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By: By Geoff Neville, Times Sportswriter
FRANKLINTON — Tropical Storm Ernesto wasn’t the only phenomenon that swept through Franklin County this week.
The ‘Three-Headed Monster’ made yet another appearance, leaving behind another overmatched opponent in its wake.
Louisburg’s self-named ‘Three-Headed Monster’ — running backs Hakeem Strickland, Greg Small and Jekiva Gupton — blew into Franklinton Friday much like the windy aftermath of Ernesto.
BUNN — After a competitive first half, Bunn exploded for a trio of touchdowns in the third quarter en route to a 44-14 decision over Ravenscroft in a prep football matchup Friday on the BHS campus.
Heading into next week’s huge rivalry game at Louisburg, the Wildcats are 3-0 overall. Ravenscroft slipped to 1-2 with losses to both Bunn and LHS.
By: Nov. 4, 1904 – Aug. 30, 2006
PILOT – Winnie Belle Bunn Brantley, 101, of 4843 Old US 64 Hwy, the Pilot Community, went to be with her Lord early Wednesday morning at her home surrounded by her family. She was affectionately known as “Mama” and “Mah-Mah.”
LOUISBURG - Amos “Sonny” Ellis died Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2006 at his home after a long illness. Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 1, from the chapel of Lancaster Funerals and Cremations in Louisburg, with the Rev. Lacy Frye officiating. Entombment will follow in Lancaster Memorial Park.
NORTH RALEIGH -- Louisburg has been known for its high-powered offensive attack over the years. But the Warriors put up a number for the ages last Friday night at Ravenscroft.
By: By Geoff Neville, Times Sportswriter
BUNN -- Bunn put together one of its most flawless defensive performances in recent memory Friday against a touted Southern Nash offense.
Fittingly, the Wildcats wrapped up the victory with a key defensive play.
By: By Geoff Neville, Times Sportswriter
WILSON - Other than the state playoffs, no soccer event in Eastern North Carolina is more prestigious than the annual Brittany For The Boys Tournament.
That’s why Franklinton head coach Deran Coe was thrilled when his Red Rams received a coveted invitation several months ago to participate in the 36-team showcase.
By: By CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer
Ben Barrick said in Superior Court on Monday that he was not guilty of killing a former deputy, a decision that sets up an October trial.
Franklin County’s SAT scores have remained steady the past three years, while the number of students taking the college-prep test have risen.
By: By KATHY HARRELSON, Managing Editor
YOUNGSVILLE — A parachute jumper is recovering from a minor back injury he received Saturday while performing at the Firemen’s Family Day.
By: By CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer
The Louisburg Town Council approved two measures Monday night designed to spur business development.
By: By CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer
The Louisburg Town Council rezoned residential parcels south of the Tar River to single family lots, hoping the move helps restore family values and put a dent in transient crime.
The unanimous decision reached Monday night does not impact existing homes, so duplexes and apartments can remain as non-conforming uses.
LOUISBURG - Helen Tharrington Clark, 95, died Saturday, Aug. 26, 2006 at her home. A funeral service to celebrate her life was conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, Aug. 28, at Louisburg Baptist Church, with the Rev. Reggie Rushing officiating. Burial followed in the Tharrington family cemetery.
FRANKLINTON - Gloria Ann Monroe-Batts, 49, died Saturday, Aug. 19, 2006 at her home in Germantown, Md. Funeral services were conducted Saturday, Aug. 26, at Cutchins Funeral Home Memorial Chapel in Franklinton, with the Rev. Jeanette Pender officiating. Inturnment and committal rites were held at Hawkins Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, Franklinton.
DURHAM - Lonnie James Murray, 87, died Friday, Aug. 25, 2006. A graveside service was conducted Monday, Aug. 28, at Fairview Cemetery in Franklinton, with Pastor Joe Leonard officiating.
WAKE FOREST - Grace E. Wiggins, 86, died Thursday, Aug. 24, 2006. A graveside service was conducted Tuesday morning, Aug. 29, at Flat Rock Baptist Church cemetery, with Pastor Gary McNair officiating.
CREEDMOOR - James Travis Winn, 66, died Saturday, Aug. 26, 2006 at Duke Medical Center. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, Aug. 29, at First Baptist Church in Creedmoor by Dr. Tom Jenkins. Burial was in Liberty Christian Church cemetery in Epsom.
LOUISBURG - Charles B. Smith, 69, died Saturday, Aug. 26, 2006. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, Aug. 29, in the chapel of Bright Funeral Home in Wake Forest, with the Rev. Bill Shoemaker officiating. Burial followed in Pine Forest Memorial Gardens.
MACON - James William “Bill” Walker, 59, died Sunday, Aug. 27, 2006 at Halifax Regional Medical Center.
ZEBULON – Lettie Whitley Rayburn, 87, died Friday morning at Wellington Nursing Center. Funeral service was held 2 pm Sunday, Aug. 27, at Union Hope Baptist Church. Burial was in the church cemetery.
LOUISBURG - James H. Wilkerson, 78, died Monday, Aug. 28, 2006. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 31, at Mt. Hebron Holiness Church, Louisburg. Burial will follow in the Mary Helen Jones Cemetery in Louisburg.
FRANKLINTON - William D. Hood Jr., 87, died Thursday, Aug. 24, 2006. A memorial service was conducted Sunday, Aug. 27, at his home, 424 E. Green Street. Arrangements by Underwood Funeral Home.
NASHVILLE - Funeral services for Mrs. Adell Levonia Wilson, 64, who died Sunday, Aug. 27, 2006, will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, with the Rev. Tyrone Jones officiating. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery.
TRENTON, N .J. - Funeral services for Rogerline Hazelwood Walker of Trenton, N.J., formerly of Louisburg, who died Friday, Aug. 25, 2006, will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, at Richardson Funeral Home in Louisburg. Burial will follow in the Cemetery on the Hill.
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