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Republican U.S. Rep. Greg Murphy leads Democrat Raymond Smith by 233 votes in North Carolina’s 3rd Congressional District as election officials in Lenoir, Greene and Jones counties prepare to review provisional ballots and verify the results of the Nov. 3 midterm election.
The road to the championship leads to Rocky Mount, and the Twin Counties are preparing to welcome a new chapter in collegiate athletics. The Rocky Mount Event Center will hold the 47th Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Volleyball Tournament, Monday through Wednesday, bringing championship-level competition to downtown Rocky Mount and creating an exciting opportunity for the entire region to showcase its hospitality, businesses and growing presence in sports tourism. Admission to the tournament is free. “The CIAA is thrilled to bring our volleyball championship to Rocky Mount,” said Jacqie McWilliams-Parker, commissioner of the CIAA. “We appreciate the city’s partnership and warm hospitality as we celebrate the incredible talent of our student-athletes and the spirit of CIAA athletics. We look forward to an exciting championship that brings our fans and communities together and creates lasting memories. Thank you, Rocky Mount, for welcoming the CIAA family.” The CIAA announced the seeding for this year’s tournament earlier this week. Elizabeth City State is No. 4 seed and follows Fayetteville State (No. 1), Virginia State (No. 2) and Livingstone College (No. 3). For Rocky Mount, the significance of holding the championship extends well beyond the volleyball court. With visitors expected to stay in area hotels,
Kinston’s annual Christmas tree lighting will move from Pearson Park to the steps of the Lenoir County Courthouse this year. Downtown Kinston Revitalization will hold the ceremony at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, with music, s’mores and free hot chocolate to follow at the park.
Johnston County commissioners delayed action on a proposed development ordinance while backing conservation easements to preserve two farms.
