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In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb
By Kay Whatley, Editor I don’t hear this saying about March — if it comes in like a lion it will go out like a lamb — used much in North Carolina. Here in NC we have beautiful […]
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The Strange-ness: Tracking the Movement of Cyborg Cockroaches
By Edgar Lobaton and Matt Shipman, NCSU New research from North Carolina State University offers insights into how far and how fast cyborg cockroaches – or biobots – move when exploring new spaces. The work moves researchers closer […]
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Franklin County Arts Council Celebrated Black History Month with Open Mic
By Donna Campbell Smith, FCACarts.org Franklin County Arts Council’s Diversity Team brought singers and poets together for an open mic Saturday afternoon, February 25, 2017. The event celebrated Black History Month with a theme of […]
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Wilson County Library Programs for March 2017
By Will Robinson, Wilson County Public Library Wilson County Public library has released a list of upcoming programs offered to the public this March at the Main Library and county Branch libraries. In addition to the […]
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East Wake Academy Spends a Morning with Kindred Spirits Farm
When East Wake Academy teacher, Jessie Weaver, sought a community service project, a parent referred her to Kindred Spirits Farm. The students needed to provide service, and the horse farm had work to be done. Students […]
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Eastern NC Vendor Opportunities in Spring 2017
Spring is around the corner. Warm days are increasing in Eastern North Carolina. Small businesses, organizations, farms, and handmade goods sellers who are seeking public vendor opportunities have spots opening soon. The list below shows […]
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Rid Your Home of Papers, old Electronics, and More During Nash County Recycles Day
By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount NC On Saturday, March 11, 2017, 10am-1pm, area residents have an opportunity to rid their homes of old electronics, unwanted and unused prescription drugs, paper, and more during […]
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Nash County Extension Accepting Beekeeping Essay Contest Entries
According to the Nash County Extension Service, this beekeeping essay contest is about to close, with entries due this Friday. Honey bees are hardworking, tirelessly gathering nectar and pollen to share with their hive. They […]
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ABC2 World Changers to Hold First Teen Unity Summit
By Chester Williams, A Better Chance A Better Community (ABC2) ABC2 World Changers presents this first-annual Teen Unity Summit to bring together young people to highlight social issues impacting teens today. A focus on building self-awareness, self-esteem, a […]
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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — February 23-26
By Kay Whatley, Editor This list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond. Contact information or RSVP deadlines, where applicable, have been included. Events below range […]
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RAFI Come to the Table Conference Offers Food, Faith, and Farm Advocacy
The Rural Advancement Foundation International (RAFI) 2017 Come to the Table Conference is a biennial gathering of food, faith, and farm advocates focused on relieving hunger and strengthening local, sustainable agriculture in North Carolina. This year’s conference […]
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Rocky Mount Fire Department 2016 Statistics Released
By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount NC When your mission is “to serve the city of Rocky Mount by protecting lives and property through quality and excellence in service,” then it is vital to […]
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Wendell NC Planning Arbor Day Celebrations
By Phillip A. Smith II, Wendell Parks and Recreation Mayor Virginia Gray proclaimed March 17, 2017, as Arbor Day for the Town of Wendell, North Carolina. The Wendell Tree Board plans to hold multiple events celebrating Arbor […]
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Knightdale Station Park Additions Announced: Stage and Veterans Memorial
By Jonas Silver, Town of Knightdale The Knightdale Town Council and Staff announced the design of a new permanent stage for Knightdale Station Park Amphitheater. The announcement was made on Saturday, February 18, 2017, at the council’s […]
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NC Tomato Growers Plan Referendum in March 2017
By Jack Ruff, NCDA&CS On February 16, 2017, it was announced that the NC Tomato Growers Association will conduct a statewide referendum in March to continue the $20 per acre assessment on harvested commercial tomatoes. […]
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Rewards Offered for Information on Four NC Cases
The State of North Carolina, by way of the Governor’s Office, has announced rewards being offered for leads in law enforcement cases across the state. Releases cover Halifax, Johnston, Durham, and Surry county events. Contact information […]
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Lowe’s Announces Full-time Jobs in Wilkesboro NC
Lowe’s Hiring More Than 1,700 US Employees To Provide Personalized Customer Support, with Full-time roles Based in Indianapolis IN, Albuquerque NM, and Wilkesboro NC By Ashley Glasser and Sarah Lively, Lowe’s Companies, Inc. Each week, Lowe’s Companies, Inc. […]
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Upcoming Events for All Ages at Knightdale NC Library
By Brandy L. Hamilton, East Regional Library The Knightdale, North Carolina, library schedules activities for all ages, along with special services for adults. Upcoming events at East Regional Library are outlined below. These events are being held […]
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Free Trees Available at Raleigh Museum’s Reptile and Amphibian Day
By Maggie Bailey, We Plant it Forward We Plant It Forward will be stationed out in front of the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences giving out tree seedlings on March 11, 2017, 9am-4pm. People […]
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Rocky Mount’s Diversity to be Displayed at International Festival of Cultures
By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount The cultural diversity of Rocky Mount will be on display Saturday, March 4, 2017, from noon to 4pm at Nash Community College’s Brown Auditorium during the International Festival […]
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Durham-based Nonprofit, Book Harvest, Collects Record Number of Books
Book Harvest Shatters Records with 48,334 Books Collected for Sixth Annual “Dream Big” Book Drive Book Harvest, a Durham-based nonprofit which provides books to Triangle children and families who need them, announced today that the 2017 […]
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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — February 16-19
By Kay Whatley, Editor This list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond. Contact information or RSVP deadlines, where applicable, have been included. Events below […]
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Rocky Mount, Down East to Hold Community Public Needs Hearings
The City of Rocky Mount and the Down East HOME Consortium receive annual Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment partnership (HOME) funding, respectively, through the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The city and […]
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Nashville NC Blooming Festival will Kick Off with Arts Event
Annual Nashville Blooming Festival Held Mother’s Day Weekend Each Year By Kay Whatley, Editor The 21st Annual Nashville Blooming Festival is set for May 12-13, 2017. This big event takes over downtown Nashville, North Carolina, […]
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NCDA&CS Accepting Applications for Specialty Crop Block Grants
Sarah Pearce, NCDA&CS The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is accepting grant applications for the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. Nonprofits and government agencies wishing to apply have until March 15, 2017. […]
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Edgecombe County NC Library to Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday
By Crystal Sessoms and Sue Howard, edgecombelibrary.org The Edgecombe County Memorial Library is holding a Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Celebration on March 4, 2017, 10am-noon. Kids of all ages are invited to join in this free event, which will feature Dr. […]
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Knightdale Chamber to Hold 44th Annual Banquet & Awards Ceremony
By Patrice Bayyan, knightdalechamber.org The Knightdale Chamber of Commerce will hold its 44th Annual Banquet & Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, March 28, 2017. The event will kick-off with a Social Hour for networking at 5:30pm, followed by […]
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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — February 9-12
By Kay Whatley, Editor This list covers events from the eastern North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond. Contact information or RSVP deadlines, where applicable, have been included. Events […]