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Gary Cordon leads congregations in two Bertie County towns
Galvanizing direction often flows from pulpit to congregation thanks to the minister standing behind said pulpit. The word pulpit has Latin roots with meanings and connotations of a stage or platform. In the Christian tradition, pulpits were raised so that the preacher — and to a lesser extent, the choir and lay readers — could be clearly seen and heard by those gathered to receive a message meant to inspire. ...
Winton couple featured in national magazine
(Editor’s Note: The March 2024 cover of a national magazine – WoodMenLife – featured a Hertford County couple and their story of preparing for financial security after reaching retirement age. That story is as follows, published with permission of WoodmenLife Magazine.) When member Bessie Pierce thought about retiring, she planned for somewhere between ages 62 […] The post Winton couple featured in national magazine appeared first on The Roanoke-Chowan News-Herald.
Superintendent addresses student protest at BHS
Last week’s disruption at Bertie High School was billed as a protest sparked by the termination of former head football Coach Darius Wesson. While originally tight-lipped on whether the event happened, officials confirmed the incident occurred and issued a statement addressing the disturbance the following day. “Yesterday, May 7, at Bertie High School, students protested to express their dissatisfaction with a post on Facebook written by Coach Darius Wesson regarding...
Colerain Farmers Market opens
Last year, there were whispers Al Snyder and his Colerain Farmers Market may have a tough go of it. The fabric of the town may not be ready for such an endeavor were the thoughts of some on the street. Last Saturday, Colerain came to life as Snyder celebrated his second season opener to a thankful crowd of market goers. ...
Aulander announces rate hikes for property tax, sewer, and trash to sustain services
Town of Aulander residents will be seeing higher tax rates beginning July 1, 2024, according to a letter sent to residents. The increases will apply to property tax, sewer, and trash rates. After thorough assessment and consideration of the town's financial needs, the Town Council has determined that these increases...
Northampton County teacher selected 2024-25 Kenan Fellow
RALEIGH – The Kenan Fellows Program for Teacher Leadership at NC State University announced on May 7 the K-12 educators from North Carolina public schools who have been selected as 2024-25 Kenan Fellows. Treba Howard, a teacher at Northampton County High School, was one of the 38 recipients chosen from across North Carolina. These educators, […] The post Northampton County teacher selected 2024-25 Kenan Fellow appeared first on The Roanoke-Chowan News-Herald.
Older American Month events continue
Older American Month events are continuing in the county throughout the month of May. The Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church is hosting a Medicaid Expansion Enrollment event on Sunday, May 19, immediately following services, and the Bertie County Council on Aging has a slate of events scheduled. “We are looking forward to a large turnout for our Medicaid Expansion sign-up event. This is a very important part of staying healthy...
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