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Month: February 2018

Source: Town of Wendell, North Carolina.
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Wendell NC Hosts Various Community Events in March 2018

February 28, 2018 Kay Whatley

The Town of Wendell, North Carolina, located in eastern Wake County, will be the site of a variety of family-friendly events during the month of March. In addition to town-organized events, local organizations have Spring […]

NC Public Schools report released for 2016-17.
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NC Public Schools Report Details Crimes, Suspensions, Punishments in 2016-17

February 28, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

Dropout Rate Up Slightly North Carolina public schools reported fewer overall incidences of crime and violence during the 2016-17 school year from the previous year, continuing a long-term decline in numbers of offenses, according to […]

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AGU Testimony Given on Ending Harassment in Science

February 27, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

Early on February 27, 2018, American Geophysical Union (AGU) Executive Director and CEO Chris McEntee delivered testimony before the House Subcommittee on Research and Technology during a hearing entitled “A review of Sexual Harassment and […]

New Hanover County NC seal
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New Hanover County’s School Safety Roundtable on Mar. 1 will Be Televised

February 27, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

New Hanover County (NHC) Board of Commissioners Chairman Woody White is convening a School Safety Roundtable on Thursday, March 1, 2018 from 12:30 to 2pm, to discuss the safety of New Hanover County Schools (NHCS). […]

Source: NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
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Grant Funding Available for NC Agritourism Farms

February 27, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

Application Deadline is March 9, 2018 at 5pm North Carolina farms that welcome visitors can take advantage of the 2018 Agritourism Marketing Cost-Share Grant available through the NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Said […]

Music In The Mill logo. Source: Natalie Stachon, Carolina Moon Hospitality
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The Lone Bellow Performs at Music in The Mill on Apr. 13

February 27, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

The Music In The Mill series welcomes The Lone Bellow on April 13, 2018. The ticketed performance will take place at The Crossings at Hollar Mill, 883 Highland Avenue SE, Hickory, North Carolina. It’s been six […]

Things To Do in NC When You're Bored. Source: The Grey Area News, Zebulon NC.
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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — Mar. 1-4, 2018

February 26, 2018 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor This list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond (Inner Coastal Plains-Five County area of Eastern NC). While most listed events are free […]

Afternoon Tea with Marti King postcard. Source: Franklin County Arts Council, Franklinton, North Carolina
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Milk Or Sugar? Afternoon Tea with The Artist Is Mar. 17

February 23, 2018 Kay Whatley

Franklin County Arts Council’s next “Afternoon Tea with The Artist” series event is Saturday, March 17, 2018, 3-5pm. At this free event, visit with artist Marti King and view her recent works.  There will be a display of […]

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New Hanover County NC Offering CERT Training for County Residents

February 23, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

Learn what to do in a disaster and how to help your family and neighbors New Hanover County residents are encouraged to register for the upcoming Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training, which begins Thursday, March 15, […]

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Public Invited to Sign Book of Condolences for Rev. Billy Graham at NC State Capitol

February 23, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has ordered a Book of Condolences to be placed at the State Capitol for members of the public to sign in remembrance of Reverend Billy Graham. The book rests on […]

Farmer harvesting industrial hemp. Source: NC Industrial Hemp Association, ncindhemp.org
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NC Industrial Hemp Commission Next Public Meeting (Conference Call/Online) is Mar. 6

February 23, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

North Carolina’s Industrial Hemp Commission has scheduled its next public meeting. As with previous meetings, the public may join via telephone conference call or online meeting link. The purpose of this Tuesday, March 6, 2018 […]

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Puzzles Page:  February 23, 2018

February 23, 2018 Kay Whatley

Click the link below to download this week’s puzzles. 2018 February 23 — online puzzles PDF — from The Grey Area News site, greyareanews.com Answer to the Cryptogram posted on next week’s puzzle page.  

Things To Do in NC When You're Bored. Source: The Grey Area News, Zebulon NC.
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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — Feb. 22-25, 2018

February 20, 2018 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor This list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond (Inner Coastal Plains-Five County area of Eastern NC). While most listed events are free […]

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Police Department Schedules Additional Dates for “Chat with the Chief”

February 20, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

The Rocky Mount, North Carolina police department has scheduled four new locations for their Chat with the Chief initiative. During Chat with the Chief, residents can personally meet their police chief and his command staff. […]

The Grey Area News reporter in Shades of Grey
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Shades of Grey: Business Issues

February 20, 2018 Kay Whatley

Some situations are viewed in black and white; right and wrong. Yet, many people think situations also have a grey area where solutions are not so easily discerned. This is not just about the choices […]

The Imperial Centre for the Arts & Sciences, Rocky Mount NC. It is located on the former sites of the Imperial Tobacco Company and old city library. Source: imperialcentre.org.
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Imperial Centre to Host Open House for Spring Arts Programs on Feb. 20

February 19, 2018 Kay Whatley

The Imperial Centre for the Arts and Sciences will host an open house Tuesday, February 20, 2018, 4-6pm. The open house will be in the Arts Education Building and will provide an opportunity for community […]

Snow falling in Eastern NC. Photo: Kay Whatley, 2016
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Country Living in Eastern NC

February 17, 2018 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley North Carolina offers residents a mix of urban, salt (coastal), mountain, and rural life. This writer’s preference is rural life, here in the “inner coastal plains” area of Eastern NC. What does […]

Chicken products label released with USDA FSIS Recall.
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Chicken Products Shipped to Schools, Institutions, Recalled for Rubber Contamination

February 17, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation Recalls Ready-to-Eat Chicken Products due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination On February 16, 2018, Pilgrim’s Pride Corp., a Waco, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 101,310 pounds of ready-to-eat breaded chicken patties that […]

One of many events coming up at the library. Source: Wilson County Public Library, North Carolina
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Wilson NC Libraries Offer Public Reading Program, Feb-Mar Events

February 16, 2018 Kay Whatley

Wilson County Public Library has a variety of free programs for the community throughout February and March 2018 at the Main Library and Branches throughout Wilson County, North Carolina. The early part of the year […]

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Puzzles Page:  February 16, 2018

February 16, 2018 Kay Whatley

Click the link below to download this week’s puzzles. 2018 February 16 — online puzzles PDF — from The Grey Area News site, greyareanews.com Answer to the Cryptogram posted on next week’s puzzle page.  

Martin Luther King Jr NYWTS by Dick DeMarsico, World Telegram staff photographer, Library of Congress, New York World-Telegram & Sun Collection. Source: Wikipedia.org.
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King’s First Dream Event to Highlight MLK’s 1962 Visit to Rocky Mount NC

February 15, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

The city of Rocky Mount and Dr. Jason Miller, professor at NC State University, will present King’s First Dream during Black History Month. This re-staging event, scheduled for Friday, February 23, 2018, starting at 6pm, […]

Mobile Hemp Decorticator. Source: Cory Sharp, HempLogic
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Mobile Hemp Decorticator to Tour US

February 15, 2018 Kay Whatley

Washington-based HempLogic plans to tour the US this year, showcasing equipment that will help hemp farmers process their crops closer to the source. Schedule is being set for hemp-friendly locations and festivals where they can […]

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NC Receives Federal Approval for I-285 Construction

February 15, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

North Carolina is getting a new interstate, Governor Roy Cooper announced Thursday. The Federal Highway Administration has approved Interstate 285 for the 23-mile stretch of US 52 between I-40 in Winston-Salem and I-85 in Lexington. […]

An example sexual assault kit. Many kits go untested for months or years, leaving victims waiting and potentially allowing offenders to escape detection. Source: End The Backlog.
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Joyful Heart Foundation New PSA Draws Attention to Rape Kit Backlog

February 13, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

On February 13, 2018, the Joyful Heart Foundation today released Shelved, a public service announcement (PSA) highlighting the backlog of hundreds of thousands of untested rape kits languishing in law enforcement storage facilities across the United […]

Business Happenings 2018
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Eastern NC Business Events in Late February 2018

February 13, 2018 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Area Chambers of Commerce, business groups, and local businesses/organizations hold educational events and provide free business training or networking opportunities. Events listed below may take place in the five-county area — […]

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Spring Vendor Opportunities in NC: Zebulon, Selma, and Tarboro

February 12, 2018 Kay Whatley

Vendor opportunities coming up, some for a day and some for a season. Check out options for selling your wares below. Note that in addition to the vendor opportunities listed below, information on farmers markets […]

Photo of raw turkey product packaging released with US FDA recall.
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Pet Foods Recalled for Possible Salmonella Contamination

February 12, 2018 Kay Whatley

The US Food and Drug Administration issues recalls for human foods and pet foods considered a health hazard. This week, three pet foods were recalled for potential salmonella contamination, and owners are encouraged to not […]

Things To Do in NC When You're Bored. Source: The Grey Area News, Zebulon NC.
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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — Feb. 15-18, 2018

February 12, 2018 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor This list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond (Inner Coastal Plains-Five County area of Eastern NC). While most listed events are free […]

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