North Carolina State Parks are hosting two events geared toward grandparents, schedule for September 10, 2016, in two NC parks. Grandparents Day is Sunday, September 11, 2016. More on this annual day is included after […]
Federal Agency Announces $21 Million to Expand Impact of Community Solutions that Work Friends of the Children, the North Carolina Partnership for Children, United Way for Southeastern Michigan, and United Way of Central Indiana awarded […]
Editorial by Kay Whatley North Carolina’s long list of creepy, crawly, biting things may be daunting. One group of crawlies which are at their peak during August and the Fall are Orbweaver spiders. Leave your porch light […]
The Town of Enfield celebrates the peanut with a community festival the first Saturday of every October. The 2016 Enfield Peanut Festival is September 30, 2016, 6-9pm, with a block party, followed on October 1, 2016, noon-8pm, with […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor Get your taste buds to Oxford, North Carolina, for the annual Hot Sauce Contest! Check out some of the fiery foods NC has to offer, and enjoy all the music, entertainment, […]
By Tameka Kenan-Norman When the city broke ground at the South Rocky Mount Community Center on Monday, July 13, 2015, it was about more that turning over dirt. It was about the revitalization and reinvestment […]
Contributed by Lauren Floyd On August 9, 2016, the Knightdale Chamber of Commerce held a Red Ribbon Showcase — a kind of ribbon cutting for multiple businesses. The event was held at the Town Hall in Knightdale, […]
Mark your calendars for the inaugural K-Fest — Knightdale Kids Education Festival — a new festival in the Town of Knightdale NC. Be there for a wide variety of activities including back-to-school and educational options, on Saturday, September 10, 2016, […]
Released by Erin Shirk, E-hydrate On August 15, 2016, E-hydrate, the maker of natural Protein On-the-Go, announced their latest NASCAR sponsorship, and with it an online sweepstakes. The sweepstakes gives participants the chance to win a NASCAR prize pack (valued […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor The annual Tar River Festival will this year include the usual fun activities, plus a food truck rodeo, local vendors, a 5K run, and a little bit of learning with the […]
A hayride, that is! Fall is fast-approaching! As the corn is served, the corn stalks are set aside for Halloween or Harvest decorating. Farms are preparing for families, field trips, and agro-tourists to come visit the farm, […]
Released by Shelley Mundy, Cargo Transporters, Inc. Cargo Transporters, Inc., based in Claremont, North Carolina, has announced the start-up of operations at the company’s new property in Rocky Mount NC. Construction on the $6 million terminal […]
Released by Kathleen Sullivan, selcnc.org On behalf of the Sunset Beach Taxpayers Association and North Carolina Coastal Federation, the Southern Environmental Law Center today filed its challenge in the state Office of Administrative Hearings to […]
Film Submissions for the inaugural Halloween International Film Festival must be entered by September 1, 2016. As this is the first year of this event, the organizers are not limiting film submissions to a specific genre. Films […]
Each year, the Wendell Parks and Recreation Department invites community members to set up tables along the “Treat Trail” in Wendell Community Park. The goal is a safe, fun environment for local children to trick-or-treat. […]
Many things to do in North Carolina this weekend. Note that multi-day events are listed under the first date. While most events listed are in the Five County Stadium area and surrounding towns, some events are in […]
WHQR Announces New Show Opening at the MC Erny Gallery at WHQR Released by Mary Bradley, WHQR Gallery Coordinator & Development Director There is no reality, there is only perception. Artists Candy Pegram and Kirah Van […]
Enjoy live Bluegrass from more than a dozen bands and artists on an island park just off the coast of North Carolina. Smell the sea air, sit by the water, or settle onto the grass near the stage and […]
The Redress Fashion Show organizers announced August 10, 2016, that their Raleigh fashion show tickets are 75% sold. To come and watch the show, people are urged to get tickets now for this eco-conscious event. The annual Redress Fashion […]
The Vance County Regional Fair will bring rides, food, family fun, and tasty foods. This county fair returns for six days, August 31-September 5, 2016. Come to the Vance County Fairground, located at 1427 E Andrews […]
Released by Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount The city of Rocky Mount urges utility customers to be cautious of a recent scam. Some citizens have contacted the Rocky Mount Police department regarding a couple impersonating […]
Released by Debi Athos, organicfest.org Everyone is invited to attend the 15th Organicfest celebration on Sunday, August 28, 2016, 10am-6pm, for a festive day filled with live music by local entertainers such as Kendra Warren, Sheri […]
Celebrating its 35th year, The New World Festival of the Arts will be held on Wednesday, August 17, 2016, and Thursday, August 18, 2016, on the waterfront in downtown Manteo, North Carolina. The New World […]
Reflecting Back on Older Americans Month 2016 with “Blaze a Trail” Released by Kendra Dixon, UCPCOG In honor of Older Americans Month, the Area Agency on Aging chose to show their appreciation by holding a […]
Seattle’s Fresh Bucks Rx program was announced July 22, 2016. This program helps make farmers market produce more affordable by stretching government food benefits for food-insecure families. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) uses the “Supplemental […]
Contributed by Megan Thornton, Recreation Program Supervisor, Town of Knightdale Dogtoberfest returns on October 22, 2016, noon-3pm, at Knightdale’s Ashley Wilder Dog Park. Organizers are accepting vendor and sponsor applications now. The event is scheduled for Ashley Wilder […]
Edgecombe Arts is holding the upcoming “Beats & Beers” event at the Blount-Bridgers House on August 27, 2016. Stop by the Blount-Bridgers House for a night of music with Backyard Groove, food trucks, beer, wine, soft drinks, and more. […]
The Knightdale Chamber of Commerce is holding its first 2016 “Red Ribbon Showcase” — a group ribbon-cutting ceremony for new Chamber members. As many as eight local businesses may participate in this gathering. Members and the public are invited […]
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