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| 5201. | NASH REC SOCCER SCORES
NASH COUNTY -- Here are the latest Nash County Recreation & Senior Services Youth Soccer League Scores:
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, April 26, 2017 10:39 pm
| | 5202. |  Morris is keynote speaker for annual chamber award ceremony
Nashville's Chamber of Commerce 2024 Distinguished Citizen and Junior Achievement Award winner will be announced Thursday, March 28th during the chamber's annual reception held at Nash Arts. Refreshments will be served at 6:30 p.m. followed by the program at 7 p.m. This year's keynote speaker is Nashville native Vera Morris. Morris is currently resides in Cary.
Published Wednesday, March 20, 2024 10:22 pm
| | 5203. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
The Reverend Larry Williams filled the pulpit on Sunday morning, in the absence of Pastor Whitehouse. He brought a message titled “Into the Wide Open Fields”. It was based on the verse Psalm 18:19. He stressed that God provides hope and salvation to us when we are down. He surprises us with His love. The special music was a duet by Fay Vick and David May. They sang “Why Me Lord?” Sanctuary flowers were given by Della and Linwood May to the glory of God.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, August 9, 2011 10:45 pm
| | 5204. |  NC Coastal Heritage Association meeting is Feb. 6
The North Carolina Coastal Heritage Association extends an open invitation to the public for its annual membership meeting at The Bridge DownEast, 1344 Island Road, Harkers Island, NC, Tuesday, February 6, 11 a.m.NCCHA will initiate its second full year of documenting and preserving NC's coastal heritage at this meeting.
Contributed / Published Wednesday, January 31, 2018 10:18 pm
| | 5205. |  RED OAK NEWS
Children and leaders came together on "Mystery Island" on Saturday, November 14, at Red Oak Baptist Church to discover the "lost" city. Over 50 attended this children's missions event from Red Oak, Arlington, Sunset Avenue, and West Mount churches. As participants arrived to the cruise ship taking them to the island, they were given investigator skills tests. They had puzzles to put together, items to guess by touch, and a tray of items from which items were removed gradually to see if they knew what was missing.
SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, November 18, 2015 10:49 pm
| | 5206. | Spring Hope to hold hearings on code, zoning violations
SPRING HOPE - Several dilapidated structures in town, both commercial and residential, are due for required code or zoning violation hearings as a first step in enforcing cleanup.Shawn Lucas, code enforcer, told town commissioners that Dec. 17 hearings were scheduled with the owners of 120 S. Ash Street (an old hardware store); 409 W. Main Street (an accessory storage building that had a tree fall on it); 804 E. Nash Street (reportedly the site of tires, tractor trailers and "junky materials"); and 206 Hopkins Avenue (site of an un-permitted shipping container).
NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 11, 2024 10:25 pm
| | 5207. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
As Peachtree folks gathered for worship on Sunday morning, a feeling of joy and thanksgiving prevailed. David Griffin had received better news from his doctors on Thursday. Many prayers have been offered for him and this was welcomed news.Dr. Bill Wakefield brought the morning sermon. It was based on scripture passages Romans 3:19- 23 and II Corinthians 5:21. He reiterated that eternal life is by grace, a gift from God, when one puts his faith in God's Son, Jesus Christ.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, August 26, 2015 11:12 pm
| | 5208. | NASH COUNTY RELAY FOR LIFE NEWS
Survivor, Luminary, Torch, Event Program Advertisement, and Corporate Forms are available on website www.nashrelay.org
Published Tuesday, March 11, 2008 11:02 pm
| | 5209. |  Nashville Recreation to host registration
NASHVILLE -- The Nashville Recreation Department will host spring sports signups from Feb. 2-6 at the Town Hall.Times will be from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. each day. Cost is $15 for town residents or $30 for non-residents.Signups will be available in the following sports and age groups:
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, January 21, 2015 10:55 pm
| | 5210. |  Is there anything else to ban next in America?
Whatever happened to the good old days when we only banned books in this country?Then, it looked like we might have to ban Pop Tarts since a kid bit an "L" shape into his, and someone thought it looked like a gun. Students in some schools have been suspended for posting photos on social media of themselves with hunting rifles. Kids wearing American flag t-shirts have been banned. Some schools have banned toy soldiers as cake/cupcake decorations. The list goes on.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, September 23, 2015 11:28 pm
| | 5211. |  Winners shine at Co. Line
ELM CITY -- An absolutely beautiful day greeted driver, crews, fans and staff as everyone was ready for some good ol’ Saturday night dirt racing action last weekend at County Line Raceway. Up first was the very popular Super Stock 4 division, with John Proctor and John Carroll on the front row. Caution 1 would come out for John Carroll over in turn 4 when he spun on lap 1.
Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, July 1, 2014 10:52 pm
| | 5212. | Local candidates attend meet & greet: Nash County Republican candidates
NASHVILLE - Four republican candidates are running for two county commissioner positions in Districts 5 and 7; two newcomers - DeLeon Parker and Kent Smith- are vying for primary votes for District 5, currently headed up by Wayne Outlaw. Outlaw is not seeking re-election.Meanwhile in District 7, incumbent Robbie Davis will face a challenge from Jerry Barnes.Parker, Smith and Barnes all spoke at the 2nd GOP Meet and Greet Jan. 27th at the Elks Lodge, while Davis, who had a prior commitment and was not present, supplied The Graphic with a candidate statement.
NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 4, 2026 10:08 pm
| | 5213. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
Thanksgiving week was a time of thankfulness, good food and family gatherings all over the community. On Sunday morning Peachtree folks gathered to worship. Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon topic, “Just a Touch.” It was based on a story of Jesus found in Luke 8:40-48. It recounts a story of a woman who had been sick for twelve years.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, November 27, 2012 11:28 pm
| | 5214. |  Melton Excels At E. Wake
WENDELL -- A glance down the bench at an East Wake High School boys basketball game provides an instant flashback to some of the hoops glory days at Bunn.Manning the EW bench is Gerald Melton, who enjoyed a multitude of success at Bunn before moving to East Wake two seasons ago.Joining Melton are Bunn natives Torry Wheless and Chuck Mann, both of whom are former Wildcats' stars.Wheless has served as Melton's assistant almost since he arrived at Bunn, while Mann is the ex-girls coach and athletic director at BHS.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, January 27, 2016 11:32 pm
| | 5215. | Spring Hope Elementary announces honor rolls
A Honor RollsJaylon Alston, Rachel Barnes, Taylor Bass, Carlee Beckham, Noah Braswell, Jacob Cooper, Kel'Von Dixon, Makayla Dunston, John Edwards, Sadie Edwards, Lindsay Farmer, Silas Finn, Marisol Garcia-Antunez, Reylie Gardner, Alexander Garland, William Grover, Leslie Guzman-Diosdado, Hollie Hancock, Oriyona Harrington, Joseph Hoeing, Alayla Jenkins, Courtney Lancaster, Aryana Leek, Samantha McGuire, Ashley Merari-Mendez, Rhiannon Moore, Linh Nguyen,
Published Wednesday, December 2, 2015 11:21 pm
| | 5216. |  AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS
A memorial service for Bobby House and Barbara House will be held at 2pm on Saturday, April 25th, at Fishing Creek Baptist Church. Community, friends and family are welcome to share in the celebration of these two lives.The Annual Red Oak High School Alumni Banquet was held Saturday night at the Rocky Mount Shrine Club. Those attending from our community were, Lois Murray, Richard Journigan, Dan and Gerry Shearin and Dolores Journigan.
JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, April 22, 2015 10:47 pm
| | 5217. |  Beulah Community News
We want to thank everyone for the great turn-out at the monthly fish fry on Friday night. It was really nice and was great to see you all. It was the beginning of a great holiday. On Sunday morning at 6:30, about forty people helped begin the Easter celebration by attending Sunrise service at the Beulah Church of Christ. Daniel West, minister welcomed everyone and we sang “He Arose” followed by prayer.
WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, April 6, 2010 11:53 pm
| | 5218. |  Peachtree Community News
On Sunday morning the Bicentennial Patriotic Worship Celebration was held at Peachtree. The Southern Nash Senior High Air Force ROTC presented the colors. This was followed by the pledge to the flag. Master Sergeant Scott Redding, ROTC instructor, presented to the church a flag which had flown over the United States capital in April. This was given to Peachtree Church in commemoration of its 200th year celebration. Pastor Gene Whitehouse accepted the flag on behalf of the church. A video of the “Stars Spangled Banner “was shown.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, July 7, 2009 10:48 pm
| | 5219. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On a wonderfully rainy Sunday morning, Peachtree folks gathered to worship. Pastor Whitehouse’s sermon title was “How to Know the Will of God.” It was based upon the parable found in Matt. 21: 28-32. He said that we need to not only verbalize our obedience to God but to obey, in the small daily decisions that we make.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, April 24, 2012 11:12 pm
| | 5220. | NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS
Debra Bullock Battle to Windell McCray Battle, Jr.; property along Smith StreetWJH, LLC to Blaine White and Inashia White; 1224 Manor Drive, Rocky Mount; $283,000WJH, LLC to Tiisha M. Bullock; 1221 Manor Drive, Rocky Mount; $301,000
Published Wednesday, August 9, 2023 10:21 pm
| | 5221. | Southern Nash High 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 High School made the A or A/B Honor Roll.
Published Wednesday, August 2, 2017 9:47 pm
| | 5222. |  Mudcats fall versus Salem
SALEM, VA. -- Salem's Josh Ockimey had a go-ahead RBI double in the seventh and hit a walk-off home run in the 12th while leading the Red Sox to a 5-4 series opening victory against the Carolina Mudcats on Sunday afternoon at Haley Toyota Field in a Class A Carolina League baseball contest.The Mudcats (47-45, 11-13) rallied back with a two-out run in the ninth to tie Sunday's series opener, but fell short in the end as Stephen Nogosek pitched through three shutout frames in extras while leading the Red Sox (55-38, 15-9) to the series opening diamond victory.
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, July 19, 2017 10:15 pm
| | 5223. | Ephesus Community News
Rev. Tony Futrell’s message on Sunday morning was concerning God’s command to all of us to tell people to repent and be saved and have eternal life. This was taken from the scripture of Mark 6:7-13.
By LOTTIE LOU DICKENS / Published Tuesday, August 21, 2007 11:34 pm
| | 5224. | JANE GRIFFIN PAGE
Published Monday, September 18, 2017 5:23 pm
| | 5225. | NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS
H&H Constructors of Fayetteville, LLC to Eugene Burton Young and Marion Suzanne Young; Walnut Cove, Phase 2, Lot 32; $325,000Nash Horizon, LLC to POP Homes-RDU, LLC; Baker Farm, Lots 3, 30, 33, 53 and 54; $200,000Rocky Mount Rentals, LLC to Elmir Mehuljic; property along Henry StreetCarlos A Cusnier, Joema Cusnier and Maritza Zavala to Taylor Adair; 327 Second Street, Spring Hope; $270,000
Published Wednesday, November 29, 2023 10:19 pm
| | 5226. |  SANDY CROSS NEWS
Sandy Cross United Methodist Church enjoyed service inside the sanctuary this past Sunday. The service can be viewed on the church's Facebook page. The children enjoyed their virtual Sunday School lesson "Moses - A Baby and a Bush". Vaughan's Chapel continues to enjoy their Sunday morning service in the sanctuary at 11 a.m. each week.
EMILY SILLS / Published Wednesday, September 2, 2020 10:30 pm
| | 5227. | Red Oak Community News
The 54th Annual NRBA WMU Spring Meeting was held on Tuesday, April 28 at Dortches Baptist Church. There was a special emphasis on Mission Friends this year. The Mission Friends of Dortches Baptist Church shared things they do to learn about God and to spread God’s love to others. They also sang the Mission Friends song. Special speaker was Mary Alice Wells. Brenda Rose, NRBA WMU Director, led the meeting which included the financial report for the 2008-2009 year and recognition of officers for the 2009-2010 church year.
SUZY PEARCE / Published Tuesday, May 5, 2009 10:21 pm
| | 5228. | Planning chair called out for alleged conflict of interest
NASHVILLE - An alleged conflict of interest on the part of Nash Planning Board Chairman DeLeon Parker is being investigated by the Nash County attorney after a commissioner brought up an email and the matter was referred for discussion in closed session.Gwen Wilkins, commissioner, asked that the matter be discussed during the Oct. 6 commissioners' meeting during action on an agenda item, a public hearing on a conditional rezoning request for the Old Lewis School Road Subdivision of Middlesex.
NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 8, 2025 10:03 pm
| | 5229. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On this first Sunday since summer officially arrived, Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Pastor Whitehouse was away attending a conference so Deacon Chairman, Jerry Hobgood led the service. Sanctuary flowers were given by Kathy and Aubrey Farmer to honor their daughter, Ginny and her husband, Derrick Pittman. Delivering the morning sermon was Dr. George Shore.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, June 28, 2011 10:39 pm
| | 5230. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
This past Sunday Peachtree Baptist Church congregation, family, and friends met to worship our Lord. We all prayed for all the victims the Hurricane, all the fire victims, all the 9-11 victims, and we prayed for the people of this country.Pastor Whitehouse begin by remembering the September 11, 2001 (9/11) attacks and victims.
FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, September 16, 2020 10:38 pm
| | 5231. | AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS
Living in the country can put you in the panic mode when ice is predicted. By “unfortunate” past experiences we have learned that life without water and power is not fun. It’s not easy, it’s down right hard on your body, but we only have to endure for a few days. Imagine living this way everyday. Imagine living like this and not knowing when it’s going to end. Imagine living like this with no means to change it.
JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, February 25, 2015 10:19 pm
| | 5232. | Coopers Elementary School
Nash County Public Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2021-2022 school year. The following students at Coopers Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll.
Published Wednesday, June 29, 2022 10:28 pm
| | 5233. |  Northern athletes honored
RED OAK -- Northern Nash High School capped off another sports season by hosting its annual Athletic Awards Ceremony recently on the NNHS campus.Markela Avent was saluted as the Female Athlete of the Year, while Davontae Wiggins took home Male Athlete of the Year honors.The Nash-Rocky Mount Schools Triple Crown Award recipients were Emily Garner and Silas Gonzalez, and McKenzie Estep claimed the prestigious Roger Shearin Award.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, June 20, 2018 11:03 pm
| | 5234. |  Peachtree Community News
Winter has arrived! The nippy weather adds to the Christmas feeling. On this second Sunday of Advent, the theme is “Peace”. The Advent readings were by Lynn Griffin and Charlotte G. Brothers, who lit the candle. Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon topic, “There is No Doubt”. The scriptural background was Luke 1: 34. God entered into the lives of ordinary people on the first Christmas. He is still ready to enter lives today and give His peace. The special music was by Karen Edwards, who sang “Mary, Did You Know?” She was accompanied by Jane May. For the children’s sermon Beverly Wilson talked to the children about the meaning of “peace”. They had earlier decorated tree ornaments with peace messages and each child received one to take home.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, December 8, 2009 10:49 pm
| | 5235. | Wesleyan wins shootout versus Ferrum
RED OAK -- Senior defensive lineman LeeRon Boykin set a new single-game program record with four sacks last Saturday afternoon, leading his North Carolina Wesleyan College Battling Bishops’ football squad to a 34-24 victory over Ferrum College in the USA South Conference opener for both clubs.
The event was held at the Northern Nash High School Football Complex at Death Valley.
Published Tuesday, October 6, 2009 11:13 pm
| | 5236. | Ephesus Community News
The Ephesus musical revival starting on Wednesday night with Zion Stone, Thursday, Douglas McLaurin, Friday night was Melody Brown and Saturday night was Linda Ripken and they were all good and then on Sunday was the Ephesus choir members and they presented a beautiful musical as Patrick Snipes, trombone solo, Jackson Wall, string bass solo adult and Brennan Snipes on the trumpet, Jenny and Terry Alford, adult choir with Jenny Alford solo, Michaela Bauer with Mary Jane Bauer at the piano.
By LOTTIE LOU DICKENS / Published Tuesday, April 22, 2008 11:00 pm
| | 5237. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
The annual talent show was held in the Peachtree Fellowship Hall on Saturday evening. It was preceded by a meal in honor of Saint Patrick. The church hostesses did a superb job of preparing and serving a delicious meal of corn beef and cabbage with all of the trimmings.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, March 27, 2012 10:49 pm
| | 5238. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On a beautiful autumn Sunday morning, Peachtree folks gathered for worship at the church. Pastor Whitehouse was not there to greet them, as he was at Wake Med awaiting emergency surgery, scheduled for Sunday afternoon. Leading the worship hour was Jerry Hobgood, Deacon Chairman. Lawrence Edwards, also a deacon, presented a film of one of Franklin Graham's rallies, which had been held in all 50 states. Graham's sermon was titled "Finding My Hope". The message was inspiring. He emphasized that God is a God of love and forgiveness.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, November 9, 2016 10:43 pm
| | 5239. | Town sets new stormwater violation ordinance
NASHVILLE - The problem of grass clippings entering Nashville's stormwater system, particularly in the case of contractors working near the highway 64 intersection, has resulted in a new civil penalty of $50 for repeat offenders.Shawn Lucas, planning director, addressing the council Sept. 1st, initially proposed a $100 civil penalty after learning of the problem from Walter Manning, environmental compliance officer; Manning said there had been repeated calls about mowing contractors blowing grass clippings into the street, particularly from commercial properties.
NANCY M. WEST, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, September 9, 2026 10:43 pm
| | 5240. | Northern Nash High School Honor Rolls
Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the final 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, July 10, 2019 10:57 pm
| | 5241. | Donald Lee Cooper, Sr.
Published Saturday, July 22, 2017 12:27 pm
| | 5242. |  SANDY CROSS NEWS
At Kingdom International Church, the teaching on Wednesday night 6/26 was given by Dr. Traci Holloman - "The Keys To Entering Your Space - What Wise People Already Know". The KIC Aftershock youth are highlighting one youth each week.
EMILY SILLS / Published Wednesday, July 3, 2019 9:53 pm
| | 5243. | Nash County Deed Transfers
Mary Etta Tyson Long and Tony M. Long to Jasper Gray Tyson Jr.; property in Rocky MountHubert M. Hughes to Henry Alston Jr.; Lot 2, Block C, Kandemor SubdivisionLittle Bear Creek Properties B, LLC to T&R Builders of North Carolina, Inc.; Lot 30, Beaver Creek Subdivision, Phase 2B
Published Wednesday, February 8, 2023 10:48 pm
| | 5244. |  The best candidate was not on the ballot
If you’re like me, you’re tired of the election cycle, tired of politics and most of all, tired of political ads.By the time you arrived at this page, you’ve heard the results (endlessly) of Tuesday night’s election results. Unfortunately, the best candidate was not on the ballot Tuesday. This candidate could make a real difference in Nashville, Raleigh and Washington, D.C. This candidate could help cut (there is no cure) corruption, money and ineffective leadership.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, November 5, 2014 10:47 pm
| | 5245. |  Southern practices scheduled
STANHOPE -- Southern Nash High School has announced tryout dates for its 2013 fall sports season.All athletes must have an updated physical form in order to participate.Here is a list of opening-day practices:
Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, July 23, 2013 10:58 pm
| | 5246. |  Peachtree Community News
Peachtree folks attended the “Fifth Sunday Sing” at First Baptist Church in Spring Hope on Sunday night. Several area churches were involved. The Peachtree choir accompanied, by Jane May, sang two songs, with David Griffin whistling a solo part. The First Baptist choir, led by Linda Johnson, and accompanied by Craig Johnson, rendered two beautiful selections.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, September 1, 2010 1:09 am
| | 5247. | Tourney Run Ends
GREENVILLE -- Even a change of venue couldn’t overcome the power failure Nash County Post 58 suffered in its opening games at the North Carolina American Legion State Tournament.
Post 58, which was averaging over 13 runs a game and had piled up 330 hits in its first 24 games, managed just six runs and 11 hits combined in its two contests last weekend in Greenville.
The result was a 5-4 loss to Mooresville Post 66 in its opener last Saturday afternoon at Clark-LeClair Stadium, and a 3-2 defeat at the hands of Shelby Post 82 Sunday at Guy Smith Stadium in a loser’s bracket game.
CHARLES ALSTON, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, July 28, 2009 10:36 pm
| | 5248. |  Red Oak hosts first tractor show
The Red Oak Area Historic Preservation Society and the Town of Red Oak hosted the first annual Red Oak Classic last weekend featuring classic cars, antique tractors, food trucks, local vendors and exhibitors, local music and even the chance for a hot air balloon ride.Red Oak Town Clerk Tracy Shearin said the entire Red Oak community embraced the opportunity of accepting a gift from the Justice Community when it decided to retire as host of the antique tractor show.
JO ANNE COOPER, GRAPHIC PUBLISHER / Published Wednesday, September 15, 2021 10:25 pm
| | 5249. | Post 58 sweeps Cary
RED OAK -- For the first time since 1973, Nash County Post 58 will be vying for a North Carolina American Legion state championship.
Post 58 completed its march to Greenville, site of the state tournament, Monday evening with an 8-5 victory over Cary Post 67 at Northern Nash High School.
The win gave Post 58 a 3-0 sweep of Cary and the team’s first Area I title since 1986.
Post 58’s last state title came in 1973.
CHARLES ALSTON, Graphic Correspondent / Published Wednesday, July 22, 2009 12:02 am
| | 5250. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
Without a doubt 2020 has been an extraordinarily strange and stressful year. Raging wildfires, destructive weather events, Covid-19 virus, hotly contested elections, people losing their jobs, and food lines are all but a few items contributing to the strangeness and stressfulness We have experienced the loss of family and friends this year.
FRAN BUNN / Published Tuesday, December 29, 2020 10:52 pm
| | 5251. |  Mr. Lincke is welcome to step across the street
Everything changes with time and time changes everything. And even though some things change for the better, it’s hard to let go of old memories. I guess whether changes are good or bad, we all have to accept them at different points in our lives. Last week I drove over to downtown Rocky Mount to take care of something for our upcoming Discover Nash County guide book that will come out the end of this summer.
Jo Anne Cooper / Published Tuesday, June 26, 2012 10:46 pm
| | 5252. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On a hot, sultry Sunday morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Pastor Whitehouse’s sermon was titled, “Small is Big with God.” It was based on scripture found in Matthew 13: 31-35 which tells the parable of the mustard seed and the leavening that goes into bread. The kingdom comes into a life in a small way, but does not end there. Little is much when God is involved.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, July 10, 2012 10:44 pm
| | 5253. |  Nash, Nashville to study purchase of school property
NASHVILLE - Given that Nash County commissioners have repeatedly expressed the desire for more affordable housing, the former W.L. Greene School may end up filling that bill.Stacie Shatzer, county manager, addressed the potential purchase of the property, recently cleared for sale by Nash County Public Schools, during an 'information only' added agenda item at the commissioners' July 13 meeting.
NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, July 15, 2026 10:00 pm
| | 5254. | Ephesus Community News
We thank all of you who supported the Acteens’ Salad Luncheon fundraiser. It was a huge success!
Jennifer Glover led the Children’s Sermon and played the game “Good Morning, Mr. Judge”. She utilized volunteers to speak and see if the “judge” could recognize the voice without looking. God knows all our voices individually. He knows who is speaking when we pray.
DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, June 16, 2009 10:08 pm
| | 5255. | Beulah Community News
Sunday school began at 9:45 a.m., led by our superintendent, Kenneth Massengale. We had a good attendance. After prayer and a few songs, everyone went to their classes.
By WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, January 15, 2008 11:21 pm
| | 5256. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On a crisp Sunday morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon topic “How Must the Heart be prepared to Receive Jesus”. It was based on Luke 16: 19-31-the parable of the rich man and Lazarus. Money cannot buy your way into heaven. The way that you use your money shows where your allegiance is.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, June 5, 2012 10:54 pm
| | 5257. | Northern Nash High School third semester honor roll
Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the third 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, May 8, 2019 10:44 pm
| | 5258. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On Fathers’ Day Peachtree folks gathered for worship. All fathers present were recognized and received gifts distributed by the children. Special recognition was given to the youngest father- Josh Griffin; the oldest father- Bill Nelsen; the father of the most children- Aubrey Farmer. Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon title “The Immeasurable Mercy of God.”
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, June 19, 2012 10:56 pm
| | 5259. |  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
| | 5260. |  Sumler is honored by SoCon
CULLHOWEE -- Former Nash Central High School standout Trey Sumler, now a senior men’s baskeball player at Western Carolina University, has earned All-Southern Conference accolades by two organizations.Sumler was an all-conference pick by the SoCon Coaches and took first team honors in voting by the SoCon Sports Media Association.
Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, March 11, 2014 11:12 pm
| | 5261. | NASH REC YOUTH SCORES
NASH COUNTY -- Listed are recent results from the Nash County Parks and Recreation Department's Spring Softball and Baseball Seasons:
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, April 20, 2016 10:39 pm
| | 5262. |  Council approves superstore site plan
Nashville's Planning Board unanimously approved site plans submitted on behalf of Wal-Mart during their meeting last Wednesday night, but not before making some minor recommendations. The town council also approved the site plan during their meeting Tuesday night.
By Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, August 8, 2006 11:53 pm
| | 5263. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
After a rainy Saturday, Sunday morning dawned sunny and beautiful. Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Pastor Whitehouse chose as his sermon topic, “Are We Listening to What God is Saying?” It was based on scripture passage Revelations 1: 1-7. God is telling us not to be so busy doing “church” that we forget to love Him. An apt quotation by a theologian says: “We can lose Christ by distraction, as easily as by denial.”
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, February 26, 2013 11:09 pm
| | 5264. | Bailey Elementary School third semester honor rolls
Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the third semester of the 2018-2019 school year.The following students at Bailey Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll.
Published Wednesday, April 24, 2019 10:41 pm
| | 5265. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
Catherine Gupton gave Peachtree folks a nice surprise, when she showed up for church on Sunday morning. [She had been out sick since late April.] She was accompanied by her son, Clint, and his wife, Amy and Taylor, his daughter. They received a warm welcome. Gratitude for Catherine’s progress toward recovery was shared by all who were present.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, July 31, 2012 11:33 pm
| | 5266. |  Rocky Mount native serves with U.S. Navy
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Petty Officer 2nd Class Alia Teamer, a native of Rocky Mount, serves with Patrol and Reconnaissance Squadron (VP) 45 based out of Jacksonville, Florida. The squadron's primary mission is to undertake maritime patrol, anti-submarine warfare, and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions.Teamer, a 2016 graduate of Rocky Mount High School, joined the Navy six years ago.
Published Wednesday, July 26, 2023 10:16 pm
| | 5267. |  NOT CLOSE THIS TIME
NASHVILLE -- After edging Westridge by just six points the week before, Nash Rec found things to be much more comfortable during last Thursday’s matchup with Benvenue and host Birchwood.
Nash Rec, using its usual array of depth, pulled away to win the Nash-Halifax Swim League meet with 484 total points at the Birchwood Pool.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, July 13, 2010 11:55 pm
| | 5268. |  RETIREMENT DAY
NCSO deputy noted for service, saving lives
NASHVILLE - Spring Hope Commissioner William Thomas Toney Jr., a former Nash County Sheriff's Deputy, has officially ended his law enforcement career as of May 17, when a career celebration was held for him at the Nash County Courthouse.Toney, who was elected in November 2023 with the most votes of any candidate in a five-person race for two Spring Hope Commissioner seats, served with the Nash County Sheriff's Office from December 2014 until he was injured on duty on February 4, 2021, during a traffic stop on I-95.
NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 22, 2024 10:18 pm
| | 5269. | Beulah Community News
Thank you all for making our fish fry on Friday night a big success. We always look forward to seeing you.
Please put a note on your calendar for another great event coming soon. On Sunday night the 17th of February at 6:00, The Trinity Trio will come to Beulah Church of Christ. They are from Jacksonville, NC and are a great group. Everyone is invited to come and enjoy this service with us.
By WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, February 5, 2008 11:21 pm
| | 5270. |  Together Once Again
STANHOPE -- It was a season that should probably be made into a motion picture one day.Back in 2012, a coach who didn't profess to be a soccer genius helped lead the Southern Nash Firebirds to the Big East Conference Championship -- and all the way to the Elite Eight of the Class 3-A State Playoffs.To that point in the program's history, Southern had been considered a laughingstock afterthought in the Big East.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Thursday, October 22, 2015 12:28 am
| | 5271. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On a beautiful spring morning folks at Peachtree Church met for worship. The Adult Choir presented a musical cantata. It was titled “Champion of Love” and beautifully told the story of Christ’s love for mankind. Solos were performed by Stephanie Denis, Robert Sykes and Jerry Hobgood.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, April 18, 2012 12:12 am
| | 5272. | Ephesus News
What a wonderful day to be in the house of the Lord!
Terry and Jenny Alford provided special inspirational music as they sang “Midnight Cry.”
Student Pastor Dan Crumley read scripture from John 5:33-47 and Pastor David Eidson delivered our message in God’s Word and quoted verse 39, “You diligently study the scriptures because you think that by them you possess eternal life.
DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, August 24, 2010 11:17 pm
| | 5273. |  Jackson Signs With Gardner-Webb
ROCKY MOUNT -- Nash County athletes are often traveling upstream when it comes to earning a scholarship to compete in swimming on the collegiate level.The area simply doesn't have the infrastructure to afford swimmers that opportunity to improve.Strides have been made to upgrade those intangibles, but it's still a big thing when a county high schooler is recruited to swim in college.But Nash Central's Jenn Jackson bucked the odds through hard work, natural ability, perseverance and academic excellence.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, November 18, 2015 10:49 pm
| | 5274. |  Ode to a sweet potato, the best time of the year
It is without a doubt, my favorite time of the year.Fall is that time of year when we sleep better at night, there is a slight bite in the air and we can spend time outside without constantly swatting gnats (especially if you live in the southern end of the county).Things that sting and bite have begun searching out places to winter down, or simply left their future progeny behind. Some folks break out the fire pit.
Mike Brantley / Published Thursday, October 22, 2015 12:28 am
| | 5275. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
Peachtree folks were happy to welcome back Pastor Whitehouse. He had been out for several weeks, recovering from knee replacement surgery. His recovery has gone really well.Sanctuary flowers were given by Robert Sykes in honor of his wife, Amy, upon the occasion of their wedding anniversary. The Adult Choir sang "I'll Fly Away", directed and accompanied by Jane May. The solo was sung by JoAnn Blankenship.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Wednesday, September 2, 2015 11:46 pm
| | 5276. | NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS JUNE 7 - 11
John-Paul Brown and Fahlon Brown to Ronald A. Gifford and Donna J. Gifford; 202 East Elm Street; $263,000Mary Katherine Seawell, Latisha A. Warren and Tachianna Chebre Warren to Latisha A. Warren, Tachianna Chebre Warren and Mary Katherine Seawell; 4700 Periwinkle Place;
Published Wednesday, June 16, 2021 10:18 pm
| | 5277. | NCC Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society holds induction ceremony
Referencing William Shakespeare’s play, Henry the Fifth, Joshua Jones, Nash Community College Gamma Beta Phi Vice President of Membership, addressed those in attendance at the College’s Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society Fall Induction Ceremony. “We are like many arrows, each coming from a different source, each with unique talents and varied interests; but as members of the Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society, we all promise to support one another and to focus our energies on the Society’s goals,” Jones said.
Published Wednesday, December 17, 2014 11:22 pm
| | 5278. | SN honors student-athletes
STANHOPE -- Southern Nash athletic director Robbie Kennedy has released all winners from the school’s recently-held awards ceremony for its winter and spring sports athletes.
By Charles Alston, Graphic Correspondent / Published Wednesday, June 27, 2007 2:16 am
| | 5279. |  Nash County tangles with Wilson BGC
WILSON -- The 2012 Nash County Firebird football season began last Saturday with a road matchup against the Wilson Boys and Girls Club Jets in Eastern North Carolina Football League action at Buddy Bedgood Stadium on the campus of Fike High School. Here is a look at each grid contest:
Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, September 11, 2012 11:35 pm
| | 5280. | Peachtree Community News
Last week was a week of wonderful April showers. The ponds are filling up. The trees and flowers are in full bloom. The air is full of pollen and many folks are sneezing. Spring is finally here.
By BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, April 8, 2008 11:42 pm
| | 5281. | Beulah Community News
At Beulah Church of Christ, we had a really inspirational prayer vigil last week. It began Friday at 12 noon and lasted until Saturday at noon. Everyone who participated really was blessed, and really felt a special closeness to God. Sunday, many members were commenting on how much it really meant to be a part of the vigil.
By WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, April 1, 2008 11:12 pm
| | 5282. |  AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS
For someone that has been raising boys for the last 41 years, almost nonstop and attending all their sports events, and I mean every last one, football, baseball, basketball, soccer, karate and power lifting events, you would think I would follow games on TV for something more than the reason I do. I follow the Panthers.....why you ask?? If they win, I know Krispy Kreme Donuts are half price! Yes, I am serious about my donuts too; I waited in line 40 minutes this last past Tuesday afternoon to get some for me and the grandkids.
JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, November 11, 2015 10:54 pm
| | 5283. |  RMA holds graduation
Rocky Mount Academy held its graduation ceremony Friday afternoon. The local independent school handed out diplomas to 42 students, tying with the Class of 2010, for the most graduates in the school’s 43-year history. Also, with this class, the school tops the 1000 mark on alumni of the institution.
Published Tuesday, June 12, 2012 10:59 pm
| | 5284. |  Beulah Community News
O.K. Faithful readers of our column! Guess what is happening this week on Friday night at the Beulah Annex on Reges Rd. That’s right! You guessed it I’m sure! Our monthly fish fry will be held again from 5 - 8 p.m. We look forward to seeing all our friends again. This month begins our 11th year having our monthly fish frys. We really appreciate the continued support of all of you who attend. Hope to see you again on Friday night. Some of our faithful workers will not be there this week. I know a lot of you look forward to seeing Roger Parker who works at the back take-out drive-thru service. Roger is in the hospital and had surgery. He has some serious problems but seems to be doing good at this time. Please join us each day with prayers for a quick recovery.
WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, August 4, 2009 10:56 pm
| | 5285. | Homes planned for golf course
Nashville's Town Council delayed making a decision on allowing a development on the former Birchwood Golf Course.A quasi-judicial hearing was held on the matter Tuesday night during a special called meeting.The request was by RBD Investments for a special use permit to allow a residential planned unit development off of Birchwood Drive.
AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 12, 2021 10:48 pm
| | 5286. |  BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS
Our monthly senior citizen meeting was held on Wednesday, November 12th at the fellowship hall at Beulah Church of Christ. The lunch was enjoyed by everyone. After the devotion and lunch we were blessed to have Ashley Winstead from the senior center in Nashville speak to us. She gave us a lot of information about benefits that are available to senior citizens.
WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Wednesday, November 19, 2014 11:54 pm
| | 5287. | Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor There are petitions being circulated by different organizations within North Carolina requesting individuals sign in support of expanding Medicaid. This expansion of Medicaid is a part of the “Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA or ObamaCare).”
Published Tuesday, January 15, 2013 10:48 pm
| | 5288. |  Never too old for daddy's birthday letter
Dear Holly,The farthest thing on my mind 17 years ago this week, was where we'd be in 17 years. "Old people" told me from before you were born that you'd be grown before your mom and I could blink. They were close -- it seems faster than that.
Mike Brantley / Published Wednesday, March 29, 2017 10:30 pm
| | 5289. | Stars Swim To State
GOLDSBORO -- Prestigious state berths were at stake last Saturday as Nash County’s top high school performers traveled to take part in the Class 3-A Eastern Swim Regionals.
The county swimmers didn’t disappoint, and several of them earned state spots thanks to Top-12 regional finishers. The Class 3-A State Meet will be held this coming weekend at the Triangle Aquatic Center in Cary.
Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, February 8, 2011 10:34 pm
| | 5290. |  WST GOES UNBEATEN!
ROCKY MOUNT -- The 2021 Nash-Halifax Swim League season was short-but-oh-so-sweet for members of the Westridge Swim Team.Following a one-year hiatus due to COVID-19 concerns, area youth swimmers returned to the pool this summer -- and Westridge proved to be the team to beat in the always-competitive N-HSL.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, July 28, 2021 10:21 pm
| | 5291. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On a beautiful spring morning Peachtree folks gathered to worship. The choir sang “As the Deer” under the direction of the pastor. Pastor Whitehouse brought a message titled “Make Sure You Are in the ‘Us’ “. It was based on scripture found in Galatians 3: 10-14.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, May 17, 2011 11:01 pm
| | 5292. |  Castalia founder is honored
When Freda Roberts bought her home on Main Street in Castalia, she soon discovered her property contained a piece of Castalia’s history.
A small cemetery sits next to the home, many of the headstones and markers destroyed. After talking to town residents and doing a little research on her own, Roberts discovered that Captain John Adam Harrison was buried there.
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, April 13, 2010 10:55 pm
| | 5293. |  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
| | 5294. |  Beulah Community News
Even with the rainy day on Sunday, we had a great service at Beulah Church of Christ. We had lots of smiles and a good attendance. We do have great fellowship, friendly faces and inspirational services. We’d like to invite everyone to come and join us on Sunday at 9:45 for Sunday school and 11:00 for church. Daniel West, our minister brings us some great sermons every Sunday.
WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, November 3, 2009 11:55 pm
| | 5295. |  Hometown Heroes Annual Road Tour visits Nashville
Nashville caught a quick glimpse of some true heroes Monday. The Annual Road Tour charity ride supporting Hometown Heroes stopped in Nashville for lunch Monday while making its way back to Mecklenburg County. Approximately 50 bikers drove into town, all of whom had been riding since Friday to raise money to assist families with kids who have terminal illnesses or have debilitating injuries due to tragic accidents. The group started its round trip from Matthews, N.C.
Jo Anne Cooper, Graphic Publisher / Published Tuesday, September 20, 2011 10:39 pm
| | 5296. |  PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
Pastor Whitehouse preached the concluding portion of his sermon titled “Simple Faith in Christ” based on Galatians 2: 15-21. It was a powerful message in which he reiterated that the “Law” cannot provide eternal life. It is a healthy thing to admit your sin and then to find a “new life”. Christ transforms us from the inside out. Then, through Grace, Christ lives within our heart.
BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, April 12, 2011 10:40 pm
| | 5297. | New school reassignment committee set
The Nash-Rocky Mount Board of Education elected a new chairperson Monday and voted on the composition of a new school reassignment committee to help determine the new school assignments for the 2013-2014 school year. The meeting took place on Monday, January 9 in Nashville. Former vice-chairwoman of the school board, Evelyn Bulluck, was voted in as the new chairwoman of the Nash-Rocky Mount Board of Education, replacing Robert Jenkins at the post.
Amelia Harper, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, January 10, 2012 10:57 pm
| | 5298. | Bailey Elementary announces honor roll list
Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the final semester of the 2015-2016 School Year. The following students at Bailey Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll.
Published Wednesday, August 10, 2016 11:14 pm
| | 5299. | Southern Nash High School announces honor rolls
The following students made the Principal’s List (All grades are A or B but average to be an A) or the A Honor Roll (All grades were an A).
Published Tuesday, June 19, 2012 10:56 pm
| | 5300. |  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
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