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Month: February 2016

Aedes aegypti, mosquito. Photo By Rafaelgilo (Own work) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons.
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Travel-Related Case of Zika Confirmed in NC

February 20, 2016 Kay Whatley

State Confirms Traveler Came Back with Zika On February 19, 2016, the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) announced the first case of Zika virus infection in an NC resident. The case was confirmed in […]

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Hootenanny Raises Funds for Hickory NC Soup Kitchen

February 20, 2016 Kay Whatley

Kyle and Friends Hootenanny on March 28, 2016:  Feeding Friendships in the Community Released by Natalie Stachon, Carolina Moon Hospitality Highland Avenue Restaurant is thrilled to host an astounding group of culinary professionals. The following participants are from the […]

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Puzzles Page: Feb 19, 2016

February 19, 2016 Kay Whatley

Click the link below to download the puzzles from this issue: 2016 Feb 19 online puzzles PDF from The Grey Area newspaper, www.greyareanews.com. Answers posted on next week’s puzzle page.

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Human Trafficking Awareness Day in Denver

February 19, 2016 Kay Whatley

Human Trafficking Awareness March Planned A march and demonstration is planned, organized by the Human Trafficking Task Force of Southern Colorado, to draw attention to the human trafficking issue in Colorado. Marchers will gather the morning […]

Fixed cat, happy cat. Photo Source: Frank Whatley Jr.
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Denver Dumb Friends League “Fixes” Cats Free on World Spay Day

February 17, 2016 Kay Whatley

Free Cat Spay/Neuter Clinics Released by Megan Rees, ddfl.org In honor of World Spay Day, the Dumb Friends League is offering free cat spay and neuter surgeries through its mobile clinics on Tuesday, February 23, 2016. […]

Photo Source: Denver Art Museum, denverartmuseum.org.
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Denver Art Museum Free on First Saturdays

February 17, 2016 Kay Whatley

Free First Saturdays at the Denver Art Museum offers local families and individuals access to the museum, while waiving the General Admission fee.  Museum access and many activities are available at no charge, including bilingual offerings. […]

Photo: Simpson United Methodist Church, Arvada CO. Source: simpsonumc.com.
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Arvada Church Festival Includes Japanese Doll Display

February 17, 2016 Kay Whatley

Simpson United Methodist Church’s annual Japanese Doll and Cultural Festival is scheduled for March 5-6, 2016. The festival is free and open to the public, held at Simpson United Methodist Church (UMC), 6001 Wolff Street, in Arvada CO. Each […]

2016 KidFest Flyer. Source: Brandy Hunter, Belk, Zebulon NC.
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Zebulon Belk Seeking Models for KidFest

February 15, 2016 Kay Whatley

Models Needed for the 2016 KidFest Children’s Fashion Show Belk is holding their annual KidFest and Belk stores — including the Belk in Zebulon — are seeking child models for the fashion show. Each spring, KidFest is […]

Love bags and cookies lined up before the Zebulon House Valentine event. Photo: Kay Whatley, greyareanews.com
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Zebulon House Valentine’s Event

February 14, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor The morning of February 13, 2016, was cold and crisp. Inside Zebulon House, the assisted living residents and seniors were warm and enjoying visits from sponsors and volunteers there to bring […]

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Puzzles Page: Feb 12, 2016

February 12, 2016 Kay Whatley

Click the link below to download the puzzles from this issue: 2016 Feb 12 online puzzles from The Grey Area newspaper, www.greyareanews.com. Answers posted on next week’s puzzle page.

Source: Colorado Office of Film, Television & Media.
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Colorado Office of Film, Television & Media Launches “Colorado Revealed” Video Contest

February 10, 2016 Kay Whatley

Entrants can win up to $15,000 in prizes and three Hateful 8 film strips provided by KODAK Released by Colorado Office of Film, Television, & Media When the world thinks of Colorado, what comes to mind? […]

Source: City Of Rocky Mount NC.
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Rocky Mount Residents Notified of Untreated Sewage Discharge

February 10, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Tameka Kenan-Norman, Public Affairs Manager, City of Rocky Mount NC On Thursday, February 4, 2016, and Friday, February 5, 2016, four sanitary sewer overflows (SSO) occurred as a result of saturated ground conditions and locally intense […]

Writers Retreat Location is Rolling View Community Building. Photo Source: Donna Campbell Smith, FCAC.
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Writers Retreat Offered in Raleigh

February 10, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Franklin County Arts Council’s Writers Guild has scheduled their annual Day Retreat, a getaway to allow writers to learn, network, and focus on writing. The 2016 retreat is scheduled for May 7, 2016; however, writers are […]

Zebulon United Methodist Church in Zebulon NC. Photo Source: ZebulonUMC Facebook.
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Zebulon Church Requests Donations for Flea Market, Bake Sale

February 10, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Zebulon United Methodist Women, at Zebulon United Methodist Church (UMC), is holding their annual Flea Market and Bake Sale on Saturday, March 5, 2016, from 7am until noon. Funds raised from flea market sales and […]

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Synthetic Oil Dealer Uses Experience, Educates Car Owners

February 9, 2016 Kay Whatley

AMSOIL “First in Synthetics” Since 1972 Contributed by Gerry Reid, AMSOIL Direct Jobber, Lubrication & Filtration Consultant, Zebulon NC Synthetic lubricants have been around since the early 30’s.  The Germans were the first big users during WWII, […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored (published Feb 5 2016)

February 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

Live Music (Fridays @ 7:30-10:30pm) Live music Fridays. At Showside Grill & Bakery, 102 N Pine Street, Spring Hope. Live Music Saturdays (Feb 20 @ 7pm) Live music some Saturday nights. At Westridge Grill, 3629 Sunset Ave, […]

Source: Nashville NC Chamber of Commerce.
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Call for Distinguished Citizen Nominations

February 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Jo Anne Cooper, Nashville Chamber of Commerce The Nashville Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for this year’s Distinguished Citizen of the Year Award. If you know of someone who has given back […]

Pat Kendrick with Love Bags packed for Zebulon House. Photo Source: Susan Aceti, Zebulon NC.
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Local Businesses Share the Love to Give Seniors Joy

February 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Inspired by a visit her mother made to a friend at a nursing home, Susan Aceti felt a need to do something to bring joy to the residents. She set a […]

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Chuckle of the Issue: Dinnertime

February 5, 2016 Kay Whatley

A boy asks his father, “Dad, are bugs good to eat?” “That’s disgusting,” his dad replies. “Don’t talk about things like that over dinner,” After dinner, the father asks, “Now, son, what did you want […]

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The Strange-ness: Dutch Enlist Eagles to Fight Drone Terrorism

February 5, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Guard From Above organization, based in The Netherlands, is working with the country’s Ministry of Security and Justice to protect their skies from hostile drones by sending eagles — large birds of prey — […]

2016 Shrimp Boil Flyer. Source: Nashville Chamber of Commerce, Nashville NC.
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Nashville Chamber Holds Shrimp Boil Fundraiser

February 5, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Jo Anne Cooper, Nashville Chamber of Commerce Announcing the 2nd Annual Nashville Chamber Shrimp Boil on March 24, 2016, 7-10pm, at Nash Community College’s Brown Auditorium, 522 N Old Carriage Road, in Rocky […]

Photo Source: "Crayones cera" by Jorge Barrios - Own work. Licensed under Public Domain via Commons - https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Crayones_cera.jpg#/media/File:Crayones_cera.jpg.
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Adult, Young Adult and Teen Programs at Braswell

February 5, 2016 Kay Whatley

Braswell Memorial Library is located at 727 N Grace Street, in Rocky Mount. For information on the young adult or teen (YA/T) programs, contact Scott Houston at 252.442.1951 x.257. For information on adult programs, contact […]

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FCAC Plans a Lively February

February 5, 2016 Donna Campbell Smith

By Donna Campbell Smith Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) is holding a variety of events during February. Each week brings a new opportunity to participate, learn, or enjoy local art and artists. February 6 @ […]

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Puzzles Page: Feb 5-29, 2016

February 5, 2016 Kay Whatley

Click the link below to download the puzzles from this issue: 2016 Feb 05 online puzzles from The Grey Area newspaper, www.greyareanews.com Answers posted on next week’s puzzle page.

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Water Everywhere, Nor Any Drop to Drink

February 4, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor In a recent interview by Stephen Colbert, Erin Brockovich’s brought to light that the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, is “just the tip of the iceberg” and a “national crisis.” During the […]

Source: The Carolina Theatre of Durham.
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Nevermore Film Festival Comes To Carolina Theatre Feb. 12-14

February 3, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Joe Student, Content Marketing & Media Relations, The Carolina Theatre of Durham, Inc.  Screening films from the frightening to the fantastic, the 17th Annual Nevermore Film Festival is scheduled for the Carolina Theatre of Durham from February […]

Source: Common Grounds Coffee and Music House.
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Annual Heart Strings Valentine’s Day Dinner in Bunn NC

February 3, 2016 Kay Whatley

Common Grounds Coffee & Music House’s second annual Valentines Day dinner is taking reservations. Planned for February 14, 2016, the evening includes special music, a catered dinner, and a romantic time. A popular event last year, this Second Annual […]

Source: Breckenridge Film Festival.
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Breckenridge Film Festival Issues Call for Entries

February 3, 2016 Kay Whatley

According to the Colorado Office of Film, Television, & Media (coloradofilm.org), the Call for Entries is open for the 2016 Breckenridge Film Festival, held each year in Breckenridge CO. Films will be accepted in traditional categories, […]

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