Organizations give out winter items to those in need
Free hats, jackets, scarves, socks and gloves lined the trees around the Wilson County Public Library Tuesday. Dozens of people were able to take what they needed thanks to the annual Operation Wrap-Up. The project aims to get community members involved and join hands to help in the fight to...
Low bridge on US 301 struck again
A low bridge spanning U.S. 301 at Elm City was struck again Tuesday, this time with only minor damage. “The damage was minor, and only cosmetic, in that some of the concrete on the concrete-reinforced girders flaked/chipped off,” said North Carolina Department of Transportation spokesman Andrew Barksdale. “We have inspected...
Parents protested; school board listened
SMITHFIELD — Proposed changes to attendance boundaries had spared just five of Johnston’s 24 elementary schools. The final version doubles that number. And among the county’s middle schools, the plan no longer shifts Clayton-area students to Selma. In short, after seeing the proposed changes, parents protested moving their children, and...
Lumos laying fiber optic network in Selma
SELMA — As it deploys fiber optic cable across town, a broadband company is putting a premium on keeping residents in the loop. “We do understand that our presence in this community and the nature of our work may raise concerns among some residents,” Ryan Lapointe, director of business development...
Turkey Drive drop-off Saturday at WFPD Taylor Street Substation, Turkey Giveaway Nov. 25 at Tri-Area Ministry
The Wake Forest Police Department will accept frozen turkey donations Nov. 23 from 9 a.m.-noon, as part of this year’s Turkey Drive. Police officers will be available at the Police Department Substation, 225 S. Taylor St., throughout the morning to thank donors and unload the turkeys. The three-hour drop-off event...
WakeMed cuts ribbon on Wake Forest facility
A new medical facility in Wake Forest aims to meet the needs of a growing region by offering care in a variety of medical specialties. WakeMed cut the ribbon Nov. 15 on a new medical park in Wake Forest. The facility, which is located at 1030 Siena Drive in Wake...
Lifetime learning a priority at Spaulding Family Resource Center
SPRING HOPE — A pair of free programs offered by the Spaulding Family Resource Center operated in full swing last week, promoting lifetime learning for their students. Children 5 and under took center stage in the building’s playroom, participating in the Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Program, while adults worked to...
Miss Bailey, Miss Sweetpotato winners crowned
A hearty crowd gathered at Southern Nash High School on Saturday to watch the 2024 Miss Bailey/Miss Sweetpotato Pageant. Chloe Lee was crowned Teen Miss Bailey, while Caydance Harrelson won Teen Miss Sweetpotato. Keely Lowery was first runner-up. Brinsley Darak won Junior Miss Bailey, with Elizabeth Price earning Junior Miss...
Granville Briefs
Hurricane Relief Concert Local bands, The Barefoot Movement, Bryan’s Hill Band, and GrassStreet, in association with South Granville High School Chorus will perform a benefit concert to assist with the ongoing recovery efforts for those affected by Hurricane Helene. The show is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Nov. 22 at the...
Economic impact, farm equipment safety among topics on Farmer Appreciation Day
Safety concerns related to farm equipment on rural roads in Granville County was a topic of interest at a Farmer Appreciation Day event held last week by Rep. Frank Sossamon. Jeff Preddy, who farms in the Wilton community in southern Granville County, said people need to recognize and respect farmers...
