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• Richard Henry Taylor, 37, was arrested on May 21 and charged with felony possession with intent to sell and deliver marijuana, and felony maintain a vehicle/dwelling/place for a controlled substance. Bond was set at $7,000 secured, and a July 3 court appearance in Warren County was scheduled. • Brett...
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...
Jackson-Feild hosts prom
Jackson-Feild Behavioral Health Services hosted a magical and memorable prom night on May 31st, 2024, providing students with an evening filled with elegance, fun, and lasting memories. The event took place on campus in our gym, which was transformed into a dazzling setting. The prom began with students arriving in...
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.
New officers installed
GFWC Warrenton Woman’s Club installed its new executive committee of club officers at the May 16 meeting. The 2024-2026 club officers are, pictured from the left, President Sherry Thompson, Vice President Debbie Siller, Secretary Lisa Zweben, and Treasurer Karen Kelley.
Treats for teachers
On May 29, the Warren County Memorial Unit 547 Ladies Auxiliary provided sweet treats for the teachers/staff at Mariam Boyd Elementary School. As the school year comes to a close, the Ladies Auxiliary wanted to show appreciation to the teachers for their dedication and hard work during the year. Pictured, from the left, are Arnetra Terry, Ladies Auxiliary President Mary Terry and Jo Anne Heaven.
Six Hampton Roads high schools clinch state titles: here's the roundup from championship Saturday
HENRICO, Va. — Out of the seven Hampton Roads teams vying for state titles on Saturday, six brought home the hardware as local high schools well represented the 757 in the VHSL state tournament from Henrico. Class 5 girls soccer saw a beach district showdown between Kellam and First...
Clubwoman of the Year
GFWC Warrenton Woman’s Club presented its “Clubwoman of the Year” award to Patty McHenry at its May 16 meeting. McHenry, who has served as the club’s vice president the past four years, was recognized for her leadership skills and ability “to get the job done.” Pictured, from the left, are Marion Richards, McHenry, and Linda Rivers.
City of Emporia passes FY25 budget
The city of Emporia has adopted its budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025 which is set to take effect July 1, 2024. The general fund totals $34,973,202 and the utility fund budget totals $18,324,759 for an operating budget of nearly $53,300,000. The budget for fiscal year 2023-2024 amounted to a significantly smaller $35,000,000.
Runners pass the torch for Special Olympics
Robert “Do Right” Dudley has been running the Emporia Police Department’s Torch Run for 25 years. At 68 years old, he runs about four days a week, averaging 3-4 miles on a weekday and an even 10 every Saturday. He first started running when he was 40 years old and never looked back.
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