Adopt a cute rubber turtle and help raise funds for The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Tar River Region during their 5th Annual Teeny Tiny Turtles on the Tar event happening Saturday September 14th at 10 am at the Rocky Mount Mills.  Each adoption helps support youth in the Twin Counties.  Help reach the […]

Wilson Botanical Garden’s September Garden talk “Backyard Butterflies” will start at 4 pm on Monday, September 16th at the Wilson Agricultural Center 1806 Southwest Goldsboro Street. Learn the art of establishing a butterfly habitat in your backyard. For more information visit Wilsonbotanicalgarden.org.

The Joint Veterans Committee of Nash and Edgecombe Counties will be performing a flag presentation ceremony at Jack Laughery Veterans Memorial Park, 321 N. Church St., Rocky Mount on Saturday, September 21st, at 10:00 AM to honor Sgt. Major William Irving Davis, United States Marine Corp. The service is free to an honorably discharged veterans’ […]

Franklin County Beekeepers Association is dedicated to furthering the knowledge of and interest in beekeeping.  Their next meeting is Wednesday, September 25 from 7:00 pm  to 9:00 pm at the Franklin County Cooperative Extension Service - East Nash Street in Louisburg.  Those interested in joining are welcome to attend.  For more information visit FranklinCountyBees.org.

You’re invited to the United Way of Wilson County’s Campaign Kickoff – United Games on Thursday September 26th from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm at the Greater Wilson Rotary Park.  Enjoy an afternoon of games, lunch and supporting local agencies. Visit UnitedWayofWilson.org/campaign to RSVP by September 19th

A steady increase in lifesaving blood products is vital in ensuring hospitals stay ready for any situation.  Everett Chapel Church 307 Everette Avenue in Clayton is hosting a blood drive on Thursday, September 26th from 1:30 pm  to 6:00 pm.  Visit redcrossblood.org for more information or to book an appointment.

Join the Down East Partnership for Children for a Family Fun Day Carnival on Saturday, September 28th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at North Carolina Wesleyan University Campus. There will be giveaways, food trucks, games, inflatables and more. Visit their Facebook page for more information.  

Come out and explore the large yard sale at Our Lady of the Rosary Church – 2227 Hwy 39 North in Louisburg October 3rd, 4th, and 5th.  The yard sale will be open Thursday and Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm  and 8:00 am to noon on Saturday.  There will be something for everyone.  […]

The United Way Tar River Region’s 2024 Campaign Kickoff has been rescheduled for 8:30 am Friday, October 4th  at 2501 Sunset Avenue in Rocky Mount.  Come out and cheer the cyclist at the finish line and contribute to the United Way Health Programs for the youth by donating bottled water, protein bars or other healthy […]

Join Liberty Christian Church – 7818 NC 39 Highway South in Henderson for their Fall Bazaar on Saturday, October 5th from 8 to 1.  Come browse the various items for sale, participate in a silent auction, enter a 50/50 raffle, enjoy tasty baked goods, food and more.  All are welcome to this family friendly event.

St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church is hosting a Rummage Sale Fundraiser on Saturday, October 5th from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm at 202 North Goldsboro Street in Wilson.  There will be a variety of items for sale including furniture, antiques, home décor, baby items and so much more.  All proceeds will go to local charities.

Spring Hill Presbyterian Church -7335 Springfield School Rd. in Lucama - is holding their Annual Fall Auction on Saturday, Oct. 5th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The concession stand will be serving applejacks, sausage biscuits, hotdogs, and more.  Proceeds will go toward rebuilding the sanctuary that was destroyed by a fire.