Fisheries biologists with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission continue to document widespread fish kills in eastern North Carolina in the wake of Hurricane Florence. The fish kills are the result of significant declines in […]
Years of planning and labor will be on display Thursday, October 25, 2018, when the city of Rocky Mount, North Carolina celebrates the grand opening of the Rocky Mount Event Center. Headlining the celebration will […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor The Love One Another program is holding a fashion show in Wilson, North Carolina, and the Call for Models is open. Would you love to walk the runway? Now is the time […]
Are you frustrated with querying publishers and agents about your novel? Why not publish it yourself? Turn your bright ideas into books. Author Donna Campbell Smith will lead a self-publishing workshop on Saturday, October 27, […]
By Anisa Banks, Student/Reviewer We have been fortunate to come to the Haunted Field of Screams in Thornton, Colorado for the past three years, and it never seems to disappoint. The three haunted attractions are […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor Area Chambers of Commerce, business groups, and local businesses/organizations hold educational events and provide free business training or networking opportunities. Events listed below may take place in the five-county area — […]
“Victorian Mourning Practices” Presentation and Social Scheduled for Oct. 27 Forget vampires and monsters. In advance of Halloween, immerse yourself in a real, unusual, and slightly creepy part of the Victorian Era by attending a […]
AtWork Group, a rapidly growing national staffing franchise announced today the opening of its new office in Knightdale, North Carolina, extending the company’s reach within the greater Raleigh, North Carolina area. The franchise location is owned and operated […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor Rocky Mount Event Center’s Grand Opening celebration on Thursday, October 25, 2018, 4:30-8pm, is free and the public is invited. This special event will include three musical performances. Come and enjoy amazing […]
Below are some of the Eastern, North Carolina Fall events planned around the five county area and beyond. (Five Counties = Franklin, Johnston, Nash, Wake, and Wilson; beyond may include Edgecombe, Wayne, and others) Events […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor This list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond (Inner Coastal Plains-Five County area of Eastern NC). While most listed events are free […]
“Ambassadors of Goodwill” will visit troops in Middle East as part of Annual tour of US Military bases The world famous Harlem Globetrotters are set to embark on their annual tour of US overseas military bases with […]
Warriors gather to pack 700 meals during food bank volunteer program Wounded veterans and their families gathered to provide needed meals to 700 people in Cape Fear Valley. This group from Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) meets […]
“Moonlight in the Garden” returns to JC Raulston Arboretum for a seven-night exhibition For seven nights in November, the magical lighting exhibition Moonlight in the Garden will illuminate and showcase JC Raulston Arboretum at North […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor Quilt Trails showcasing patterns used in quilting are springing up across the United States. Painted wooden blocks depicting quilt styles are hung outdoors on barns, old buildings, and private locations — […]
The National Pumpkin Festival returns to Spring Hope, North Carolina for its 47th year. The annual festival will be held October 5-6, 2018 in downtown. Every year, this wonderful family event meshes the best of fall […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor This list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond (Inner Coastal Plains-Five County area of Eastern NC). While most listed events are free […]
Although many communities are lifting evacuation orders and cleaning up following Hurricane Florence, Governor Roy Cooper today alerted North Carolinians that major flooding is still occurring across many rivers in North Carolina, including the Lumber, Cape […]
Tall One Outreach Ministries and Summerville Promotion & Production Co. present the Award- Winning Gospel Stage Play “Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child” Part 2, written and produced by Dr. Mildred Summerville and directed by Trina […]
East Regional Library, located at 946 Steeple Square Court, Knightdale, North Carolina, offers events for all ages. See upcoming events in the below listing. Library hours are: Monday-Thursday 9am-9pm Friday 10am-6pm Saturday 10am-6pm Sunday 1pm-5 pm With […]
Make a 55 Gallon Rain Barrel. Set it up at home and start conserving water. On Wednesday, September 26, 2018, 6:15-7:15pm, Terra Vita Stewards staff will be at Lake Crabtree County Park conducting a rain barrel […]
The Coast Guard and partner agencies rescued an injured sea turtle Tuesday approximately two miles southeast of Plantation Key island, Florida. Watchstanders with Coast Guard Station Islamorada received a call at approximately 2pm from the Turtle Hospital reporting an […]
On Friday, October 19, 2018, 6-8pm, the Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) Writer’s Guild will hold a social event with a “Six Pack of Authors” — local authors with recently published books. Come and meet representatives […]
Voted Denver’s favorite corn maze, the rural fall event opens September 28 On Friday, September 28, 2018, Maize in the City (MITC), voted Denver’s favorite corn maze, will open for the 2018 season. Built into a 40-acre […]
Featuring four contrasting attractions, the park opens September 21 On Friday, September 21, 2018, the Haunted Field of Screams (HFOS) opens as an all-new scream park for the 2018 season. Built into a 40-acre corn […]
Effective 8am Tuesday, September 11, 2018, the Coast Guard Captain of the Port (COTP) set port condition X-ray for the Port of Charleston, South Carolina, and all other terminals and facilities due to the expectation of […]
UPDATE: A cancellation has been issued for this event. No new date has been announced, as yet. _____ Dog owners are invited for an afternoon of fun with their pets during the city of Rocky […]
Elizabeth City State University, Winston Salem State University, and the city of Rocky Mount have announced that all events for the 21st Down East Football Viking Classic scheduled for Sept. 12-15, 2018 have been cancelled […]
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