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The incident was reported just before 1:35 p.m. at the N. Wesleyan Boulevard and Jeffrey’s Road intersection, according to a news release from the Rocky Mount Police Department.

Ruckus & Redemption in Wilson, NC, is a really nice place to eat. They have a mix of traditional American food and creative dishes. Their food options, a showcase of innovative cooking, consist of:

William Harrison said he felt like a kid on Christmas morning when all the Yuletide lights in place were activated Friday evening in a ceremony at City Lake Park. “Everything brightened up,” Harrison said. The city of Rocky Mount in 2021 started positioning creative lights in time for Christmas at City Lake Park, which is off Sunset Avenue and just south of the Tar River. Some of the lights in...

The Nash County Detention Center is just weeks away from moving inmates into a newly renovated section of the jail. The renovations have been in the works since 2021. They were begun after a series of escapes and a North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services report that found the jail unsafe.

Edgecombe County is the most distressed and Currituck County the least in new tier designations for North Carolina's 100 counties, the N.C. Department of Commerce says. The three-level designation system is based on four factors using a 1-100 scale: average unemployment rate, median household income, percentage growth in population and adjusted property tax base per capita. Counties are ranked from 1-100, from most to least distressed, then arranged in tiers...

Democrat Mark Osterhout recently announced his candidacy to run for a District Court judge seat in the 2024 elections. District 7 comprises Nash, Edgecombe and Wilson counties. Osterhout is a partner in the Fields and Cooper law firm of Nashville. Osterhout, 62, has been a practicing attorney for 27 years, with experience in criminal court serving as both a prosecutor and defense attorney. His experience includes two years in the...

Newer entertainment for all ages in Wilson, North Carolina. Capps Entertainment is sure to have what you are looking for!. They have Cornhole, Axe throwing, Blacklight mini golf, Mini bowling, and more.

The city of Wilson, North Carolina is hosting another information session, which will be on the proposed sports and recreation complex planned in the downtown Wilson area. The session will be held Tuesday, December 12th, 2023, from 4:30 p.m. until 6 p.m. at 316 Douglas Street, Wilson, North Carolina. You will be able to talk with the project architects, developers, and the city team in charge of the project. There will be self-paced information stations which will include the stadiums' layout and construction, master development plans, and private development overviews. The Team members will be on-site and available to answer questions that you may have concerning this project. There will be no formal presentation during this session and is being held as a drop-in style event.

Jet and A.J. Hatu were having a blast in front of the Hobby Lobby in Rocky Mount last week. With a pair of blue aprons, two pocket-sized bells and a red kettle behind them, the local entrepreneurs were on hand to support the Salvation Army’s seasonal effort to help those in need — and every few minutes they were greeting old friends they hadn’t seen in a while. The Nash, Edgecombe and Wilson Salvation Army has kicked off its campaign of stationing bell ringers around...

The C. Bruce Rose Plaza Apartments, formerly Tasman Towers, have sat empty since residents were moved out starting in 2019 due to poor conditions. The Wilson Housing Authority has been working to redevelop the space ever since. Wilson Housing Authority President Kelly Vick said the HA has only been able to gather half of the funding that is needed for the project.

FAYETTEVILLE — The Northern Nash High School football team proved it could move the ball on offense against Seventy-First in the Class 3A East Regional final on Friday. The Knights just couldn’t get off the field on third down (and on two occasions, fourth down). By the time they did, it was too late. As a result, the Falcons ended Northern’s season with a 50-36 triumph on their home field,...

--- In this article, we will explore three delightful donut shops in Rocky Mount. Have you had the chance to visit any of them yet? If you have, we would love to hear about your experiences in the comments section below!

Steve Pridgen won't deny sneaking a peek to see what kinds of toys have been dropped off in a trio of Toys for Tots boxes stationed at Pridgen Tire & Auto Center in the 3500 block of Sunset Avenue. “I peek in there and just imagine a young kid playing with it,” Pridgen said. “And if they're stuffed animals, I try to put them towards the top looking out so people see that — and that kind of tugs at the heartstrings a little bit...

Have you heard of the, "A Heart for God Bible & Christian Book Store?" The Christian book store is located right here in Wilson, North Carolina in the downtown district, located at 114 Nash St, Wilson, North Carolina, 27893.

Smith's Restaurant in Rocky Mount, NC, is a great place to eat. It has a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. Their menu has a wide range of traditional American food, especially delicious breakfasts and lunches. Here are a few things that stood out:

I recently went to Which Wich in Tarboro, NC, and they had a delicious change from their regular sandwich menu. Although they are famous for their sandwiches, I was happily amazed by the other food options they have on their menu.

The December 4, 2023, regular meeting of the Edgecombe County Board of Commissioners will be held in the. Jonathan Felton Commissioners Room, located on the 2nd floor of the County Administration Building at. 201 St. Andrew St., Tarboro, NC 27886 at 7:00 PM. The public may also watch the meeting...

According to the sheriff's office, Sgt. Parker is one of few to retire from law enforcement under the age of 50.

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Sunday is $3.243, a week ago the price is $3.253 , according to AAA.

🎁🎄 Get ready for a unique holiday experience! The "Holiday Gifts in a Jar" workshop is coming up and it's perfect for those struggling to find the ideal gift for the person who has everything.