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Brown Bag Bagels' owners, volunteering at the Zebulon House Valentine event, handing out love bags to residents. Photo: Kay Whatley, greyareanews.com
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Zebulon Event to Boost Seniors is Seeking Gift Item Donations

September 21, 2016 Kay Whatley

Susan Aceti and Pat Kendrick plan to share the love with residents of the Zebulon House assisted living center in December.  Donations are sought for items to give to the 60 residents in time for the holidays […]

Baxter's Bees will be at the Zebulon Farm Fresh Market on September 24, 2016. Source: baxtersbees.com.
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Zebulon Farm Fresh Market Spotlights Bees and Beekeeping

September 21, 2016 Kay Whatley

On Saturday, September 24, 2016, the Zebulon Farm Fresh Market is featuring bees!  A beekeeper will be on hand, with a hive and fun activities, to educate all ages about bees and the work that […]

Downtown with lights. Source: Zebulon Chamber of Commerce, Zebulon NC.
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Zebulon Next Conference Invites Public to Hear the Future

September 21, 2016 Kay Whatley

Registration is open for the inaugural Zebulon Next — an Economic Growth Conference organized by the Zebulon Chamber of Commerce.  This one-day event is scheduled for Thursday, October 6, 2016, 7:45am to 10:30am. Denise Nowell of the Zebulon Chamber […]

Source: Carolina Mudcats
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Atlanta Braves Moving Mudcats to Florida

September 20, 2016 Kay Whatley

Braves Return to Florida State League for First Time Since 1968 The Atlanta Braves announced on September 16, 2016, that the Club’s Advanced-A team, formerly the Carolina Mudcats, will move from Zebulon, North Carolina, to Kissimmee, Fla, […]

Serving food and serving God: volunteers at the 2015 Fall Festival. Source: Zebulon United Methodist Church, Zebulon NC.
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Zebulon UMC Fall Festival Rescheduled to Oct. 22

September 5, 2016 Kay Whatley

**Rescheduled to October 22, 2016, due to potential of Hurricane Matthew.** Zebulon United Methodist Church is hosting its 33rd Annual Fall Festival — with activities for the entire family — on Saturday, October 8, 2016. Each year, volunteers and […]

Photo: Kim and “Monty” the therapy horse. Photo by Kay Whatley.
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Nash County Horse Therapy Nonprofit Open at New Farm

August 29, 2016 Kay Whatley

Horse (Equine-assisted) Therapy Nonprofit Expands Its Zebulon NC Facilities and Offerings By Kay Whatley, Editor Kindred Spirits Farm clients and visitors will travel an extra mile down Massey Road now. The nonprofit moved to a new farm with brand […]

Produce at a farmer's market. Source: Kay Whatley.
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Food Programs Help Families Afford Fresh Produce

August 8, 2016 Kay Whatley

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 […]

Source: Zebulon Farm Fresh Market, Zebulon NC.
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Free Cantaloupe at Zebulon Market on July 23

July 22, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Maurine Brown, Farmers’ Market Manager Come to the Zebulon Farm Fresh Market (ZFFM) on July 23, 2016, for free Cantaloupe to the first 50 Customers! All Cantaloupes are courtesy of Rob’s Fresh Produce. Stop […]

Nina's Wing Corner offers a full menu, including wings from mild to wild, and wall-reading while you eat. Photo: Nadia Ethier.
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Mild to Hot: Zebulon Wing Place Stands Out

July 8, 2016 Kay Whatley

At Nina’s Wing Corner, the main challenge is deciding what flavor — or flavors — to add to your chicken wings. Their wing flavor list includes more than 30 sauces and dry rubs, ranging from mild to intensely hot. Daring […]

Pilot Area NC Community Watch Sign
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Franklin County NC’s Pilot Area Combats Crime with Community Watch

June 20, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor After the Pilot, North Carolina community was hit by dozens of thefts, the citizens banded together to create a Community Watch group. This Zebulon-area neighborhood worked with the Franklin County Sheriff’s […]

Source: Zebulon Farm Fresh Market, Zebulon NC.
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Zebulon Farm Fresh Market Giving Kids Free Meals

June 17, 2016 Kay Whatley

Zebulon NC is an area with a high number of students in free/reduced school lunch programs. During summer break, the Zebulon Farm Fresh Market is working with the “Kids Summer Meals” program to provide free nutritious meals to area […]

Fresh-picked Strawberries. Photo: Vollmer Farm, Bunn NC.
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Eastern NC Farmers Need Your Support

May 17, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Local farmers need support from their communities to survive, or thrive. Shopping at a farmers market near you helps to get money into the hands of farmers — helping them each take care […]

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Star Wars Events in Eastern Wake Libraries

April 26, 2016 Kay Whatley

Special Star Wars themed events are scheduled for libraries across Wake County.  Details here show the dates for Knightdale, Wendell, and Zebulon NC library events. More libraries are listed on the Wake County Libraries website. […]

Zebulon United Methodist Church Food Bank, Zebulon NC. Photo Source: Cindy Privette.
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Zebulon Church Partners with Food Bank

April 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

Contributed by Cindy Privette The Zebulon United Methodist Church (ZUMC) is pleased to announce that effective March 28, 2016 the church food pantry is partnering with the Food Bank of North Carolina. The mission statement of the […]

Wakefield Central Baptist Church Belarussian Mission photo.
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Zebulon Church Collecting Clothes, Hosting Bazaar

April 4, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Each summer, Wakefield Central Baptist Church partners with the American Belarussian Relief Organization to sponsor a group of children from Belarus for a brief stay in Zebulon NC area homes.  The church, as […]

Source: Zebulon Shrine Club, Zebulon NC.
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Zebulon Shriners to Hold Fish Fry on March 25th

March 21, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Zebulon Shrine Club is holding a Fish Fry on March 25, 2016, from 11am to 7pm. The fish fry is at the Zebulon Shrine Club, 1201 W Gannon Avenue, in Zebulon NC — on […]

Book cover for The Book of Donkeys, published 2016. Source: Donna Campbell Smith, NC.
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Visit with Donkeys During Local Book’s Launch

March 18, 2016 Donna Campbell Smith

Local Writer Launches the Book of Donkeys at Donkey Day By Donna Campbell Smith & Shannon Hoffman Local writer Donna Campbell Smith will be launching her latest book published by Lyons Press, The Book of Donkeys, at […]

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An Elegant Affair Helps Make Prom More Affordable

March 12, 2016 Kay Whatley

An Elegant Affair Inc of Zebulon NC is helping teens get to Prom, and look good, without breaking the bank. Their Thrift Store offers a variety of Prom dresses and tuxedos at reduced prices, or free […]

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Mudcats Baseball’s National Anthem Auditions March 19

March 3, 2016 Kay Whatley

Singers are encouraged to tryout on March 19, 2016, beginning at 9am Released by Carolina Mudcats / MILB.com The Carolina Mudcats, member of baseball’s historic Carolina League, is hosting their annual National Anthem tryouts on Saturday, March […]

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Mudcats Baseball Job Fair Scheduled for March 5

March 1, 2016 Kay Whatley

Carolina Mudcats to host annual job fair on March 5, 2016, at Five County Stadium in Zebulon Released by Carolina Mudcats Baseball The Carolina Mudcats will hold their annual job fair and hiring event on […]

Source: Zebulon Farm Fresh Market, Zebulon NC.
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Zebulon Farm Fresh Market Sets New Location

February 23, 2016 Kay Whatley

Zebulon Farm Fresh Market (ZFFM) New Location and 2016 Schedule The Zebulon Farm Fresh Market is preparing for their second year, and is moving to a new location. The market will be held on Arendell Avenue, […]

2016 KidFest Flyer. Source: Brandy Hunter, Belk, Zebulon NC.
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Zebulon Belk Seeking Models for KidFest

February 15, 2016 Kay Whatley

Models Needed for the 2016 KidFest Children’s Fashion Show Belk is holding their annual KidFest and Belk stores — including the Belk in Zebulon — are seeking child models for the fashion show. Each spring, KidFest is […]

Love bags and cookies lined up before the Zebulon House Valentine event. Photo: Kay Whatley, greyareanews.com
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Zebulon House Valentine’s Event

February 14, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor The morning of February 13, 2016, was cold and crisp. Inside Zebulon House, the assisted living residents and seniors were warm and enjoying visits from sponsors and volunteers there to bring […]

Zebulon United Methodist Church in Zebulon NC. Photo Source: ZebulonUMC Facebook.
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Zebulon Church Requests Donations for Flea Market, Bake Sale

February 10, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Zebulon United Methodist Women, at Zebulon United Methodist Church (UMC), is holding their annual Flea Market and Bake Sale on Saturday, March 5, 2016, from 7am until noon. Funds raised from flea market sales and […]

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Synthetic Oil Dealer Uses Experience, Educates Car Owners

February 9, 2016 Kay Whatley

AMSOIL “First in Synthetics” Since 1972 Contributed by Gerry Reid, AMSOIL Direct Jobber, Lubrication & Filtration Consultant, Zebulon NC Synthetic lubricants have been around since the early 30’s.  The Germans were the first big users during WWII, […]

Pat Kendrick with Love Bags packed for Zebulon House. Photo Source: Susan Aceti, Zebulon NC.
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Local Businesses Share the Love to Give Seniors Joy

February 7, 2016 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor Inspired by a visit her mother made to a friend at a nursing home, Susan Aceti felt a need to do something to bring joy to the residents. She set a […]

Photo Source: Zebulon House, Zebulon NC.
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Local Donations Sought for Zebulon Seniors

January 12, 2016 Kay Whatley

When Susan Aceti’s mother went to visit a friend at a senior nursing home, she saw residents eager for connection and a break from their everyday schedule. Susan felt her heart pushing her to do something […]

Carolina Mudcats at Five County Stadium, February 28, 2014. Source: James Willamor of Raleigh NC.
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Carolina Mudcats Baseball Team Unveils Muddy’s Buddies Club

January 6, 2016 Kay Whatley

The Muddy’s Buddies club is available to children ages 12 and under Released by the Carolina Mudcats The Carolina Mudcats, the Class A Advanced affiliate of the Atlanta Braves and member of the historic Carolina […]

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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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