In response to the ongoing crisis in America, the United Way Tar River Region is issuing a statement on equity and inclusion.
Recently, we celebrated the 50th wedding anniversary of my fake grandparents.
Many local students recently have been honored for academic achievements.
Nine area students were among 215 rural North Carolina students recently selected by the N.C. State Education Assistance Authority to receive Golden LEAF Scholarships.
The Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy at Edgecombe Community College has received the state’s stamp of approval to continue to train students.
The first cohort of the Veterinary Medical Technology program recently graduated from Nash Community College.
How can you be sure you’re not taking out so much that you risk outliving your resources?
“I could not be happier to be a student here,” Mary Alice Overman said. “I highly recommend Nash Community College to anyone.”
Rocky Mount Assistant City Manager Elton Daniels will serve a one-year term as secretary-treasurer of the North Carolina City/County Management Association.
From the city block to the suburban back yard to the back country, Girl Scouts has a long and storied history of getting girls outdoors.
Charles Addison Jr. is this year’s Rocky Mount High School senior band member named to be the recipient of the 2020 Carlton D. Stevenson Annual Charity Golf Scholarship.
The Rocky Mount Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. has endowed a scholarship at Edgecombe Community College that will support African-American students from the Twin Counties.
Keychonia Williams of Rocky Mount is a senior recreation and leisure studies major and coaching minor at the University of Mount Olive. This summer she is interning with the Recreation and Parks Department in Clinton.
Gov. Roy Cooper has declared June as FAFSA Frenzy Month to encourage students to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken up nearly every aspect of American life. To say it’s been a difficult time would be an understatement.
The last few months have been tremendously challenging.
N.C. Wesleyan College continues to build upon its already robust admissions team by welcoming new Admissions Counselor Ashley Anderson.
In association with Mount Zion First Baptist Church in Rocky Mount, WNCR-TV will broadcast and host the first Juneteenth Gospel Celebration from 9 p.m. to midnight on Friday.
Electric Line Construction Academy students participated in their annual end of semester rodeo on June 4 at Nash Community College.
National Pollinator Week, June 22-28, highlights the issue of declining pollinator populations and the valuable ecosystem services they provide.
There’s certainly been plenty of volatility and uncertainty the past few months, but one aspect of your financial picture has probably remained stable: your need for insurance.
As I drove to work a few mornings ago, I saw a man running on the opposite side of the road.
After graduating from Tarboro High School, Aundray Johnson enrolled at Nash Community College.
Local businesses communities have been and will continue to be tested in unpredictable ways.
The Dollar General Literacy Foundation recently awarded Nash Community College a $10,000 grant to support adult literacy in the College and Career Readiness program.
Girl Scouts from the North Carolina Coastal Pines council are celebrating 15 years of giving back to the men and women of the American armed forces through Operation Cookie Drop.
As more COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, more people are getting out and making a difference in their communities.
Casi Brown’s passion for video games began at an early age.
N.C. Wesleyan College is working through the COVID-19 pandemic and meeting the needs of May 2020 graduates with an Associate Degree in Nursing who apply for Wesleyan’s new RN to BSN Program.
The coronavirus pandemic has accelerated the shift from nursing student to employed nurse.
In these challenging economic times, many worthwhile charitable organizations find themselves in a precarious financial position.
Nash Community College’s Electric Line Construction Academy students returned to campus May 11 to complete the field training portion of the program.
Rocky Mount City Manager Rochelle Small-Toney recently began a program for employees who go above and beyond their job description requirements.
Thank you to our community, corporate partners and individuals who have supported the United Way Tar River Region COVID-19 Response Fund.
Perfection Photography recently announced it was “adopting” 25 graduating seniors to give free graduation photo shoots due to the unfortunate circumstances the Class of 2020 is facing during the coronavirus pandemic.
Graduation ceremonies for students in Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools already have begun, but most ceremonies will be held virtually this weekend.
Elena Koutouzos recently joined N.C. Wesleyan College as director of Alumni & Donor Relations.
Many job seekers grow frustrated with their job search after completing applications online and never hearing back.
A local author recently completed his book, “The Killing of the Christian Church in America,” which is now available on Amazon and other retail outlets.
N.C. Wesleyan College has continued to regulate its policies to fit the needs of its students, faculty and staff members.