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Warrenton Police investigate after window of downtown business damaged
The Warrenton Police Department continues its investigation after a window at Hendricks Insurance on Main Street was damaged over the weekend. In his report, Interim Police Chief Tharrington indicated that on Aug. 10, Warren County Communications notified him that Tilda Hendricks reported property damage to her insurance agency. The report states that Hendricks noticed that the front window at the business “was shot out.”
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library launches in Emporia/Greensville
Kids in Emporia and Greensville County are being encouraged to embark on a reading journey — completely free. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a free book-gifting program that mails books to children every month from birth through age five. Parton started the program in 1995 in her own hometown in Tennessee as a tribute to her dad, who was unable to read. During the first month of the program, the library mailed out 1,700 books.
Mayor Robert Williams' 4th DWI case continued, next hearing set for September
Sharpsburg Mayor Robert Williams arrested for DWI in Rocky Mount. Sharpsburg Mayor Robert Williams, facing his fourth DWI charge, had his case continued after appearing in court on Tuesday. According to court officials, Williams' next court date is now set for Sept. 19. Williams is the current mayor of Sharpsburg,...
100-year-old revival shelter demolished in Washington
WASHINGTON, N.C. (WNCT) — A piece of Washington history was demolished on Aug. 13 when the Snowd Branch gathering shelter was torn down. Under that shelter, people gathered for revivals and church services. Now, pieces of that original structure will be used to carry on that tradition of coming together in worship. “I do know […]
Fire destroys Durham business, cause unknown, no one hurt
An early morning fire destroyed a Durham business and a car parked out front.At 5:57 a.m., the Durham Fire Department was sent to a fire at the corner of North Alston Avenue and Liberty Street.When units arrived, they found the building overtaken by flames.In total, 48 firefighters responded and had the fire under control in less than 15 minutes.No injuries were reported.The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.SEE ALSO: $25K reward offered for capture of escaped North Carolina Christmas Day killer
Hometown Hero of the Week: Aaron Carter, August 14th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Aaron Carter, Lieutenant for the License and Theft Bureau. Lieutenant Aaron Carter from the North Carolina License and Theft Bureau has dedicated himself to supporting his law enforcement agency as well as his community. Aaron goes out of his way to support the officers that he supervises, who are spread out over five counties. His ability to coach, teach, and mentor is superb and sets an example for others to emulate. Aaron is a CPR instructor and while at lunch during our recent CPR certification class a man started choking on his food and without hesitation, Aaron sprang into action and applied the Heimlich maneuver and CPR to save the gentleman’s life. Aaron also supports the Fayetteville Special Olympics, School of Hope, holds a blue belt in Jiu-Jitsu and mentors the youth in the discipline and art of Jiu-Jitsu. He has dedicated his life to public service and being a pillar of his community. He is a dedicated son, husband, and father.
Scientist says simple household solution can combat mold growth during high humidity conditions
Heavy rains continued through the weekend, even after Tropical Storm Debby passed out of ENC. In addition, the relative humidity in some areas of eastern North Carolina has been at 100%. That combined dampness can cause problems inside homes. Dr. Rachel Noble with the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences in...
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