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The Twin Counties: A place for all seasons Contents

Area schools enrich students of all ages in the Twin Counties.

Festivals and food entertain thousands throughout the year.

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Festivals in the Twin Counties

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Sports draw players and spectators

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Fall beckons students of all kinds

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A great place for entrepreneurs

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United Way supports community

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Edgecombe has deep historic roots

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Nash County is rich in culture

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Downtown Rocky Mount revitalized

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Holiday season brings in shoppers

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Health care nurtures area

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Plenty of entertainment options

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Dining of all types feeds us well

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Tim Hommel, a cook for the Little Red Pig, adds sauce to babyback ribs during the 2012 Eastern Carolina BBQ Throw Down in downtown Rocky Mount.

A festival for everyone

By J. Eric Eckard

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here’s no doubt that community festivals help boost local economies and attract visitors to the area.

But leaders in the Twin Counties said they also foster community pride and strengthen relationships.

“Festivals are important to

Events offer food, fun and culture to thousands of visitors in the Twin Counties.

us,” Rocky Mount City Manager Charles Penny said. “The more people we have visiting the city

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center, the better.”

Rocky Mount offers a variety of events throughout the year, including Downtown Alive, a series of free concerts scheduled for each Thursday night. The series starts in May and runs through September.

“There’s such a diverse group that comes out,” Penny said.

“And we see a lot of young

people out there.”

One of the more recent events in the Twin Counties combines two Eastern North Carolina staples – barbecue and beach music.

In April, Edgecombe Community College holds its annual Beach Music & BBQ Festival on its Tarboro campus.

Established four years ago as a fundraiser for scholarships to the school, the festival brings in such beach music icons as the Embers, Holiday Band and Chairmen of the Board.

“It’s a scholarship fundraiser,” says Karen Andrus, executive director of the ECC Foundation.

“Also, the festival is a time for

families to come out and enjoy great food and great music.”

The past four festivals have raised nearly $30,000 for student scholarships, Andrus said.

Having the festival on the Tarboro campus greenway provides plenty of room for crowds to enjoy the bands as well as food, beer, wine and other offerings. In addition to traditional Eastern North Carolina barbecue, chicken, fish, burgers and hot dogs typically are available.

The summer brings the Harambee Festival to the Rocky Mount. For more than two decades, the Harambee Festival

has been held to promote and celebrate the heritage and cultural development of Rocky Mount’s African-American community.

The Harambee Festival also incorporates several events to recognize jazz legend Thelonious Monk. The Thelonious Monk Evening of Jazz Concert was designed to bring families, friends and communities together for a celebration of culture and arts.

Monk was born in 1917 in Rocky Mount, and he moved to New York when he was 5 years old. By the time he died in 1982, Monk had become an international jazz star.

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After his death, Rocky Mount embraced its native son. For the past 18 years, the jazz festival has been held in Rocky Mount in Monk’s honor.

The International Festival of Cultures, annually held in March at Nash Community College, features displays, food tastings and entertainment in an internationally themed bazaar.

For years, Rocky Mount held its annual Down East Festival, which attracted tens of thousands of people along Main Street for live music, food and craft vendors.

But the Streetscape project put the festival on hold, and now city officials are looking at revamping the event thanks to a rise in popularity of the Eastern Carolina BBQ Throwdown.

Originally, the BBQ Throwdown coincided with the Down East Festival. But because of its recent popularity, the city is holding it annually in October as a separate event.

It features not only a national barbecue contest, but live music and children’s activities.

The Kansas City Barbecue Society sanctions barbecue competitions across the country and awards points for event winners during the year. Rocky Mount is one of the last stops for the season-long competition, which features a $40,000 grand

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Casper Howard, right, enjoys a hot dog with his cousin Ricky Pearce at the 34th annual Spring Hope Pumpkin Festival.

prize for the points leader at the end of the year.

“In six years, it’s grown from 20 teams to 56 teams,” Penny said. “People look forward to trying the food.”

And although the Down East Festival has been put on hold in recent years because of downtown renovations, Penny said, he expects the event to make a return in 2014.

July 4 features celebrations not only in Rocky Mount, but also throughout the Twin Counties. Tarboro, Castalia

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and Macclesfield hold separate Independence Day festivities.

In Rocky Mount, that event is held each year on July 3 to allow families to spend July 4 celebrating in other ways.

Originally held at City Lake, the city’s event outgrew that venue, and it has since been moved to the Rocky Mount Sports Complex. Thousands of people file into and around the football stadium each year to enjoy concessions, children’s activities and live music before the event culminates with a

colorful fireworks show.

For more than 40 years, the Edgecombe County Cultural Arts Council has been holding the Happening on the Common in Tarboro.

Held on the third Saturday in May, the festival usually draws thousands of people to the Tarboro Town Common, where dozens of vendors sell original arts and crafts, including such items as handmade jewelry, hand-crocheted blankets and carved wooden toys, pottery, metal sculpture, paintings and decorative birdhouses.

The free event also features musical and entertainment acts, as well as a children’s area with a trampoline, rock climbing wall, inflatable bounce house and slide, trackless train and mechanical rides.

Also in May, Nashville blossoms into a bustling center of entertainment during the annual Blooming Festival. Held on Mother’s Day weekend, the event offers live entertainment, exhibitors, a parade, attractions and food.

In the past, as many as 20,000 people have descended on this sleepy little town for the weekend-long event that typically starts with a children’s carnival on Wednesday night, moves on Friday night with a street dance and ends Saturday night with a big-name band like Chairmen of the Board of the Band of Oz. Another of the longer running events in the Twin Counties falls in October when the western part of Nash County turns into the home of the National Spring Hope Pumpkin Festival.

The two-day event, which has been held for more than 40 years, features bands, dancing, a parade, food and craft vendors and a carnival for the children.

The festival started as a way to celebrate the fall harvest and promote area businesses, and it’s now turned into an event that fosters community spirit, drawing attendees and participants from a five-county area.

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Fall brings back students

By Jim Holt

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housands of students of all ages returned this fall to a wide variety of education institutions across the Twin Counties, many of which have made substantial improvements this past year.

N.C. Wesleyan College continues to grow with a 1,587student enrollment this year

Local schools implement programs and curriculums to help students thrive. that represents the highest since 2006.

The college was named fourth in the state in return

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on investment among all public and private college and university undergraduate programs.

Wesleyan also was recognized as a “military friendly” college and recently began a tuition discount program for veterans and active-duty military students.

Creation of the college’s Eastern North Carolina

Center for Business & Entrepreneurship was announced in August, and the new addition aims to expand the college’s popular business administration program while at the same time strengthening small business development in Eastern North Carolina.

New majors in educational studies and general science brought the total number of degree programs offered to 26, with 20 minors.

Nash and Edgecombe community colleges also made substantial headway this year.

Nash Community College officials have overhauled the campus’ wireless network and

renovated several areas to make the college more inviting to students.

The college also is in the process of breaking ground on a multimillion dollar Continuing Education and Public Services building.

The expansion started with the purchase of 25 acres of adjacent property in January 2010, and then contractors were selected and building plans were completed for the 78,000-square-foot facility that includes 400 parking spaces.

College officials said the addition will alleviate 30,000 square feet of current space for repurposing to accommodate

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students and expanded programs.

Edgecombe Community College recently celebrated its 45th anniversary, with about 3,000 curriculum students and 8,000 continuing education students enrolled.

The college offers 22 health sciences programs as well as 23 business and technologies programs.

A total of 125 acres and 11 buildings make up the college, with one location downtown and another in Tarboro.

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in Nash County.

The district made a huge leap this fall in implementing a systemwide technology overhaul dubbed “iConnect.”

For the first time in the district’s history, every student in seventh grade through high school received a state-of-theart MacBook Air laptop, and all students in fourth through sixth grades received iPad tablets.

The school system also

underwent a massive security overhaul this fall, with buzzin systems installed at every school to increase student and staff safety.

The district also offers a flourishing Career and Technical Education program, the academies which enhance the standard curricula and introduce students to the broad career opportunities in various industries.

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Schools serves more than 6,200 students across the county.

Also located in Tarboro is the fastest-growing charter school in Eastern North Carolina, North East Carolina Prep.

The school’s enrollment has more than doubled in the past year, and school officials said they have about 130 more students on the waiting list as of this fall.

School officials said North East Carolina Prep’s rapid

growth has had a positive impact on the economy through the creation of more than 100 jobs, major construction, rental agreements or housing sales as well as the purchasing of goods and services.

The charter school also built a two-story, 51,000-squarefoot middle school building to accommodate the growing enrollment on its 52-acre campus.

Upon completion of a threeyear construction plan, the innovative school will add a high school building and have the capacity to accommodate

2,200 public school students from kindergarten on up to 12th grade, school officials said.

The school employs about 100 teachers and support personnel and features class sizes of approximately 20 students on average.

As Nash County’s only public charter school, Rocky Mount Preparatory School is moving forward with an innovative education model this fall, touted as “blended learning,” which splits a student’s time between teachers and computers throughout the school day.

With more than 60 percent of

the charter school’s students eligible for free-and-reduced lunch, school officials said Rocky Mount Prep has a strong record of sending graduates to college.

Located next door to N.C. Wesleyan College, Rocky Mount Prep welcomed an increased enrollment of 1,245 students – up from 1,160 last year.

The charter school also has about 400 students on its waiting list, school officials said.

Last year, the graduation rate at Rocky Mount Prep increased to 82.7 percent, which is higher than the state graduation rate.

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Yvonne Cotton, Shanta Avent and Phyllis Conyer, from left, spread mulch at Princeville Montessori School during the United Way Tar Region’s Make a Difference Day in 2011.

United in common cause

By Brie Handgraaf

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he United Way has been a part of the Twin County region for more than 60 years, but the 2012 donation of a building on the 2500 block of Sunset Avenue has given the nonprofit organization more than just a permanent headquarters. Tar River Region Executive Director Ginny Mohrbutter said moving

Nonprofit organization United Way aids the Twin Counties.

2.5 miles has reinvigorated the organization’s impact on the area.

“Twenty-two thousand cars pass by the new building each

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day, which has taken our identity to a whole new level,” she said. “Some people didn’t know where we were when we were in the Southern Bank building downtown, but the new building and the signage makes people so much more aware of where we are and what we do.”

The 4,900-square-foot building at 2501 Sunset Ave. previously served as the administrative office of Boddie-

Noell before the company built its headquarters on Noell Lane in 1982. Volunteer work and donations from various United Way supporters helped renovate the building as well as landscape the property to make it the first free-standing headquarters the organization has had.

A grant from the Rocky Mount Community Foundation also provided for the installation of a digital sign on the property – a tremendous upgrade from the donation-level thermometer most drivers recalled from the organization’s downtown location.

“The sign allows United

Way a promotional and marketing tool we’ve never had before,” Mohrbutter said.

“The momentum and visibility has increased along with the mobilization of volunteers since we moved. Everything about relocating to this property has provided greater opportunities for us and launch a positive movement within the community.”

The two-floor building accommodates more offices, meeting rooms and storage, which Mohrbutter said helps the organization’s focus on community-based education programs, community-based health programs and providing

basic needs and creating financial stability for local citizens. Other nonprofit groups also can utilize the building, the digital sign and the parking lot for programs and fundraisers, Mohrbutter said.

“We really are all about the Twin County region in everything we do,” she said.

“The money and time people give to the United Way is reinvested in this community, which makes for a more responsive and philanthropic community. We all know that the funding for nonprofits has changed quite a bit, so the local community is needed more now than ever before.”

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James Mills, left, talks to Annie Anderson, her daughter Emma Anderson, 12, right, and Theresa Rogers, 13, about a Civil War era stethoscope during the History Alive event at the Country Doctor Museum in Bailey.

Emma Anderson is dressed as a World War I era nurse.

Field trips encouraged

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estled between the mountains and the coast and located just an hour east of the state’s capital, Nash County features variety of rich history, culture and traditions.

The county has plenty to offer in terms of agriculture, education, activities,

Nash County’s rich culture is played out in festivals and traditions all year.

attractions, businesses and more. Residents and visitors can choose from a variety

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of cultural and recreational opportunities, including Braswell Memorial Library in Rocky Mount and the Nash Arts Center, located in downtown Nashville, just to name a few.

N.C. Wesleyan College and Nash Community College offer a variety of programs and events that benefit the community and the local

economy.

The county, which has a population of approximately 92,000 people, also features plenty of diversity. Each of the towns within the county has its own charm and traditions.

Those looking for something to do have plenty of options to keep them busy throughout the year.

People can visit the Country Doctor Museum in Bailey, which is dedicated to the history of rural health care in the United States. The museum contains artifacts related to the practice of medicine between the late 18th century and the first half of the 20th century.

The town of Castalia has become known for its July 4th festivities, which include a parade, a car show, fireworks and vendors.

The town of Nashville holds a Blooming Festival each year on Mother’s Day weekend, which features crafts, live music, food and

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children’s rides and activities.

People can drive through downtown Nashville in the winter to see scenic decorations for the holidays.

A number of prominent individuals have connections to Nash County, including football coach Herman Boone, legendary jazz pianist and composer Thelonius Monk, N.C. Attorney General Roy Cooper

and former Gov. Mike Easley, to name a few.

Agriculture also is an important part of the county.

Rocky Mount is home to a regional farmers market that offers a plethora of fresh fruits, vegetables, baked goods and seafood.

Nash County also is home to Rose Hill Plantation, a country estate located near Nashville

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that was established in 1762 through a land grant from King George II to the Boddie family.

The estate features an 18thcentury manor house – the ancestral home of the Boddie family, who own and operate Boddie-Noell Enterprises.

From festivals, to farms, to living history re-enactments to small town charm, Nash County has a rich culture.

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Nash Community College students Tardra Hilliard, right, and Brian Luter laugh during the Welcome to Nash Bash.

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Lisa Frazier looks at clothes while trying to finish her Christmas shopping at J.C. Penney at Golden East Crossing.

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Satisfied shoppers

onsumer spending is increasing in the Rocky Mount area while new businesses and reinvestment from established businesses is contributing to the Rocky Mount Metropolitan Shopping Area retaining the title of Retail

Local stores make Twin Counties a hub for many.

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“Consumer spending

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represents 70 percent of local, state and U.S. economy,” said Alan Matthews, director of economic development for the Rocky Mount Area Chamber of Commerce. “Our local and regional economy is growing, and the visible evidence is the new businesses recently located here, the ability to fill

vacant space and new capital reinvestments made by existing businesses as they improve their investment in the Rocky Mount Metropolitan Statistical Area (Nash and Edgecombe Counties).�

Currently, the regional retail market is defined as the five-county area of Nash, Edgecombe, Wilson, Halifax and Northampton counties.

This region is intersected

by U.S. 64 and Interstate 95, providing a shopping corridor that serves approximately 300,000 people who reach the area in a reduced drive time of 15 to 30 minutes. “Increased business

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Michelle Brett, left, and Alana Pope look at jewelry while shopping at J.C. Penney at Golden East Crossing mall.

through remodeling and capital reinvestments,” Matthews said.

A few examples are the recent remodeling efforts by Applebee’s, Red Lobster, the purchase of Hamm’s building to now become the new San Jose location, Wendy’s complete build-out of its new prototype and Krispy Kreme’s new design that provides an opportunity to enjoy its brands in a casual, sitdown atmosphere.

Dunkin’ Donuts also renovated its storefront along U.S. 301 with a new expansion and its new opening at Barkley

Center on Sunset Avenue across from Westridge Shopping Center.

In addition, the relocation of Factory Mattress has contributed to the revitalization of two similar businesses impacted by growth of the Internet, Hollywood Video and Blockbuster.

Fast Med Urgent Care has expanded into the vacant Blockbuster location.

“All of these capital investments exceed $20million in our area with new job creation and long-term

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commitments in Rocky Mount,” Matthews said.

“We are also pleased to see Lou Reda’s Grill along with the new Pizza Hut opening on Sunset Avenue as part of Berkley Center.”

“Our central city has benefited from private investments from two recently opened restaurants, Milton & Miles and The Prime Smokehouse,” Matthews said.

“This is going to pave the way to encourage and grow additional consumer spending into our downtown district.”

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Members of the SouthWest Edgecombe High School marching band break formation and dance in the 57th annual Rocky Mount Christmas Parade.

Now, that’s entertainment!

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booming local arts scene may not be at the top of the list of things to worry about when moving to a new place, but with all of the options available to Rocky Mount residents, a newcomer will be pleasantly surprised.

There are several colleges in the area that have shows year

Music, theater, arts and sciences offer plenty of options for local families.

round, and Rocky Mount is the home of the Imperial Centre for Arts and Sciences.

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The Dunn Center, a multistage arts facility located at N.C. Wesleyan College, is home to the 1,180-seat Minges Auditorium, where shows in the Dunn Center Series are performed.

“The Dunn Center Series is put on by the college, and it’s been going on for the last 16 years,” said Dunn Center executive director Sheila

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Allison Whitebullock sings during rehearsal for the 43rd annual Christmas Chorus Monday at Lakeside Baptist Church.

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Martin.

Shows in 2013-14 season include pianist Paul Siak at 7 p.m., Nov. 22,; the Chinese Golden Acrobats at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 12,; and the Masters of Motown at 7:30 p.m., May 9.

Prices vary, depending on the show, and season tickets are available.

The performances draw an average attendance of 700 per show, Martin said.

The Dunn Center also is the home of the Powers Recital Hall, which seats 130.

The recital hall is used for musical recitals and theater events.

December 2013 will see the school’s theater group team up with local children to produce what Martin calls “our gift to the community” – a show called “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.”

The show will start at 7 p.m., Dec. 5.

Wesleyan College is not the only school that puts on productions in

the area.

Keihin Auditorium, located at Edgecombe Community College’s Tarboro campus seats 1,020 and has hosted notable musicians such as B.B. King and Taylor Swift.

The 2013-14 season of the Edgecombe Performance series, now in its eighth season, includes appearances by Easton Corbin on Nov. 16; the North Carolina Symphony on Dec. 11; the East Carolina University Symphony on Feb. 16; A Cappella night on March 22; and the New York Theatre Ballet on April 9.

Families with children may want to check out the Imperial

Centre for Arts and Sciences for family activities.

Located in the former Imperial Tobacco company and Braswell Memorial Library, the Centre is the home of the Arts Center, the Children’s Museum and Science Center and the community theater.

The Children’s Museum and Science center has a series of rotating and permanent exhibitions.

The museum recently added a PLAY! exhibit, which offers children a chance to play giant versions of games such as pool, bowling and dice.

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The Maria V. Howard Art Center hosts a variety of exhibitions throughout the season, ranging from traveling exhibits to art created by local schools.

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Spring brings sports fever T

he rites of spring are constant. The weather warms. The rain comes.

Blooming goes into effect.

The Twin Counties aims to create a tradition that comes every spring in the form of athletics. The USA South Conference, a Division III league home to local N.C. Wesleyan College, holds its

Sporting events abound as spring fever hits Twin Counties.

Spring Sports Championships in Rocky Mount and the

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surrounding areas, and the Rocky Mount city government has made it abundantly clear that it intends to keep the USA South events there long term.

The area already had plenty of fall and winter traditions.

Seven public high schools all have reached the third round of playoffs at least once since 2007. Tarboro has forged

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Douglas Gray cooks ribs while tailgating prior to the 16th annual Down East Viking Football Classic.

a dynasty, going to state championship games in every year from 2008-12, winning the middle three.

Further, the Down East Viking Football Classic, an annual home-away-from-home game for Elizabeth City State’s football team, is played each fall in Rocky Mount, drawing big crowds for a weeklong series of events.

The Rocky Mount High basketball team won boys’ state championships in 2010 and 2012, and the area schools

usually have at least one squad among them who will challenge for the state’s best.

Now, the area has a spring event, too. The USA South Spring Sports Championships were a great success in their opening year in Rocky Mount in 2013.

Of note in the tournament is baseball, which moved to Five County Stadium, home of the Single-A Carolina Mudcats, for later rounds and the championship.

As winter turns into spring,

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the NCAA men’s basketball tournament cranks into full gear, and Duke, North Carolina and N.C. State fans in the Twin Counties area have something to cheer.

Local recreational sports are at their most popular in the spring, with the Rocky Mount Sports Complex being home base to many leagues for soccer, baseball, softball and disc golf.

Spring is a season of transition, but in the Twin Counties, it’s a season of consistent sports fun.

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Customers grab shopping carts during the grand opening of a new Roses Apparel, Home & Grocery store on North Fairview Drive in Rocky Mount.

Taking care of business

By John Henderson

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he Twin Counties economy has made a positive turn, even through it is still recovering from the loss of textile and tobacco industries and the down national economy, officials said.

Thousands of square feet of prime vacant retail space has recently been filled.

New companies improve economy in the Twin Counties.

A new school for entrepreneurs recently opened at N.C. Wesleyan College as entrepreneurs have opened more new businesses

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downtown.

The Carolinas Gateway Partnership, a public-private industrial recruitment agency for Nash and Edgecombe counties, was recently welcomed into the Research Triangle Regional Partnership, a public-private organization that leads economic development for the Research Triangle region.

In October, one of the largest

Dunham’s Sports stores in the country filled vacant anchor space in the Golden East Crossing mall. The store is occupying 75,000 square feet of anchor space that formerly housed Sears, which closed in 2011. The chain has 170 stores in 16 states, and offers a complete line of sporting goods, athletic equipment, active sports gear and leisure apparel.

In August, a spacious new Roses store that is among the few in the state to have a grocery section opened in the Edgecombe Park Shopping Center at 1129 North Fairview Road. The plaza has undergone a $2 million renovation, with

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A worker installs and checks a sign above the north entrance of Dunham’s Sports store at the Golden East Crossing mall.

a new Dollar Tree store also recently opening in the plaza.

A new commercial plaza called Barkley Square recently opened on Sunday Avenue across the street from the

Harris-Teeter store. The project includes a new Dunkin’ Donuts, Pizza Hut restaurant and Lou’s Grill at Birchwood. The Pizza Hut restaurant is the first in the country to showcase the

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Alan Matthews, director of business recruitment for the Rocky Mount Area Chamber of Commerce, also pointed out that several restaurants along Wesleyan Boulevard have invested in new buildings or major renovations. Applebee’s, Red Lobster and Wendy’s underwent major renovations, and a new Krispy Kreme building was constructed.

“I would say that from an economic development standpoint, there is tangible evidence of a pickup in the economy on consumer spending,” Matthews said.

Space that was formerly two home video stores has also been filled. FastMed Urgent Care, a walk-in urgent care medical clinic, has opened in a building at 2001 Sunset Ave that previously housed the Blockbuster store. Moreover, 2.75 Dry Cleaners and Factory Mattress & Bedrooms has opened in a building at 901 Wesleyan Blvd. that previously housed Hollywood Video.

Nightlife is starting to come to downtown Rocky Mount. Over the summer, a new barbecue restaurant opened in the city’s downtown redevelopment Douglas Block project. Prime Smokehouse Barbecue and Beyond, located

Photo by Alan Campbell

Pizza Hut server Quatisha Ford, right, provides a refill for Rick Ware as he dines with his wife Dee Bray-Ware and Dan Miles at the new restaurant.

in the Thorpe Building, serves lunch and dinner and offers jazz entertainment. A new sports bar also recently opened at 111 N.E. Main St. Vanessa McCleary, the city’s former Downtown Downtown Development Director, said downtown nightlife is slowly emerging with the opening of the new sports bar and Prime Smokehouse & Beyond.

“If we can get two more restaurants in the downtown area, I think we can really start to turn things around,” she said.

In other positive news, several existing industries have embarked upon major expansions. John Gessaman, the CEO of the Carolinas Gateway Partnership, a publicprivate organization, said

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Hospira has continued to hire new employees as part of its expansion. Last year, Hospira broke ground on a new pharmaceutical lab.

“This could result in up to $270 million in new investment over the next few years,” he said.

An industrial site in Edgecombe County recently became poised for new industries after a railroad company recognized the site.

CSX Corp. Kingsboro Industrial Park in Edgecombe County was deemed a “select site” for industries that rely upon rail to transport goods. The designation could help market the more than 1,400-acre area to new businesses and help with the recruitment of industries, officials said.

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Dennis Chandler, right, works a blower with his left hand while heating a piece of mild steel over a fire pot Saturday March 19, 2011 as instructor Randy Hodges, left, and Daniel Chasse watch during the Introduction to Blacksmithing class at Edgecombe Community College in Tarboro.

A town full of surprises

By Jenny White

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dgecombe County has a rich history and many historic buildings still standing to help illustrate its colorful genesis.

As North Carolina’s nintholdest incorporated town, Tarboro served the county and

The town of Tarboro offers a rich culture and an abundance of historic landmarks.

the state as a thriving inland port. Merchants and farmers

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used the Tar River largely for trade and transportation until the Civil War. Today, Tarboro has one of the largest historic districts in the state, with 45 blocks of beautiful old homes and parks, including one of the only two original town commons left in the United States.

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Rodney Monk Williams, left, and Pamela Monk Kelley, fourth from left, laugh with Rocky Mount Councilman Reuben Blackwell, third from left, and Rocky Mount/Edgecombe CDC President Joyce Dickens, second from left, as Michael Hill, right, catches the fabric covering the new Thelonius Monk historical marker.

Tarboro is the county seat of Edgecombe County.

One of Edgecombe County’s biggest events every year is the spring’s Happening on the Common, held on and around the historic Town Common.

The event features historical exhibits as well as food vendors, art vendors, games and fun activities for families.

More than a festival or block party, Tarboro really teaches participants about the town’s history and makes it as educational as it is fun.

Also in the spring, the N.C. Symphony plays an annual free

concert in the Town Common.

Traditionally, students can attend for free.

Spring also heralds the annual Blount-Bridgers Garden Symposium, sponsored by the Blount-Bridgers Garden Committee. This annual event features notable guest speakers and vendors from the fastgrowing garden industry and attracts green thumbs and garden clubs from across the state. Sponsored by the Edgecombe Garden Club, it is well publicized and most facets of the event require preregistration.

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Many homes in the 45-block historic district are open for tours during the annual Tour of Homes. Interest in preserving the past is important to Tarboro residents and the local community college, Edgecombe Community College began a historic preservation program in the last few years. In 2011, the program won an honor award from Preservation North Carolina.

Another famous and historic building in Tarboro is the Blount Bridgers House at 130 Bridgers St. The Blount Bridgers house serves as

a museum and headquarters for the county’s thriving art community.

Just outside the town of Tarboro is The Grove, a colonialera plantation and residence of the late Rep. Thomas Blount.

It’s open daily and attracts tourists and is the site of many weddings and parties.

Across the river from Tarboro is Princeville, the oldest U.S. town Photo by / Alan Campbell chartered by blacks.

Milton Earl Hinton of the Pride of Rocky Mount Lodge 845 prepares barbecue It was established chicken wings during the Harambee Festival and Juneteenth Community after the Civil War in Empowerment Celebration at the Douglas Block.

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Let’s go downtown

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any cities across the country constantly are trying refurbish empty downtowns that became near ghost towns after populations slowly began moving from the inner cities to the suburbs.

But urban sprawl and suburbanization didn’t happen overnight. Rocky Mount’s gradual downtown decline started in the 1970s and ’80s.

Major renovations and the opening of an arts center have spurred new life.

And its recovery won’t happen overnight either, said Rocky Mount City Manager Charles Penny said.

“It’s a slow process,” Penny said. “Right now, we’re

celebrating Phase 1. Most people have said it turned out well.”

Phase 1 of the Streetscape project was completed this year as workers put the finishing touches on a $6.5 million effort to renovate the stretch of Main Street and the surrounding blocks along the railroad tracks.

Streetscape, which began in 2011, widened sidewalks with decorative pavers and added lights, benches, bicycle racks,

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The project also converted Albemarle Avenue from oneway to two-way traffic between Tarboro Street and Goldleaf Street, converted existing angled parking to parallel parking along Main Street, and established additional off-street parking opposite the Douglas Block in the 100 block of East Thomas Street.

“I call it an ‘extreme makeover,’ ” Penny said. “We had to figure out a way to take an area that hadn’t had a major facelift in years and change its curb appeal.

“It’s brought some excitement back to the city center, and we’ve seen some increased activity in looking at the (available) buildings.”

Penny said businesses continue to relocate downtown, albeit slowly, highlighted by a pair of restaurants – The Prime Smokehouse on East Thomas Street and the Cafe at the Imperial Centre.

“That’s brought a lot of people to downtown Rocky Mount,” Penny said.

In early efforts to offset the migration of people and businesses from downtown, Rocky Mount partnered with a variety of groups: a private developer for Station Square; a school for Edgecombe Community College’s satellite

Photo by Alan Campbell

New streetlights and pavers have been installed in the 100 block of Southwest Main Street as a part of the downtown Streetscape project.

campus; and a nonprofit organization for Harambee Square.

Originally, the Imperial Tobacco building project centered on bringing in a few commercial anchors such as a bank and contracting firm for an office/commercial complex.

But after the flood, private investors disappeared.

About that same time, the city acquired the mostly abandoned train station.

Using federal grants, the city turned the old depot and surrounding buildings to a transportation hub for buses and trains.

The redevelopment ball started rolling after that. In 2004, the city began working on the Douglas Block project.

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The Douglas Block, with buildings constructed between 1910 and 1925, was once a vibrant hub of business and cultural activity for the black community.

It was restored to a mixed-use cluster of restaurants, offices, retail space and residential apartments.

“We’re heading in the right direction,” Penny said. “All the apartments in the Douglas Block are full, and 85 percent of the businesses are full.”

The Bel Air Artisans Center, the People’s Bank Building and Four Seasons Restaurant have made investments in the downtown area, and several downtown churches recently have made major improvements to their facilities.

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Keeping in good health

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ew citizens of the Rocky Mount area will feel safe knowing legitimate health care is never far away.

Nash General Hospital has served the area since its opening in 1971, and during that time it has grown from being just the primary care center for the Nash and Edgecombe area into the head of the Nash Health Care system

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of hospitals, and one of the top 10 hospitals in the state for clinical excellence, stroke care, orthopedics and critical care.

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The hospital was also the first in the state to include private rooms for its residents and the first to provide specific treatment for heartburn.

The Emergency Care Center at Nash General has 38 different treatment rooms and a centrally located nurse station.

The Nash Health Care system is constantly trying to further the quality of the medical facilities available to the Rocky

Mount citizens.

In 2004 it opened the $26 million Mayo Surgery Pavillion, a 84,000-square-foot stateof-the-art facility with seven operating rooms, and 2014 will see the completion of the construction of a new Emergency Department, heart center and a Pediatric Emergency care center.

Prospective parents will be happy to know Nash General delivers an estimated 1,400 births each year.

Other hospitals in the system include the Community Hospital and the Nash Day Hospital, which specializes in endoscopy and rehabilitation.

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The Nash Day Hospital also performs an estimated 7,000 endoscopy surgeries a year.

Rounding out the system are the Bryant T. Aldridge Rehabilitation center, which focuses on inpatient rehabilitation at its 23-bed facility, and the Coastal Plain center, which treats mental health and substance abuse, offering 24-hour-aday counseling for its residents.

Nash General is not the only hospital available to Rocky Mount residents, however.

The Rocky Mount area also is the home of the Vidant Edgecombe Hospital, a general medical and surgical hospital.

The hospital opened in 1985, and in 1998 joined the University Health Systems of Eastern Carolina.

In 2012 the system changed its name to Vidant, and now Vidant Edgecombe is one of nine such hospitals in the area.

Vidant Edgecombe has117 beds to its name and 178 full-time registered nurses on staff.

The hospital had recieved an estimated 4,350 admissions last year, while performing 1,114 surgeries and delivering 433 babies.

Facilities provided by the hospital include: Same Day Surgery Center, Critical Care Unit, Birthing center, rehabilitation services including outpatient rehabilitation, the Cancer Center, Pain Care, Chronic Heart Failure clinic, orthopedics and a 24-hour emergency department.

Since the hospital is a part of the Vidant system, patients with needs beyond what Vidant Edgecombe is able to meet will be helped quickly by one of the other hospitals in the system.

In order to provide services for the smaller communities surround Rocky Mount and Tarboro, Vidant Edgecombe also has the the Vidant Family Medicine-Pinetops facility, which provides scaled down versions of the care that can be found at the main facility.

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Craig Nickerson, left, and his wife Yvonne Nickerson enjoy salads while having lunch at Prime Smokehouse Barbecue and Beyond in downtown Rocky Mount.

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Food for thought

ith a bounty of summer crops available in the Twin Counties – heirloom tomatoes, sweet corn, juicy peaches, bold peppers and onions and every herb you can think of – it’s no wonder local restaurants ramp up their flavors and dishes for the warmer months.

Bryan Rankin, owner of

Local restaurants offer a variety of dining options for everyone.

Milton and Miles, is a stickler for buying fresh produce for his restaurant, as close to home as possible. For summer months, one of his top-selling

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sandwiches is his BLT. With locally grown heirloom tomatoes, front and center, this menu item has customers oohing and awwwing all summer long.

“We got most of our tomatoes from Bear Tooth Farm in Nashville,” said Rankin. He said it does make a difference in the quality of food when you can get fresher produce, grown locally.

“The flavor of these tomatoes

(from Bear Tooth Farm) is so much better, because it was picked when it was ripe and brought to us the same day it was picked. Versus a tomato picked green in California, to give it a longer shelf-life so it can make its way over here, there’s no comparison.”

There’s nothing better in the summertime than a good smoked barbecue – perfect with fresh vegetable sides, straight from the fields. Prime Smokehouse Barbecue and Beyond can satisfy your craving. Located downtown in the Thorpe Building, the restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through

Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Prime Smokehouse adapts its menus based on seasons, but its staple remains barbecued meats. Chicken, wings, ribs, chopped pork and sausages. Locals will tell you to try Big Ed’s Smokehouse Ribs – named for owner Ed Wiley’s special attention to his favorite entree. “We always have spare ribs. It is our staple,” he said. The eatery also features Southern sides like collards and sweet potatoes, as well as seafood, salads, soups, sandwiches and desserts.

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downtown on the corner of Western and Church Street, this small, unassuming restaurant has probably pleased the most people, for the most years, in the Twin Counties. They’ve been serving their trademark hamburgers and hotdogs since 1927. Fans of the restaurant rank the food and the atmosphere as the top reasons they return again and again. It’s open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. n Hunter Hill Cafe – Located on Old Mill Road, this restaurant draws in customers with its pit-cooked chicken, brisket and ribs. A favorite on Sunday afternoons, Hunter Hill

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Dale Jones, center, chats with Bruce Creech, right, while having lunch with Chad Tharrington at Chew ’n’ Chat Cafe.

Cafe got a good review in Bob Garner’s “Book of Barbecue: North Carolina’s Favorite Food,” for the meat, sides, desserts and service. n On the Square – In Tarboro, locally owned On the Square is a popular spot for lunch and dinner. Many diners travel to the small town, just to experience the seasonal, sustainable ingredient-driven entrees. The always changing menu items are paired with recommendations from an eclectic wine offering. The majority of patrons come from

out of town and become devoted diners. n Grill at Zebulon – This small eatery offers an alwayschanging menu and upscale service and ambiance.

Located on Zebulon Road in the Shoppes at Stoney Creek shopping center, the menu often changes with the seasons with summer offering many fresh vegetables, fresh fruits and seafood. The Grill serves lunch and dinner and has a great wine menu. n Mama’s Pizza Italian Restaurant – If you like Italian

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food or New York style pizza, Mama’s is a great place to get your fix. From pizza, to pasta, to salads, to hoagie sandwiches, Mama’s is a favorite eatery for locals and visitors. It’s located on Benvenue Road and is open for lunch and dinner. n The Four Seasons – A white tablecloth restaurant in downtown Rocky Mount, this eatery knows how to do Sunday dinner right. Open for lunch and dinner throughout the week and lunch on Sundays, this restaurant features Southern cooking favorites

like fried pork chops, buttered corn, macaroni and cheese and banana pudding. Desserts are also similar to what you’d find at a fine Southern Sunday dinner – divine. n Rubens – For those that like a little jazz with their dinner, Rubens offers live jazz music on Friday and Saturday nights, as well as soul food and drinks.

They’ve built a good reputation for their collards and macaroni and cheese, as well as their meat and seafood dishes. Rubens is also open for lunch during the week and on the weekends. n Hing Ta – For Asian cuisine, many locals like Hing Ta. Serving traditional Asian

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dishes, Hing Ta is locally owned and offers an upscale dining experience. Meet for a business lunch, or drinks and dinner, and you’re sure to leave well-fed. n Westridge Grill - With its outside patio space, Westridge Grill is a bustling spot in summer months – at least for dinner. Diners enjoy sandwiches, wraps, salads, entrees, while listening to live music or chatting with the family at the next table.

Westridge Grill is located in the Westridge Shopping Center on Sunset Avenue. n The Pitstop Shoppe – This frozen yogurt shop is also located in Westridge Shopping Center and is a popular hang-

out spot for families and friends to gather and enjoy a cold treat.

The self-serve yogurt bar has more than 75 toppings for its yogurts and sorbets. Yogurt flavors rotate, but there’s always at least 12 to choose from on any given day. n Lou Reda’s American Table is one of the newest restaurants to open its doors and has been a big hit among locals. The menu ranges from entrees, to sandwiches, to salads and wraps. Some favorites include the ribeye sandwich and the truffle mac-and-cheese.

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rom pre-school age to older adult citizens and visitors, there is something to do in Rocky Mount for everyone in pursuit of education, physical activity and relaxation.

The Rocky Mount Parks & Recreation Department is defining and developing a greater quality of life for residents and visitors, as it expands opportunities for family and individual relaxation and learning.

“Refreshing, refocusing and reconnecting our citizens to the parks system will be a major focus for our department,” said Kelvin Yarrell, who became director of Parks & Recreation in May, “and our emphasis will be improving the quality of life in our city.”

Rocky Mount Parks & Recreation offers residents a variety of fun things to do to improve their quality of life.

A major project for the department is the Greenway, a walking path that will someday tie all 51 of the city parks together.

The last Greenway addition tied the Sports Complex into the system so that one could, for instance, walk from the Athletic Sports Complex all the way to Martin Luther King Jr. Park, a

distance of about two miles.

“We are renovating our parks, too,” he said, “and renovations include developing

Rocky Mount’s first off-leash dog park, updating South Rocky Mount Community Center and Sunset Park Tennis Courts.”

“Five years ago, the Parks & Recreation Department did not offer soccer in Rocky Mount,” Yarrell said.

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Linda Bunch, left, children’s supervisor at Braswell Memorial Library, helps hold a 13-foot Burmese python.

enhanced our soccer program.

Soccer is now the biggest sport here, larger than baseball, football and basketball,” he said, “and in September, we opened the new soccer concession stand.”

“Football activity is increasing at the sports complex, also,” he said, “with playing agreements with N.C. Wesleyan College, the Carolina Stallions, Rocky Mount Prep and the Down East Viking Football Classic.”

In addition to the parks and sports complex activities, the department keeps busy with other activities and facilities

for Rocky Mount citizens and visitors to participate in, including the Imperial Centre, City Lake, Tar River Trail, Booker T. Washington Theater and the Senior Center.

Yarrell describes the Parks & Recreation Department as a dynamic and active system that is striving to improve the quality of life for residents and visitors. The system will be further enhanced once the current comprehensive parks, recreation and open space master plan is completed and will guide the delivery and development of the parks and

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recreation services over the next 10 years.

“We have over seven miles of trail and 680 acres of park land,” Yarrell said. “That’s 11 acres of park land for every 1,000 citizens in the city of Rocky Mount.”

So, whether it’s fishing in City Lake, canoeing and kayaking on Tar River, participating in any athletic sports that you desire, or if it’s just taking a relaxing art course, enjoying a festival, camping, watching wildlife, or even stargazing, all can be provided by the Rocky Mount Parks & Recreation.

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2311 Sunset Ave. Rocky Mount, NC Office - 252-443-4148 Cell - 252-266-4038 akersbroker@suddenlink.net www.KathyAkersHomes.com

B&H Realty, Inc.

3202 Sunset Ave. Suite C Rocky Mount, NC 27804-3500

Phone: (252) 443-RENT (443-7368) Fax: (252) 937-0501

Christina Battle

Tonya Blalock

252.266.0096

MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR PRODUCER

Realtor/Broker cell

252.985-3200 fax

BROKER/REALTOR

813-1667

Email: Chrissy.Battle@gmail.com www.openingdoors-realestate.com

www.tonyasells.com

860 Tiffany Boulevard Rocky Mount, NC 27804

3051 Sunset Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804

www.b-hrealty.com SUCCESS BUILT ON RELATIONSHIPS

The Combs Company

“Property Management is Our Specialty!�

Nancy P. Cockrell

Chris Bulluck

Kenny Bullard

Cockrell Appraisal & Real Estate Services, LLC

ABR, GREEN, SRES, Broker

Broker, GREEN

252-452-3243

5934 Ella Drive • PO Box 8524 Rocky Mount, NC 27804-1524

252.883.1383

www.moorefieldrealestate.com kennethbullard@embarqmail.com

chrisbulluck@hotmail.com www.moorefieldrealestate.com

3051 Sunset Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804

252-937-2121 DAviD CoMbS

2623 Sunset Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804

2623 Sunset Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Cooper & Associates

LAURA DURHAM Broker

REAL ESTATE SERVICES, INC.

252-977-1429 Janice Cooper 903-1900

Barbara Brown Thorpe 908-1889

Velva MannHunter 908-2469

“We Hold tHe Keys to your Future�

327 South Grace Street Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Hours: 9:00AM-5:30PM

CELL 252-801-7474

30 Years E xperience Century 21 The Combs Company

Mark H. Eatman Broker/Realtor 252.908-0890 cell

252.442.1996 fax Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

&BUNBO !BPM DPN www.moorefieldrealestate.com

lauradurham_3@msn.com WATSON PROPERTIES 3801 Westridge Circle Drive Rocky Mount, NC 27804

www.coldwellbanker-rockymount.com

56 LIVING HERE 2013 – A PLACE FOR ALL SEASONS

252-467-0400 252-813-1799 404-601-0176

(Phone) (Cellular) (Fax)

ncockrell@suddenlink.net Performs residential and commercial real estate appraisals Specializes in listing and sales of foreclosure properties

CENTURY 21 THE COMBS COMPANY

MARiE MOYE fiSHER REAlTOR/BROkER

252-908-5304 CEll 252-937-2121 OffiCE fishc21@aol.com C21thecombscompany 3051 SUNSET AVENUE ROCkY MOUNT NORTH CAROliNA 27804

2623 Sunset Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Support these local Realtors Your Community Realtor. . . let me show

NANCY LIIPFERT ASSOCIATES, INC.

you around town!

Office: 252-937-7000

Cell: 252-985-7906

Fax: 252-937-7677

Office: 252-937-7000

Hannah Jones ABR, CRS, GRI Broker/Owner

Trevor Foote Broker/Realtor

252-314-8206 UGPPUF!FNCBSRNBJM DPN

112 Circle Drive, Suite D • P.O, Box 8108 Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Judy Mesko Broker/Realtor

252.452.1234 cell 252.442.1996 fax judymesko@suddenlink.net www.moorefieldrealestate.com

2623 Sunset Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Pamela Pitt Broker

252.903-3616 cell 252.442.1996 fax pamela.pitt@gmail.com www.moorefieldrealestate.com

3709 Westridge Circle Drive

3709 Westridge Circle Drive

www.nancyliipfert.com

www.nancyliipfert.com

Jeff Osborne

Earl Overon

BROKER/ABR/OWNER

2311 Sunset Ave. Rocky Mount, NC Cell - 252-452-0489 Office - 252-443-4148 Fax - 252-937-4766 jeffosbornerealestate@live.com www.JeffOsborneRealEstate.com

SUCCESS BUILT ON RELATIONSHIPS

Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

BROKER

2311 Sunset Ave. Rocky Mount, NC Office - 252-443-4148 Fax - 252-937-4766 Cell - 252-813-9501 weoverton@yahoo.com

SUCCESS BUILT ON RELATIONSHIPS

“Quality Real Estate Services�

Residential, Land, Commercial and Property Management

Brenda RobinsonCannie Broker/Realtor

Margaret Pearse Broker/Owner

2459 Hurt Drive • Hampton Village Center

2623 Sunset Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Robinson-Cannie Realty Company

“Agent of Change�

Broker/RealtorÂŽ

3051 Sunset Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Broker-In-Charge

nancy@nancyliipfert.com

Dee Porter Cell 252.366.2518 dporterc21@gmail.com www.C21Combs.com

Nancy Liipfert Fax: 252-937-7677 CRS, GRI, CRP

nancy@nancyliipfert.com Rocky Mount, NC 27804

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NANCY LIIPFERT ASSOCIATES, INC.

Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Office: 252-451-9550

Toll Free: 866-643-8416

Mobile: 252-904-2857

Fax: 252-451-9552

Member NAR, NCAR and Roanoke Valley/ Lake Gaston Board of Realtors

www.robincanrealty.com brendar61@hotmail.com 31828 Highway 125 Hobgood, NC 27843

(252) 287-9463

LIVING HERE 2013 – A PLACE FOR ALL SEASONS 57

Support these local Realtors Buying??

Selling??

Kellie Roy

Call me for the excellent service you deserve!

Sandra ruSS

Broker/Realtor 252.469-9649 cell

252.442.1996 fax

LFMMJFSPZ !MJWF DPN www.moorefieldrealestate.com

Owner/Broker

ABR/CRS/CSSS GRI/SRES

252-904-2649

3120-B Zebulon Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804

2623 Sunset Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Jane Snow knows...

Rocky Mount Real Estate

Broker

ABRÂŽ, GREEN, SRESÂŽ

252-937-6500 BUS 252-903-1657 MOBILE 252-937-2452 FAX 800-849-2138 TOLL FREE

csnrmt@gmail.com WATSON PROPERTIES 3801 Westridge Circle Drive Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Mobile: 252-813-1562 Email: janesnow51@gmail.com Web: JaneSnowKnows.com

THE COMBS COMPANY

www.coldwellbanker-rockymount.com

JANET WATSON Broker/Owner

ABR , ABRM, CRB, CRP, CRS, GREEN, GRI ÂŽ

252-937-6500 BUS 252-813-0220 MOBILE 252-937-2452 FAX 800-849-2138 TOLL FREE

Jason Walters Realtor/Broker

Direct (252) 904-0357 Fax (919) 238-7324 jason@waltersteam.com waltersteam.com

BRAD SMITH Provisional Broker

Office 252-442-3200 Cell 252-885-3200 Fax 252-985-3200 Email: sledges@embarqmail.com Website: openingdoors-realestate.com

www.coldwellbanker-rockymount.com

58 LIVING HERE 2013 – A PLACE FOR ALL SEASONS

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

bradsmithhomes4u@gmail.com WATSON PROPERTIES 3801 Westridge Circle Drive Rocky Mount, NC 27804 www.coldwellbanker-rockymount.com

Loretta Turner -*4" 5&%%&3 "440$*"5&4

Lisa Tedder (3* (3&&/ #SPLFS 0XOFS 3&"-503ÂĄ

$FMM 0GĂ DF 'BY email: ltedder@earthlink.net XXX 5FEEFS5FBN DPN 1100 Eastern Ave., Nashville, NC 27856

Carole Wilber BROKER/REALTOR GRI, CRS, ABR

252-903-7158 cell

252-937-2121 Ext. 206 office

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

janetwatson1@earthlink.net WATSON PROPERTIES 3801 Westridge Circle Drive Rocky Mount, NC 27804

252-937-6500 BUS 252-904-3827 CELL 252-937-2452 FAX 800-849-2138 TOLL FREE

Broker/Owner Multi-Million Dollar Producer

860 Tiffany Boulevard • P.O.Box 8667 Rocky Mount, NC 27804

CINDY F. SMITH

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

Latasha Sledge

BROKER/ABR

2311 Sunset Ave. Rocky Mount, NC Cell - 252-904-0010 Fax - 252-937-4766 Res - 252-443-5340 LORETTATURNER41@aol.com www.BooneHillAllenRicks.com

SUCCESS BUILT ON RELATIONSHIPS

Daphnne Wooten BROKER/REALTOR MILLION DOLLAR CLUB

Cell 252-903-5133 Fax 252-937-7435 www.DaphnneWootenHomes.com email: DaphnneWooten@gmail.com

The Combs Company 3051 Sunset Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Toll Free 800-849-8630 Fax 252-937-7435

The Combs Company Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

3051 Sunset Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Years In Business 105 Years in Business

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102 Years in Business

95 Years in Business

Richardson Funeral Home Serving you since 1918

607 S. Main Street Louisburg 1000 Independence Dr. Rocky Mount, NC 27804

919-496-4731

252-972-9622

204 N. Alston Street Nashville

252-977-3122

harrisonfamilyy.org

252-459-3361

90 Years in Business

92 Years in Business

92 Years in Business

240 Atlantic Ave. Rocky Mount, NC 27804

84 Years in Business

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, SALES AND LEASING

252-977-1616 1175 JEFFREYS RD ROCKY MOUNT, NC

COECO OFFICE SYSTEMS

PROPANE DIESEL GASOLINE SERVICE

252-977-1121

1818 Sunset Avenue Rocky Mount, NC

2521 W. Church St. Rocky Mount, NC 27804

www.simmonsandharris.com

www.coeco.com

91 Years in Business

Celebrating 86 Years

daughtridgeenergy.com

252-446-6137 77 Years in Business

Since 1923

727 N. Grace St. Rocky Mount, NC

252-442-1951 www.braswell-library.org

Family Owned & Operated

252-937-8900 & 8BTIJOHUPO 4U /BTIWJMMF

550 South Wesleyan Blvd Rocky Mount, NC 27803

XXX MCKDIFWSPMFUJOD DPN

“The Cooling System Specialist�

821 S. Church St. Rocky Mount, NC 27803

252-977-1445 Workwear Uniform Rental Facility Service

LIVING HERE 2013 – A PLACE FOR ALL SEASONS 59

Years In Business 60 Years in Business

71 Years in Business

Blind & Awning

For Your Lawn & Garden Needs Since 1949

Located at

1800 Sunset Avenue

309 S. Barnes St. Nashville, NC 27856

Rocky Mount, NC 27801

252-442-2145 53 Years in Business

62 Years in Business

STRICKLAND EQUIPMENT CO.

Dixon’s

• Plantation Shutters • Wood Blinds • Custom Picture Framing • Security Doors • Storm Doors • Ornamental Iron Rails

65 Years in Business

Mary Crotts

FULL SERVICE AUTO CENTER • Tune Ups • Brake Repair • State Inspections • A/C Service • Wheel Alignment • Lube & Oil Changes

977-7880

105 East Cross Street Nashville, NC

Join Us On Facebook

1525 N. Wesleyan Blvd. • Rocky Mt.

61 Years in Business

57 Years in Business

56 Years In Business

252-459-2713

COASTAL WRECKER SERVICE, INC.

252-442-8888 1080 N. Winstead Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804

The Tanner agency AUTO • HOME BUSINESS • LIFE

252-977-1090

• Lowboy Service for Heavy Equipment • Air Cushions • Local & Long Distance • Light-Heavy Duty Wreckers • Truck Tire Service • Rollback Service • Tire Service & Road Service (Cars • Heavy Equipment Forklifts) Work

24-HOUR WRECKER SERVICE CALL DAY OR NIGHT TOLL FREE 1-800-849-1025 ROCKY MOUNT

977-1025

WILSON

237-2818

www.freedomfcu.com

1233 cobb corners Dr. rocky Mount, nc

52 Years in Business

51 Years in Business

51 Years in Business

252-446-3262

252-446-9557

631 Fenner Rd. Rocky Mount, NC

3515 US Hwy.301 W Wilson, NC

WHOLESALE PAINT CENTER

Serving Your Area For Over 40 Years!

We Are A Complete Garden Center • Natural & Man-Made Stone • Straw/Mulch • Planting Supplies Mike & Jan Harper, Owners 2145 Oak Level Rd.

252-459-2189

Wholesale ~ Retail • Paints • Wallcovering • Ladders • Brushes • Rentals • On-Site Decorator • Custom Tinting, Any Color

945 N. Church Street Rocky Mount, NC Open: M-F 7:30-5:30

252-446-6045

60 LIVING HERE 2013 – A PLACE FOR ALL SEASONS

Rocky Mount, NC

3250 N. Church St. Rocky Mount, NC

www.westernsizzlin.com

rockymountbowling.com

US-301 Bypass North

Years In Business 50 Years in Business

252-985-5100 3400 N. Wesleyan Blvd.

Rocky Mount, NC 27804

www.ncwc.edu

39 Years in Business JOYNER’S Heating & Air Conditioning 100% financing Available On Approval

Sales - Service - Installation 613 Chester St. • Rocky Mount, NC

Alvin Joyner, owner

16 Years in Business

On The NC Wesleyan Campus

252-985-5197

41 Years in Business

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dunncenter.com

252-937-8473

41 Years in Business

In Business Since 1974

Rigby Electric Supply Inc (252) 972-4566 117 Coeco Cir, Rocky Mount, NC

Cecil

Capps

REALTY CO. INC. SALES PROPERTY MANAGEMENT APPRAISALS • RENTALS MLS

DIAL

937-2055

41 Years in Business

Murrays Auto and Tire Center Inc. 906 Eastern Avenue Nashville, NC 27856 (252) 459-7545 SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1972

37 Years in Business

F

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FLORAS GLASS & MIRROR CO. INC. RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL

501 INSTRUMENT DRIVE ROCKY MOUNT

442-4166

442-9211

SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1972

3670 Sunset Avenue Rocky Mount, NC

Locally Owned & Operated

36 Years in Business

35 Years in Business

35 Years in Business

34 Years in Business

Medlin Brothers Body Shop 2525 Sunset Ave. Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Beautiful Body’s Are Our Business!

252-443-5527

829 Hunter Hill Rd. Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Mon-Fri 10am-6pm Sat 10am-2pm

252-443-1912

Concept Salon

“Enhancing your natural beauty through nature’s creation”

Window Tinting • Graphics Car & Truck Accessories

129 Foy Drive Rocky Mount, NC 27804

1177 N. Wesleyan Blvd Rocky Mount 27802 (252) 442-0130

937-4161

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Years In Business 33 Years in Business

People’s Termite & Pest Control Inc. 129 W. Battleboro Ave. Battleboro, NC 27809

252-977-0011

33 Years in Business

31 Years in Business

Jack McManus Heating & Air Conditioning

John’s Gifts & Reproductions, Inc.

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John, Carolyn & Scott Atkinson

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Started 1982

Gifts • Home Accessories • Furniture

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Christmas trees, wreaths & gifts

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1081 North Winstead Ave. Rocky Mount, NC

252-977-3735 1 0 #PY

252-443-2403

252-238-3766 Fax 252-238-3764 1-800-846-8880

moyefence@embarqmail.com Since 1985

Different Sizes Available 24-Hour Access Low Monthly Rental You Furnish Lock - You Have Only Key Boats - Cars - Supplies - Route Salesman

14218 S 64 Alt. West Near The Fairground Rocky Mount, NC

977-1542

62 LIVING HERE 2013 – A PLACE FOR ALL SEASONS

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www.b-hrealty.com

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J & J’s Kitchen and Catering

DICKENS FUNERAL SERVICE, INC.

Located at 1721 N. Wesleyan Blvd.

Mon.-Fri. 6AM-2PM

3690 Highway 111 North Tarboro, NC 27886

Catering Is Our Specialty

252-823-1824

27 Years in Business

LEON’S U-STOR-IT 5728 Speights Bridge Rd. Stantonsburg, NC 27883

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Serving You Since 1985

446-6300 28 Years in Business

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28 Years in Business

JoLynn Tyson - Owner

28 Years in Business

Finding Homes for Families Since 1985

252-641-1020 (FAX) JoE W. DICKENS, JR. MANAGER/OPERATOR

oLGA T. DICKENS

SECRETARY/TREASURER

PROMPT, EFFICIENT, PROFESSIONAL

27 Years in Business

COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL INDUSTRIAL

977-6464 1100 N. Wesleyan Blvd.

Rocky Mount www.goldeneastcrossing.com

252-977-2730 1175 JEFFREYS RD ROCKY MOUNT, NC

www.metro-maintenance.com

Years In Business 27 Years in Business

25 Years in Business

25 Years in Business

Dr. Langellotti & Associates Family Doctors of Optometry

252-972-6830

24 Years Of Service The Wright’s Center • Transportation & Meals Provided • Craft - Music - Exercise • Music Therapy • Personal Care & Health Monitoring by RN • State Certified & Monitored • Veterans Welcome

Save The Date April 24, 2014 25th Anniversary Gala Celebration Honoring Founder Visions, Inc.

25 Years in Business UNTY A CO

Serving the community for more than 25 years

Fireplace Creation, Inc. Open 8:30-4:30 Monday thru Friday 10:00-2:00 Saturday

443 South Wesleyan Blvd.

Rocky Mount, NC 27803

252-446-3288 Gary Kirkwood - Owner

25 Years in Business

Tri-County Arts Complex, Inc.

Dance, Gymnastics & Cheerleading Over 35 Years Teaching Experience 21 National Winners!

Recreational & Competitive Classes QUAlITY-CERTIfIEd INSTRUCTORS

Parker & Davis Insurance Agencies Greg Parker & Michael Davis, Agent

1530 N. WESLEYAN BLVD ROCKY MOUNT NC 27804

Email: tricountyarts@gmail.com

1-800-422-TENT

252-446-1119 davismi@nationwide.com 101 S. Church St. Rocky Mount

25 Years in Business

24 Years in Business

23 Years in Business

1964 Stone Rose drive, Rocky Mount

252-443-9199

Sharpsburg Restaurant

Jernigan & Associates, PA, DDS www.interimhealthcare.com

2483 Hurt Drive

513 W. Raleigh Blvd.

252-442-8363

2 Convenient Locations in Wal-Mart Vision Center Rocky Mount Vision Center 252-291-3939 Wilson Vision Center 252-442-5666

Fireplaces, Wood & Pellet Stoves • Gas Logs • Mantles & Marble

S RT

Adult Day Health Services

443-0867

TRI-

749 Fenner Road, Suite A Rocky Mount, NC 27804

7369 Hunter Hill Rd. Rocky Mount, NC

Dr. Richard Langellotti Dr. Elizabeth Stancil-Gunst Dr. Sherry Biggs

In Business Since 1988

Rocky Mount, NC 27802

252-443-7222

1427 N. Wesleyan Blvd.

Rocky Mount, NC 27804

252-977-7685

Down Home Cookin’ With a Family Atmosphere 11792 E. NC 97 Rocky Mount, NC 27803 252-442-0789

LIVING HERE 2013 – A PLACE FOR ALL SEASONS 63

Years In Business 22 Years in Business

• Vinyl Windows • Vinyl Siding • Seamless Gutters • Roofing • Vinyl Porch Railing • Screen Enclosures • Decks • Storm Doors • Rotten Wood

21 Years In Business BATTS TREE SERVICE Complete Tree Removal Certified Arborist, Stump Grinding

20 Years in Business

20 Years In Business

A Quality Consignment Boutique & Health Care Uniform Shop

of Rocky Mount

252-567-8922

Senior Citizen Discount (Fully Insured Workmans Comp and Liability)

227 W. Washington Street Nashville, NC 27856

www.rockymountwindowsanddoors.com

Call: 252-289-6435

252-459-2083

252-442-1094

18 Years in Business

17 Years in Business

16 Years in Business

15 Years in Business

Mary Ruffin

Hampton Village Apartments

Mike Roberson, Pres.

Brekenridge Retirement Center

And Independent Living Suites 2500 Hunter Hill Road Rocky Mount, NC

Nationwide Insurance & Financial Service

www.brekenridgeretirement.com

252-446-2370 1376 Benvenue Rd. Rocky Mount, NC 27804

15 Years in Business

14 Years in Business

252-443-5400

Bandy

Heating & air Specializing In Installation & Repair For All Your Residential, Commercial and Mobile Homes Needs

252-567-0200

Locally Owned & Operated

by John Bandy

64 LIVING HERE 2013 – A PLACE FOR ALL SEASONS

Monday 12-5 Tuesday-Friday 10-5:30 Saturday 10-3:00

Since 1993 560 Fenner Road Rocky Mount, NC 27804

www.aamco.com

Call About Our Specials!

Professionally Managed by Trademark Residential

Call Today to Schedule Your Personal Tour!

252-937-2822 hamptonvillage.com

TradeMark Office Hours: Residential

919.510.4010 fax 919.510.4009 www.TradeMarkResidential.com

M-F 8:30 to 5, Sat. 10 to 2

11 Years in Business

For all your Real Estate needs think First!

1100 West Thomas Street Rocky Mount, NC 27802

252-985-2321 11 Years in Business

Carolyn O’Garro-Moore

Attorney and Counselor at Law

Sunset Towers 168 Roundabout Court P.O. Box 8405 Rocky Mount, NC 27804

252-443-1419 252-443-1493 FAX Email: ogarromoore@embarqmail.com

252-442-3335 1356 Benvenue Plaza Rocky Mount, NC 27804

In The Benvenue Shopping Center

www.downeasthearing.com

Years In Business Serving Nash County Since March of 2002 “Dedicated To Service Above Self”

Autumn Care of Nash

1210 Eastern Ave. Nashville, NC 27856

252-462-0070

252-462-0673 (FAX) www.autumncorp.com

Specializing In Skilled Rehabilitation and Nursing Care

9 Years in Business

ICHIBAN

Drier, Cleaner, Healthier.®

JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHi

Steaks • Chicken • Seafood Sushi Bar • All ABC Permits

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Serving • No Soap, No Shampoo • Fast Drying (1-2 Hours) Nash,Edgecombe & Wilson • Removes Dirt, Grease, Stains Counties • Safe For Kids And Pets Independently • Red Stain Removal, Owned & Pet Stains Operated

252-443-4433 www.chem-dry.net/rockymountnc Joey & Denise Barden - Owners

6 Years in Business

EA Bargain 338 S. Franklin St. Rocky Mount, NC 27804

“Take A Trip To Japan”

10 Years in Business

The Closeout Store 2760 N. Wesleyan Blvd.

Rocky Mount, NC (Across From The HWY Patrol Station)

(252) 446-7692

Authentic Teppanyaki

Art of Japanese Cooking in a Relaxed Atmosphere

191 S. Wesleyan Blvd., Rocky Mount, NC

252-984-0888 iCHiBAN JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE & SUSHi

Purchase of $40 or More Get $ 5 Off With This Coupon

One coupon per couple or group. Not valid with other offers. Expires 12/31/13

5 Years in Business

4 Years in Business

WIRES, INC

Jammy Mitchell Auto Sales

• CAR AUDIO/VIDEO • CAR & TRUCK ACCESSORIES • SECURITY • WINDOW TINT 252-972-WIRE (9473)

3713 Dortches Blvd. • Hwy. 43 Rocky Mount, NC 27804

252-972-CARS (2277) After Hours Call: 252-883-6655

(252) 977-9444

www.eabargain.com

www.wiresinccaraudio.com

“Where The Low Overhead Equals Lowest Prices”

3 Years in Business

3 Years in Business

3 Years In Business

2 Years in Business

Sutton’s Framing & Gallery Women’s Apparel & Sunless Tanning

2931 Zebulon Rd. The Shoppes at Stoney Creek Rocky Mount, NC 27904 252.443.3000 Totally_You@ymail.com

WE OFFER: Extensive Rug Cleaning & Full Service Flooring Carpet-Vinyl-Tile-Laminate-Hardwoods Rugs & Home Decor

• Featuring Nash County Artists • Painting, Prints & 3D • Custom Framing • Dry Mounting • Conservation Framing • Classic & Modern Designs

Joey & Denise Barden

141 S. Winstead Ave. Rocky Mount

3763 Dortches Blvd.

Rocky Mount, NC 27804

1271 Cobb Corners Dr. (across from Walmart)

Rocky Mount, NC27804

252-442-5600 planetfitness.com

(252) 443-2433 Family Owned & Operated

252-443-5999

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LIVING HERE Advertiser Index Name - Page Allstate, Maria Newcomb - 49 Allstate, Sheila Anderson - 39 Boice-Willis Clinic - 15 Bottoms Tire & Auto Center - 9 The Bowling Center - 7 Brekenridge Retirement Center - 51 Carolina Gateways Partnership - 53 Coeco Office Systems - 45 Cool Geeks Computer Repair - 11 Custom Car Trims - 35 Davis Furniture - 11 Denture Care Solutions - 19 Down East Hearing Care Associates - 13 Dr. Richard G. Langellotti - 37 EA Bargain - The Closeout Store - 44 Edgecombe Community College - 46 Elm City Furniture - 27 Faith Christian School - 17 Freedom Credit Union - 29 Gardner’s Barbecue - 45 Gateway Center Hotel Complex - 3 Gold Buying Station - 68 Golden East Crossing Mall - 33 Henley & Co - 53 HYSCO - 27 IHOP - 43 J.C. Harris - 21

66 LIVING HERE 2013 – A PLACE FOR ALL SEASONS

Name - Page LBJ Chevrolet - 51 Metro Maintenance - 67 Morton Buildings - 11 Nationwide, Mary Ruffin - 7 New Hope Primary Care - 35 New Standard Corporation - 41 Parkwood Village - 23 Planet Fitness - 25 Rocky Mount Area Realtors - 56, 57 & 58 Rocky Mount Telegram - 55 Rocky Mount Window & Doors - 39 Servpro of Rocky Mount - 13 Swimworld - 44 The City of Rocky Mount - 27 The Landing at Parkwood Village - 23 Totally You Boutique - 17 Towel Town - 49 United Way - 17 Viverette Furniture - 17 Ward’s Appliance - 11 North Carolina Wesleyan College - 47 The Dunn Center - 31 Western Sizzlin - 2 Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home - 5 Wilson Community College - 39 Years in Business - 59 to 65 Harrison YMCA - 19

HEATING AIR CONDITIONING PLUMBING ELECTRICAL GENERAL REPAIRS

BEST SERVICE AVAILABLE ALL WORK GUARANTEED EMERGENCY SERVICES

& CARPENTRY

Voted Best Home Maintenance

by Telegram Readers in the 2013 Readers’ Choice Awards!

WE WANT OLD GOLD & SILVER!

WE PAY TOP I Buy It!

Locally Owned & Operated For 34 Years!

LEE

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WE WILL IDENTIFY YOUR OLD GOLD & SILVER FOR FREE!

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VICTOR

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