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Source: NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
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Agricultural Highlights from across North Carolina

July 12, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

Check out these local stories recently highlighted by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS). Eastern NC (Nash County) Department aid helps restore ponds, protect watersheds When Hurricane Matthew swept through eastern […]

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
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NCDA&CS Releases List of North Carolina Farms Open for Summer Events

July 10, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

Summer travels offer great opportunities to explore an agritourism farm or activity, and visitors will find plenty in North Carolina from tours, u-pick fruit, farm stands, farmers markets, festivals and local foods. The following is […]

2020/2021 inductees. Source: Veronica Cordle, NC Music Hall of Fame & Museum
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NC Music Hall of Fame to Hold Ceremony for 2020 & 2021 Inductees on Oct. 21

July 10, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

After a long year of waiting to honor its 2020 class of inductees, the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame will hold inductions for its 2020 and 2021 class on Thursday, October 21, 2021 in […]

It’s Owl Good exhibit logo. Source: Airlie Gardens
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It’s Owl Good Art Exhibit On Display at Airlie Gardens

July 9, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

Airlie Gardens will showcase It’s Owl Good from July 9 through December 31, 2021, as its 9th Annual Art Exhibit. This exhibit features ten oversized, fiberglass owl sculptures and each owl has been uniquely decorated, painted, or […]

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Louisburg, NC: Live Music, Comedy, & More at the Pack House on Jul. 17

July 8, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The Les Long Group is producing an amazing new live music and comedy event at the Pack House in Louisburg, North Carolina. The event will take place at the Pack House, which is a New […]

Things To Do in NC When You're Bored. Source: The Grey Area News, Zebulon NC.
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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored: July 8-10

July 8, 2021 Kay Whatley

This weekly things-to-do listing may include in-person events in the North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, or beyond — unique coastal or mountain events are occasionally included. Things to do […]

Tropical Storm Elsa possible wind arrival times. Source: US National Hurricane Center
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North Carolinians: Prepare for Significant Rains from Tropical Storm Elsa

July 6, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and state emergency management officials are monitoring the forecast track and potential impacts from Tropical Storm Elsa and advising residents in eastern and central North Carolina to be prepared for […]

The Little Prince musical poster. Source: Jessie Nunery, city of Rocky Mount
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Rocky Mount, NC: Local Youth to Perform Productions of “The Little Prince”

July 6, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The staff at the Theater at the Imperial Centre for the Arts and Sciences announces the return of the local summer production series. The 2021 production, “The Little Prince,” will be performed July 22-25, 2021 […]

July 4 is free fishing day in North Carolina, when all ages can fish in all public waters without paying for a fishing license. Source: Take Me Fishing, takemefishing.org
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North Carolina “Free Fishing Day” on July 4th

July 3, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

This Independence Day, anyone in North Carolina, regardless of age, will be able to fish for free. Free Fishing Day, which runs from 12am until 11:59pm on Sunday, July 4, 2021, offers residents and out-of-state […]

SPCA Wake dog and cat. Photos courtesy InBetween the Blinks
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SPCA Wake Urges Pet Owners to Keep Pets Inside this July 4th

July 2, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

More pets get lost on Independence Day than any other day of the year With Independence Day nearing, the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Wake County (SPCA Wake) is urging pet […]

Logo of Franklin County Arts Council, Louisburg, NC
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Franklin County Arts Council’s July Artist of the Month: Donna Campbell Smith

June 30, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

After a brief break, the Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC), based in Louisburg, North Carolina, has announced their July 2021 Artist of the Month: artist and author Donna Campbell Smith. Donna Campbell Smith has been […]

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Wilson County, NC Summer Reading and Library Programs July 2021

June 25, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

Wilson County Public Library engages the community and enhances the minds of all ages with programs, lectures, classes, and entertainment. For more information about library programs, online or in-person, call 252.237.5355 or visit www.wilsoncountypubliclibrary.org. Note: […]

Hemp growing on a farm in Bunn NC. Photo: Kay Whatley
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North Carolina Hemp Commission Public Meeting via Call is Jul. 1

June 24, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The North Carolina Industrial Hemp Commission will hold its next public meeting to review and approve research pilot program applications. This meeting is open to the public. Join the conference call on Thursday, July 1, […]

Indigo Moon Film Festival trophy. Source: GroundSwell Pictures
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Fayetteville, NC: Indigo Moon Film Festival Seeks Local Nonprofit to Receive Grant

June 22, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The Indigo Moon Film Festival (IMFF) team believes Film Inspires Change, which is why they established the IMFF Community Grant in 2019. Each year 100% of the box office net proceeds is donated to a […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored: June 24-26

June 22, 2021 Kay Whatley

This weekly things-to-do listing may include in-person events in the North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, or beyond — unique coastal or mountain events are occasionally included. Things to do […]

Source: The Max G. Creech Selma Historical Museum, Selma, North Carolina.
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Selma, NC: Juneteenth Celebration at the Historical Museum on Jun. 26

June 21, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The public is invite to the Max G. Creech Selma Historical Museum for its annual Juneteenth Commemorative Celebration, set for Saturday June 26, 2021, starting at 11am. The event will begin with an historic overview […]

FCAC Writers' Guild will hold a Retreat & meeting at Falls Lake, Shelter 23. Photo: Donna Campbell Smith
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Franklin County, NC: Next FCAC Writers’ Guild Public Retreat is Jun. 30

June 20, 2021 Kay Whatley

The Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) Writers’ Guild will host Fifth Wednesday Writing Retreats on the fifth Wednesday of each month that has a fifth Wednesday in it. These Writers’ Guild events are open to all […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored: June 17-19

June 15, 2021 Kay Whatley

This weekly things-to-do listing may include in-person events in the North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, or beyond — unique coastal or mountain events are occasionally included. Things to do […]

Logo sourse: Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, Wilmington, North Carolina
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Wilmington, NC: Visit Cape Fear Museum for Science Behind Sports Exhibition

June 12, 2021 Kay Whatley

How fast is your fastball? Do different floor surfaces affect your performance? How do you make a perfect bounce pass? These questions and many more are posed in the new traveling exhibition at Cape Fear […]

Your Shot at $1 Million Summer Cash Drawing. Source: NC Department of Health and Human Services
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North Carolina: Covid-19 Vaccination Give Residents A Chance to Win Cash or College Tuition

June 11, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

Your Shot at a Million: NC Governor Cooper Announces $4 Million Summer Cash and College Tuition Drawings to Encourage COVID-19 Vaccinations Four North Carolinians 18 and Older to Win $1 Million; Four North Carolinians 12 […]

2020 Quilt made for the FCAC raffle by the Quilting Ladies of Lake Royale and Clear Creek Quilting in Bunn, NC. Source: Ellen Queen, Franklin County Arts Council, Louisburg, North Carolina
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Franklin County Arts Council Opens “Call for Submissions” for Quilt Show 2021

June 10, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

On June 7, 2021, the Franklin County Arts Council and Quilt Trails of the Tar & Roanoke Rivers announced the 2021 Call for Submissions for this year’s Quilt Show, and are now accepting entries. Entries […]

Wind turbines. Source: US Department of the Interior
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North Carolina Governor Commits to Offshore Wind Power, Clean Energy Jobs

June 10, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

Executive Order No. 218 reaffirms North Carolina’s commitment to creating clean energy jobs, increasing economic opportunities, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions through the expansion of offshore wind power. On June 9, 2021, North Carolina Governor […]

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STEM Ed: North Carolina Teachers Win New Tools to Enhance Learning about Space Exploration

June 7, 2021 Kay Whatley

Space Exploration Bundles Awarded to Four Schools in Hickory, Burke, Pitt, and Union Counties Four North Carolina teachers will get new tools and technology to help teach about outer space and inspire and empower students […]

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Wake Forest, NC: Town’s Independence Day Celebration Returns July 3-4, 2021

June 3, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

Two days’ worth of free fun and excitement await you and your family at Wake Forest’s 2021 Independence Day Celebration. For complete details, visit bit.ly/WFIndependenceDay.   Fireworks Spectacular This year’s festivities get underway with the […]

Vendor Fair at Briley's Farm Market in Greenville, NC. Photo: Kay Whatley (Dec 5 2020)
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North Carolina Farms Open for Late Spring Events

June 1, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

North Carolina farms are offering tours, u-pick for flowers and fruit, farm stands and special events for late spring. There are a variety of agritourism activities to choose from including Memorial Day weekend festivals, blueberry, […]

A bigfoot family. Sketch by Donna Campbell Smith, author of "My Neighbors from the Woods"
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It Might be Bigfoot

June 1, 2021 Donna Campbell Smith

By Donna Campbell Smith I believe in the existence of bigfoot. My interest is rooted in stories Daddy told when I was a young person. He listened to ‘talk radio” at night and he’d relate […]

Exterior of East Regional Library, Knightdale NC. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Knightdale, NC: East Regional Library Programs for June 2021

May 30, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

East Regional Library, located at 946 Steeple Square Court, Knightdale, North Carolina, will be offering programs for youth and adults during June 2021. Summer @ the Library kicks-off on Monday, June 14, 2021. Check out […]

Pictured (l-r): Mayor Roberson; City Manager Rochelle Small-Toney; Chris Beschler, director of Energy Resources; Roy Jones, chief executive officer of ElectriCities of North Carolina, Inc.
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City of Rocky Mount, NC Recognized for Excellence in Electric Service

May 26, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

During the city council meeting on Monday, May 24, 2021, Roy Jones, chief executive officer of ElectriCities of North Carolina, Inc., presented the Public Power Award of Excellence to the city of Rocky Mount for […]

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The Strange-ness: Arm Pit Fans

July 29, 2016

Thanko, a Tokyo, Japan-based company, is offering an arm pit fan that may be attached to short sleeves to keep arm pits and shirts dry. Details and illustrations on this Thanko web page detail how […]

Source: Edgar Lobaton and Matt Shipman, North Carolina State University.
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The Strange-ness: Tracking the Movement of Cyborg Cockroaches

February 27, 2017

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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UFO Sightings by US State: June 2019

July 6, 2019

By Kay Whatley, Editor Across the United States each year, thousands of unidentified flying object (UFO) sightings are reported. UFO reports cover close encounters of various types, range from blinking lights in the sky to […]

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