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RR city council race uncontested; Deese opts to not run for RRGSD seat

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RR city council race uncontested; Deese opts to not run for RRGSD seat

The Roanoke Rapids City Council race will be an uncontested battle.

While Terry Buffaloe had filed earlier to run against Mayor Emery Doughtie, he confirmed earlier this week he had withdrawn due to a conflict.

Wayne Smith and Suetta Scarbrough will run unopposed in the November 7 municipal election.

The polls will open at 6:30 a.m. that day and close at 7:30 p.m.

 

Roanoke Rapids Graded School District

Incumbent Jane Deese did not file for re-election this year.

Incumbents Michael Salanik and Valencia Davis refiled and newcomer Henry Ford, currently a Roanoke Rapids Planning Board member, filed.

 

Weldon commissioner and mayor’s race

Incumbent town Commissioner Stanley Edwards opted to run against incumbent Mayor Julia Meacham in that race.

In the town commissioner race there will be a contested battle for three seats. Susie Adams and Kimberly Robinson are the incumbents.

Challengers are Larry Brunson, Christon Martin, former Commissioner Walter Clark Jr. and Reailyn Stanback.

 

Enfield town commissioner and mayor’s race

Incumbent Mayor Barbara Simmons will be challenged by Walter Anderson.

In the district A race, incumbent Therman Hunter will be challenged by Larry McDaniel and Bobby Whitaker.

In the district B race incumbent Earl Harvey will be challenged by Kenneth Ward.

 

Halifax commissioner and mayor’s race

Incumbent Mayor John White is running unopposed.

While there are five seats open for the town commissioner race only four people have filed.

The Halifax County Board of Elections will most likely not extend the filing period but rely on write-ins to determine the fifth seat, board of elections Director Kristin Scott said.

The four who have filed are incumbents Edward Lee Clements, Barbara Daniels and John Suiter with Christina Wells being the newcomer.

Two other incumbents, Randy Birdsong and Chuck Peoples, did not refile.

 

Hobgood town commissioner and mayor’s race

Incumbent Mayor Dannie Flanary will run unopposed.

Incumbents Robert Sykes Jr. and Samuel Johnson are running unopposed for their seats.

 

Littleton town commissioner and mayor’s race

Incumbent Mayor John Girdley did not refile. Running for that seat will be Owen Scott.

The two incumbent commissioners did not refile. Instead the race will be a three-way battle between newcomers Bonita Knight, Stephen Barcelo and Linwood Bowden Jr. for two seats.

 

Roanoke Rapids Sanitary District Board

Incumbent Jack Barber is not running.

Incumbents Gene St. Clair and Steve Holliday are running. Also running for the three seats are Gregory Browning, current chairman of the planning board, and Dom Fenner, a member of the planning board.

 

Scotland town commissioner and mayor’s race

Incumbent Mayor Eddie Braxton is running unopposed.

Incumbents James Savage and Charles Suit are running with newcomer Susie Dickens seeking one of those seats.


July 23, 2017

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July 23, 2017
July 23, 2017
Reuben Daniel City Hall & Police Station:1040 Roanoke Avenue

(252) 533-2800

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:   

The City of Roanoke Rapids is now accepting applications for the following positions:

(Part Time) Building Supervisor (Parks & Rec) .  An employee in this position supervises scheduled activities and is the City’s point of contact during these activities.  Hours are mainly evenings and weekends according to activities that are scheduled.

Library Operations Supervisor (Roanoke Rapids Public Library)

Duties:  Supervises the part-time Library Assistants; trains and answers questions; discusses performance issues; and assists in the interviewing processing.

Delegates tasks and schedules duties for employees; Coordinates computer input and operations for the library; Compiles and prepares the statistical reports of library use; Maintains administrative files and records for the library; Keeps inventory current; Coordinate at least four major programs annually including the Summer Reading Program in June & July, the Holiday Reading Event in December and two others to be assigned by the Head Librarian; Serves as administrative support staff to the director; Performs special projects or tasks. Works with the public to explain library policies, fines etc; Assists in maintaining order in the library, which may include behavioral problems; Answers telephone, refers calls; and works with public directly at the desk: Attends Library Advisory Committee meetings; Works at Parks and Recreations events as assigned by the Parks & Recreation Director; Performs related duties as required.   

Qualifications:  Master’s degree in library science from an accredited ALA library school and some supervisory experience and experience in library work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional qualifications:  Considerable knowledge of library practices and procedures; considerable knowledge of modern office practices and procedures; considerable knowledge of library subject matter and information available; ability to plan and administer library administrative operations; ability to organize work area and provide leadership with other employees and patrons using the library; ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the widely varying demographic groups and their special needs.

Salary:  $41,000 plus benefits

(Part Time) Public Works Worker (Public Works)

An employee in this position performs skilled technical and trades work in the maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds, facilities, and equipment. Job duties include but are not limited to grass cutting, leaf collection, street sign maintenance, and other duties necessary in the Public Works Department.

ALL POSITIONS ARE OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The City of Roanoke Rapids is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color,

religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status,

or any other legally protected status.

Applications may be obtained at www.roanokerapidsnc.com or may be picked up at

City Hall – 1040 Roanoke Avenue, Roanoke Rapids, NC

Kathy A. Kearney – HR Manager – City of Roanoke Rapids

Phone: (252) 533-2845 – Fax (252) 537-2097

 

BRIEFS

COMMITTEE VACANCIES:  Contact Traci Storey, City Clerk, at (252) 533-2840 for committee information.

►Historic Preservation Advisory Committee         

►Planning Board/Board of Adjustment (ETJ)

►Canal Museum Advisory Committee                  

►Beautification Committee

►Senior Center Advisory Committee

 

ROANOKE RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL

Mayor Emery G. Doughtie   Mayor Pro Tem Carl Ferebee            

Council Members:  Ernest C. Bobbitt, Suetta S. Scarbrough, Carol H. Cowen, Wayne Smith

Joseph Scherer, City Manager  Gilbert Chichester, City Attorney

Traci V. Storey, City Clerk  Kathy Kearney, Deputy City Clerk

James 'Jimmy' T. Colston

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James 'Jimmy' T. Colston

James “Jimmy” T. Colston, age 70, of Roanoke Rapids, died Thursday, July 20, 2017, at Halifax Regional Medical Center.

He was born in Potecasi, NC, son of the late Ruben Colston and Mary Parker Colston.

Jimmy formerly worked at the J.P. Stevens Company. He was a member of the Good Samaritan Baptist Fellowship. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed hunting. Jimmy loved to watch NASCAR racing and old western movies. He was crazy about ham biscuits.

Surviving are his wife,  Frances Davenport Colston, of the home; two daughters, Sarah Elizabeth Wilson and her husband, Eddie, Ruth Ann Godsey and her husband, Travis, all of Roanoke Rapids; nephew, Christopher Colston and a niece, Elizabeth Colston, both of Virginia; two grandchildren, Linley Michelle Godsey and Caleb Robert Godsey.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am Monday, July 24, 2017, at the Colston Family Cemetery, Lasker, NC, with Dr. Dennis W. Gregory, Sr. officiating.

Wrenn, Clarke, & Hagan Funeral and Cremation Service is taking care of arrangements where the family will receive friends Sunday, July 23, 2017, from 3:00 pm until 4:30pm.

Online condolences may be made to www.wrennclarkehagan.com

Church intern suspended following arrest on sex offense counts

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Church intern suspended following arrest on sex offense counts

A Roanoke Rapids man has been charged with 10 counts of sex offenses involving a child between the age of 13 and 14.

EDMOND TYLER BAIRD

The man, Edmond Tyler Baird, 19, was arrested today after an investigation by Detective B.C. Griffin of the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Wes Tripp said in a statement.

Multiple sources today confirmed Baird was involved in youth ministries at East Tenth Church of Christ.

Tripp declined comment on Baird’s employment status. He did confirm the victim in the case was not a member of the church.

Dave Chapman, pastor of the church, said Baird has been suspended without pay pending formal dismissal from the summer internship. His belongings have been boxed. “Our hearts go out to the victim and to the family.”

As the sheriff confirmed, Chapman also confirmed the charges against Baird were not related to the church. “My understanding is the beginning of the offenses predate us knowing him.”

Said Chapman: “Our church is absolutely heartbroken about the situation. It’s so horrific to hear about people engaging in these crimes. It’s something Jesus talked about, looking out for the little children.”

Baird’s arrest today stemmed from Griffin’s investigation after a complaint was received of alleged sexual misconduct with a minor.

The investigation revealed Baird reportedly had an ongoing and continuous sexual relationship with a minor for the past several months, and that the crimes occurred in several locations in the Roanoke Rapids area.  

Griffin charged Baird with four counts of statutory rape of a child and six counts of statutory sexual offence with a child.  

He received a $250,000 bond and August 16 court date.  

Alice Faye Stafford Dobey

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Alice Faye Stafford Dobey

Mrs. Alice Faye Stafford Dobey died Saturday July 22, 2017. She was 77. 

A retired seamstress, Alice was born in Jones County, the daughter of the late James Eli and Annie Taylor Stafford.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Fred C. Dobey; a daughter, Cathy Brown; sisters Betty Carol Coker and Joyce Ross; a brother, Buck Thomas Suggs; a granddaughter, Heather Richardson Gagnon, and a great granddaughter, Macie Nicole Gagnon.

Mrs. Dobey is survived by her son, Franklin Wayne Richardson and his wife Rhonda of Kinston; a sister, Mary Stafford Carter of Roanoke Rapids, five grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Monday July 24, 2017, at 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel of Wrenn, Clarke and Hagan Funeral and Cremation Service with Rev. Tim Jones officiating.

Burial will follow in New Cedarwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends for an hour prior to the service.

Online condolences may be left at wrennclarkehagan.com

Roanoke Valley U15 all-stars finish fourth in State tourney

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Roanoke Valley U15 all-stars finish fourth in State tourney

The Roanoke Valley Girls Softball League Under 15 all-star team traveled to Clayton this weekend for the 2017 Tar Heel League State Championship tournament.

Roanoke Rapids based fell in game one Thursday, but rebounded Friday and closed their season Saturday with a loss. Below are game stats reported to RRspin Sports.

Game One State Tournament:  Roanoke Valley lost to Western Harnett 5-12.

Caitlin Bobbitt 1-3, single, BB

Madison Etheridge 2-4, 2 singles

Cassidy Dickens 1-4, single

Taylor Wade 3-3, 3 singles

Makayla Pair 1-2, single, HBP, RBI

Lily Chappell 1-3, triple, 2 RBI's

Meghan Beam, BB

Riley Landen 1-2, double

Cassidy Dickens pitched 7 innings with six strike-outs and no walks.

 

 

 

Game Two State Tournament: Roanoke Valley beat Tarboro 10-0 in six innings due to slaughter rule.

Caitlin Bobbitt 3-4, single, 2 doubles

Madison Etheridge 2-3, double, single, RBI

Cassidy Dickens 1-3, single, RBI

Taylor Wade 2-3, 2 singles, RBI

Makayla Pair 3-3, 3 singles, 3 RBI's

Lily Chappell 2-3, single, double, 2 RBI's

Riley Landen 1-2, single

Kayla Gaertner 1-2, single, BB

Paige Turner, BB

Morgan Bankert, BB

Cassidy Dickens pitched a 6 inning shutout with two strike-outs and no walks.

 

 

 

Game Three State Tournament: Roanoke Valley lost to Shelby 7-6.

Caitlin Bobbitt 2-4, single, triple

Madison Etheridge 1-4, single

Cassidy Dickens 2-4, 2 doubles

Taylor Wade 1-4, single RBI

Makayla Pair 1-3, single

Lily Chappell 2-3, single, double RBI

Meghan Beam 2-3, 2 singles

Riley Landen 2-3, single, double RBI

Kayla Gaertner BB, HBP

Cassidy Dickens pitched 7 innings with eight strike-outs and no walks.

 

Roanoke Valley finished 4th in the Tarheel League State Tournament.  All games were played at Clayton Community Park in the town of Clayton.

Man faces DWI, fleeing officer counts

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Man faces DWI, fleeing officer counts

A Littleton man was arrested Saturday on impaired driving and fleeing counts.

The charges against Mitchell Anthony Morgan, 19, stem from events which occurred after what was originally dispatched as a shooting call were reported in the 1700 block of Gordon Drive around 9:45 p.m., Roanoke Rapids police Chief Chuck Hasty said in a statement.

Investigation revealed there was no shooting but a physical assault occurred. While Morgan had been identified as the person involved, Hasty said this morning he wasn’t involved in the physical assault.

Officer D. Hundley responded and saw a vehicle leaving the area. Hundley attempted to stop the vehicle but Morgan reportedly failed to heed the officer.

Officers pursued the vehicle to the 500 block of Highway 158.

He was detained as officers investigated the original call and determined there was a disturbance involving simple assault and Morgan was not involved.

Hundley charged Morgan with flee to elude arrest with a motor vehicle, fail to heed to blue lights and siren, speeding, and failing to stop for stop sign.

Trooper D.P. Efird of the state Highway Patrol charged Morgan with driving after consuming and driving while impaired.

He received a $1,500 bond and July 26 court date.

Lieutenant C. Burnette, Sergeant M. Peck, Investigator J. Benthall and Officer C. Batchelor assisted.

Trooper: Deputies aided paramedic involved in crash

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Trooper: Deputies aided paramedic involved in crash

Northampton County Sheriff’s Office deputies are being praised by the investigating state Highway Patrol trooper for rendering assistance to a paramedic who crashed his vehicle responding to a call Sunday morning.

Trooper Scott Richardson said Deputy Ray Horton and Sergeant Antoine Johnson applied pressure to Northampton County EMS paramedic Michael Barnes to help slow bleeding down and “possibly saved his life.”

Richardson was the trooper who responded to the crash after receiving the call at Highway 35 and Dusty Hill Road in the Potecasi area shortly after 2:45 a.m.

Barnes was responding to what had initially been dispatched as a shooting call. Northampton County Sheriff Jack Smith said it ended up being a disturbance call.

Barnes went through a stop sign and collided with a tree. Both his legs were injured, Richardson said. The two deputies provided medical attention.

Smith said he was pleased with the efforts of his deputies. “Our deputies do whatever it takes to save or attempt to save human life. I’m proud of these deputies who serve mankind and try to save lives in anyway possible.”

Barnes, 34, was flown from the crash site to Vidant in Greenville. Richardson said the crash remains under investigation to determine whether charges will be filed.

A GoFundMe page has been set up to help defray the paramedic’s medical expenses.

Updates on the page indicate Barnes, an assistant paramedic supervisor, sustained a femur fracture to his left leg and multiple fractures to his right leg.

An update this morning indicated he has full movement and sensation in all extremities.

 


Fowler named new Boseman agent

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Fowler

Boseman Insurance Agency announced Patricia "Patti" Fowler has been hired as the company’s newest agent.

She is a Roanoke Rapids native and graduate of Roanoke Rapids High School.

Fowler previously worked with Halifax County in the GIS department for around 20 years and has more than 14 years of experience in the insurance industry.

​”She is very friendly and outgoing and we expect her positive attitude to be an asset to our office,” Jack Boseman, owner, said in a release announcing her employment.​ “​Patti  is looking forward to serving her customers with a smile, and providing them with the coverage ​that meets their needs.”

For more information call the agency at 252-537-8338.

Karen L. Spence

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Karen L. Spence, 64, died Sunday, July 23, 2017, at her home in Halifax. 

Karen was born in Framingham, Massachusetts, November 17, 1952, to the late William and Phyllis Martin Kelley. She was a great mother, grandmother and wife that always kept the Lord and family close to her heart. 

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Surviving is her husband of 47 years, Clyde C. Spence, of the home; daughters, Michelle Kellie Hale and husband, Russell, of Rocky Mount, Susan Spence Greene and husband, Benjamin, of Whitakers and Robin Spence of Halifax; brother William Kelley of Raleigh; grandchildren, Jennifer Angel Hale, Phillip Aycock, McKenzie Spence, Brittany Marie Greene and Bryan Greene and great grandchild Luke Aycock. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews.

Dr. Bane Angle will conduct funeral services in the chapel at Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service Wednesday, July 26, 2017, at 2:00 pm. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.  Interment will follow in Cedarwood Cemetery.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com 

HCSO roundup: Concealed weapons counts

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HCSO roundup: Concealed weapons counts

The Halifax County Sheriff’s Office reported the following, according to Chief Deputy Scott Hall:

On Sunday around 10 p.m., Corporal A. Holland stopped a vehicle on Interstate 95 southbound near the 155 mile marker for speeding.

During the stop, Holland learned the driver, Jakwan Alston, 25, of Rocky Mount, was in possession of a concealed handgun.

Continued investigation led to the discovery of a steel-plated body armor vest.

Holland arrested and charged Alston with felony carrying a concealed weapon and speeding before placing him in the Halifax County Detention Center under a $2,500 secured bond and an August 9 court date.

Alston had no explanation for possessing the body armor.

 

On Sunday around 4 a.m., Lieutenant S. Casey stopped a vehicle for an equipment violation on Highway 48 near Wednesday Drive in the Medoc community just outside Enfield.

Casey observed the driver, Octavis Davis, 21, of Enfield, concealing a handgun inside the vehicle.

Casey also found the passenger, Darrelle Dancy, 24, of Roanoke Rapids, in possession of a concealed handgun and  29 grams of marijuana.

Both men were taken into custody without trouble.

It was later determined both men were convicted felons and one of the guns was reported as stolen.

Davis was charged  with felony possession of a stolen firearm, felony possession of a firearm by felon, carrying a concealed gun, unsealed wine or liquor in passenger area of a vehicle, and rear lamp violation.

Davis was placed in the Halifax County Detention Center under a $21,000 secured bond and an August 9 court date.

Dancy was charged with felony possession of a stolen firearm, felony possession of a firearm by felon, felony possession with intent to sell and deliver marijuana, carrying a concealed gun, possession of marijuana drug paraphernalia, and unsealed wine or liquor in passenger area of a vehicle.

Dancy was placed in the Halifax County Detention Center under a $15,000 secured bond and has the same court date as Davis.

Halifax community basketball week five results

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Halifax community basketball week five results

The Halifax County Community Youth Basketball League 2017 Summer season action continued at William R. Davie Middle school Saturday.

Saturday July 22th Halifax county Community Youth Basketball League week 5 results reported to RRspin Sports.

 

JV division (Age group 7-11)

Celtics  9     vs     okc  8
 
Celtics Scorers:
Jermauri Evans 1 pt
Justin Wills 2 pts
Nizzir Stevens 6 pts
 
OKC scorers:
Christian Battle 4 pts
Jamari Artis 2 pts
Kemari Macklin 2 pts
 
 
 
Warriors  23     vs     Cavs  7
 
Warriors Scorers:
Tashaun Cowan 2 pts
Corey Dalton 4 pts
Jermione Rook 8 pts
Darbie Edmonds Jr. 7 pts
Kyra Vincent 2 pts
 
 
 
Cavs Scorers:
Rodney Williams Jr. 1 pt
Daveion Richardson 3 pts
Jakobi Reid 3 pts
 
 

Unofficial Standings JV Division

Boston Celtics                  5     0

Golden State Warriors       4     1

OKC Thunder                   1     4

Cleveland Cavs                 0     5

 
 
 
 
 
Varsity Division (Age group 12-15)
Lakers  52     vs     Rockets  59
 
Lakers Scorers:
Kanye Silver 6 pts
Chase Blackmon 3 pts
Tra'viyus Ussery 3 pts
Bryan Brim 6 pts
Lance Woolfolk 18 pts
Tyrone Smith 12 pts
Jamarious Moore 4 pts
 
Rockets scorers:
Poboigh King 24 pts
Nykim Stevens 2 pts
Jalen Hicks 11 pts
Terrance High Jr. 6 pts
Shamarjah Davis 11 pts
Ke'von Burgess 3 pts
 
 
 

Unofficial Standings Varsity Division

OKC Thunder                3     1

Houston Rockets           4     1

LA Lakers                     2     3

Chicago Bulls                0     4

Betty Dora Lewis Hamill

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Betty Dora Lewis Hamill, 85 of Enfield, NC passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2017.

She was born to the late Joseph Monterey and Ruth Elizabeth Spivey Lewis and was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Lee Hamill.

Betty was a member of Antioch Baptist Church and was also a member of the Daughters of The American Revolution.

Betty is survived by her two daughters, Elizabeth Leigh Hamill of Enfield, NC, Betty Jo Stallings and her husband Allen of Enfield, NC; her three grandchildren, Donny Wayne Speight, Jr., George Edward Clay, Brantley Lewis Stallings; her two Great-grandchildren Rylie Lynn Avery Clay and Mason Edward Clay.  

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 27, 2017 at 2:30 P.M. at Antioch Baptist Church with Rev. Susan Joyce officiating.

Burial will follow in the Lewis Family Cemetery.

The family will receive friends prior to the service on Thursday, July 27, 2017 from 1:30 P.M. until service time.

Askew Funeral Services is handling arrangements.

Ray Scott and Jamey Johnson concert photo gallery

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Jamey Johnson and Ray Scott on stage at the Roanoke Rapids Theatre Friday night.

Photo gallery of BarnBurner Promotions concert of country music artist Ray Scott and Jamey Johnson this past Friday night at the Roanoke Rapids Theatre.

The almost sold out show entertained the crowd for three hours.

Photos by Randy Wrenn

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Roanoke Valley crime roundup: Burglary, break-in arrests

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Roanoke Valley crime roundup: Burglary, break-in arrests

Roanoke Valley law enforcement reports the following:

 

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Scotland Neck Police Department

 

Captain Tommy Parker said in a statement around 1:15 this morning Corporal C. Little responded to the 500 Block of East Thirteenth Street for a burglary of a single-family dwelling.

Little spoke with the homeowner and determined Robert Lee Shields, 56, of Scotland Neck, broke into the house, attempted to steal a TV, assaulted the homeowner with a kitchen knife, and fled out of the side door.

Little obtained warrants for Shields based on the investigation.

At 3:56 a.m. Little observed Shields walking across the Scotland Neck Fire Department driveway and placed him under arrest with the assistance of Officer D. Coley and Lt. S. Casey of the Halifax County Sheriff's Office.

Little found crack cocaine, a crack pipe, and stolen property from the residence he burglarized.

Little arrested Shields for felony first-degree burglary, felony larceny after breaking and entering, felony possession of stolen goods, felony possession of cocaine, assault with a deadly weapon, injury to personal property, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Shields was jailed on $50,000 secured bond. A court date had not been set as of this report.

 

Halifax County Sheriff’s Office

 

Chief Deputy Scott Hall said in a statement a husband and wife were charged early Monday morning after a sergeant spotted them walking in the area of highways 125 and 903.

Sergeant J.R. Matthews observed Mark Johnson, 38, and Tiffany Johnson, 32, of Halifax, around 3 a.m.

Matthews found the couple in possession of items which made him suspicious they were stolen.

Matthews located a residence in the area which had been broken into and determined the property was stolen from the home. The stolen items included a makeup bag and home decor items.

The couple was charged with second-degree burglary, felony larceny and possession of stolen goods.

They were jailed on $20,000 bonds and received August 9 court dates.


Main Street presents yearly accomplishments, awards

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U OK owners LauireAnn and Dennis Howard flank Caudle after receiving New Business of the Year award.

Main Street Roanoke Rapids Monday night honored businesses and presented an overview of its accomplishments over the last year.

Main Street Development Director Christina Caudle reported over the last year there were 31 facade improvements, six building rehabs and two public improvement projects.

The total for the program to date is 121 facade improvements, 57 building rehabs and 16 public improvement projects.

There was a net of 52 jobs created. Over the course of the program there have been 493 jobs created and 132 lost for a net of 361 new jobs.

Caudle reported 20 new business openings, four closings and one expansion. She noted more than 50 percent of the new business openings represent the service industry and the four which have closed are retail.

Over the life of the program there have been 137 business opened, 39 closed and four expansions.

Volunteer hours over the last year are at 1,350 and represent a savings of $29,538. In the program to date there have been a total of 11,458 volunteer hours and $250,701 in in-kind volunteering.

There were seven events this year bringing in 2,500 people who spent $16,000. Over the course of the program there have been 19,300 visitors who have spent $112,000.

Private investment reached $4,051,130, a 124 percent increase over the last year. Some of that included the Food Lion and Burger King rehab, Caudle said, noting the bulk of that was small business investment.

Public investment was up 112 percent. At $461,247, that number includes the work on the public green space at 1026 Roanoke Avenue.

Total investment on the avenue is expected to hit $10 million next year. There has been a $1,330,370 public investment made over the course of the program and $7,648,108 in private investment. Total investment over the course of the program is at $8,978,478.

A total of $48 million in private investment is expected through 2019, including Project Chips at Kapstone, the new credit union on Tenth Street and Mill City Market opening in the Countryside Interiors building.

Roanoke Rapids has been in the program since 2009, Caudle said. “People see the value of downtown revitalization. People are looking for quality of life. People know one of our largest assets is our rich history.”

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Awards

Lisa Smith of the Quality Shop received the Beautification Award. “They really take care of their property,” Caudle said.

U OK Coffee & Baked Goods was named New Business of the Year.

Owned by LaurieAnn and Dennis Howard, the shop grinds its own coffee and sells baked goods including muffins and brownies. “It’s gaining momentum,” Caudle said.

Business of the year went to the Roanoke Rapids Herald, which has been a long time fixture on the avenue, beginning in the 200 block and now in the 900 block. “It’s a tremendous asset. It’s of tremendous local value to the community,” Caudle said.

Herald Publisher Titus Workman accepted the award and was also recognized for his service to the Main Street Board through the presentation of the President’s Award.

Volunteer of the Year went to Carol Moseley, who was not present.

A Special Appreciation Award was given to state Representative Michael Wray, who secured funding of nearly $95,000 for Main Street Roanoke Rapids.

The funding has allowed a streetscape planning document process; a facade grant program and a local rent subsidy incentive.

“Michael Wray stepped up and supported us,” Caudle said.

“I’m highly honored,” Wray said.

Enfield PD seeks two Blood members in Monday shooting

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Enfield PD seeks two Blood members in Monday shooting

Reputed gang activity is at the root of a shooting in Enfield Monday night in which no one was injured.

An occupied vehicle was shot several times and the driver’s side window was shattered, Enfield police Detective Willie Murphy Jr. said. He declined to say how many people were in the vehicle.

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Wanted are Taphil Jerome Yancey and Khiry Deshawn Dickens, both 24, and both from Enfield.

Both men have been identified as Blood members, Murphy said, although their ranks among the group were not clear.

Other than confirming gang activity was at play, Murphy declined to discuss motive.

Officers Shatel Coates and Graham Page responded to the area of South McDaniel and Bell streets after hearing shots fired around 7:30 p.m., police Chief Tyree Davis said in a statement.

The vehicle was in motion at the time of the shooting, Murphy said. Semiautomatic weapons were used, he said.

Murphy filed warrants for their arrests on counts of felony conspiracy, felony discharge a weapon into an occupied vehicle, felony assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, misdemeanor going armed to the terror of the people, and misdemeanor injury to personal property.

Dickens is also wanted by Halifax County Probation and Parole.

Davis said in the statement the men are considered armed and dangerous and frequent the surrounding counties.

Murphy said their travels are not limited to only Halifax County and they have the means and transportation to go to Raleigh and other areas.

Anyone with information on their whereabouts is encouraged to call Crimestoppers at 252-583-4444 or Central Communications at 252-583-1991

John 'J.B." Billy Fraier

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John “J.B.” Billy Frazier, 90 passed away in Raleigh.

Arrangements are incomplete and being handled by Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service.

Former Jackets are Pirates this year

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Former Jackets are Pirates this year

Keep your eyes on the East Carolina University football field this year. You'll see some familiar Roanoke Rapids High School faces.

Jessica Neville, RRHS Class of 2014 alumni, and currently a Senior at ECU. Brantley Harrison, RRHS Class of 2017 graduate, is a rising Freshman at ECU, Makayla Jean, RRHS Class of 2016 alumni and currently a sophomore at ECU.

This is Jessica's 4th year cheering for ECU. She and Harrison will cheer together on the Co-Ed team this fall. Makayla is a member of the All-Girl team. All three RRHS Alum will on the sidelines this fall cheering on the Pirates, as well as basketball season.

Under 8 all-star girls are State runner-ups

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Kyla Odom, Meagan Davis, Payton Odom, Alexus Roundtree, Hayden Barlow, Emily Williams, Sarah Williams, Emilee Campbell, Morgan Pearson, Chasity Shaw, Juliegh Hall and Morgan Beam.

The Roanoke Valley Girls Softball League Under 8 all-star team finished their season as 2017 Tar Heel League State Runner-ups this past weekend in Smithfield.

The All-stars kicked off the 2017 Tar Heel League State Championship tournament Saturday with a lost to Edenton 15-9.

Game one stats:

Kyla Odom had two singes and a double

Meagan Davis had two doubles

Payton Odom had a single

Hayden Barlow had a single

Emilee Campbell had two singles

Alexus Roundtree had a single

Morgan Beam had two singles

Sarah Williams had a double

 

 

 

The U8 girls rebounded Saturday to beat Watuga County 14-4.

Game two stats:

Kyla Odom had two singles and a double

Meagan Davis had three doubles

Payton Odom had single and a double

JuJu had three singles

Hayden Barlow had two singles and a double

Morgan Pearson had a single

Emilee Campbell two singles

Alexus Roundtree had a single and a triple

Morgan Beam had a single

Chasity Shaw had a single

Emily Williams had two singles

 

 

 

On Sunday the U8 girls continued the winning by beating Currituck 11-5. Currituck had beaten Roanoke Valley in the District tournament weeks earlier.

Game three stats:

Kayla Odom had two doubles and a triple

Meagan Davis had two singles

Juju two singles

Hayden Barlow had double

Emily Williams had a single

Emilee Campbell had a single

Alexus Roundtree had two singles

Morgan Beam had a single and a double

Sarah Williams had a double

 

 

The Roanoke Valley U8 all-stars  made it to the Championship game Sunday against the Edenton team. Edenton won the game 11-4 earning the Roanoke Valley 2017 Tar Heel State Runner-ups. 

Championship game stats:

Kyla Odom had double and a triple

Meagan Davis two singles

Payton Odom had single

Hayden Barlow had single

Morgan Beam had a single

Chasity Shaw had a single

 

 

 

Roanoke Valley Under 8 All-star team members:

Kyla Odom, Meagan Davis, Payton Odom, Alexus Roundtree, Hayden Barlow, Emily Williams, Sarah Williams, Emilee Campbell, Morgan Pearson, Chasity Shaw, Juliegh Hall and Morgan Beam.

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