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The Mount Airy News

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Pilot Mountain man marks 100th birthday

Nov. 1 was a big day for Spencer “Pa” Nelson. One of many days the centenarian has experienced. That’s because many friends and family members gathered that day to celebrate his 100th birthday. He was born on Nov. 1, 1926, in Pilot Mountain, to Peter and Daisy Nelson. In late December 1943, he enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served as a gunner’s mate until September 1948. After leaving the Navy, Nelson returned home to Pilot Mountain, where he met the love of his life, Helen Bateman. The two were married on April 28, 1949, beginning a marriage that would last just shy of 69 years. In 1950, Spencer began working for McLean Trucking Company. He remained with the company for more than 35 years, until it closed in January 1986. The couple became members of Brims Grove Baptist Church in 1969. His faith and church family have remained an important part of his life, and he continues to be a faithful member today, family members said. “Celebrating 100 years of Spencer’s life was a special occasion for his family and friends,” they said. “The Nelson family would like to thank everyone who joined them in celebrating this

Pilot Mountain, NC · 2d

The Tribune

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Country ham a hit at new festival in Jonesville

Jonesville’s inaugural Slice of the Valley Country Ham festival brought in the crowds on Saturday at Lila Swaim Park. Fall colors, sunshine and blue skies set the backdrop for a delightful day of music, food and fun. Live music throughout the festival included local favorites None of the Above playing bluegrass tunes and Room to Walk jam band, as attendees milled about checking out the vendor booths and activities. Pig races drew onlookers and cheers at the event as well. Earlier in the day the humans got in the run fun with the Hog Run 5k on the Jonesville Greenway, with many participants dressed up as pigs for the race. Drawing lines throughout the day was the Foothills Meat Center booth which provided one free country ham biscuit to each attendee. The shop, located at 224 S. Bridge Street, which sponsored the festival, also had holiday gift boxes of country ham, hoop cheese and jam for sale. Town Council Member Regina Adkins said she was pleased to see the strong community involvement of those who “showed up and showed out” at the festival. Vendors were pleased with the turnout as well, a spokesperson for Classic Concessions said, “The Slice of

Jonesville, NC · 2d

sportscollectorsdigest.com

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Stadium seats from historic ballparks popular items for niche collectors, but buyer beware

Over the years I’ve written quite a few articles on classic ballparks and the numerous fixtures they left behind, such as seats, signs and turnstiles. These pieces, which were either sold directly to the public, temporarily relocated to other venues, or simply thrown out, now highlight the man caves of many collectors. They are the epitome of owning a piece of history, as they were used by countless fans and bore witness to great moments in American sports and entertainment.

Greensboro, NC · 1d
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Trapt Officially Sell Out 95-Capacity North Carolina Venue

Controversy-ridden rock band Trapt have reportedly sold out their upcoming performance at 158 On Main in Mooresville, NC, days ahead of the scheduled show. According to IndieOnTheMove, the venue has a maximum occupancy of 95 people. However, that figure accounts for everyone inside the building, not just ticket-holding concertgoers. After...

Mooresville, NC · 1d
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WSSU Choir Director Took Her Singers From Carnegie Hall to Austria

At Winston-Salem State University, D’Walla Simmons-Burke has spent decades building a choral program from the ground up — founding four of the five choral ensembles that now exist within the university’s Department of Music and leading her singers to some of the most storied stages in the country and overseas. Known to many simply as the force behind the Singing Rams, she has guided the group through performances at Carnegie Hall, the Grand Ole Opry and, according to university reporting, a planned 2026 tour of Austria.

Winston-Salem, NC · 3d

Finurah

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Bennett College Is Putting a Historic Harriet Tubman Painting on the Auction Block for $3.5M

A historic painting of Harriet Tubman, commissioned to inspire generations of young Black women, is heading to auction. The proceeds are expected to help secure […]

Greensboro, NC · 2d

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Aggie choir brings harmony to Lexington

Sunday evening the parking lot at First Reformed United Church of Christ was full and Uptown Lexington were full in anticipation of renowned The North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Choir. Cars lined both sides of the street, and every pew in the sanctuary was filled fast. The evening was presented by Faith and the Arts of Lexington, a newly formed group that brings the churches and the arts community of Lexington together.

Lexington, NC · 1d

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Making Art! East Iredell Elementary students inspire school’s new mural

A countdown of five, four, three, two, one brought cheers from East Iredell Elementary School students as they watched their ideas come to life in a colorful mural celebrating their school. Students, educators and community members gathered Wednesday morning for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and unveiling of the artwork, which added...

Statesville, NC · 23h

Salisbury Post

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Community Day features food, fellowship and a movie

SALISBURY — Dinner and a movie will be part of Community Day at Second Presbyterian Church. Scheduled for Nov. 14, the event will begin with a chicken and dumpling meal […]

Salisbury, NC · 22h

FOX8 News

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Randolph County historian preserves piece of local history

RANDOLPH COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A local historian is working to preserve and tell the history of the Poor House in Randolph County.  The original property was more than 200 acres. Today, it is about one acre off Caraway Mountain Road and is the final resting place of more than 400 people who lived at the […]

Randolph County, NC · 4d

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High Point Veterans Day Parade Rolls Downtown Sunday

Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. & Main St. — Downtown Intersection Street Scene. Downtown High Point will host the city's annual Veterans Day Parade Sunday afternoon, with the procession stepping off at 3 p.m. to honor local veterans. The parade is sponsored by American Legion Post 87 and VFW...

High Point, NC · 3d

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Jason lives! Friday the 13th director coming to Sanford for special screening

Spooky season may be over for 2026, but Spring Lane Cinemas is keeping the spirit alive in November with a film screening of a horror classic followed by a Q&A with the director. The theater will celebrate Friday, November 13 with a 7 p.m. showing of 1986’s Friday the 13th...

Sanford, NC · 3d

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This Giant North Carolina Bookstore Lets You Trade In Old Reads And Fill A Bag With Used Treasures

McKay’s in Mebane, North Carolina, is the kind of place that makes you feel like you’ve been doing everything wrong up until now. You’ve been buying new books at full price, letting old ones pile up on shelves, and wondering why your entertainment budget keeps disappearing. McKay’s...

Mebane, NC · 4d

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North Carolina · 21h

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The North Carolina Women’s College That Has Been Teaching Since Before America Had A President

In 1772, there was no President of the United States, no Constitution, and no country by that name at all. Yet in a small Moravian town in the North Carolina Piedmont, a school for girls and young women was already holding classes. That school never stopped. Today it is known...

Winston-Salem, NC · 5d

Salisbury Post

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Jingle and Mingle returns to Father and Son

For the fifth year in a row, Father and Son Produce on Sherrill’s Ford Road is sponsoring a pop-up holiday show: Jingle and Mingle. The event on Saturday, Nov. 7, […]

Salisbury, NC · 5d

Salisbury Post

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No more fore: No Divot offers indoor downtown Salisbury golf option

SALISBURY — Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night will stop Salisbury golfers now that No Divot, a new indoor golfing option, is open downtown. No Divot […]

Salisbury, NC · 3d

The Mount Airy News

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Plans for Christmas parade unfold

The annual Mount Airy Christmas Parade on Nov. 21 will feature the usual holiday floats, marching groups and sparkling lights, but also the added attractions of Jeff and Sheri Easter and a first-ever “sensory-friendly area.” The Easters, who lead a popular Southern gospel group and have ties to the legendary Easter Brothers locally, will serve as grand marshals for the parade scheduled for 5 p.m. that day through the downtown area. Meanwhile, a special area will be designated along the procession route to accommodate onlookers who are sensitive to loud noises. “Because we’ve had a few complaints about the sirens and everything,” Gail Hiatt of the sponsoring Downtown Business Association said of the sounds emanating from public safety vehicles in the parade along with horns and other loud noises. “We’ve never done this before,” Hiatt added regarding the quiet zone. Applications available The Christmas parade typically includes elaborate floats by local businesses, high school marching bands, fire trucks, unique vehicles, festive costumed characters, community organizations, sports teams, churches, local elected officials and others. And, of course, more than a few pieces of candy and other goodies will be tossed out by those riding in the parade. It is considered the

Mt Airy, NC · 5d