A Wake Forest, North Carolina man pleaded guilty on June 24, 2020, to theft and embezzlement from a credit union in Zebulon, NC. According to court documents, Johnnie Earl Harrell, 47, served as branch manager […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor For those who live in Zebulon, North Carolina and surrounding Five County area, you’re familiar with the lack of delivery from restaurants in the town. Other than a national brand pizza […]
Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential. Under the North Carolina safety recommendations, farmers markets are essential, and markets in the Five County area / Inner Coastal Plains will be open this Saturday, […]
The Zebulon Farm Fresh Market (ZFFM) will open as originally scheduled, with changes including added coronavirus safety precautions. ZFFM will start with a Wednesday pop-up market, followed by a regular market Saturday, for which May Day […]
Oak Ridge Farms, based in Zebulon, North Carolina, has announced the winter dates for The Market, an on-farm market open through winter and into early Spring for local shopping. The Market offerings go beyond the […]
Check out Preservation Day on Saturday, February 8, 2020, 1-4pm, at Zebulon Town Hall. This event is free and open to the public. All are invited to bring along their own memorabilia of pre-1980s […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor The Five County Beekeepers Association (5CBA), based in Zebulon, North Carolina, held a field day for members and beginning beekeepers on January 11, 2020. This field day served as a time […]
Ed. Note: This article from January is no longer the current data. Due to coronavirus concerns, changes have been made as reported here on April 13, 2020. ________ Original article published January 7, 2020: The “Call […]
Holiday events will be taking place in downtown Zebulon, North Carolina including a tree lighting and special “Holiday Market.” Downtown Tree Lighting Festival Friday, November 22, 2019 @ 6-9pm Downtown Zebulon will become the winter […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor Outsize the city limits of Zebulon, North Carolina is the area of Pilot. Located in Franklin County, one of Pilot’s untapped amenities is Pilot Lions Park. The 18.38 acre “Community Park” includes […]
As local farmers markets wind down, and the holiday season ramps up, vendors can find opportunities to sell their wares at farmers market “holiday markets” and some are accepting vendor applications now. Nash County Farmers […]
Come take a leisurely stroll through downtown Zebulon, North Carolina and learn about our town’ early history, formation and settlers. Preservation Zebulon presents an opportunity for the area residents to participate in this popular walking […]
Comic World in Zebulon, North Carolina will be holding its second-annual Halloween Bash on Thursday, October 31, 2019, 5-8pm. Come in costume and join the fun with an in-shop haunted house and a chance to […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor On Saturday, September 28, 2019, join the fun in Zebulon, North Carolina while supporting historic preservation. The second-annual Murder Mystery Dinner fundraiser for Preservation Zebulon gives attendees a lively meal with […]
The Zebulon Farm Fresh Market brings together farmers, artisans, and local businesses to the Zebulon, North Carolina Town Hall lawn on Saturdays, providing shoppers with access to local goods. Market Saturdays often include special activities […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor Miss Heidi’s Sauce of Franklin County, North Carolina is celebrating one year in business. The first jar of this unique, creamy Chipotle sauce ran off the line on August 1, 2018. […]
On Saturday, August 24, 2019, during the Zebulon Farm Fresh Market hours of 9am-1pm, the town Parks and Recreation Department will be holding the Back To School Bash with special activities and giveaways. There will be […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor HS Howell Farms will be the site of a one-day Summer Bash Vendor Event this Saturday, providing an opportunity to visit the farm, shop local from 20 vendors, and grab a bite […]
Spring is in the air and it’s time for farm-fresh produce and locally made goodies. Get ready for the Zebulon Farm Fresh Market “Opening Day” on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The market will open at 9am and […]
Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor It’s time for the Easter story and egg hunting for kids. Hunts planned for the five-county area (and beyond) are included below. Where available, a link has been provided to […]
Can you hear the crack of the bat? The cheers of the baseball fans echoing across the stadium? Not yet, but soon. It’s almost baseball season, and that means that it’s time for hiring at […]
By Kay Whatley Eastern North Carolina is home to farms of all types. Depending on the season, they provide fresh produce, meats, and more — just about everything you need for your table, whether you’re […]
Six authors, all members of Franklin County Arts Council Writers’ Guild, will be selling and signing copies of their books at The Rusted Hinge Marketplace in downtown Zebulon Sunday, November 4, 2018, 2-4pm. The writers […]
Donations for Care, Eventual Forever-Home Needed It was a normal Tuesday on August 28, 2018, when a Zebulon, North Carolina woman went outside to hang her laundry in the sun. She heard a whining noise, […]
By Kay Whatley, Editor On Saturday, July 7, 2018, The Zebulon Farm Fresh Market (ZFFM) held a Literacy Day at the Market with special vendors including the Wake County Public Libraries (Zebulon Community Library), Comic […]
On Saturday, June 9, 2018, 9am-1pm, during the Zebulon Farm Fresh Market, stop by for special events aimed toward health and healthy activities. This date is a Family Health and Fitness Day, including: Free health […]
Vendor opportunities coming up, some for a day and some for a season. Check out options for selling your wares below. Note that in addition to the vendor opportunities listed below, information on farmers markets […]
By Kay Whatley The Zebulon Christmas Parade made its way through downtown and along Gannon Avenue on Sunday, December 3, 2017. This year’s parade mixed tractors with floats, marching bands, dancers, classic cars, and trucks […]
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