NASA released its first digital, interactive graphic novel on Saturday, September 25, 2021, in celebration of National Comic Book Day. “First Woman: NASA’s Promise for Humanity” imagines the story of Callie Rodriguez, the first woman […]
The Town of Nashville, North Carolina has a calendar full of October fun at the library, the park, and around downtown. Enjoy music, a festival, an outdoor movie, hike a trail, or craft — and […]
On September 23, 2021, Honeywell announced its latest innovation in robotic technology designed to help warehouses and distribution centers automate the manual process of unloading pallets, reducing the operational risks of potential injuries and labor […]
Altice USA, parent company of Suddenlink, donated over $12,500 worth of iPads to the Boys & Girls Club of the Tar River Region to increase access to virtual classroom opportunities, connectivity, and online curriculum for […]
Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor This weeks things-to-do listing may include in-person events in the North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, or beyond — unique coastal or mountain events are […]
Shifts from feast to famine contributed to Adélie penguin population boom or bust over 6,000 years Preserved penguin poo may be the key to connecting past Antarctic Ocean conditions and penguin populations, shedding light on how the […]
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. will create 290 new jobs in Pitt County, North Carolina, Governor Roy Cooper announced on September 14, 2021. The company will invest $154 million to expand its pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in […]
Dozens of concepts are being presented at this year’s NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts Symposium, including eight led by technologists from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. NASA missions make it seem like the future is now — […]
The Saturday in the Park concert series returned to the Knightdale Station Park Amphitheater with its first concert on September 11, 2021. Two additional concerts are planned, with craft vendors and food trucks in addition […]
The Town of Wake Forest and Wake Forest Power (WFP) are joining more than 2,000 not-for-profit utilities in celebrating Public Power Week October 3-9, 2021. Although this year’s Energy Expo and other in-person customer appreciation […]
The 16th-annual Youngsville Fall Festival and Car Show is Saturday, September 25, 2021, starting at 9am and continuing until 3pm. Check out the Craft Show, and walk around the Car Show entries and watch the […]
By Cindy Brookshire (Activate Selma NC) and Billy Roach (Selma Parks and Recreation) On Tuesday, August 24, 2021, volunteers from Selma Parks and Recreation, Activate Selma, local businesses and Lowe’s of Smithfield endured the heat […]
Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor This weeks things-to-do listing may include in-person events in the North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, or beyond — unique coastal or mountain events are […]
The Town of Selma Parks and Recreation Department has announced that the Grand Marshal for the Railroad Days Parade will be Ms. Deborah Baker. Deborah is the director of Baker School of Dance in Pine […]
Chris Pugh, the founder of CB Pugh Enterprises LLC and the Pugh Builders General Contractors (GC) Academy located in Raleigh, North Carolina, commences the Pugh Builders GC Academy “Seminars Tour” to different cities in the […]
The Johnston County Heritage Center, located in Smithfield, North Carolina, has opened the Call for Submissions for Johnston County-related short stories, essays, and poems. Entries will be judged, and selected writings included in the inaugural […]
Mark your calendars for a cinematic tour de force. The Third Annual Wake Forest Film Festival is scheduled for March 4-5, 2022, at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S Brooks Street, Wake Forest, North […]
Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor This weeks things-to-do listing may include in-person events in the North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, or beyond — unique coastal or mountain events are […]
Ghost Walk Tickets On Sale Beginning Sept. 8 If you’re looking for a “hauntingly” good time this fall season, then don’t miss the “Spirits of Wake Forest” ghost walk in downtown Wake Forest, North Carolina. […]
The Legacy Brand Name Honors US Marines and Armed Forces DEVIL-DOG® Dungarees is a family business with a history of service. The company was founded by Louis Rosenstock, a WWI veteran, who named his line […]
Art classes for elementary students and adults will be offered by the Franklin County Arts Council at its Gallery on the Hill, located at 99 South Bickett Blvd, Louisburg, North Carolina. To register and pay […]
Murray Wise Associates LLC, Kander LLC, and National Land Realty acted as broker and transactional advisors in connection with the sale of a 4,528 acre farm located in Pamlico County, North Carolina to Promised Land Opportunity Zone […]
The Town of Knightdale is partnering with WakeMed and the Wake County Public Health Department to host a free webinar on COVID-19 vaccinations on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, 6-7pm. The webinar, “COVID-19 Vaccines: Separating Fact […]
On Thursday, September 2, 2021, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper signed three criminal justice reform bills into law: House Bill 436: Support Law Enforcement Mental Health (click for PDF) House Bill 536: Law Enforcement Duty […]
North Carolina is sending National Guard personnel to help Louisiana after the catastrophic effects of Hurricane Ida. The 113th Combat Support Sustainment Battalion (CSSB) Headquarters from Lenoir is deploying approximately 65 personnel to the Gulf […]
From Reggae to Motown and Salsa to Jazz, there’s something for all music lovers at this year’s Six Sundays in Fall concert series. Sponsored by the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department […]
Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor This weeks things-to-do listing may include in-person events in the North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, or beyond — unique coastal or mountain events are […]
Governor Cooper Visits Clinic on First Day of Distribution of Additional Shots to North Carolinians who are Immunocompromised North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper visited a drive-thru vaccine clinic hosted by the Nash County Health Department […]
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