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Vines' Christmas show shares gospel joy
FOUNTAIN — With all the spirit of an old-fashioned camp meeting and the energy of a high-octane nightclub, Alice Vines’ annual “Christmas Joy” event on Saturday afternoon proved it was well-named. Vines is known in the area as a pastor and key member of the Glorifying Vines Sisters, a gospel group that has been around so long, even with Alice’s tenure of 50 years, she considers herself a latecomer. The part-service, part-party has been held for a dozen years, Vines said, but typically had been in Farmville. This year, the R.A. Fountain General Store was the venue of choice, as it is on the same block as the show’s sponsor, the Music Maker Foundation. The foundation’s Denise Duffy greeted the audience with what proved to be mutual admiration. “All these artists have been helping us get our recording studio off the ground,” she said, referring to the musicians setting up to play. “I think you’ve got four generations of Vines singing in the family. I’d like to thank Fountain for being so welcoming of Music Maker.” Tim and Denise Duffy founded the nonprofit in 1994 to care for artists and preserve music that was being lost. Music Maker opened its
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The Crimestoppers On The Case
The Crimestoppers, part of the legendary Vines family of gospel musicians, have quietly become Music Maker Studio’s go-to backing vocal group. If you’ve heard anything recorded at the new studio in Fountain, North Carolina, chances are you’ve already heard them lending their voices to albums by fellow partner artists like Albert White and Leonard “Lowdown” Brown. Rooted in generations of eastern North Carolina gospel tradition, Anthony “Amp” Daniels, his daughter KeAmber Daniels, and niece Christy Moody come together here as a powerful vocal unit. On On The Case, the trio steps away from the sacred soul of their family groups and dives headfirst into straight-up soul, drawing from the spirit of Aretha Franklin, Sam Cooke, and The Staple Singers.
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Ashley McBryde Adds Eight Shows to Neon Steeple Residency in 2026
Ashley McBryde has extended her Redemption Residency into 2026, adding eight new performances at the Neon Steeple venue inside Chief's Bar. The shows continue the residency hosted at the fifth-floor performance space within Eric Church's downtown Nashville venue. The new 2026 dates are Jan. 22-23, Feb. 19-20, Mar. 19-20, and...
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Independent Wings and Burgers Spot Opening in Washington, NC
WASHINGTON, NC — Bridge Street Wing & Burger is preparing to open at 206 Bridge St, Washington, NC 27889, with owner Austin Bass targeting a mid-January debut. Bridge Street Wing & Burger is set up as a quick-service restaurant with counter ordering and an early emphasis on takeout. Bass said the team expects to be “to-go heavy” as it gets up and running.
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Native Fine Diner’s festive Chinese Christmas buffet returns
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Native Fine Diner will once again host its annual Chinese Christmas Dinner. A beloved tradition rooted in the joy of gathering around a shared table. The festive buffet will be offered during dinner service Dec. 23-24 and 26-27. Chinese buffet dinner menu: Starters Entrées & Sides Location: 907 Dickinson Avenue, Greenville, […]
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New Bern families make last-minute wishes to Santa
NEW BERN, N.C. (WITN) - In downtown New Bern, where the lights shine so bright, the Beary Merry Christmas brings pure magical delight. With elves on the shelves and a grinch in the mix, trees full of sparkle and ornament tricks. The festive event turns Bear Plaza so grand, into...
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Carolina Museum of the Marine nears completion, set to open in spring 2026
The Carolina Museum of the Marine in Jacksonville is taking shape. News 12 visited visited the museum and has a look at some of the exhibits being constructed. The Carolina Museum of the Marine is almost ready. With most of the building now complete putting together the exhibits is last on the to do list. We got to take a tour of what's completed and walk through what visitors will see come spring 2026.
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Overflow Cafe receives $3,000 grant to support Blessing Shed food pantry
Overflow Cafe has received a $3,000 grant from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help provide food and essential items to people facing food insecurity. According to Overflow Cafe, the funding was awarded through the foundation’s Nourishing Our Neighbors grant program, which supports community partners working to increase access to nutritious food and provide nutrition education.
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Here’s a list of New Year’s Eve events going on in ENC
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Santa Paws parade delights New Bern with Christmas costumes and community spirit
Over 100 dogs and their owners took to the streets of downtown New Bern for the 19th annual Santa Paws parade on Saturday. Many of dogs had Christmas themed outfits to wear and got to get lots of love from everyone attending. Its a great way to socialize with the...
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Animal rescue brings holiday cheer to Greenville community adoption event
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Legacy of Howard 'music man' Matthews lives on in New Bern through heartfelt stories
New Bern's, beloved music man, Howard Matthews was laid to rest Saturday morning. he died December 12th at the age of 69, and the funeral service was held at the Jasper G. Hayes omega center off cedar street. He loved us and he knew without a day that we loved...
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Lenoir Community College Foundation Performing Arts Announces First-Ever Season Ticket Packages for 2026
The Lenoir Community College Foundation Performing Arts (LCCFPA) program is introducing season tickets for the first time, offering patrons a new way to experience the full slate of performances planned for 2026.
The Daily Reflector
Community experiences some 'Winter Wonder' in Winterville
WINTERVILLE — The Winter Wonder event in Winterville brought the community out en masse last week for holiday fun and excitement in what organizers said is one of the town’s most anticipated events. Winter Wonder included the town’s parade, Christmas Market and and tree-lighting celebration. Diane White, director of Winterville Parks and Recreation, said more than 80 units participated in the annual Christmas parade, a centerpiece of the Dec. 13 celebration. “It’s a great opportunity for everybody to come out and enjoy the festivities and see the different floats and vehicles, and we even had some vehicles from our public works and electric department, our Town Council and some of our volunteer boards,” said White. The parade began at 2 p.m. with the South-Central High School U.S. Army JROTC leading the procession, followed by this year’s grand marshal, Jesse Riggs of the Winterville Historical and Arts Society. “It was an honor to serve as this year’s grand marshal riding in the Winterville Historical and Art Society’s 1923 Model T,” said Riggs. “We also have a wonderful Back in Time Christmas display at the Winterville Museum with our 1940s Christmas room, our 1901 kitchen and our working vintage 1950s model train
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Grifton Christmas parade 'Spreads Mo' Joy' to community
GRIFTON — Queen Street was full of holiday cheer as the Spread Mo’ Joy Christmas Parade kicked off the holiday season in Grifton with more festivities for the occasion. The Grifton Shad Festival Committee has overseen the event for the past couple of years, and the festivities have has continued to grow under its stewardship. This year the afternoon event took place on Dec. 6. The Ayden-Grifton High School JROTC opened the parade, followed by Grifton’s Town Manager Dylan Haman, who was this year’s grand marshal. There were more than 50 units in the parade procession, including local businesses, churches, community members and, of course, students from local schools and surrounding areas, as well as local first responders from the Grifton Volunteer Fire Department, police department and EMS. The Ayden-Grifton Marching Chargers are always front and center for parades in Grifton, bringing that good old Charger pride, and the Greene Central Marching Band always puts on a good show. Grifton School students are the heartbeat of the community, with appearances from the Grifton Bulldog Cheerleaders as well as the Grifton Chorus. The pageant queens were poised and regal riding in convertible cars, with appearances from Miss Grifton 2025 Abigail Morgan,
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There's still time to take in Christmas events
Twas the week before Christmas and across the Twin Counties, folks were searching for events in hopes they wouldn’t miss out on last-minute holiday jollies. Today and in the days leading up to Christmas, area residents can still find a few fun ways to celebrate. The options for those looking for something festive to do are limited but can be found in the lead-up to Christmas. BoxHause, located at 577 Tarrytown Center in Rocky Mount, is holding an hour-long pajama yoga session with Santa at 9 a.m. today. An online invitation notes that yogis of all levels are welcome and that participants should come wearing their coziest pajamas and should bring their yoga mats for the fun and festive yoga session. After the yoga session, there will be cookies, warm apple cider and Santa might have a surprise in store as well. The event is free for BoxHause members. Tickets for non-members are $13.35 and available online at the eventbrite.com website. The Nash County Arts Council in Nashville is presenting a special holiday acoustic performance with Chandler James and Meredith Davis Johnson from 7 to 9 p.m. this evening. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. Advance tickets are $13 general
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Happenings: Events, activities and community announcements
Email announcements at least two weeks in advance to community@reflector.com for publication in The Standard and The Daily Reflector. Reverse Raffle Doors open at 7 p.m. for the fourth annual Grifton Shad Festival Reverse Drawing at the Grifton Train Depot, 485 Queen St. The event features a traditional New Year’s dinner and drinks for two with the thrill of a $10,000 grand prize drawing. A total of 325 tickets are available for $100 each, $70 if purchased at griftonshadfestival.com. Emcee John Moore will lead the event. Call Tyra Sparrow at 252-531-9085 or Tommy Sugg at 252-560-7828. Proceeds support the festival. Computer class Pitt Community College Continuing Education will be offering a computer technology awareness class from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays from Jan. 7 to Feb. 11 in Room 104 of the Clifton W. Everett Building, 1986 Pitt Tech Road, Winterville. Learn the essentials of PC operation and get hands-on experience with Microsoft Word. Fee is $125; a fee waiver is available for those who qualify. Register by calling 252-493-7551 or email kddavis728@my.pittcc.edu. Old Christmas Tea The Winterville Historical and Arts Society will host its annual Old Christmas Tea from 3-5 p.m. on Jan. 11 at the Winterville Museum in