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Bailey NC Water Tower. Photo Source: Bailey Chamber of Commerce Facebook photo.
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Communities Across NC Awarded $166 Million for Water and Sewer System Improvements, Bailey Included

February 19, 2020 Kay Whatley

88 Projects Funded with A Focus on Infrastructure Resiliency Governor Roy Cooper announced today that $166 million in loans and grants to help pay for 88 critical drinking water and wastewater projects. The projects are […]

The Country Doctor Museum entrance and gift shop, as seen from Peele Road, Bailey, NC. Photo: Kay Whatley
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“Twilight at the Museum” A Mix of Grisly Displays, History, and Goodies

October 20, 2019 Kay Whatley

On the evening of October 19, 2019, The Country Doctor Museum in Bailey, North Carolina invited the public to their “Twilight at the Museum” event. Volunteers in costume set the tone as families arrived to […]

Country Doctor Museum (Bailey NC) during special event April 30, 2016. Photo: Kay Whatley.
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Bailey, NC: The Country Doctor Museum to Hold “Twilight at the Museum” Event on Oct. 19

October 3, 2019 Kay Whatley

The Country Doctor Museum in Bailey, North Carolina is holding a special “spooky” evening. The family-friendly evening includes a tour, demonstrations, and activities that will highlight some of the museum’s more “gruesome medical artifacts” — […]

Pecan tree in the orchard at Lakeview Pecans, Bailey, North Carolina, November 2018. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Pecan Trees May Be Hard for Homeowners to Find for 2019 Planting

January 11, 2019 Kay Whatley

Thinking of planting pecan trees on your property? Well, if you order trees now, you might be able to plant in a year or two. The best time to plant pecan trees is in the […]

Zebulon NC farm-fresh squash (Wrenn's Farm), bacon (Oak Ridge Farm), posed with locally-canned goods. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Eastern NC Farms Offer Variety for Your Table

December 27, 2018 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley Eastern North Carolina is home to farms of all types. Depending on the season, they provide fresh produce, meats, and more — just about everything you need for your table, whether you’re […]

Marching band passing the crowd at the 2017 Christmas Parade in Zebulon NC. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Holiday Parades and Related Celebrations around the Area

November 1, 2018 Kay Whatley

There’s nothing like a parade! For the holiday season, town and city parades in North Carolina bring fire trucks, old cars, marchers, and sometimes horses out for the joy of the spectators. Often parades are […]

Eggs awaiting the hunt. Source: Town of Knightdale, North Carolina.
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Easter Egg Hunts and Events 2018 in Eastern NC

March 21, 2018 Kay Whatley

Area events planned around Eastern are listed below. For most of the hunts, parents are cautioned to let their children hunt on their own — without adult help in finding eggs. Some locations may allow […]

Bailey NC Water Tower. Photo Source: Bailey Chamber of Commerce Facebook photo.
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Bailey NC Chamber Holding Flea, Craft Fair on Apr. 22

April 18, 2017 Kay Whatley

It’s that time again! The Bailey Chamber of Commerce’s outdoor shopping experience is coming up this weekend. The annual Flea Market and Craft Fair is Saturday, April 22, 2017, 8am-2pm. Head to 6488 Main Street, in Bailey NC, […]

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Seven NC Towns Receive over $6 Million in Water/Sewer Grants

March 29, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Ken Raber, Envirolink Six North Carolina towns have collectively recently received over $6 million in water and sewer grants from the North Carolina Division of Water Infrastructure Authority.  According to Envirolink, a leading utility […]

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Rocky Mount NC & Five County Area Roads Flooded Following Hurricane Matthew

October 9, 2016 Kay Whatley

Public Asked to Proceed with Caution, Stay Home if Possible By Kay Whatley, Editor Folks, I know the sun is shining and you want to go see what shape your neighborhood is in and where […]

Bailey NC Chamber of Commerce Raffle will support the town parade later this year. First prize is a Henry “Evil Roy” Edition 22LR.
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Bailey NC Chamber Seeking Vendors, Entrants, for Holiday Happenings

August 26, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Bailey Chamber of Commerce in Bailey NC (Nash County), has prepared the kids for back-to-school and is now focusing on December holiday events. Applications are being accepted now for Christmas Parade entries and Christmas […]

Event Details from the Country Doctor Museum, Bailey NC.
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Country Doctor Museum Springfest and Plant Sale is April 30

April 19, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Country Doctor Museum is holding a Springfest and Plant Sale at the museum, with museum and garden tours, tea tastings, painting classes, and a plant sale. The 2016 Springfest and Plant Sale is April 30, 2016, 10am-4pm. […]

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Bailey NC Library Offers Classes

March 27, 2016 Kay Whatley

With the Wesley Privette Memorial Library now operating as a branch of Braswell Memorial Library, new classes are being offered. Basic Computer classes begin on April 14, 2016, and will be offered on the second Thursday of […]

Nash County Sheriff's Office needs public's help. MISSING PERSON FROM BAILEY NC.
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Missing Bailey NC Mother and Daughters FOUND SAFE

February 28, 2016 Kay Whatley

UPDATE: The Nash County Sheriff’s office issued an update late Sunday morning: Missing Person Update. Heather Lanfair and her twin daughters have been located and are doing fine. We have made contact with Heather. Heather […]

Bailey NC Water Tower. Photo Source: Bailey Chamber of Commerce Facebook photo.
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Bailey NC Chamber Plans 2016 Chamber Events

February 21, 2016 Kay Whatley

Planning Now for Events Through December The Bailey Chamber of Commerce has big plans for the Town of Bailey NC. The Chamber is planning events including a vendor market, car and truck show, town cleanup, and […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored (published Feb 5 2016)

February 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

Live Music (Fridays @ 7:30-10:30pm) Live music Fridays. At Showside Grill & Bakery, 102 N Pine Street, Spring Hope. Live Music Saturdays (Feb 20 @ 7pm) Live music some Saturday nights. At Westridge Grill, 3629 Sunset Ave, […]

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Bailey Cafe Customers Pay It Forward

October 9, 2015 Guest Author or Contributor

By Cullen Gurganus The most amazing series of acts of kindness took place October 5, 2015, in the Bailey Cafe, when one small act led to more than a dozen. A long time and loyal […]

Country Doctor Museum (Bailey NC) during special event April 30, 2016. Photo: Kay Whatley.
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A Little Bit of History: Country Doctor Museum

June 1, 2013 Kay Whatley

Driving along US 264, a signpost announces the Country Doctor Museum. Locals and visitors alike may be intrigued by this sign, and decide to take the Bailey NC exit and check out this history museum. According to […]

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The Strange-ness: Endangered Species Condoms Given Away for World Population Day

July 3, 2017

New Museum Program Highlights Effect of Human Population Growth on Wildlife By Sarah Baillie, endangeredearth.org Hundreds of free Endangered Species Condoms will be given away at Chicago’s Lincoln Park  Zoo on Thursday, July 6, 2017, as […]

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The Strange-ness: Red Rain

December 1, 2012

Multiple “red rains” have fallen on India since summertime. As recently as mid-November, these colored rains were still being reported. Residents in several cities in India have reported red rain and their concerns as to what may be […]

Reindeer bodies litter the slope following the lightning strike. Source: miljodirektoratet.no.
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The Strange-ness: Lightning Kills Reindeer Herd in Norway

August 29, 2016

According to the Norwegian Environmental Agency, lightning killed several hundred reindeer. The herd on Hardangervidda — a mountain plateau — was hit by lightning Friday, August 23, 2016. The herd included males and females, including seventy calves. […]

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