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Nashville ponders incentives for industries
Nashville residents will get a chance to offer input on two incentive deals the town is looking at offering two separate industries during public hearings next Wednesday, October 28.
The two industries, who have yet to be named, are interested in locating in Nashville. One industry is looking at Nashville’s Business Park while the other is looking at the intersection of U.S. 64 and Pleasant Grove Church Road, just outside of Nashville. More ...
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
Board reviews school calendars for next 2 years
Under consideration by the Nash-Rocky Mount Schools (NRMS) board are school calendars for 2010-11 and 2011-12. The board has made an initial approval of these calendars, which are open for public view and comments for 30 days until their final decision.
Under state law, the school year must begin no earlier than August 25 and end no later than June 10.
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Michele A. Cruz, Graphic Correspondent |
SURVIVING CANCER
It was during her yearly mammogram that Kay Dorsey found out she had breast cancer.
The doctor had found a lump but told Dorsey he didn’t think she’d have anything to worry about, thinking the lump was benign.
“It surprised (the doctor) and it certainly surprised me,” Dorsey said of the diagnosis. “It’s not what I wanted to hear but you don’t always get what you want.” More ...
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
“Right Time, Right Now” for Stone
“Right Time, Right Now” isn’t just the title of Adam Stone’s latest CD. Turns out it’s the right time for Stone to pursue his dream of becoming a country music singer, and the time is now.
Stone and his wife, Terri, have their bags packed and are ready to move to Nashville, TN so that he may pursue a singing career. But before he leaves, Stone will make two more appearances in Nash County, the first a farewell party and the second, a performance at Westridge Grill. More ...
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
Three compete for Red Oak council seats
Red Oak citizens will elect two commissioners in November from a field of three candidates experienced in civic affairs. The position of mayor is also up for grabs, but Mayor Alfred Wester faces no opposition from registered candidates.
Mayor Wester is completing his fourth term as mayor following two years of service as a town commissioner for Red Oak. During Wester’s 16 years as mayor, the town has seen many changes, including the addition of a new town hall, new street lights and stop lights, new road construction, and the development of a new park, a project that Wester sees as one of the most important milestones of his administration. More ...
Amelia Harper, Graphic Correspondent |
Bridle trails at state park dedicated
On Saturday, October 3, 2009 the Twin Counties Chapter of Cowboys for Christ (CFC) was extremely blessed to witness the official opening and dedication of approximately eleven (11) miles of horseback riding and wagon trails within an eleven hundred acre portion of Medoc Mountain State Park, located approximately 16 miles north of the Goldrock Community at the NC Hwy 48/NC Hwy 4 intersection. More ...
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60 YEARS AND COUNTING
Willard Inscoe (at left) cuts James “Stump” Bass’ hair on September 24 at his shop on Virginia Avenue. Inscoe, who will turn 94 next week, has been cutting hair for over 60 years. Bass said he received his first haircut from Inscoe in September 1948 when he was 12-years-old. Bass has been going to Inscoe ever since. Inscoe said he has no plans to stop cutting hair and will continue to cut as long as he is able. More ...
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Kiwanis Club at My Sister’s House
Nashville’s Kiwanis Club recently remodeled a bathroom for the safehouse at My Sister’s House in Rocky Mount. The club also donated supplies for the bathroom as well. Pictured is member Jennifer Wood with some of the many supplies the club donated to My Sister’s House.
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John Williams stands in front of Washington Street on the mural he painted as part of his Eagle Scout project. |
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Local Eagle Scout paints the town
When John Williams sat down to think about what he could do for his Eagle Scout project, his mind drifted to art.
“I’ve always loved art,” Williams said.
Soon after, Williams thought of a way to combine his love of art with a community service project. Williams recently finished up his Eagle project, a mural on the outside wall of the Harold D. Cooley Library. More ...
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
Nashville Elementary students play with Tar River Orchestra
Imagine the sounds of violins, cellos and violas filling school hallways with beautiful music as third, fourth and fifth grade students sitting posed with instruments create the magic. It is a scene often imagined, but one that is very much a reality at Benvenue and Nashville Elementary Schools.
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USDA to issue payments for CRP program
Aaron A. Martin, State Executive Director for the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) in North Carolina, announced that USDA is now issuing $8,395,950 in Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) payments to eligible producers in North Carolina. More than $1.7 billion in CRP payments are being made on 31 million acres across the country.
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BIRTH
Shane and Malinda Spragins of Nashville are proud to announce the birth of their son, Jacen Levi Spragins, born September 11, 2009 at Nash General Hospital in Rocky Mount. He weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces and was 21 inches long. More ...
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PLANT A TREE
The Red Oak Acorns 4-H Club planted a Sawtooth Oak tree at the W.B. “Bill” Ennis, Jr. Memorial Park in Red Oak on Saturday, September 26. The tree was donated from Rock and Lynn Cooper of Nashville. September was Arbor Month and the tree was planted in honor of past, present and future 4-H members and leaders.
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Mt. Zion FWB Church News
Brother Bob Watkins welcomed everyone to Sunday School and reported 85 in attendance including 1 visitor. Ryan Marlowe read the Bible verse for today. More ...
ROSALENE BASS |
Peachtree Community News
After a week of anticipation, planning and hard work the barbecue fundraiser has come and gone. It was a great cooperative effort and the fellowship and camaraderie of all of those helping was gratifying. The event was a great success. Appreciation is expressed to the community for its continued support of this fund raising event. All proceeds go to the building fund. More ...
BARBARA HARDISON |
Daughters of the American Revolution
The Daughters of American Revolution Micajah Pettaway Chapter met in the home of Jim Gray, North Carolina Wesleyan College President on Thursday, September 17, 2009 for a 10:30 A. M. coffee. After Regent Toni Wade greeted everyone, she opened with prayer. She led the flag pledge, American Creed and DAR Ritual accompanied by Pris Sykes, Chaplain.
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DEE LONG |
Red Oak Community News
The deacons of Red Oak Baptist Church enjoyed a retreat last weekend. They used the time to focus on their responsibilities as deacons and also as a time for prayer as they begin the new church year.
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SUZY PEARCE |
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.
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DEBBIE PHILLIPS |
North Carolina flag donated
A North Carolina flag was donated to the Coopers Ruritan Club in memory of Patrolman CB Avent who was killed in 1949 and in honor of all Troop District One Highway Patrol. Pictured, left to right, are Calvin Horne, Coopers Ruritan President, and Master Trooper Randall Lamm.
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Woodmen of the World presents a new American Flag
Robert Tyson (far right) with the Woodmen of the World presents a new American Flag to the Coopers Ruritan Club. Pictured, left to right, are Harold Winstead, Coopers Ruritan Board Member, Christian Horne, Secretary, and Robert Tyson.
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Check presented
West Mount Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary President, Trish Pittman, presents Chief Buck Pittman a check for $8,000 to purchase new turnout gear. Pictured left to right are Pat Joyner, Jan Howell, President Trish Pittman, Chief Buck Pittman, Jessica Johnson and Jessica Batchelor. The organization thanked the West Mount citizens for the support during the annual portrait fundraiser.
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Book completed
Dr. James Dozia, a graduate of Christian Bible College, recently finished his second book, “Meeting of the Minds”, which is about once saved is not always saved. Dozia says the book is geared to help all enjoy Christian living and being in Christ, especially young people. “There is a very strong controversy over salvation. Many people believe they can receive the Lord and continue sinning. This book points out one should try to live holy, not without restraint live in sin,” he stated.
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HEART OF A POTATO
This heart shaped sweet potato was found at the Batchelor Farms curing house, just outside of Nashville, by Sylvia Batchelor. Pictured with the sweet potato is Batchelor’s dad, Pete Whitley.
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TOMATO PLANTS
Bobby Joe Fisher rooted these tomato plants from suckers from a neighbor’s plant. The Better Boy tomato plants grew up to ten-feet tall and Fisher picked over 100 tomatoes off the plants. The tomatoes were planted on May 3.
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Hancock achieves Eagle Scout with Nashville Elementary School service project
Noah Hancock, senior at Nash Central High School, recently completed his Eagle Scout project at Nashville Elementary School and earned the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout. Hancock provided over 140 bookbags filled with school supplies to every second grade student at Nashville Elementary School. He shared with students many of his scouting experiences. Noah also stressed the importance of education and striving to do your best in school.
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A few early N.C. Halloween treats
In today’s world of getting the press out and scooping other news outlets, the Soapbox has decided to move Halloween up a week early just because Graphic readers deserve it.
A few years ago, we ran a spooky column on North Carolina legends and ghost stories to a great response. We’ve unearthed a few more this year. Sources are listed at the end of this week’s column. You can find more such treats in those publications. More ...
Mike Brantley |
Backward Glances
This photo was originally published in The Graphic October 1, 1974. Beverly Griffin (right) was the instructor for a new nursing course by Nash Technical Institute (now Nash Community College) and Region L. Pictured from left to right are Barbara Harris, Dell Johnson and Cathy Taylor. (Graphic photo by Dixon.)
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Where did the fall weather go?
Fall is a good time of year because it prepares you for the winter. It slowly gets colder and colder instead of having a drastic change. During the summer, you get used to warm weather and so the fall slowly builds you up for that frosty, cold weather.
Not this time though.
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Amanda Clark |
Nash County water line installation and utility service conflicts
Nash County is in the process of expanding our county rural water system to serve many roads in the southeastern portion of the county. We recently completed approximately 52 miles of line along portions of Hwy 97, Hwy 58, Sandy Cross, and Tar River Reservoir areas (Phase 1 and 2), and have started construction of another 30 miles of line (Phase 3) along West Mount Drive, northern portion of the Reservoir, and areas SE of the town of Nashville and SW of the city of Rocky Mount. More ...
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Thank you for delaying construction
I would like to thank the County Commissioners for their recent action on school financing. Delaying the construction of a new high school is proper during the recent recession. At a time when Government at all levels is trying to spend us into destruction, it is so refreshing when an entity does the fiscally responsible thing regardless of Establishment pressure. They displayed a grasp of our current economic situation that few in Government today have shown and this taxpayer appreciates it. Keep up the good work. More ...
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Tail wagging the state
I have reached a conclusion that every town, city and county of North Carolina is affected by the managers the elected officials hire. The cities have their League of Municipalities and the counties have their NCACC, which are organizations that receive salaries from us taxpayers. The hired hands of these organizations that are supposed to help the public, use registered lobby rights, to our detriment. More ...
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PHYSICAL IN THE MIDFIELD. Northern Nash’s Andrew Wooten (left) and Southern Nash’s Caleb Vater collide in the midfield during last Tuesday afternoon’s Big East Conference boys soccer contest on the SN campus in Stanhope. |
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SHINING KNIGHTS
RED OAK -- Because of rainouts, Northern Nash endured a grueling stretch in Big East Conference action -- playing four boys soccer matches during a seven-day span.
As has been the case during NN’s up-and-down season, there were heroics sprinkled in with disappointment.
Northern won three of the matches, but the Knights dropped the most important one from a league perspective -- falling 1-0 at home Monday to the Wilson Fike Demons. More ...
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter |
MAKING HIS MOVE. Nashville Hornets junior varsity quarterback Raymond Bullock eludes a Wilson tackler as teammate Neil Maclang (33) looks on during last Saturday’s Eastern North Carolina Football League action at Fike High School. |
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Streak At Two For Nashville
WILSON -- Last Saturday’s Eastern North Carolina Football League junior varsity showdown featured an interesting duel between Nashville’s off-tackle offense and Wilson Boys and Girls Club’s razzle-dazzle attack.
Lining up in the shotgun, Wilson would utilize reverses, fakes and just about any other gadget to confuse Nashville’s defense. More ...
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter |
Bishops paced by NC grad
RALEIGH -- Freshman Lydia Hunt, a former Nash Central High School standout, tallied a pair of goals on Saturday afternoon, leading her North Carolina Wesleyan College women’s soccer team to a 3-0 victory over Peace College in Raleigh.
Hunt netted the eventual gamewinner at the 38:37 mark and later notched her second score in 88th minute.
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Knights’ star is second
WILSON -- Northern Nash’s Randi Price made it to the finals of the Big East Conference Girls Tennis Tournament, which was completed last Friday at the Wilson Recreation Department.
In the championship match, Price was defeated by Wilson Fike’s Mary Katherine Prince by a score of 6-1, 7-5.
Earlier, Price had defeated Southern Nash’s Casey Gaston 6-0, 6-0; Nash Central’s Meredith Davis 6-0, 6-1 and Wilson Fike’s Connor Allegood 6-0, 6-0. More ...
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FORWARD THINKING. A Rocky Mount player advances the ball as Southern Nash’s Josh Barnes is in pursuit during Monday’s boys soccer event on the RM campus. (Graphic photos by Geoff Neville) |
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Senior Moment For RM
ROCKY MOUNT -- Considering the fact that Rocky Mount has lost only twice all season, it was a stretch to think that Southern Nash would spoil RM’s boys soccer Senior Night Monday.
After all, both of RM’s losses have come to the same squad -- Big East Conference leader Wilson Hunt.
Southern Nash, meanwhile, has registered just one league decision this year for head coach Jeremy Perry. More ...
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter |
Hunt, RM reach Big East volleyball finals
STANHOPE – The first two rounds of the Big East Conference volleyball tournament took place last Tuesday and Thursday at Southern Nash with the top seeds holding true.
No. 1 seed Rocky Mount and second-seeded Wilson Hunt advanced to the finals this week.
The final results were not available at press time.
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KENT WHEELESS, Graphic Correspondent |
Bulldogs defeat Fike
ROCKY MOUNT -- Nash Central High School rallied from a 13-12 halftime deficit to Wilson Fike to post a 27-13 Big East Conference football victory over the Golden Demons last Friday evening at The Dawg Pound.
The Bulldogs, in getting their first league victory of the season, got a 1-2 punch from quarterback Dominique Holloway and back Greg Arrington in making its second-half surge. More ...
CHARLES ALSTON, Graphic Correspondent |
CLOSE CALL. Nashville’s Terrell Graham (right) tries to flick the ball away from a Wilson Boys and Girls Club receiver during last Saturday afternoon’s game. The pass fell incomplete. (Graphic photo by Geoff Neville) |
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Tough Loss -- Again
WILSON -- With so many players wearing casts, the Nashville Hornets varsity sideline looks more like a waiting room these days.
And all of the performers currently injured are what head coach Tony Thomas would call impact players -- youngsters who are team leaders for the Hornets.
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GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter |
Firebirds take ECNFL crown
STANHOPE -- Nash County’s varsity squad wrapped up the Eastern North Carolina Football League championship with a home victory against Rocky Mount last Saturday.
The undefeated Firebirds dominated in every phase of the game and posted a 44-13 decision on the campus of Southern Nash High School.
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Wesleyan whacks CNU
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA. -- Senior Orlando Webb hauled in five catches for 119 yards and one touchdown last Saturday afternoon, leading his North Carolina Wesleyan football team to a dominating 35-7 victory on the road at Christopher Newport.
The Battling Bishops amassed 470 yards of offense as a team, while NCWC’s defense held the Captains to just 183 yards on the day. More ...
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STILL ON A HOT STREAK
ash County resident Joseph Cook won the Boys 10-Under Championship at the recent North State Junior Golf Tournament at Wilson Country Club. Cook carded rounds of 80 and 84 to win the 36-hole event by an amazing 14 strokes. The 50-year-old tourney, which is one of the oldest junior events in North Carolina, attracted 37 competitors in nine divisions. The tourney was staged Oct. 10-11.
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Nash County’s Got Talent!
Nash Arts will host its annual Nash County’s Got Talent competiton in November.
Auditions will be held at Nash Arts November 9th and 10th at 5:30 p.m. Call back rehearsal is November 17th at 5:30 p.m. Finals are slated for November 19th and 20th at 7 p.m.
To reserve your spot for an audition, an entry fee must accompany a registration form. Individual entry fee is $25, groups are $50. More ...
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More events at Nash Arts
Following are events scheduled at Nash Arts this fall. The center is located at 100 East Washington Street, Nashville. For additional information or tickets, call 252-459-4734. More ...
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GEORGE SPIVEY
ROCKY MOUNT - George Spivey, 63, died Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009 at Nash General Hospital in Rocky Mount. More ...
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WILLIAM RAY ROSSER
WASHINGTON D.C. - Funeral services for William Ray Rosser, 58, formerly of Hollister, who died Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009 were conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, with the Rev. Ricky Battle officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. More ...
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JOSEPH JONES JR.
CASTALIA - Funeral services for Joseph “Joe” Jones, Jr., 61, who died Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009 were conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20 at Cedar Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Marcelious Phillips, Jr. officiating. Burial followed in the Oakland Cemetery. More ...
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CALVERT LEE BATT, SR.
CASTALIA - Calvert Lee Batt, Sr., 70, passed away Friday, October 16, 2009. He was born in Washington, D.C. March 22, 1939 to the late Earle Edwin Batt, Sr. and Ellen Peters Batt. He was preceded in death by his son, Calvert Lee Batt, Jr., his first wife, Patricia Ann Batt and a sister, Marie Norman. More ...
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