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An edible book-cake example. Source: Braswell Memorial Library, Rocky Mount NC.
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Cooking Challenge Offered by Edible Book Contest

March 9, 2016 Kay Whatley

Braswell Memorial Library in Rocky Mount NC Announces Edible Book Contest Released by LaKesha Joyner, MLS, Adult Programming Librarian Join Braswell Memorial Library for an Edible Book Contest!  The Edible Book Contest will be held […]

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Law Enforcement & Community Summit on Heroin May 12th

March 9, 2016 Kay Whatley

NC Gathering Offers Education and Discussions Released by the NC Harm Reduction Coalition Law enforcement and community leaders will gather at the legislature to discuss legislative solutions to reducing the negative impacts of Heroin in our […]

Source: NC Dept. of Natural and Cultural Resources.
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Shipwreck Discovered off North Carolina Coast

March 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

Significant Civil War-Era Shipwreck Discovered  Released by NC Dept. of Natural and Cultural Resources Another pearl in the form of a large iron-hulled Civil War era steamer has been discovered in the Atlantic Ocean off […]

Essential Oils of the Bible logo.
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Event Covers Essential Oils in the Bible

March 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor An upcoming event in Wilson NC examines the “Essential Oils of the Bible”.  Everyone has heard of frankincense & myrrh, but it is amazing to see the variety of different oils […]

Mousse film poster. Source: Franklin County Arts Council, Franklinton NC.
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Franklin County International Film Festival 2016 Announced

March 6, 2016 Donna Campbell Smith

Second Annual Eastern NC Event Includes Feature and Short Films By Donna Campbell Smith Once again, Franklin County North Carolina International Film Festival (FCIFF) opens its doors and returns to host screenings and discussions of a wide array of […]

Bonner Bridge over Oregon Inlet. Source: Office of the Governor, Raleigh NC, 2016
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Groundbreaking Celebration Planned for New Bonner Bridge

March 4, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by the Office of the Governor On March 3, 2016, Governor Pat McCrory announced a groundbreaking celebration for the Herbert C. Bonner Bridge replacement is being held on March 8, 2016, at 10am, in the […]

Photo of Mr. Richardson issued by Town of Knightdale NC.
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Silver Alert CANCELLED in Knightdale NC

March 3, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Brian Bowman, knightdalenc.gov **UPDATE: March 3, around 7:45pm, it was announced that Mr. Richardson was found, safe, in PA. This Silver Alert is cancelled. ____________________________________________ On the afternoon of March 2, 2016, a Silver Alert was […]

Ferrells Fire & Rescue. Photo: Frank and Kay Whatley.
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Ferrells Fish Fry Coming Up March 11th

March 3, 2016 Kay Whatley

Ferrells Fire & Rescue is holding a Friday Fish Fry on March 11, 2016, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm — or until the food runs out. Ferrells F&R is a volunteer fire department with EMS, located in […]

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Mudcats Baseball’s National Anthem Auditions March 19

March 3, 2016 Kay Whatley

Singers are encouraged to tryout on March 19, 2016, beginning at 9am Released by Carolina Mudcats / MILB.com The Carolina Mudcats, member of baseball’s historic Carolina League, is hosting their annual National Anthem tryouts on Saturday, March […]

Source: Rocky Cross Baptist Church, Middlesex NC.
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Yard Sale Fundraiser at Rocky Cross on March 12th

March 3, 2016 Kay Whatley

Rocky Cross Baptist Church is holding a Yard Sale on March 12, 2016, from 7am until noon. This is their Spring fundraiser, and if prior years are any measure, there will be a wide variety of household items, […]

Source: City Of Rocky Mount NC.
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Untreated Sewage Discharge in Rocky Mount, Again

March 1, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Tameka Kenan-Norman, Public Affairs Manager On Thursday, February 25, 2016, two sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs) occurred as a result of saturated ground conditions and locally intense rains associated with a “tornadic” weather system which […]

Bunn Fire Station 1. Source: Bunn Rural Volunteer Fire Department, Bunn NC.
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Annual BBQ Fundraiser Coming to Bunn Fire Dept

March 1, 2016 Kay Whatley

Come out and enjoy the Bunn Rural Volunteer Fire Department’s delicious BBQ cooking. This annual event returns on March 12, 2016. The fire department promises great food and fellowship, entertainment for the kids, raffle tickets, and […]

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Mudcats Baseball Job Fair Scheduled for March 5

March 1, 2016 Kay Whatley

Carolina Mudcats to host annual job fair on March 5, 2016, at Five County Stadium in Zebulon Released by Carolina Mudcats Baseball The Carolina Mudcats will hold their annual job fair and hiring event on […]

Bingo! Photo Source: NC Beach Bingo, Wake Forest NC.
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Cosmic Bingo Returns to Wake Forest Bingo Parlor

March 1, 2016 Kay Whatley

NC Beach Bingo is bringing back Cosmic Bingo!  Come try your luck at this second-ever Cosmic Bingo! During bingo play, the atmosphere is set by black lights, disco balls, glow sticks, and other plays of […]

Photo Source: North Carolina Music Hall of Fame.
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NC Music Hall Of Fame Inductees Announced

March 1, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Released by Eddie Ray (Operations Director/Vice Chair) and Bill Kopald (Chairman) The North Carolina Music Hall of Fame has announced this year’s eight inductees: The Avett Brothers – folk rock/bluegrass/Americana, from Concord NC. Band of Oz – […]

Photo: Frank and Kay Whatley.
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Raleigh Dig In! Event Focuses on Food, Gardening

February 29, 2016 Kay Whatley

Dig In Returns Released by Advocates for Health In Action AHA and partner Marbles Kids Museum will host the 7th Annual Dig In! at Marbles on March 12, 2016, exploring urban agriculture, community gardens and edible gardens in school and […]

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 […]

Belted Galloway cattle in the pasture. Photo Source: Ray Family Farms, Bunn/Louisburg NC.
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Miracle Fling in the Spring Enrollment Begins

February 27, 2016 Kay Whatley

“Cows Helping Kids” Call For Participants is Open By Kay Whatley, Editor The second annual Fling in the Spring cow show for special needs children and their families is now accepting registrations. Children will be paired up with […]

Photo Source: Frank and Kay Whatley.
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MUFON-NC Guest Speakers Cover Aztec UFO

February 25, 2016 Kay Whatley

March Meeting in Archdale NC Released by Lakita Adams The Mutual UFO Network of North Carolina, or MUFON-NC, is covering the Aztec UFO incident in their March Meeting. This upcoming MUFON Chapter meeting is scheduled for  March 12, […]

Source: SPCA of Wake County, Raleigh NC.
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SPCA Wake “Mega Yard Sale” This Weekend

February 25, 2016 Kay Whatley

Yard Salers save money, SPCA saves lives — win-win Released by Mondy Lamb, SPCA Director of Development Who doesn’t love a good deal? Especially one that will save animals! All are invited to a Mega-Yard Sale […]

The Brown Bag Bagels family, volunteering recently at a local nursing home. Photo: Kay Whatley.
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Brown Bag Bagels Adds Food Truck

February 25, 2016 Kay Whatley

Wendell Business Expands with New Rolling Restaurant By Kay Whatley, Editor Brown Bag Bagels opened May 2015 in Wendell NC. Their storefront serves its customers freshly baked bagels, cream cheese, plus coffee, sodas, juices, and sweet treats. […]

East RegionalLibrary in Knightdale NC. Photo Source: WakeGOV.
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Knightdale NC Library Events for March 2016

February 24, 2016 Kay Whatley

East Regional Library Offers Events for People of All Ages Released by Brandy Hamilton Below are just a few of the programs taking place at East Regional Library, 946 Steeple Square Court, in Knightdale NC. Events are […]

Dr. Nicholas Pediaditakis, founder of Alkyonis Mental Health Center, Raleigh NC.
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Dr. Nicholas’ Corner: Human Need for Structure

February 24, 2016 Dr Nicholas Pediaditakis

The need of structure, social interactions, and meaning in our lives as humans Contributed by Nicholas Pediaditakis, MD, DLFAPA Friends and patients often ask me, “What are the most important issues to consider relating to […]

Source: Zebulon Farm Fresh Market, Zebulon NC.
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Zebulon Farm Fresh Market Sets New Location

February 23, 2016 Kay Whatley

Zebulon Farm Fresh Market (ZFFM) New Location and 2016 Schedule The Zebulon Farm Fresh Market is preparing for their second year, and is moving to a new location. The market will be held on Arendell Avenue, […]

Source: Braswell Memorial Library, Rocky Mount NC.
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Upcoming Events at Braswell Memorial Library

February 23, 2016 Kay Whatley

For information on the library’s Adult programs, contact Kesha Joyner-MLS, Adult Programming Librarian,  at 252.442.1951 x.253. For information on the Braswell Memorial Library young adult or teen (YA/T) programs, contact Scott Houston-MLS, Adult Information and Young Adult Services Librarian,  at […]

Source: City Of Rocky Mount NC.
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International Festival of Cultures returns to Rocky Mount

February 23, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Tameka Kenan-Norman The cultural diversity of Rocky Mount will be on display March 5, 2016 from noon to 4pm at Nash Community College’s Brown Auditorium during the International Festival of Cultures. The event, sponsored by […]

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TAIP Lab Hosts “The Children’s Hour”

February 23, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Ray Shell TAIP Lab “Scratch Night 2” is hosting The Children’s Hour in Wilson NC. Students from Wilson and surrounding areas are participating in this special gathering designed for Artists of all ages who are interested in performing arts. TAIP […]

Source: Alamance for Freedom, NC.
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Alamance County Human Trafficking Awareness

February 22, 2016 Kay Whatley

Community Outreach: Shining the Light on Human Trafficking Released by Alamance for Freedom, an anti-human trafficking coalition in Alamance County Did you know that North Carolina consistently ranks in the top ten in the country for […]

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  • Cats and Dogs. Credit: Frank and Kay Whatley, Nadia Ethier
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  • "Chicken" is one of many films to be presented during the Franklin Flicks/NCISAFF dates in May and June 2022
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  • Writing time during the Spring Writers' Retreat 2022 at Rolling View State Park. Photo: Donna Campbell Smith
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  • NC News. Photos: Frank and Kay Whatley
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    February 24, 2022
  • One of the labels released with the USDA FSIS recall for Morgan Foods, Feb 2022.
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The Strange-ness: Living without Food

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Prahlad Jani lives in India and is in his mid-80s. He claims to have lived without eating food or drinking water since 1940. Breatharianism is a concept where believers think that the energy of the sun is […]

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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, […]

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According to NASA, part of the make-up of NASA’s Curiosity rover is the ability to sing “Happy Birthday” every year on the anniversary of its Mars landing. The Rover celebrates its birthday on August 5. […]

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