On March 4, 2019, the packed gym at the Booker T. Washington Community Center (BTWCC) proved the success of the first job fair organized by the city of Rocky Mount, North Carolina’s Parks and Recreation […]
The nationwide Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest is accepting submissions through the end of this week. This contest is “the culmination of the Junior Duck Stamp educational program,” which is available for teachers, parents, and […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor Across the United States each year, thousands of unidentified flying object (UFO) sightings are reported. UFO reports cover close encounters of various types, range from blinking lights in the sky to […]
Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor This list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond including a few unique coastal or mountain events. While most listed events are free […]
The We Plant It Forward program will be giving away free tree seedlings at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences’ “Reptile and Amphibian Day” on Saturday, March 16, 2019, 9am-5pm — or until seedlings […]
The fifth-annual Bunn Fun Day is set for Saturday, April 27, 2019, 10am-4pm. The day will include live music, magic shows, dancing, food trucks, children’s activities, craft vendors, and more. Enjoy Live Music by The Brake […]
A group of 33 property owners on the Dan River in Rockingham County, North Carolina on March 6, 2019 agreed to settle a lawsuit with Duke Energy for damages they suffered from one of the […]
Army veteran Chad Hamrick has enjoyed skiing throughout his life. But he really wanted to give snowboarding a shot, “to relate to my teenage sons who board.” He had a chance to learn and connect with other […]
On Tuesday, March 5, 2019, the Council of State approved a move from Raleigh to Rocky Mount for the office of the North Carolina State Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The relocation will place the […]
By Ian Rumbles, Town of Clayton Would you like more volunteers? Would you like people to know more about the great things you are doing in the Clayton community? We would like to help you […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend at the Nashville Blooming Festival on May 10-11, 2019 (Friday-Saturday). Organized each year by the Nashville Chamber of Commerce, the Blooming Festival fills the town with carnival rides, local vendors, family activities, and […]
Last year, the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service, NC State University, and the Nash County Center offered Ten Plant Tour free presentations. Each date covered ten plants within a category. These events are returning for 2019, with the […]
Travelers and locals looking for unique farm experiences will have plenty of options this spring, as farms across the state open their gates to welcome visitors. Agritourism options include Easter egg hunts, strawberry picking, Mother’s […]
Tall One Outreach Ministries presents the Award-winning Gospel Stage Play, “Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child” Part 2, written and produced by Dr. Mildred Summerville and directed by Trina Jeffrie (AKA Sister Cantaloupe), to be performed […]
Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor This list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond including a few unique coastal or mountain events. While most listed events are free […]
The Southern Environmental Law Center has announced the winners of the 2019 Phillip D. Reed Environmental Writing Awards, to be presented during this year’s “Virginia Festival of the Book.” Author Earl Swift will receive the […]
The Wake Forest Human Relations Council encourages community unity and increases awareness of the unique cultures Wake Forest has to offer. As part of this goal, the council is hosting its first “Multicultural Day” on […]
The city of Rocky Mount’s International Festival of Cultures, hosted by the Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission, showcases the variety of diverse communities that call Rocky Mount, North Carolina home. The International Festival of Cultures will take […]
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