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Articles by Kay Whatley

About Kay Whatley
Kay Whatley serves as Editor and Reporter with The Grey Area News. Kay is a published author with over 20 years of experience in the publishing industry. Kay Whatley is wife to Frank Whatley, founder of The Grey Area™ newspaper and The Grey Area News online news website.
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Shades of Grey: Food Prep

January 18, 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 people make, but […]

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 Offers Free Educational Events, $5 Yoga

January 17, 2018 Kay Whatley

The Arts Center at Imperial Centre for the Arts and Sciences has scheduled free programs and inexpensive weekly Yoga classes for the early part of the year. Yoga in the Galleries, is held on Thursdays at […]

Internet Archive offers free e-books, media, and more at archive.org.
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Internet Archive Offers Free Books, Old-time Movies

January 16, 2018 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor If you’re not familiar with the free, online Internet Archive, give it a visit at archive.org. Whether you like to read, watch old films, or just learn new things, you’ll find there’s […]

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 — Jan. 18-21, 2018

January 14, 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 happenings, […]

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Puzzles Page:  January 12, 2018

January 12, 2018 Kay Whatley

Click the link below to download this week’s puzzles. 2018 January 12 — online puzzles PDF — from The Grey Area News site, greyareanews.com Answer to the Cryptogram posted on next week’s puzzle page.  

Economic Forum and Forecast slide highlighting Knightdale NC population increase. Source: Patrice Bayyan, Knightdale Chamber
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Economic Forecast Breakfast Highlights Positive Impact of Knightdale’s Continued Growth

January 11, 2018 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor On January 10, 2018, the Knightdale Chamber of Commerce held its annual Economic Forum & Forecast Breakfast presented by PSNC Energy at Knightdale Town Hall, 950 Steeple Square Court, Knightdale, North Carolina. Speakers provided an […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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January Wilson NC Library Programs Announced

January 10, 2018 Kay Whatley

Wilson County Public Library has a variety of upcoming programs offered to the public this January at the Main Library and Branches. For children, early literacy programs will continue at the Main Library every Wednesday […]

Regal Entertainment Group-4DX logo. Source: PRNewsfoto/Regal Entertainment Group
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New DC Cinema with 4DX: You Must Be Tall Enough To Ride

January 7, 2018 Kay Whatley

Groundbreaking Immersive Movie Experience Now Open Regal Entertainment Group, a leading motion picture exhibitor owning and operating one of the largest theatre circuits in the United States, announces that Regal Gallery Place Stadium 14 will be the […]

Franklin County Arts Council Up Front Gallery is in Franklinton NC.
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Writers-Photographers 2018 Kick-off Meeting is Jan. 8

January 7, 2018 Kay Whatley

The Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) hosts a Writer’s Guild and a Photography Guild, providing local authors and artists with regular meetings, networking, and opportunities to collaborate. On Monday, January 8, 2018, starting at 7pm, […]

Spring 2018 Film Festivals in Eastern NC
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Join The Audience Or Submit A Film for Spring 2018 Film Festivals

January 6, 2018 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Film festivals planned for 2018 in Eastern North Carolina are listed below. Dates and locations are included for those who wish to attend and be part of the audience. For festivals […]

Night to Shine logo. Source: The Tim Tebow Foundation
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Night to Shine Events Planned Across North Carolina, Nation

January 5, 2018 Kay Whatley

Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with special needs, ages 14 and older. The event will take place simultaneously at locations around the world on February […]

Tahka hand warmer in use with SmartPhone. Source: Mina Mais, KickStarter
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The Strange-ness: Redesigned Hand Warmer is Muff for SmartPhone Users

January 5, 2018 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Photographs of a SmartPhone-protective hand warmer continues to be shared on social media years after its KickStarter campaign ended. Although the product was not funded, it’s unique look continues to draw […]

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Puzzles Page:  January 5, 2018

January 5, 2018 Kay Whatley

Click the link below to download this week’s puzzles. 2018 January 5 — online puzzles PDF — from The Grey Area News site, greyareanews.com Answer to the Cryptogram posted on next week’s puzzle page.  

Business Happenings 2018
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Eastern NC Business Events in Jan. 2018

January 4, 2018 Kay Whatley

**Due to the snow received in Eastern NC January 3-4, 2018, note that events immediately following may be canceled. Check with organizers directly regarding weather issues.** By Kay Whatley, Editor Area Chambers of Commerce, business […]

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 — Jan. 4-7, 2018

January 4, 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 happenings, […]

An altar constructed of salt in the Wieliczka salt mines. Source: US Central Intelligence Agency library.
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The Strange-ness: Speleotherapy

January 2, 2018 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor There is a salt-mine-based respiratory therapy called Speleotherapy. The therapy basically involves breathing while inside a salt cave or salt mine. The salty, dry air retards the growth of bacteria, and salt […]

Five of the many biscuit labels under this recall. Source: US FDA
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Multiple Brands of Frozen Biscuit Dough Recalled

January 2, 2018 Kay Whatley

T. Marzetti Company Voluntarily Recalls Various Brands Due to Potential Listeria Contamination As a precautionary measure, T. Marzetti Company issued a voluntarily recall on December 29, 2017, for “Best By” dates of the following products because they may […]

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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MLK Jr. Day of Service Opportunities and Events

January 2, 2018 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Start the new year helping your community and neighbors. Volunteer for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service on Monday, January 15, 2018. Some North Carolina opportunities are listed below, […]

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Shades of Grey: Overcharged

January 1, 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 […]

Wendell Community Center. Source: Town of Wendell, North Carolina
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Wendell NC Free Family Movie on Jan. 13, 2018

December 30, 2017 Kay Whatley

Resolving to spend more time with your loved ones in 2018? Want to get out and do more? Looking for an inexpensive night out with the kids? The Town of Wendell’s free Family Movie Night […]

Braswell Memorial Library in Rocky Mount NC holds programs for all ages. Source: Braswell Facebook page.
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Braswell Library Offerings for Jan. 2018

December 29, 2017 Kay Whatley

Programs for all ages are planned at Braswell Memorial Library, located at 727 N Grace Street, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina for January. The library is online at braswell-library.libguides.com and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BraswellMemorialLibrary. Adult Programs Adult programming […]

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Chuckle of the Issue: Unorthodox Doctor

December 29, 2017 Kay Whatley

A woman went to a medical office where she was seen by one of the new doctors. After about 4 minutes in the examination room, she burst out, screaming as she ran down the hall. An older doctor […]

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Puzzles Page:  December 29, 2017

December 29, 2017 Kay Whatley

Click the link below to download this week’s puzzles. 2017 December 29 — online puzzles PDF — from The Grey Area News site, greyareanews.com Answer to the Cryptogram posted on next week’s puzzle page.  

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — Dec. 30-31

December 28, 2017 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 happenings, […]

Source: North Carolina State Parks, ncparks.gov.
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Start The Year Connecting with Nature — First Day Hikes

December 26, 2017 Kay Whatley

North Carolina State Parks Offer Hiking, Special Events, to Herald New Year A North Carolina New Year’s tradition of family adventure, exercise and reconnection with nature continues in 2018 with First Day Hikes in North […]

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Editorial: Talking ‘bout Resolutions 2018

December 25, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley We are about to reach 2018. It’s approaching second by second. What do you want to be different in the new year? Okay, your answer is probably “A lot of things!”  Let me […]

Donated Christmas trees used to create fish habitat. Photo: courtesy photo, US Army Corps of Engineers, Arkansas
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Post-Christmas 2017 Tree Recycling in Eastern NC

December 22, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Announcements from Eastern North Carolina counties, cities, and towns regarding where your “used” Christmas trees will be accepted. Listed locations are in the five-county area and beyond. In addition to landfill, […]

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Puzzles Page:  December 22, 2017

December 22, 2017 Kay Whatley

Click the link below to download this week’s puzzles. 2017 December 22 — online puzzles PDF — from The Grey Area News site, greyareanews.com Answer to the Cryptogram posted on next week’s puzzle page.

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The Strange-Ness: Eastern Hercules Beetle

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By Kay Whatley, Editor A few weeks ago, my youngest and I came across a strange sight: a beetle on the school sidewalk which measured more than two inches long. It looked more like an […]

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