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A proposed $20 million building proposed by the Wilson County Board of Education could be located between the two main buildings that have recently been renovated at the Lee Technology Center, part of Wilson Community College. Drew C. Wilson | Times
$20M building sought for Wilson Academy of Applied Technology
The Wilson County Board of Education voted unanimously to move forward with an application to seek state funding to construct a $20 million facility at the Wilson Community College Lee Technology Center campus. more
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Sandra Homes, executive director of the Wilson Visitors Center, represented Wilson and the Wilson Visitors Center at the N.C. Travel Industry Association legislative reception Tuesday in Raleigh at the N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences. Homes is a board member of the association that provides industry professionals the opportunity to educate state legislators and elected officials on the importance of travel and tourism to North Carolina’s economy. The reception is the largest advocacy event of the year, Homes said, and a way to thank legislators for supporting public policy and give information needed to build a better tourism economy for every community across the state. Homes, left, is pictured with Wit Tuttle, executive director of Visit NC Economic Development Partnership.
Hotel tax revenues show Wilson County’s tourism growth
Wilson County’s occupancy tax revenues have increased by about 20 percent in the last six months compared to the same time last year. more
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DOT seeks feedback on transportation projects
Wilson residents will get the chance to learn more about the North Carolina Department of Transportation’s 10-year transportation plan during a weeklong open house to be held Feb. 25-March … more
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School board approves 2019-20 calendars
After a survey of Wilson County students, teachers and parents, the Wilson County Board of Education approved the 2019-20 school year calendar for the 2019-20 for both traditional schools and early … more
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The Brand Performing Arts Center packed the Boykin Center for its annual fundraiser Sunday. Contributed photo
Dancers raise funds for cancer patients
The Brand Performing Arts Center packed the house at the Boykin Center on Sunday for its annual performance of Dancing For A Cause, raising $31,863.50 for Southeastern Cancer Care. The sold-out … more
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New owners seek shopping center tenants
A Triangle-based developer recently spent $6.5 million to purchase a shopping center in hopes of increasing occupancy and business traffic. New Falls Property owns a dozen properties in Raleigh … more
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Community Briefs: Wilson County Dems, GOP plan meetings
GREENVILLE — The ALS connnection group for Lou Gehrig’s disease will meet at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20 at the N.C. Adaptive Technology Program building, 1033 W.H. Smith Blvd. For more … more
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Thor is The Wilson Times' adoptable pet of the week. Thor is a 1 1/2-year-old male cat who's described as a lovebug. Thor is available for adoption from Able Cat Rescue by calling 252-236-8667. Thor will be at Petsmart from 3-6 p.m. Friday and noon to 3 p.m. Saturday for Natioinal Adoption Weekend.
Pet of the Week: Thor seeks loving home
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Weathercast: Rainy February continues with cloudbursts this week
The pattern of cloudy skies and mostly chilly temperatures is expected to persist this week as each day holds a substantial chance of rain Tuesday through Saturday. Showers are expected Tuesday … more
Urban-rural divide on agenda for chamber lunch
The Wilson Chamber of Commerce’s Public Policy Series kicks off soon with a presentation on the Institute for Emerging Issues. The first installment in the four-part series will take place from … more
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Edward Jones named one of 100 best employers
Financial services firm Edward Jones ranks No. 7 on the 2019 Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work For” list, according to global research and consulting firm Great Place to Work and Fortune … more
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Barton to host Caregivers Education Conference
The 16th annual Caregiver Education Conference will be held Wednesday, March 6 in the Hamlin Student Center on the campus of Barton College. The conference will begin at 9 a.m. and conclude at 1 … more
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Barton College announces academic honors
Barton College named 53 students to the President’s List and 377 students to the Dean’s List for fall semester 2018. President’s List students compiled a perfect 4.0 GPA; Dean’s List students … more
Stantonsburg Police Chief Orlando Rosario walks outside a burned bedroom that belonged to the town's K-9 officer, who escaped a Saturday night house fire with his family. The home on Old Stantonsburg Road outside Wilson was destroyed and the fire is under investigation.
Fire destroys K-9 officer’s home
A Stantonsburg Police K-9 officer, his son and two K-9s escaped safely from a burning home Saturday night. Stantonsburg-Moyton Fire Chief William McMurray said the fire was at the home of … more
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Wilson Area Habitat for Humanity board President Marla Parker shovels dirt Sunday at the groundbreaking for the organization's newest home on Privette Road. Also shoveling dirt are Kristiani Hamilton, Beverly McMillion, Christina McMillion, Chairwoman Tammy McDaniel from Habitat's family selection and support committee, Travis Hilliard and Lamar McMillion.
Soil tilled for family’s new home, fresh start
Overcast skies Sunday didn’t dampen the excitement surrounding the Wilson Area Habitat for Humanity groundbreaking. “Our affiliate is excited to begin building Wilson Habitat’s 17th home,” … more
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Vision Community Theatre Group actors portray a scene from the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing for the upcoming weekend's play.
Curtain to lift on ‘Voices’ play
In observance of Black History Month, Vision Community Theatre Group will present, “Voices: The Struggles, The Faith, The Hope” on Saturday. The stage play, written and directed by Toshika … more
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Insurance agent attends national conference
ROCKY MOUNT — Landmark Financial Services President Bob Land attended the International Disability Insurance Society’s 14th annual conference held Oct. 21-24 in St. Louis, Missouri, the society … more
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Cub Scout Pack 381 gave out awards at the recent Blue and Gold Banquet. The banquets are a Cub Scout tradition to mark the anniversary of the founding of Boy Scouts of America on Feb. 8, 1910. The Scouts meet Monday evenings at 7 at Farmington Heights Church.
Scouts celebrate anniversary
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Speaker’s topic: Identity, spirituality and mental health
How do communities engage in conversations about mental health? How do people challenge the stigma around mental health struggles? Tonya Armstrong, the recently elected president of the N.C. … more
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State Rep. Jean Farmer-Butterfield discusses a variety of topics Saturday during a legislative information exchange session held at the WIlson County Public Library.
Legislator shares focus, hears concerns
Dozens gathered Saturday to share ideas, make their voices heard and discuss ways to create a better Wilson County for all during a legislative information exchange session hosted by state Rep. Jean … more
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