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Seven more locals face drug charges
Seven more Nash County residents were arrested in week three of Operation: Punisher, an operation targeting drug dealers throughout Nash County.
The arrests are part of phase three of the operation. Arrests will continue every day until January 1.
“We’re going strong, one a day,” said Lt. Scott Parker, who heads up the Narcotics Unit of the Nash County Sheriff’s Office. “There will be one on Christmas Day and then New Years Eve.”
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Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
Boy injured in hunting accident
A 14-year-old boy was shot by his father in a hunting accident last weekend.
According to Lt. Pat Joyner, of the Nash County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to a shooting in the 7000 block of US 64 Alternate, just outside of Nashville, on Saturday, December 12.
“We found out it was a father and a son hunting together,” Joyner said. “The father shot at a deer and the son was some distance from the deer and one of the buckshot struck the son.” More ...
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
VETERANS – Ravin Carpenter (at left), who serves as a member of the JVC Branch Honor Guard, stands with Charles Brantley (at right), brother of Haywood Edison Brantley, after escorting him to the wreath that honors Haywood. |
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Service honors Haywood Brantley
A Stanhope native who paid the ultimate sacrifice during World War II was honored Monday morning by the Joint Veterans Committee at a flag raising in Rocky Mount.
The Joint Veterans Committee of Nash and Edgecombe Counties honored Lt. Haywood Edison Brantley at the Rocky Mount Veterans Memorial at Jack Laughery Park. The Committee is comprised of the American Legion Post 58 of Rocky Mount, Post 110 of Nashville, Post 173 of Rocky Mount, Post 293 of Nashville, VFW Post 2057 of Rocky Mount, DAV Chapter 55 of Rocky Mount and The Marine Corps League, Detachment 1262 of Rocky Mount.
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Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
Nash Health Board okays 2010 budget
Nash Health Care’s Board of Commissioners approved a budget for 2010 that includes $32 million in capital projects.
Al Hooks, Chief Financial Officer for Nash Health Care, presented the budget highlights to commissioners on December 3. Prior to going before the commissioners, the 2010 budget was reviewed in detail with both the finance and executive committees and a budget workshop was held as well. More ...
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
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Local girl provides Christmas for Raleigh families
What started out as a simple assignment for a Nashville resident turned into a Christmas to remember for a Raleigh family.
Melissa Williams, who is in her second year at Peace College in Raleigh, was given an assignment for her childhood development class that required a few hours a week of volunteering.
“We had to volunteer a certain amount of nights,” Williams said. “I volunteered at StepUP Ministries.” More ...
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
Momeyer man’s request for text amendment approved
Momeyer’s Board approved a text amendment that will allow the enlargement or replacement of accessory structures in a non-conforming residential district. The decision was unanimously approved during a special meeting held on Monday morning.
Jimmy Matthews came before the board during the November meeting to request the text amendment. Matthews told board members that he wanted to replace an existing garage on his property at 5129 Momeyer Way. He said the garage was in bad shape and needed to be replaced. Replacing it, he added, would improve the appearance. More ...
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
Nashville man arrested for jewelry theft in Rocky Mount
A Nashville man was arrested for allegedly stealing over $20,000 in rings from K-Mart on December 2.
Rocky Mount Police say Thomas Allen Moore, Jr., 55, of Red Oak Road, Nashville, jimmied the locks to the jewelry case and removed 70 rings valued at $20,000. The incident happened around 9 a.m. on December 2. Police say the salesperson was away from the counter at the time of the incident. More ...
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Brooklyn Community Christmas
The Brooklyn Area Community Watch hosted a Christmas party recently for members of the community at the Community Building in Nashville. The event featured food, games and Santa! Pictured above, Jabree Williams sits with Santa.
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Nash County Blood Drives for December 2009
Saturday, December 26 from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Old Navy, 1587 Benvenue Road, Rocky Mount
Sunday, December 27 from 12:30 until 4:30 p.m. at Shenandoah Baptist Church, 3894 Shenandoah Road, Rocky Mount
Monday, December 28 from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. at Colony Square Apartments, 1000 Colony Square, Rocky Mount More ...
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High, Hyde unite in marriage
Kimberly Ann High and Judd Anson Hyde were married November 21, 2009 at Momeyer Baptist Church, Momeyer. The officiating ministers for the 5 p.m. traditional ceremony were Pastor Paul Arnold and Pastor Frank Duncan.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dean High of Bailey.
The groom’s parents are Mrs. Vicky Hyde and the late Trent Hyde of Nashville. More ...
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Pictured above L-R is: Wayne Outlaw, Past National Presidnet, Floyd Leppla and his wife, Annie. |
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Leppla is recipient of Tom Downing Award
Club President Bob Bunn named Ruritan of Year
Momeyer’s Ruritan Club recognized two of its members during its annual Christmas Dinner on Monday night.
Floyd Leppla, who has been a member of the club since 1964, received the Tom Downing Fellowship Award, the highest honor a Ruritan can receive. Less than one percent of Ruritans receive the prestigious award annually.
Wayne Outlaw, a Nash County resident and past National President, presented the award to Leppla. More ...
Amanda Clark, Graphic Staff Writer |
70th Wedding Anniversary
Henry and Pauline Battle were married on December 20, 1939. They enjoyed a special celebration at home surrounded by family and friends on Dec. 20, 2009. They are the proud parents of seven children, fifteen grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren, and three extended children. Their roots are deep in Nash County. They are prominent members of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church of Nashville.
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Birth Announcement
Christopher and Marketa Evans of Graham are proud to announce the birth of twins, a boy, Mason Isaiah Evans, and a girl, Madison Grace Evans, born September 14, 2009 at Greensboro Women’s Center in Greensboro. Mason Isaiah weighed 6 pounds, 1 ounce and Madison Grace weighed 4 pounds, 13 ounces.
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Tyson receives award
Joshua Tyson of Spring Hope received a Morgan Scholars Award to attend Nash Community College for the 2009-2010 school year. He is enrolled in the Associate in Arts - College Transfer Program and was chosen for the scholarship for his community service and volunteerism. Joshua is the son of Lee Tyson and Pauline Andreassen.
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MILITARY NEWS
Air Force Airman Bradley J. Davis graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. More ...
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Scouts visit
The Nashville Graphic welcomed local scouts to its office last week. The visit is one of five trips to various places members are required to make to earn their Tiger badge as part of the Go See It program. The scouts learned about the daily activities of putting a newspaper together and even created their own front page. Pictured above (front row L-R): Aaron Dornsief, Shemar Henderson, Austin Harrell and Bryce Lewis. On the back row (L-R) is Trey Barker, Austin Harper, Coleston Dempsey, Brent Measamer and Whitaker Bennett.
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Flag presented
James Eason presents a flag to Sheri H. Pittman, daughter of SSgt. James Jasper Hicks, who was honored last month by the Joint Veterans Committe. His flag was retired and presented to Pittman Monday.
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Raise the flag
Members of the Honor Guard Branch raise the United States Flag in honor of Haywood Edison Brantley during a special service Monday.
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Salvation Army Stocking Program
The Rocky Mount Debu-ette Club participated in the Salvation Army Stocking Program by collecting and contributing over 100 filled stockings.
Pictured is Debu-ette, Madison Robinson.
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Daughters of the American Revolution
The Daughters of American Revolution Micajah Pettaway ChapteR met in the home of Martha Lamm on Thursday, November 17, 2009 for a 2:30 P. M. coffee. Regent Toni Wade greeted everyone including her stepdaughter, Lisa Stout from California. After opening with prayer, she led the flag pledge, American Creed and DAR Ritual accompanied by Pris Sykes, Chaplain.
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DEE LONG |
Peachtree Community News
The call to worship at Peachtree Church on Sunday was by the Peachtree Men’s Choir. They sang “the First Nowell” with David Griffin whistling the solo, joined in song by Jerry Hobgood, Linwood May and Pastor Whitehouse. Jane May accompanied them at the piano. Josh and Kristina Griffin read the Advent meditation about “Love” and Josh lit the Advent candle.
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BARBARA HARDISON |
Ephesus Community News
Jennifer Glover led Children’s Sermon as she told the story of the Candy Cane. Look at the Candy Cane; what do you see? Stripes that are red like the blood shed for me. White is for my Savior who is sinless and pure! “J” is for Jesus: My Lord, for sure! Turn it around and a staff you will see; Jesus my Shepherd was born for me! More ...
DEBBIE PHILLIPS |
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Rwandan man speaks to local church about Solace Ministries
Ben Kayumba, of Rwanda, East Africa, was the guest speaker last week at Nashville Baptist Church. Around 50 people came to the church to hear Kayumba speak on Wednesday, December 16.
Kayumba spoke about Solace Ministries, which he is the field coordinator for. Solace Ministries helps acquire land for groups of widows from the genocide of 1994. The genocide killed close to one million people. Those left behind are able to use the land to farm and support themselvs and their families. Many of the women are infected with the HIV virus. The Solace Ministry helps with counseling and evangelism but also helps with building projects and other community based programs. More ...
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Mt. Zion FWB Church News
Last Monday night, we enjoyed our Christmas Auxiliary meeting. Several tables were set up and beautifully decorated and set for some good food. We invite women in our church who are not auxiliary members to come and celebrate with us. Other guests were also invited. Serena Matthews, a former member, presented a special Christmas program of music. She had brought a friend from her church in Garner to accompany her on the piano. Serena sang seven solos, then had everyone to sing some familiar Christmas carols. She also read the Christmas story from Luke and made proper introductions before her solos. More ...
ROSALENE BASS |
Red Oak Community News
‘Tis the season for family and friends to get together to celebrate Christmas. Approximately 35 family members had lunch at the home of Gaston Pearce on Sunday, Dec. 13. They traveled from Zebulon, Bunn, Middlesex, and other local cities.
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SUZY PEARCE |
HERE’S MY LIST SANTA!
Six-year-old Austin Harrell, member of Nashville’s Cub Scout Pack, sits on Santa’s knee at Nashville’s Annual Christmas Celebration.
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CHAT WITH SANTA
Eight-year-old Miltalyhia Leonard chats with Santa about her Christmas wishes at Nashville’s Annual Christmas Celebration.
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Letters to Santa, Pt. 1
B. Ellis, 3rd Grade
Nashville Elementary
Dear Santa,
I always wanted a PSP because my old one is broken. I want a new toothbrush because my old one is a baby toothbrush. I also want a remote control my PS3 and 2KA PS3 game. My Eight Night Round 3 is broken because it has lots of scratches. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas.
Love, Keith More ...
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Letters to Santa, Pt. 2
Dear Santa,
I love you so much I wish you were my uncle. Thank you for the awesome bike last Christmas and Tgrara they’re awesome. What I want for this Chrismas are two Nerf CS-35’s, two Nerf Dart tags, two Nerf machine guns, two Nerf pistol’s, four Nerf dart bags with darts, a Clone Turbo Tank, 20 droids, 10 clones, a Jedi Star Fighter, 11 Barc speeder bikes, a marshmellow gun, fun slads, the acshone figures wararier, Capten America ultimate, nick Farry, two four wheeler’s, a ramp for my bike, and a go cart. I want these things to have fun and play with.
Sincerely, Preston Reynolds Age 8 More ...
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Merry Christmas from The Soap Box
It is here.
If you are reading your paper on December 23, you are hopefully regaling in the joy of Christmas Adam, which immediately precedes Christmas Eve.
This is an important day at our household. It is the last day before the holiday blitzkrieg officially kicks off and for us at least, it is a pretty neat day. The kids — as well as their parents — have the excitement and anticipation of Christmas in full bloom. ‘Letdown’ is still days later, the deluge of presents has yet to start, as has the constant shuttling about. We try to use it as a day to really consider Christmas, why it exists and to also be thankful for what we have. More ...
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It’s time for citizens to rise up against the elitism
Over the past months I have written numerous letters dealing with forced annexations. It is apparent that some who have read the letters apparently have yet to grasp the concept of personal choice.
For me, annexation and where I live is all about personal choice. I want to make those choices for myself. To me it is inconceivable that someone else should be making those choices for me. More ...
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Backward Glances
This photo was originally published in The Graphic Dec. 7, 1972. Mrs. Teency Braswell (standing) was sworn in as Nash County Register of Deeds succeeding Mrs. Catherine F. Griffin who had retired after 16 years of service as register and 18 years of service as assistant register. Mrs. Braswell had served as assistant register for 16 years and was unopposed for the position in the November election.
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All I want for Christmas is high-speed Internet
Dear Santa,
This year, all I want for Christmas is high speed internet.
Thanks.
Amanda
PS: Sorry that there’s no milk and cookies. I tried to order a nice box of cookies online but I still have dial and after 30 minutes of trying, I finally gave up and decided to just go buy you a box from a local store. But the stress of dealing with dial-up made me eat your cookies.
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Amanda Clark |
Merry Christmas from NPD
Christmas is here and the Nashville Police Department wishes everyone a very merry Christmas.
Some of you will be going out of town for the holidays. Before you leave, make sure you secure your property and double check to make sure it’s secured. Use the following information as a guide line. Make sure to leave a light on, preferably on an automatic timer to make it appear that someone is home. More ...
Bill Creech, Nashville Chief of Police |
STRONG OUTING FROM SESSOMS. Josh Sessoms (with ball) was Southern Nash’s leading scorer last Thursday night against the Franklinton Rams. (Graphic photo by Geoff Neville) |
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THEORY OF NEWTON
FRANKLINTON -- Newton’s Theory of Basketball Success is simple for the Franklinton High School Red Rams.
When Dustin Newton is in the lineup, the Red Rams are a much, much better team.
Newton, FHS’ standout senior frontliner, missed the Rams’ first three games of the season with a back injury.
And Franklinton lost each one of them.
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GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter |
PATH BLOCKED. Franklinton’s Jalissa Debnam (with ball) is defended by Southern Nash’s Amber Cannady during last Thursday’s girls high school basketball game at the FHS Gymnasium in Franklin County. (Graphic photo by Geoff Neville) |
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Southern Survives
FRANKLINTON -- Early in the fourth quarter, the struggling Franklinton Lady Rams didn’t seem to have a chance against Southern Nash in Thursday’s non-league girls basketball matchup.
The Lady Rams trailed by 11 points, and the Firebirds looked to be well on their way to a victory.
Southern Nash eventually got that win, but it didn’t come as easily as expected. More ...
GEOFF NEVILLE, Graphic Sportswriter |
Tourney pairings finalized
RED OAK -- Northern Nash will host the annual Nash County Christmas Basketball Tournament at the NNHS Gymnasium.
Dates will be Dec. 28-29 in Red Oak. Featured boys and girls teams will be Nash Central, Northern Nash, Southern Nash and Rocky Mount.
The complete tournament schedule is as follows: More ...
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SPECIAL SEASON. Tracey Coppedge’s (with ball) offensive output helped the Southern Nash Firebirds reach the fourth round of the Class 4-AA State Football Playoffs. (Graphic photo by Geoff Neville) |
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SNHS Leads The Way
NASH COUNTY -- Southern Nash was not only the last high school football team standing in Nash County, but it also collected a lion’s share of Big East Conference honors as the league’s All-Conference teams were announced last week.
The league’s coaches voted on the first and second all-offensive teams, first and second all-defensive teams, first and second-team specialists and each squad was allowed an honorable mention selection. Also, player of the year honors were doled out on offense and defense and the coach of the year was voted on. More ...
CHARLES ALSTON, Graphic Correspondent |
RMHS leads Wachovia standings
NASH COUNTY -- It’s a new conference this year for Nash County’s high school athletic teams, but the Big East 3-A is still proving to be pretty competitive.
With the addition of Wilson Hunt and the absence of SouthWest Edgecombe, the league races will be pretty tight across the board in all sports -- regardless of the season. More ...
CHARLES ALSTON, Graphic Correspondent |
CLUTCHING THE BALL
Franklinton’s Jalissa Debnam (with ball) is defended by Southern Nash’s Logan McNinch (5) during last Thursday’s basketall matchup at the historic FHS Gymnasium in Franklin County.
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SNHS STUDENT WINS DISTRICT ART CONTEST
Logan McNinch, 11th grade student at Southern Nash High School, was selected among hundreds of applicants to have her art showcased on the Nash-Rocky Mount Schools 2009 holiday greeting card. The card has circulated throughout the state of North Carolina and nationally. Pictured from left: Rosalie Bardin, Principal, Southern Nash High School; Logan McNinch, 11th grade art student at SNHS; Kim Foster, SNHS art teacher.
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