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Jackets sweep Raiders in Henderson

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Jackets sweep Raiders in Henderson

The Roanoke Rapids Yellow Jackets basketball teams traveled to Henderson Thursday night to battle Southern Vance Raiders on the court.

Roanoke Rapids won all three match-ups of the night.

 

Roanoke Rapids JV boy beat Southern Vance 65-41.

Roanoke Rapids Stats:

Brown scored 19 points

Mitchell scored 15 points

Robinson scored 11 points

Neville scored 8points

Roanoke Rapids JV boys ar 8-2 overall and 3-0 in Conference play

 

 

Roanoke Rapids Varsity girls beat Southern Vance 70-35.

Roanoke Rapids Stats:

Anna Vann scored 21 points

Michelle Stewart scored 11 points

Haley Farrow scored 8 points

Abbi Carpenter scored 4 points

Taylor Medlin scored 10 points

Alizae Neville scored 14 points

Reauna Robinson scored 2 points

Roanoke Rapids Varsity girls are 9-6 overall and 6-1 in Conference play

 

 

 

Roanoke Rapids Varsity boys beat Southern Vance 90-74.

Roanoke Rapids Stats:

Tyjarek Simmons scored 13 points

Tyler Acree scored 12 points

Vann scored 2 points

Semaj Smith scored 15 points

Paul Whitby scored 6 points

Zach Vincent scored 13 points

KJ Faulcon scored 7 points

T. Kearney scored 19 points

Barnes scored 2 points

TJ Scott scored 1 point

Roanoke Rapids Varsity boys are 15-3 overall and 5-2 in Conference play.

 

Post game comments from Roanoke Rapids head coach Tyler Snyder,"This was our best game. Everyone played well and everyone contributed. When you have guys stepping up for others, it makes for a fun game to coach as I'm sure they all enjoyed playing."

 

 

 

The Roanoke Rapids High school Remaining Basketball schedule: 

Friday 1/27 South Granville Home 4:30

Tuesday 1/31 Bunn Home 4:30

Wednesday 2/1 Warren County Home 4:30 

Friday 2/3 Southern Vance Home 4:30

Tuesday 2/7 Franklinton Home 4:30

Wednesday 2/8 Bunn Away 4:30

Friday 2/10 Warren County Away 4:30


NEA falls at home to Community Christian

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NEA falls at home to Community Christian

Northeast Academy varsity basketball teams fall at home Thursday night to Community Christian.

Varsity Girls

NEA   7   9   12   12   40    NEA Stats: Haley Jilcott 2, Addie Piper 7, Haven Jilcott 6, Kierstyn Polson 12, Carson Johnson 13

CCS  17  9   16   12   54    Community Christain Stats:  Ashely Hartsfield 15

 

 

Varsity Boys

NEA   7   6   9   8   30    NEA Stats:  Justin Jones 6, Dylan Edwards 1, L J Barnes 12, Josh Byrd 6, Cole Rose 3

CCS 16  22  23 11  72    Community Christian Stats:  Mike Haney 16

 

NEA next game will be tonight Friday at NEA against TCCS


Monday January 30th NEA will play Albemarle at NEA

Tuesday January 31st NEA will be at Hobgood.  Game time for Hobgood will be 5 PM, they do not have a Varsity girls team.

Thursday Feb. 2 Senior Night at NEA against Faith Christian.

TIC tournament will start Monday Feb. 6  at TCCS.

Weldon Middle boys beat GCP

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Weldon Middle boys beat GCP
Weldon Middle basketball teams played Gaston College Prep Thursday. 

Weldon vs Gaston College Prep girls - No info reported

 

Weldon Middle boys beat Gaston College Prep. 64-14.

Weldon Stats:

Quentin Richardson 29 points 4 turnovers 4 assist 2 steals

Jaheem Parker 10 points 12 Rebounds 8 steals 2 assist 

Demejai Brickell 6 points 1 turnover 4 assist

Jaquan Manley 4 points 1 rebound 5 steals

Andre Stewart 7 points 4 rebounds

Tony Garner 5 points 1 rebound 1 steal

Semjai 2 points 7 rebounds

Conye Davis 2 points 1 rebound

Kevonte Holley 2 blocks 2 rebounds 1 steal

RRPD blotter: January 20-26, 2017

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RRPD blotter: January 20-26, 2017

The Roanoke Rapids Police Department reported the following, according to Deputy Chief Andy Jackson and Chief Chuck Hasty:

Friday, January 20, 2017

At 9:30 p.m., Officer S. Blythe responded to the 1900 block of Roanoke Avenue and attempted to serve a warrant on Tyrone Perry, 45.
Perry started assaulting Blythe and other officers arrived on scene.
He was placed in custody and charged with two counts communicating threats, two counts resist, delay and obstruct and two counts assault on an officer inflicting physical injury.
He was placed in the Halifax County Jail on $20,000 bond.

Saturday, January 21, 2017

At 1:46 a.m., Master Officer R. Ball responded to a call in the 300 block of Monroe Street about possible drug activity.
Upon further investigation Ball arrested Jovonte Jacqeus Boone, 25, of 313 Monroe Street, after finding marijuana as well as some cocaine at the residence.
Ball charged Boone with possession of schedule II, possession of schedule VI, maintaining a dwelling for a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.
He was placed in the Halifax County Jail on $2,000 secured bond.

At 1:57 a.m., officers responded to the 1000 block of Rapids Street for a domestic disturbance between family members.
The victim in this case apparently received severe injuries as a result of an assault.
Officer A. Green charged 19-year-old Jamie Williford with assault inflicting serious injury and he was placed in the Halifax County Jail on $10,000 bond.
Stamey Ray Williford, 46, was charged with assault inflicting serious injury and false imprisonment.
He was placed in jail on $15,000 bond.
They have February 1 court dates.

At 1:48 a.m., Officer H. Grimes conducted a traffic stop near East Tenth Street.
Grimes observed an open container during the traffic stop and charged Tamyra Monese Anderson, 19, of Halifax, with disorderly conduct and possession of an open container in the passenger area of a car.
She was placed in the Halifax County Jail with a $750 bond and January 24 court date.
Sacora Squire, 20, of Garysburg, was cited for an open container and released with the same court date as Anderson.

Monday January 23, 2017

Kimothy Lay-Tay Parker, 28, of Roanoke Rapids was arrested at approximately 9:30 a.m. by Officer G. Colson on outstanding warrants for cruelty to animals.
Parker received a $1,000 bond and February 17 court date.
The charges stem from an investigation by Animal Control Officer P. Wilson on January 17.
Wilson and Officer O. Wiltsie responded to a residence in the 500 block of Hinson Street about a dead dog inside.
During the investigation Wilson obtained warrants for Parker and Gregory Stephon Banks Jr., 27, of Roanoke Rapids, for cruelty to animals.
Banks has not been arrested at this time, but is encouraged to turn himself in to take care of this matter.
Anyone with information on Banks is encouraged to call the police department at 252-533-2810 or Crimestoppers at 252-583-4444.
Ball assisted.

Jamaal Yubonda Benjamin, 38, of Roanoke Rapids, was arrested and charged at approximately 12:15 p.m. for larceny and possession of stolen goods.
He received a $500 bond and February 3 court date.
Officer J. Mason responded to Walmart about a larceny and learned from loss prevention Benjamin allegedly consumed products while inside the store without paying.
Officer N. Velazquez assisted.

Tuesday January 24, 2017

Garree Cordell Carr, 29, of Roanoke Rapids, was arrested and charged at approximately 1 p.m. for larceny and possession of stolen goods.
He received a $500 bond and February 10 court date.

Antonio Lamont Baker, 35, of Roanoke Rapids, was arrested at approximately 1 p.m. on outstanding warrants for breaking/entering, larceny after breaking/entering and possession of stolen goods.
He received a $3,000 bond and February 1 court date.
Mason responded to Tractor Supply about a larceny and learned from store staff Carr allegedly took items.
Baker, who was with Carr, had outstanding warrants from an investigation by Detective R. Brown with the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office.
Ball, Velazquez and Colson assisted.

Kenneth Alan Langrehr, 50, of Roanoke Rapids, was arrested and charged at approximately 4:45 p.m. with shoplifting — concealment of goods.
Langrehr received a $700 bond and February 10 court date.
Mason responded to Walmart about a larceny and learned from loss prevention Langrehr allegedly concealed products while inside the store.
Ball assisted.

Wednesday January 25, 2017

Jalik Jaquan Fields, 16, of Roanoke Rapids, was arrested and charged at approximately 2 p.m. with carrying a concealed weapon and possession of marijuana.
Fields received a $500 bond and February 10 court date.
Officer C. Dixon responded to a disturbance near Eighth and Rapids streets and found Fields in possession of a gun and narcotics.

Andrew Scott Newton, 41, of Mecklenburg, Virginia, was arrested on outstanding warrants at approximately 5:30 p.m. by Velazquez for breaking/entering of motor vehicle, larceny of a firearm and larceny.
He received a $10,000 bond and February 15 court date.
The charges stem from an investigation by Detective R.B. Biggerstaff of the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office.

Thursday January 26, 2017

Antonique Le’Chan Davis, 21, of Roanoke Rapids, was arrested and charged by Lieutenant C.L. Vaught after she surrendered for obtaining property by false pretense and possession of stolen goods.
She received a $2,000 bond and February 1 court date.
The charges stem from a report filed on January 3 where the victim alleged Davis tricked the victim into signing paperwork for a vehicle.

Dennis Lee Junior Sesson, 26, of Roanoke Rapids, was arrested and charged at approximately 2 p.m. after surrendering to Investigator J.K. Davis for identity theft.
He received a $6,000 bond and February 1 court date.
The charges stem from a report filed last October where the victim reported their credit card was used without authorization.

Monique Danielle Britt, 39, of Roanoke Rapids, was cited for larceny and possession of stolen goods.
She was released until her March 10 court date.
Mason responded to Walmart about a larceny and learned from loss prevention Britt allegedly took items.

Ginger Daugherty Tripp, 36, of Roanoke Rapids, was arrested and charged at approximately 10 p.m. for driving while impaired.
She was released until her February 27 court date.
Lieutenant J. Baggett responded to Tenth Street near Park Avenue about a suspicious vehicle parked in front of a business.
Baggett found Tripp behind the wheel impaired.

 

Kenneth Edward Brantley

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Kenneth Edward Brantley

Kenneth Edward Brantley, 88, of Highway 158, Roanoke Rapids passed away Thursday, January 26, 2017 at his home.

Mr. Brantley was born May 3, 1928 in Nash County to the late Edwin Brantley and Addie Carter Brantley. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Elgie Lewis Brantley; his grandson, Franklin Brantley Parrott; and his brothers and sisters.

Mr. Brantley was a longtime member, deacon and Sunday School Teacher at Bethlehem Baptist Church. He moved to Roanoke Rapids in 1956. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, served in the US Army in Korea. He graduated from NC State, ECU and NC Central University. Mr. Brantley was an agriculture teacher, Vocational Director and retired as Superintendent of Halifax County Schools. He also served his community as a Halifax County Commissioner, a Trustee on the Halifax Community College Board of Trustees, a director on the Board of WEZU Radio Station, a member of the Upper Coastal Plain Board, the Soil and Water Conservation District, longtime member of the Davie Lion’s Club and just recently had joined the Roanoke Rapids Lion’s Club. Mr. Brantley also was a longtime devoted member of The Gideon’s International spreading the word of God.

He is survived by his daughter, Joanne Parrott of Roanoke Rapids; his grandson, K.C. Parrott (Caitlin); his sister-in-law, Alice Brantley and her son Neil Brantley (Priscilla) and Ethlynd Hibbs and family; his brother-in-law, Alvin Earl Lewis and family; his nephew, Jeff Pinno (Eula) and family; his nieces, Janie Baker (Kenny) and Janette Murray (David) and their families.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M. Monday, January 30, 2017 in the chapel of Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service with Rev. James Jenkins officiating.

Burial will follow at Bethlehem Baptist Church.

The family will receive friends Sunday, January 29, 2017 from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. at Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service.

Memorials may be made to Gideon’s International, PO Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214-0800 or NC Lions, Inc., PO Box 39, Sherrill’s Ford, NC 28673.

January 29, 2017

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January 29, 2017
J. 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 Library Assistant (RR Public Library). An employee in this position will perform various duties at the Roanoke Rapids Public Library. Good interpersonal skills and excellent customer service skills are a MUST. Applicants must be available to work flexible schedule including days, nights and Saturdays. Approximately 10-17 hours total per week.

Police Officer (Roanoke Rapids Police Department): An employee in this class performs a full range of general law enforcement duties to protect life and property in the City. Basic Law Enforcement Training is preferred but not required. Previous applicants should contact Kathy A. Kearney, HR Manager, to update their information at (252) 533-2845.

Part-Time Building Supervisor in the Recreation Department. 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.

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

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that the Roanoke Rapids City Council will hold a public hearing Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at 5:15 p.m. at the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall located at 700 Jackson Street, Roanoke Rapids, NC to hear the following items:

1. A Zoning Map Amendment (rezoning) request from Kay Matkins Burgwyn (applicant and property owner) to rezone an undeveloped parcel located between 1000 and 1020 Marshall Street from R-8 to B-4, Commercial District. The property is identified as Halifax County parcel 0905621 with an area of approximately 7,000 square feet. The requested B-4 district allows the widest range of commercial uses.

Any resident or property owner in the city’s zoning jurisdiction may submit written statements concerning this matter. Please include your name and address on all written statements and submit to City Clerk Traci Storey at least two business days prior to the City Council meeting (deadline of 12 p.m. Thursday, February 2, 2017). After this deadline, citizens are encouraged to attend the public hearing to present comments.

Related information is available for public inspection in the Planning and Development office at the J. Reuben Daniel City Hall, 1040 Roanoke Avenue. Any persons, firms, organizations or corporations interested in this matter are urged to attend the meeting.

The City of Roanoke Rapids will provide reasonable accommodations and services for any qualified disabled person interested in attending the meeting. To request the above you may call the Planning and Development Office at (252) 533-2844 no later than three (3) days prior to the date of the meeting.

BRIEFS

LIBRARY WILL CLOSE FOR MAINTENANCE Friday, January 27th at 4 p.m., all day Saturday, January 28th and Monday, January 30th.

SOUP & SANDWICH DINNER Thursday, February 2nd, 5-7 pm at Kirkwood Adams Community Center. Cost $5.

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

Lady Jackets win, boys fall in conference game

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Lady Jackets win, boys fall in conference game

The Roanoke Rapids Yellow Jackets basketball teams hosted the South Granville Vikings in the "Hive" Friday night.

Roanoke Rapids JV boy beat South Granville 56-42.

Roanoke Rapids Stats:

AJ Brown scored 12 points

Damon Mitchell scored 13 points

Isaiah Robinson scored 11 points

Jack Neville scored 10 points

Ethan Vincent scored 6 points

Peyton Clapton scored 4 points

Roanoke Rapids JV boys are 9-2 overall and 4-0 in Conference play

 

 

Roanoke Rapids Varsity girls beat South Granville 63-39.

Roanoke Rapids Stats:

Anna Vann scored 21 points

Michelle Stewart scored 17 points

Haley Farrow scored 4 points

Abbi Carpenter scored 5 points

Taylor Medlin scored 1 point

Alizae Neville scored 15 points

Roanoke Rapids Varsity girls are 10-6 overall and 7-1 in Conference play

 

 

 

Roanoke Rapids Varsity boys lost to South Granville 50-65.

Roanoke Rapids Stats:

Tyjarek Simmons scored 15 points

Quincy Vann scored 3 points

Semaj Smith scored 8 points

Paul Whitby scored 4 points

KJ Faulcon scored 4 points

T. Kearney scored 12 points

TJ Scott scored 4 point

Roanoke Rapids Varsity boys are 15-4 overall and 5-3 in Conference play.

 

Post game comments from Roanoke Rapids head coach Tyler Snyder,"I thought we played well against them in the first half. We forced some shots and missed some free throws but only down 4 at half I felt good. We were a complete different team in the 3rd quarter and they capitalized on our mistakes to take control ofthe game. You can't those mistakes against a good team. Our next game is Tuesday, which is home against Bunn and it is our Black Out Night."

 

A limited number of Black t-shirts for Tuesday's (Black Out shirt night) Bunn game can be purchased with a game ticket for $15 by contacting coach Tyler Snyder and also a limited number of white t-shirts for Friday's (White Out shirt night) Southern Vance game can be purchased for $15 for shirt and game ticket.

 

 

The Roanoke Rapids High school Remaining Basketball schedule: 

Tuesday 1/31 Bunn Home 4:30

Wednesday 2/1 Warren County Home 4:30 

Friday 2/3 Southern Vance Home 4:30

Tuesday 2/7 Franklinton Home 4:30

Wednesday 2/8 Bunn Away 4:30

Friday 2/10 Warren County Away 4:30

Halifax basketball traveled to Faith Christian

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Halifax basketball traveled to Faith Christian

The Halifax Academy basketball teams traveled to Rocky Mount to battle Faith Christian Friday night.

The JV Lady Vikings fell to Faith Christian.

Halifax Stats:

Kayla Gaertner scored 8 points; 2 rebounds

Kallie Barnes scored 4 points; 2 rebounds

Ella Howell scored 3 points; 1 rebound

Megan Cobb scored 2 points; 4 rebounds

Natalie Watts scored 1 point

Maria Liles 3 rebounds

Macie Price 1 rebound 

 

 

 

JV boys info reported

 

 

 

Halifax Varsity Lady Vikings beat Faith Christian 54-33.

Halifax Lady Vikings (16-1) Stats:

Emerson Poole scored 24 points

Candice Smith scored 9 points

Drew Rose scored 4 points

Jordan Strickland scored 2 points

Maddie Suiter scored 4 points

Ashton Garner scored 4 points

Ashlynn Liles scored 2 points

Kate Starnes scored 5 points

 

 

 

Halifax Academy Varsity boys lost to Faith Christian 65-72

 

Halifax Vikings (13-3) Stats:

Jackson Harris scored 21 points

Eric Williams scored 11 points

Jarrett Smith scored 8 points

Donovyn Gary scored 6 points

Larry West scored 3 points

Reid Lynch scored 7 points

Kal Liles scored 9 points


Beth Gray-Robertson

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Beth Gray-Robertson, 62, of Roanoke Rapids, passed away Friday, January 27, 2017 at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill.

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

Child bitten by dog at Ledgerwood playground

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Child bitten by dog at Ledgerwood playground

A child was bitten by a dog at the Ledgerwood Field playground and required hospitalization, the Roanoke Rapids Police Department confirmed this afternoon.

Chief Chuck Hasty said the call came in as a dog running at large around 4:45 p.m.
When Officer D. Daniels arrived, Hasty said the officer observed the dog attacking the child.
The dog was aggressive and was shot, Hasty said.
The child was bitten on the extremities. A condition was not immediately available.
Police and city Animal Control Officer Pete Wilson are investigating to determine ownership and whether charges will be filed.

Davie and Weldon Middle split in Saturday's game

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Davie and Weldon Middle split in Saturday's game

William R. Davie Middle played a make-up basketball game against Weldon Middle this past Saturday.

William R. Davie Lady Vikings beat the Weldon Lady Chargers 38-24.

Weldon Stats:

Taniyah Washington scored 18 points and had 10 rebounds

Dasia Kimble scored 2 points and had 5 rebounds

Nakia Parker scored 2 points and had 3 rebounds

 

 

 

Weldon ChargerBoys beat William R. Davie 64-33.

Weldon Stats:

Quentin Richardson scored 29 points,  6 steals, 2 rebounds, 2 turnovers, 1 assist

Jaheem Parker scored 18 points, 11 rebounds, 1 turnover, 3 steals

Demejai Brickell scored 5 points, 2 assist, 3 steals

Jaquan Manley scored 2 points, 5 steals, 1 rebound, 

Andre Stewart scored 2 points, 4 rebounds, 

Tony Garner scored 2 points 1 steal

Carlon Pitchford scored 2 points 

Semejai Harris scored 4 points, 7 rebounds, 1 steal

 

 

 

Unofficial RMSAA Basketball Standings

GIRLS:

  1. Davie  8-0
  2. Chaloner  7-3
  3. RMP  5-3
  4. Weldon  4-5
  5. Gaston   3-5 
  6. GCP   3-5   
  7. Enfield   2-6
  8. Conway 2-8
BOYS:
  1. Weldon  9-1
  2. Chaloner  9-1
  3. Davie  5-3
  4. Enfield  5-3
  5. RMP    3-5 
  6. Conway  2-8
  7. Gaston  1-7
  8. GCP  1-7

Enfield seeks man wanted in Jan. 18 robbery

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Enfield seeks man wanted in Jan. 18 robbery

The Enfield Police Department is looking for a man who earlier this month allegedly robbed a victim at gunpoint, taking his wallet, cell phone and jewelry.

Marshall Judarrell

Chief Tyree Davis said Judarrell Cortayvious Marshall, 24, of Enfield, tends to frequent the Whitakers, Battleboro and Rocky Mount areas and should be considered armed and dangerous.
The robbery occurred around 8 p.m. on January 18 and the victim notified the police department, filing a report with Sergeant Christopher Exum he was robbed near Carriage House Lane.
Marshall fled the area after the robbery.
Enfield police have filed warrants for his arrest on counts of robbery with a dangerous weapon; possession of firearm by felon; and communicating threats.
Davis said Marshall was familiar with the victim.
Anyone with information is encouraged to call 911 or Crimestoppers at 252-583-4444.
All information received will remain anonymous.

RRPD blotter: January 27-29, 2017

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RRPD blotter: January 27-29, 2017

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

Friday January 27, 2017

Jessica Sue Pittman and Callie Michelle Tanner, both 23 and both of Roanoke Rapids, were cited at approximately 3 p.m. for larceny and possession of stolen goods.
Both were released until their February 24 court dates.
Officer J. Spragins responded to Walmart about a larceny and learned from loss prevention they allegedly took items.

Reginald Lucas, 56, of Roanoke Rapids, was arrested and charged at approximately 8:30 p.m. for driving while impaired.
Lucas was released to a responsible party until his February 27 court date.
Officer O. Wiltsie responded to a single-vehicle crash near Highway 158 and Virginia Avenue and determined during the investigation Lucas was impaired.
Sergeant M. Moseley and Officer S. Blythe assisted.

Sunday January 29, 2017

Stephanie Moore, 52, of Roanoke Rapids, was arrested and charged at approximately 3 a.m. for driving while impaired and speeding.
Moore was released to a responsible party until her February 27 court date.
Moseley conducted a traffic stop for a violation on Highway 158 near Georgia Avenue and determined Moore was impaired.

Ricky Lee Wilson Clements, 28, of Roanoke Rapids, was arrested and charged at approximately 5:15 p.m. for larceny, possession of stolen goods and trespassing.
Clements received a $500 bond and February 24 court date.
Spragins responded to Walmart about a larceny where loss prevention reported Clements allegedly took items.
He had been banned from Walmart in the past for other matters.
Officer J. Mason assisted.

MSOD hosting ECU dance intensive

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MSOD hosting ECU dance intensive

The Rock Myrick School of Dance/Valley Cheer will host it's ECU Dance Intensive Saturday February 11th 2017 from 9am-2pm.

This camp is open to the public, if you bring 3 friends you can receive $15 off your dance intensive fee. The cost is $105 and we would love to have anyone join us. It is going to be a fun day with lots of different styles of dance.

Classes will be every hour and include:
ECU Dance Team (teaching dance routine and get poster with dance team autographs)
Molly Williams Master Choreographer (lyrical and modern)
Delaney Clark from Physical Grafeeti (hip hop)
Rachel Rightmyer DYWRV and platinum dance award winner (leap and turn technique)


Sign up at The Rock 539 Becker Drive or email us rvdanceandcheer@gmail.com

John Albert Williams

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John Albert Williams age 66, of Harrellsville, NC passed away Sunday, January 29, 2017 at Life Care Hospital in Rocky Mount, NC.

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John was born May 1, 1950 in Hertford County, NC.

He was preceded in death by his mother Harriet W. Williams and his first wife, Mary Williams.
He is survived by his wife, Paula L. Williams. His father, Albert Williams. His step son, Jeffery Small and his wife Katie, his step granddaughter, Amelia Small. His sister, Nancy Williams.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at 2:00 PM at Holly Springs Baptist Church with Rev. Gilbert Crawford officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery in Colerain, NC.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, January 31, 2017 from 6:00 until 8:00 PM at Massey Funeral Home in Aulander, NC.
Memorial contributions may be made to Holly Springs Baptist Church Building Fund.
Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.haroldmasseyfuneralhome.com


Louis J. Cardamone

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Louis J. Cardamone, 91, of Richmond Road, Henrico passed away Saturday, January28, 2017 at Signature Healthcare.

Louis was born October 28, 1925 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Joseph Cardamone and Concetta Angotti Cardamone.

Louis worked for the Nassau County police for 20 years. He served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II. He was a loving Husband, Father and Grandfather.

He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Margaret Cardamone of Henrico; daughter Grace Hensinger and her husband William of Palmyra, PA; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

A Memorial Mass honoring the life of Louis Cardamone will be held 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Father Pius Wekesa officiating.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to America’s National WWII Museum, National Processing Center, PO Box 97336, Washington, DC 20090-7336, WWII museum website: nationalww2museum.org.

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

Mrs. Etta Paulette Walters Bishop

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Mrs. Etta Paulette Walters Bishop died Saturday, January 28.

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She was 70 years old.
A lifelong native of the Roanoke Valley, Etta was born in Halifax County to the late Jack Walters and Lula McDonald Walters. Etta was a retired seamstress and a loving Mother to many in the community. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Kimberlyn Bishop.
Mrs. Bishop is survived by a son; Roy Travis Bishop, Daughters; Windy Bishop Shaw of Littleton, Michelle Bishop Liles of Henrico, and Shaun Necole Bishop Pickard (James) of Spring Hill, Florida, originally from Roanoke Rapids. Brothers; Durwood Walters of Littleton and Doug Walters of Roanoke Rapids. Sister Barbara Jean Daughtry of Lasker. Grandchildren; Micheal Travis Gay, William Joseph Shaw, Shanna Sheree Radford, Myah Michelle Pearson, Codie Chase Lassiter, Dustin Gordon, Darian Liles, Cole McGwire Pickard, Peyton Oneal Pickard and three Great Grandchildren.
Graveside Services will be held Wednesday, February 1st, at 2:00 P.M. at Cedarwood Cemetery with Dr. Dennis Gregory officiating. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Wrenn, Clarke and Hagan Funeral and Cremation Service. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.wrennclarkehagan.com.

Rebecca Anne Etheridge Barnes

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Rebecca Anne Etheridge Barnes, 87, of Weldon, NC, died Saturday, January 28, 2017.

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Anne was born Nov. 4, 1929 in Edgecombe County, NC, daughter of the late Claude Etheridge and Grezelle Baldwin Etheridge.
Anne was a graduate of Atlantic Christian College and taught school in Wayne County. She moved with her husband to Guatemala in 1953 where their son, Carey, Jr. was born. In 1956 they were transferred to Venezuela with British American Tobacco Company where their son, Claude, was born. They moved back to NC in 1979.
Anne was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Roanoke Rapids. She was loved by all who knew her.
She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Carey N. “Red” Barnes; Carey N. Barnes, Jr., of Weldon, Claude E. Barnes, of Salemburg ,NC; sisters, Hallie Wannamaker, of Clemson, SC, Sadie Ward and her husband, Marvin, of Roanoke Rapids.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Wednesday, February 1, 2017, at First Presbyterian Church, Roanoke Rapids, with Rev. Joseph Sandoval officiating. Burial will follow in Cedarwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends in the Loy Building of First Presbyterian Church from 10:00 am until time of service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Assn, Western Carolina Chapter, 3800 Shamrock Dr, Charlotte,NC 28215, or the First Presbyterian Church, 16 E. 5th St, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870.
Arrangements are in the care of Wrenn, Clarke, & Hagan Funeral and Cremation Service.
Online condolences may be made to www.wrennclarkehagan.com

Police seek info on sexual battery case

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Police seek info on sexual battery case

The Roanoke Rapids Police Department is currently investigating a case involving sexual battery which occurred last Monday around 10:30 p.m. inside a business.

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Chief Chuck Hasty said the man pictured in the photos reportedly touched another customer in an inappropriate and unwanted manner.
Anyone with information is encouraged to call the police department at 252-533-2810; Investigator G. Williams at 252-533-2821 or Crimestoppers at 252-583-4444.

TD Sports Mini-Mites regular season champions

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TD Sports Mini-Mites regular season champions

TD Sports sponsored team were recently crowned the 2016-17 Roanoke Rapids Parks and Recreation regular season Champions in the Mini Mites League at TJ Davis recreation Center.

Front row: Stephanie Mason, Alexis Bybee, Janaya Knight, Emily Clay, Skylar Bowen.

Back row: Assistant Coach Paul Daniel, Assistant Coach Logan Abram, Jacey Carlisle, Amanda Daniel, Assistant Coach Buhda Daniel and Head Coach Marty Jones.

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