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The Wayne County Museum in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Source: Jennifer Kuykendall
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Goldsboro, NC: Wayne County Museum Launches New Virtual Programming

December 20, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Goldsboro, North Carolina’s Wayne County Museum, is launching new virtual exhibit tours and “living library” history interviews on their YouTube channel and website. The Museum’s new updated digital platform will allow “visitors” to enjoy their […]

David Duong of Oak Ridge Farms during a Winter farm market day. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Farm & Holiday Markets in Clayton, Zebulon, Rocky Mount & Wake Forest on Dec. 12

December 11, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor There will be a few farm and holiday markets open this weekend. Stop by to #ShopLocal and pick up farm goods for holiday meals and handmade/homemade items for gift-giving. While […]

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper. Source: NC Office of the Governor.
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Following the Data, North Carolina Will Remain Paused in Phase 3

October 21, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Governor & Health Officials urge North Carolinians to Recommit to Prevention Efforts North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced on October 21, 2020 that North Carolina will remain paused in Phase 3 for three more weeks […]

Squash for sale at a farm market. Photo: Kay Whatley, 2019
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Rocky Mount, Louisburg, and Other Farmers Markets Open Oct. 16 or 17

October 16, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential, and will be open this weekend offering local farm goods, handmade, and homemade items. While we check for current times/dates, it’s possible an update is missed. […]

NC News. Photos: Frank and Kay Whatley
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North Carolina: Applications Open for New Rent and Utility Assistance Program

October 16, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

On October 15, 2020, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced that applications are being accepted for the North Carolina Housing Opportunities and Prevention of Evictions (HOPE) Program, which will assist eligible low- and moderate-income renters […]

Pumpkins, ornamental. Photo: Kay Whatley.
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Looking for Pumpkins? Local Farmers Markets and Pumpkin Patches Open Sept. 26

September 25, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Fall has arrived, and with it pumpkins galore. Varieties of pie-pumpkins and ornamentals may be purchased at farmers markets, farm stands, and pumpkin patches across North Carolina. In the local […]

Produce from local farms for sale at market. Photo: Kay Whatley, 2019
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Local Farmers Markets and Artisan Events Sept. 18-19

September 17, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential, and will be open this weekend offering local farm goods, handmade, and homemade items. Plus, several artisan markets will be open to shop various goods, enjoy […]

Treat at the North Carolina State Fair 2017. May not reflect item available during 2020 Drive-thru Fair Food Days. Photo: Nadia Ethier
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Raleigh, NC: State Fairgrounds to Offer Drive-thru Fair Food Aug. 29-30

August 26, 2020 Kay Whatley

The North Carolina State Fair may be far off in 2021, but  fair foods will be available at the fairgrounds this weekend. NC State Fair has added two new “Drive-thru Fair Food Days” to their […]

Produce at a farmer's market. Source: Kay Whatley.
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Shop Local at Area Farmers Markets Aug. 13-15

August 12, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential, and will be open this weekend offering local farm goods, handmade, and homemade items. Plus, this Saturday is National Honey Bee Day, and honey may be […]

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Updated: Rocky Mount, NC Drive-thru School Supplies Giveaway

August 10, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

PLEASE NOTE: The Rocky Mount Police Department will hold a Drive-Thru School Supplies Giveaway on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, 4-6pm, in the parking lot of the Frederick E. Turnage Municipal Building. The event is for […]

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Editorial: Loss of Lives Due to Covid-19 Felt throughout Communities

August 2, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  As of this writing, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has the count of deaths in the US, due to the coronavirus pandemic, as 152,870* people. That’s hard to imagine. News […]

SPCA Wake offers increased pet food assistance with grant from The Petco Foundation. Source: SPCA of Wake County, North Carolina
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SPCA Wake Increases Pet Food Assistance to Help Pet Owners in Need During Pandemic

August 1, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Recent grant from the Petco Foundation funds crucial department during this time Many families are struggling to make ends meet, but the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) of Wake County is […]

Local produce at a NC farmers market. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Farmers Markets in Wilson, Nash, & Nearby Counties Open on Aug. 1

July 31, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential, and markets will be open this Saturday with a variety of local farm goods and handmade/homemade items. Follow coronavirus safety precautions in place. Be safe for […]

Wrenn's Farm strawberries at a farmers market. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Nash and Franklin County Farmers Markets, Other Nearby Markets, Open July 24 or 25

July 23, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential, and markets will be open this weekend offering local farm goods, handmade, and homemade items in: Friday: Louisburg and Whitakers, North Carolina Saturday: Clayton, Goldsboro, Rocky […]

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper. Source: NC Office of the Governor.
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NC Governor Cooper: Congress Needs to Act Now and Extend Unemployment Benefits for Struggling Workers 

July 23, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

By Governor Roy Cooper Next week, thousands of North Carolinians who are out of work due to COVID-19 will see a drastic reduction in their unemployment benefits despite this pandemic being far from over. The […]

NC News. Photos: Frank and Kay Whatley
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North Carolina K-12 Public Schools to Require Key Safety Measures to Allow In-person Instruction 

July 14, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Districts may choose to conduct school entirely by remote learning North Carolina will continue to pause in Safer At Home Phase 2 for three more weeks North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department […]

The Astreea Pedal Hand Sanitizer Dispenser is touchless, requires no batteries, and uses any hand sanitizer product. Source: Astreea North America
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Foot-pedal Hand Sanitizer Dispenser Touted as “A Work of Art”

July 8, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  Upscale brands, historic landmarks, and high-end properties alike are turning to the Astreea pedal hand sanitizer dispenser to help protect their guests. With its modern, brushed steel design, Astreea complements its surroundings while its […]

Source: Bill Crabtree, Town of Wake Forest (North Carolina)
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UPDATED: COVID-19 Testing Offered in WF Renaissance Centre Parking Lot Jun. 30-Jul. 1

June 26, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  UPDATE: In anticipation of a strong community response and a desire to reduce wait times, pre-registration is now strongly encouraged. To schedule your appointment, complete the COVID-19 Request for Testing Form at www.wakeforestnc.gov/covid-19-coronavirus/covid-19-testing. Anyone […]

North Carolina - Staying Ahead of the Curve. Source: Office of the Governor
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North Carolina Pauses in Safer At Home Phase 2, Adds Statewide Requirement for Face Coverings

June 25, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

As virus continues to spread, state will not yet move into Phase 3 On June 24, 2020, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and NC Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mandy Cohen announced that […]

Source: Town of Knightdale, NC.
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Knightdale, NC: Face Coverings Required While in Public Spaces

June 18, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  Due to the rise in COVID-19 infections, especially in Knightdale, North Carolina and immediately adjacent areas of Raleigh, the Knightdale Town Council authorized Mayor James Roberson, to update the Town’s State of Emergency Declaration, […]

Zebulon Farm Fresh Market's Spring 2020 location at Vance Street and Arendell Avenue. Source: Sheila Long, Town of Zebulon, NC
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Zebulon, Rocky Mount, and More: Farmers Markets Open June 12,13

June 11, 2020 Kay Whatley

  Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential, and markets in the Five County area and beyond. Markets will be open this weekend offering local farm goods, handmade, and homemade items in Louisburg, […]

Source: Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Cancels Public Events Until September 1

June 11, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  On June 10, 2020, the Library of Congress in Washington, DC, announced that it will cancel all scheduled public events at the Library until September 1, 2020 as part of its ongoing efforts to […]

Fruits at the Zebulon Farm Fresh Market. Source: Cindy Brookshire
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Area Farmers Markets Open June 5,6 include Whitakers, NC

June 1, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential, and markets in the Five County area / Inner Coastal Plains will be open this weekend with continued coronavirus safety precautions in place. Joining the Saturday […]

Flags at half staff. Photo: Kay Whatley
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NC to Observe Day of Mourning, to Honor People who Passed from COVID-19, on June 1

June 1, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper encourages all North Carolinians to honor June 1, 2020 as a Day of Mourning to grieve the 100,000 people in America, including almost 1,000 in our state, who have lost […]

North Carolina - Staying Ahead of the Curve. Source: Office of the Governor
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North Carolina Phase 2, Safer At Home, begins at 5pm on May 22

May 21, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

As Key Indicators Remain Stable, North Carolina Moves to Safer At Home Phase 2: Easing Restrictions on Travel, Business Operations, and Mass Gatherings North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and the NC Department of Health and […]

Wrenn's Farm strawberries at a farmers market. Photo: Kay Whatley
farmgarden

Wendell, NC Farmers Market, Other Local Markets Open May 16

May 15, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential. Under the North Carolina safety recommendations, farmers markets are essential, and markets in the Five County area / Inner Coastal Plains will be open this Saturday, […]

North Carolina - Staying Ahead of the Curve. Source: Office of the Governor
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North Carolina Enters “Phase 1” of Easing Coronavirus Restrictions on May 8

May 7, 2020 Kay Whatley

Governor Cooper Announces Modified Stay At Home Order and Transition to Phase 1 of Easing Restrictions Personal care businesses, entertainment venues, gyms to remain closed   On May 5, 2020, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper […]

Zebulon Farm Fresh Market's Spring 2020 location at Vance Street and Arendell Avenue. Source: Sheila Long, Town of Zebulon, NC
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Farmers Markets in Clayton, Rocky Mount, Wake Forest, Wilson and Zebulon Open May 2

April 30, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential. Under the North Carolina safety recommendations, farmers markets are essential, and markets in the Five County area / Inner Coastal Plains will be open this Saturday, […]

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    Common Grackle Photograph Wins North Carolina Wildlife Photo Competition
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    December 3, 2020
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    December 3, 2020
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    December 3, 2020
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    December 2, 2020
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The Strange-ness: Researchers Sequence Genomes of Parasite That Is Actually a ‘Micro Jellyfish’

December 3, 2015

Released by Brendan M. Lynch, KU News Service It’s a shocking discovery that may redefine how scientists interpret what it means to be an animal. This week in the Proceedings of the National Academy of […]

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The Strange-ness: Drilling Rocks on Mars

October 9, 2015

On Tuesday, Sept. 29, NASA’s Curiosity Mars rover drilled its eighth hole on Mars, and its fifth since reaching Mount Sharp one year ago. The drilling of the hole 2.6-inches (65 millimeters) deep in a […]

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The Strange-ness: Pigeons with Backpacks Check Pollution Levels

March 16, 2016

Released by Romain Lacombe, Founder & CEO, Plume Labs   Plume Labs, a technology company that helps individuals track and reduce their exposure to air pollution, is to launch the first ever flock of pollution-monitoring pigeons across London. […]

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