | 5021. |  AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS
Ms. Ida Briley, I sure did enjoy talking with you in the beauty shop the other day. Folks, Ida went to school at Red Oak back in the good ole days. I enjoyed reminiscing about the past and about the people we both knew. One thing for sure, I hope on my next appointment, you will be there so we can continue where we left off. 2 Aventon Angels were seen putting lattice under the Fishing Creek Baptist Church Fellowship Building deck last week.
JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, September 23, 2015 11:28 pm
| | 5022. |  Vegetarian turns away from the dark side
I guess the best story to sum up my youngest son's last year is to tell the story of the $40 steak.Lowell, who just turned 11, until recently had been an avowed vegetarian. At least in title, anyway. He was more like a carbohydrate-tarian, but the point is, the boy declined to eat meat for a little over three years.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, May 9, 2018 10:59 pm
| | 5023. |  Candidates file for election
Filing began at noon on Monday and as of Tuesday morning, eight candidates had already filed for seats in the primary election on May 4.
A handful of seats were up for grabs in the upcoming primary election.
The seat for Nash County Sheriff is one such seat up for grabs and Nash County Sheriff Dick Jenkins was one of a handful of people who filed just as filing began on Monday.
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, February 9, 2010 10:41 pm
| | 5024. |  CASTALIA BAPTIST CHURCH
The Baptist church in the village of Castalia, Nash County, North Carolina, was organized in 1892 by Reverend George Mark Duke. Upon admission into the fellowship of Tar River Baptist Association, October 6, 1892, the church reportedly had 25 members. Among those charter members whose names have been preserved were Mr. and Mrs. Sidney J. Bartholomew, Mr. and Mrs. Merritt Batchelor, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Coppedge, Mr. and Mrs. D.S. Rice, and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wheless. J.B. Bartholomew was the first church clerk; W.O. Dunn, the first Superintendent of Sunday School.
CARLYLE HALL / Published Wednesday, September 13, 2017 10:22 pm
| | 5025. |  Be a part of something great!
National Boys & Girls Club Week
Nashville joins Boys & Girls Clubs across America next week to celebrate National Boys & Girls Club Week, March 20-26, by hosting several events to emphasize the importance and value of the Clubs to the Nashville community. The organization invites everyone to visit the club and see first-hand the impact being made on today’s youth.
Boys & Girls Clubs are unique in the field of child development due to five identifying characteristics. Clubs provide:
Photos by Sophia Edmonds, Unit Director Nashville Boys & Girls Club / Published Tuesday, March 15, 2011 11:06 pm
| | 5026. |  Not so fond memories of past Septembers
September 2009 is quickly coming to an end and quite frankly, I will be glad to see it go.
September doesn’t seem to be a very good month, not only for me but for people all across the world.
One of the first bad things that I remember happening to me occurred in September 1994. Of course, I was a teenager then so having a zit was considered a tragedy. And aside from the fact that I probably had many zits in September of 1994, I also experienced my very first loss. My aunt died of cancer.
Amanda Clark / Published Tuesday, September 15, 2009 11:27 pm
| | 5027. |  First Timothy honors First Lady at special celebration
The Pastor’s Aide Ministry and the First Timothy Church of Love family, under the leadership of Pastor Willie N. Hedgepeth, honored the church’s First Lady, Minister Jennie Hedgepeth, on Sunday, March 23, 2014 at 4 p.m.Minister Jennie is loved by all at First Timothy Church of Love, especially the youth. She works with the Youth Ministry staff, teaches youth Sunday School and youth Bible Study on Monday nights.
Published Tuesday, April 1, 2014 10:52 pm
| | 5028. |  How to be 12 years old, from the horse's mouth
I was SO ready to write this column this week. Daddy only lets me do this once a year, and if you know me, you know I have a lot to say. All the time.I finally got access to a computer this year, at school and at home, and honestly, my head just about exploded. Technology is everything: with the exception of soccer and basketball, if it doesn't happen on a Mac, I'm not that interested.Speaking of which, I'm hoping to go to a coding camp this summer at the College where Daddy teaches. The class is how to make video games.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, April 5, 2017 10:28 pm
| | 5029. | Nash Central Middle School announces honor rolls
A Honor Roll Ryan Agan, Michael Alford, Estevan Alvarado-Hernandez, Katherine Bailon, Kamrynn Bakerman, Rebecca Barnes, Walker Bastian, Kylie Billups, Adrianna Blackmer, Lilly Boone, Haley Bowen, Daniel Bowers, Kyleigh Bragg, Aaron Bridges, Charles Brown, James Bulluck, Demoni Burroughs, Lynnlee Chafin, Victoria Chandler, Chet Christman, Katherine Cockrell, Margaret Collier, Katie Collins, Dalton Comisford, Abbygail Cook, Joseph Cook, Braeveon Cooper
Published Wednesday, December 23, 2015 9:43 pm
| | 5030. |  Volunteers are the lifeline of successful local events
I've been in the planner's seat since 1997 for the Nashville Blooming Festival. I can attribute 100 percent of many years of successful events to what I call our lifeline - our volunteers.First there are the volunteers who work year-round organizing fund raising, the parade, the craft vendor set-up, food vendors and all of the other nuts and bolts of the festival. I can say I've been extremely fortunate to have several seats at the table filled with people who wholeheartedly give their all to this event!
Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, March 30, 2022 7:03 pm
| | 5031. |  BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS
Hope everyone is doing great and were safe and warm during the snow and ice we had. If you have watched the news you will realize we, here, were blessed. Some other areas are much worse. Usually when we face individual problems we can always see others that have things much worse. Always be thankful for all your blessings! We have a really great blessing! Our little great grandchild, Autumn Fisher, whom we have asked you to pray for, had her heart surgery on January 28 and she is doing great.
WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Wednesday, February 3, 2016 10:54 pm
| | 5032. |  We must act now to address sexual assault in the military
I’m appalled by stories of sexual assault I hear from our service members. One woman was attacked by a fellow Marine in her barracks. No one heard her cries for help. The next day, she reported the assault to her superiors.The military launched an investigation that lasted months. The woman was alienated by her peers, who called her derogatory names.
U.S. Senator Kay Hagan / Published Tuesday, May 28, 2013 11:07 pm
| | 5033. | Is it time to stop talking and literally do something about gun violence?
Dear Editor:Here are a few 2018 statistics from The Trace, a nonprofit news organization dedicated to expanding coverage of guns in the U.S.7,036 -- the number of gun violence incidents this year through Saturday, Feb. 17. (Source: http://www.gunviolencearchive.org/)1,939 -- the number of deaths this year
LETTER TO THE EDITOR / Published Wednesday, February 21, 2018 10:33 pm
| | 5034. |  Nash receives $40 million to build new middle school
A surprise local visit by State Superintendent of Public Instruction Catherine Truitt to Nash County Wednesday morning resulted in the unexpected announcement that Nash has been approved to receive 40 million in Lottery funds to build a new Southern Nash Middle School, with an 1100 student capacity, in three to four years. It will be the largest school grant that Nash County has ever received.
NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 7, 2024 10:36 pm
| | 5035. | WILLIAM RICHARD BUNN
William Bunn, the Raleigh Police Department’s first honorary officer, passed away peacefully at his home on July 1 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was eight years old. William is survived by his parents, Mark and Amy Bunn, and his younger sister, Alyssa; his paternal grandmother, Juanita Bunn; his maternal grandparents, Richard and Carole Palmer; his aunt and uncle, Chandra and Eugene Bunn, cousins Derrick, Spencer, and Allison Bunn; his aunt and uncle, Lisa and Paul Montanaro, cousins Paul and Anthony Montanaro; his aunt and uncle, Mimi and Kent Hardin, and cousin Ava Porter. William is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Frederick Eugene Bunn, Sr.
Published Tuesday, July 20, 2010 10:35 pm
| | 5036. | Ephesus Community News
It was a joyful day at Ephesus on Sunday as baptism service was held for Davey and Teri Armstrong, Anna Coppedge, Jarrett and Jordan Hagler, and Abby Legg. Lisa Strickland made a profession of faith and joined as a member of Ephesus. We are so blessed to have them all join our church family!
DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, July 13, 2010 11:55 pm
| | 5037. | Proposed ETJ expansion draws fire in Spring Hope
SPRING HOPE - Two resolutions relating to the potential extension of Spring Hope's Extra Territorial Jurisdiction were tabled at the Dec. 1 board of commissioners' meeting after considerable opposition voiced during a public hearing. As listed on the agenda, the first resolution was for consideration of a resolution to extend the ETJ, while the second was to pass said resolution to county commissioners for their approval.
NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 3, 2025 10:01 pm
| | 5038. |  ECC Trustees name building to honor retiring president
During a retirement reception honoring Dr. Deborah L. Lamm, president of Edgecombe Community College for 14 years, the College's Board of Trustees announced plans to name a building in her honor. The tribute was announced by Dr. Jerry Price, chair of the ECC Board of Trustees, during a retirement reception held May 22.
Published Wednesday, June 6, 2018 10:54 pm
| | 5039. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
Thanksgiving has passed and Christmas is upon us! What a joyous season!On a cold, drizzly December morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship at the church. The sanctuary was decorated for Christmas with red, white and pink poinsettia banked around the podium.
Barbara Hardison / Published Tuesday, December 10, 2013 11:00 pm
| | 5040. |  MAY WE NEVER FORGET
A Nashville veteran served as the speaker for Nashville's Memorial Day service, which was held on Sunday at Forest Hill Cemetery. Larry Womack went over the history of Memorial Day and how it began as Dedication Day following the Civil War. Womack, who served in the Vietnam War, said he has visited many places that he considers hollow ground, places where soldiers who died while serving their country are buried.
AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 27, 2015 10:39 pm
| | 5041. | Castalia approves 160-acre subdivision
CASTALIA - Castalia Commissioners unanimously approved an annexation and rezoning request Tuesday night that will pave the way for a 160-acre subdivision to be built next to the town's park.A portion of the 160-acre property was in Nash County's zoning district while the rest sat in Castalia's town limits. Commissioners Lynn Hale and Sadie Atkinson approved annexing the 125.36 acres of property in the county limits, bringing the entire property in the town's jurisdiction. Commissioners then approved rezoning the entire 160 acres to R-10 CZ, which equates to a minimum of 20,000 square foot single family lots.
AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 3, 2024 11:01 pm
| | 5042. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On the tenth anniversary of 9/11, Peachtree folks remembered those events when this nation was attacked by terrorist. Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon topic, “Where Was God on 9/11?” His scripture passage was from Matthew 27:46. He traced the history of God’s presence with his people throughout history. The choir sang “Let Freedom Ring” under the direction of Pastor.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, September 13, 2011 10:34 pm
| | 5043. |  RED OAK NEWS
The Red Oak United Methodist Church family grew again last Sunday, Sept. 29, with the welcoming of two new members into fellowship. God is doing amazing things in and through the congregation. Worship with us on Sunday. All are welcome.
Suzy Pearce / Published Tuesday, October 8, 2013 10:44 pm
| | 5044. |  Unpopular traffic island to move forward
Local business owners don't like the idea of a traffic island on West Washington Street, finding it crowding and unnecessary, but county and state officials say it's needed to ensure traffic safety.A 150-foot-long, 4-feet-wide concrete island is planned for West Washington in front of some of the town's busiest restaurants and stores.
LINDELL KAY, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 26, 2022 10:43 pm
| | 5045. | Racism is not behind the fight against annexation
Every state in the US today proposes some form of annexation. Only North Carolina, Tennessee, Idaho and Kansas allow for Involuntary Annexation. These four states also believe that this is the right approach to growth and development, yet the other 46 states appear to be doing just fine without it.
Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, January 26, 2010 11:52 pm
| | 5046. |  Spring Hope announces pageant contestants
The 47th Annual Pumpkin Festival is set for October 5 and October 6 in downtown Spring Hope. The official kick-off to the festival is the 2018 Miss Pumpkin and Little Miss Pumpkin Queen Pageant which will be held on Saturday, September 29th 6:30 p.m. at the Spring Hope Elementary School. The reigning Miss Pumpkin Queen Abby Darak and our Little Miss Pumpkin Queen Jacey Lucas will be bidding their farewell as a new Miss Pumpkin Queen and Little Miss Pumpkin Queen will be crowned to serve as ambassadors of the festival.
Published Wednesday, September 19, 2018 11:05 pm
| | 5047. | Was letter data cherrypicked?
Dear Editor: I read with a humorous slant the comments in " letter to the editor May 26th " about how baby births reflect a sense of satisfaction in the political temperature of the US. And its [authors] idea that we reproduce more when we are satisfied.
LETTER / Published Wednesday, June 1, 2016 10:57 pm
| | 5048. |  75TH ANNIVERSARY
Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, Mu Chapter, Eta State - NC, celebrated 75 years recently. To mark the occasion, a reception was held at Benvenue Country Club. Mu Chapter was Chartered by International April 26, 1941 and founded March 28, 1942. Years later, as it grew, two other chapters were formed, Beta Theta (Nash County) and Gamma Lambda (Edgecombe County). To continue the Sisterhood, the three chapters rotate, one each year to host a Tri-Chapter Brunch.
Published Wednesday, May 9, 2018 10:59 pm
| | 5049. |  Local man faces challenges of paralysis
When Tom Spears, an emergency generator mechanic who lives in Red Oak, sought relief for his severe neck pain, he had no idea of the tragic journey that lay ahead. Tom did what many people did—he went to a chiropractor. However, after a couple of visits, his chiropractor recommended that he get an MRI to determine the source of the pain. On February 14, Tom had the MRI, but when a doctor read the results, Tom was immediately sent to a surgeon.
Amelia Harper, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, June 21, 2011 10:43 pm
| | 5050. | We need to address domestic violence as a community and understand it can lead to death
Dear editor:“He says he loves me.” It was my fault, if only I had the food at the right temperature.” “He thought I spoke to a man in passing.” These are some of the excuses women give to justify being abused by their husband, boyfriend or intimate partner. Love is kind, patient, and it does not HURT. According to DomesticViolenceStatistics.Org, a woman is assaulted or beaten every nine seconds in the United States.
Letters to the Editor: / Published Wednesday, October 29, 2014 11:34 pm
| | 5051. |  A day to honor citizen soldiers
For something to have a lasting effect on us, it has to touch us in a personal, identifiable way.
This can apply to religion, the birth of a first child, the loss of a loved one, or having to deal with an illness such as cancer, either ourselves or with a family member. Some folks call it “hitting close to home.”
And so it should be with Veteran’s Day.
Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, November 9, 2010 10:57 pm
| | 5052. |  Standing apart - but we need to pull together
This week brings even tighter restrictions to combat the spread of COVID-19. The entire state is under a mandatory stay at home order as of 5 p.m. Monday, March 30th.Essential businesses listed in the order may still operate. You're not completely confined to your home. You can still leave your home to get food, medicine or other essential needs.
Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, April 1, 2020 10:58 pm
| | 5053. |  SCV, family remembers Confederate soldier
The late William Frank Edwards of Spring Hope was honored recently for his service during the Civil War. A Southern Cross of Honor was placed upon his grave site on Sheep Pasture Road during a special dedication service hosted Saturday, June 11th, by The Sons of Confederate Veterans, the Gen. Matt W. Ransom Camp 861 of Weldon.The ceremony was opened by Jeff Dickens, Commander of Gen. Matt W. Ransom Camp 861.
JO ANNE COOPER, GRAPHIC PUBLISHER / Published Wednesday, June 15, 2016 10:58 pm
| | 5054. |  Former Rocky Mount woman to celebrate 100th birthday
WILMNGTON - Mozelle Gale Spencer, a former Rocky Mount resident who will be 100 years old on Feb. 14, 2010, vividly recalls some of the early 20th Century hardships. Besides living through the 1918 flu pandemic and the Great Depression, she worked for two world War II industries and was employed by the WPA.
Published Tuesday, February 9, 2010 10:41 pm
| | 5055. |  Throwing down the gauntlet on pumpkin spice
Pumpkin spice is a crime against humanity.Bring on the hate mail, people, I'm ready. I know this opinion will rankle some folks and is not even popular in my own household.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, October 12, 2022 10:45 pm
| | 5056. |  Popular hymn written during period of unbearable grief
Robbie and I went to hear a rising star in Baptist circles, a young evangelist named C.T. Townsend. If he comes to your community, I urge you to go hear him. He and his wife's ministry have exploded in recent years, and when I heard him, it was easy to see why. He is dynamic and anointed, an often-unusual combination.
MIKE RUFFIN / Published Wednesday, October 17, 2018 10:32 pm
| | 5057. | School Board faces budget cuts
The Nash-Rocky Mount School Board had its first look at the new traditional school calendar for the 2013-2014 school year at a work session held Monday at the new Rocky Mount High School building. Board members also discussed preliminary projected budget revenues for the coming fiscal year. The new traditional school calendar suggests a public school start date of August 26 for students.
Amelia Harper, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, April 9, 2013 11:13 pm
| | 5058. |  Locals named to 4-H Hall of Fame
Nash County 4-H inducted its latest Hall of Famers on Sunday during a special ice cream social. Dan Cone, Dr. Diane Price Fleming and Jane Tyson were all announced as the 2018 Nash County 4-H Hall of Fame recipients. Barbara Tyre, President of the Nash County 4-H Alumni and Friends group, read a poem called, "The Dash" by Linda Ellis before announcing the inductees.
AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, June 13, 2018 10:46 pm
| | 5059. | Rocky Mount budget crisis to impact others
ROCKY MOUNT - Beginning October 1, people who get electric or gas service from the City of Rocky Mount will be subject to a rate hike, just imposed as part of the city's "Financial Recovery Plan Amid Budget Crisis."Rocky Mount Mayor Sandy Roberson in a Sept. 23 speech recorded on the city's You Tube channel, said that the city would have to "make modest adjustments to our utility rates to strengthen our city's financial foundation."
NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 1, 2025 10:09 pm
| | 5060. |  SANDY CROSS NEWS
On Saturday night 11/23, Young At Heart had their monthly meeting at Kingdom International Church with approximately 25 in attendance. Rev. Loraine Thorne opened with announcements and prayer. There was a buffet supper of BBQ chicken, red hots, ham, vegetables, rolls, cake and pie. Sunday morning 11/24 at KIC, youth pastor Steve Massey along with Tim Sills opened the service with announcements, prayer and offering.
EMILY SILLS / Published Wednesday, December 4, 2019 10:42 pm
| | 5061. |  Peachtree Community News
The week-end revival was a time of renewal for the church. Dr. Daniel Day brought four messages that were uplifting and soul- searching. The one on Friday evening, was titled “The Gladness of Jesus” from John 15: 1-11. On Saturday his sermon was titled “Where Do You Live?” from John 15:5. On Sunday morning his subject was “Life’s Relentless Requirement”, from Hebrews 11:29-12: 2a. Then on Sunday evening, he spoke on the “Family Album” from Isaiah 51: 1-3.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, November 10, 2009 11:03 pm
| | 5062. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On a stormy Sunday morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship at the church. Pastor Whitehouse greeted those present. He chose as his sermon topic, “Revive us Again”. It was based on Ephesians 5:18. His thesis was that the Holy Spirit is alive and at work in the world today. The Holy Spirit fills the life of a person at the moment that they receive their Salvation.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, July 29, 2014 10:52 pm
| | 5063. |  Eleven to compete for Distinguished Young Woman title
Eleven high school students will vie for the title of Distinguished Young Woman of Rocky Mount in the city’s 32nd annual scholarship competition to be held April 28.The competition will start at 2 p.m. at the Dunn Center for the Performing Arts at N.C. Wesleyan College. Tickets are $15 and are available at the door and from participants.
Published Tuesday, April 23, 2013 10:56 pm
| | 5064. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On a beautiful but chilly Sunday morning, Peachtree folks gathered for worship. The sanctuary was adorned for the Christmas season by a mass of poinsettia, given by members in honor or memory of loved ones. Also in place were a nativity scene and a beautiful Chrismon tree.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, December 10, 2014 11:19 pm
| | 5065. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
Last week was an eventful week. There were graduations, summer vacation began for school students and teachers and on Friday some much needed rain fell. There were strong winds in the area with several trees down and some property damage. But rain was sorely needed and everything looks refreshed and greener.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, June 14, 2011 10:54 pm
| | 5066. | Red Oak Elementary School announces honor rolls
THIRD GRADE - A HONOR ROLLJasmine Abukhait, Mackenzie Benson, Mila Dean, Berkeley English, Jackson Ennis, Keagan Lynch, Caroline May, Tamiyas Pearce, Savanna Robinson, Benjamin Taylor, Austin Warholic and Zachary Winfield
Published Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:13 pm
| | 5067. |  Thomason is honored
A little rain didn’t stop members of the Joint Veterans Committee from honoring a Nashville man on Monday for his many years of service in World War II and the Korean War, but also to the Town of Nashville.
Jack B. “Tommy” Thomason, a Master Sergeant in the United States Army, was honored Monday morning during the Committee’s monthly celebration, which honors deceased veterans. The Joint Veterans Committee is comprised of The Marine Corps League Detachment 1262 as well as American Legion Posts 110, Post 173, Post 293, Post 58 and VFW Post 2057 of Rocky Mount, DAV Chapter 55.
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, April 22, 2009 12:50 am
| | 5068. | Nash braces for storm
Published Wednesday, September 12, 2018 9:06 am
| | 5069. |  Maloney family reflects on a year of recovery and blessings
If life played out like a textbook, Makayla Maloney’s life would have ended on December 7, 2007.
The now eight-year-old Coopers Elementary School student was riding to school that day when her mom’s vehicle hit a patch of ice and began sliding across the yellow line and collided with a truck. From that moment, life changed for the Maloney family.
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, December 2, 2008 11:13 pm
| | 5070. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On a beautiful spring morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship at the church. Pastor Whitehouse's sermon was titled "Stand and Fight." It was based on scripture passage from James 1:13-15, which was read by Beth Baines. The pastor said that temptations visit us every day, but we must resist them. Sinful thoughts and desires will grow until they take possession of our lives. But God will give us courage and strength to resist them. The choir sang "I've been Changed," under the director of the pastor.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Thursday, April 16, 2015 12:49 am
| | 5071. |  RED OAK NEWS
Red Oak Baptist Church enjoyed Baptist Men’s Day on Sunday, January 18! The day began with the Men’s Breakfast. The Men’s Choir sang several selections. Mitch Pullen gave the welcome and announcements. Justin Carp, Pat Griffin, and Larry Camp offered prayers. Ronald Sykes brought the morning message.
Suzy Pearce / Published Wednesday, January 21, 2015 10:55 pm
| | 5072. |  Beulah News
If you were not at Beulah Church of Christ on Sunday, you missed a really great service. Sunday school began at 9:45 followed by church services at 11:00. We really had a great attendance and lots of visitors including many children which really was wonderful to see.
WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Wednesday, September 1, 2010 1:09 am
| | 5073. |  Hot Stove banquet is scheduled
WILSON -- The 45th Annual Wilson Hot Stove League Banquet is scheduled for January 21 at 6 p.m. at the Recreation Park Community Center.Cost is $25 per person, which includes a catered meal from Parker's Barbecue.USA Baseball President Mike Gaski will be the featured speaker.
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, January 15, 2020 10:54 pm
| | 5074. | Potential subdivision draws concerns
RED OAK - A potential new subdivision in Red Oak is drawing resident concerns while still under review by town planners.Marvin Randolph Lewis of 2251 N. Old Carriage Road, whose property adjoins the 38.75 acre plot, owned by Royce Aswell and Michel E. Bone, referred to the potential project as the "Little Bone Development." The proposed subdivision site is located across from the Ridgefield subdivision.
NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 11, 2024 10:25 pm
| | 5075. | How much are votes worth these days?
In 1977 the Department of Energy (DOE) was established for the purpose of our Nation becoming energy independent through energy development. Now 32 years later the DOE has 16,000 government employees, 100,000 contractors and the cost in the last 4 years has been 96.3 billion taxpayer dollars. Listen carefully; we spent 475 billion dollars on foreign oil imports in 2008. QUESTION: Why is America’s wealth still being transferred to other countries through our buying foreign oil? The reason is not we don’t have the natural resources, but rather government regulation has prevented our energy independence, which was the purpose of the Department of Energy.
Letters to the Editor: / Published Tuesday, January 5, 2010 10:44 pm
| | 5076. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On Sunday morning Peachtree folks met for a July 4th worship celebration. Pastor Whitehouse greeted those present and led them in a pledge of allegiance to the American flag. The choir sang “A Prayer for America.” The pastor chose as his sermon topic, “Do You have a Savior?” It was based on scripture found in Matthew 25: 14-30. It is a parable told by Jesus about talents. Christians are to use their abilities for God’s purposes, or they will spend eternity away from Him.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, July 1, 2014 10:52 pm
| | 5077. |  Peachtree Community News
After a week of anticipation, planning and hard work the barbecue fundraiser has come and gone. It was a great cooperative effort and the fellowship and camaraderie of all of those helping was gratifying. The event was a great success. Appreciation is expressed to the community for its continued support of this fund raising event. All proceeds go to the building fund.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:43 pm
| | 5078. |  Pioneer spirit ends where the a/c begins
I got my "analysis" from the power company the other day.You know, that thing that seems to be a waste of paper and ink and postage that breaks down electricity usage for customers. Mine informed me that while I had shown improvement over last year, I still spent quite a bit of money more than other people in my area.I found this mailing to be of great interest on a number of levels:
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, July 29, 2015 10:47 pm
| | 5079. | Planning board sends recommendation to town council to deny rezoning request for apartments
Nashville's Planning Board is recommending town council deny a request to rezone property on Western Avenue for an apartment complex.A lengthy joint public hearing was held on the request Wednesday night, with several neighboring residents speaking against the proposal.The request was to rezone around 9.45 acres of property located at 608 Western Avenue from the R-10 (medium-density residential) zoning district to M-F (multi-family) zoning district.
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Thursday, August 27, 2020 12:13 pm
| | 5080. |  More examples of government pork barrel spending
Just as you were beginning to recover from the foul mood provided by last week's column on government waste, alas, it is Wednesday again and a new Soapbox column.
It has been tradition here this time of year to present the annual Pork Barrel spending of Congress from information provided by watchdog group Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW).
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, March 7, 2007 12:04 am
| | 5081. |  AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS
Am I the only person that thinks time is going way too fast? That old saying "don't blink" is so true. It seems like it was just yesterday I was a mother and a wife, busy raising a family, refereeing fights, carpooling, ball practice and lots of ballgames. Now I am a busy grandmother, busy with grandchildren and writing the community news. LOL! Life is so busy; I don't think I want to blink again. Where has time gone? Heck, I even get a senior citizen's discount.... when I have the memory to ask for it!
JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, April 1, 2015 11:01 pm
| | 5082. |  July 4th marks lot of anniversaries
My parents, James and Margie, celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary last week. That is a long time.At the risk of sounding disrespectful, I'll say that over the course of those 23,360 days, not all of them have been perfect. I feel confident there were words that should not have been said, or things done. There were tragedies and triumphs, average days and great days, major accomplishments and some failures, too.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, June 28, 2017 10:59 pm
| | 5083. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On a sunny December morning, Peachtree folks met for worship. The sanctuary was still adorned with poinsettia given in honor and memory of loved ones. On this third Sunday of Advent, the Advent meditation was led by Lynn Griffin and Joan Eason. They lit the candle representing ‘Joy’, so that it would burn along with the candles of ‘Hope’ and ‘Peace’.
Barbara Hardison / Published Tuesday, December 17, 2013 11:13 pm
| | 5084. |  Local man enjoys life horse and buggy style
SANDY CROSS - It's a fast-paced world, often with pressures from work or home pushing people to get things done 'yesterday.' The internet is faster, cars and roads are faster, and deadlines are shorter.Yet somehow, one local man has found a way to turn back time with his horse and buggy, becoming a fixture on Nash County roads and tying up in the most unexpected places, like Wal-Mart in Nashville.
NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 30, 2025 10:08 pm
| | 5085. |  Peachtree Community News
Vacation Bible School was a wonderful experience for the children, their parents and the faculty. Beverly Wilson, Director, thanked the parents and faculty for their contributions that made VBS such a positive learning experience. On Sunday morning the children sang the songs that they had learned during the week. They were directed by Pastor Whitehouse and they sang with lots of spirit and pep. They quoted scripture learned and answered questions about Bible characters.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, July 27, 2010 11:16 pm
| | 5086. |  Is the game really that super? A close examination
These are the times that try men's souls -- at least men who aren't obsessed with professional football.Because there is a two-week break between the conference finals and the Super Bowl, the Sports Industrial Complex runs out of interesting stories in about three hours. By the end of the week, I suspect they'll be talking about what breed of dog the players would be if they could become a dog.The good thing for me is that I don't have live television any longer and removed a major sports station from my radio presets.
Mike Brantlay / Published Wednesday, February 7, 2024 10:36 pm
| | 5087. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
It was nine years ago, June 12, 2005, that Peachtree Church burned to the ground. With the blessing of the Lord, the support of many people and under the leadership of Pastor Whitehouse, we were enabled to dedicate a beautiful new building on June 10, 2007. ‘Praise God from whom all blessings flow.’
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, June 17, 2014 11:04 pm
| | 5088. |  New look for Nashville’s downtown
Nashville residents will get a chance to offer their input on Nashville’s plans for downtown during a public hearing next Wednesday.
The town’s downtown redevelopment project was unveiled during a special meeting last Tuesday morning. The Wooten Company presented the project to Nashville’s Town Council, acting as the Downtown Redevelopment Commission, after over a year of identifying the needs of downtown. A $1 million grant will assist the town in revitalizing the pedestrian environment in downtown. The grant will also aid in streetscape improvements in downtown and facade improvements to downtown businesses.
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, August 18, 2009 11:06 pm
| | 5089. |  Nashville remembers long-time business owner
The Nashville community continues to mourn the loss of Jimmie Hinton, a long-time owner of Nashville Building Supply. Hinton passed away on December 10 as a result of COVID-19.Nashville Building Supply originally opened in 1908 and is one of the oldest operating businesses in Nash County.
AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 23, 2020 10:55 am
| | 5090. |  Nash Rec will host signups
NASH COUNTY -- The Nash County Parks and Recreation Department is currently conducting signups for its Spring Sports Leagues.Youth Baseball, Softball and T-Ball registration is open to ages 4-15. Deadline is February 28.Youth Soccer registration for boys and girls is available to ages 3-15 with a deadline of Feb. 28.
Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, February 11, 2014 11:06 pm
| | 5091. | Reader’s Recipes
Homemade Ribs for Super Bowl! A great Super Bowl party includes lots of food. Snack foods like tortilla chips and pretzels are standard Super Bowl party fare, but those who want to go the extra mile can impress their guests with the following recipe for “World Championship Ribs” from Karen Putman and Judith Fertig’s “Championship BBQ Secrets for Real Smoked Food” (Robert Rose).
Published Wednesday, January 21, 2015 10:55 pm
| | 5092. |  Chamber's Distinguished Citizen event is March 30
Nashville's Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual reception and awards ceremony next week to announce recipients of the 2023 Distinguished Citizen and Junior Achievement Awards.The event will take place at Nash Arts Center in downtown Nashville on March 30. Doors will open for refreshments at 6:30. The program will begin at 7 p.m.
Published Wednesday, March 22, 2023 10:39 pm
| | 5093. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
Pastor Whitehouse’s sermon topic was “We Will Always Be Strangers in the World, Part 2”, based on I Peter 1:1-2. The truth found here is that we are strangers in the world precisely because we are chosen by God to be His people. We need to stand fast and stand up for Jesus. The choir sang “O the Love of My Redeemer”. Sanctuary flowers were given by Aubrey and Kathy Farmer in honor of their son-in-law, Derrick Pittman, who is serving with the US Air Force in Korea.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, November 16, 2010 11:01 pm
| | 5094. | Ephesus Community News
Senior Adult Day was observed at Ephesus on Sunday with lunch afterwards in the fellowship hall. Our guest speaker was Wendy Minton Edwards, who is from Spring Hope. She is the Eastern Regional Director for the NC Baptist Aging Ministry and Adjunct Professor in the Religion Department of Mount Olive College-Washington. She delivered our message in word, “Will You Marry Me” from John 14:1-3 (NIV).
DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, May 18, 2010 10:26 pm
| | 5095. |  Nash County’s Got Talent
Savannah Frye wins 2013 competition
Nash Arts held its eighth annual Nash County’s Got Talent competition last week showcasing local artists. Nashville resident Savannah Frye won first place in the competition finals Friday night winning the $1,000 prize.Frye competed in the talent show last year making it to the top ten. She again made it to the top ten this year and then to the top five, impressing the judges with her soulful voice singing “At Last” by Etta James and “Feeling Good.”
JO ANNE COOPER, PUBLISHER / Published Tuesday, November 12, 2013 10:50 pm
| | 5096. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
The area was blessed on Sunday with a wonderful rain of about 2 inches. The Peachtree Church worship hour was opened with a presentation by the children with some of the things they learned in Vacation Bible School. They sang “Lord, I Lift Your name on High”. They recited Bible verses and sang “God With Us”.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, August 2, 2011 11:59 pm
| | 5097. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On a drizzly, fall morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Sanctuary flowers were given in memory of R. S. Griffin by his widow, Lillie Belle Griffin.Pastor Whitehouse welcomed all those present. His sermon topic was “Is Your Grace Hidden?” It was based on scripture found in I Samuel 16:18-23. It was a continuation of a study of King David’s life.
Barbara Hardison / Published Tuesday, October 15, 2013 11:16 pm
| | 5098. | Nash mulls budget suggestions
Nash County Commissioners spent part of the first day of a two-day retreat with department heads discussing ideas that stemmed from a department head retreat. Several committees were formed during the department head retreat and those committees presented reports to the board last Thursday afternoon. The first committee was Building Employee Morale. Patsy McGhee, Grants & Intergovernmental Relations Administrator for Nash County, gave some ideas and suggestions that came from the committee.
AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 5, 2017 10:28 pm
| | 5099. |  SANDY CROSS NEWS
Southern Nash High School JROTC sponsored a beautiful memorial plaque with flowers in honor of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Pastor Eric Packard brought the morning message at Sandy Cross United Methodist Church. The children's virtual Sunday School lesson was entitled "Exodus: God Makes A Way".
EMILY SILLS / Published Wednesday, September 16, 2020 10:38 pm
| | 5100. |  McCain, Morris unite in marriage in Nags Head
Hunter Ann McCain and Michael David Morris were united in marriage on April 16, 2016 at 5 p.m. at Jennette's Pier in Nags Head. The double-ring ceremony was officiated by Mrs. Lisa Baker, cousin of the bride. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dacus Pierce McCain, III of Nashville and the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frederick B. Pendleton, of New Bern, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Dacus P. McCain, Jr., of Nashville.
Published Wednesday, May 11, 2016 11:05 pm
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