Superior Court Judge L. Lamont Wiggins denied Elm City resident Gabe Merando’s motion for a a temporary restraining order against the town of Elm City on Tuesday. Merando sought an order and injunction against the town, Mayor Tawanda Moore, Mayor Pro Tem Tammie Atkinson and Commissioner Bridget Wimberley, claiming the town’s Board of Commissioners broke state law in passing the […]
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Police, fire chiefs face staffing challenges
Hiring quality, qualified candidates has been an issue for Police Chief Scott Biddle and Fire Chief Albert Alston for several years. At the Wilson City Council’s June breakfast meeting, the two chiefs agreed they could fill all their vacancies immediately, but the new hires wouldn’t meet Wilson’s standards. It’s a challenge, City Manager Grant Goings said, that money can’t solve. […]
NC Baseball Museum packed with state’s heritage
This story appears in the summer issue of Wilsonian. Baseball means more in North Carolina, and one place immortalizes that greater than any other is the N.C. Baseball Museum. The museum is connected to historic Fleming Stadium, which has seen a storied history of its own, from an Elvis Presley concert to a Negro League game where a team full […]
Truck, camper destroyed in BP fire
A truck and camper were destroyed in a fire Tuesday night under the awning of the BP Station on 5030 Raleigh Road Parkway W. Deputy Fire Chief Jim Campbell said the fire was an accident. He said the awning over the pumps sustained moderate fire damage and smoke damage. The building’s exterior also received smoke damage. No one was injured. […]
Artist sought for Elm City mural featuring the late Harvey Reid Jr.
The town of Elm City, Wilson Arts and the Oliver Nestus Freeman Round House and African American Museum are seeking an artist to paint a mural on the east side of the former Elm City Furniture and Cobb Furniture building. The building, located at 101 W. Main St. in Elm City, was selected as the mural’s site by the Board […]
County hires engineer for capital projects
Wilson County has hired Brajesh Tiwari as its county engineer. Tiwari has nearly two decades of public and private sector experience in civil engineering and project management. He began the new role Monday. “Brajesh will immediately begin working on a wide range of county projects and developing a county capital improvement plan,” County Manger Ron Hunt said in a news […]
Church-operated thrift shop helps others
This story appears in the summer issue of Wilsonian. If you’re on the hunt for a good thrifting find, Second Blessings in Elm City has got you covered. “It’s the best kept secret in Wilson County,” said Wanda Dorsey, Second Blessings committee chairwoman. “You never know what you’re going to find. We get something unique and fun every week.” The […]
Golf tourney raises $10.5K for Miracle League
More than 100 golfers at the Teeing Up with Zack fundraising golf tournament raised $10,500 to donate to Wilson’s Miracle Field. The June 21 tournament boasted 26 teams. The donation was presented Monday night before the Wilson Tobs game, with tournament namesake Zackary Jordan throwing out the first pitch. “I just want to say a big heartfelt thank you to […]
Sharpsburg mayor faces 3rd DWI since December
Sharpsburg Mayor Robert Williams faces another drunken driving charge after he was arrested Monday in Rocky Mount. This is Williams’ third DWI charge since December. Rocky Mount Police Department received a 5:37 p.m. call from an anonymous person who reported a reckless driver traveling southbound on North Wesleyan Boulevard, Typhani Gray, Rocky Mount Police public information officer said in a […]
Man seeks injunction over Elm City budget
A resident has applied for a temporary restraining order against the town of Elm City, claiming its board broke state law in passing the 2024-25 fiscal year budget. Gabe Merando filed a motion for relief from judgment, temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction on Friday, three days after the Board of Commissioners adopted the budget following a public hearing. Listed […]
Simply Natural opens its doors in Wilson
The unique Jersey cow ice cream brand Simply Natural Creamery has made its way to Wilson. The ice cream spot opened its doors in Shoppes at Brentwood, 2801 Ward Blvd. Suite 4A, Monday morning to a line of grandparents, parents and kids on summer vacation and ready to try the new location’s sweet treats. Just minutes after the doors opened, […]
Rachel Hunt kicks off campaign farm tour here
SIMS — Rachel Hunt, Democratic candidate for North Carolina lieutenant governor, kicked off her statewide farm tour Saturday afternoon at Sharp Farms in Sims. Hunt spoke about the importance of agriculture to the state and backing farmers to a crowd of more than 100 local supporters. “I wanted to have a farm rally because I know how important farming is […]
Use fireworks safely to avoid injury
While many families will celebrate the Fourth of July by going to the Wilson County American Legion Fairgrounds to watch a professional fireworks show, some are likely to set off fireworks of their own. LOCAL SHOWS Thursday’s fireworks at the fairgrounds will start around 9:15 p.m. The parking lot will open at 5. Enter Gate 2B. There’s no admission charge. […]
Down to Business: North State branches out into cybersecurity
North State Consulting CEO Bill O’Boyle is extending the company’s reach to tackle cybersecurity after acquiring Indiana-based FB Security Group. “North State Consulting already does sales generation for software companies,” O’Boyle said. “The natural progression would be the full process. Cybersecurity is such a threat to businesses of all sizes. We can offer really completive solutions.” O’Boyle said North State […]
Deed transfers: Wilson County transactions from June 17-21
The following deed transfers for the week of June 17-21 have been recorded in the Wilson County Register of Deeds Office: From Brenda Gale Harrell to Brenda Gale Harrell, trustee, Brenda Gale Harrell Revocable Trust, 2402 Bradford Drive N., Apt. 3A, Wilson, no stamp; From Luis Alberto Montalvo Gonzalez to Lillian Lopez, 5009 Trappers Road NW, Wilson, no stamp; From […]
County asks residents to voluntarily conserve water
Wilson County Water Services is encouraging customers in its Southwest and Southeast water districts to be mindful of their water use and efficiency due to moderate drought conditions. The county issued a voluntary water use reduction advisory for its customers on Friday. “Due to the recent hot and dry conditions, we’re trying to be proactive to avoid mandatory water restrictions […]
Super-soaked satisfaction as park opens
Wilson’s new All-Children’s Splash Pad opened with screams of joy from hundreds of wonderfully wet children Thursday. Mayor Carlton Stevens pushed the button to start the water flowing in the new 3,000-square-foot water feature recently completed at the J. Burt Gillette Athletic Complex. “Children, are you ready?” Stevens called out to a bunch of swimsuit-wearing children eager to get super-soaked. […]
Farmers battle hot, dry conditions
Farmer Stephen Daniels doesn’t have a traditional rain dance. “My rain dance is going out there and turning on the water pump,” Daniels said on Wednesday. Growers across Wilson County are facing unusually dry conditions and a lingering heat wave with temperatures approaching 100 degrees many days. “It’s been a good three weeks since we have had any sizable rain,” […]
Burlington opens doors, donates $5,000 to Jones Elementary
Folks lined up and were ready to shop before the doors officially opened Friday morning at the new Burlington location in Wilson. The national discount retailer celebrated its grand opening in a special way, too. Burlington donated $5,000 to Jones Elementary School through its long-standing partnership with the national nonprofit organization AdoptAClassroom.org. Jones teachers and staff were present for the […]
Sounds of Summer concerts resume at First Christian Church
First Christian Church’s sixth annual Sounds of Summer Series starts at noon Wednesday, July 3, with Raleigh soprano Ginger Jones-Robinson and her collaborative pianist, Alan Rudell. Additional concerts will be July 17 with pianist Dexter Ruffin, Aug. 7 with soprano Elizabeth Winstead and pianist Casey Childers and Aug. 21 with tenor Matthew Joyner and pianist Matthew Young. These concerts are […]
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