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Wilson County lands two huge manufacturers
In neighboring Wilson County, the big swings are resulting in big hits, with a tremendous amount of growth under way. Part of those results have included a 600-home subdivision, low-rent apartments and the new baseball stadium which brought with it tons of multi-use development downtown. But the county’s pharmaceuticals portfolio is booming as well, with the Rocky Mount-based Golden LEAF Foundation joining in to ensure an available workforce is ready to fill the large number of jobs heading to the region. ...
Princeton business owner wins HVAC award
Brent Evans of Princeton is among this year’s winners of the HVAC Trade-Pro of the Year Award. Malco Tools, a maker of tools for the HVAC trade, said Evans stood out for his achievements, on-the-job safety and commitment to making a difference in his community. Evans owns Evans Heating & A/C. He is a former HVAC instructor at Johnston Community […] The post Princeton business owner wins HVAC award first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Bruins batter Cougars 49-6 for 1st win
Establishing the running game ranked as a foremost priority for the Beddingfield High football team on a comfortable Friday night, when it kicked off its five-game 2-A Neuse 6 Conference schedule at home with a 49-6 demolition of visiting Goldsboro before a small turnout. In a matchup of the winless, the Bruins, while throwing just one pass, rolled up a […] The post Bruins batter Cougars 49-6 for 1st win first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Fall Spirit With Miss Rachel
"Miss Rachel" as commonly known around the Town of Elm City, has a natural knack for all things floral and arrangement(s). Left to her passion and love, Rachel Robinson can create a masterpiece with just about anything she does. At 82 years of age, this mother, grandmother, auntie, sister, and friend, is not only wearing a green shirt, but two "green thumbs". She is pictured here putting her fall spin on the front of Elm City's Town Hall. This is one small community that is always in awe at what Miss Rachel will come up with next! Please be sure to give her a smile when you see her around because that is what she offers freely in return!
Happenings: Events, activities and community announcements
Email announcements at least two weeks in advance to community@reflector.com for publication in The Standard and The Daily Reflector. Oktoberfest The Farmville Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Partnership will hold an Oktoberfest celebration from 6-10 p.m. today at the Historic May Lew Farm & Event Center, 5130 W. Wilson St. It will feature music by The Mighty Saints of Soul, a menu that includes bratwurst and sauerkraut, assorted beer and...
Demons hand out another doughnut, blank SSS 37-0
SMITHFIELD — Defense was the ticket for the Fike High varsity football team again Friday night, Oct. 4, as the Golden Demons posted their second straight shutout in a 37-0 victory at Smithfield-Selma. That win pushed Fike’s overall record to 4-2 and, more importantly, to 3-0 and tied for first place with C.B. Aycock (6-0, 3-0 QCC), which visits Fike […] The post Demons hand out another doughnut, blank SSS 37-0 first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Tigers attack Chargers by land and air in 52-14 rout
As Wilson Prep works toward a second straight 1-A Tar-Roanoke Athletic Conference varsity football crown, the Tigers keep working on what they think can help bring them a greater reward later this fall. Friday night at home against Weldon, the Tigers diversified their offense to go with another dominant, if not airtight, defensive performance in a 52-14 victory that left […] The post Tigers attack Chargers by land and air in 52-14 rout first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Selma council OK’s townhouse project
SELMA — The Town Council in September said yes to River Oak Townhomes, though that’s unlikely to remain the development’s name. Turns out River Oak Apartments are nearby and the owners there are wary of two similarly named housing projects so close together. “We feel this is a problem,” the apartment complex’s owner said in a letter to the town. […] The post Selma council OK’s townhouse project first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
High School Football Glance, Oct. 5, 2024
3-A QUAD COUNTY Conference Team Conf. All PF PA C.B. Aycock 3-0 6-0 254 69 Fike 3-0 4-2 163 144 West Johnston 2-1 4-2 173 162 Hunt 2-1 3-3 175 136 South Johnston 1-2 3-3 125 126 East Wake 1-2 2-4 138 205 Southern Wayne 0-3 1-5 50 227 Smithfield-Selma 0-3 0-6 40 229 Friday, Oct. 4 Fike 37, Smithfield-Selma […] The post High School Football Glance, Oct. 5, 2024 first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
City crews work on storm cleanup
Motorists using the eastbound one-way segment of Sunset Avenue in the direction of downtown Thursday morning had to take alternate routes upon approaching the intersection with Pine Street. That was because city crews were removing a tree that fell in front of the Beth Temple El building amid stormy weather the afternoon of Sept. 27. City Manager Peter Varney said over the phone earlier this week that there was extensive...
Have some fall fun at Deans Farm
This story is in the fall issue of Wilsonian. For many families in eastern North Carolina, and beyond, fall means a trip — or more than one — to Deans Farm Market during the farm’s annual Fall Fest weekends through Oct. 27. “Some families visit us every weekend during hayride season,” said Courtney Sharp, farm operator and educator. “They spend […] The post Have some fall fun at Deans Farm first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Wilson Medical Center reaccredited with the Joint Commission
Wilson Medical Center received notification this week that it has successfully completed the Joint Commission’s triennial survey and received accreditation for another three years. The Joint Commission is a global driver of quality improvement and patient safety in health care, officials said. Its mission is “to continuously improve health care for the public, in collaboration with other stakeholders, by evaluating […] The post Wilson Medical Center reaccredited with the Joint Commission first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Boykin brings commitment, know-how to school board
We are approaching the November election, and I encourage all voters to get to the polls for early voting that starts on Oct. 17. More importantly, I encourage all voters to research candidates so their vote goes to the person who fits their values. Mr. Blake Boykin, first-term Wilson County Board of Education member for District 6, has done some […] The post Boykin brings commitment, know-how to school board first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
UMO named emergency relief drop-off site for Western NC disaster relief effort
The University of Mount Olive (UMO), in coordination with the OFWB Convention, has been designated as an emergency relief drop-off site to support the ongoing recovery efforts in Western North Carolina, particularly the hardest-hit areas in Black Mountain and surrounding communities. All donated items will be delivered to Cragmont, an established distribution site, where they will be provided to those in need. Starting Wednesday, October 9, UMO will accept donations from the community between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Volunteers will be on-site to assist...
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