Nash County is one of five counties in North Carolina that will benefit from the distribution of Growing Rural Economies with Access to Technology (GREAT) grants to expand internet service across 69 counties across North Carolina.
NC Governor Roy Cooper recently announced recipients of $206 million in grants which includes CloudWyze, Inc., the internet provider which partnered with Nash County in 2018 to offer internet in underserved areas of the county.

The Nash County Arboretum is one of Nash County's best kept secrets but Nash County Commissioners are hoping to let the secret out.
Commissioners heard a presentation from Matt Stevens, Horticulture Agent with Nash County Cooperative Extension, on Monday regarding the Nash County Master Gardeners.

A local singer-songwriter, Chandler James, has announced the release of his newest single, "Long Haul" which debuts Friday, September 23.
James recently moved to Nashville, Tennessee and continues to record under BelleFire Records. His brand-new single was penned by Steve Dorff, Cliff Downs, and Michael Logen and also produced by Steve Dorff.

The Nash County Sheriff's Office is beefing up its highway enforcement after receiving a Governor's Highway Safety Program grant.
Nash County Commissioners approved the grant funding on Monday during the board's monthly meeting.
Major Allen Wilson presented information on the grant, asking commissioners to fund the county's portion.

Nashville's very own George's BBQ Sauce is in the running for the Coolest Thing Made in NC contest.

For the third year in a row, Georges's BBQ Sauce, made here in Nashville, has been nominated to be included in the Coolest Thing Made in NC contest. The contest is spearheaded by the NC Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the state's manufacturing community.
George's is one of 80 companies selected for this year's competition. The company made it to the top five the past two years.

A dedication ceremony will take place Friday, September 23 at 10 a.m. to celebrate the installation of our nation's Charters of Freedom at the Nash County Courthouse. The display includes our founding documents, the U.S. Constitution, Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights.
For more information call Nash County, 252-462-2436.

TACO Week Kick Off Party is Friday, September 23 at Stoney Creek Environmental Park. Outdoor games, free hotdogs and make your own smores. Archery is from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Outdoor movie, "Over the Hedge," is at 7:30 p.m. The event is offered by Nashville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources. For more information call 252-459-9796.

A Bicycle Rodeo will be held Saturday, September 24 from 9 a.m. - 12 noon for ages 6-12 at the Nash County Agriculture Center, 1006 Eastern Avenue, Nashville.
Participants will have the opportunity to win prizes.
The event is hosted by Nash County Recreaetion & Senior Services, Nash County Sheriff's Office, NC Cooperative Extension Office, Nash County 4-H/

Fugitive from justice reported at 11465 Hedgepeth Rd., Castalia on 9/13/22
DWI reported at 12138 Ward Rd., Whitakers on 9/11/22
Assault on female reported at 1220 Cathy Way, Rocky Mount on 9/14/22

Incidents:
Simple assault reported at 129 Sara Drive, Nashville on 9/16/22
Reckless driving reported at mile marker 461 exit US 64 W on 9/11/22

Nash Community College President Dr. Lew Hunnicutt, along with the Student Government Association, hosted students, faculty and staff at two campus-wide celebrations to honor the college's 55th birthday on September 7, 2022.
The North Carolina General Assembly passed the Community College Act in 1957 providing an avenue for local governing bodies to establish institutions in their own communities.

The Nash County Arts Council is now accepting applications for North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program subgrants through October 20th at 5p.m.
Since 1977, the North Carolina Arts Council's Grassroots Arts Program has provided North Carolina citizens access to quality arts experiences. Using a per capita based formula, the program provides funding for the arts in all 100 counties of the state through partnerships with local arts councils.

David Lee Richardson, Cynthia H. Richardson and Cynthia Harris Richardson to David Lee Richardson, Cynthia H. Richardson and Cynthia Harris Richardson; .741 acres in Mannings Township
The Woodgreen Company, LLC to Wood Green Development Company; 417 Bristol Court, Rocky Mount

The Nash County Nickels for Know-How Referendum will be held on Thursday, November 17, 2022 at the Nash County Ag Center, 1006 Eastern Ave, Nashville, which will be the official polling location.
The referendum is being held to let users and producers of feed or fertilizer decide if they wish to continue the self-assessment program.

Building Permit Commercial
Bryant Inscoe, 12021 US 64A, new construction; $950,000
Andrew Lew, 9274 Divers Rd., misc.; $12,000

American Legion Post 110 Ladies Auxiliary in Nashville sponsored two young ladies to attend the ALA Girls State which is a national program that includes a week of learning focused on responsible citizenship, leadership and love for God and country.

When I see an animal come into the Shelter with a big belly, I don't think pregnant (although sometimes it is), I think intestinal parasites. Hookworms, roundworms, tapeworms, giardia and coccidia are some of the more prevalent intestinal parasites that they can get. Roundworms are the most common one, babies can be born with them or ingest them with mother's milk.

"No testing has overtaken you that is not common to everyone. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tested beyond your strength, but with the testing he will also provide that way out so that you may be able to endure it." (I Corinthians 10:13)
Several years ago, I saw a friend who was greatly troubled. I watched him from the mezzanine on the second floor of the Sunday School building.

The youth of Red Oak Baptist Church volunteered with Sleep in Heavenly Peace in Rocky Mount on Saturday, September 17. The 18 youth/parents helped to make 100 beds for children in the area who do not have beds to sleep on. Sleep in Heavenly Peace is an organization that works to see that every child has a safe place to sleep.

Bill and Patsy Marshburn established The Marshburn Family College Support Fund at Nash Community College as a demonstration of their commitment to educational opportunities in Nash County. The college announced last week the naming of a popular student support area on its campus as the Bill and Patsy Marshburn Advising and Success Center.

Last week was tough.
I had to have a couple of teeth extracted. Luckily for me, they were spares in the back end of what some in the past have referred to as my "big mouth."
One was a wisdom tooth. I only had two to start with and my childhood dentist, the venerable Dr. Mullen, used to tell me I was a product of evolution.
"You've only got two and they don't seem to be causing a problem, but we can get them anyway if you want," he told me. "It's your call."

Even though those pesky Nash County gnats are buzzing around our face when outdoors and the warm, muggy temperatures seem to want to linger, autumn has arrived which means the calendar of events is about to explode in Nash County!
Dozens or more happenings are on the horizon for the coming weeks leading up to the holiday season.

This photo was taken of Raley Chevrolet in downtown Nashville in 1958. The building later served as Nashville's Fire Department. The building was demolished in 1996 for the expansion of county offices. Nash County's Administration Office now sits on the property.

Nash Arts welcomes EmiSunshine to its stage on Thursday, September 29 at 7:30 p.m. The event is part of its Nashville Showcase Series and is the Nash County Tourism Development Authority. Advance tickets are $20 general /$15 members. Day of show tickets are $25 general / $20 members. For more information contact Nash Arts 252-459-4734 or visit www.nasharts.org.

Black Diamond, the newest exhibit coming to Gravely Gallery at The Dunn Center, will inspire you to dig deeper into the old American past time--baseball. This solo exhibition, featuring over 20 works by artist Darryl Matthews, will run from September 22 - November 10, 2022. An opening reception will be held on Thursday, September 22 from 5:00-7:00 p.m.