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Nashville hires new fire chief
Nashville will have a new fire chief on Monday.
The town recently announced that it had hired Randy Goodbrod as the new fire chief. Goodbrod comes from Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
David English has served as the Interim Fire Chief since December. English was appointed after long-time fire chief Tim Pope resigned in November to take on a position with the Bay Leaf Fire Department. More ...
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
House budget cuts NRMS staff by 130
The North Carolina House of Representatives plans to pass a budget today that reduces the Nash-Rocky Mount Schools (NRMS) workforce, cutting $4 million — $485,000 more than Governor Bev Perdue’s proposed budget. Although this would mean a loss of only 21 NRMS special program teacher positions, 109 other instructional support and staff would be cut. More ...
Michele A. Cruz, Graphic Correspondent |
Nash increases legal budget for lawsuit
In a 4-2 vote, Nash County Commissioners voted Monday to appropriate $175,000 to add to the pot of funds available to fight a growing list of lawsuits related to a potential site for a Sanderson Farms poultry operation. Commissioners Robbie Davis, Lou Richardson, Danny Tyson and Fred Belfield voted for the increase in legal funding. Chairman Billy Morgan and Commissioner Wayne Outlaw opposed the measure. More ...
Amelia Harper, Graphic Correspondent |
Tyra Miles, a five-year cancer survivor, waves to the crowd as she takes her victory lap during the opening survivor lap at Relay for Life. |
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Relay for Life is huge success
Once again, Nash County residents showed their support at the 17th annual Relay for Life event, held on Friday and Saturday in Rocky Mount.
The event began with four parachuters diving out of an airplane and landing in the middle of the Relay for Life field. This is the second year Nash County’s Relay has began with a parachute jump. This year’s jump was sponsored by Original Log Cabin Homes and Rocky Mount Family Medical Center. More ...
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
Nashville eyes budget
Nashville’s Town Council got its first glimpse of the proposed 2011-2012 fiscal year budget, a budget that includes implementation of a pay plan study to put employees at more competitive salaries. The budget also includes a significant increase for travel for the Mayor and Town Council. More ...
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
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Cooley Library employee says goodbye to Nashville
In another week, patrons of Nashville’s Cooley Library may notice something missing.
After six years with the library, Ashley Brantley is leaving to move to Kentucky with her husband, William, who recently joined the United States Army. More ...
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
NFD offers compression only CPR
Nashville’s Fire Department wants to help educate the public on how to help save lives by offering a compressions-only CPR training.
The training is part of a new initiative, Operation HeartBeat, a public education program. The community-wide initiative is designed to improve out of hospital cardiac arrest survival rates. More ...
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
MILITARY NEWS
Army Pvt. Charles Avent has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. More ...
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NRMS board opposes tax credits for special education
The Nash-Rocky Mount Schools (NRMS) board unanimously passed a resolution opposing NC House Bill 344, “Tax Credits For Children With Special Needs,” at their meeting Monday night. This bill would reduce the millions of dollars NRMS currently receives in funding for exceptional children, the resolution states. More ...
Michele A. Cruz, Graphic Correspondent |
Cardinal Idol Night
Nashville Elementary School held its own version of the popular “American Idol” on Thursday, April 7. Students in grades K-2 and 3-5 competed in the show.
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Golf tournament to support scholarships
The O.D. Moore Scholarship Foundation will host its second annual scholarship golf tournament on May 27, 2011 at the North Green Golf Course in Rocky Mount.
Check-in will begin at 8 a.m. with a shotgun start a 9 a.m. The entry fee for participating is a $70 donation and includes the green fees, cart, range balls, lunch and door prizes. More ...
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Red Oak faces challenges with new sewer budget
Red Oak Commissioners are facing challenges as they prepare the town’s first annual sewer budget for the coming fiscal year. The sewer service was initiated two months ago in an effort to provide service to the two local schools, park, fire department, and the business district of town. More ...
Amelia Harper, Graphic Correspondent |
NCC dedicates building in memory of Alford L. Sweatt, Jr
Alford L. Sweatt, Jr. was a man known for many things but his greatest legacy was his dedication to education. That legacy will live on forever in the halls of Nash Community College’s Science and Technology Building as the building was recently renamed for Sweatt. More ...
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
Pictured above on the front row (L-R) is: Amber Wiggins, Englewood Elementary; and Caley Mayo, Faith Christian. On the back row (L-R) is: Hannah Adcox, Hubard Elementary; and Amelia Gallina, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic. |
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DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION
The DAR Micajah Pettaway Chapter met Sunday, April 17, 2011, 3:00 p. m. in the home of Toni Suiter for an annual Silver Tea. After Regent Toni Wade welcomed everyone, refreshments were served.
Each year DAR chapters in our country recognize young people who are good citizens (high school seniors) and good citizenship winners (fifth graders). Each school faculty can choose only one winner.
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DEE LONG |
MOUNT ZION FWB CHURCH NEWS
We had 89 in Sunday school today. Several visitors were present and we wanted to welcome them any time they can come. Special welcome to Rowena Collie Fair from Florida. She grew up here, but has been in Florida for many years. More ...
ROSALENE BASS |
RED OAK NEWS
William and Etta Alston from Roanoke Rapids visited with Dorothy Pearce and Madgie Macklin recently.
The 56th Annual NRBA WMU Spring Meeting was held on Tuesday, April 26 at Dortches Baptist Church. More ...
SUZY PEARCE |
Edgecombe-Nash Retired School Personnel
The Edgecombe-Nash Retired School Personnel met April 12, 10:30 a. m. in the Warner Room at Braswell Memorial Library. After members were served refreshments, President Laurette Lewis welcomed everyone including new members. More ...
DEE LONG |
EPHESUS NEWS
Pastor David Eidson delivered our message from Mark 4:35-41, the story of how Jesus calms the storm. During the storms in our lives we must trust in the Word of God, we must keep our faith and not stay in fear, and we must be assured of God’s goodness. God uses difficult situations to discipline us. More ...
DEBBIE PHILLIPS |
PEACHTREE COMMUNITY NEWS
On this first Sunday after Easter, Peachtree folks gathered to worship. Pastor Whitehouse’s sermon was titled “Can You Begin by the Spirit and Be Completed by the Flesh?” It was based on Galatians 3: 1-9. The central question of the entire letter from Paul to the church at Galatia is this: “Are we saved by what we do or by what Christ has done for us?”
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BARBARA HARDISON |
BEULAH COMMUNITY NEWS
Big announcement - Monthly fish fry at Beulah Church of Christ Annex on Reges Rd. will be this Friday night from 4:00 - 8:00. Please mark your calendar and plan to come by for great food, and great fellowship. We always appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you again. More ...
WILMA ENROUGHTY |
Six year old’s take on life as he knows it
Well folks, I’m back again this year to take over Daddy’s spot writing this story. It’s kind of funny, because a lot of people say that when he writes about politics, it is a lot like the way 6-year-old thinks. So, I just want to make sure you know it is me, not him. Plus, I am hoping the newspaper sends me the bazillion dollars they pay him every week to write this column. I could use the money. More ...
Mike Brantley |
Breed gets bad rap due to irresponsible owners
Last week I had to write a story that upset me.
A lady, who was jogging, was attacked by two dogs. These two dogs were pit bulls who are apparently allowed to roam freely around the neighborhood.
If you are a regular reader of this column, then you know that I have two American Pit Bull Terriers. They are a part of my family and yes, they will continue to be a part of my family even after I have my little boy in June. More ...
Amanda Clark - 1 opinion posted |
Library employee says goodbye
As many of you know my time at Cooley Library is coming to an end. I would like to say a big thank you to all the citizens of Nashville and Nash County that have made my job a pleasure. I have met some fantastic people while I’ve been here and you have taught me so much. It has been so good to get to know each of you and watch all of your children grow. I will take many things with me, but the things I will treasure are all the lessons about life and love. More ...
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Reader responds to pit bull attack
Ok, I just had to respond to the article about the “pit bull attacks.” I have to wonder if these dogs are spayed/neutered or do they live most of their lives confined or on the end of a chain. I’m so sick and tired of people who make such a huge issue with dog bites, yet nobody ever hears the whole story. More ...
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Former Nash Arts director pays homage to Hinton
It came to my attention a short time ago that Nashville had lost one of its greatest citizens, Mrs. Mildred Hinton. I am sorry to say my contact with some of my Nashville friends has not been as frequent as I would like the past few years, so I only recently learned of her passing. Mrs. Hinton, however, will never be forgotten. More ...
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Backward Glances
This photo was found in the 1961 archives at The Graphic. Looks like this might have been a Sunday School class or maybe a youth group. Let us know if you recognize anyone! Call 459-7101.
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A PICTORIAL LOOK INTO THE PAST |
Police chief seeks information regarding anonymous letter
Today I received a letter that greatly concerned me. I received an anonymous letter about a woman apparently being abused by two men in her life. From the one paragraph written, it appears that the abuse has been going on for many years. What concerns me is that we have no way of knowing who this victim is or where she lives, as we were only given a last name, apparently of one of the men. The writer seems to be very concerned but did not give us enough information to work with. More ...
Bill Creech, Nashville Chief of Police |
COME TOGETHER, RIGHT NOW. (L to R) Northern Nash’s Haley Claytor and a Rocky Mount player joust for possession during last Wednesday afternoon’s Big East Conference girls soccer matchup. |
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NNHS’ PLAYOFF MIX
RED OAK -- For Northern Nash, the good news is that, once again, the Lady Knights have qualified for the Class 3-A State Soccer Playoffs.
The bad news is that NNHS could enter next week’s postseason with the possibility of not playing in around two weeks.
Northern’s last game was last Wednesday against rival Rocky Mount, which avenged an earlier loss to NN with a 3-0 decision. More ...
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter |
Shuford Signs With ‘Canes
ROCKY MOUNT -- Kristen Shuford rolled the dice and found her college fortune during a showcase volleyball camp in December in Greensboro.
Appropriately enough, the event is known as the Lucky Dog Showcase, and it featured over 500 senior spike standouts who were looking to draw interest from collegiate coaches in attendance. More ...
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter |
Camps are scheduled in summer
NASH COUNTY -- The Nash County Parks and Recreation Department will conduct four weeks of half-day summer camps at Ennis Park in Red Oak.
The event is open to rising first through fifth-graders. Times will be from 8 a.m. until noon each day.
Cost is $40 per child, and space is limited. More ...
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Northern tops NC in softball
ROCKY MOUNT -- After a week off for Easter Break, a second rainout against Southern Nash last Wednesday, and another rainout at Northern Nash on Thursday, the Nash Central Bulldogs played their first softball game in over two weeks.
Nash Central and Northern Nash squared off in softball last Friday night with the Knights revenging an earlier loss to the Bulldogs with a hard-fought 3-2 win. More ...
KENT WHEELESS, Graphic Correspondent |
County Line pays tribute to Victor May
ELM CITY -- County Line Raceway could not have asked for more perfect weather last Saturday as it not only honored a wonderful Champion with a benefit concert, but provided a full night of racing action.
The day started out early as CLR honored Victor May with a benefit concert with music provided by The Switch, followed by Jamie Cates of Creech’s DJ. More ...
Staff Reports |
NASH CO. PARKS & REC RESULTS
NASH COUNTY -- Listed are updated softball, baseball and soccer scores from the Nash County Parks and Recreation Department’s spring event season: More ...
Staff Reports |
Mudcats win on road in SL game
SEVIERVILLE, TENN. -- James Avery pitched seven brilliant innings, and a three-run seventh inning broke a scoreless deadlock as Carolina won its second straight over Tennessee 4-1 at Smokies Park on Sunday afternoon in a Class AA Southern League baseball game. More ...
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McMahon saluted with state award
CHAPEL HILL -- Nash-Rocky Mount Schools Superintendent Rick McMahon will receive a special award from the North Carolina High School Athletic Association at its 2011 Annual Meeting on Thursday.
He will be given the Bob McRae Superintendent of the Year Award during a luncheon at the Dean E. Smith Center on the campus of the University of North Carolina. More ...
CHARLES ALSTON, Graphic Correspondent |
Rain hinders prep baseball schedule
NASH COUNTY -- When it came to playing high school baseball in Nash County last week, it was pretty much a wash, literally, as storms dominated the week and play on the county’s high school fields was limited to just one game.
After rains pounded the area Tuesday and Thursday, the primary playing days for the Big East Conference, and Wilson County’s league schools on spring break, just Southern Nash’s game at Northern Nash got played. More ...
CHARLES ALSTON, Graphic Correspondent |
ECU salvages a win versus Southern Miss
GREENVILLE -- John Wooten drove in three runs, while Corey Thompson and Mike Ussery added a pair of RBI as No. 29 East Carolina University (28-16, 9-9) defeated No. 15 Southern Miss (32-11, 11-4) 7-6 Sunday afternoon in Conference USA baseball action at Lewis Field at Clark-LeClair Stadium. More ...
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ELIZABETH WESTRY
NASHVILLE - Funeral services for Elizabeth Westry, 80, who died April 29, 2011 will be today (Wednesday, May 4) at 1 p.m. at Union Hill Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
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NELSON RICHARDSON
NASHVILLE - Nelson Richardson, 51, died April 28, 2011. Funeral services will be Friday, 12 p.m. at Bunn Chapel Baptist Church, Nashville. Burial will follow at Manning Family Cemetery with Rev. Wayne Hines officiating.
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ANNETTE RENA LANE
ROCKY MOUNT - Annette Rena Lane, 42, of Rocky Mount, died on Saturday, April 30, 2011 at Heritage Retirement Center in Rocky Mount.
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BESSIE M. MANN
ROCKY MOUNT - Bessie M. Mann, 96, of Rocky Mount, died on Saturday, April 30, 2011 at Heritage Hospital in Tarboro.
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ALONZO SMITH, SR.
ROCKY MOUNT - Alonzo Smith, Sr., 80, of Rocky Mount, died on Thursday, April 28, 2011 at Nash General Hospital in Rocky Mount.
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JANET L. SPEIGHT
ROCKY MOUNT - Janet L. Speight, 46, of Rocky Mount, died on Sunday, May 1, 2011 at Pitt County Memorial Hospital in Greenville.
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JOSEPH WILKINS
NASHVILLE - Joseph Wilkins, 75, of Nashville, died on Saturday, April 30, 2011 at Nash General Hospital in Rocky Mount. More ...
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RUTH EVELYN WILLIAMSON
ROCKY MOUNT - Ruth Evelyn Williamson, 67, of Rocky Mount, died on Wednesday, April 27, 2011, at Nash General Hospital in Rocky Mount. More ...
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