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Farmville to host first Rub'n Shoulders barbecue festival and cook-off
Farmville is home to four barbecue restaurants in an area of about three miles. That proximity to pork is part of the inspiration for the town’s newest event, Rub’n Shoulders. Scheduled for July 27 at Duck Rabbit Craft Brewery, the summer celebration will include food, craft beer and non-alcoholic beverages, along with children’s activities, and vendors. The musical lineup will include Noah Jackson Cobb, Cheryl Willoughby and John and Landy. ...
Cafe, bakery and wine shop owner in Farmville bids adieu
FARMVILLE — A beloved café has closed its doors, but its chef and owner said she will always treasure the Pitt County town as she begins a new chapter in retirement. Coleen Starling, owner and chef at Café Madeleine Bakery and Wine in downtown Farmville, announced July 10 over social media that the restaurant was shutting its doors. “Café Madeleine has given me the opportunity to fulfill a personal dream,”...
275 new jobs to Wilson County as pet healthcare company announces plans for manufacturing plant
A pet healthcare company announced it would build a new manufacturing plant in Wilson County.IDEXX Laboratories plans to invest $147 million and create 275 jobs.The company is headquartered in Westbrook, Maine. It makes products designed to improve the health and well-being of pets, people and livestock.The future plant in Wilson County will produce veterinary diagnostic products."Our region is seeing great momentum in economic development, and we're excited to welcome these new jobs to Wilson County," said N.C. Senator Buck Newton. "IDEXX's decision to locate operations in our region shows people around the world that we're the perfect location for tomorrow's global industries."Wages for the new jobs in Wilson County will vary depending on the position, but IDEXX said the average salary will be $65,873, which is more than $13,000 more than the average salary in Wilson County.
N.C. Wildlife, Dept. of Transportation opening public fishing spot in Pitt County
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCT) — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission announced an agreement with the North Carolina Department of Transporation to open a public fishing area on a 555-acre property in Grimesland. The proposed area will be constructed off North Grimesland Road where several shallow ponds on both sides of the roadway. It will be the […]
Wizarding Weekend serves up special Potter-themed food and drink
Looking for a love potion, a butterbeer or a Ron Cheesely hot dog to satisfy your Harry Potter appetite? No need to wave your magic wand for Harry Potter-themed food and drink at the upcoming Wizarding Weekend events Friday to Sunday in downtown Wilson — the participating bars and restaurants will do that for you. The Fantastic Drinks and Where […] The post Wizarding Weekend serves up special Potter-themed food and drink first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Eastern NC woman scores big Cash 5 jackpot win
The North Carolina Education Lottery has announced a big win by a Pitt County woman. According to a news release from NCEL, a family vacation led Winterville resident Claudette Cox to play her grandchildren’s birthdays as her Cash 5 numbers, a decision that led to a $569,347 jackpot win. “We had just gone on vacation together […] The post Eastern NC woman scores big Cash 5 jackpot win appeared first on The Coastland Times.
New library books: Plenty of new titles offered for kids and teens
Following are new books at the Wilson County Public Library. To place a hold on these titles, call 252-237-5355 or visit wilsoncountypubliclibrary.org. ADULT FICTION “The Coast Road” by Alan Murrin “Cold Light of Day” by Elizabeth Goddard “Fire Exit” by Morgan Talty “Girls With Bad Reputations” by Xio Axelrod “Lore of the Wilds” by Analeigh Sbrana “Lover’s Island” by Wjuanae […] The post New library books: Plenty of new titles offered for kids and teens first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Kathy Kolasa: High-fiber diet has many health benefits
Q How can you tell if you are eating enough fiber? — AW, Greenville A Aaron West is a second-year Brody medical student, spending time with the Brody nutrition professionals this summer and who is asking his patients and others if they are getting enough fiber and then giving them the following advice. You can tally how much dietary fiber you get. Check the Nutrition Facts on your favorite foods...
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