The Nashville Graphic

5101.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Peachtree folks gathered at their church for worship on a lovely Sunday morning. Sanctuary flowers were a beautiful vase of roses, arranged and given by Melba Hobgood from her garden, and that of a friend. Special music was by the Peachtree Men's Chorus, directed and accompanied by Jane May. They sang a beautiful arrangement of "The Church in the Wildwood". Lawrence Edwards sang one verse as a solo. David Griffin whistled the introduction and other portions. It was outstanding! Other men participating were Ray Eason, Linwood May and Jerry Hobgood. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, August 19, 2015 11:08 pm
5102.	Peachtree Community News You have heard of “A Lost Week-end”, but Barbara Hardison has had a lost week. She has been, and is still, ‘laid up’ with sciatic pain. She has gained a new sympathy for and understanding of people who are suffering severe pain. Peachtree Church held a Deacon Ordination service on Sunday morning for Ricky Tucker. The choir sang “The Servant Song”. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, September 21, 2010 11:02 pm
5103.	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
5104.	BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS I hope you all had a Happy Halloween and saw lots of cute little kids! I hope all the kids were safe and enjoyed the fall event. I have two important announcements this week. This Friday night, Nov. 5, from 5-8 will be our monthly fish fry at the Beulah church of Christ annex on Reges Rd. We really appreciate all the support each of you have given us over the past years, each month. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Wednesday, November 3, 2010 12:46 am
5105.	NASH CO. SOCCER RESULTS NASH COUNTY -- Here are recent results from the Nash County Parks and Recreation Department’s Fall Soccer League: Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, October 23, 2012 11:14 pm
5106.	N-RMS Board discusses vacancies and transfers Assistant superintendent Tommy Finch announced that the system is looking for two teachers, one assistant, and some tutors at the Nash-Rocky Mount Schools (NRMS) board meeting Monday night. The two teacher positions are needed to fill a resignation from English teacher Joyce DeBroux at Rocky Mount High School (RMHS) and a new Back on Track teacher position at W.L. Greene Alternative School. Michele A. Cruz, Graphic Correspondent / Published Wednesday, February 4, 2009 7:41 am
5107.	NN rolling in playoffs GREENSBORO -- Thoughts of 2007 are now buzzing in the heads of Northern Nash High School baseball fans. Why? Because the Knights are just one game away from the NCHSAA 3-A East Regional Final series. They got a superb pitching effort from senior Brandon Denton last Friday to beat Western Guilford 7-0. The Knights faced Oxford Webb on the road Tuesday evening in Round 4 action with a chance to make it back to the same level the 2007 squad did just two seasons ago. Either West Brunswick or Eastern Wayne will await the winner, which was not available at press time. CHARLES ALSTON, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, May 26, 2009 10:23 pm
5108.	Ephesus Community News Welcome home to the Bangladesh Mission Team upon their safe return. After resting and processing their experiences, they will share their many stories with us all. On Sunday morning we observed communion service. Pastor David’s message was from Philippians 2:5-8, “Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but made himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself and became obedient to death - even death on a cross!” DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, October 6, 2009 11:13 pm
5109.	Mountain Man ROCKY MOUNT -- When he was a toddler, Brandon Atkins would spend summers at the Nash Rec Pool, watching his older sister compete in meets. The experience left an impression on Atkins, who wasn’t shy about expressing his desire to follow in his sister’s footsteps. That path went through the Nash Rec program and all the way to the Nash Central High School swim team. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, December 15, 2009 11:00 pm
5110.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On Sunday morning Pastor Whitehouse preached on the topic “Jesus Makes all the Difference-II”. It was based on scripture found in Galatians 1: 6-10. The emphasis found in this scripture is that you come to Christ by Grace—no amount of self reformation can save you. Grace is a free gift from God. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, February 15, 2011 11:21 pm
5111.	Town OKs new industrial park Land recently purchased by the Town of Nashville is now considered a part of the city limits and in a light industrial district, which will pave the way for an Industrial Park in Nashville. Nashville’s Town Council unanimously voted on Tuesday night to rezone and annex the property, which is on Cooke Road, off of Old Bailey Highway, just outside the city limits. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Tuesday, October 1, 2013 11:08 pm
5112.	Red Oak Middle School Honor Rolls Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the fourth semester of the 2017-2018 school year.The following students at Red Oak Middle School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, August 8, 2018 10:51 pm
5113.	Northern Nash High School honor rolls Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2019-2020 school year.The following students at Northern Nash High School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, February 5, 2020 10:36 pm
5114.	Nash County squads swing into diamond action WASHINGTON -- Rocky Mount had a hard time with Washington in its first-ever regular season encounter with the Pam Pack last week as the Gryphons broke out of a 5-all tie to win 7-5. There wasn’t suspense in their second meeting of the year Monday as the Gryphons returned to town with a 13-2, five-inning romp of the Pam Pack. By Charles Alston, Graphic Correspodent / Published Wednesday, March 12, 2008 9:51 am
5115.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a gorgeous summer morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship. In the absence of Pastor Whitehouse, Deacon Chairman Jerry Hobgood led the service. The sermon was brought by the Rev. George Shores, a retired minister of Raleigh. His sermon topic was “Tested and Triumphant.” It was based on scripture passage from James 1:1-18. He said that each person is tested at some time in life. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, June 25, 2013 10:26 pm
5116.	Beulah Community News As most of you know I haven’t written the Beulah News the last two weeks. Thank those of you who let me know how much you missed reading it. Week before last, my brother-in-law, Tommy Lindsey passed away after being sick for several months. Please keep his wife, Terry Griffin Lindsey and the other family members and friends in your prayers. He will be greatly missed by all of us but we know he was prepared to go. Last week was Thanksgiving and the news has to be in a week before a holiday so I missed the deadline. I promise I’ll try to do better in the future and not disappoint my readers. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, December 2, 2008 11:13 pm
5117.	It’s time for Nash County Relay Yes, Relayers, it’s that time of year again. Go ahead and put April 25 and 26 at the Rocky Mount Athletic Stadium at 6 o’clock on your calendar. Early registration deadline for teams is Thursday,January 17, 2008, at Calvary Baptist Church. Old teams, new teams, survivors, care givers, or just any folks who are interested and want to help in our fight against cancer. Team packets and information will be given out Thursday night. For those of you that haven’t been “bitten by the relay bug” yet, let me share some very important facts with you. By Peggy Winstead / Published Tuesday, January 15, 2008 11:21 pm
5118.	NASH COUNTY PERMITS MAY 2026 JMK Rentals, LLC to Rafael Esquivias Jr. and Sarai Jimenez; 629 Western Avenue, Nashville; $175,000The Secretary of Veterans Affairs, United States of America to Stanch Mortgage Loan Trust M and Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB; 1616 Greys Mill Road, Rocky MountFoundation Home Builders, LLC to Ubilio Sarbelio Recinos; Ambergate Subdivision, Phase II, Lot 34; $229,500 Published Wednesday, July 1, 2026 10:18 pm
5119.	Beulah Community News Special news: The monthly fish fry at the Beulah Annex on Reges Rd. will be held Friday night, July 4th from 5:00-8:00. We realize this is a big holiday week-end but we hope you will come out and join us to celebrate it. We also pray you will have a safe holiday. We look forward to seeing you on Friday night. By WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, July 1, 2008 10:08 pm
5120.	Incumbents win Nashville seats Nash County held its municipal elections Tuesday with a 14.18 percent turnout of registered voters at the polls across the county.In a close race, Nashville residents re-elected two town council members Tuesday. Kate Burns and Larry D. Taylor were both re-elected to serve four more years on the Nashville Town Council. JO ANNE COOPER, GRAPHIC PUBLISHER / Published Wednesday, November 3, 2021 10:56 pm
5121.	Kenneth "Jerome" Turner Published Monday, November 11, 2019 9:21 am
5122.	Beulah Community News I hope everyone had a Happy Mother’s Day. It was a beautiful week-end and I hope all your family get-togethers were really nice. If your mother is still living always honor her (Exodus 20:12). This is one of the ten commandments. At Beulah Church of God on Sunday, all mothers were recognized and given a flower. Amy West presented gifts to many of the mothers. Gifts were given to the mother having the oldest child, the mother with the most children present, the mother with the child who came the farthest distance to be there and other awards. I can’t remember all but it was really nice. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, May 11, 2010 10:13 pm
5123.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS There was a foretaste of winter in the air as Peachtree folks gathered to worship on Sunday morning. Pastor Whitehouse’s sermon topic was “God’s Design for Christian Living”. It was based on Paul’s message to the Galatians from chapter 5:16-18. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, October 4, 2011 11:02 pm
5124.	NASH COUNTY REC UPDATE NASH COUNTY -- Listed are Nash County Parks and Recreation Department Spring Baseball and Softball Scores: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, May 4, 2016 11:24 pm
5125.	Wesleyan a winner in extras WINCHESTER, VA. -- After overcoming a 13-point halftime deficit, the Battling Bishop men's basketball team scored the first six points of overtime last Saturday afternoon to down homestanding Shenandoah University by an 83-78 score. Junior guard Lenny Hall, who netted a team-high 24 points, knocked down a 10-foot jumper with 15 seconds remaining in regulation to knot the score at 66-66 and force the extra period. Wesleyan improves to 9-10 overall, 4-3 in USA South play. From Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, February 7, 2007 12:08 am
5126.	Ephesus Community News Pastor David Eidson announced that October is World Hunger Month. The Acteens distributed World Hunger banks for us to fill for the Baptist World Hunger Fund. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:43 pm
5127.	Answers to Thanksgiving questions and more In a country that seems to be split about 50-50 on everything from politics to the importance of reality television, there does seem to be one place of agreement: what should be on the table for Thanksgiving Dinner. Think about it. There are very few things that we do like we did 400 years ago. Somewhere along the line, it is not inconceivable that lasagna, General Tso’s chicken, fajita nachos or ribeyes could have overtaken the turkey. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:12 am
5128.	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
5129.	Ephesus News Sunday morning service began with a special treat as Children’s Choir members, Grace Crumley and Abby Legg, sang “I Am A Promise.” Student Pastor Dan Crumley read our scripture from John 6:59-71 which tells the story of disciples deserting Jesus. Pastor David Eidson’s message from that scripture was “Will You Turn Away”. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, October 26, 2010 10:49 pm
5130.	Wolfpack backstop is tabbed RALEIGH -- North Carolina State University baseball's Patrick Bailey heard his name called last Wednesday night in the first round of the 2020 Major League Baseball (MLB) Draft, as he was selected as the 13th overall pick to the San Francisco Giants.Bailey becomes the 10th Wolfpack player selected in the first round of the MLB Draft (total includes secondary phase). Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, June 17, 2020 11:10 pm
5131.	Peachtree Community News Sympathy is extended to Jerry and Melba Hobgood in the loss of his mother, Daisy Flowers Hobgood, who passed away on Thursday, March 6. Her funeral was held in Rocky Mount on Saturday. By BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, March 11, 2008 11:02 pm
5132.	Northern Nash High School Honor Rolls Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2018-2019 school year.The following students at Northern Nash High School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, February 6, 2019 11:18 pm
5133.	American Legion Post 110 honors Wilson at dinner A table full of medals was presented to Amy Wilson last Monday night during the American Legion’s annual Ladies Night celebration. Pictured (Above): WILSON’S MEDALS – Amy Wilson (center), the wife of Joe Wilson, was presented several medals on behalf of her husband on Monday. Joe Wilson passed away in December 2010. Pictured with Amy Wilson is her son, Bill Wilson (far right). Colonel Anthony Hale (far left) congratulated Wilson during the presentation. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, February 28, 2012 11:05 pm
5134.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Following a week of violence and loss in Boston, and then Texas, made Sunday a most appropriate time for the special service held at Peachtree Church. The second annual 9-1-1 Memorial Service to honor the men and women who protect the country was held. The service began with greetings from Ricky Tucker of the NC State Capital Police. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, April 23, 2013 10:56 pm
5135.	Nash Soil and Water 2007 Poster & Essay Contest Winners The annual Nash Soil and Water 2007 Poster and Essay Contest Awards Program was held Thursday, March 29 at the Nash County Agriculture Center. Local youth were recognized for their posters and essays on natural resources and conservation. The program recognized third, fourth and fifth grade winners from each Nash County School as well as a county wide winner in each grade level. Published Wednesday, April 18, 2007 12:15 am
5136.	NASHVILLE ELEMENTARY HONOR ROLLS Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2016-2017 school year. Published Wednesday, March 22, 2017 10:29 pm
5137.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News Deacon Alton Wester greeted us at the door with greetings and gave us a bulletin. I taught the Sunday school lesson in the adult ladies class on the Cross. If there had been no death of Jesus on the cross, there would have been no Easter for us and no victory. Our hope of heaven is based on Christ’s shed blood on the cross. Praise God for Jesus’ victory over death and the grave. Always remember the price paid on the cross for our sins. ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, April 7, 2009 10:05 pm
5138.	Bardin to join the state HOF CHAPEL HILL -- Rosalie Bardin has received one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon a North Carolina high school coach. Bardin, the legendary former Southern Nash coach and administrator, has been selected to the 2011 Class of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association Hall of Fame. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, August 2, 2011 11:59 pm
5139.	Even the smallest pieces of history should still matter The recent mention of the historic Ice House in Spring Hope during a Spring Hope town council meeting leads me to believe a plan may be forthcoming to remove the tiny structure from downtown, or even worse, tear it down!The word "dilapidated state," was mentioned in the recent meeting which is what leads me to think its days may be numbered.The .16 acres of which the historic fixture sits upon was donated to the town of Spring Hope of which the town manager mentioned it would be a "great space for a downtown park." Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, March 13, 2024 10:31 pm
5140.	RED OAK NEWS Red Oak United Methodist Church thanks Fisher Pumpkin Farm for hosting their first ever Christmas Eve Barnyard service. Nearly 100 gathered in the dark and cold and rain to celebrate Eucharist and remember the birth of our Savior. It was a wonderful time spent together as they tried to pause and focus on the real reason for celebration this time of year. On Christmas Day members gathered for a special Worship service at Red Oak United Methodist Church. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, January 11, 2017 10:36 pm
5141.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Peachtree has a musical celebrity in its midst. On Saturday evening David Griffin performed at a special celebration at Shenandoah University, located in Winchester, Virginia. He was invited to whistle the National Anthem before the tip off at their basketball game. He and Lynn were there at the invitation of the Athletic Director, Dr. Wayne Edwards. Wonder where David’s next performance will be? BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, February 22, 2011 10:48 pm
5142.	NN wins soccer events RED OAK -- Alexus Hill registered a hat trick as Northern Nash defeated Nash Central on Monday in Big East Conference girls soccer action.NNHS, coached by Joe McCarthy, is now 5-1 overall to go with a 2-1 mark in Big East play.Rebekah Beal also found the back of the net for the Lady Knights, while Chandler Pierce, Natalie DePalma and Taylor West contributed assists. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, April 1, 2014 10:52 pm
5143.	SHANTE SIGNS STANHOPE -- After four standout seasons, it’s time for The Dynamic Duo to say goodbye at Southern Nash High School. SN seniors Shante Neal and Alyse Hall are long-time friends, and four-year associates on the basketbal court at the SNHS Gymasnium. Both have started since their freshman years, and both have received extensive interest from four-year colleges. Hall was the first to sign, inking a deal with Campbell University last November. Neal finalized her plans Monday afternoon, signing a letter-of-intent to continue her career at Barton College. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, June 9, 2009 10:34 pm
5144.	Signing Day At SNHS STANHOPE -- College Football Signing Day is always a busy time at Southern Nash High School -- and this year’s date proved to be no different.Southern boasted two collegiate signees during the annual event last Wednesday -- and another followed a few days later. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, February 11, 2014 11:06 pm
5145.	Ephesus Community News Welcome back youth and their leaders who just returned from M-Fuge mission trip in Charleston. They showed a video of their trip and each shared their personal testimony of this wonderful mission experience. They were refreshed and excited about God working in their lives and the lives of others. Those attending were Alexis and Dalton Barrett, Michaela Bauer, Rachel Bissette, Meredith Eidson, Jarrett Hagler, Cassie Hill, Lawrence and Sally Sandifer, Jackson Wall, and Pastor David Eidson. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, July 7, 2009 10:48 pm
5146.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS D.R Horton, Inc. to Charvonna Grant; Saddlebrook Subdivision, Lot 39NC Land Investments, LLC to Tar River Land Conservancy; 50.07 acres on Shearin Road in Whitakers Timothy Craig Johnson and Stephen E. Webb II to Zackery Craig Johnson; 977 Thompson Chapel Road, Wilson Kervin Hernandez to Stephanie Guadalupe Trujillo-Macias, Stephanie Guadalupe Trujillo Macias; 2102 Bailey Street, Rocky Mount; $175,000 Published Wednesday, October 2, 2024 10:31 pm
5147.	Hats off to Public Works-Utilities guys! Middlesex deal leaves me a bit concerned I had a visitor from eastern North Carolina to drop by The Graphic last week. A veteran newspaper man, he is originally from Georgia and relocated to eastern North Carolina about 10 months ago. This was his first time visiting Nashville, N.C. and he had nothing but good things to say about our town. He spent a little time wandering around town prior to dropping by the office. During my conversation with him, which mainly focused on newspapers, I know he mentioned at least four times how clean this town is. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, October 2, 2012 10:49 pm
5148.	Beulah Community News I hope everyone had a good week. At Beulah Church of Christ we have a lot of members, and friends, that are having health problems. Roger Parker had liver surgery which went really well. He came home on Sunday and hopes to regain his strength and be back with us at church. Merriette Rose went to the emergency room but doing some better and back at home. His wife Bell hasn’t been feeling well also. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, April 20, 2010 11:08 pm
5149.	Bailey Elementary announces honor rolls Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the first semester of the 2017-2018 school year.The following students at Bailey Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, December 6, 2017 10:13 pm
5150.	Southern’s Langley wins at state meet GREENSBORO -- Southern Nash’s Laura Langley and Nash Central’s Jasmine Williams met one final time at the high jump pit last Friday. This time, a state championship was on the line. Langley had been topped by Williams in recent conference and regional competition, but the SN star was able to get the job done when it counted the most at the Class 3-A State Track and Field Meet on the campus of North Carolina A&T University. From Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, May 20, 2008 10:39 pm
5151.	East Carolina Pirates enjoy solid weekend GREENVILLE -- Stephen Batts continued his hot offensive production Sunday afternoon collecting four hits and driving in a pair in No. 27 East Carolina University’s 9-2 baseball series sweep over Monmouth at Lewis Field inside Clark-LeClair Stadium. The senior left-fielder from Wilmington finished the three-game tilt batting a team-best .643 with nine hits, three RBI, six runs scored and swiped three bases to pace the Pirates to a 3-0 start on the young season. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, February 24, 2009 10:34 pm
5152.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a beautiful August morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship. In the absence of Pastor Whitehouse, the pulpit was filled by Dr. Wendy Edwards. [She is the Regional Elder Care Director with the NC Baptist Aging Ministry.] She brought an inspiring sermon based on Hebrew 5:11. She said there was apostasy in the early church, just as there is the church and world today. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, August 7, 2012 11:31 pm
5153.	Ephesus Community News Pastor David Eidson lit the Advent candle of “Joy”. The miracle of joy is found only in Jesus, the fulfillment of God’s wise promises. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, December 15, 2009 11:00 pm
5154.	Horne among winners at County Line ELM CITY -- Excellent weather greeted fans, drivers, crew and staff for the Lee Motor Company Night at the Races last Saturday night at County Line Raceway. On tap on the card was the Super Stock 4’s, PL Woodard Pure Stock V8’s, Pure Stock 4’s, Open Wheel Modifieds and the Late Models. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, September 24, 2014 11:23 pm
5155.	Nash County stars sparkle at state 3-A meet GREENSBORO -- Laura Langley picked the perfect time to perform the best jump of her career at Southern Nash. With a state championship at stake. Langley cleared a personal-best 5-8 in the high jump to grab first-place honors at last Saturday's Class 3-A State Track and Field Meet on the campus of North Carolina A&T University. From Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, May 15, 2007 10:17 pm
5156.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On Sunday morning Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon topic “Am I Willing to Hear the Truth Even When I Don’t like It?” It was based on Galatians 4:17-20. Paul is writing to the Christians at Galatia and instructing them to follow Christ first and foremost. The true goal of all ministries is to help others become like Christ. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, July 12, 2011 10:35 pm
5157.	RED OAK NEWS On Saturday, March 7, in spite of freezing temperatures, the youth of Red Oak United Methodist Church held a yard sale of items donated by the congregation. Proceeds from this event will be used to support youth activities and missions during the year. The Nash County WMU meeting was held at Red Oak Baptist Church on Tuesday, March 10. Participants also enjoyed lunch following the program. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, March 18, 2015 10:47 pm
5158.	Beulah Community News On Saturday, we at Beulah were treated with a very nice Senior Citizens luncheon. We really want to thank those who did such a great job of decorating the fellowship hall, preparing and serving the food. I hope I don’t miss anyone but those I am aware of are Julia Wheeler, Sonnie Wheeler, Wendy Rose, Carolyn Cole, Daniel, Amy and Trey West. After a very nice lunch we played bingo and several lucky ones won a prize. Again I want to say thank you to those people and also to those who attended to enjoy the meal. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, May 19, 2009 10:13 pm
5159.	NN's Effective Mix Veteran players, newcomers sparkle for Lady Knights in NEW-6 RED OAK - During a five-inning stretch Tuesday, the Northern Nash Lady Knights proudly displayed their prodigious present -- along with a promising fast-pitch future. On a day when NN, enjoying its best-ever fast-pitch softball season, honored its seniors, the Lady Knights received key contributions from six freshman starters en route to an 11-1 Senior Night victory over NEW-6 Conference rival Nash Central. By Geoff Neville, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, May 2, 2006 11:57 pm
5160.	Letters to Santa Dear Santa, Can you get me a surfboard and a playstation three, also a monkey and a dart gun and a robot to do my chores and my homework to I would also like a shirt with a dinosaur on it and a 2K09 basketball game that has Mighal Jarsen. I will leave milk and cookies for you. I hope you bring me presents. Published Tuesday, December 21, 2010 11:16 pm
5161.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a chilly but beautiful spring morning, Peachtree folks gathered for worship at the church. Sanctuary flowers were given by Bob and Fran Bunn in honor of her father, Jake Robertson, and their grandsons, Georgio and JR. Other flowers were given by Dianne and Ricky Tucker. The offertory played by Jane May, was a beautiful rendering of "He's Been Faithful". Beverly Wilson's sermon for the children was a recap of the "Bible School Camp" which had been held on Saturday. The theme was "Miriam and Joseph". BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, March 8, 2017 10:33 pm
5162.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On this first Sunday after Easter, Peachtree folks gathered to worship. Pastor Whitehouse’s sermon was titled “Can You Begin by the Spirit and Be Completed by the Flesh?” It was based on Galatians 3: 1-9. The central question of the entire letter from Paul to the church at Galatia is this: “Are we saved by what we do or by what Christ has done for us?” BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, May 3, 2011 11:53 pm
5163.	Nashville to use eminent domain for Regency sewer project NASHVILLE - Determined to smooth the way for the receipt of contractor bids this month for construction of the Regency Estate sewer extension project, town council members are pursuing ownership of a lot on Regency Drive via eminent domain. The undeveloped lot, owned by a now defunct corporation, is needed for placement of a small pump station in order to connect 19 homes on Regency Drive with the town's sewer system.The owner of record for the vacant property, located at 228 Regency Drive, is Clark Langley, which shut down in 2012, according to Randy Lansing, town manager. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, January 14, 2026 10:35 pm
5164.	Beulah Community News We had another great service at Beulah Church of Christ on Sunday. Sunday school began at 9:45, followed by church services at 11:00. We had a call to worship by our minister, Daniel West, followed by a hymn of praise, “The Solid Rock”. Our prayer hymn was “God Will Take Care of You”. By WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, October 28, 2008 10:28 pm
5165.	Nash County Relay For Life News Team Captain Meeting - April 17th 6:30 Englewood Baptist Church. Remember to bring items for the bathroom (toilet paper, paper towels, and liquid hand soap/sanitizer.) Published Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:19 pm
5166.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS 0n Sunday morning Pastor Whitehouse preached the concluding segment of his sermon titled, “What’cha Gonna Do About It?” It was based on Galatians 6: 6-10. He emphasized that if we are followers of Christ we must treat other people as He would. We must seize the moment to do good to all people. We should be prepared to encourage and witness to them when the opportunity comes. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, November 22, 2011 10:58 pm
5167.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a stormy morning, Peachtree folks met at the church for worship. Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon topic, “How to Be a Lover.” It was based on scripture from Luke 7: 40-49. It tells the story of Jesus attending a meal at the home of Simon, the Pharisee. Jesus was not shown the customary honor of having the dust washed from his feet by the host. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, October 9, 2012 10:52 pm
5168.	A QUALITY START ROCKY MOUNT -- Nash Rec has gotten off to a strong start to the 2017 Nash-Halifax Swim League campaign -- a trend that continued last Thursday at rival Westridge.One week earlier, Nash Rec opened with a team victory over Birchwood, and made it two in a row Thursday with a convincing 489-269 decision over the hosts at the Westridge Pool. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, June 28, 2017 10:59 pm
5169.	Unleashed tantrums becoming more routine I thought I was just stopping at KFC to get some food for my family on the way home from Raleigh. Little did I know the drama and missed opportunity to be an internet star that was to unfold as I pondered white meat or dark.A very powerfully built woman in front of me ordered $100 worth of chicken, something I must admit I've never seen. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, February 16, 2022 10:31 pm
5170.	Tourism okays funds for Imperial Centre repairs NASHVILLE - Two million dollars in Nash tourism dollars is headed into the coffers of the City of Rocky Mount, earmarked for roof and window repairs at the Imperial Centre. The money was raised through a 2 percent occupancy tax, or "hotel/motel room tax," currently levied by state statute and designated specifically for use by the City of Rocky Mount NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, April 9, 2025 10:27 pm
5171.	Exciting evening at CLR ELM CITY -- Bright sun and blue skies greeted fans, drivers, crew and staff at County Line Raceway for an exciting night of racing last Saturday.Up first was the very popular Middlesex Family Dental Super Stock 4 cylinders with William Carroll on the pole and points leader John Proctor on the outside. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, September 10, 2013 10:37 pm
5172.	Mudcats off to slow start in SL ZEBULON -- The Mobile BayBears scored 11 runs in the first five innings and then cruised home to an 11-3 victory over the Carolina Mudcats, turning the Mudcats into the only winless team through the first four games of the Southern League baseball season. Carolina had its chances in the early innings against first-time Double-A starter Patrick Corbin. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, April 12, 2011 10:40 pm
5173.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a chilly, blustery Sunday morning, Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Pastor Whitehouse was happy to be back in the pulpit. His sermon topic was “Teach us to Trust in the Father”. It was based on Genesis chapter 24. It was an account of the time that Abraham sent his servant from Canaan, back to his home in Mesopotamia, to seek a wife for his son, Isaac. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, October 30, 2012 11:11 pm
5174.	Ephesus Community News We were pleased to have several visitors with us Sunday morning and hope you come back and join us again in worship. We also invite you and your families to join us on Wednesday nights beginning at 7 p.m.; there’s something for everyone! DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, April 27, 2010 10:25 pm
5175.	Birchwood topped at Roanoke Valley ROANOKE RAPIDS -- One week after scoring a team victory, Birchwood saw Roanoke Valley extract a bit of revenge during last Thursday’s rematch. Host RV evened the score between the clubs with a 486-337 decision in a Nash-Roanoke Swim League event at the Roanoke Rapids Aquatic Center. Birchwood won’t have far to travel this Thursday for the squad’s next contest -- a road meeting right up the street against Nash Rec. Last Thursday’s results were as follows: Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, July 7, 2009 10:48 pm
5176.	Southern Nash High announces honor students The following students earned A Honor Roll status for the grading period: Published Tuesday, March 29, 2011 10:41 pm
5177.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Fathers were honored at Peachtree Church on Sunday morning. Each father present received a devotional book given by the children under the direction of the Catherine Gupton. The special music was by Jerry Hobgood, David Griffin and Lawrence Edwards who sang, “How Great Thou Art”. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, June 21, 2011 10:43 pm
5178.	NCMS gets new principal The Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools Board of Education approved a new principal at Nash Central Middle School last Monday evening during a special called meeting. Chris Sivills started in his new role as the leader of the middle school on Wednesday. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 2, 2018 10:47 pm
5179.	NRMPS names teacher, principal of the year Kristi Henry hopes being named Teacher of the Year will prove how important electives are in schools. Henry, an art teacher at W.L. Greene, was one of 28 teachers selected as the 2008-2009 Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools Teacher of the Year. “It’s a small school and being an art teacher, it’s such an honor,” Henry said of being named Teacher of the Year. “I think it proves how important electives are.” By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, September 30, 2008 10:18 pm
5180.	Legion squad to open Saturday ROCKY MOUNT -- The operative word for the 2006 edition of the Coleman-Pitt American Legion Post 58 baseball team is "new." By Charles Alston, Graphic Correspondent / Published Wednesday, May 24, 2006 12:47 am
5181.	NC Wesleyan hosts athletics banquet ROCKY MOUNT -- The North Carolina Wesleyan College Department of Athletics honored its 2009-2010 athletic teams and student-athletes last Tuesday night at the Dunn Center. Major awards of the night went to Athletes of the Year Brittany Insley of volleyball and Trey Drake of men’s basketball, while volleyball’s Barbara DeRatt was named Female Student-Athlete of the Year. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, April 27, 2010 10:25 pm
5182.	Mt. Zion FWB Church News Brother Bob Watkins welcomed everyone to Sunday school and reported 93 in attendance. Being the first Sunday in December, all those with a wedding anniversary in the month were recognized and presented a gift. All those celebrating birthdays were recognized and given a gift. Our young boys and girls always help Mr. Bob in giving out the gifts. Today, the boys had the honor and then they sang “Happy Birthday” to the lucky ones. They did good. Thank you boys. ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, December 8, 2009 10:49 pm
5183.	Twin Counties honor 2019 Hall of Fame inductees The Twin County Hall of Fame inducted 10 new members last Thursday evening. The 16th annual Induction Banquet was held at the Rocky Mount Event Center. The Class of 2019 included Marilynn Barner Anselmi, Paul H. Peel, Jr., Jessie Mae Jones, Rachel Matthews Joyner, Julius Peppers, Frank Parker Philips, III and Peter F. Varney. Those inducted posthumously included Lynell Bynum, Robert Henry Ricks and Vernon Franklin Sechrist. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, November 13, 2019 10:59 pm
5184.	HAPPY BIRTHDAY 4-H! Three inducted into Nash Hall of Fame Nash County 4-H celebrated the 100th birthday of 4-H in North Carolina and also honored three of the people who have helped make 4-H a success in Nash County. Vera Mann, Wanda Bunn and Barbara High Tyre were all inducted into the Nash County Hall of Fame during the Second Annual Nash County 4-H Gala on Saturday night. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, October 6, 2009 11:13 pm
5185.	Nash County’s Got Talent There’s no doubt that Nash County has talent and on Friday night, 10 local residents took to the stage at Nash Arts to showcase their talent during the seventh annual Nash County’s Got Talent! Finals. Nashville resident Meredith Davis received top honors, winning first place in the competition. Second and third place went to Kasey Tyndall and Chandler Boling. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:12 am
5186.	Southern Nash Middle School honor rolls Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the fourth semester of the 2016-2017 school year.The following students at Southern Nash Middle School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, August 9, 2017 10:35 pm
5187.	The end of an era: couch goes to the dump Sunday was a day of mixed feelings.The last surviving piece of furniture from the legendary "Body Oils Collection" was taken out of my house and hauled to the dump.It was a large beige loveseat -- that was the original color, anyway -- and it was long past its better days. It was grungy and torn and sagging, held together in places by zip ties. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, December 11, 2019 10:33 pm
5188.	MOUNT ZION FWB CHURCH NEWS There were 83 present in Sunday school, including three visitors. Welcome everyone. Brother Bob made comments concerning the good job he thinks our deacons are doing in the absence of a pastor. I agree. Allie Farmer read the Bible verse for today. “Thank you Allie.” ROSALENE BASS / Published Tuesday, October 11, 2011 10:50 pm
5189.	In Their Own Words: Seniors, coaches reflect on end to spring season Katya Fox As I walked on to the field with the biggest smile on my face, I was excited for another day of softball practice filled with laughs, smiles and happy energy. Little did I know it would be one of the most emotional days of my life. As we gathered around to hear what our coach had to say, I noticed a gloomy look on her face. Published Wednesday, May 6, 2020 10:50 pm
5190.	Packing up 18 years of life in one week It wasn’t cliché enough to all go in one nice, neat box with a lid, to be taped and placed inside a car. There was no final trip off into the sunset. And it didn’t happen in one afternoon.It was much stranger than that. The day I moved out of the studio was years in the making, and days in the physical act of being completed. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, February 11, 2014 11:06 pm
5191.	When a mouse in the house is set free How did your Monday start?Mine began shortly after daylight when I was awakened from a seriously good dream that involved me and a million dollars and N.C. State University sending a truck full of Howling Cow Ice Cream to my house once a month. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, August 1, 2018 10:50 pm
5192.	Northern Nash High School Honor Roll Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the first semester of the 2018-2019 school year.The following students at Northern Nash High School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, November 28, 2018 10:38 pm
5193.	What to do in the summer – then and now Saturday, I was out taking care of the goats and chickens. With the extremely hot summer we’ve got going – and we haven’t even reach August yet º plenty of fresh water, hay and cool places to hang out are essential. While I was working with the domestic animals, I also turned out the wild animals – namely, Holly (11), Kent (6) and Lowell (4). Left to their own devices, these three can be far more dangerous, but just as fun to observe. Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, July 20, 2011 2:19 am
5194.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS When Peachtree folks gathered for worship on the first Sunday in March, Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon topic, “The Far Country.” It was based on the parable of the Prodigal Son, found in Luke 15:25-32. The father in the story is representing God, who welcomes us when we repent of our sins and come to Him for forgiveness. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, March 6, 2012 10:57 pm
5195.	Tobs win matchup at home WILSON -- The homestanding Wilson Tobs defeated the East Coast Weekenders by a 9-8 final on Sunday night in Coastal Plain League baseball action at historic Fleming Stadium. In the teams' first-ever matchup, the Tobs found their 13th overall victory this season. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, July 22, 2020 10:32 pm
5196.	Peachtree Community News The first event held at the Peachtree picnic/cook shelter was a huge success. On Saturday afternoon Peachtree folks assembled for an old fashioned picnic. The weather cooperated and it was enjoyed by young and old alike. Ricky Tucker presided over the grill, preparing hot dogs and hamburgers. Other picnic fare was served along with cake. It was reported that everyone had a good time. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, May 5, 2009 10:21 pm
5197.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On the second Sunday of Advent, Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Pastor Whitehouse greeted those present and he and Marta Whitehouse led in the Advent reading and the lighting of the candle for Peace. There were many visitors who had come to hear John Michael Sykes and the Mission Team that recently returned from South East Asia. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, December 11, 2012 10:56 pm
5198.	Nashville closes door on shipping container rules NASHVILLE - The issue of where, when and how shipping containers can be used in Nashville may finally be closed, with town council members voting to adopt a final ordinance version at their August 4th meeting. Brewing for more than a year, and the subject of multiple meetings, a special work session, and numerous iterations by the town planning board along with town staff, a hired consultant and input from local citizens, the topic was offered one final time Tuesday evening for people to have a say. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, August 5, 2026 10:08 pm
5199.	NASHVILLE POLICE REPORTS ARRESTS John Thomas Jones - 9/8/2010 - charged with DWI Christopher Allen Jackson - 9/10/2010 - charged with simple physical assault Matthew Brandon Joyner - 9/10/2010 - charged with simple physical assault Published Tuesday, October 19, 2010 10:52 pm
5200.	East Carolina University announces 2012 graduates After years of study and service, exams and extracurricular activities, East Carolina University graduates turned purple and gold tassels on Friday, May 4. Published Tuesday, May 29, 2012 10:46 pm