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The Imperial Centre for the Arts & Sciences, Rocky Mount NC. It is located on the former sites of the Imperial Tobacco Company and old city library. Source: imperialcentre.org.
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Imperial Centre Closing Dates and Upcoming Exhibits

December 29, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount NC The Maria V. Howard Arts Center and the Children’s Museum and Science Center will close January 1-28, 2017, for maintenance and an exhibit changeover. The Imperial Centre for […]

Source: Center for Biological Diversity
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10,000 Free Endangered Species Condoms Giveaway for New Year’s Eve

December 29, 2016 Kay Whatley

Nonprofit Says Condoms Highlight Need for Reproductive Rights to Combat Wildlife Extinction, Unsustainable Human Population Growth By Leigh Moyer, biologicaldiversity.org As Americans mark the end of 2016 and prepare for the inauguration of President-elect Donald […]

I Dream logo. Source: City of Rocky Mount, North Carolina.
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“I Dream” Concerts Headed to Rocky Mount NC

December 28, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount Rocky Mount’s rich history as part of the Civil Rights movement has garnered nationwide attention in the last few years. With North Carolina State University’s Dr. Jason Miller’s restoration […]

ProTown BMX 2017 is in March, hosted by the Town of Wendell NC.
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Movies, Princesses and BMX Coming to Wendell in 2017

December 19, 2016 Kay Whatley

**UPDATED December 19 from original December 9 post.** By Sherry L. Scoggins, Town of Wendell The Town of Wendell is planning community events for the coming year. Below is information on three events in early 2017. […]

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East Wake Senior Center Hosts Multiple Events

December 15, 2016 Kay Whatley

Activities for fun, health, or education are being hosting at East Wake Senior Center in 2017. Call Tanya Barrett of the EWSC 919.365.4248 for more information or to register for any of these offerings. Unless otherwise noted, […]

Braswell Memorial Library in Rocky Mount NC holds programs for all ages. Source: Braswell Facebook page.
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Upcoming SCORE Business Tax Workshop at Braswell Memorial Library

December 15, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Joetta L Pittman, Braswell Memorial Public Library SCORE and Braswell Memorial Library will be hosting seminars geared toward small business owners, nonprofit managers, ENC Small Business Centers, and schools. Registration is open for “Tax Implications […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — December 15-18

December 15, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor This list covers events from the North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond. In addition to the events below, the North Carolina State Fairgrounds is hosting […]

Source: Edgecombe County Memorial Library, Tarboro NC.
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Tarboro Library Offers Free Musical Discovery Program on Dec. 20

December 9, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Crystal Sessoms, Edgecombe County Memorial Library The Edgecombe County Memorial Library is hosting a “Musical Discovery Program” with support from the North Carolina Symphony’s Bassist, Erik Dyke. Demonstrations and hands-on activities take place December 20, […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — December 9-11

December 8, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor This list covers events from the North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond. In addition to the events below, the North Carolina State Fairgrounds is hosting […]

Zebulon House giving day was December 3, 2016.
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Zebulon House Giving Day Held, Just in Time for Christmas

December 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, with Susan Aceti and Pat Kendrick The morning of December 3, 2016, visitors crowded into the Zebulon House residential assisted-living center with food and gifts, and to spend time together. Every residents received […]

Rudolph's Holiday Rodeo, December 4, 2016, at Knightdale Station Park. Photo: Kay Whatley.
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Food Trucks Rodeo Raises Funds for Area Meals on Wheels

December 5, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor The RDU Food Truck Association filled Knightdale Station Park with tasty foods with a goal of raising funds for Meals on Wheels of Wake County. On December 4, 2016, from noon […]

Source: Edgecombe County Memorial Library, Tarboro NC.
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Edgecombe Library Hosts Tar River Christmas on Dec. 8

December 1, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Crystal Sessoms, Edgecombe County Memorial Library Join the fun with a “Tar River Christmas 2016” — a Musical Winter Event with Stocks Elementary — at the Edgecombe County Memorial Library! On December 8, 2016, enjoy music, […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — December 1-4

November 30, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor This list covers events from the North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond. In addition to the events below, the North Carolina State Fairgrounds is hosting […]

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NC Symposium Examines Human-Animal Health Connections

November 21, 2016 Kay Whatley

One Medicine Symposium Returns for 13th Year Dr. Anna Allen, NCDA&CS Emergency Programs Division Veterinarians, physicians and other health professionals will gather in Durham next month to learn more about the intersection of human and animal […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson NC Library to Hold Teen and Adult Events, Plan Book Club

November 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

Wilson County Public Library is holding a number of programs in November and December at the main branch library. The Wilson County Public Library’s main branch is located at 249 Nash Street W, in Wilson, North Carolina. All programs […]

Photo of Veterans Day 2014 ceremony in Wilson NC. Photo by Frank Whatley.
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Eastern North Carolina Veterans Day Events Planned

November 6, 2016 Kay Whatley

Multiple events in Eastern North Carolina will honor veterans and their service to the US. While some services have already been held this past weekend, these events are coming up on Veterans Day or the […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — Nov. 4-6

November 2, 2016 Kay Whatley

Things to do in North Carolina this weekend. While most events listed are in the Five County Stadium area and surrounding towns, some events are in other parts of the state. The Grey Area News has attempted to confirm […]

Photo Contest Celebration flyer. Source: Braswell Memorial Library, Rocky Mount NC.
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Rocky Mount NC Library Clubs Invite Participation

October 26, 2016 Kay Whatley

Braswell Memorial Library in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, hosts several club which meet monthly. Come and find out what they are all about. All three clubs are free and open to the public, and there is […]

Dracula rescheduled due to Hurricane Matthew, new dates released. Source: Imperial Centre, Rocky Mount NC.
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“Dracula” Rescheduled in Rocky Mount NC, 50% of Proceeds to Benefit United Way

October 24, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount The city of Rocky Mount has rescheduled the performances of “Dracula.” Based on the novel by Bram Stoker and directed by Brooke Edwards, artistic and managing director for the […]

The Imperial Centre for the Arts & Sciences, Rocky Mount NC. It is located on the former sites of the Imperial Tobacco Company and old city library. Source: imperialcentre.org.
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First Friday Returns to the Imperial Centre on Nov. 4

October 23, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount In an ongoing effort to draw more residents to downtown, the city of Rocky Mount and the Imperial Centre for the Arts and Sciences will host a second annual […]

NC State Fair Flyer, new for 2016. Photo: Kay Whatley.
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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — Oct. 21-23

October 20, 2016 Kay Whatley

Things to do in North Carolina this weekend. While most events listed are in the Five County Stadium area and surrounding towns, some events are in other parts of the state. The Grey Area News has attempted to confirm […]

A scene from the 2015 Dogtoberfest in the Town of Knightdale. Source/Copyright: All rights reserved by Knightdale NC.
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Knightdale Fall and Holiday Events Planned

October 18, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Megan Thornton, Recreation Program Supervisor, Town of Knightdale The Town of Knightdale offers fun for all ages, for humans and their pups, and prepares for the holidays. Upcoming events and parade entry information are included below. […]

Wilson Botanical Gardens' Halloween event flyer 2016.
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Halloween Treats at the Wilson NC Botanical Gardens

October 16, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Extension Master Gardeners The Wilson County Master Gardeners present Halloween Treats at the Wilson Botanical Gardens, an outdoor event celebrating traditional Halloween activities on Sunday, October 30, 2016, 5-7:30pm. Community arts organizations will set up decorated […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — Oct. 14-16

October 14, 2016 Kay Whatley

Things to do in North Carolina this weekend. While most events listed are in the Five County Stadium area and surrounding towns, some events are in other parts of the state. The Grey Area News has attempted to confirm […]

Farmer harvesting industrial hemp. Source: NC Industrial Hemp Association, ncindhemp.org
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1st NC Industrial Hemp Association Meeting Postponed from Nov. 1

October 6, 2016 Kay Whatley

**UPDATE received Oct. 6, 2016, from the North Carolina Industrial Hemp Association (NCIHA): “We have been advised that the North Caroline Industrial Hemp Commission has been Appointed in full! The NCIHA is making efforts to meet with the [state] NCIHC in the near future. “Our originally scheduled Nov. 1st Meeting of the NCIHA has been postponed with a […]

Eastern Carolina BBQ Throw Down trophies. Source: City of Rocky Mount NC. Credit: Garry Hodges.
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BBQ Throw Down in Rocky Mount NC is Cancelled

October 5, 2016 Kay Whatley

**UPDATE: As of Oct. 5, 2016, this event has been cancelled.** According to Tameka Kenan-Norman, Public Affairs Manager for the City of Rocky Mount, this event is canceled. Eastern Carolina BBQ Throw Down cancelled due to expected severe […]

Source: Braswell Memorial Library, Rocky Mount NC.
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Rocky Mount NC Library Plans Teen Programs for October

October 5, 2016 Kay Whatley

Teen programs for October includes regular programs alongside Halloween-themed special events. Take your teens to Braswell Memorial Library for scary-creative events. Make something, tell a Halloween story, or kick back and watch a movie. The library covers […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County Public Library Programs Announced for October

October 5, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Maegen Wilson, Assistant Director, Wilson County Public Library Wilson County Public Library is holding a number of programs in October at the main branch library. For children, early literacy programs will continue at the Main Library on Wednesday […]

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The Strange-ness: Tar River Banshee

August 2, 2013

The banshee, known as a messenger of death, is known for its wailing and shrieking. While its origins are mostly Irish, banshees have been reported in several countries including the US — and NC has one too. The […]

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The Strange-ness: Ghostly Cab

July 24, 2016

A closed-circuit TV (CCTV) video shows a ghostly person following a man into a cab, or does it? The footage, posted on YouTube here, appears to show a figure following a man into a taxi, […]

Hug Huddle artist Stuart Semple. Source: DPAC
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By Kay Whatley, Editor Do you feel like you could use a hug? How about a hug that connects people across the globe? On Monday, March 26, 2018, British artist Stuart Semple is inviting the public […]

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