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Mamma Mia poster. Source: Bobbi Jo Bone, The Playhouse of Wilson (NC)
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Auditions for “Mamma Mia” in Wilson, NC Set for Dec. 9-10

November 15, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

By Bobbi Jo Bone, The Playhouse of Wilson Read all about it!  The Playhouse of Wilson is at it again.  Our second show of the season is Mamma Mia.  Auditions will be held at the […]

Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park. Photo: Kay Whatley, The Grey Area News
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Whirligigs, Movies, Food, and Festivities This Fall in Wilson, NC

October 25, 2019 Kay Whatley

There’s a little bit of everything going on this Fall in downtown Wilson, North Carolina. Activities relating to Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park and the Whirligig Festival means that — in addition to the whirling going […]

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Rocky Mount Police Department will House IBIS Technology Regional System

October 22, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Rocky Mount Police Department has taken the lead on a new initiative to address gun violence with its ballistic identification technology. The department is now home to IBIS (Integrated Ballistic Identification System). Neighboring agencies who […]

Author Dr. Tiffany D. Tyson with Book 1: Billy the Bully. Source:  Tyson Multimedia Inc.
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Wilson, NC Author Dr. Tiffany D. Tyson Releases “Patti Fix-it: A Series of Children’s Books”

October 10, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Book tells how one young girl creates a positive change in a tense situation at the neighborhood playground Dr. Tiffany D. Tyson’s entire life has been very productive in creating fair opportunities for women. Her […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County Public Library Announces October Programs

September 26, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Wilson County Public Library offers programs for all ages at the Main Library, its five branch libraries, plus Bookmobile access during October 2019. Founded in 1939, the Wilson County Public Library engages the community and […]

Source: Deans Farm Market, Wilson, North Carolina
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Wilson, NC: Deans Farm Market “Fall Fest” Kick-off is Sept. 28

September 12, 2019 Kay Whatley

Deans Farm Market is holding their annual Fall Fest on Saturday, September 28, 2019, 10am-4pm. Located in Wilson County, Deans Farm Market is a farm stand, playground, meal maker, and frequently a fun place for […]

Source: St John AME Zion Church, Wilson, NC
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Wilson Historic Church to Hold 3 Unique Events

August 14, 2019 Kay Whatley

St John AME Zion Church in Wilson, North Carolina, for its 151st Anniversary, has planned several music-oriented events for the remainder of 2019. The public is invited to join their August Women in White, September […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County Public Library Programs for May 2019

April 30, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Wilson County Public Library will offer a variety of programs for all ages at the Main Library and Branches in May 2019. With questions about the library, call 252.237.5355 or visit www.wilsoncountypubliclibrary.org. Main Library Programs […]

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Wilson County Late March and April Library Programs Announced

March 18, 2019 Kay Whatley

Wilson County Public Library will offer a variety of programs for all ages at the Main Library and Branches in April 2019, as well as the addition of an English/Spanish bilingual storytime on March 26, […]

Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child play flyer-small. Source: Dr. Mildred Summerville
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Wilson Playwright’s Creation to Be Performed in Charlotte Aug. 10

March 5, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Tall One Outreach Ministries presents the Award-winning Gospel Stage Play, “Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child” Part 2, written and produced by Dr. Mildred Summerville and directed by Trina Jeffrie (AKA Sister Cantaloupe), to be performed […]

Black History Month Celebration flyer. Source: Sweetriches, Wilson, NC
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Celebrate Black History at Wilson, NC Free Event

February 1, 2019 Kay Whatley

Get ready for an entertainment-filled evening in Wilson, North Carolina, as the nonprofit Love One Another Sisterhood, Inc. hosts a free Black History Month Celebration. Come and enjoy a night of music, poetry, dance, and acting […]

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“Voices~ The Struggles, The Faith, The Hope” in Wilson NC on Feb. 23

January 9, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Related Essay Contest is Accepting Submissions Now until Feb. 1, 2019 Vision Community Theatre Group will celebrate Black History Month with a special performance entitled, VOICES~ The Struggles, The Faith, The Hope. An essay contest […]

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Wilson County Public Library Programs for January 2019

December 13, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

Do your New Year’s resolutions include spending more time at the library? Kick off the new year with Wilson County Public Library free programs and special events in January 2019. Main Library hours are Monday-Wednesday 9am-9pm; and […]

Source: Ray Shell
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Community Arts Group to Hold 8th Anniversary Celebration on Dec. 8

November 30, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

By Ray Shell Dulamaes and Taip Lab present a celebration of eight years with The Real Friends of the Barn on Saturday, December 8, 2018, starting at 7pm. The celebration will be held at The […]

Wilson County Public Library "Food for Fines" flyer, December 2018. Source: Amanda Gardner, Wilson County Public Library
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Wilson County Public Library “Food for Fines” Forgiveness Event to Run through December

November 28, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

By Molly Westmoreland, Library Director, Wilson County Public Library Want to do a good deed for those in need and help yourself at the same time?  Bring an undented, unexpired can of food to the […]

Thanksgiving Potluck Celebration at St. John AME Zion Church in Wilson, North Carolina. Source: Jeremy Jeffers
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Foundation’s Thanksgiving Potluck Fed 125 at Wilson NC Church

November 26, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

Thanksgiving is more meaningful when you are actively involved in serving others. It is a reflective example that elevates the realization of how blessed you are daily. Caring and compassion was in full effect with the […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County Public Library Announces December 2018 Programs

November 14, 2018 Kay Whatley

Wilson County Public Library will offer a variety of free programs for the community this December at the Main Library and Branches. Founded in 1939, the Wilson County Public Library engages the community and enhances […]

Author Steven E. Davis at a book signing in Rocky Mount NC. Photo: Kay Whatley, August 2018
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Arkham Comix to host Author Expo at Wilson NC Location

November 6, 2018 Kay Whatley

Meet authors and check out their books at the Arkham Author Expo, organized by Sovereign Tomorrow Publications and Arkham Comix. The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 17, 2018, 2-5pm, at Arkham Comix’s Wilson location, 3710 Peppermill Drive, […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County Library Announces Programs for November

October 28, 2018 Kay Whatley

Wilson County Public Library offers programs for all ages. Coming up in November, enjoy storytimes, a family movie, and more this month at the Main Library and Branches. Main Library hours are Monday through Wednesday […]

Don't Judge Me Fashion Show 2018
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Don’t Judge Me Fashion Show Seeking Models

October 4, 2018 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor The Love One Another program is holding a fashion show in Wilson, North Carolina, and the Call for Models is open. Would you love to walk the runway? Now is the time […]

Source: PowerPlex Athletic Center, Wilson, North Carolina
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Wilson NC: Grand Opening of PowerPlex Athletic Center is Sept. 8

September 4, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

Celebrate local business and attend the Grand Opening of the Wilson, North Carolina PowerPlex Athletic Center on Saturday, September 8, 2018, 11am-3pm. The PowerPlex Athletic Center is a multi-sport training facility. The facility includes two […]

Source: Wilson County Public Library, Wilson NC.
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Wilson County Library Announces Programs for September

August 29, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

In September 2018, the Wilson County Public Library will offer a wide variety of free programs for the community at the Main Library and branch libraries. There is truly something for everyone in this month’s lineup. For […]

2017 Wilson Idol Winners Alayla Jenkins and Elijah Whitley with Dr. Mildred Summerville. Source: Wilson Idol
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The Local Talent Search Returns: Wilson Idol 2018 is Sept. 8

August 20, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

By Dr. Mildred Summerville The Summerville Promotion and Production Company, along with The Tall One Outreach Ministries would like to congratulate the following contestants who are the participants in the 2018 Wilson Idol Talent Show, […]

Special needs children participating in a music lesson. Source: Music Kids Foundation, Wilson NC
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A Night of Music, Food, and Brews Planned to Raise Funds for Special-Needs Music Program

July 21, 2018 Kay Whatley

Music Kids Foundation of Wilson, North Carolina brings music into the lives of special needs children and adults. To raise funds for their programs, the foundation is holding an event on Saturday, August 25, 2018, 7-9pm, […]

Source: Steven E. Davis
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Wilson NC Author to Release New Novel, Saponi, on July 4

June 29, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

A new novel, Saponi by author Steven E Davis, will be released on  Wednesday, July 4, 2018 — Independence Day. Published and distributed by Amazon and KDP Publishing, Saponi is both the heartwarming and heartbreaking tale of two […]

Homesteading may include raising chickens to supply the family with fresh eggs. Source: Steven E Davis
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NC Author Releases Homesteading Book

May 23, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

A new book, Keep Calm And Homestead: A Guide to Modern Day Homesteading, by NC-based author Steven E Davis has been released this month. Designed to show how homesteading techniques may be applied from apartment […]

Wilson Idol flyer 2018. Source: Summerville Promotion and Production Co.
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Sign-up Is Open for Wilson Idol Talent Search 2018

May 16, 2018 Guest Author or Contributor

Once again, Summerville Promotion and Production Company, along with The Tall One Outreach Ministries, take great pride in continuing this annual exploratory search, which identifies and augments Unsung Heroes, Icons, and Super Stars. On September […]

Young tomato plant. Source: The Whatleys.
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Spring Plant Sales Coming Up in Bunn, Clayton, Knightdale and Wilson

April 5, 2018 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor It’s garden time in North Carolina. Trees, shrubs, bulbs, plants, and seeds can go into the ground in April. Local garden clubs and gardens are holding plant sales, giving area residents […]

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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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