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2017 Dig In! in Raleigh NC provided gardening and food-oriented lectures. Source: Kay Whatley.
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Dig In 2017 Educated Many on Growing Food Everywhere

March 6, 2017 Kay Whatley

Advocates for Health in Action (AHA) brought together hundreds for their annual, educational Dig In! event. Held March 4, 2017, at Marbles Kids Museum in Raleigh NC, teachers, child care providers, nonprofit representatives, community advocates […]

Source: North Carolina Emergency Management, www.readync.org
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March 5-11 is Severe Weather Preparedness Week

March 5, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount Rocky Mount Emergency Management officials urge city residents to prepare for severe weather that may occur with little to no warning this spring. March 5-11, 2017, is Severe Weather […]

One of the assorted cheese products affected by February 2017 recall.
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Cheese Spread, Slices, and Shreds Recalled for Listeria

March 3, 2017 Kay Whatley

Since February 1, 2017, multiple cheese recalls cautioned customers on possible Listeria contamination. These included a popular pimento spread, deli sliced cheese, and shredded cheese. As of February 11, multiple brands were affected by this […]

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 — March 2-5

March 1, 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. Contact information or RSVP deadlines, where applicable, have been included. Events below range […]

FCAC open mic, February 25, 2017. Source: Donna Campbell Smith, FCAC.
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Franklin County Arts Council Celebrated Black History Month with Open Mic

February 27, 2017 Donna Campbell Smith

By Donna Campbell Smith, FCACarts.org Franklin County Arts Council’s Diversity Team brought singers and poets together for an open mic Saturday afternoon, February 25, 2017. The event celebrated Black History Month with a theme of […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County Library Programs for March 2017

February 27, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Will Robinson, Wilson County Public Library Wilson County Public library has released a list of upcoming programs offered to the public this March at the Main Library and county Branch libraries. In addition to the […]

East Wake Academy students taking a break at Kindred Spirits Farm, Zebulon NC. Photo: Kay Whatley
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East Wake Academy Spends a Morning with Kindred Spirits Farm

February 24, 2017 Kay Whatley

When East Wake Academy teacher, Jessie Weaver, sought a community service project, a parent referred her to Kindred Spirits Farm. The students needed to provide service, and the horse farm had work to be done. Students […]

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Eastern NC Vendor Opportunities in Spring 2017

February 24, 2017 Kay Whatley

Spring is around the corner. Warm days are increasing in Eastern North Carolina. Small businesses, organizations, farms, and handmade goods sellers who are seeking public vendor opportunities have spots opening soon. The list below shows […]

Nash County Courthouse front, Nashville, North Carolina.
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Rid Your Home of Papers, old Electronics, and More During Nash County Recycles Day

February 24, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount NC On Saturday, March 11, 2017, 10am-1pm, area residents have an opportunity to rid their homes of old electronics, unwanted and unused prescription drugs, paper, and more during […]

Honeybee photo. Source: NC Extension Service, www.ces.ncsu.edu
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Nash County Extension Accepting Beekeeping Essay Contest Entries

February 22, 2017 Kay Whatley

According to the Nash County Extension Service, this beekeeping essay contest is about to close, with entries due this Friday. Honey bees are hardworking, tirelessly gathering nectar and pollen to share with their hive. They […]

Teen Unity Summit flyer. Source: Chester B. Williams, ABC2 (edited for header).
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ABC2 World Changers to Hold First Teen Unity Summit

February 21, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Chester Williams, A Better Chance A Better Community (ABC2) ABC2 World Changers presents this first-annual Teen Unity Summit to bring together young people to highlight social issues impacting teens today. A focus on building self-awareness, self-esteem, a […]

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 — February 23-26

February 21, 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. Contact information or RSVP deadlines, where applicable, have been included. Events below range […]

RAFI Come to the Table 2017 Conference. Source: rafiusa.org, Pittsboro, North Carolina.
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RAFI Come to the Table Conference Offers Food, Faith, and Farm Advocacy

February 21, 2017 Kay Whatley

The Rural Advancement Foundation International (RAFI) 2017 Come to the Table Conference is a biennial gathering of food, faith, and farm advocates focused on relieving hunger and strengthening local, sustainable agriculture in North Carolina. This year’s conference […]

Rocky Mount Fire Department, crew shown in a 2016 photo. Source: Rocky Mount FD Facebook, North Carolina.
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Rocky Mount Fire Department 2016 Statistics Released

February 21, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount NC When your mission is “to serve the city of Rocky Mount by protecting lives and property through quality and excellence in service,” then it is vital to […]

Wendell NC Pecan Orchard. Source: Phillip A. Smith II, Wendell NC Parks and Recreation.
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Wendell NC Planning Arbor Day Celebrations

February 21, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Phillip A. Smith II, Wendell Parks and Recreation Mayor Virginia Gray proclaimed March 17, 2017, as Arbor Day for the Town of Wendell, North Carolina. The Wendell Tree Board plans to hold multiple events celebrating Arbor […]

Renderings of the proposed stage and memorial plaza at night. Source: Jonas Silver, PIO, Town of Knightdale NC.
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Knightdale Station Park Additions Announced: Stage and Veterans Memorial

February 20, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Jonas Silver, Town of Knightdale The Knightdale Town Council and Staff announced the design of a new permanent stage for Knightdale Station Park Amphitheater. The announcement was made on Saturday, February 18, 2017, at the council’s […]

East RegionalLibrary in Knightdale NC. Photo Source: WakeGOV.
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Upcoming Events for All Ages at Knightdale NC Library

February 17, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Brandy L. Hamilton, East Regional Library The Knightdale, North Carolina, library schedules activities for all ages, along with special services for adults. Upcoming events at East Regional Library are outlined below. These events are being held […]

A We Plant It Forward trees giveaway. Source: Terra Vita Stewards
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Free Trees Available at Raleigh Museum’s Reptile and Amphibian Day

February 17, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Maggie Bailey, We Plant it Forward We Plant It Forward will be stationed out in front of the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences giving out tree seedlings on March 11, 2017, 9am-4pm. People […]

Photo from 2016 International Festival of Cultures in Rocky Mount. Source: City of Rocky Mount, North Carolina.
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Rocky Mount’s Diversity to be Displayed at International Festival of Cultures

February 17, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount The cultural diversity of Rocky Mount will be on display Saturday, March 4, 2017, from noon to 4pm at Nash Community College’s Brown Auditorium during the International Festival […]

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 — February 16-19

February 14, 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. Contact information or RSVP deadlines, where applicable, have been included. Events below […]

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Rocky Mount, Down East to Hold Community Public Needs Hearings

February 13, 2017 Kay Whatley

The City of Rocky Mount and the Down East HOME Consortium receive annual Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment partnership (HOME) funding, respectively, through the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The city and […]

Prior year Nashville NC Blooming Festival photo shot on the main drag, W Washington Street. Photo by Frank Whatley.
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Nashville NC Blooming Festival will Kick Off with Arts Event

February 11, 2017 Kay Whatley

Annual Nashville Blooming Festival Held Mother’s Day Weekend Each Year By Kay Whatley, Editor The 21st Annual Nashville Blooming Festival is set for May 12-13, 2017. This big event takes over downtown Nashville, North Carolina, […]

Source: Edgecombe County Memorial Library, Tarboro NC.
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Edgecombe County NC Library to Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday

February 9, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Crystal Sessoms and Sue Howard, edgecombelibrary.org The Edgecombe County Memorial Library is holding a Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Celebration on March 4, 2017, 10am-noon. Kids of all ages are invited to join in this free event, which will feature Dr. […]

Knightdale Chamber of Commerce Logo, Knightdale NC.
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Knightdale Chamber to Hold 44th Annual Banquet & Awards Ceremony

February 9, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Patrice Bayyan, knightdalechamber.org The Knightdale Chamber of Commerce will hold its 44th Annual Banquet & Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, March 28, 2017. The event will kick-off with a Social Hour for networking at 5:30pm, followed by […]

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 — February 9-12

February 8, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor This list covers events from the eastern North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond. Contact information or RSVP deadlines, where applicable, have been included. Events […]

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AARP Free Tax Program Available through Wendell Senior Center

February 7, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Tanya Barrett, Eastern Wake Senior Center AARP’s Free Tax Program is designed for taxpayers with low and moderate income. Eastern Wake Senior Center is taking tax appointments for the Free Tax Program and helping local residents […]

ProTown BMX 2017 is in March, hosted by the Town of Wendell NC.
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Wendell NC Community Events Include Party, BMX, Arts & More

February 3, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Sherry L. Scoggins, Town of Wendell The Town of Wendell is planning a wide variety of Community Events. The fun begins March 4 and continues through April, with events listed below in chronological order. Party […]

Tarboro NC is in Edgecombe County. Source: www.edgecombecountync.gov.
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Keihin Carolina System Technology Expanding in Edgecombe County

February 2, 2017 Kay Whatley

Automotive Supplier will Add 42 Jobs and Invest More than $13 Million By Ford Porter, nc.gov Keihin Carolina System Technology will expand its automotive assembly operations in Edgecombe County, adding 42 jobs over the coming three […]

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Illustration of the new giant rat by Velizar Simeonovski, The Field Museum, Chicago IL.
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The Strange-ness: New, Giant Rat Species Found

September 28, 2017

A new species of rodent has been discovered — a rat more than four times standard size and weighing more than 2 lbs. This new mammal was found running from a felled tree in a […]

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The Strange-ness: 3,000+ Ducks Die in Washington State

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