The Nashville Graphic

5401.	NASH COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS Pam Mullen, 2100 Living Stone Dr., Rocky Mount; new single family dwelling; $230,000Dave Jardine Kelly Barnes, 5925 Janice Ct., Bailey; singlewide; $63,975Thomas Laing, 6124 Haywood Dr., Rocky Mount; addition (covered); $60,000Serita Garner, 7727 County Line Rd., Castalia; new single family dwelling; $218,990 Published Wednesday, March 6, 2024 10:32 pm
5402.	Long-time Nash County Health Director retires NASHVILLE - Bill Hill, retiring Nash County Health Director, was honored for his nearly half a century of service Monday, receiving a surprise in the process: indoctrination into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine.Credited as the longest serving health director in state history, and guiding the county through "significant health challenges, including the HIV/AIDs epidemic, Hurricane Floyd, SARS, Ebola, Zika and Covid-19," Hill's tenure also included statewide initiatives such as universal childhood vaccinations, bioterrorism preparedness and responses to the opioid crisis and mental health challenges. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 18, 2026 9:53 pm
5403.	Valentine to speak at chamber event Nashville’s Chamber of Commerce will announce its 2014 Distinguished Citizen Award recipient next Thursday night at Nash Arts. The annual Distinguished Citizen event is scheduled for March 6 at 7:00 p.m. It is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served at 7 p.m. prior to the ceremony which will begin at 7:30 p.m.Elaine Corbett, Chamber President, said the Distinguished Citizen event is one the Chamber always looks forward to. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Tuesday, February 25, 2014 11:06 pm
5404.	Local actor wins Hollywood award A Red Oak man with a passion for acting has been recognized in Hollywood and this month, received notice of his third Best Actor award.Brian George, a native of Nashville, just got notice last week that he had been named in The Best Shorts Competition for his lead role as 'Lance' in "The Audition, " directed by David Wenzel and produced by DMAC Studios. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, January 3, 2024 10:52 pm
5405.	Gryphons top 'Birds for crown ROCKY MOUNT -- Rocky Mount's Brian Goodwin was not a happy camper entering the Gryphons' championship matchup with Southern Nash at the Rocky Mount Gryphons Easter Baseball Tournament last Tuesday at Gryphon Stadium. The sophomore center fielder had a 12-game hitting streak snapped in the Gryphons' 6-0 semifinal win over Roanoke Rapids the night before. He was determined to get a new run of hits started against the Firebirds. By Charles Alston, Graphic Correspondent / Published Wednesday, April 18, 2007 12:15 am
5406.	Bebe Wall is named Principal of the Year Bebe Wall knows Spring Hope Elementary School like the back of her hand. Growing up in the Spring Hope community, she attended the school in her youth and went on to become an educator in the Nash-Rocky Mount School System, serving as a teacher in several schools in the system. Today, she has returned to her true home and serves as the Principal of Spring Hope Elementary School. Last week, Wall was named the Nash-Rocky Mount Schools’ Principal of the Year during a special ceremony at Rose Hill Conference Center. Wall will receive $500 from Nash-Rocky Mount Schools as part of her win. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, September 22, 2009 11:15 pm
5407.	Elm City request sparks concern in Nash County Nash County Commissioners have once again tabled a request from Elm City to purchase land for expansion of its wastewater treatment facility. The Town of Elm City is wanting to purchase a tract of land owned by Charlotte Bissette for the expansion of its wastewater treatment facility. Because a portion of the property is located in Nash County, the town must first be approved by the Nash County Board of Commissioners before they can purchase the property. The town wants to purchase a total of 211 acres, 140 of which is in Nash County. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, June 10, 2015 10:46 pm
5408.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS OCTOBER 9 - OCTOBER 15 The following Nash County deed transfers were reported from October 9 through 15. Published Wednesday, October 21, 2020 10:34 pm
5409.	Logan's Notes and Observation exhibit continues at Rocky Mount Art Center The Rocky Mount Art Center continues showing a major one-person exhibition by nationally acclaimed African-American Artist Juan Logan. The exhibition Juan Logan: Notes and Observations runs through June 27, 2007. Published Tuesday, May 22, 2007 9:45 pm
5410.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Jean J. Griffin to Edwing Nahun Santos Marquez and Connie Cedillo; 9228 Main Street, Castalia; $290,000William Zimmerman to Jerone Craig Williams Jr.; 4138 Irwin Isle, Rocky MountMamie Lee Washington to The Mamie Lee Washington Family Trust and Mamie Lee Washington; 8006 Watson Seed Farm Road and 2957 Lonesome Pine Road, Whitakers Published Wednesday, August 19, 2026 10:33 pm
5411.	Town to hold work session on shipping containers issue NASHVILLE - The latest chapter of Nashville's ongoing saga about legislating use of shipping containers is headed to a new level, with town leaders scheduling a work session just for that Oct. 8.While shipping containers have been allowed for temporary construction or renovation storage use in both residential and non-residential areas, there is no specific ordinance covering their use, a point contested repeatedly by Chris Sandy, owner of Build Right Supplies, who first requested an amendment to add one in June. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, September 24, 2025 10:45 pm
5412.	Park View Hospital and School of Nursing celebrates 100 years The history of Park View Hospital and School of Nursing was honored at a special Centennial Celebration on June 28th at Nash Community College. More than 200 alumni and guests attended the event which also marked the 25th anniversary of the Park View Nurses’ Alumnae Scholarship Endowment.Park View Hospital opened as a 25-bed facility in Rocky Mount on July 1, 1914. The hospital closed its doors in May of 1971, then a 145-bed facility. JO ANNE COOPER, GRAPHIC PUBLISHER / Published Tuesday, July 8, 2014 11:07 pm
5413.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a warm spring morning, Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Tom Vesce, who represents the Gideons International, presented some information about that organization. It serves as a missionary arm of the church and every scripture is provided with the support of local churches and individual Christians. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, March 20, 2012 11:03 pm
5414.	Sick days exposed me to “Shawty Get Loose” As I sat down to write this, my head was filled with lead and my brain was cooked. My voice had the gravely sound of years of Marlboros. Many of you would immediately ask, “Why is that different from any other week?” Well, this week it is different because I am sick, sick as a dog. When I complained a few weeks ago that I’d love to be able to do nothing but sleep for a day, I should have left in the caveat of not contracting bird flu, or malaria or whooping cough. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, March 18, 2008 11:05 pm
5415.	Baseball standouts welcomed GREENVILLE -- Seventh-year head coach Cliff Godwin formally announced East Carolina University baseball team's 13-man incoming class last Friday, which features seven position players, three pitchers and three two-way players.The 2020-21 recruiting class consists of three infielders (Joey Berini, Jacob Starling and Josh Moylan) Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, August 19, 2020 10:45 pm
5416.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS A simple assault was reported on 5/26/19 at 222 W Washington StreetA missing person was reported on 5/26/19 at 12511 NC 43An assault by strangulation and assault on a female was reported on 5/26/19 at 7515 Strickland Road Published Wednesday, June 19, 2019 9:50 pm
5417.	Swift Creek Elementary School announces honor roll students Swift Creek Elementary recently announced its honor roll list. Published Tuesday, May 27, 2008 10:35 pm
5418.	County Line has another big night ELM CITY -- After a week full of wicked weather in the area, the sky finally cleared and greeted race fans and drivers with a nice Spring afternoon last Saturday at County Line Raceway. Spectators were in for a treat as the Renegades of Dirt South, an Open Wheel Modified touring series, made their first of two visits for the 2015 season to the 3/8th mile clay oval in Elm City. Staff Reports / Published Thursday, April 16, 2015 12:49 am
5419.	Is God Dead? - Deficient sources? Continuing from last week, the last of the three significant criticisms lodged against the Christian resurrection narrative is undergirded by a claim that the sources used to defend the resurrection are deficient. When it comes to skeptical criticism, the source of the evidence is usually one of the first topics to be discussed. After all, if our sources are the only evidence we have, then they should be.However, in general, the criticism takes two forms: there is not enough evidence, and the sources are deficient. TY B. KERLEY / Published Wednesday, February 4, 2026 10:08 pm
5420.	Ephesus Community News Betty Earp came into the Christian fellowship of Ephesus Baptist Church on Sunday morning during the worship hour by letter. We welcome her into our church as an asset to the service of our God. Her husband is George Earp. By LOTTIE LOU DICKENS / Published Tuesday, March 18, 2008 11:05 pm
5421.	Nash 4-H'ers receive awards Volunteers were honored for their dedication to the mission of 4-H during the annual Nash County 4-H Awards and Recognition Program. The event was an opportunity to thank all those who volunteer with 4-H in Nash County but singled out those who went above and beyond in 2019. "This program, much like many others, our 4-H clubs, events and activities cannot take place without volunteers," Nash County Cooperative Extension Director and 4-H Extension Agent Sandy Hall said. "Thank you for all the great work that you do." AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 12, 2020 10:26 pm
5422.	Gryphons rally past SN's boys STANHOPE - No lead is safe in the NEW 6 Conference. Just ask the Rocky Mount Gryphons. After getting a 17-point lead in the first half, Rocky Mount had to rally from 12 points down in the fourth quarter to get a hard-fought 74-71 league road win at Southern Nash last Tuesday evening. By Charles Alston, Graphic Correspondent / Published Wednesday, January 17, 2007 12:08 am
5423.	Southern practices finalized STANHOPE -- Southern Nash High School will begin fall practices on the following dates:• Football -- Aug. 1 at 8:30 a.m.• Soccer -- Aug. 4 at 6 p.m.• Volleyball -- Aug. 4 at 3 p.m. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, July 29, 2014 10:52 pm
5424.	RED OAK NEWS Congratulations to Derek and Leigh Ann Bostian in the birth of their son, Jacob Allen, born on July 20! Jacob has an older sister, Abigail. Proud grandparents are Rev. Larry and Donna Bostian.Congratulations to Chris and Christy May in the birth of their daughter, Caroline, born on July 21! Caroline has 3 older siblings, Caitlyn, Caleb, and Cameron.Women in Action of Red Oak Baptist Church had their monthly meeting on Thursday, July 23. Suzy Pearce / Published Wednesday, July 29, 2015 10:47 pm
5425.	Board close to choosing architect for new school The Nash-Rocky Mount Schools (N-RMS) board has narrowed down the list of architectural firm candidates for the new Rocky Mount High School to two: Shuller, Ferris, Lindstrom, and Associates (SFL+a) and Oakley Collier (OC). The board listened to presentations by four architectural firms Monday night, and after a short discussion, voted on whether to select SFL+a as their final choice. Because the vote was not unanimous, as six voted for and four voted against, the board will officially vote to select a firm at their next regular meeting scheduled for Monday, Sept. 8, at 7 p.m. By Michele A. Cruz, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, August 19, 2008 10:02 pm
5426.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS On a chilly St. Patrick’s Day Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Pastor Whitehouse greeted the congregation and visitors present. The sermon topic for the day was, “It is not Enough to be Orthodox in our Theology.” It was based on scripture passages Revelation 2: 12-27 and Romans 1:25. He quoted Dr. Hershel Hobbs, a great Baptist theologian, who said “---the truth in God’s word in not up for compromise”. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, March 19, 2013 11:26 pm
5427.	NC Wesleyan takes comeback baseball victory ROCKY MOUNT -- Junior Joel Creef ripped a three-run game-tying double in the sixth and senior Zollie Woodlief blasted his third home run of the season in the seventh inning to lead North Carolina Wesleyan’s baseball squad to a come-from-behind 7-6 win over Christopher Newport on Sunday afternoon at Bauer Field. The victory secured a series split for the Bishops, who dropped an 11-5 decision to the Captains last Saturday. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, March 10, 2009 10:04 pm
5428.	Wesleyan finalizes diamond sked ROCKY MOUNT -- Greg Clifton's first season as the head coach for the North Carolina Wesleyan College baseball team will begin Feb. 9 with a home doubleheader against Eastern Mennonite.Clifton, a Roanoke Rapids native, is a long-time Nash County resident who coached Faith Christian School to back-to-back state championships before accepting the Wesleyan position early last summer. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, December 26, 2018 10:47 pm
5429.	NASH COUNTY PERMITS: MARCH 2026 COMMERCIAL PERMITSAddition; 7261 Hoyt Rd, Middlesex; Chrystal Fisher, Licensed Contractor TEPDB OPCO, LLC; $30,000Addition; 968 Aventon Gin Rd., Whitakers; Amber Morrow; Licensed Contractor Cell Site Technologies, Inc.; $29,000Miscellaneous; 5730 Red Oak Rd, Battleboro; Donald Poland, Licensed Contractor Donald Poland; $1,000 Published Wednesday, April 8, 2026 10:22 pm
5430.	Address challenge against Sumner is denied by board NASHVILLE - A candidate challenge concerning residency was denied Dec. 17 by the Nash County Board of Elections, with board members ruling that there were no legal grounds to disqualify commissioner candidate Quentin Sumner from running to represent District 2.Robert Cordell, also of Rocky Mount and running against Sumner for the District 2 Nash County Commissioner spot in the March primary, filed a complaint that Sumner was not qualified to run in District 2 because he did not actually live in District 2, but in District 7. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Tuesday, December 23, 2025 10:51 pm
5431.	Senior Center struggles with lack of space NASHVILLE - After 23 years, the Nash County Senior Center in Nashville is having space issues, with participation in their most popular programs restricted for lack of room.Ashley Winstead, Senior Services Director, presented participant and program data to Nash County Commissioners Jan. 22, citing 1,243 current members at the Nashville site and 555 at the Southern Nash Senior Center in Bailey. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 14, 2024 10:26 pm
5432.	Parent-coach alleges unfair treatment during recent Nashville Allstar picks My name is John Sherrod Jr. I have been involved with the Nashville Recreation for 9 years. I have 3 children that have played in or currently playing in the Nashville Recreation Organization. My oldest child now 14 started playing tee-ball in Nashville, my youngest son 11 and my daughter 9 are currently in the program, and have been since tee-ball. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR / Published Tuesday, June 6, 2006 11:54 pm
5433.	Beulah Community News I hope everyone had a good week and no health problems. Again Sunday at Beulah we had another great service. Everyone’s heart was touched when we saw Roger Parker and his wife Mary at church. Roger was in his wheelchair but still greeted everyone with a big smile. He sat at the front door greeting people as they entered for awhile also. His job, no not his job but a service he decided he wanted to do for several years was to shake hands with everyone as they entered the front door. We always looked forward to seeing him there. Welcome back, Roger and Mary, who always smiles also. WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, September 1, 2009 11:21 pm
5434.	SOUTHERN NASH HIGH SCHOOL HONOR ROLLS Southern Nash High School A Honor Roll The following Southern Nash High School students earned A Honor Roll for the first six weeks of the 2011-2012 school year: Published Tuesday, November 22, 2011 10:58 pm
5435.	4-H celebrates achievements Nash County 4-H celebrated the achievements of its youth and clubs last week during its annual "Night of Achievements." Luke LaHay and Cullin Whitley were singled out as 2015 4-H'ers of the Year. Sandy Hall, Nash County 4-H Extension Agent, said the 4-H'er of the Year is done by nominations from club leaders. This year, Hall said they decided to recognize two. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 10, 2016 11:08 pm
5436.	A Plot Thickening ROCKY MOUNT - Potential plot lines will be abundant this Saturday when four solid squads convene to determine the 2008 Nash-Halifax Swim League Championship at the Roanoke Rapids Aquatic Center. Will Westridge -- enjoying its finest season in recent history -- cap off an undefeated campaign with a title? Will perennial power and defending title holder Nash Rec rise to the top again, despite being unable to conquer Westridge in regular season action? From Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, July 29, 2008 10:52 pm
5437.	Nashville Elementary School Honor Rolls Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the third semester of the 2017-2018 school year.The following students at Nashville Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, June 13, 2018 10:46 pm
5438.	Nashville Elementary first semester student awards Nashville Elementary School held its First Semester Awards Assembly on January 18, 2007. The following students were recognized in these categories: Published Wednesday, February 14, 2007 12:08 am
5439.	Bishops a winner at grid home ROCKY MOUNT - The Blue & Gold football squad of North Carolina Wesleyan earned its first-ever victory over Methodist College last Saturday, downing the Monarchs by a 15-9 score at the Rocky Mount Athletic Complex. From Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, September 27, 2006 12:16 am
5440.	Nash Central sweeps Fike ROCKY MOUNT -- Nash Central's boys basketball team put a stamp on its first place position in the NEW 6 Conference last Friday night. The Bulldogs impressively disposed of second-place Wilson Fike 70-46 before a supportive home crowd. By Charles Alston, Graphic Correspondent / Published Wednesday, January 31, 2007 12:05 am
5441.	Northern edged by Ladycats RED OAK -- Northern Nash secured a sweep against Bunn during last year’s prep volleyball action, but that won’t be the case in 2013.The Lady Knights hosted Bunn last Tuesday for a non-league event at the NNHS Gymnasium, and the visiting Ladycats were able to leave with a 26-24, 25-19 and 25-11 decision. Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, August 27, 2013 10:51 pm
5442.	Nash County commissioners take oath NASHVILLE - While two veteran commissioners and one newly-elected commissioner were sworn in at the Dec. 2 Nash Board of Commissioners' meeting, another leadership change involving the board itself occurred to produce a new board chair and new vice-chair.Re-elected to new four-year terms were Marvin Arrington, District 1 commissioner, who was sworn in by Nash Superior Court Judge the Honorable Tim Wilson; Sue Leggett, District 4 commissioner, recited her oath of office as administered by the Honorable Paul Martin Newby, North Carolina Supreme Court Justice. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 4, 2024 10:13 pm
5443.	Southern Nash High School announces honor rolls Southern Nash High School has released its honor roll for the 5th grading period. Published Tuesday, May 24, 2011 10:49 pm
5444.	Nash nixes Emergency Services position NASHVILLE - An unexpected, last-minute job reclassification for Nash County's Emergency Services Director's position Oct.7 is raising questions, some of which have to do with the legality of the move.Less than five hours after Sue Leggett, commissioner, again addressed the priority of filling the position, the board went into closed session for approximately four hours, re-convening for less than five minutes to vote in open session on "reclassifying" the Emergency Services Director job as "Emergency Services Manager," which carries a lesser pay grade; Charles "Tripp" Bunn, existing Assistant Director of Emergency Management, was given the position. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, October 9, 2024 10:43 pm
5445.	Peachtree Community News The chilly days of autumn have arrived. The trees are beginning to change their colors and the sweet potatoes are being dug. But it is strange to see many fields with tobacco still unharvested. Changing times! By BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, October 21, 2008 10:24 pm
5446.	All we want for Christmas is UNC-Rocky Mount All we want for Christmas is UNC-Rocky Mount. And if Santa could deliver that present in his bag, it would be a fine one indeed for a lot of people — many of whom might not even realize it. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, November 28, 2006 11:04 pm
5447.	Nashville Elementary announces honor roll list Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2017-2018 school year.The following students at Nashville Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, March 21, 2018 10:36 pm
5448.	NASH SOCCER RESULTS NASH COUNTY -- Listed are updated Nash County Recreation & Senior Services Youth Soccer Scores: Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, April 19, 2017 11:00 pm
5449.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS This past Sunday Peachtree Baptist Church congregation, family and friends gathered together to worship and celebrate indoors. We welcomed visitors to Peachtree. Thanks be to God.The Peachtree Baptist Church WMU will participate in the 2020 Appalachian Christmas Outreach Backpack Ministry. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, October 28, 2020 10:32 pm
5450.	Nash-Rocky Mount Early College Honor Rolls Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the second semester of the 2016-2017 school year. Published Wednesday, April 12, 2017 11:10 pm
5451.	Southern Nash Middle School Honor Rolls Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the third semester of the 2017-2018 school year.The following students at Southern Nash Middle School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, July 11, 2018 10:35 pm
5452.	NASH COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS Nash County Holdings, LLC to Boys and Girls Clubs of the Tar River Region, Inc.; 5.148 acresNVR, Inc. to Pamela Winks; 8921 Shallow Creek Trail, Bailey; $284,000River Dew Corporation to Matt Baldwin Homes, LLC; lots 37, 38 and 39, River Dew Subdivision; $105,000Starlight Homes North Carolina, LLC to Rebekah Ann Lopez; Bryson's Ridge, Lot 6; $300,000 Published Wednesday, October 25, 2023 10:12 pm
5453.	SANDY CROSS NEWS Christian Fellowship Church's Wednesday night service on 8/14 had the message given by Pastor Daniel Parker entitled "Toxic Ties."CFC Fusion Youth attended Church On The Rise in Rocky Mount on 8/14 for "United Night." They enjoyed fun, games, food, a special devotional and a hip-hop concert given by @djmremusic & @sean_olivera. EMILY SILLS / Published Wednesday, August 21, 2019 10:34 pm
5454.	Preconception of bus ride far from real So this is how I’m going to die. What other conclusion could I draw as the woman jumped from the curb onto the bus just as it was about to get moving, clutching a bow in one hand and a quiver of arrows in the other? As I looked around for the emergency exit, I thought, Man, those terrorists are getting more creative every day. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, May 31, 2011 10:40 pm
5455.	Bishops announce HOFers ROCKY MOUNT -- Since 1999, North Carolina Wesleyan College has honored 64 former athletes, administrators, and coaches by enshrining them in its Hall of Fame. These individuals have created a higher standard for Bishop athletics and were selected based on their outstanding accomplishments. This year's class meets these same standards and will comprise the 18th group of honorees. Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, July 20, 2016 10:29 pm
5456.	Nashville Elementary announces honor students Nashville Elementary has announced its honor roll for the 4th six weeks. Published Wednesday, May 7, 2008 2:31 am
5457.	Ephesus Community News On Christmas Eve, Rev. Dougald and Linda McLaurin offered a time of communion for families as part of our Christmas Eve experience. DEBBIE PHILLIPS / Published Tuesday, December 30, 2008 10:19 pm
5458.	A FINAL COUNTDOWN ROCKY MOUNT -- Each of Nash County’s four public high schools is expected to have a significant test this Friday during Week One of the prep football season.First, the squads prepared for their challenging openers by participating in the Second Annual Nash County Football Jamboree, which was held last Thursday at Rocky Mount High School. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, August 20, 2014 11:08 pm
5459.	Southern Nash Middle 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 Southern Nash Middle School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, August 22, 2018 10:33 pm
5460.	SANDY CROSS NEWS Sunday 8/25 at Christian Fellowship Church, praise and worship was led by Freedom with the music of Elevation. The morning message was given by Pastor Daniel Parker - "The Revelation Timeline - The Millenial Reign & The New Jerusalem."The Love Ladies of Kingdom International Church gave out 67 backpacks to Coopers & Williford Schools on 8/21. EMILY SILLS / Published Wednesday, September 11, 2019 10:31 pm
5461.	AVENTON COMMUNITY NEWS This week went by fast, too fast. It's been hot and us Aventonians have been staying in the cool as much as possible. I guess some folks are out doing their gardens and chores early in the morning when it's the coolest, but I wouldn't know. Living in my kitchen, I have all the conveniences right beside me most folks don't have. My bed is beside a table with the coffee pot and pop tarts and my TV is directly in front of my bed. I lean over, get my breakfast and remote, and then cut the tube on for the news. This old gal ain't getting out in the heat or the bed too early, not with these luxuries. JOJO RICKS / Published Wednesday, July 27, 2016 11:25 pm
5462.	Nash clubs duel in NEW-6 STANHOPE -- Before the 2008 season started, Rocky Mount head baseball coach Pat Smith was most concerned about his starting pitching. After four-year starter Jim Leggett, he was unsure how his staff would round out. By Charles Alston, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Tuesday, April 1, 2008 11:12 pm
5463.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS Peachtree Church enjoyed a week-end of glorious events. On Friday evening the “Reviv.A. Sing” was well attended. Singing groups from several churches in the area participated. These included Nobles Chapel, First Baptist Spring Hope, Gibson Memorial Methodist, White Oak Methodist, Peachtree Choir, as well as Scotty Winstead of Momeyer and Diane Wilder, soloist of Bowling Green , Va. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, November 9, 2010 10:57 pm
5464.	Red Oak addresses baseball concerns Two area baseball coaches met with Red Oak commissioners last Monday to air concerns about problems with the baseball fields at Ennis Park and to request the town’s intervention in working with Nash County Parks and Recreation to address the issues. The discussion took place at the regular Red Oak Town Meeting on August 6, 2012. Amelia Harper, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, August 14, 2012 10:39 pm
5465.	Nashville Elementary School Honor Roll recipients Nashville Elementary School recently announced the recipients of its Honor Roll for the fourth six weeks: Published Tuesday, April 28, 2009 10:10 pm
5466.	Nash County deed transfers May 10-14 Four Palms Properties, LLC to Sheila Shelton; 12158 Bellamy Mill Road, Whitakers Brian Dieter Speer to Pamela Sue Faircloth; 104 Thornberry Drive, Spring HopeJames W. Whatley to Sally H. Whatley; 108 Bramblebush Court, Rocky Mount Published Wednesday, May 19, 2021 10:45 pm
5467.	PARKS AND REC RESULTS NASH COUNTY -- Here are recent results from the Nash County Parks and Recreation Department’s Fall Ball Season: Staff Reports / Published Tuesday, October 2, 2012 10:49 pm
5468.	Saluting a one in a million photographer and firefighter A phone call I've been expecting came with the news that the legendary Bob Bartosz had passed away.You've seen his name on the pages of this newspaper capturing moments in photographs when there was a major accident, fire or even during the flooding from Hurricane Matthew.Bob dropped by the newspaper when he and his wife moved to Nash County. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, June 5, 2024 10:25 pm
5469.	County clubs play in the postseason GREENVILLE -- Nash Central’s varsity baseball team had just one day’s notice that it had made the NCHSAA Class 3-A State Playoffs. But all the time in the world may not have been enough to prepare the Bulldogs to meet two-time state champion D.H. Conley last Friday. The Coastal Conference’s No. 1 seed spotted Nash Central a 1-0 lead in the rain-delayed contest before scoring seven runs in its half of the first for a 14-4, five-inning victory. CHARLES ALSTON, Graphic Correspondent / Published Tuesday, May 19, 2009 10:13 pm
5470.	Red Oak Middle School 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 the Red Oak Middle School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, December 27, 2017 10:40 pm
5471.	4-H'ers excel at annual livestock show Area youth had a chance to showcase their hard work at the 86th Annual Eastern Carolina 4-H Livestock Show and Sale, which was held April 4 and 5. Nash County Cooperative Extension Director and 4-H Agent Sandy Hall said Nash County youth represented Nash County well with their participation in this year's event. COVID has caused a decrease in participation but Hall said numbers are starting to get better, which is encouraging to see. AMANDA CLARK, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:26 pm
5472.	Swift Creek announces honor roll students A Honor Roll Ashlee Brackett, Jessi Browning, Gabrielle Carter, Caitlyn Cooke, Matthew Dickerson, Emily Garner, Hannah Grant, Lucas Ghiloni, Alex Guerrero, Davis Hedgepeth, Alexis Immediato, Marleen Jefferson, Sierra Joyner, Nathan Kluttz, Kennedy Miller, Kodie Mizell, Jackson Orr, Owen Phillips, Tommy Rouse, Owen Sondergard, Brooke Taylor, Anna Shaye Thompson, Jacob Walker, Julia Williams, Joe Williams, Anna Zinn Published Tuesday, October 28, 2008 10:28 pm
5473.	Chicken pastry – the present better than past With my wife, and children No. 1 and No. 3 out of town, my mom took sympathy on child No. 2 and me. She offered to feed us on the second night of being on our own. Maybe we looked sad. So, when I rolled in from Greenville – tired, bleary-eyed and facing another long night of grad school homework – Mom met me at the door. Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, October 4, 2011 11:02 pm
5474.	NCSO to buy boat/trailer for new swiftwater rescue team NASHVILLE- The Nash County Sheriff's Office, recently awarded $348,000 from the state to start up a Swiftwater/Flood Search and Rescue team, has picked out the boat they want and received county approval.Lt. Tony Cameron spoke with Nash commissioners at their August 3rd meeting, reporting that because of his previous Highway Patrol experience during Hurricanes Floyd and Andrew, he had been put in charge of organizing the new unit, which will be able to respond nation-wide. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, August 12, 2026 10:30 pm
5475.	Swift Creek Elementary School honor rolls Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the third semester of the 2019-2020 school year.The following students at Swift Creek Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, May 13, 2020 10:44 pm
5476.	Swift Creek Elementary School Honor Rol Nash-Rocky Mount Schools has released its Honor Roll lists for the first semester of the 2018-2019 school year.The following students at Swift Creek Elementary School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, November 21, 2018 9:57 am
5477.	Nashville Elementary announces first six weeks honor students Nashville Elementary has released its honor roll for the first six weeks of the school year. Published Tuesday, November 20, 2007 10:52 pm
5478.	Southern Nash High School Honor Rolls NINTH GRADE - A HONOR ROLL Alaina Bailey, Macey Bailey, Daniel Blackmer, Kellie Brantley, Demitri Braxton, Yolanda Cardenas-Cisneros, Rebekah Davis, Cherish Dunston, Sarah Ewers, Luke Faulkner, Lauren Glover, Natalia Lopez, Joseph Manning, Maria Nava, Luis Negrete, Brayden Parker, Anna Pullen, Angel Rangel-Ramirez, Jeshua Richardson, Published Wednesday, December 7, 2022 10:52 pm
5479.	Southern Nash FFA hosts annual event BAILEY - The 2nd annual Agriculture Appreciation Night and Expo at Southern Nash High School Sept. 19, hosted by Southern Nash FFA, offered both students and the general public a chance to visit with multiple vendors related to the ag industry, along with hot roasted corn on the cob, just prior to a Firebirds vs. Southern Wayne football game.Visitors to the event were greeted by the two resident SNHS horses, penned along a field entranceway and used for the school's Equine classes, along with guinea pigs and sheep for a "sheep bingo" event. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, September 24, 2025 10:45 pm
5480.	CROWN DEFENDERS ROCKY MOUNT -- Nash Rec's dominance at the annual Nash-Halifax Swim League championships can be summarized by one impressive statistic.The Sharks compiled 664 points to win the meet -- more than runner-up Roanoke Valley (370) and third-place Westridge (209) combined.Defending their crown proved to be no problem for the Sharks as neither of its foes was able to muster a team threat during last Saturday's event at the Harrison Family YMCA in Rocky mount. GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, July 31, 2019 10:48 pm
5481.	SANDY CROSS NEWS Sunday 8/25 at Christian Fellowship Church, praise and worship was led by Freedom with the music of Elevation. The morning message was given by Pastor Daniel Parker - "The Revelation Timeline - The Millenial Reign & The New Jerusalem."The Love Ladies of Kingdom International Church gave out 67 backpacks to Coopers & Williford Schools on 8/21. The bags were also full of supplies for the children in the classrooms. EMILY SILLS / Published Wednesday, August 28, 2019 10:43 pm
5482.	Nash committee membership questioned NASHVILLE - Nash County is still working to untangle and clarify its committee information; an issue first coming to light when a commissioner complained about a lack of minutes and now, as of this month, about not being informed about who is serving, or members' terms.Unanswered from June are questions about what committees constitute public bodies, which mean they are open to the public and "noticed," or advertised. More questions emerged during discussion of Planning Board and Board of Adjustment (BOA) member appointments at the July 13 Nash County board of commissioners meeting, with no answers readily available. NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, July 22, 2026 10:22 pm
5483.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS 100 N Boddie St., Nashville; 07/02/26; malicious conduct by prisoner11191 Baldy Hill Rd., Middlesex; 07/04/26; damage to personal property11335 E NC 97, Rocky Mount; 07/01/26; misdemeanor crime of domestic violence; assault on a female11541 E NC 97, Rocky Mount; 07/02/26; domestic disturbance Published Wednesday, July 22, 2026 10:22 pm
5484.	Bits and pieces from smelly gov't to Wal-Mart Let's take them one at a time this week ... Mike Brantley / Published Tuesday, August 15, 2006 11:24 pm
5485.	Nashville Elementary Honor Roll Nashville Elementary School has announced its Honor Roll for the 3rd 6 weeks. Published Tuesday, February 24, 2009 10:34 pm
5486.	Is God Dead? - The Eyewitnesses Last week, we considered New Testament critic Bart Ehrman's suggestion that the historical story of what happened to Jesus after He died was changed and corrupted over years of oral transmission before the Gospel accounts were written. On the contrary, we noted that the oral transmission of histories in ancient Near Eastern culture was not only a very serious and highly structured undertaking, but to corrupt the oral transmission of Jesus stories was to corrupt their own identity. Ty B. Kerley / Published Tuesday, November 25, 2025 6:20 pm
5487.	County leaders meet with legislators NASHVILLE - An annual sit-down Legislators' Dinner between Nash County leaders and their state representatives resulted in ten goals presented, in hopes of obtaining help for Nash County needs.Meeting Feb. 10 at the Nashville Exchange were Senator Lisa Stone Barnes, Rep. Allen Chesser and Rep. Dante Pittman, who broke bread with Nash commissioners along with Stacie Shatzer, County Manager; Jonathan Boone, Deputy County Manager; Tia Foula, Asst. County Manager; Mike Gaynor, Nash County Attorney; NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, February 19, 2025 11:05 am
5488.	Hospira to expand Rocky Mt. plant Hospira will expand its operations in Rocky Mount, bringing with it 200 additional jobs and a $270 million capital investment. Gov. Bev Perdue announced last week that Hospira would modernize and expand the capabilities of its operations in Nash County. Her announcement followed approval of inducement agreements from the Nash County Board of Commissioners as well as from the Rocky Mount City Council. Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer / Published Tuesday, August 28, 2012 11:06 pm
5489.	Southern Nash Middle 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 Southern Nash Middle School made the A or A/B Honor Roll. Published Wednesday, February 19, 2020 10:30 pm
5490.	Peachtree Community News The Sunday morning service conducted by the Snyder Memorial Youth Choir was an uplifting experience. The joy and exuberance of their music was glorious. Their performance was directed by Dr. Larry Dickens, Rev. Kerri Clayton and Dr. Robert Williams. They were accompanied by Joy Cogwell, pianist, and Johnson Ramsaur at the organ. Those attending received a great blessing. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, March 31, 2009 10:15 pm
5491.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS It was an exciting Sunday at Peachtree and a very busy November.The sanctuary flower arrangement Sunday was presented to glorify God by Kathy and Aubrey Farmer in honor of Christ's birth. FRAN BUNN / Published Wednesday, December 4, 2019 10:42 pm
5492.	Beulah Community News We had a great week-end at Beulah Church of Christ. We had beautiful weather and good fellowship. On Saturday we had cleanup day in the yard at the church. The men cut back shrubbery and cleaned the grounds. Some of the women cleaned up inside the fellowship hall, which included window washing, rearranging inside cabinets, etc. The men also worked outside the fellowship hall. Thank everyone who came and helped. It looks really good. By WILMA ENROUGHTY / Published Tuesday, September 23, 2008 10:35 pm
5493.	Nash County Republicans host annual convention More than 165 people attended the annual Nash County Republican Convention held on Thursday, March 6, making this event the best attended in the recorded history of the group. Ninety-five were registered delegates, with the remainder including guests and candidates.The event was held at the Business Center of Nash Community College and included a dinner provided by the Moymeyer Ruritan Club. Cost of the event was $20 per ticket. AMELIA HARPER, GRAPHIC CORRESPONDENT / Published Wednesday, December 31, 1969 11:12 pm
5494.	PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS This was an exciting week for the children at Peachtree as they attended Bible School every night. The theme for the week’s lessons was “Bug Zone- Transformed by Our Big God.” The director was Fran Bunn and there were many adults who gave of their time and talents to lead and teach. The church hostesses served dinner every evening, as well as a snack. BARBARA HARDISON / Published Tuesday, July 24, 2012 10:47 pm
5495.	There comes a time we have to trust research The school board's recent 11th hour decision to reverse the plan of opening public schools in Nash County (6 to 5 vote) has disappointed a lot of parents. And I can understand why.Kids are failing. I honestly do understand wanting kids back in the classroom environment which is so critically important both academically and socially. Jo Anne Cooper / Published Wednesday, February 3, 2021 11:11 pm
5496.	Nashville Elementary Honor Roll Nashville Elementary School recently announced its Honor Roll recipients for the fifth six weeks. Published Tuesday, June 23, 2009 10:07 pm
5497.	NASH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPORTS Assault law enforcement officer/police/other serious injury; assault-simple at 100 N. Boddie St., Nashville on 8/26/25Possession of stolen vehicles; larceny by employee on 1100 S. NC 581Assault-simple; assault on a female at 13690 Avent Rd., Whitakers on 8/24/25Misdemeanor breaking and entering at 13705 NC 98, Spring Hope on 8/25/25 Published Wednesday, September 17, 2025 10:25 pm
5498.	RED OAK NEWS What a glorious day at Red Oak Baptist Church! Red Oak Baptist Church held its 100 Year Celebration of the Sanctuary on Sunday, September 22 with a large gathering including current local members and some who came "home" for the celebration. The service included performances by the Cherub Choir (preschoolers), the Adult Choir, and the Praise Team. SUZY PEARCE / Published Wednesday, September 25, 2019 11:53 pm
5499.	Southern Nash High Principal’s List The following Southern Nash High School students made the Principals’s List (Grades are A’s and B’s, but average to an A). Published Tuesday, January 31, 2012 11:12 pm
5500.	Nash County aims to transfer deed to Nash Arts NANCY WEST-BRAKE, GRAPHIC STAFF WRITER / Published Wednesday, December 18, 2024 10:20 pm