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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — June 21-23, 2019

June 21, 2019 Kay Whatley

This 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 events are free, ticketed or fee-for-entry […]

Part of the packaging images released with the recall. Source: USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service
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Possible “Small Rocks” Contamination in Bacon Leads to Recall of 246K Pounds of Wraps

June 15, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Ruiz Foods Products Inc. Recalls Bacon Breakfast Wrap Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination Ruiz Foods Products Inc., a Denison, Texas, establishment, is recalling approximately 246,514 pounds of frozen, not ready-to-eat (NRTE) breakfast wrap […]

A Downtown Live! summer concert. Source: City of Rocky Mount NC
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Free Concerts Offer the Sounds of Summer in Eastern NC Locales

June 14, 2019 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Upcoming outdoor free concerts provided by area venues or town/city parks and recreation departments. Downtown Live! (Imperial Centre / Rocky Mount) Spend your Spring and Summer Thursday nights listening and […]

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Rocky Mount’s “Popsicles and Stories in the Park” Events to Encourage Reading

June 14, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Oh, no, you’ve missed the first Popsicles and Stories in the Park, but there are more upcoming chances to participate. This reading-oriented event for children of all ages will be held every-other Tuesday at parks […]

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USDA Investigating Detection of Genetically Engineered Wheat in Washington

June 8, 2019 Kay Whatley

On June 7, 2019, the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) confirmed the discovery of genetically engineered (GE) wheat plants growing in an unplanted agricultural field in Washington State.  The […]

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(Updated) Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — June 6-9, 2019

June 6, 2019 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Updated due to Downtown Live! and Knightdale movie cancellations. This list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond — occasionally […]

Author Bob Goff will be at the Rocky Mount Event Center in September 2019 for a fundraiser/conference. Source: Ashley Pittman, Rocky Mount Event Center
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Rocky Mount Event Center to Host NY Times Best-selling Author Bob Goff on Sep. 13

June 6, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Hosted by First United Methodist church in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, the best-selling author of Love Does and Everybody Always, Bob Goff is coming to the Rocky Mount Event Center for a special fundraising event. […]

Hemp shampoo, one of many products made possible with industrial hemp. Photo: Kay Whatley.
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Next NC Hemp Commission Public Meeting (via conference call) is June 7

June 4, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The North Carolina Industrial Hemp Commission will hold a public meeting via conference call “to review and approve research pilot program applications.” Members of the public may join the conference call, scheduled for Friday, June […]

Rocky Mount Event Center. Photo: Kay Whatley, October 25, 2018 (grand opening day)
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Rocky Mount Event Center to Host “Father’s Day Jazz Brunch” with Menu by Chef Rome

June 4, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Celebrity Chef Rome heats up kitchen for first Father’s Day Jazz Brunch at Downtown Event Center Rocky Mount Event Center has been known to host various sports and social events for other organizations. This upcoming […]

Stage will host music, speakers, and ore during the the Spruce Pine Alien Conference and Expo, June 14-15, 2019, Spruce Pine, North Carolina
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Spruce Pine (NC) Alien Conference and Expo is June 14-15

June 2, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Spruce Pine Alien Conference and Expo will be held on Lower Street in downtown Spruce Pine, North Carolina (Mitchell County) on June 14-15, 2019. This is a free event open to everyone interested in […]

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Wilson County Library Summer Reading and Programs

May 31, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Founded in 1939, the Wilson County Public Library engages the community and enhances the minds of all ages with programs, lectures, classes, and entertainment. Upcoming programs, along with 2019 summer reading information, may be found […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — May 30-June 2, 2019

May 28, 2019 Kay Whatley

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 […]

NCDA&CS Veterinary Division seal. Source: North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
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State Vet Encourages Livestock Owners to Vaccinate before Peak Rabies Season

May 22, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Summer is peak rabies season and State Veterinarian Doug Meckes is encouraging North Carolina livestock owners to consider having their animals vaccinated against the disease. “This year we have seen a rise in the number […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — May 23-26, 2019

May 21, 2019 Kay Whatley

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 […]

Cats and Dogs. Credit: Frank and Kay Whatley, Nadia Ethier
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Rocky Mount Annual Cats and Dogs Vaccination Clinic Returns for 17th Year

May 15, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

A rabies vaccination clinic will be held Saturday, May 18, 2019, 9am-noon, at 1101 North Church Street in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The clinic is open to cats and dogs four months or older. Dr. […]

Movie at Joyner Park. Source: Town of Wake Forest, NC
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Family Movie Nights at Joyner Park Begin May 25

May 15, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will host a free, monthly outdoor movie series from May through August at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — May 16-19, 2019

May 14, 2019 Kay Whatley

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 […]

Chairmen of the Board will perform at the Downtown Live! kick-off 2019. Source: City of Rocky Mount, NC
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“Chairmen of the Board” to Kick-off 2019 Downtown Live! Free Concert Series

May 9, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Spend your Spring and Summer Thursday nights listening and dancing to live music in downtown Rocky Mount. The 2019 Downtown Live! series schedule is set, and the fun beginning Thursday, May 23, 2019, when Chairmen […]

Hemp growing on a farm in Bunn, NC (Franklin County). Photo: Kay Whatley
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Next NC Hemp Commission Public Meeting via Conference Call is May 23

May 8, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The North Carolina Industrial Hemp Commission will hold a public meeting “to review and approve research pilot program applications.” The conference call may be joined Thursday, May 23, 2019, 10am. Access the conference call at go.ncsu.edu/industrialhemp or […]

The crowd enjoying a Town of Knightdale outdoor movie screening. Source: Thomas Walls and Megan Thornton, knightdalenc.gov.
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Eastern NC Municipalities Offering Free Movie Showings in 2019

May 8, 2019 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Parks and recreation departments, libraries, senior centers, and community facilities host free movie nights several months each year, with some locations offering free movies year-round. Check out the offerings in […]

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Southern States Animal Feeds Produced in NC Recalled for Contamination

May 8, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

On May 6, 2019, Cargill’s animal nutrition business announced that it is conducting a voluntary recall of select Southern States® feed due to aflatoxin levels that exceed FDA’s action levels. The affected products, which were […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — May 9-12, 2019

May 7, 2019 Kay Whatley

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 […]

Lawn Chair Theatre 2019 kicks off with Small Foot. Source: City of Rocky Mount, North Carolina
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Rocky Mount’s Lawn Chair Theatre Announces Free Family Movies

May 6, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Mark your calendars for five nights under the sky and family movies as the 2019 Lawn Chair Theatre series is set to begin. Lawn Chair Theatre kicks off Friday, May 17, 2019, with a viewing […]

Halifax County Schools Robotics Tournament 2019. Source: Chatesha R. Dickens, Halifax County Schools, Halifax, North Carolina
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Halifax County NC Schools Hosts Its Own Robotics Tournament

May 6, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

By Chatesha R. Dickens, Halifax County Schools What a GREAT day! Students from all Halifax County elementary schools and both middle schools came to William R. Davie S.T.E.M. to compete for local FLL Robotics bragging rights […]

Plaque by De Linazia. Source: Lynn Reynolds/FCAC
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FCAC Diversity Team to Hold Cinco de Mayo Celebration

May 2, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Diversity Team of the Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) is holding A Celebration for Cinco de Mayo on Sunday, May 5, 2019, 2:30-4:30pm. The event will include flower sculpture, music, refreshments, and singing and […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County Public Library Programs for May 2019

April 30, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Wilson County Public Library will offer a variety of programs for all ages at the Main Library and Branches in May 2019. With questions about the library, call 252.237.5355 or visit www.wilsoncountypubliclibrary.org. Main Library Programs […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — May 2-5, 2019

April 29, 2019 Kay Whatley

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 […]

Source: Maggie Bailey, Terra Vita / We Plant it Forward
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Make Your Own Rain Barrel Workshop on May 8

April 26, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Want to set up a rain barrel to catch water for your garden? Attend a hands-on workshop at Lake Crabtree County Park and use an installation kit make a 55-gallon rain barrel to take home. […]

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Hug Huddle artist Stuart Semple. Source: DPAC
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Artist Plans “Hug Huddle” Art Event in London and Denver

March 13, 2018

By Kay Whatley, Editor Do you feel like you could use a hug? How about a hug that connects people across the globe? On Monday, March 26, 2018, British artist Stuart Semple is inviting the public […]

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According to NASA, part of the make-up of NASA’s Curiosity rover is the ability to sing “Happy Birthday” every year on the anniversary of its Mars landing. The Rover celebrates its birthday on August 5. […]

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