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Four challengers seek three county commissioner seats
Four challengers will square off against three incumbent Halifax County commissioners in the May 8 Democratic Primary. Rebecca Copeland of Enfield became the fourth challenger to enter the race on the...
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Weldon Lady Chargers headed to Final Four
The Weldon High Lady Chargers beat Northampton County Lady Jaguars Tuesday night in the fourth round of the 1A NCHSAA State Basketball Championship. The #10 seed Chargers beat the #3 seed Jaguars...
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RMSAC basketball tournament day two results
The Roanoke Middle School Athletic Conference 2017-18 basketball conference tournament day two results and day three schedule. Tuesday February 27th Boys Games #4 seed William R. Davie defeated # 5...
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Weldon PD roundup: Disturbance call; pills seized
The Weldon Police Department reported the following, according to Chief James Avens: On Tuesday around 4:24 p.m., Sergeant L. Melton responded to the area of Maple and Ninth streets on a disturbance...
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RRPD roundup: Traffic stops lead to drug arrests
The Roanoke Rapids Police Department reported the following, according to Chief Chuck Hasty: On Tuesday at approximately 11:50 a.m., officers M. Hunsucker and J. DeSare conducted a traffic stop for a...
View ArticleMarshal Garris Collier
Marshal Garris Collier, 76, of Littleton, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2018, at his home. The family will receive friends from 2:00 – 4:00 P.M. Sunday, March 4, 2018, at Collier Harley-Davidson....
View ArticleBert Hollowell Lindley Jr.
Bertrand “Bert” Hollowell Lindley Jr. passed peacefully at home with his family at his bedside in the early morning of February 27th, 2018 at the age of 79. He was born in Vicksburg, MS, to loving...
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Mary Warren Sanders
Mary Warren Sanders, 95, of Bullington Road, Roanoke Rapids passed away Monday, February 26, 2018, at Carolina Rest Home. Mary was born December 16, 1922, in Sampson County, a daughter of Moses and...
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Greensville Co. seeks information on getaway car
The Greensville County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information on a vehicle which was used following a home invasion Friday around 3:15 to 3:20 p.m. No one was hurt in the home invasion, said Corporal...
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Barton, Saint Augustine’s split doubleheader
WILSON, N.C. – Barton College and Saint Augustine’s University split a non-conference softball doubleheader Wednesday at Jeffries Field, the host Lady Bulldogs taking the opener, 9-1, in six innings...
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Halifax hosting opening softball tournament
Halifax Academy Lady Vikings softball team is opening their 2018 season hosting it's own "2018 First Pitch Softball Tournament" this weekend. The tournament is scheduled to kicks off Friday March 2nd...
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"By Faith Wrestling Club" seeking members
Pastor/Coach Dathan Hall we will have an initial parent meeting for the "By Faith Wrestling Club" at First Baptist Church Roanoke Rapids NC on March 7th at 7:00pm. This ministry will focus on kids 4th...
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History passport program gains momentum
The History Worth Repeating program, an effort to market three historic towns in the region, is gaining traction. Warren County Manager Robert Davie told a group of stakeholders today in Halifax the...
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Qualls releases statement on re-election bid
Incumbent county Commissioner Patrick Qualls released the following statement on his bid for re-election to the board: I am announcing my bid for re-election to the office of county commissioner for...
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Roanoke Clinic chosen for Million Hearts Model
According to the American Heart Association, about 2,200 Americans die of cardiovascular disease each day. In an effort to reduce this number, Roanoke Clinic is participating in a five-year risk...
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Marshal Grant Collier
Marshal Garris Collier, 76, died February 28th, 2018, at his home with his wife, brother, and children by his side. He was born May 31st, 1941, in Northampton County to Charlie E. Collier & Frances...
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RR industrial basketball Monday 2-26 and Wednesday 2-28 results
Roanoke Rapids Parks and Recreation Adult Industrial Basketball League results from Monday February 26th and Wednesday February 28th. Monday February 26th Halifax Linen 49 - Drugco 40 Lowe's 67 -...
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2018 Church league basketball 2-27 and 3-1 scores
The 2018 Valley Church League Men's Basketball Tuesday 2-27 and Thursday 3-1 scores reported to RRspin Sports. Tuesday 2-27 Calvary 30 VS. New Testament 27 New Life 66 VS. South Rosemary 53...
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Roanoke Rapids man dies in Gaston area crash
A Roanoke Rapids man died Thursday in a single-vehicle crash in the Gaston area. According to a preliminary report by Trooper J.T. Keeter of the state Highway Patrol, Matthew Porch was traveling west...
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Weather changes Halifax Academy softball tourney
Due to the rain and wind and the field conditions, Halifax Academy has changed the format of the "Halifax First Pitch Tournament" and canceled the season opener games scheduled for Friday. The...
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