The Arc of Wilson County’s Hope Singers will hold a Christmas Concert on Thursday, December 15th at the Wilson Agricultural Center (1806 Goldsboro St S SW, Wilson) starting at 6:30. Free admission.

The Joint Veterans Committee of Nash and Edgecombe Counties will be holding a flag raising ceremony at Jack Laughery Park in Rocky Mount on Saturday, December 17th at 11:00. The flag presentation this month will be to the family of Charles William Joyner, U.S. Army. The public is encouraged to attend to honor those who […]

Donate blood this holiday season. In Wilson, the Wilson Agriculture Center is holding a blood drive on Thursday, December 22nd from 10 until 2. In Roanoke Rapids, the First Christian Church has a blood drive on Tuesday, December 27th from 2 until 6. Access Red Cross Blood dot org to sign up for one of […]

Are you looking for a way to be a shining light to the youth in the area? Peacemakers is looking for after school tutors. Positions are part-time with convenient hours and small class sizes. If interested, email your resume to Dianna@rockymountpeacemakers.org or call 252-212-5044. Peacemakers Rocky Mount is a Christian social action and community development […]

Donate blood this holiday season. In Wilson, the Wilson Agriculture Center is holding a blood drive on Thursday, December 22nd from 10 until 2. In Roanoke Rapids, the First Christian Church has a blood drive on Tuesday, December 27th from 2 until 6. Access Red Cross Blood dot org to sign up for one of […]

The First Baptist Church of Wilson (311 NW Nash Street) will be holding an American Red Cross blood drive on December 29th from noon until 6. If you give between now and January 2nd you will receive a long-sleeved Red Cross T-shirt, limited quantity! Access Red Cross Blood dot org to sign up for one […]

Did you know January is National Mentoring Month? Having a positive adult mentor helps prevent early drug use, encourages teens to be college- and career-ready, and promotes positive mental health. The Boys & Girls Club of the Tar River Region has dedicated staff to be mentors in our club members' lives. Sign up your youth […]

The Wilson Orchid Society will meet on Monday, January 9th starting at 6:00 at the Wilson County Center. Come and learn about orchids and related plants. This group is for beginners and collectors alike.

Nash County Cooperative Extension will be offering initial training for Extension Master Gardener Volunteers beginning on January 26th. Classes will meet weekly on Thursday afternoons from 1 to 4 at the Nash County Agriculture Center through April 13th. To apply for the course, complete an application on the Cooperative Extension website. The fee for the […]

Bidding is currently open for the Southside Academy’s Silent Auction 2023. Check out all the various items, services, and events available at peacemakers.betterworld.org. This fundraiser and others assist the Southside Academy to foster hope in God within under-resourced areas of Rocky Mount by providing children with a remarkable, God-centered education.

The Joint Veterans Committee of Nash and Edgecombe Counties will be holding a flag raising ceremony at Jack Laughery Park in Rocky Mount on Saturday, January 21st at 11. The flag presentation this month will be to the family of Charles “Jack” Ross Cone, Jr. The public is encouraged to attend to honor those who […]

Join the Wilson Botanical Gardens plant over 400 tree seedlings to create a Woodland Walk on Thursday, January 26th at 11:30. The trees include longleaf and loblolly pine; live, scarlet, and white oak and a few black walnuts. Please bring a spade shovel, gloves, and wear sturdy shoes/boots. Extra tools will be provided.