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Stein wants to address economic issues if elected governor
N.C. Attorney General Josh Stein said Wednesday in a Rocky Mount church that if he is the next governor, North Carolina’s current minimum wage is going to have to be raised — and he also is promising to shepherd through a tax cut for working families and to seek greater pay for public school teachers. Stein was campaigning at Word Tabernacle Church, launching what his campaign team calls “Faith Leaders for Stein.” Stein also used a podium in a room at the church to speak...
Family Movie Night returns to Warrenton
Family Movie Night will return to Warrenton on Saturday, May 18, at sundown on Courthouse Square, located at 109 S. Main St., Warrenton. The event is hosted by the Town of Warrenton. Saturday's featured movie will be "Wonka." Popcorn and drinks will be sold. Movie attendees are encouraged to bring...
Titus Strong: Foundation funds research into rare disease that claimed baby's life before it began
The loss of a child is the worst thing any parent could go through. A Zebulon couple who found themselves in the midst of that grief started a foundation in their son's honor to raise awareness of the disease they hope to cure.
Town police investigate gunfire during Blooming Festival; one teen charged
Two juveniles were apprehended and one of them is charged with criminal offenses in connection with gunfire on Saturday night in downtown Nashville amid the 2024 Nashville Blooming Festival, town police said on Monday. Shortly after 8 p.m. Saturday, officers who were working security at the event reported shots having been fired in the area behind the Nash County Detention Center, Deputy Police Chief David Boykin said in an email. ...
Proposed timeline for passing city budget put on hold by council
Residents wanting to know what the specifics are in the city’s proposed operating budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year are going to have to wait a bit longer. During the City Council’s work session on Monday afternoon, the council majority informally agreed not to hear a proposed budget presentation from City Manager Keith Rogers Jr. at the council’s regular meeting held later that evening. Instead, there is going to be...
WCHS Class of 2024 honored during Senior Night
Warren Early College High School’s Class of 2024 was recognized and celebrated at Senior Night on May 7. The Senior Class is small but mighty and packed with intellect, endurance and drive as reflected in the number of honors and recognitions received that evening. Many scholarships were presented, including...
Shelter for 121 Motel residents closed
HENDERSON — On Tuesday, the city, county and state wrapped up operations at the temporary shelter set up at the former Eaton-Johnson Middle School for the 150-some folks displaced by the closure of 121 Motel. The move was in full swing by around noon. Of the 40 families that...
Bridgestone Donates $100,000 to Boys & Girls Club of Haliwa-Saponi Tribe
Bridgestone Retail Operations a subsidiary of Bridgestone Americas, surprised Hollister area youth and families on May 8 when they announced a $100,000 donation to Boys & Girls Club of Haliwa-Saponi Tribe to fund technology upgrades and vehicle fleet maintenance. The donation is part of the Bridgestone Driving Great Futures initiative,...
Tackle the Tar ready to rumble this weekend
Rocky Mount’s 2024 Tackle the Tar 5k Obstacle Course Race and Family Fun Night is fast approaching — and the event’s founder said that about 700 had signed up so far to participate in the contest on Saturday morning. Kristen Brabble said in a phone interview Monday afternoon that she believes the record for the 5k obstacle course race maybe was 800 and that, “We’ll get really close to that.” ...
Dwayne L. Barnes: DEI vital to educational institutions
As a staunch advocate for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in education, I cannot overstate the crucial role these initiatives play in shaping the futures of all students. DEI is more than a set of policies — it’s a commitment to creating a learning environment that respects and values every student’s unique background and perspective. In sharing my insights, I aim to underline the significance of DEI initiatives and discuss the potentially detrimental impact of their absence. Diversity in our schools does much more than...
Musicians to be honored
Hope And Deliverance Ministry of Norlina will be having an appreciation service for their two musicians, Demonte Chavis and Anthony Hargrove, Jr. on Saturday, May 18, beginning at 2 p.m. It will take place at the Warren County High School, located at 149 Campus Dr., Warrenton. Admission is $5 per...
Ripe for Revival bus to be stationed outside hospital during health event
A Rocky Mount-based nonprofit organization that deploys mobile markets throughout the region to provide on-site pay-what-you-can grocery stores will have one of its large buses stationed on the grounds of UNC Health Nash later this week as part of a wellness event. The plan is for Ripe for Revival to have a mobile market on site from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday at the gravel parking area on the southeast side of the hospital grounds, said Jonathan Tyndall, who is the operations manager for the nonprofit...
Families, local residents see Blooming Festival as a long, fond tradition
NASHVILLE — Jerry Bryant brought his children to the Blooming Festival every year, and they’d always watch the parade from the same place. “We lived on Cedar Street, and we’d walk over to the same exact spot every year,” said Bryant’s daughter, Arnesha Kirtz. “This was his favorite spot to watch. “He died four years ago, and we’re still coming here, celebrating.” ...
Area students awarded scholarships from The Links
Two area students have been awarded the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Scholarship given annually by the Wilson-Rocky Mount-Tarboro Chapter of The Links. Jade Brown, a student at South Central High School in Greenville, and Patrice McGrue, a student at Rocky Mount High School were recognized for dedication to their studies and contributions to their respective school communities. Brown aspires to become a physician therapist, aiming to impact the collegiate or professional level. McGrue has plans to become a pediatric nurse to provide quality health care and support children with medical needs. Both will attend North Carolina Central University in Durham in the fall. The scholarship is awarded to exceptional high school students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and community commitment.
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