September 7, 2016
At approximately 11:32 p.m., Deputy W. Whitley responded to a residence in Gaston where he arrested Kenneth Hawkins for assault on a female. Hawkins received a 48-hour domestic violence hold and a court date of October 13. Hawkins was later released on a $2,500 secured bond.

September 19, 2016
At approximately 11:20 a.m. Deputy T. Staton arrested Robert Dunlow of Garysburg for an outstanding warrant out of Nash County. Warrants were for larceny and conspiracy from Walmart in Rocky Mount where Dunlow received a $1,000 secured bond. Next court date in Nash County is scheduled for October 26.

At approximately 10:47 a.m., Sergeant C. Collier arrested and served a warrant on Shanika Deloatch of Charlotte.
Deloatch was served an outstanding order for arrest for Northampton County and received a $200 secured bond.

September 20, 2016
At approximately 4:10 p.m., Collier served warrants on Caleb Snider of Halifax for warrants obtained by the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office.
The warrants were for obtaining property by false pretense and possession of stolen goods.

September 21, 2016
At approximately 12:53 a.m., Deputy K. Byrum and Deputy W. Whitley responded to a residence on Bolton Road in Rich Square on a call of assault.
Byrum arrested Jeraymond Flythe of Raleigh for assault on a female and two counts of communicating threats. Next court appearance is set for October 18.

September 22, 2016
At approximately 9:23 p.m., Sergeant W. James was on routine patrol when he encountered Jason Wallace of Pleasant Hill on School Street in Gaston.
James arrested Wallace and served an outstanding warrant for failure to appear on probation violation.
Next court appearance is set for October 27.

September 23, 2016
At approximately 11:13 p.m., Deputy T. Antunez conducted a vehicle stop on Highway 186 in Garysburg.
The vehicle was driven by Torrey Boone of Branchville, Virginia.
Upon investigation Antunez located one gram of marijuana within the vehicle.
Boone was cited for the possession of marijuana up to one-half ounce and received a November 15 court date.

At approximately 5:13 p.m., Whitley arrested and served a warrant on Dawn Tripp of Roanoke Rapids for failure to appear on larceny charges out of Nash County.
Tripp received a $2,000 secured bond and next court date in Nash County of October 26.

At approximately 2:10 p.m., Deputy W. Killian responded to a location off Pineview Drive in Henrico for domestic violence.
Upon arrival Killian arrested Lawrence Loflin of Henrico with assault on a female.
Loflin received an October 18 court date.

At approximately 7:08 p.m., Antunez located Shadrach Jones at a residence in Pleasant Hill. Jones was arrested and served outstanding warrants for assault on a female and communicating threats. Jones received a $1,000 secured bond and next court date of October 18.

September 24, 2016
At approximately 4:28 p.m. Bishera Pinnick surrendered to law enforcement at the sheriff’s office for outstanding warrants obtained by Detective J. Jenkins.
Warrants included four counts of second-degree kidnapping, first-degree burglary, and injury to personal property.
These warrants were the result of a home invasion on September 16 involving Pinnick and three men in Arrowhead Mobile Home Park in Woodland.
Pinnick received a $65,500 secured bond where she remains in custody and a next court date of October 10.
Eddie Sheppard and Shameek Williams have not been apprehended.
Sheriff Jack Smith stated, “I encourage anyone that comes into contact with the remaining two suspects to use caution and if anyone knows their whereabouts to contact the Northampton County Sheriff’s Office.”

September 26, 2016
At approximately 8:11 a.m., Deputy A. Young served warrants on Richard Odom for failure to appear out of Northampton County.
Odom received a $2,000 secured bond and next court date of October 10.

September 28, 2016
At approximately 5:33 a.m., Sergeant A. Johnson responded to a residence on North Chestnut Street in Woodland for an assault call.
Johnson arrested David McGaha for assault on a female and injury to personal property. Next court date is October 18

At approximately 1:37 p.m., Deputy M. Walton responded to a residence off of Woodard Boulevard in Woodland.
Walton arrested Hermanz Williams of Murfreesboro for assault on a female, communicating threats, and injury to personal property.
Next court date set for October 13.

September 29, 2016
At approximately 10:55 a.m., Sergeant A. Roye served outstanding warrants on David McGaha of Woodland for assault with a deadly weapon and injury to personal property.
McGaha received a $1,000 secured bond and next court date of October 18.

October 3, 2016
At approximately 3:38 p.m., Byrum and Killian located Rasean Bolden at a residence outside of Rich Square.
Outstanding warrants were served for unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, assault with a deadly weapon, communicating threats, and assault inflicting serious injury.
Next court date set for October 18.

At approximately 6:43 p.m., Collier and Lieutenant A. Thomas located Sidney Jennings of Conway on Hwy 258 in Woodland.
Collier arrested Jennings for an outstanding order for arrest out of Northampton. Next court date is on November 17.

October 4, 2016
At approximately 1:41 a.m., Deputy A. Leitner and Walton arrested and served an outstanding warrant on Lori Deloatch for simple assault. She received a $700 secured bond and next court date of November 15.

October 6, 2016
At approximately 1:14 a.m., Deputy K. Henderson located Deandre Person of Garysburg at a residence off of Perry Street.
Henderson arrested Person and served outstanding warrants for four counts of communicating threats and one count of injury to personal property. Person received a $1,000 secured bond.

At approximately 8:43 p.m., Johnson located Deidre Flythe at her residence in Margarettsville. Flythe was arrested and served outstanding warrants for second-degree trespassing and shoplifting concealment of goods out of Nash County. She received a $4,500 secured bond and next court date of November 23 in Nash County.

Thursday, September 22, 2016
At approximately 7:12 p.m., Officer Noland Coles received a call in reference to a warrant for arrest. Justin Medlin, 24 of Roanoke Rapids, was charged with driving while license revoked, expired registration/tag and failing to stop for red light.
He has a November 4 court date.
Officer Lloyd Melton and Officer Quintin Godley assisted.

Saturday, September 24, 2016
At approximately 9:23 p.m.,Sergeant Thomas Mason responded to a domestic call in the 1200 block of Snead Street.
Aron Stewart, 22, of Gaston, was arrested for violating a domestic violence protection order. He was placed under a domestic hold with an October 12 court date.
Officer William Wheeler assisted.

Monday, September 26, 2016
At approximately 4:45 a.m., Wheeler was conducting a security check near Grant Park Laundry. While conducting the security check, he noticed suspicious activity from a parked car’s brake lights flashing at random times. After approaching the driver and with further investigation, Wheeler arrested Jawan Turner, 23. He was charged with possessing/concealing stolen property and placed under a $2,500 secured bond with an October 19 court date.

Tuesday, September 27, 2016
At approximately 7 p.m., Coles was observing traffic on Highway 158 and noticed the driver of a car driving carelessly.
Coles pulled the car over for further investigation.
Charles Hunter, 46 of Littleton was arrested for driving while license revoked. He has a $500 secured bond and November 18 court date.
Wheeler assisted.

Friday, September 30, 2016
At approximately 9:43 a.m., Melton observed a car swerving across the road and pulled the driver over.
DeAndre Person, 27, of Garysburg, was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated and resisting arrest.
He was released and given a November 28 court date.
Lieutenant Christopher Davis assisted.

Saturday, October 1, 2016
At approximately 12:49 a.m., Coles was working an off duty assignment.
Several customers approached the establishment intoxicated and were denied entry.
One person approached Officer Anthony Thomas and made vicious threats toward him and an employee of the establishment. After being detained, Rodale Daniel, 22, of Pleasant Hill, was arrested for resisting public officer and second-degree trespassing.
He has a $500 secured bond and November 16 court date.

Beautification Committee
Monday, October 17, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. at Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall
Roanoke Rapids City Council (Regular Meeting)
Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at 5:15 p.m. at Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall
Recreation Advisory Committee
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 12:00 noon at T.J. Recreation Center

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
The City of Roanoke Rapids is now accepting applications for the following positions:
Firefighter Applicant Pool (Roanoke Rapids Fire Department): Applications are being accepted to establish an eligibility list (Applicant Pool) from which periodic selections will be made as positions become available:
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Preferred NC Firefighter II
- Must be able to obtain a North Carolina or Virginia Class B driver’s license within
90 days of employment.
- Must have WorkKeys Silver Certificate (or higher) Contact Ellen Grant at Halifax Community College for more information (252) 536-6393.
- Must be of good character, be in good physical condition, and pass drug test.
Previous applicants should contact Kathy A. Kearney, HR Manager at (252) 533-2845 to update your application information
Complete application packets must be submitted to the Human Resources Manager no later than 5:00 pm on Friday – October 21, 2016. Testing will take place at Station #1 on Saturday, October 29, 2016.
Public Works Worker:
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. Must have a valid NC Driver’s License.
Sanitation Worker:
An employee in this position works as a member of a crew led by a Sanitation Equipment Operator in loading and unloading refuse over an established route. Applicant must have a valid NC Driver’s License.
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)

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

She was preceded in death by her parents, James Matthew Sykes and Rosa Bailey Sykes and her husband, Milton Jones Edwards; siblings, Roy James Sykes and wife, Lorine, Bessie S. Dowdle and husband, David, Mary S. Laughhorn and husband, Earlie and Gilbert A. Sykes and wife Dorothy, all of Virginia.

Mrs. Edwards is survived by five children, Joyce A. Edwards of Weldon, NC, James Milton “Jim” Edwards and wife, Betty of Franklin, Virginia, Joan E. Richardson and husband, Ray of Elm City, NC, Jean E. Hux and husband, Phil and Jane E. Holt and husband, Bobby, all of Roanoke Rapids, NC; seven grandchildren, Kevin Richardson, Amy R. Inscoe of Rocky Mount, NC, Heather Etheridge (Jason), Leah Pepper (Brock), Jacob Hux (Jamie), all of Roanoke Rapids, NC, R. Clay Holt of Charlotte, NC and Matthew Hux (Nicole) of Virginia Beach, VA. Twelve great-grandchildren, Madilyn Godwin, Ainsley and Kamdyn Inscoe, Peyton, Avery and Lily Kate Pepper, Allie, Jackson Cole and Emma Etheridge and Layne and Harrison Hux; one sister, Jessie S. Brown of Jarratt, Virginia and a number of nieces, nephews and friends. 

The funeral service, led by The Reverend Dalton Hall and The Reverend Rick Gaskins will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, October 9 at First Baptist Church of Roanoke Rapids where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Interment will follow at 4 p.m. at High Hills Cemetery, Jarratt, Virginia. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to First Baptist Church, 515 Becker Dr, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870 or to High Hills Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 296, Jarratt, Virginia 23867.

The elder Phiips

Captain A.M. Harris of the City County Drug Task Force said this evening Franklin Phipps II, 22, typically frequents areas of the Littleton community around Summit Road.
His father, Franklin Emanuel Phipps, 45, was jailed on $25,000 bond and awaits a November 23 court date.
Harris said the elder Phipps has reportedly been in the cocaine business for years. The task force has had no prior dealings with his son, the captain said.
Halifax County Wes Tripp said in a statement the elder Phipps has been convicted of cocaine counts in the past — in April of 1999 and November of 2001.
A two-month investigation based on citizen complaints and agent information led Agent D.W. McKeel to open a case on the elder Phipps.
Harris said agents noted significant amounts of traffic at the residence at all hours.
Agents and the Hazardous Entry and Arrest Team of the sheriff’s office went to the residence around 2 this afternoon.
Tripp said in the statement during the search of the residence, with the assistance of sheriff’s office Corporal P. Moyer and his dog, Bosco, agents seized cocaine, crack cocaine, marijuana, two handguns, currency and several items of drug paraphernalia which included a digital scale, a container with a false compartment, marijuana grinder and a cigar wrap.
Mckeel arrested and charged the elder Phipps for trafficking in cocaine, felony possession of cocaine, possession with the intent to sell and deliver cocaine, maintaining a dwelling for a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of a firearm by a felon.
Tripp said he was pleased with the operation. “It was a joint effort and shows we are taking steps to make Halifax County safer.”
The younger Phipps faces charges for felony possession of cocaine, possession with the intent to sell and deliver cocaine, possess marijuana up to one-half ounce and possess marijuana paraphernalia.
Agents of the City County Drug Task Force encourage Phipps II to surrender, Tripp said. Anyone with information on his whereabouts may call Halifax County Central Communications at 252 583-1991.

Lewis was born August 21, 1939, in Las Animas, Colorado, to the late James Emmerson Burr and Oline Elmore Burr.

Lewis is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Ann L. Burr, of the home; his children, Cherrie L. Burr of Virginia, Randy Burr of Roanoke Rapids, Timothy Burr of Raleigh, and Alan Burr and his wife, Erin Cayea Burr, of New York; his grandchildren, Ciera Ivey, Caitlin Ivey, Cameron Ivey, Christopher Burr, Carter Burr, and Weston Burr; his brother, Donald Burr, of New York; and his sister, Bonnie Smith, of Ohio. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Joy Phillips.
Lewis touched the lives of family, friends, and associates in countless ways, and he undoubtedly left his mark on this community through his passion for his work, his tireless service, and his love of local athletics. He was loved, respected, and admired by many; he will be missed; and he will be forever in our memories.

Lewis served in the Army, played college football, helped put a man on the moon, and spent 35 years as a small business owner.

He was a Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor and a long-time member of the Roanoke Rapids Rotary Club, the Roanoke Valley Chamber of Commerce, Halifax Horizons, and the North Carolina Society of Surveyors. Above all, he was a devoted husband, loving father, and caring grandfather.
A memorial service to celebrate Lewis’s life will take place at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, October 10, 2016, at Rosemary United Methodist Church with Rev. Steve McElroy. The family will receive friends beginning at 3:00 p.m. in the fellowship hall.
Memorial donations may be made to the Duke Cancer Institute at dukecancerfund.org, and online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com.

2A Northern Carolina Conference

1A Tar Roanoke Conference

1A Two Rivers Conference

NCISAA 8 man 1A Colonial Carolina

Also all the other scheduled JV games today were canceled.

Joey, a native of Roanoke Rapids, was the son of the late Crawford Wingate Britton.

Joey was a welder and pipe fitter at DuPont in Richmond, Virginia. He was a great loyal friend to all he loved riding his Harley-Davidson and playing corn hole.

He is survived by his mother Catherine Floyd Britton or Roanoke Rapids, sister, Linda B. Crawley and her husband, Jarman of Roanoke Rapids, brother Darrell “Bubba” Britton and his girlfriend, Carla Cozort of Roanoke Rapids, his girlfriend, Barbara Jones and her daughter, Tammy DeBerry, her husband Kevin and their sons, Jacob and Gannon; nieces, Amy B. Crawford and her husband, Nathaniel of Roanoke Rapids, Sarah C. Taylor and her husband Joel of Roanoke Rapids and Karen C. Anderson and her husband, Jon of Henderson; one great niece and four great nephews and his canine companion, “Coco”.

Funeral services will be held Monday October 10, 2016 at 11 a.m. in the chapel of askew funeral and cremation services with, Dr Layne Wallace officiating.

Interment will follow in Cedarwood cemetery in Roanoke Rapids.

The family will receive friends Sunday from 3:30 until 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

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

As of this report, Roanoke Rapids Public Works Director Larry Chalker said five trees have fallen, three taking out power or telephone lines.
Chalker said as wind and rain continues, more trees are expected to fall.
Rochelle Pond is rising out of its banks. The department opened the valve at the Rochelle Pond dam two days ago to keep the pond level, Chalker said. A cap designed to keep out trash is doing its job.

Water collects near Park Baptist Church.

In areas particularly hard hit during the flood of 2012, waters were again rising. Those areas around Carolina Avenue are some the lowest in the city. He said the city will log those areas and report the issue to its engineers. “We can come back and evaluate it. We know it’s a low area. Our engineers can look at it.”
Chalker said with the amount of rain there is the further possibility of flooding. “Once the rains stop the water is going to go down.”
Several roads in the county are flooded, said Lieutenant Dennis Coley of the sheriff’s office. “The south end is a royal mess. There’s not a road I’ve been on that’s not covered.”
Coley said he considers Thirteen Bridges Road between Enfield and Scotland Neck impassable. Highway 481 from Interstate 95 and Ward’s Crossroads is under water. “Highway 258 from the Edgecombe County line is dangerous. There is water up and down Ringwood Road.”
Beaverdam and Justice Branch roads have bad spots as does White Fork Road in the Scotland Neck area.
There have been a couple of cars which have hit trees blown down, Coley said.
Coley said his best advice is to stay home until the storm passes. “There’s nothing out here worth coming out to see. We’ve had a couple of people skid off the road. As it get darks you can’t see the water, you can’t see the trees. I’d strongly advise to stay home.”
He also encouraged pet owners to check their animals as there have been reports of animals chained outside. “If the yard’s flooded their dog houses are flooded.”
Sheriff Wes Tripp said there was flooding at Pierce's Crossroads. “If you don’t have to be out, don’t go out.”
In its latest briefing at 5:15 p.m., the National Weather Service said the highest and heaviest winds associated with the storm should move east of Interstate 95 by midnight.
Widespread flash and areal flooding will continue this evening and tonight.

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Highway 903 approaching the Martin County line in the Scotland Neck area collapsed from heavy rains associated with the storm. It is not immediately clear how long it will take to repair the roadway, Sheriff Wes Tripp said.
Throughout the storm, between 20 to 25 people had to be rescued after driving their vehicles into floodwaters.
An electric cooperative truck washed away, said Lieutenant Dennis Coley of the sheriff’s office, but there were no serious injuries.
A woman on Highway 125 clung to either her car or a tree for three hours as water reached chin level before she was rescued, Coley said.
Highway 258 South just outside Scotland Neck was impassable as of this report. Coley made the decision to close Thirteen Bridges Road as water continued rushing across the roadway.
On Highway 481 near KOA, an abandoned car was inundated but its owner was safe.
Throughout the ordeal, there were no reports of lives lost or serious injury.
At the shelter at the Scotland Neck Senior Center, 11 people stayed, a volunteer said. One was a nurse who had been on her way to work.
A total of nine people stayed at the shelter at Inborden School in Enfield, county social services Director Norma Merriman said. “We had four people who nearly drowned but were rescued.”
Tripp said the county was still taking assessment of damage to bridges and roads. Silvertown Road was flooded, he said, Highway 903 near Dog Pound Road outside Halifax was flooded but passable. Johnne Johnson Road in the Hollister area was believed to be washed out. “The county manager is assembling a disaster team.”
Tripp said Matthew’s destructive nature was similar to that of Floyd in 1999.
He praised first responders who helped rescue the many people stranded. “It’s a certain person who is called to law enforcement or becoming a first responder in the line of duty. It’s a passion to serve and help others.”
The only known property damage in the county, Tripp said, was on Adcock Road near the Nash County line where a tree fell on a house.
Northampton County Sheriff Jack Smith said the county was spared major damage. “I think we’re looking pretty good. There’s between six to 10 road closings. We had no deaths and only minor injuries.”
While there were some homes flooded, the immediate extent was not clearly known. He planned to assess the county later today with EMS.
Roanoke Rapids was spared serious damage, public works Director Larry Chalker said.
Several roads were closed late Saturday night and into this morning, he said.
There are trees still falling, Chalker said. “We had crews out until 4:30 this morning cutting and removing trees.”
One of the major areas of concern, Rochelle Pond, “Performed exactly as expected in controlling rising waters and releasing them in a controlled manner.”
In the neighborhoods which were inundated in 2012 flooding, work done in those areas staved off further problems.
Chalker said the storm did exactly what the National Weather Service predicted it to do. “They predicted increased wind and rain.”

Cornerstone delayed until 10:30 a.m.
Gaston College Prep is on a two-hour delay.
Halifax Academy closed.
Halifax County School closed.
Hobgood Academy is closed.
KIPP Halifax delayed two hours.
Northeast Academy is closed.
Northampton County Schools closed Optional workday.
Rural Health Group delayed until 10 a.m.
Weldon City Schools is on a two-hour delay.

In all of the rescue calls, there were no lives lost and no reports of serious injuries.
“We responded to three different locations,” said Marc Collier, commander of Roanoke Valley Rescue Squad.
The rescue squad, using boats in all but one of the calls, began its efforts by removing eight people from Meadowbrook Mobile Home Park with assistance from the Roanoke Rapids Fire Department.
Then the squad responded to the Highway 125 area on the outskirts of Halifax to a call of a stranded motorist as roads throughout the county were becoming impassable. “They were literally grasping on top of the vehicle,” Collier said of the victim.
The squad, which is certified in swiftwater rescue, deployed a team in boats to rescue the person.
At Highway 903 outside Scotland Neck, where the highway collapsed, squad members responded to a call where a power company pickup went into the water. Two bucket trucks had safely passed before the highway crumbled. “The road immediately washed out. They were stranded in the middle of the creek standing on the roof.”
While the squad was unable to launch a boat, members of the team gave the stranded power company employees life vests, tied a line to a tree and swam out to them.
For Collier, the efforts were all part of the training the squad and the other responding agencies receive. “You know all the training comes in handy. It was probably the worst flooding I’ve seen in awhile.”
Throughout the ordeals, Roanoke Valley received assistance from Roanoke Rapids, Scotland Neck and Enfield. “It tells you their dedication,” Collier said. “I can’t say enough about them. To be in the dangerous situations they were in, I can’t say enough for their dedication. The ones pulled out were grateful. Several couldn’t swim.”
Collier said the majority of fatalities in areas struck hard by Matthew were from vehicles being pushed off the roadways.”
In Enfield, police Chief Tyree Davis said the first call received was on South Dennis Street where a person was standing on top of their vehicle. “The Enfield Fire Department came out and brought their boat. The crews secured the boat with rope and myself and EMS met them out in the water.”
The victim declined medical treatment and was taken to a residence in town. “I think it’s a time when their experience and training comes to the forefront,” Davis said.
Throughout the storm, Enfield fire Chief Ronnie Locke said his department had five or six water rescues by boat and then helped people get out of an apartment. “One of the cars washed right off the road and into the woods. They were hanging on. Another vehicle stalled and they were hanging on to trees.”
There were some areas Enfield couldn’t get to and Halifax and Darlington responded. Locke estimated the number of rescues throughout the county to be as high as 22.
“Fire service, law enforcement and EMS, we have a lot of great relationships,” said Halifax Fire and Rescue Chief Ed Johnson. “They’re always willing to help and respond to everything they can.”
On Justice Branch Road, Johnson said Halifax responded to a vehicle washed out with three people on the roof. “We removed them from harm and found another on one of the bridges. We got her out of the vehicle.”
Johnson said Halifax rescued six people and assisted Darlington in rescuing three more.
Halifax County Sheriff Wes Tripp said he was proud of all the agencies throughout the county. “Roanoke Valley Rescue Squad has been part of the landscape for years and provides a very valuable service to the county.”
Tripp said agencies like Roanoke Valley and the fire departments, “Says how precious volunteers are. These volunteer firefighters get called at all hours of the night and provide a valuable service. I’ve always had respect for the firefighters. When they are called they don’t know what they are getting into. It’s very dangerous and I respect what they do.”

Saturday, October 8, 2016
At approximately 11:18 a.m., Master Officer R. Ball conducted an investigative traffic stop of a 2005 white Buick operated by Darnell Joyner, 38, of Conway.
Joyner was cited for driving while license revoked. Officer J. Hardy, who assisted Ball, found the rear passenger, Curtis Graham, 32, of Roanoke Rapids, in possession of marijuana. He cited and charged with simple possession and released. Both have November 13 court dates.

Sunday, October 9, 2016

At approximately 5:30 p.m., Officer H. Grimes responded to the 900 block of Cedar Street on a domestic call.
Grimes arrested Deshawn Shantee Williams, 29, of Scotland Neck, with disorderly conduct by abusive language. He was placed in the Halifax County jail under a $500 bond with a court date of November 4.

At approximately 10:03 p.m., Officer O. Wiltsie responded to 1414 Johnston Street.
Upon his arrival he discovered that a tow truck had attempted to make a repo.
He observed a car blocking the tow truck in and another car that had driven up striking the tow truck causing approximately $1, 200 worth of damage to the tow truck.
Wiltsie cited Dick Cooper, 21, of Martinsburg, West Virginia, with damage to property. He has a court date of December 9.

The Jackets at one point had a 3-1 lead, but Southern Vance forced overtime with a 3-3 tie at the end of regulation. The Jacket won 4-3 in overtime.

All four Roanoke Rapids goals were by Carson Neal with three assisted by Emerson Escobar.

Thomas Merritt had 22 saves in goal.

Roanoke Rapids head coach Craig Jean post match comments, "We came out very sluggish. We had a stretch where we scored 3 quick goals and looked good. We didn't finish them off when we had the chance and they slowly climbed back into the game. #11 for Southern Vance is a great player. He is one of if not the top scorers in our conference and I definitely see why. Gray Draper did a very good job marking him. I am proud of how he stepped up tonight. Thomas Merritt made save after save including one with 3 seconds left in the final 10 minute overtime. Southern Vance's goal keeper did a great job as well. We had a lot of point blank shots that we didn't finish. Carson Neal getting 4 goals including the game winning penalty kick- keeping his made PK streak going- was one of the biggest moments of his career so far. Emerson Escobar worked extremely hard and took a physical beating while doing so, but continued to create scoring chances. I am proud of how this group has continued to battle back and win games. That's how this group of kids has turned last year's 5-15 season into a 13-2 season so far. These players care about each other, have a lot of heart and will to win."