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Air Bee & Bee / JC Raulston Arboretum at NCSU. Photo courtesy Mark Weathington
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NCSU Arboretum to ‘Reveal’ Air Bee & Bee at Moonlight in the Garden

October 22, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

For seven nights in November, the magical lighting exhibition Moonlight in the Garden returns to JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University. New to this year’s exhibition is the illumination and reveal of Air Bee […]

Gobblequest 2019. Source: Town of Wake Forest, NC
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Wake Forest, NC: Register In Advance for Family Gobblequest on Nov. 16

October 22, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department is inviting local families to participate in the second annual Family Gobblequest on Saturday, November 16, 2019, 10am. Join the fun with a quest followed by […]

Oyster Roast and More, 2018 photo. Source: Greater Franklin County Chamber of Commerce
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Louisburg, NC: Greater Franklin County Chamber “Oyster Roast” CANCELED

October 21, 2019 Kay Whatley

UPDATE: This event has been canceled by the Chamber. __________________________ Returning for the second year, the Greater Franklin County Chamber of Commerce will be holding its Oyster Roast & More feast on Saturday, October 26, […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — Oct. 24-27, 2019

October 21, 2019 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor This week’s list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond — occasionally including unique coastal or mountain events. While most listed […]

Two of the egg roll packaging labels released with the recall. Source: USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service
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Egg Rolls, 126K Pounds, Recalled Due to Insanitary Production and Packing

October 20, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

T & R Enterprise USA Inc. Recalls Meat and Poultry Products, Shipped to Institutions, Due to Insanitary Conditions T & R Enterprise USA Inc., a St. Louis, Missouri. establishment, is recalling approximately 126,000 pounds of […]

Operation Medicine Drop. Source: North Carolina Department of Insurance
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Wake Forest Police Department “Operation Medicine Drop” is Oct. 26

October 20, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Wake Forest Police Department (WFPD) will host “Operation Medicine Drop” Saturday, October 26, 2019, 9am-1pm, inside the ground floor meeting room of the Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks Street, Wake Forest, North […]

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Vendor Opportunities at Rocky Mount and Zebulon, NC “Holiday Markets”

October 18, 2019 Kay Whatley

As local farmers markets wind down, and the holiday season ramps up, vendors can find opportunities to sell their wares at farmers market “holiday markets” and some are accepting vendor applications now. Nash County Farmers […]

Alston-Massenburg Center. Source: Town of Wake Forest, NC
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Wake Forest, NC: First-ever “Unity in the Community” Set for Nov. 9

October 17, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department and the Northeast Community Coalition (NECC) are partnering to offer Wake Forest residents an afternoon of family-friendly fun and share useful information during Unity in […]

Twin County Museum and Hall of Fame logo
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Twin County Hall of Fame Banquet Returning to Rocky Mount Event Center

October 16, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

By Ashley Pittman, Rocky Mount Event Center Almost a year ago, Twin County Hall of Fame Banquet brought in over 400 attendees, that allowed Rocky Mount Event Center to showcase it’s Edgecombe Room.  On Thursday, […]

Seasoned beef cases label. Source: US Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service
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Kenosha Beef Recalls 2.3 Million Pounds of Taco Bell Filling Contaminated with Possible Metal Fragments

October 16, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Kenosha Beef International, a Columbus, Ohio establishment, recalled an undetermined amount of seasoned beef products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically metal shavings, the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service […]

Source: Rhine Research Center, Durham NC.
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The Rhine Halloween Event to Include Spooky Stories and Psychic Games

October 16, 2019 Kay Whatley

The Rhine Research Center in Durham, North Carolina holds a “Mysterious Short Story Contest” each year.  The winning stories for 2019 have been selected, and author readings will be a part of the annual Halloween […]

Source: Taylorsville Apple Festival, Inc.
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Taylorsville Apple Festival is Oct. 19

October 16, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

By Gina Kay Honosky, Taylorsville Apple Festival, Inc. Fall is here so it’s time to get ready for the 31st Annual Taylorsville Apple Festival held in downtown Taylorsville, North Carolina in Alexander County. The board […]

Get tickets for 'The Twilight Zone' special and 'Galaxy Quest' documentary nights in November 2019. Source: Fathom Events
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Special Movie Screenings in November of The Twilight Zone and Galaxy Quest Documentary

October 16, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Fathom Events, the leading event cinema distributor with theater nationwide, will be holding special screenings of fan favorites next month. Their special events include November 14, 2019 screenings for fans of Rod Serling and The […]

Source: Trees for the Triangle
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Wake Forest & Trees for the Triangle Partnering to Plant Trees on Private Property

October 15, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Town of Wake Forest is partnering with Trees for the Triangle (TFTT) to help the non-profit meet its goal of planting 50,000 trees in Wake, Durham and Orange counties by 2050. Starting now, Wake […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — Oct. 17-20, 2019

October 15, 2019 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor This week’s list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond — occasionally including unique coastal or mountain events. While most listed […]

Diversity Team logo. Source: Franklin County Arts Council
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Cultural Arts Festival in Louisburg, NC is Nov. 16

October 15, 2019 Kay Whatley

On Saturday, November 16, 2019, 1-4pm, the Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) Diversity Team will hold its annual Cultural Arts Festival. Come for the afternoon to hear gospel and blue grass singers and guitarists, watch […]

Food Truck Invasion logo. Source: Burt + Brewington Creative Agency / City of Rocky Mount, NC
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Rocky Mount to Host First Downtown Food Truck Invasion on Oct. 26

October 15, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The inaugural Downtown Rocky Mount Food Truck Invasion, sponsored by the city of Rocky Mount’s Community and Business Development Department, will take place Saturday, October 26, 2019, 4-9pm, rain or shine. The event will be […]

The Rusted Hinge Marketplace is located inside Triangle Town Center mall and is a family-owned business.
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Local Authors Reading at Triangle Town Center Shop on Nov. 23

October 15, 2019 Kay Whatley

Authors from Franklin and Wake County, North Carolina will take part in an upcoming author event and book signing by The Rusted Hinge Marketplace. On Saturday, November 23, 2019, 2-4pm, come meet local writers and […]

Photo from 2018 Zebulon Historical Walking Tour. Source: MaryBeth Carpenter, Preservation Zebulon
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Zebulon, NC Historic Walking Tour is Oct. 12

October 10, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Come take a leisurely stroll through downtown Zebulon, North Carolina and learn about our town’ early history, formation and settlers. Preservation Zebulon presents an opportunity for the area residents to participate in this popular walking […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — Oct. 10-13, 2019

October 10, 2019 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor This week’s list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond — occasionally including unique coastal or mountain events. While most listed […]

Author Dr. Tiffany D. Tyson with Book 1: Billy the Bully. Source:  Tyson Multimedia Inc.
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Wilson, NC Author Dr. Tiffany D. Tyson Releases “Patti Fix-it: A Series of Children’s Books”

October 10, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Book tells how one young girl creates a positive change in a tense situation at the neighborhood playground Dr. Tiffany D. Tyson’s entire life has been very productive in creating fair opportunities for women. Her […]

Joyner Park Community Center during construction. Source: Town of Wake Forest, NC
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Halloween Spooktacular in Wake Forest, NC is Oct. 24

October 9, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will sponsor its annual Halloween Spooktacular on Thursday, October 24, 2019, 4:30-8pm, at the new Joyner Park Community Center, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North […]

The Rocky Mount Senior Center, 427 S Church Street, Rocky Mount NC.
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Registration Deadline is Oct. 9 for Senior Center Fall Festival on Oct. 16

October 9, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Rocky Mount Senior Center members and the community are invited to attend the inaugural Fall Festival on Wednesday, October 16, 2019, 11am-1pm. Formerly known as the Rocky Mount Senior Center’s “Summer Blast,” the event has […]

NC News. Photos: Frank and Kay Whatley
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Fall Agritourism Opportunities at North Carolina Farms

October 5, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Travelers looking for unique farm experiences will have plenty of options this fall as farms across the state open their gates to welcome visitors. From pumpkin patches and corn mazes to festivals and farmers markets, […]

Riverside Cemetery. Source: Johnston County Heritage Center
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Johnston County Heritage Center “Historical Ghost Walk” is Oct. 24

October 4, 2019 Kay Whatley

Get ready for the 15th-annual Historical Ghost Walk in Smithfield, North Carolina. Organized by the Johnston County Heritage Center, the walk leads through Riverside Cemetery. This year’s walk is Thursday, October 24, 2019, 6:30-8:30pm, with the […]

Thriller Night flyer. Source: Downtown Goldsboro Merchants Association
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Goldsboro, NC Halloween Event Includes “Thriller” Performance on Oct. 25

October 4, 2019 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Thriller Night is Friday, October 25, 2019, 5-8pm, so grab friends and family and head to historic downtown Goldsboro, North Carolina for a downtown-encompassing party including a Thriller dance performance. The […]

Moonlight in the Garden at JC Raulston Arboretum, NCSU. Photo: Frank Clemmensen
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“Moonlight in the Garden” to Illuminate NCSU Arboretum on Seven November Nights

October 4, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

For seven nights in November, the magical lighting exhibition Moonlight in the Garden returns to illuminate and showcase JC Raulston Arboretum at North Carolina State University. Sold out every evening in 2018, Moonlight in the […]

Lenoir County Fair 2019 logo
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Lenoir County Fair is Oct. 8-12

October 4, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Head to the Lenoir County Fairgrounds, 401 Fairgrounds Road, Kinston, North Carolina, for the 64th-annual Lenoir County Fair, which will run for five days — October 8-12, 2019. There’s much to see and enjoy, with […]

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