editorial
Why You Should Take A Local Ghost Walk
By Kay Whatley, Editor You know that local ghost walk or downtown haunted tour notice you see each year? The one you ignore because you already know your own town. Or, you don’t believe in […]
Month: October 2020
farmgarden
See Feral Swine or Feral Swine Damage? Report It to the North Carolina Wildlife Commission
The NC Wildlife Resources Commission has unveiled a new online reporting tool for people to report sightings of feral swine or their damage. Feral swine, also called wild boar and feral hogs, are an invasive […]
events
Wake Forest, NC: “flix4kidz” & “Free at 3” to Resume with Reduced Capacity on Nov. 9
Closed since March due to COVID-19, the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts will resume flix4kidz and Free at 3 movies with reduced capacity on Monday, November 9, 2020. The Renaissance Centre will host […]
local-nc
Bunn, NC: Mural Unveiled at Bunn Garden Club Festival
By Kay Whatley, Editor The Bunn Garden Club is proud to announce that club member and artist, Diane Cannon of Franklinton, North Carolina, completed a mural on the Bunn Garden Club clubhouse. The mural depicts flowers […]
events
Goldsboro, NC Museum Offers Trick-or-Treating, Plus In-person Events in November
November events at the Wayne County Museum in Goldsboro, North Carolina include a new exhibit, an opening night reception, and a presentation on Lebanon which will include Lebanese snacks. Check out the museum’s November schedule […]
national
NC-based Belk Offers Prizes in Online Costume Contest
Belk is giving its customers an exciting, new way to celebrate the spookiest day of the year! While many traditional Halloween activities are limited due to the ongoing pandemic, Belk is offering its customers a […]
state-nc
North Carolina: Information and Links for 2020 Voters in the State
By Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman and Kay Whatley While many voters already have their voting plan set, they may still have questions. Here is information for North Carolina voters to assist in finding answers, including who to […]
state-nc
Following the Data, North Carolina Will Remain Paused in Phase 3
Governor & Health Officials urge North Carolinians to Recommit to Prevention Efforts North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced on October 21, 2020 that North Carolina will remain paused in Phase 3 for three more weeks […]
events
Halloween Safety Guidelines for Rocky Mount, NC Residents
Halloween is not a government-recognized holiday, however the city of Rocky Mount encourages residents to follow COVID-19 practices including the wearing of masks, maintaining six feet of social distancing and hand-washing. The North Carolina Department […]
local-nc
Wake Forest, NC: Register by Friday for “Kids Say the Cutest Things About the Holidays”
Everyone loves the holidays – especially kids. So, we thought it would be interesting, and hopefully entertaining, to watch Wake Forest-area children share their thoughts and perspectives on what is commonly referred to as “the […]
events
Zebulon, NC: Comic World “Haunted Asylum” Planned for Halloween Night
By Kay Whatley, Editor Comic World in Zebulon, North Carolina will be holding its third-annual Halloween party, “Haunted Asylum,” complete with a haunted house, costume contest, face painting, and treats. No registration is required to […]
farmgarden
Rocky Mount, Louisburg, and Other Farmers Markets Open Oct. 16 or 17
Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential, and will be open this weekend offering local farm goods, handmade, and homemade items. While we check for current times/dates, it’s possible an update is missed. […]
news
North Carolina: Applications Open for New Rent and Utility Assistance Program
On October 15, 2020, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced that applications are being accepted for the North Carolina Housing Opportunities and Prevention of Evictions (HOPE) Program, which will assist eligible low- and moderate-income renters […]
events
Wake Forest Renaissance Centre’s Monday Night Online Bedtime Stories to Run Oct. 12-Dec. 28
Every child loves a good bedtime story. That’s why the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre is partnering with Page 158 Books to introduce a 12-week bedtime story reading series on the Renaissance Centre Facebook page for […]
farmgarden
NC Industrial Hemp Commission Public Meeting via Conference Call is Oct. 23
The North Carolina Industrial Hemp Commission will hold a public meeting so its members members can review and approve research pilot program applications. The meeting will be conducted via “conference call” and is open to […]
state-nc
North Carolina Wildlife: Be BearWise as Bear Activity Increases
With fall temperatures falling, bear activity is increasing, and biologists with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission are reminding people to protect themselves and bears by following the six BearWise® Basics to reduce potential conflicts. Bears’ […]
events
Shirley Caesar and Past Winners to Perform at Virtual Wilson Idol on Nov. 1
Wilson Idol will be noncompetitive this year, instead virtually presenting the Legendary Winners from the Wilson Idol contests 2013-19 and other special guests. Internationally acclaimed Pastor Shirley Caesar, recognized worldwide as The Queen of Gospel, […]
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UFO Sightings by US State: September 2020
By Kay Whatley, Editor Unidentified flying object (UFO) sightings are reported, across the United States, year-round. UFO reports cover close encounters of various types, range from blinking lights in the sky to unusual aircraft to […]
news
Fayetteville, NC: Stoney Point Trail of Terror Benefits Fire Department, Opens Oct. 16 (Updated)
By Kay Whatley, Editor The 18th-annual Stoney Point Trail of Terror in Fayetteville, North Carolina, opening night will be Friday, October 16, 2020 with the announcement of an additional weekend! This Halloween-season attraction is unique: it […]
farmgarden
COVID-19 Assistance Offered for NC Farmers Market Operators and Local Food Hubs
Application period runs Oct. 1-22, 2020 Beginning October 1, 2020, farmers markets operators and local food hubs can apply for assistance through the COVID-19 Emergency Aid for Farmers Market Operators and Local Food Hubs program. […]