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RRPD roundup: Stolen weapon count; DWLR charge

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RRPD roundup: Stolen weapon count; DWLR charge

The Roanoke Rapids Police Department reported the following, according to Chief Chuck Hasty:

On Thursday at approximately 10 a.m., the police department received a call about a person trying to sell a stolen firearm at a local business.

The person left before officers arrived.

Officers gave a description and direction of travel.

Officer A. Green conducted a traffic stop in the 800 block of Hamilton Street.  

Dwayne Leon Cameron, 57, of Chocowinity, was arrested and charged with possession of a stolen firearm and possession of a firearm by felon.

He received a $4,000 bond and February 7 court date.

The charges stem from an investigation by Investigator O.L. Wiltsie into a matter reported Tuesday where the firearm was taken during a robbery of a person.

Wiltsie said the robbery occurred on East Chaloner Drive. He declined to discuss specifics as the case remains under investigation.

Master Officer J. Hardy, officers S. Blythe and C. Hagbourne assisted.

 

On Thursday at approximately 1:30 p.m., Hardy and Hagbourne conducted a traffic stop for a violation on Vine Street near Smith Church Road.  

During the stop the driver, Desmond Nygun King, 23, of Halifax, was found driving on a revoked license and the passenger, Saquoyah Dominique Jones, 23, of Weldon, was found in possession of narcotics.

King was arrested and charged with driving while license revoked. He received a $2,000 bond and February 16 court date.

Jones was cited for possession of marijuana and released until her February 16 court date.

Green assisted.


HCSO report: Speeding stop nets marijuana counts

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HCSO report: Speeding stop nets marijuana counts

The Halifax County Sheriff’s Office reported the following, according to Captain A.M. Harris:

On Friday shortly after 9:45 p.m., Corporal P. Moyer stopped a vehicle traveling southbound on Interstate 95 near the 168 exit for a motor vehicle violation.

Moyer could reportedly smell the strong odor of marijuana coming from inside the vehicle during the stop and requested assistance.  

Deputy J. Comeaux and troopers of the North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to assist.

During the search Moyer seized approximately 45.7 grams of marijuana, a marijuana grinder, a box of plastic bags, small plastic baggies, a green pill bottle and a digital scale.

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Moyer arrested and charged Darius Sneed, 25, of Dry Bread Road, Emporia, for possession with intent to sell/deliver marijuana, felony possession of marijuana, possession of marijuana paraphernalia, maintaining a vehicle/dwelling for a controlled substance and exceeding the posted speed.

Sneed’s cousin, Jaquan Worrell, 20, of Brunswick Avenue, Emporia,was charged for possession with intent to sell/deliver marijuana, felony possession of marijuana and possession of marijuana paraphernalia.

Sneed and Worrell received February 7 court dates.

Girls softball registration now open

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Girls softball registration now open

The Roanoke Valley Girls Softball League (RVGSL) has opened their 2018 season registration for 4-18 years old girls in Halifax or Northampton County.

The deadline for 4-12 age group is March 10th, while the 13-18 age group deadline is May 1st. 

Registration forms can be downloaded below or found at TJ Davis Recreation in Roanoke Rapids, local schools and libraries.

 

ACO Majors being held in Kenansville, NC

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ACO Majors being held in Kenansville, NC

American Cornhole Organization is excited to bring the best players from across the country to Kenansville, NC for the 11th Major of ACO Season 13 February 2nd – 3rd.

The Major will be played at the Duplin County Events Center.

 

ACO Majors are the focal point of the Season, where top players and social players alike compete to earn points toward their season rankings.

 

Majors aren’t only for the top players though, as many competitors from all different skill levels come and compete, and loyal fans cheer on their favorites. The good news for fans – all ACO events are free to spectators!

 

Registration for events ends Wednesday, January 31st at 11:59PM. Costs of entry varies based on which event a player wishes to participate in, and are as follows:

 

Worlds Slyder Cup - $125.00 per team ($150.00 walk ups)  
Social Slyder Cup - $50.00 per team ($75.00 walk ups) 
Seniors Singles Points Ticket - $25.00 ($30.00 walk ups)
Seniors Singles Points & Purse Ticket $40.00 ($50.00 walk ups)
Womens Singles Points Ticket - $25.00 ($30.00 walk ups)
Womens Singles Points & Purse Ticket - $40.00 ($50.00 walk ups) 
Juniors Singles - $15.00 per player
Coed Doubles - $20.00 per team ($30.00 walk ups)
Mini Doubles - $20.00 per team ($30.00 walk ups)

World Silver Ticket (Entry into World Singles and half of a World Doubles entry) - $45.00

Social Silver Ticket (Entry into Social Singles and half of a Social Doubles entry) - $25.00

 

Each event comes with certain spoils, and cash purses and ACO custom jerseys can be won in the ACO Kenansville Major. Players do not have to be ACO members to participate in any events, or to claim prizes from winning events.

 

Frank Geers, President & CEO of American Cornhole says “Kenansville has been a consistently great spot for us and we’re excited to keep seeing the competitive atmosphere out in North Carolina, a region a lot of our best players come to battle in!”

 

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS – ACO Kenansville Major

 

Duplin County Events Center

195 Fairgrounds Dr

Kenansville, NC 28349

 

Friday, February 2nd, 2018

Gates open at 11:00AM

1:00PM:

Social Slyder Cup

Seniors Singles

5:00PM

Womens Singles

Juniors Singles

8:00PM

Coed Doubles

Mini Doubles

 

Saturday, February 3rd, 2018

Gates open at 8:30AM

10:00AM

World Singles

2:00PM

Social Singles

4:00PM

World Doubles

6:00PM

Social Doubles  

 

For more information visit americancornhole.com or call American Cornhole at 888-563-2002

David Marshall Harris Sr.

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David Marshall Harris Sr.

David Marshall Harris, Sr. passed away Tuesday January 16, 2018 at his home in Midlothian, Virginia.

David was born May 16, 1935 in Norfolk, Va. He was the son of Sallie and Herman Harris. He was proceeded in death by his wife Betty Jernigan Harris.

He graduated from John Marshall High School and attended RPI. David also served his country in the US Navy. 

David retired from Dominion Power after 32 years of service in 1992. He was a member of the Lions Club and Myrick Estates Country Club. He and Betty enjoyed volunteering with Meals on Wheels for several years. 

David is survived by his two children and their spouses, Kim Hicks and her husband Frank; David Harris, Jr. and his wife Kelly; grandchildren, Ashley Blaney, Patrick Hicks, and Emily and Jenna Harris; his three great-grandchildren, Cohen and Carter Blaney and Mirabella Hicks. His family was honored to have him for 82 years and he will be truly missed.

A memorial service will be held at 2pm Thursday, January 25th at Second Branch Baptist Church, 12217 Second Branch Road, Chesterfield, VA 23838.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his honor to Littleton Lions Club, 103 Ransom Street, Littleton, NC 27850 or Bon Secours Hospice & Palliative Care, 8580 Magellan Pkwy, #200, Richmond, VA 23227.

Elizabeth Gilliam Lyles

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Elizabeth Gilliam Lyles

Elizabeth Gilliam Lyles, 85, of Charlotte Street, passed away Friday, January 19, 2018, at Warren Hills Nursing Home in Warrenton.

Elizabeth was born February 3, 1932 in Weldon to the late Will Gilliam and Alice Padgett Gilliam. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Maynard Lyles; and her son, Douglas Lyles.

She was a member of Good News Baptist Church and worked in the textile mills.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Elizabeth is survived by her sons, Danny Lyles and his wife Diana of Roanoke Rapids, Larry Lyles and his wife Brenda of Halifax, Alvin Lyles and Shari and Allen Lyles both of Roanoke Rapids; her grandchildren, Danny Lyles, Jr., Tina Lyles, Crystal Lyles and Jennifer “Jenny” Lyles Jordon and her husband Brandon; her great-grandchildren, Danielle, Ashley and Cierra Agoglia, Steven and Haleigh Lyles and McKinley and Elizabeth “Lily” Jordan.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M. Tuesday in the chapel of Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service with Rev. Jimmy King officiating. Burial will follow in Cedarwood Cemetery.

The family will receive friends Monday, January 22, 2018 from 6:30 – 8:30 P.M. at the funeral home and other times at her home.

The family would also like to thank the staff of Halifax Home Health and Hospice and Warren Hills Nursing Home for their care and compassion.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com.

James Sterling Liles

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James Sterling Liles, 77, of Littleton, NC, died Wednesday, January 17, 2018, at Signature Health Care of Roanoke Rapids.

Mr. Liles was born in Halifax County, NC, the son of the late John Robin Liles, Jr. and Ruby Tharrington Liles. 

He was a U. S, Army veteran serving with the Military Police and as a combat medic, with the 15 Army Field Hospital. 

He retired from International Paper in 2002, with 37 years of service. 

He was preceded in death by his wife Frances Collier Liles, a sister, Vickie Lancaster and two brothers, John Robin Liles, III and Charles H. Liles.

Mr. Liles is survived by: two daughters, Sharon L. Smith and her husband Kenneth L. of Roanoke Rapids, NC and Laurie Anne Liles of Halifax, NC; two step sons, Thomas Rainey and Michael Rainey, both of Roanoke Rapids, NC; a sister, Sue Duke and her husband Randolph, of Littleton,. NC; two brothers Harold D. Liles of Littleton, NC, and Eddie Liles and his wife Kathy Jean of Roanoke Rapids, NC; five grandchildren, Brandon Mabrey, Christopher Smith, Jamie Butler Meghan Liles and Drew Carlisle; four great grandchildren, Kayla Mabrey, Bryce Mabrey, Hayden Liles and Drake Carlisle.

The family will receive at Wrenn Clarke & Hagan Funeral and Cremation Service, Monday, January 22, 2018, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM.

Funeral services will be held at Tabor United Methodist Church, 10651 Highway 48, Littleton, NC, on Tuesday, January 23, 2018, at 2:00 PM, with Rev. Sid Collins officiating. Interment with Military Honors will follow in the church cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donation be made to Tabor United Methodist Church.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.wrennclarkehagan.com

Williams scores 35 points in coach Carroll LaHaye 600th win

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Williams scores 35 points in coach Carroll LaHaye 600th win

LYNCHBURG, Va. – Randolph-Macon Head Coach Carroll LaHaye won her 600th game Saturday afternoon in action against the Old Dominion Athletic Conference's number one team, Lynchburg, 71-59 at Turner Gymnasium.

LaHaye, in her 36th season at the helm of Randolph-Macon, is just the 59th coach in the NCAA across all divisions to reach the milestone of 600 wins.  LaHaye has spent her entire career coaching the Yellow Jackets.

Randolph-Macon got out to the early lead, jumping ahead 4-0, two and a half minutes into the first quarter. Sophomore Kelly Williams (Garysburg, N.C./Halifax Academy) opened the scoring and was credited with an assist to junior Jayla Wade (Newport News, Va./Heritage) minutes into the first frame. Williams scored again to help push the Yellow Jackets out to the 6-2 lead with 5:13 remaining in the period. Lynchburg would use the middle of the first to go on an 8-2 run to tie the score at 11. Each team added a bucket to close out the period, going into the second quarter with a 13-13 tie.

Lynchburg opened the scoring in the second period, but Williams responded with a bucket of her own. R-MC regained the lead with a pair of baskets by sophomore Charlotte Woods (Richmond, Va./Trinity), bringing the advantage to 19-16. The scores were the start of an 11-0 run for the Yellow Jackets as R-MC took a commanding lead through the middle of the second quarter. R-MC maintained the distance for much of the entire second quarter and had a ten point lead at the break, 38-28.

The Hornets made the needed adjustments at halftime and came out hot over the first four minutes of the third quarter, going on a 10-0 run and tying the game at 38 with 6:11 to go. Lynchburg scored another bucket before R-MC made its first score of the period with 5:09 to go as senior Teal Reynolds (Sterling, Va./Potomac Falls) got a layup to go, tying the game again, this time at 40. The teams traded the lead for the remainder of the quarter, with Williams getting the last bucket of the third to put Randolph-Macon up by two heading into the final frame.

R-MC kept a slim margin until 7:18 to go in the period, when Lynchburg's Caroline Naumann made a layup to put Lynchburg's ahead. Naumann was LC's leading scorer on the night, finishing with 19 points. Freshman Becca Arrington (Amelia, Va./Amelia Academy) scored a free throw to tie the game with 6:55 to go and junior Kelsey Wisner (York, Pa./Central York) pushed R-MC back out ahead moments later with a jumper. The points were the first in an 11-6 run that gave R-MC a critical lead in the waning minutes of the game as the Yellow Jackets settled in to a 63-58 lead with 3:08 to go. Williams added another layup before Lynchburg resorted to fouls with under a minute to play  -- though to no avail as Randolph-Macon completed six of eight free throws down the stretch to win 71-59.

Randolph-Macon outshot Lynchburg 47% to 39% and went 76% from the free throw line. Williams completed every opportunity given to her at the charity stripe, going 9-9 -- while Wade, Reynolds and Arrington each shot 50% or better. The Yellow Jackets scored 46 points in the paint compared to Lynchburg's 32 and R-MC was able to score 28 points off 21 Hornet turnovers.

Williams finished the game with 35 points, four blocks and four assists while pulling in 15 rebounds. Wade had 13 points on the night while dishing out four assists. Woods tallied eight points and ten rebounds while capturing four steals. Reynolds also pulled away four steals while scoring six points and assisting four times. Rounding out the starting lineup was Wisner with four points and four rebounds.  

From the bench, Arrington finished with five points and a rebound while freshman Elise Knobloch (Glenville, Pa./Delone Catholic) hauled in three rebounds.

With the win, LaHaye enters into a new century level of wins. At the beginning of the season, LaHaye ranked 7th nationally in total number of victories in Division III Women's Basketball and 30th for most wins among all active head coaches at all divisions of NCAA Women's Basketball. She ranked 17th in most victories for all Division III coaches in history. She joins Susan Dunagan of Roanoke as the only ODAC coaches to arrive at the milestone. Dunagan tallied her 600th win in 2013. She is the fourth coach in the Commonwealth of Virginia to reach the 600 win mark after Dunagan, Debbie Ryan (Virginia) and Wendy Larry (Old Dominion). 

Randolph-Macon returns to the hardwood on Tuesday against Shenandoah at 7:00 in Crenshaw Gymnasium. 


Northeast Academy results hosting Ridgecroft in Lasker

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Northeast Academy results hosting Ridgecroft in Lasker
Northeast Academy hosted Ridgecroft School Friday night in Lasker.
JV Girls
NEA   5   2   8   16    31
RCS 13   6   2    5     26
 
NEA Stats:  Allie Liverman 9, Jessie Martin 8, E. Jones 14
RCS Stats:  Caryn Joyner 10
 
 
JV Boys
NEA   4   10   8   13   2    37
RCS   9   10   8     8   6    41
 
NEA Stats:  Alex Galloway 10, Kendall Timberlake 11, Josh Simmons 12, Kaleb. Bradley 4
RCS Stats:  Boone Barkley 14
 
 
Varsity Girls
NEA   7   10   13   11    41
RCS   4     9   15    4     32
 
NEA Stats:  Summer Warmack 5, Addis Piper 3, Olivia Wheeler 9, Carson Johnson 4, Carly Stephenson 19, Haven Jilcott 1
RCS Stats:  Brooke rose 14
 
 
Varsity Boys
NEA    7   10   8   10    35
RCS  12   12   5   12    41
 
NEA Stats:  LJ Barnes 9, Dylan Edwards 6, Ryan Rowe 6, Justin Jones 6, J.T. Simmons 6, Michael Smith 2
RCS Stats:  Wyatt Liverman 15
 
NEA's next game is Monday against Bethel Christian at NEA. (Senior night)

2017-18 Tar Roanoke All-Conference football team

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2017-18 Tar Roanoke All-Conference football team

 2017-18 Tar Roanoke ALL-CONFERENCE football team.

Northampton County High School

 Angelo Rooks

 Jevontae Hicks                               

Jovontay Futrell                                                                               

Tevon Shoulders                                                                              

Jaylin Grant                                                                                        

Antrelle Barnes                                                                               

Naijuan Kennedy

Ziqareyeis Pittman                                                                      

 

 

 

Southeast Halifax High School                                                  

Marcus McDaniel                                                                            

Joshua Hunter

Jenorye Britt

RoQuon Crowell                                                                              

Amir Pittman                                                                                     

Denaza Bryant                                                                                   

North Edgecombe

Marvin Tucker

A’naize Warren                                                                               

Keavion Pittman                                                                              

Tyvon Evans                                                                                       

Kavon Pittman                                                                                 

Cadarius Harrell                                                                              

 

 

 

KIPP

Tyrell Moody

Malik Lee

Tajai Williams

Jordan Williams

 

 

 

Northwest Halifax High School

Tyrell Manley

Jyrelle Alston

 

 

 

Weldon

Andre Stewart

Cedric Vincent

Talik Young

Kajah Bonner

 

 

 

Rocky Mount Prep

Steve Hunter

Jayvon Jackson

 

 

 

PLAYER OF THE YEAR                                     

Angelo Rooks - Northampton County                                                 

 

 

 

COACH OF THE YEAR

GEORGE PRIVOT - Northampton County

Lady Vikings win Friday with heavy Hearts

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Lady Vikings win Friday with heavy Hearts

The Halifax Academy Varsity Lady Vikings traveled down to Rocky Mount to battle Faith Christian Friday night and continued the winning, beating Faith 46-23.

All thoughts and prayers were on birthday girl Maddie Suiter who had lost her father Ghi Suiter Wednesday suddenly and who was a Halifax Academy Alumnus and proud supporter of Maddie and Halifax Academy.

Halifax Academy scorers: 

Maddison Suiter scored 11 points

 

Emerson Poole scored 17 points

Candice Smith scored 4 points

Miria Liles scored 2 points

Margaret Hudson scored 2 points

Ashton Garner scored 4 points

Kate Starnes scored 6 point

 

 

Halifax Academy JV Girls fell to Faith Christian 19-29

Halifax Stats:

Ella Howell scored 2 points
Lizbeth Dickens scored 3 points
Tara Simmons scored 10 points
Macie Price scored 4 points

 

 

 

Halifax Academy Varsity Girls Basketball 2017-18 Schedule
Tues, Nov 14       Lawrence Academy         Win          1-0

Thur, Nov 16       Kenston Forest School     Win          2-0

Mon, Nov 20       **Community Christian    Win          3-0

Tues, Nov 21      Kenston Forest School      Win          4-0

Tues, Nov 28      **Kerr Vance Academy     Win          5-0

Fri, Dec 1           **Community Christian     Win          6-0

Tues, Dec 5        Oakwood School              Win          7-0

Wed, Dec 6         Ridgecroft School            Win          8-0

Fri, Dec 8            **Epiphany School          Win          9-0

Mon, Dec 11        Southampton                  Win        10-0

Fri, Dec 15           **Faith Christian School  Win        11-0

Fri, Dec 29           Brunswick Academy        Loss       11-1

Mon, Jan 8           Wilson Christian             Win        12-1

Fri, Jan 12            **Saint Thomas More     Win       13-1

Tues, Jan 16          **Oakwood School       Win        14-1

Fri, Jan 19          **Faith Christian School   Win        15-1  

Mon, Jan 22          **Rocky Mount Academy     Home   (Senior Night)

Wed, Jan 24          Ridgecroft School     Home

Fri, Jan 26             **Kerr Vance Academy     Away

Tues, Jan 30           Wilson Christian    Away 

** Indicates CIC Conference Games 

 

Tues, Feb 6         CIC Tourn 1st round @ higher seed

Thurs, Feb 8         CIC Semi-Finals JV @ Faith Christian

Fri, Feb 9              CIC Semi-Finals Vars @ Faith Christian

Sat, Feb 10           CIC Championship @ Faith Christian

Tues, Feb 13         First Round State Play-Offs @ Higher Seed

Thur, Feb 15           2nd Round State Play-Offs @ Higher Seed

Sat, Feb 17             State Play-offs quarter-finals @ Higher Seed

 

 

The Halifax Academy Vikings Varsity boys loss to Faith Christian Friday night 50-63

Halifax Academy   50

Faith Christian       63

 

Halifax Academy scorers:

Eric Williams scored 21 points

Donovyn Gary scored 14 points

Kal Liles scored 8 points

Eli Harris scored 3 points

Harrison Hardee scored 2 points

Luke Keeter scored 2 points

Roanoke Rapids Youth basketball photo gallery

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Roanoke Rapids Youth basketball photo gallery

The Roanoke Rapids Parks and Recreation 2017-18 youth basketball season is in full swing.

Photos from Saturday January 21st basketball games at TJ Davis Recreation Center.

Mighty Mites League coach Colton Clemmons gives his Quality Cuts players a thumbs up Saturday as they are 8-0 and undefeated.

 

Photos by Randy Wrenn

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Marilyn Dudley Stephenson

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Marilyn Dudley Stephenson

Marilyn Dudley Stephenson of Rich Square, and formerly of Durham, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2018.

She was born November 17, 1952 to the late H.N. “Foxy” Stephenson and Nellie Parker Stephenson.

Marilyn graduated from Weldon High School and attended Atlantic Christian College in Wilson. Soon after her graduation, she obtained a teaching position at Squire School in Gaston.

After a few years she decided teaching was not for her and moved to Durham where she made her career as the assistant to the Dean of Political Science at Duke University.

Volunteering and making a difference in people’s lives was important to Marilyn and it showed through her dedication to the Durham Civitan Club and other volunteer organizations.

Marilyn loved the beach, beach music, cheering on the Blue Devils and her beloved cats. She was her daddy’s girl and loved being around her family.

She was a friend to all and will be remembered by her cheerful smile and kind, positive spirit.

She is survived by her brother, Greg Stephenson of Weldon; her sister-in-law, Sandra Stephenson of Roanoke Rapids; and her nieces Lauren and Meredith Stephenson.

Graveside Services will be held on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. at the Ahoskie Cemetery with the Dr. Chet Rains officiating.

Askew Funeral & Cremation Services in Roanoke Rapids is helping the family with arrangements.

Online Condolences may be made to the family at www.askewfs.com

Helen Crawford Goldsmith

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Helen Crawford Goldsmith, 92, of Roanoke Rapids, NC, died Thursday, January 18, 2018, at her residence.

Mrs. Goldsmith was born in Beaverdale, PA, the daughter of the late Harry Crawford and Elsie Carson Crawford. Her husband Samuel Goldsmith, preceded her in death.

A Registered Nurse, she retired from Highmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield.

Surviving are two daughters, Sharon Arquilla-Wrenn and her husband Tim, of Roanoke Rapids, NC, and Diane Ringkor and her husband Dave, and family, of Akron, OH; two nieces, Lynne Finley and family, Ellen McArdle and family, and a nephew, Bruce Bailey and family.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.wrennclarkehagan.com

RRPD roundup: Domestic counts; cocaine, child neglect counts

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RRPD roundup: Domestic counts; cocaine, child neglect counts

The Roanoke Rapids Police Department reported the following, according to Captain Andy Bryant:

On Friday at approximately 9:52 p.m., Lieutenant P. Parks charged Cashae Briana Thomas, 24, of Rocky Mount, with driving while license revoked.

In addition to this charge, there were three outstanding orders for arrest from Nash and Edgecombe county courts for DWLR charges.

She received a $2,000 secured bond for the local charges and $3,500 for the other charges. The court date is March 12.

Master Officer J. Salmon and Officer M. Worrell assisted.

 

On Saturday at approximately 1 a.m., Officer C. Cross responded to the Old Farm Apartments on a domestic assault call.  

Following an investigation, Cross charged Willey James Phillips Jr., 34, of Roanoke Rapids, with assault on female and possession of marijuana.

He was placed in the Halifax County Jail without opportunity for bond  for domestic violence.  

The court date is February 9.

In addition, Cross charged Quanora Lavette Long, 34, of Seaboard, with assault.  

She was also jailed without opportunity for bond  for domestic violence and received the same court date as Phillips.

Parks, Salmon, and Worrell assisted.

 

On Saturday at approximately 11:56 a.m., Officer E. Ellington responded to the 300 block of Madison Street on a domestic violence call.

Following an investigation, Ellington charged Antonio Johnson, 34, of Roanoke Rapids, with communicating threats and assault on female.  

He was placed in the Halifax County Jail without opportunity for bond  for domestic violence.

The court date is February 13.

Master Officer G. Colson assisted.  

 

On Saturday at approximately 7:54 p.m., Parks charged James Randolph Williams Jr., 27, of Roanoke Rapids, with DWLR, fictitious tags, failure to register a motor vehicle, and an order for arrest for possession of a firearm by felon.

He received a $31,500 bond and March 12 court date.

Officers J. Spragins and J. Shelburne assisted.

 

On Sunday at approximately 1:51 a.m. Sergeant T. Tyler responded to a breaking and entering of a residence in Old Farm Apartments.

Following an investigation, Tyler charged Alvin Norwood Jr., 26, of Roanoke Rapids, with breaking and entering with the intent to terrorize, communicating threats and possession of drug paraphernalia.

He was placed in the Halifax County Jail without opportunity for bond  for domestic violence.

The court date is February 7.

Salmon, Shelburne, and Worrell assisted.

 

On Sunday at approximately 2:20 p.m., Officer H. Grimes responded to Walmart on a larceny call.

Grimes charged Bridget Lee Norton, 35, of Whitakers, with possession of cocaine, possession of drug paraphernalia, misdemeanor larceny, possession of stolen goods, and child neglect.

The child neglect charge reflects a minor was in her company or care at the time, Bryant said.

No further details were immediately available.

She was placed in the Halifax County Jail under a $1,000 bond and the court date is February 7.

Officer J. DeSare assisted.  


RAGE Wrestling event to benefit HA athletics

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Hasty, left, and Landen jaw at the last event.

RAGE Wrestling Warriors will hold a match Saturday to benefit Halifax Academy Athletics.

Bell time is 7 p.m. and the doors to the Halifax Academy gym open at 6 p.m.

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Dubbed RAGE Bowl 2018, there will be six matches including second annual Battle Royale with the winner earning a match for RAGE World Championship.  

RAGE is a Christian-centered entertainment event.

The official card for RAGE Bowl is as follows:

RAGE World Champion “The Tongan Giant” Asaafi squares off with Victor Griff

Brain Power.

Seymour Snott and The Juggernaut will face off with Mayhem Inc.— Madd Maxx and Tremmor.

Perennial fan favorite Dirty Money takes on “Big Money” Benjamin Banks.  

Additionally, Dirty Money will share his testimony.

Roc Richards challenges Timber the Lumberjack, formerly of the WWE.

Wes “Danger” Rogers takes on Austin Shadowz

The main event is the 20-man over-the-top rope RAGE Bowl Battle Royale with the winner earning a match for the RAGE World Championship.  

The battle royale will feature two up and coming wrestlers from the Roanoke Valley — Olley Primo and Halifax Academy graduate Skeeter Clodhopper.  

It is expected Roanoke Rapids Police Chief “The Peacekeeper” Chuck Hasty and “The Bad Situation” Joey Landen are planning to be at the event after a  war of words between the two men boiled over into a “physical altercation” at the last RAGE Wrestling Warriors event.

At 5:30 p.m. the Halifax Academy Athletic Council will be selling pork chop plates and pork chop sandwiches. The plates are $8 and feature grilled pork chops, cheesy potatoes, green beans and a roll. Pork chop sandwiches will be $4.  

Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Tickets will be available at the door.

Pierce to present at social studies conference

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Rodney D. Pierce, a third-year sixth grade Social Studies teacher at William R. Davie Middle STEM Academy, will present at the 2018 North Carolina Council for Social Studies Conference next month in Greensboro.

Pierce was among 20 educators from around the state chosen to attend the Understanding the American South Teachers Summit held in August 2017 at UNC-Chapel Hill.

Attendees were tasked with creating lesson plans based on the summit’s theme as presented in lectures by professors from UNC, Duke University, East Carolina University, and N.C. State University.

Lesson plans written by Pierce and two other Teaching Fellows were selected for presentation at the state conference.

Pierce’s lesson is entitled “A History of Anti-Blackness in Halifax County” and is broken down into three parts:  A Confederate Consciousness, A History of Anti-Black Violence and Jim Crow (1950s-Present).

Pierce is part of a five-member team that includes UNC associate professor Cheryl Bolick and UNC doctoral student Christoph Stutts.

The presentation’s title is Teaching the American South:  Confronting A Legacy of White Supremacy.

The 48th annual conference is scheduled for February 8-9 at the Koury Convention Center at the Sheraton Four Seasons Hotel. Its theme is Expanding Visions Bridging Transitions.

An alumnus of Halifax County Schools, Pierce serves as the Social Studies Content Area Lead and Student Government Association adviser at William R. Davie.

He is a member of the HCS Public Relations Committee.

 

 

Emily Biggs Hasty

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Emily Biggs Hasty, age 87, of Roanoke Rapids, died Sunday, January 21, 2018, at Magnolia Gardens Center, Warrenton, NC.

Mrs. Hasty was born in Halifax County. She formerly worked at J.P. Stevens Company.

Mrs. Hasty was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Thomas Hasty, mother, Mary Curles Biggs, and a son, Basil Johnson Jr.

She is survived by two sons, Donald C. Johnson, of Roanoke Rapids, Kevin Dewayne Johnson, of Jacksonville, NC; four daughters, Lisa Michelle Hollowich, Mary Catherine Johnson, of Wilmington, NC, Martha McConnahey, of Jacksonville, NC, Andrea Hasty Von Kaenel, of Colorado Springs, CO; brother, Baily Biggs; two sisters, Gloria Dawn Griffin, Ruth Nelson.

Wrenn, Clarke, & Hagan Funeral and Cremation Service is taking care of arrangements which are incomplete at this time.

Edgar Lloyd Hargrave Sr.

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Edgar Lloyd Hargrave Sr.

Edgar Lloyd Hargrave Sr., age 86, of Littleton, NC, died Friday, January 19, 2018, at Halifax Regional Medical Center.

He was born in Northampton County, son of the late Edgar R. Hargrave and Bonnie E. Jordan Hargrave.

Edgar was a truck driver with Thurston Motor Lines and formerly worked with J.P. Stevens Company. He was a member of Lebanon United Methodist Church.

Edgar was a craftsman, especially working with wood. He could repair about anything whether it be electrical, plumbing, or automotive. Edgar also served in the United States Marine Corps.

Surviving is his wife of 62 years, Patricia Campbell Hargrave; sons, Lloyd Hargrave, Jr. and his wife,Alison of Halifax, NC, Andrew D. Hargrave, Sr. and his wife, Ginger A., of Dinwiddie Co, VA, Steven B. Hargrave and his fiancée, Terri Smith, of Northampton Co, NC, David R. Hargrave, of Northampton Co, NC; brother, John Thomas Hargrave, of Northampton Co, NC; grandsons, Steven R. Hargrave, Joshua B. Hargrave, Andrew D. Hargrave Jr., Avery Hargrave, Benjamin Hargrave; granddaughters, Heather Hargrave Dunn, Molly Hargrave, Kristen Hargrave, Sydnee Hargrave.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm Wednesday, January 24, 2018 , in the Chapel of Wrenn, Clarke, & Hagan Funeral and Cremation Service with Rev. Bob Clyde officiating.

Burial will follow in Lebanon United Methodist Church Cemetery.  

Family and friends may call at the Funeral Home Tuesday evening, January 23, 2018, from 7:00 until 8:30 p.m.

Online condolences may be made to www.wrennclarkehagan.com.

Williams honored fifth time by Conference for outstanding play

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Williams honored fifth time by Conference for outstanding play

FOREST, Va. – Sophomore Kelly Williams (Garysburg, N.C./Halifax Academy) was honored by the Old Dominion Athletic Conference as its Player of the Week for the fifth time this season.

Williams and the Yellow Jackets wrapped up a 2-0 week which saw them getting wins over Randolph 67-40 and the ODAC's top team, Lynchburg 71-59. This is Williams' ninth Player of the Week selection in her career.

Williams played a critical role in the win at Randolph, scoring 21 points and pulling in 16 rebounds as well as blocking one shot. Against Lynchburg, she scored 35 points and hauled down 15 rebounds while tallying four blocks, sending out four assists and grabbing three steals.

The sophomore is the conference leader in points per game (24.6), rebounds per game (18.4), offensive RPG (7.1), defensive RPG (11.3), Blocks per game (4.1), total points (394), total rebounds (295), total offensive rebounds (114), total defensive rebounds (181), total blocks (66).

She is also the national leader in points per game, rebounds per game and blocks per game. She has scored 15 double-doubles in 16 games, which is good for third-most in the country.

Randolph-Macon returns to the floor tomorrow at 2:00 PM against Shenandoah in Crenshaw Gymnasium.

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