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Bringing the Paint to Elm City
It has been a long time coming for Spivey. A once neglected local park has recently undergone a major facelift in 2023-2024. With a few trees and overhung branches removed, a basketball court extension, a few new benches, a new picnic table, and two new top of the line basketball goals by "Goalrilla"; Spivey Park has ushered in a new facelift for area youth to enjoy in Elm City. Although the town does currently have two parks, ole Spivey has had its share of years of neglect.
Brothers Find Joy and Healing in Reading Program
One act of kindness has reached the heart of two Wilson Preparatory Academy students who recently attended a reading program in Elm City, N.C. The first two smiling faces that entered the room on Monday Sept. 23, 2024, were Jeremiah (age 11) and Zymirion (age 9). Allowed to pick from a set of over 50 books, the Carr brothers listened, engaged, and found laughter in an interactive reading session with Mayor Tawanda Moore of Elm City, NC.
What's the Secret in Elm City's Turkey BBQ?
Mouth watering turkey, chopped up with savory flavors and seemingly familiar spices, is one of Elm City's own signature secrets. Locals know, and need not even think twice about asking Pastor Hill (affectionately known) to reveal his golden delicious secret! In fact; there is a possibility that only the close family members know what makes Pastor Hill the king of barbecue in a small town called Elm City, NC.
The Bible's Enduring Relevance: Spreading God's Word at County Fair
The most widely produced book in the entire world, the B I B L E, is still relevant. today; At least for Martin Amerson it is. "Making the Word of God available to everyone" (gideon.org), appears to be what Mr. Amerson was doing Saturday night Sept. 21, 2024. Amerson, a member of Peach Church in Wilson, NC, was definitely not ashamed of the gospel as he freely offered up Gideon Bibles with an outstretched hand. The irony of the oustretched hand is that Jesus did the same for humanity with his work at the cross.
The Cemetery Divide: An Ongoing Battle in Elm City
The tale of two cemeteries in the small town of Elm City, NC is still being told, or should I say "untold" in 2024. The battle of Cedar Grove Cemetery (the white cemetery) and Heritage Cemetery (the black one) is still an ongoing concern amongst many who ride the wave of racial divide in the town of nearly 60% blacks and 25% whites (census reporter.org)
Discover Lost Money: Elm City Residents, Reclaim Your Unclaimed Wealth!
Have you ever left a job abruptly because your dream job started on the following Monday? I bet you never thought twice about that "paycheck in the hole" that you left behind. Wait, wait! Here's another one; Have you lost a loved one recently or over the years, and were unaware of the insurance policy left behind. Okay, final question; Have you ever thought that there may be a lost state refund check that never quite made it to your mailbox? If there is any possibilty of a "Yes" to any of these questions, then keep reading.
Explore the World Through Books: Mayor Launches 'Reading With Mayor Moore' at Elm City's Train Depot
On September 23, 2024 from 4pm-5pm, the Town of Elm City welcomes a segment "Reading With Mayor Moore" which will include all ages. Two of the greatest ways to explore the world is to take vacations and read a good book.
Proud Marine Corps Mentor: Supporting Veterans' Rehabilitation
On September 5, 2024, Alexis recieved her Certificate of Completion of Onslow County's Veteran's Treatment Court (VTC) Mentor Training Program in Jacksonville, NC. Having signed and witnessed her success were; The Honorable and VTC Presiding Judge Michael Surles, Dominic Kimzey; VTC Program Director, and Sgt. Major Michael Cline; VTC Mentor Program Coordinator.
Prioritizing Local Services: Small Town Servicing in Elm City
Local services offered in a town or city should always be the number one item on the town's agenda. From trash pick up and repaired pot holes, to overhung branches on town owned streets (not owned by Department of Transportation) or an aging infrastructure. One's personal political affiliation pales in comparison to real matters of daily living in the town of Elm City, NC.
Ditches in Elm City; Who's responsible for the flow?
For many residents in the Town of Elm City, they want to know "Who is responsible for cleaning out my ditch?" During times of heavy storm rains, Elm City has a few areas prone to flooding that residents would like to have remedied if at all possible.
Coloring Supplies Bring Joy to Seniors in Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels has offered their services for the Town of Elm City, NC for over twenty years now says area site Manager Ms. Diane Nesmith. Pictured above are a few regular attendees who are enjoying a "hot" Monday afternoon meal of the day. With smiles on their faces, these women were happy to receive hand delivered coloring supplies today on behalf of the Town of Elm City.
Tosneoc: From Indian Village to Elm City
Originally named after a local Indian Village named Tosneoc, meaning "tarry not or halting place" (J. Robert Boykin, III. 2003), the local town of Elm City, NC was chartered by the state legislature as Toisnot in 1873 and recently celebrated its 150th year anniversary in 2023. Not only is the pronunciatiation of its original name Toisnot (toss-not) interesting, but how the name was derived is interesting as well. See below what author J.T. Watson in his book entitled The History of Toisnot-Elm City, has to say about it:
MOMS on a Mission: Fighting Fentanyl & Substance Misuse
One mom's vision to be the leading voice of a movement against substance misuse, has sparked a local effort in eastern North Carolina. Alicia Melvin, founder and president of Mom's on a Mission (MOMS), has found a way to organize moms (dads too) "in such a way to help bridge the gap between substance users and the potential resources that could help stop its misuse", says Melvin in a personal interview (Aug 30, 2024).
Elm City tracks; "We Come to Build it Back"
Area commuters and business men and women were met with "Road Closed" signs early Tuesday morning in the quaint town of Elm City, NC. With Elm City Middle school parents having to navigate around the closed railroad tracks, Mayor Tawanda Moore could be seen helping to redirect a parent to the nearest pathway to the school.
Elm City Feels the Heat of Wilson County's Revaluation
As residents of Wilson County have been checking their mailboxes lately, they have been met with quite an unexpected surprise; An increase in their property taxes! Elm City for years has allowed Wilson, NC to collect its taxes, of which many residents may or may not have been aware of. Amongst other utilities that the town of Elm City outsources; Duke Energy is one.
Genuine Heart: Mayor's Back to School Haircuts & Supplies
With a genuine heart for youth, one local elected official-woman steps up to the plate a day before school began in Wilson County, NC. Sunday August 25th, Elm City's first black female mayor, Tawanda Moore, donated her professional "haircuts" services to a few young people that still hadn't gotten there hair cut just one day before school started. When asked by one mother as to how long this mayor had been cutting hair, Mayor Moore responded; "For almost thirty-four years. I started cutting hair when I was fourteen years old." The free back to school event was held at Elm City's Train Depot event center from 2-5pm, with Mayor Moore rendering haircuts non-stop from beginning to end.
Direct Funding for Elm City Home Energy Needs!
Is your house located in Elm City and in need of repair? Are you a homeowner or renter? Are your funds few and dollars limited? If you answered yes to any or all of the above; there may be funds available for some of your home repair needs. EnergyFundsforall.org may be able to help assist you with the support of home and community energy projects. Sometimes a little help is all we need!
MOMS Unite Against Drug Overdose;
One mother's cry, is every caring mother's cry! Patricia Atkinson, still remembers like it was yesterday, that call she received one early Saturday morning at 6:11am, April 3, 2021. As she addressed the crowd in a recent awareness event, she shared the sentiments of having to see her son in a body bag is a call that NO mother ever wants to recieve. "I miss him so much y'all...I'm damaged for life" claims Atkinson" at the End Drug Overdose rally event held Tuesday evening August 27th in front of Wilson County courthouse.
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