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E. Claire book signing for Princess Peppermint and the Kingdom of Swirls. Source: Mascot Books
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Author of E. Claire Children’s Books has Tarboro Ties

January 22, 2019 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley Children’s book author Emily Claire Huneycutt, who writes under the pen name, E. Claire, is an ECU engineering graduate who worked for a time as an engineer in Tarboro, North Carolina. Mrs. Huneycutt […]

Peacemakers hosted 240 children in South Rocky Mount and Tarboro NC for 2018 Freedom School. Source: Kelley Deal
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Twin Counties Youth Benefit from Peacemakers Freedom School

August 9, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

By Kelley Deal Peacemakers of Rocky Mount, North Carolina has wrapped up another successful summer of Freedom School. The summer enrichment program provided 240 children in South Rocky Mount and Tarboro NC the opportunity to improve […]

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Fall Vendor Opportunities in Eastern NC

July 18, 2018 Kay Whatley

Sell your wares, pass out information on your services, or otherwise participate as a vendor at Fall events. Vendor opportunities are coming up at NC Fall events. Participate for a day or for a season. Check […]

Motorcycles, memorabilia, uniforms, and more were packed and moved to the Edgecombe County Veterans' Military Museum temp quarters. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Edgecombe County Veterans’ Military Museum “Open House” on Apr. 7

April 4, 2018 Kay Whatley

On Saturday, April 7, 2018, 10am-4pm, the Edgecombe County Veterans’ Military Museum will hold an Open House at their temporary quarters. Edgecombe County Veterans’ Military Museum has temporarily relocated from their 106 W Church Street, Tarboro, […]

Source: Edgecombe County Veterans' Military Museum, Tarboro NC.
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Tarboro NC Museum Statement on Relocation

March 20, 2018 Kay Whatley

On March 20, 2018, the Board of Directors of the Edgecombe County Veterans’ Military Museum (E.C.V.M.M.) issued this statement regarding the move from the museum’s Tarboro, North Carolina building. Concerning E.C.V.M.M. and Moving Forward Please let […]

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Triangle Tyre to Bring 800 New Jobs to Edgecombe County NC

December 19, 2017 Guest Author or Contributor

Largest Ever Manufacturing Investment in Rural North Carolina Chinese tire manufacturing company Triangle Tyre has selected Edgecombe County, North Carolina as the location for its first manufacturing facility in the United States, Governor Roy Cooper announced […]

Governor's visit to Princeville NC on October 3, 2017. Source: Ford Porter
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One Year Later: North Carolina Continues Recovering from Hurricane Matthew

October 3, 2017 Guest Author or Contributor

Progress underway, but more help is needed By Ford Porter, NC Office of the Governor Princeville: Nearly one year after Hurricane Matthew displaced thousands of families and damaged or destroyed thousands of homes, North Carolina […]

Litter Sweep is held twice a year in NC. Photo: NC Department of Transportation.
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Big Sweep Gears Up to Make A Big Difference

September 26, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount You, your friends, family, and co-workers can make a difference in Nash and Edgecombe counties by participating in the Twin Counties Big Sweep Challenge. The event is a […]

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NC Communities to Receive $6.2 Million for Parks and Rec

September 7, 2017 Guest Author or Contributor

On September 7, 2017, Governor Roy Cooper announced $6.2 million in grants to fund local parks and recreation projects through this year’s awards of the state’s Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF). The North Carolina Parks […]

Source: Edgecombe County Veterans' Military Museum, Tarboro NC.
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Edgecombe County Veterans’ Military Museum to Hold Yard Sale

August 25, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor The Tarboro-based Edgecombe County Veterans’ Military Museum (ECVMM) is holding a yard sale on Saturday, September 16, 2017, 7am-noon. Alongside the yard sale tables, there will be a food truck and […]

Annual clean-up held in Nash/Edgecombe counties. Photo: City of Rocky Mount NC.
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NC Communities Compete to Keep Land and Rivers Litter Free

April 12, 2017 Kay Whatley

By Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount Saturday, April 22, 2017, will mark the eighth-annual Riverkeeper Cup Cleanup Challenge. The challenge is among a series of cleanup efforts within the Twin Counties — Nash and Edgecombe counties, […]

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Rocky Mount, Down East to Hold Community Public Needs Hearings

February 13, 2017 Kay Whatley

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 […]

Source: Edgecombe County Memorial Library, Tarboro NC.
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Edgecombe County NC Library to Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday

February 9, 2017 Kay Whatley

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. […]

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, […]

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, […]

Volunteers during the Big Sweep 2015. Source: City of Rocky Mount NC.
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Rid the Twin Counties of Litter by Volunteering for The Big Sweep Challenge

September 15, 2016 Kay Whatley

Released by Tameka Kenan-Norman, City of Rocky Mount On October 1, 2016, you can make a difference in Nash and Edgecombe counties by participating in the Twin Counties Big Sweep Challenge. The event is a way […]

Tarboro NC is in Edgecombe County. Source: www.edgecombecountync.gov.
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Edgecombe Arts “Beats & Beer” Coming up August 27

August 8, 2016 Kay Whatley

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. […]

Tarboro NC is in Edgecombe County. Source: www.edgecombecountync.gov.
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Tarboro NC Holding Senior Fan Giveaway, Family Events

July 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

Heat Relief/Fan Give Away On July 1, 2016, the Town of Tarboro announced that it has acquired fans to be given away to help Senior Tarboro NC residents deal with the summer heat. To receive a […]

Happening on the Common Arts Festival, Tarobo NC, flyer header.
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Tarboro’s Historic Town Common the Site for Arts Festival on June 11

May 26, 2016 Kay Whatley

The “Happening on the Common Arts Festival” combines art with performances, a festival atmosphere, tasty foods, and fun activities. Held on the historic Town Common, Tarboro NC, this free event is scheduled for June 11, 2016, starting at 10am […]

Tarboro NC is in Edgecombe County. Source: www.edgecombecountync.gov.
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Edgecombe Recycling Event Includes Shredding

April 15, 2016 Kay Whatley

Shred Confidential Documents and More at Edgecombe County Recycles Day Released by Tameka Kenan-Norman Here’s another opportunity for you to rid your home of old electronics, up to four bags or boxes of paper, fluorescent tubes and […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored (published Feb 5 2016)

February 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

Live Music (Fridays @ 7:30-10:30pm) Live music Fridays. At Showside Grill & Bakery, 102 N Pine Street, Spring Hope. Live Music Saturdays (Feb 20 @ 7pm) Live music some Saturday nights. At Westridge Grill, 3629 Sunset Ave, […]

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13th Annual “Turning on the Lights” in Tarboro

December 9, 2015 Guest Author or Contributor

Set your sights on Christmas lights! Please join the community for a night full of fun on December 12, 2015, starting at 6pm. There will be live entertainment by Christian Artist, Richard Simmons, food from Ted Williamson Food Truck, and free […]

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A Little Bit of History: Quigless Clinic in Tarboro NC

August 16, 2013 Kay Whatley

Quigless Clinic Tarboro’s Main Street is home to a healthcare facility on the National Registry of Historic Sites: the Quigless Clinic-Hospital. Started in the 1940s by Dr Milton Douglas Quigless, Sr., the clinic served Tarboro’s African-American community at […]

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The Strange-ness: Tar River Banshee

August 2, 2013 Kay Whatley

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: US Government Decides Not To Build Death Star

January 18, 2013

By Kay Whatley, Editor Did you know that any American can start a petition for change? On petitions.whitehouse.gov, you can sign or start petitions for the issues you’d like to see the government address. Any petition reaching 100,000 […]

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The Strange-Ness: Knightdale UFO Sighting Reported

August 28, 2015

According to a recent report in the Mutual UFO Network’s reporting database at mufon.com, a UFO was sighted in Knightdale on two consecutive nights in August 2015. August 18, a triangular flying object with pulsing […]

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The Strange-ness: Michigan Man Challenges Police on Facebook, Turns Self In

October 19, 2017

One Michigan police department received a challenge from a man with active warrants. The man posted on the Redford Township Police Department’s Facebook page, offering to turn himself in if their Facebook post was shared […]

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