| 1201. | BETTY ROSE PRIVETTE
July 10, 1937 - Oct. 16, 2020
ZEBULON - Betty Rose Privette, 83, of the Pearce community went home to be with the Lord, Friday night. She was born in Franklin County, the daughter of the late Junie and Rosa Stallings Upchurch. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Elmo Privette; sons-in-law, Douglas Medlin, Robert Smith, Rick Collura, and brother, Jerry Upchurch. Betty Rose was known in the community for being very hospitable and making everyone feel like family.
Published Monday, October 19, 2020 5:38 pm
| | 1202. | LC coach honored in league
LOUISBURG -- Talk about a tough act to follow -- and handling the proposition with ease.When he took over the Louisburg College men's basketball program two years ago, Neil Dixon faced the task of the succeeding the wildly successful Mark Vanderslice, who left to take an NCAA Division II job at USC-Aiken.But the Hurricanes haven't missed a beat under Dixon and are making their second consecutive appearance this week at the NJCAA Division II National Tournament.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, March 22, 2017 11:43 pm
| | 1203. | County school board approves personnel changes
A number of school personnel changes were approved by the Franklin County Board of Education. The board:
Published Wednesday, May 22, 2019 11:55 pm
| | 1204. | Bunn girls roll in NCC
ROANOKE RAPIDS -- Bunn maintained its hold on first place in the Northern Carolina Conference girls basketball standings with a victory last Friday night at Roanoke Rapids.The Ladycats, coached by Matt Keith, put together a solid first quarter and never looked back en route to securing a 71-45 decision at the RRHS Gymnasium.Bunn, now 9-3 overall and 5-0 in the NCC, led 19-9 after the initial stanza of action.
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, January 13, 2016 11:37 pm
| | 1205. | MARGARET GIBBS MITCHELL
FRANKLINTON--Margaret Louvenia Gibbs Mitchell, 91, of Franklinton departed this earthly life on Sunday, July 28, 2019. She was born on June 17, 1928 to the late Rufus H. and Becky Pearce Gibbs. In addition to her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Milton Mitchell.
Published Wednesday, July 31, 2019 11:08 am
| | 1206. | CALVIN S. AYSCUE
HENDERSON - Calvin Simmons “Cuz” Ayscue, 82, died Sunday, July 29, 2012 at Duke University Medical Center in Durham. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1, at Liberty Christian Church, conducted by the Rev. Bryan Breland, the Rev. Tammy Ayscue, and the Rev. Clyde Waiden. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Published Wednesday, August 1, 2012 12:27 am
| | 1207. | KEVIN-EDWARD MATTHEWS
November 11, 1998 - August 26, 2020
LOUISBURG--Kevin-Edward Kenneth Matthews, 21, of Stroud Township, returned to God on Wednesday, August 26, 2020.
Published Wednesday, September 9, 2020 5:28 pm
| | 1208. |  Lady Hurricanes have busy return
LOUISBURG -- For the third straight night, the Louisburg College Lady Canes basketball team hit the hardwood for a Region X game, and as they did Saturday and Sunday, Louisburg came out on top by defeating Lenoir CC, 76-70 on Monday at Taylor Center on the LC campus. The three conference wins up LC’s Region X record to 8-3, 15-5 overall.
Staff Reports / Published Thursday, February 20, 2014 12:07 am
| | 1209. | FAYE S. GRIFFIN
July 1, 1945 - November 17, 2024
LOUISBURG - Faye Strickland Griffin, passed away on November 17, 2024. She was a daughter of the late Staley and Lois Strickland of Louisburg. She was preceded in death by her husband of nearly fifty years, John W. Griffin, Sr.
Published Wednesday, November 20, 2024 3:36 pm
| | 1210. | A. FAYE B. COLE
LOUISBURG - Ann Faye Breedlove Cole, 69, of Louisburg died Wednesday, November 28, 2012, at Louisburg Nursing Center. She is the daughter of the late Willie Walter and Hazel Harper Breedlove. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Catherine B. Wood and her brother, Willie “Jack” Breedlove. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 3:00 p.m. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. Archie Barringer and the Rev. Dustin Mace officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Published Saturday, December 1, 2012 12:12 am
| | 1211. |  Distant Relationship
LOUISBURG -- With a first-place cushion already secured, it’s now time for the Lousiburg College Hurricanes to create a little space in the Region X men’s basketball standings.
It’s a process the Hurricanes have been hard at work at for the entire year -- and it continued Wednesday during a key home game against rival Guilford Tech at historic Holton Gymnasium on the LC campus.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Saturday, February 12, 2011 12:01 am
| | 1212. | Wake Electric awards 17 college scholarships
Wake Electric has awarded 17 college scholarships equaling a total of $22,000.
The $2,000 Fred M. Alford Memorial Scholarship is awarded to Nicholas Savage of Wake Forest-Rolesville High School.
The Touchstone Energy Scholarship winners are: Erin Boltz and Gary Wayne Byrd, both of South Granville High School; Megan Camille Crayton of Bunn High School; Betsy Dickerson of N.C. State University;
Published Friday, April 30, 2010 11:29 pm
| | 1213. | Canes finalize their men’s hoops sked
LOUISBURG -- Louisburg College has released its schedule for the 2012-13 men’s basketball season. The Hurricanes are the three-time defending tournament champions in Region X. They will kick off this year’s slate Nov. 1 with a home game against Vance-Granville, which is coached by the legendary Mike Rotolo.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Saturday, September 15, 2012 12:07 am
| | 1214. |  Hurricanes to host region tournament
LOUISBURG -- Louisburg College will serve as the host for this weekend's Region X Division I and II Basketball Tournaments at the Taylor Center.The Division II event is down to the semifinal rounds and will feature the top-seeded and host Hurricanes in action against Pitt Community College on Friday at noon.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Thursday, March 5, 2015 12:12 am
| | 1215. | Missing bid file 'dings' Louisburg's audit report
LOUISBURG -- What Louisburg's auditor defined as a "material weakness" and "material noncompliance" marred an otherwise rather routine audit report just before the Thanksgiving holiday.Despite hearing this significant warning about its audit -- which involved the expenditure of just over a half million dollars on one project -- none of the town council members asked a question or had a comment about the situation.
GARY CUNARD, Times Publisher / Published Wednesday, November 29, 2023 11:24 pm
| | 1216. | ANETHIA DELPHINE PHELPS COLLINS
February 29, 1932 - June 15, 2025
FRANKLINTON, NC -- Anethia Delphine Phelps Collins, 93, of Franklinton, NC, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 15, 2025. Anethia, a leap-year baby, was born on February 29, 1932, in Franklin County to the late Garland and Louise Debnam Phelps.
Published Wednesday, July 2, 2025 3:13 pm
| | 1217. | TRACEY JOVINO
July 21, 1971 – November 21, 2012
CLAYTON – Tracey Lynn Whitley Jovino, 41, died Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012. She was born in Wake County. Tracey graduated from Barton College School of Nursing, BSN. She was a cardiac nurse on 6A at WakeMed. She was featured in the Celebrate Nursing, May 2011 issue as a Nurses Trusted To Care Nominee. Tracey was a great mom and wife; her family was her life.
Published Wednesday, November 28, 2012 12:20 am
| | 1218. | KVA honor roll students named
Kerr Vance Academy in Henderson recently announced their latest honor rolls and headmaster list.Second Quarter
Published Thursday, February 12, 2015 12:23 am
| | 1219. | MRS. THELMA LOUISE HAWKINS BRIGHT
CHOCOWINITY, NC - Mrs. Thelma Louise Bright, age 86, a former resident of Bright Road, Chocowinity, died Friday, March 17, 2006 at Ridgewood Manor in Washington, NC.
Published Wednesday, March 22, 2006 9:52 am
| | 1220. |  LC hoops schedule finalized
LOUISBURG -- Louisburg College's 2016-17 men's basketball season will begin Nov. 5 with a home game against Southside Community College at Taylor Center on the LC campus.The Hurricanes, coached by Neil Dixon, will play their first seven outings at home.LC's complete ledger is as follows, with home events listed in CAPS:
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, September 28, 2016 11:42 pm
| | 1221. | KVA releases honor roll, student awards for 2017-18 year
Kerr-Vance Academy released the final honor roll recognition for for the 2017-2018 school year.
Published Wednesday, June 13, 2018 11:53 pm
| | 1222. | BILL FULLER
LOUISBURG--Bill Fuller of Louisburg passed away with his family by his side on Wednesday evening, May 11, 2016 at his home after a two-year courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his loving parents, Mr. George Fuller and Mrs. Frances Fuller. He was also preceded in death by all of his siblings, The Honorable George Fuller, Mr. Bobby Fuller and Ms. Bertha Ann Fuller.
Published Thursday, May 12, 2016 5:08 pm
| | 1223. |  Bennerson named Eastern Star’s Miss OES
District #20, Order of the Eastern Star held its annual Miss OES Contest on Saturday, July 30, at the Louisburg Senior Center. Victor Alston, Worshipful Master of Oak Grove Lodge #393 in Louisburg, served as the master of ceremonies.
Published Wednesday, August 17, 2011 12:53 am
| | 1224. | JOSEPH WILBUR WOOD
July 23, 1936 - January 24, 2024
Joseph Wilbur Wood, 87, passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at his home. He was born on July 23, 1936 to the late John Marvin Wood and Virginia Perry Wood in Wake County, NC.
Published Thursday, January 25, 2024 7:48 pm
| | 1225. | JOSEPH E. SMITH
September 16, 1923 – October 28, 2013
LOUISBURG – Joseph Earl Smith, 90, of Louisburg, died Monday evening (October 28). Joe was a son of the late M. Coleman and Lula Hedgepeth Smith. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Carolyn W. Langley; sister, Sybal S. Ball; brothers, Downey Smith and Egbert Smith.
Published Tuesday, November 26, 2013 1:19 pm
| | 1226. | N.C. Farm Bureau has annual meeting
North Carolina Farm Bureau’s 2007 annual meeting and convention was the highlight of a policy development season for the more than 1,000 members from across the state who attended.
These members of the state’s largest general farm organization talked with and listened to candidates for the 2008 election, cheered on contestants in young farmer competitions, watched the awards ceremony for member achievements, and voted on the organization’s policy positions for 2008.
Published Tuesday, January 1, 2008 11:53 pm
| | 1227. | BHS valedictorian receives scholarship
CHAPEL HILL -- Joshua Boone was presented with the 2016 Alston-Pleasants Scholarship for undergraduate studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.Josh, son of Gaye and Jerry Boone, is a resident of Zebulon and is Valedictorian of the 2016 senior class at Bunn High School where he was also a leader in organizing a Fellowship of Christian Athletes chapter and a two-time all-conference selection in baseball.
Published Thursday, June 2, 2016 12:06 am
| | 1228. | DURWARD B. “D.B.” GARDNER, JR.
CASTALIA - Durward Braswell “D.B.” Gardner, Jr., 68, of Castalia, beloved husband, father, brother and Papa, died Thursday, September 30, 2010, at Rex Healthcare. He is the son of the late Durward B. & Esther Leonard Gardner. He was also preceded in death by his sister, June G. Smart. He was a lifelong farmer who enjoyed his spot on Gardner Farms. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at Cedar Rock First Baptist Church with the Rev. Robert Ricks Boone officiating. Entombment will follow in Lancaster Memorial Park Mausoleum.
Published Saturday, October 2, 2010 8:06 pm
| | 1229. | RITA MARKS BAILEY
May 19, 1971 - September 1, 2024
WHITE LEVEL, NC--Rita Marks Bailey, 53, of White Level, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 1, 2024, at her home.
Published Wednesday, September 11, 2024 3:37 pm
| | 1230. |  Louisburg Shuts Out Southeast
LOUISBURG -- Some pundits thought Southeast Halifax had the best opportunity at dethroning Louisburg as the Tar-Roanoke Athletic Conference football champions.
If that’s the case, then the Warriors appear to be well on their way to successfully defending their league crown.
Geoff Neville, Times Sportswriter / Published Saturday, October 11, 2008 12:32 am
| | 1231. |  Gunshot punctuates father, son dispute; son is charged
PILOT -- A Franklin County man is set to appear in court next month on charges that he shot his father in the head, the first of two shootings in the Pilot area during a three-day span.Investigators arrested Adam Helms shortly after they allege he shot Loyd Helms in the head during an argument the evening of Aug. 25 as the two were riding in a vehicle on Williams Road.
CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, August 30, 2017 11:38 pm
| | 1232. | Royal Elementary honor rolls
The Royal Elementary School honor roll for the third nine-week grading period has been announced and includes:
Published Saturday, June 12, 2010 12:49 am
| | 1233. | FES presents honor rolls
Carol Davis, principal of Franklinton Elementary School, has announced the Honor Roll for the third nine-week grading period.
To be named to the A honor Roll, a student must make no grade lower than 93. To be named to the A/B Honor Roll, a student must make no grade lower than an 85.
Published Friday, May 6, 2011 11:46 pm
| | 1234. |  Special performance
PREMIER PERFORMANCE. Playwright and actor Walter Williamson, an alumnus who is serving as artist-in-residence at Louisburg College for the spring semester, will stage the world premiere of his new play "Victoria's Boy" April 6-9 at the Norris Theatre on campus. The two-act play chronicles the often strained relationship between Queen Victoria and her son, King Edward VII, who is portrayed by Williamson. Victoria blamed Edward for the death of his father, and did not want him to succeed her on the throne because she considered him unfit to rule. In the play's first act, Williamson portrays Edward the night before his mother's death.
Published Wednesday, April 6, 2016 11:51 pm
| | 1235. |  Student recital at Cherry Hill
The spring concert season at Cherry Hill continues on June 16 with the annual student recital, performed this year by outstanding pianist Timothy Jones.His program will consist of music of Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, and Grieg.The 3 p.m. performance is one of two free concerts sponsored by the Cherry Hill Historic Foundation each year. A reception will follow the performance.
Published Wednesday, June 12, 2019 11:41 pm
| | 1236. | PEGGY B. SEYMOUR
July 5, 1932 - September 12, 2025
YOUNGSVILLE, NC -- Peggy Joyce Bullock Seymour, 93, of Youngsville, passed away Friday night, September 12, 2025.
Published Monday, September 15, 2025 6:30 pm
| | 1237. |  Man guilty of assaulting deputy
A Louisburg man was sentenced Thursday to nearly two years in jail after being found guilty of assaulting a sheriff’s deputy.
Superior Court Judge Richard Baddour Jr., set the prison term on Thursday afternoon after a jury convicted Joe Williams of felony assault on a law enforcement officer inflicting serious injury and misdemeanor assault on a government official.
CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer / Published Saturday, February 26, 2011 12:15 am
| | 1238. | ROSABELLE J. LANCASTER
LOUISBURG - Rosabelle J. Lancaster, 100, of Louisburg, died Thursday, March 22, 2007 at Autumn Care Nursing Home in Nashville. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. from the chapel of Lancaster Funerals and Cremations.
Published Saturday, March 24, 2007 1:01 am
| | 1239. |  Wildcats surge past the Vikes
Justin Rodgers got things going for the Wildcats with a 4-yard TD plunge at the 4:31 mark of the first quarter.
After a Northwest Halifax three-and-out, Bunn found the end zone again just 1:28 later courtesy of a 5-yard run from Norman Dunston. Levon Stanley connected with Chris Fleurmont on the 2-point pass, and the Wildcats had seized control early at 14-0.
Published Tuesday, October 16, 2007 11:12 pm
| | 1240. | KVA honor students named
Kerr Vance Academy released its honor roll for the second quarter and first semester.
Published Wednesday, February 8, 2017 11:37 pm
| | 1241. | JUNE LAND PEARCE
September 14, 1934 - May 20, 2023
"Beloved Wife, Mother, and Grandma"
Louisburg, NC--June Pearce, 88, of Land Farm, 6413 Pearces Road, Louisburg, NC went peacefully to her Lord and Savior Saturday afternoon, May 20, 2023. June was the daughter of the late Everette and Estelle Land of Franklin County.
Published Monday, May 22, 2023 5:07 pm
| | 1242. | Concert, symphonic bands to perform
The concert and symphonic bands from Louisburg High School will perform Tuesday, March 4, at 7:30 p.m. in the high school auditorium on Allen Lane.
The music performed will be the groups’ music for the upcoming Central District Band Festival, which the bands will attend on March 10 and 11.
Published Tuesday, February 19, 2008 11:52 pm
| | 1243. | WILLIAM ALBERT PERRY, JR.
March 11, 1935 – October 8, 2011
RALEIGH - William Albert Perry, Jr., age 76, passed away October 8, 2011 at his Raleigh residence. Surrounded by family, he was a loving father to his four daughters, three stepdaughters, and doted over his five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. His greatest joy came from playing with his grandchildren, teaching them to build wooden airplanes and telling them tall tales.
Published Friday, October 21, 2011 11:55 pm
| | 1244. | New VGCC prez welcomed to community
Dr. Stelfanie Williams, the president of Vance-Granville Community College, was the guest of honor at a reception on April 16 in the college’s Civic Center that served as an opportunity to officially welcome her to the community.
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, May 2, 2012 12:16 am
| | 1245. | Legislation defines Wake, Franklin lines
State legislators introduced a bill this week that would modernize the boundary between Wake and Franklin counties. In 1915, the countys boundary read like a Robert Frost poem and was marked by blackgum on someones land, to a large rock planted near Riley, to an iron stake on someone elses land and three white oaks on another property.
By CAREY JOHNSON / Times Staff Writer / Published Saturday, March 3, 2007 12:26 am
| | 1246. | Sarah Frances Murray Hagwood
December 31, 1935 - May 13, 2025
Mrs. Sarah Frances Murray Hagwood, 89, formerly of Franklinton, NC, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.
Published Wednesday, May 28, 2025 3:20 pm
| | 1247. |  Canes Clawing Back
LOUISBURG -- One of the top threats for the National Junior College atheltic Association Men’s Soccer Championship isn’t even ranked right now.And in a way, that’s how Louisburg College coach Cristian Neagu likes it.Louisburg had to forfeit six matches earlier in the season after inadvertently using an ineligible player.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, October 23, 2013 11:49 pm
| | 1248. | VGCC prepared for season
HENDERSON -- The Vance-Granville Community College Vanguards men's basketball team is scheduled to play at least 28 games during the 2016-2017 season, including 11 home games. This is the program's first season under the leadership of head coach DeMarcus Oliver.The Vanguards compete in Region X of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division II, which includes 11 two-year colleges in North Carolina and Virginia.
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, November 2, 2016 11:45 pm
| | 1249. | SALLIE A. COTTRELL
HENDERSON- Sallie Mae Ayscue Cottrell, 102, of 2275 Ruin Creek Road, died Thursday, July 11, 2019 in a local nursing home. Born in Franklin County on September 30, 1916, she was the daughter of the late Melvin W. Ayscue and Mary Tharrington Ayscue, and the widow of Elvin Thomas Cottrell. Mrs. Cottrell was raised in the Epsom Community and was a graduate of Epsom High School. She was a homemaker and member of Henderson Church of Christ.
Published Friday, July 12, 2019 5:12 pm
| | 1250. | Canes keep on winning
LOUISBURG -- Louisburg College's prolific offense continues to put up amazing numbers during the 2019 softball season.Last weekend, the Lady Hurricanes plated 44 runs during a three-game home series against Region X opponent Bryant & Stratton at Sheilah R. Cotten Field.Louisburg swept last Saturday's doubleheader by scores of 15-7 and 16-0 before finishing things off Sunday with a single-game victory by a tally of 13-4.
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, April 10, 2019 11:43 pm
| | 1251. | KVA honor students named for quarter, and the school year
Kerr-Vance Academy reported its honors for the fourth quarter and for the school year.
Published Wednesday, June 7, 2017 11:57 pm
| | 1252. | Kerr-Vance Academy honor roll
Kerr Vance Academy in Henderson recently announced their honor rolls.
Published Thursday, June 18, 2015 12:28 am
| | 1253. | Fonda Lee Miller
July 12, 1954 - July 10, 2025
LOUISBURG, NC -- Fonda Lee Miller, 70, of Louisburg passed away at her home on July 10, 2025. Fonda was born on July 12, 1954 in Bismark, ND to the late Anton and Pauline Miller.
Published Wednesday, July 16, 2025 1:43 pm
| | 1254. |  Canes set to defend title
LOUISBURG -- Louisburg College's defense of its National Junior College Athletic Association Men's Soccer Championship will begin Sept. 3 at home against Region X opponent University of South Carolina-Salkehatchie.First kick will be at 3 p.m. at Ronald May Field for the Hurricanes, who are coming off their first national title in school history.LC's complete schedule is as follows, with home events listed in CAPS:
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, July 20, 2016 11:41 pm
| | 1255. |  Veterans, the VA and the VFW
This week I turn my attention to a scandal that impacts many locally, the Veterans Administration and the death of veterans that fought and lost their battle to obtain earned benefits.It is an old story of broken promises, and one that continues to repeat itself.I remember my mother telling me of her father, a veteran who had returned from WWI. The troops were promised a bonus for their service.
Steve Trubilla / Published Thursday, June 12, 2014 12:03 am
| | 1256. |  LC rolls to home win
LOUISBURG -- After 47 days on the road, the Louisburg College Hurricanes returned to Taylor Center on a mission during Monday's Region X rematch against Vance-Granville.It has been since early December when LC last hosted a game, and the Hurricanes were ready to be home to tangle with the Vanguards.Louisburg soared to an early cushion and never looked back en route to securing a 101-53 decision over VGCC.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, January 20, 2016 11:55 pm
| | 1257. | Standing post at Arlington: Are they forgotten?
Taps bled into the setting gray haze as the Duty Noncommissioned Officer called out, guard mount! guard mount! Settle down, the NCO commanded; get on line: Aliganga; yo, Arthur; here sir, Fitzgibbon ….. Fitzgibbon; anyone seen Fitzgibbon. Yes sir, Arthur answered, his son arrived today. Where is the super numeracy? Here sir, Eckfield, replied. The Guard Officer read the Special Orders reminding everyone tomorrow is Memorial Day.
Published Thursday, May 23, 2013 12:22 am
| | 1258. |  BHS Hall welcomes standouts
BUNN -- Two iconic individuals -- and a team whose sum proved to be greater than its parts -- were part of the induction ceremonies last Friday evening for the second class of the Bunn High School Athletic Hall of Fame. Long-time teachers and coaches Bob Wheless and Mike Lovin were presented with induction certificates, as were 15 members of Bunn’s lone state championship baseball team from 1979.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, October 10, 2012 12:05 am
| | 1259. |  Civil Air Patrol recognized by commissioners
LOUISBURG -- The Franklin County Board of Commissioners recognized the Civil Air Patrol at its most recent meeting.During the Jan. 2 meeting, County Commission Chair Harry Foy noted that the Civil Air Patrol is known as America's premier public service organization for carrying out emergency services and disaster relief missions nationwide.
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, January 10, 2024 11:45 pm
| | 1260. | Kerr-Vance Academy names honor students
Kerr Vance Academy released their first quarter honor roll.
Published Wednesday, October 26, 2016 11:50 pm
| | 1261. | BOBBY GENE BRAGG
FRANKLINTON—Bobby Gene Bragg, 77, of Franklinton, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at his home. He was born in Granville County to the late Owen Vann Bragg and Ruby Hight Bragg. He was a cook with the United States Army and was a member of the Franklinton American Legion Post 52. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and will be greatly missed by everyone that knew him.
Published Thursday, April 11, 2013 12:01 am
| | 1262. | BOBBY GENE BRAGG
FRANKLINTON—Bobby Gene Bragg, 77, of Franklinton, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at his home. He was born in Granville County to the late Owen Vann Bragg and Ruby Hight Bragg. He was a cook with the United States Army and was a member of the Franklinton American Legion Post 52. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and will be greatly missed by everyone that knew him.
Published Friday, April 5, 2013 6:46 pm
| | 1263. | Groundbreaking, tribute to first president among college events this week
In addition to Louisburg College’s traditional Homecoming festivities, two public special events are being held this week in celebration of the College’s 225th anniversary. On Thursday, there will be a ground-breaking ceremony for the E. Carroll Joyner Student Residence project on the campus of the college.
Published Wednesday, September 26, 2012 12:46 am
| | 1264. | The ‘hitz’ and the ritz
On Thursday, Feb. 12 at 8 p.m., Louisburg College’s Allen de Hart Concert Series will present “Puttin’ on the Hitz!,” which features music of The Great American Songbook.
From the timeless tunes of Tin Pan Alley to the bright lights of Broadway, all the way to the heyday of the Hollywood musical, The Great American Songbook is a dazzling parade of American popular music from the 1930s, ‘40s and ‘50s.
Published Friday, February 6, 2009 11:25 pm
| | 1265. | Contractor asked to detail work history
MBAJ Architecture is asking the low bidder on the new elementary school project to detail its work history. Company spokesman Richard Thompson has said there is no problem in doing that. A letter was sent to Thompson of J.M. Thompson Co. of Raleigh on May 8 from MBAJ architect Jon Long, who is overseeing existing construction projects for the Franklin County schools system.
By KATHY HARRELSON / Managing Editor / Published Saturday, May 12, 2007 12:12 am
| | 1266. |  Kerr-Vance drops close match
HENDERSON -- The Kerr-Vance Academy varsity soccer team lost 2-1 to The Oakwood School in heartbreaking fashion in overtime last Friday. It was the Spartans' first home match of the season.The first half proved to be a defensive battle with neither team able to score."It was the best game the boys had played this season," Spartan Coach Devon Honeywell said after the game. "We really kept to the game plan. Despite the loss, this was a good sign for things to come in the future."
Staff Reports / Published Thursday, September 3, 2015 12:10 am
| | 1267. | Hurricanes claim victories at home
LOUISBURG -- Louisburg College hosted a men's-women's basketball doubleheader last Saturday, and the Hurricanes would prove to be successful on both counts.The LC women improved to 9-2 overall by delivering a 70-55 victory over Brunswick Community College at Taylor Center on the LC campus.
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, January 14, 2015 11:58 pm
| | 1268. |  Luncheon recognizes importance of local farmers to state’s economy
The farm-to-fork slogan was reversed Tuesday when the forks came to the farm for the annual Farm-City Week celebration. The Franklin County Cooperative Extension Service spearheaded the luncheon which was held under a farm shed on the Steve Nelms Farm Tuesday with bright October skies and a background of large farm equipment adding to the atmosphere.
GARY CUNARD, Times Publisher / Published Saturday, October 29, 2011 12:20 am
| | 1269. | Bunn Races Past North Johnston
BUNN -- The Bunn Wildcats continue to frustrate foes with their almost-dizzying array of offensive weapons.
Bunn’s gamebreakers were out in full force Friday as the Wildcats scored eight touchdowns on their way to a 56-21 victory over visiting North Johnston in BHS’ first Northern Carolina Conference game.
The Wildcats, coached by Chris Miller, upped their mark to 4-2 overall.
Staff Reports / Published Saturday, October 3, 2009 12:33 am
| | 1270. | RITA K. AYSCUE
July 13, 1959 – May 10, 2013
LOUISBURG –Rita Kay Ayscue, 53, of Louisburg, died Friday night at the William Dunlap Hospice Home in Raleigh. She was born in Paris, France, a daughter of the late Nathaniel Jordan Ayscue “Jay” and Joyce Ann Burnette Ayscue.
Published Wednesday, May 15, 2013 12:42 am
| | 1271. |  VGCC honors retired college personnel
Vance-Granville Community College held its annual reception on July 16 in the Civic Center to recognize loyal employees who had retired from the college, and particularly the five who retired in the last 12 months. This year’s recognition reception came as the college celebrates its 40th anniversary.
VGCC President Randy Parker welcomed and thanked the retirees, saying, “It’s because of each of you that Vance-Granville continues to grow and prosper. We stand on your shoulders as we take the college to higher and higher levels.”
Published Friday, August 7, 2009 11:38 pm
| | 1272. |  Rezoning sparks public support, much concern
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.
By CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, August 30, 2006 12:10 am
| | 1273. | DISTRICT COURT
Following are some cases adjudicated in Franklin District Court.
Published Saturday, February 2, 2008 12:03 am
| | 1274. |  FHS' DUAL MISSION
FRANKLINTON -- Franklinton High School's mission was twofold during last Saturday's action at the annual Wade Halford and Lane Meyer Memorial Boys Soccer Jamboree at the FHS Football Field.The most important order of business for FHS was to honor the memory of Halford, a former Red Ram who passed away in 2011.Halford was one of the early cornerstones of what was then a new boys soccer program at Franklinton under then-coach Deran Coe.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Thursday, August 11, 2016 12:05 am
| | 1275. |  Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments receives award
WASHINGTON, DC – The Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments in Henderson received a 2009 Innovation Award from the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) for its Public/Private Partners in Building Restoration.
Published Wednesday, October 7, 2009 12:21 am
| | 1276. |  Franklin mirrors nation; votes Trump
LOUISBURG -- Just like the nation, Donald Trump secured Franklin County, besting Hillary Clinton by more than 3,500 tallies -- garnering nearly 54 percent of the vote.Trump earned 16,321 votes in Franklin County to Clinton's 12,811 votes.According to unofficial tallies, Trump did not secure the popular vote across the nation, getting 59,058,307 to Clinton's 59,204,408, but he secured the electoral college vote -- a race to 270 -- by getting 276 of those votes to Clinton's 218, making him president-elect if official tallies hold up.
Published Thursday, November 10, 2016 12:19 am
| | 1277. | Louisburg to pursue grant for Fox Park Road
The Louisburg Town Council agreed Monday to apply for a grant that would bring sewer service to residents on Fox Park Road.
By CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer / Published Wednesday, September 20, 2006 12:39 am
| | 1278. | Kerr Vance Academy lists latest honor roll
Kerr-Vance Academy in Henderson announced its first quarter honor roll.
Published Thursday, November 9, 2017 12:02 am
| | 1279. |  Region Stalwarts
LOUISBURG -- Once again, Louisburg College enjoyed successful seasons this fall in men's and women's soccer -- a fact that was reinforced when Region X recently released its all-league squads.Louisburg sophomore Andrea Viano was tabbed as the Men's Player of the Year, while LC's Martin Dell was the Men's Coach of the Year after guiding the Hurricanes to the regular season championship.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Thursday, November 17, 2016 12:11 am
| | 1280. |  Family Life Center dedication
A light dusting of snow could not stop the celebration as the New Liberty Baptist Church dedicated its new Family Life Center, a baptismal pool, and the Dr. Coolidge McCoy Administrative Office Complex on Saturday, Feb. 6.
Pastor Jamil Crosson presided over the ceremony. The Mass Choir sang “To God Be the Glory,” “Down Through the Years,” and “Where Could I Go.”
Published Friday, February 12, 2010 11:43 pm
| | 1281. | ANNIE GEORGE FERGUSON
LOUISBURG - Annie George Ferguson, 81, beloved mother, grandmother, wife and friend passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2008. Annie lived with her daughter and family for the past six years at 1094 Hickory Rock Road, Louisburg, NC.
Published Friday, May 30, 2008 11:26 pm
| | 1282. |  Senator Burr says he favors growth, 401 expansion
YOUNGSVILLE -- The Greater Franklin County Chamber of Commerce invited Sen. Richard Burr to Franklin County, recognizing him for an award he received for his support of pro-growth legislation.After thanking the business community and governmental leaders for their support, he talked about efforts to keep the country safe, how the economy needs to grow at a higher rate and how the federal government needs to start getting out of the way of state and local governments.
CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer / Published Thursday, April 20, 2017 12:07 am
| | 1283. |  Mat Gains At BHS
LOUISBURG -- Bunn and Louisburg met on the wrestling mat once again last Friday, but this time it was a non-conference matchup.BHS has remained in the Class 2-A Northern Carolina Conference, while Louisburg is now a member of the Class 1-A Tar-Roanoke Athletic Conference.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Thursday, January 9, 2014 12:02 am
| | 1284. |  Franklin County needs a visit from infrastructure genie
This week we say goodbye to 2014 and welcome in 2015. I have one wish for Franklin County in 2015; the appearance of the Infrastructure Genie. Left, right and center, there is dissatisfaction with economic development in Franklin County; more specifically, lack thereof.
Larry Marciniak / Published Wednesday, December 31, 2014 1:01 pm
| | 1285. |  A success story that teaches all of us a lesson
Today's column, dominated by a local young man, does make for a good story and it should be a lesson to us all.This week, Adam Keith was sworn in as a District Court Judge.Adam is a product of local public schools and the State University system. He graduated from Louisburg High School.Adam then continued his education at North Carolina Central University in nearby Durham for both undergraduate and law school.
Larry Marciniak / Published Thursday, December 17, 2015 12:44 am
| | 1286. | East Carolina wins two against Tulane
GREENVILLE -- Ian Townsend sparked an eight-run second inning by belting a pair of home runs, which tied and NCAA record, as East Carolina University (10-10, 3-3) completed a Conference USA baseball doubleheader sweep over Tulane (10-8, 3-3) with a 13-3 win in eight innings Saturday afternoon at Lewis Field inside Clark-LeClair Stadium.Following game one, where Reid Love and Ryan Williams starred on the mound, it was the offense that shined in game two.
Staff Reports / Published Thursday, March 20, 2014 12:12 am
| | 1287. |  Bunn Rallies Past Webb
OXFORD -- Bunn used some offensive, defensive and special teams heroics to rally in the fourth quarter past host Oxford Webb 21-20 in a wild football thriller Friday night.
The Wildcats trailed 20-7 with under six minutes remaining in the game before mounting their comeback.
From Staff Reports / Published Saturday, September 15, 2007 12:44 am
| | 1288. | KVA honor roll
Kerr Vance Academy in Henderson recently announced its latest honor roll and headmaster list.
Published Wednesday, April 4, 2018 11:40 pm
| | 1289. |  Canes finish up schedule
LOUISBURG -- Long-term success breeds an increased level of expectation -- and that is something the Louisburg College men's basketball program is now experiencing on an annual basis. The Hurricanes have become a consistent winner -- so much so that anything less than a deep run in the National Junior College Athletic Association Division II National Tournament is considered somewhat of a disappointment.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, April 4, 2018 11:40 pm
| | 1290. | JOSEPH JOE EARL WOOD
ROCKY MOUNT, NC - JOSEPH JOE EARL WOOD, 75, passed away Saturday, April 28, 2007, surrounded by family. He was born in Franklin County, January 26, 1932, to the late General Lee and Lola Shearin Wood. Joe was a retired cabinetmaker of 30 years for Caro-Craft Furniture Company (a division of Coastal Lumber Company) and a U.S. Navy veteran serving during the Korean Conflict. He was a charter member of Englewood Baptist Church and was a loving, caring, and devoted father to his daughter, Angela.
Published Wednesday, May 2, 2007 12:48 am
| | 1291. |  REGION X LEADERS
JAMESTOWN - While some coaches might be overjoyed at the thought of walking into a gymnasium and seeing only six opposing players, that's not the way Neil Dixon works.Dixon was a bit disheartened last Friday when his Louisburg College Hurricanes arrived at the Jamestown YMCA for a Region X showdown against long-time rival Guilford Tech.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Thursday, February 11, 2016 12:20 am
| | 1292. |  A busy weekend at LC
LOUISBURG -- Louisburg College had an athletics free-for-all last Saturday as four teams -- men’s basketball, women’s basketball, baseball and fast-pitch softball -- were all in action on campus.
Here’s a look at how each club fared in those and other games from the weekend:
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, February 23, 2011 12:02 am
| | 1293. |  COOPERATIVE EFFORT
Franklin County and area children were able to get in touch with their inner farmer this week.
The Cooperative Extension treated nearly 40 children over two days to trips to local farms and a fishing expedition on Wednesday and Thursday, giving youngsters a peak at life on the farm.
On Wednesday, about 15 children toured a number of farms, including a goat, cattle and fish farm.
CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer / Published Friday, July 16, 2010 11:41 pm
| | 1294. | EAST-WEST COACH PICKS
GREENSBORO -- The North Carolina Coaches Association has released its coaching list for the upcoming East-West All-Star Games in July of 2014.
Staff Reports / Published Wednesday, August 7, 2013 11:54 pm
| | 1295. |  Eight In A Row
LOUISBURG -- Louisburg College's slow start to the 2017-18 men's basketball season certainly wasn't a foreshadowing of things to come.Once sporting an average 4-3 record back in November, the Hurricanes, who are the defending national tournament runner-up squad, have rattled off eight consecutive wins.
GEOFF NEVILLE, Times Sportswriter / Published Wednesday, January 17, 2018 11:39 pm
| | 1296. |  Since when did not doing your job become patriotic?
Perhaps I've missed something, but when did it become patriotic to not do your job? Simply make up some "justification" and then every individual can do what they want to do with no regard for the public they are sworn to serve, their oath of office or the Constitution. We have seen this with a county clerk in Kentucky, some magistrates in North Carolina and now, apparently, we are about to see it with a large segment of the United States Senate.
Larry Marciniak / Published Thursday, February 18, 2016 12:18 am
| | 1297. | JANE FRAZIER KITTRELL
LOUISBURG - Jane Frazier Kittrell, 84, of Louisburg passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 17, 2016 at her home. Jane was born in Vance County on April 12, 1932 to the late Vernice Lassiter and Thomas Worth Frazier. In addition to her parents, Jane was preceded in death by her loving husband, Paul Newcomb Kittrell: and brothers, Fred Frazier, T. W. Frazier Jr., and Kirby Frazier.
Published Tuesday, July 19, 2016 6:06 pm
| | 1298. |  Old jail stabilization project well underway
The stabilization of the exterior of the old Franklin County jail on East Nash Street in Louisburg, begun in July 2016 by the Tar River Center for History and Culture Foundation, is well underway. Plans are to finish the project by the end of December.Constructed in 1874-1875 and heavily renovated in 1924-1925, the old jail housed inmates until 1975, when a new detention facility was completed on Market Street.
Maury York / Published Wednesday, August 30, 2017 11:38 pm
| | 1299. | Interesting election races shaping up
LOUISBURG -- A few more people have announced their intent to seek public office, including two Republicans that guarantee a primary race for a county commissioner seat.Incumbent District 5 Commissioner Don Lancaster announced he will not seek re-election and Republicans Michael Schriver and Patrick Hart have filed for the seat.A Democrat has not filed for that party's nomination in the spring primary.
CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer / Published Thursday, December 10, 2015 12:12 am
| | 1300. | KVA honor roll students named
Kerr Vance Academy recently announced its first quarter honor roll.
Published Thursday, November 6, 2014 12:00 am
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