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Modular C coming this fall to S.P. Morton
There will be expanded space for elementary school instruction this fall with the opening of a third modular behind S.P. Morton Elementary School. The Franklin City School Board voted 5-0 on May 16 to enter into a contract with Nadler Modular in the amount of $912,120 for the design, build and installation of Modular C, […] The post Modular C coming this fall to S.P. Morton appeared first on The Tidewater News.
End of School blast planned June 15
The beginning of summer is going to be a blast and to make sure of it, Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church Health and Wellness Ministry is hosting an ‘End of School Year Blast’ on Saturday, June 15. Parents and students in grades kindergarten through 12 from all of Bertie and Hertford county schools are invited to attend. Motivation messaging, gospel entertainment, praise dancing, healthy meal boxes and incentive gifts will...
With cowboy hat, sheriff spurs new look
WINDSOR, NC — What started out as a costume accessory for a Christmas party has grown into a full-blown fashion statement for Bertie County Sheriff Tyrone Ruffin. Ruffin started donning a cowboy hat and boots around the beginning of the year, saying he liked the attention the western attire commanded as he carried out his law enforcement responsibilities. “It’s a funny story of how I started wearing the cowboy hat...
Roanoke Rapids man found with gun, marijuana after trying to rob ex-girlfriend, Halifax County deputies say
ROANOKE RAPIDS, N.C. (WNCN) – A Roanoke Rapids man is facing several charges after deputies said he robbed his ex-girlfriend before leading law enforcement on a chase in Halifax County. According to the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded at around 10:15 a.m. Thursday to a business on Bolling...
Southampton County’s $83.66M FY25 budget adopted
The Southampton County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 on Tuesday, June 4, to adopt the $83.66 million fiscal year 2025 county budget, which features real estate and personal property tax rates of 71 cents and $5, respectively, per $100 of assessed value. Only five votes were cast on the budget because Northeast District Supervisor Christopher […] The post Southampton County’s $83.66M FY25 budget adopted appeared first on The Tidewater News.
3rd annual Juneteenth celebration event
HAMILTON, N.C. (WITN) - The 3rd annual Juneteenth celebration event is kicking off this weekend. Saturday, June 15th from 11 am-5 pm at the Hamilton Ball Park, 301 S. Front St, Hamilton, NC. The 3rd annual event will be jam-packed with plenty of activities like our grill master competition, live...
North Carolina state senate candidate Tare ‘T’ Davis receives warm reception
Tare ‘T’ Davis is no stranger to Lake Gaston residents who know him as a third-term Warren County Commissioner serving the lake area. His territory of being well known expands well past the Warren County boundary. Davis was in familiar territory during his recent North Carolina District 2 State Senate fundraiser at the Weldon Mills Theater in Roanoke Rapids.
Lake Gaston Association inducts new Directors during Saturday meeting
The Lake Gaston Association inducted four new officers and selected another to serve a fourth term during its annual meeting Saturday at Lake Gaston Baptist Church. John Cataldo, a seasoned leader, will continue his service on the LGA Board, representing Brunswick County. With a wealth of experience, Cataldo has guided the LGA in various roles, including a successful tenure as president.
Chowan University student wins undergraduate research award
A senior at Chowan University is in the rare company of being an award-winning researcher. Recently, the N.C. Independent Colleges & Universities announced the names of students selected as recipients of the prestigious 2024 Undergraduate Research Award. Among them was Ronaldo Williams, a biology major from Kingston, Jamaica, who is also a member of the men’s lacrosse team at the university. ...
Franklin competes in state track and field meet
Franklin High School’s Outdoor Track and Field girl’s 4X100 relay team brought home third place at the VHSL Class 1 State Track and Field Championships at James Madison University on May 31 and June 1, 2024. Ayarni Benn also finished in fourth in the 100 Meters Dash. The post Franklin competes in state track and field meet appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Capron Elementary School visits Norfolk Zoo
Pre-Kindergarten students at Capron Elementary School recently visited the Norfolk Zoo with their teachers, Ms. Davis and Miss Pat Vincent. The children learned about animals and their habitats and had lots of educational fun. Pictured from left, Front row, Ryan Lucas, Linda Tupea, Jameson Ferguson, Calliope Granger, Ava Duck, Maghnus Mathis, Kamryn Dowd, Derrick Barham, […] The post Capron Elementary School visits Norfolk Zoo appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Franklin Police searching for missing teen
The City of Franklin Police Department announced Thursday afternoon, June 6, that it was looking for a missing juvenile — 17-year-old Auna Butts. Butts is described in the FPD news release as a Black female, 5 feet 4 inches in height, weighing 160 pounds. The release stated that Butts was last known to be in […] The post Franklin Police searching for missing teen appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Free showing of Juneteenth documentary to be held at Tabernacle Baptist Church
On Tuesday, June 18, the African American Museum of History and Culture will partner with Tabernacle Baptist Church to host a screening of the documentary, “Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom,” produced by Our Daily Bread Ministries. While the showing is part of a seven-day enrichment program for Gaston children...
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