Ten employees of the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) were sworn in as Foreign Service Officers during a July 13, 2016, ceremony at USDA headquarters in Washington. The new officers include […]
From July to October, join the fun in Historic Downtown Wilson NC for First Fridays on the Lawn, a free community concert offering music diversity alongside family entertainment and educational opportunities. Residents of the Wilson community come […]
Released by Tameka Kenan-Norman, rockymountnc.gov For the fifth consecutive year, the Rockin’ Classic Auto & Motorcycle Expo is set to cruise into the city of Rocky Mount NC. On July 30, 2016, beginning at 10am on Main […]
Spend the Day Celebrating Craft Beer and BBQ in a Big Way Released by Maria Vanderkolk, arvada.org For craft beer and BBQ enthusiasts, this is the place to be. Arvada on Tap: A Craft Beer and […]
Knightdale, North Carolina’s Public Information Officer is stepping down after nearly three years to join the faculty at Campbell University. Brian Bowman will teach media and communications courses beginning next month. The candidate search is now […]
Released by Guy Webster (Jet Propulsion Laboratory), Dwayne Brown and Laurie Cantillo (NASA) After an extensive review process and passing a major development milestone, NASA is ready to proceed with final design and construction of its next […]
ConAgra Foods Recalls P.F. Chang’s Home Menu Frozen Chicken and Beef Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination Released by Veronika Medina and Sarah R. Lichtman, fsis.usda.gov A recall issued July 6, 2016, has been expanded to additional […]
By Riley Ethier An exciting, new church began in the Raleigh-Durham area when a group of Christians planted Oak Hill Church on June 12, 2016. Lead pastor and founder Keith Wagner planted the church after […]
Contributed by Joetta L. Pittman, Braswell-Library.org July 1st Tuesday The July 5, 2016, workshop on Cybersecurity for Small Businesses covered many important points. It’s amazing what we don’t do to protect our business online! Here is a small sample […]
Released by Mike Porras, CPW NW Region PIO Volunteers can help maintain trails, earn a free night of camping at State Forest State Park. Colorado Parks and Wildlife is looking for volunteers to help maintain […]
On July 11, 2016, North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory signed into law HB 972, which allows law enforcement agencies to keep officer worn body camera footage from the public unless ordered to release the footage […]
Released by Kathleen Sullivan, selcnc.org On behalf of the Sunset Beach Taxpayers Association and North Carolina Coastal Federation, the Southern Environmental Law Center filed a request for a hearing with the NC Division of Coastal […]
Honors 12 Fallen Marines and Sponsors Service Canines for Wounded Vets A woman who was born without a left hand and therefore was denied enlistment in the military will pedal 12 times around Oahu alone […]
At Nina’s Wing Corner, the main challenge is deciding what flavor — or flavors — to add to your chicken wings. Their wing flavor list includes more than 30 sauces and dry rubs, ranging from mild to intensely hot. Daring […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor One lump or two? Would you like Wi-Fi with that? Stop by for a tea break at the Oak Park tea room. For about five dollars, you can get a pot of […]
Heat Relief/Fan Give Away On July 1, 2016, the Town of Tarboro announced that it has acquired fans to be given away to help Senior Tarboro NC residents deal with the summer heat. To receive a […]
Contributed by Natalie Stachon, Meg Jenkins Locke, and Bill Bost The Crossing at Hollar Mill will be the new home for Acoustic Stage. Focusing primarily on acoustic music by national acts and music that has its roots in folk, […]
By Donna Campbell Smith, FCAC Assistant Coordinator Franklin County Arts Council’s Afternoon Tea with the Artist will feature their third artist of this summer series. They invite the public visit with artist Clina Polloni at the […]
The Knightdale Chamber of Commerce class, “Maximizing Your Company’s On-Line Presence,” is scheduled for July 19, 2016, 10-11:30am. Members will learn how to: Maximize your company’s brand on the Chamber’s website Increase your brand awareness to drive […]
Contributed by Stephen Moen “I wish…” It’s such a harmless thing to make a wish. Or is it? Activate Drama takes you into the world of fairy tale with two performances of Stephen Sondheim’s and James […]
Free Three-Day Festival Includes Native Cooking Symposium, Food Tastings and Artist Demonstrations Released by Lisa Austin and Casey Smith, Smithsonian Institute The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian brings the best of traditional knowledge and traditions to […]
Released by Jessie Birckhead, ncwildlife.org The NC Wildlife Resources Commission, along with NC State Cooperative Extension and USDA Wildlife Services, is holding two coyote conflict management workshops for landowners who want to learn about available […]
Released by City of Arvada Public Safety In a continuing effort to serve all areas of Arvada, Colorado, the Arvada Police Animal Management Unit will host its next pet licensing clinic at the Lake Arbor Community […]
Released by NC Dept. of Transportation North Carolina officials welcomed the largest containership to visit the Port of Wilmington. The Hanjin Baltimore, measuring 984 feet in length and 140 feet in width, is the first […]
Red Cross Reports Critical Blood Shortage; Blood, Platelet Donors Needed Now The American Red Cross issued an emergency appeal July 5, 2016, asking eligible blood and platelet donors to give as soon as possible. Right now, […]
Call for General Dentists to Declare Their Independence from the American Dental Association Released by Dean Rotbart, Team 1500 Inspired by America’s Declaration of Independence, a group of dentists and other concerned healthcare professionals are calling […]
The Nashville Chamber of Commerce invites local chamber members, residents, and public servants to come together for coffee on the first Friday of each month. Come to the Nashville Exchange Steakhouse and Cafe, 229 W […]
USDA Estimates Annual Honey Consumption of Nearly One Pound Per Person Released by Jessica Schindler, nhb.org According to latest data from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the National Honey Board announces that honey consumption […]
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