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Enjoy Fall 2020 Storytime Online Monday evenings. Source: Wake Forest Renaissance Centre
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Wake Forest Renaissance Centre’s Monday Night Online Bedtime Stories to Run Oct. 12-Dec. 28

October 12, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

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 […]

Hemp field under the North Carolina blue sky. Photo: Kay Whatley
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NC Industrial Hemp Commission Public Meeting via Conference Call is Oct. 23

October 9, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  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 […]

Wilson Idol 2020 Virtual Talent Show
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Shirley Caesar and Past Winners to Perform at Virtual Wilson Idol on Nov. 1

October 7, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

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, […]

Local produce at a NC farmers market. Photo: Kay Whatley
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COVID-19 Assistance Offered for NC Farmers Market Operators and Local Food Hubs

October 1, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

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. […]

Virtual Murder Mystery flyer. Source: Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, Wake Forest, NC
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Virtual Murder Mystery to be Presented Online by Wake Forest Renaissance Center on Oct. 30

September 30, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  Although the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre remains closed and in-person events suspended due to COVID-19, the center continues to offer online visual and performing arts experiences you can enjoy from the comfort of your […]

Source: Ken's Korny Corn Maze, Garner, North Carolina 2019
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Garner, NC: Ken’s Korny Corn Maze Open Sept. 26 thru Nov. 7 (UPDATED)

September 25, 2020 Kay Whatley

UPDATE: Due to weather, the September 25th opening day has been postponed. Watch for opening on Saturday, September 26, 2020 instead. ________ Original article:   By Kay Whatley, Editor Ken’s Produce and Garden Center in […]

Pumpkins, ornamental. Photo: Kay Whatley.
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Looking for Pumpkins? Local Farmers Markets and Pumpkin Patches Open Sept. 26

September 25, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Fall has arrived, and with it pumpkins galore. Varieties of pie-pumpkins and ornamentals may be purchased at farmers markets, farm stands, and pumpkin patches across North Carolina. In the local […]

Tall grass maze at Clayton Fear Farm. Source: Boyette Family Farms, Clayton, NC, 2019
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Clayton, NC: Fear Farm Open Oct. 2-31

September 24, 2020 Kay Whatley

The fright-filled nights return to Boyette Family Farms with the opening day of its Clayton Fear Farm set for Friday, October 2, 2020. The after-dark fun this year includes the Fear Forest Haunted Hayride and […]

2020 Virtual Barbecue, Bluegrass & Brew fundraiser logo. Source: NC Stop Human Trafficking
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Annual Barbecue, Bluegrass & Brew Fundraiser to be Held Virtually on Oct. 9

September 22, 2020 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor The annual fundraiser for NC Stop Human Trafficking will be held virtually this year. The third-annual Barbecue, Bluegrass & Brew event is scheduled for Friday, October 9, 2020, starting at 7pm, […]

Photos courtesy of Darkside Haunted Estates/Big Daddys Farms
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Middlesex, NC: Darkside Haunted Estates to Open Sept. 26 through Nov. 7

September 21, 2020 Kay Whatley

Wind along the country roads into Nash County, North Carolina, and find a scary, seasonal attraction just right for your seasonal frights. Darkside Haunted Estates opens this weekend with new experiences for 2020, including RottenKorr […]

2020 Quilt made for the FCAC raffle by the Quilting Ladies of Lake Royale and Clear Creek Quilting in Bunn, NC. Source: Ellen Queen, Franklin County Arts Council, Louisburg, North Carolina
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Louisburg, NC: Franklin County Arts Council to Hold Quilt Show at Person Place on Oct. 17

September 21, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Deadline to Enter is October 1, 2020; Raffle Tickets On Sale Now Franklin County Arts Council is hosting its 2nd Annual Quilt Show at Historic Person Place on Saturday, October 17, 2020, 10am-5pm.  The Quilt Show […]

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Wake County, NC: “Halloween Drive Thru Spooktacular” Offered at 3 Libraries

September 20, 2020 Kay Whatley

Wake County Public Libraries will be holding “creepy” craft and treat giveaways at Wake County libraries in Knightdale, Garner, and Raleigh, North Carolina. At these Halloween Drive Thru Spooktacular events, costumes are welcome, including car […]

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Wilson County Public Library Online Programs Planned for Oct. 2020

September 20, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Join Wilson County Public Library online in October for fun, spooky, and crafty programs for all ages.  All programs will be accessible via the library’s Facebook and YouTube channels, unless otherwise specified. Seasonal and Halloween […]

Tickets for inaugural season of "Spirits of Wake Forest" ghost walk on sale, with proceeds benefitting Wake Forest Downtown, Inc. Source: Town of Wake Forest, North Carolina
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Wake Forest, NC: Get Tickets for In-person Downtown Ghost Walks This October

September 18, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

“Spirits of Wake Forest” ghost walks will lead small groups through downtown Wake Forest, safety precautions required If you’re looking for a “hauntingly” good time this fall season, then don’t miss the inaugural “Spirits of […]

Produce from local farms for sale at market. Photo: Kay Whatley, 2019
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Local Farmers Markets and Artisan Events Sept. 18-19

September 17, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential, and will be open this weekend offering local farm goods, handmade, and homemade items. Plus, several artisan markets will be open to shop various goods, enjoy […]

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Film Production Resumes in North Carolina

September 16, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Grant recipients to spend $107 million amid COVID-19 interruptions Five new productions have been approved for North Carolina Film and Entertainment Grants and will start production in the state by the end of October 2020, […]

Ticket booth at Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre, Henderson NC, as evening falls. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Raleigh Road Drive-in to Show 3 Nights of Horror Movies with Camping (Optional) Sept. 11-13

September 8, 2020 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor The Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre, one of the rare US places offering the drive-in movie experience, will be showing 10 movies this weekend, with camping available overnight on Friday and Saturday. […]

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Farm Aid to Host 35th Anniversary Virtual Festival on Sept. 26

September 6, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

The Farm Aid organization will mark its 35th anniversary with a virtual at-home festival experience. Farm Aid 2020 On the Road, scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2020, 8-11pm (EDT), will include performances from more than […]

NC News. Photos: Frank and Kay Whatley
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Greenville, NC: Beauty Bar Medispa Partners with NC Stop Human Trafficking, will Donate for Each Product Sold

August 29, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  Beauty Bar Medispa and NC Stop Human Trafficking is slated to begin an innovative partnership on September 1, 2020, blending business and advocacy with the ultimate goal of fighting human trafficking. This close collaboration […]

Produce at a farmer's market. Source: Kay Whatley.
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Zebulon, NC: Farm Fresh Market Final Day of the Season is Aug. 29

August 28, 2020 Kay Whatley

Shop the Zebulon Farm Fresh Market before it ends for the season! This Saturday, August 29, 2020, 9am-1pm, is the market’s closing day, and your last chance to pick up local farm goods, homemade, and […]

Treat at the North Carolina State Fair 2017. May not reflect item available during 2020 Drive-thru Fair Food Days. Photo: Nadia Ethier
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Raleigh, NC: State Fairgrounds to Offer Drive-thru Fair Food Aug. 29-30

August 26, 2020 Kay Whatley

The North Carolina State Fair may be far off in 2021, but  fair foods will be available at the fairgrounds this weekend. NC State Fair has added two new “Drive-thru Fair Food Days” to their […]

NC News. Photos: Frank and Kay Whatley
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Grants to NC Rural Communities to Attract 294 New Jobs and Over $103 Million in Private Investment

August 21, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  The North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved 18 grant requests to local governments totaling $4,847,243, Governor Roy Cooper announced on August 20, 2020. The requests include commitments to create a total of […]

Virtual Franklin County International Film Festival 2020. Source: Gauri Singh/Franklin County Film Festival Committee
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“Franklin Flicks” Film Festival Goes Virtual Aug. 23-26

August 20, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  The Franklin County International Film Festival (FCIFF), also known as Franklin Flicks, goes virtual for its fifth year, presenting  11 independent films — online, August 23-26, 2020. The festival was originally scheduled as an […]

Produce at a farmer's market. Source: Kay Whatley.
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Shop Local at Area Farmers Markets Aug. 13-15

August 12, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential, and will be open this weekend offering local farm goods, handmade, and homemade items. Plus, this Saturday is National Honey Bee Day, and honey may be […]

Vendors at Bunn Fun Day. Photo: Kay Whatley (2017)
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Update: Bunn Fun Day Postponed to Sept. 18, 2021

August 11, 2020 Kay Whatley

Bunn Fun Day has been rescheduled to next Fall. The new date is Saturday, September 18, 2021, 10am-4pm. Statement by Town of Bunn Commissioner, Sherry Mercer: “Due to COVID-19 stipulations we are having to reschedule […]

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Updated: Rocky Mount, NC Drive-thru School Supplies Giveaway

August 10, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

PLEASE NOTE: The Rocky Mount Police Department will hold a Drive-Thru School Supplies Giveaway on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, 4-6pm, in the parking lot of the Frederick E. Turnage Municipal Building. The event is for […]

SPCA Wake offers increased pet food assistance with grant from The Petco Foundation. Source: SPCA of Wake County, North Carolina
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SPCA Wake Increases Pet Food Assistance to Help Pet Owners in Need During Pandemic

August 1, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Recent grant from the Petco Foundation funds crucial department during this time Many families are struggling to make ends meet, but the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) of Wake County is […]

Local produce at a NC farmers market. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Farmers Markets in Wilson, Nash, & Nearby Counties Open on Aug. 1

July 31, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential, and markets will be open this Saturday with a variety of local farm goods and handmade/homemade items. Follow coronavirus safety precautions in place. Be safe for […]

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The Strange-ness: Mount Everest Climbers More Cavalier Than You Might Imagine

December 5, 2014

By Kay Whatley The definition of cavalier is “showing a lack of proper concern”. Climbers in Nepal have been cavalier — reportedly dropping their trash on Mount Everest for years. Nepal is now telling these […]

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UFO Sightings by US State: July 2019

August 6, 2019

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 […]

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The Strange-Ness: Trained African Rats Sniff Out Problems

August 14, 2015

Did you know there is an organization that cares for and trains oversized, African giant-pouched rats to do mine and disease detection? APOPO (www.apopo.org/en) is a non-profit that trains the large rats to detect landmines. […]

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