The Roanoke-Chowan News Herald

06/11/2026

Scenes from the 44th annual 4-H Livestock Show and Sale held Wednesday, June 10, in Murfreesboro. R-C News-Herald photos by Holly Taylor

06/05/2026

The nomination period is now open for the 2026 "Best Of" the Roanoke-Chowan area.
https://www.roanoke-chowannewsherald.com/contests/best-of-the-roanoke-chowan-a9c840e3

06/05/2026

R-C area locations are in Ahoskie, Roanoke Rapids and Windsor

06/01/2026

Northampton County celebrates Liberation Day

Northampton County’s third annual Liberation Day event was held on Saturday, May 30 at the Creecy Community Center in Rich Square. Festivities kicked off that morning with a parade, followed by several presentations and performances. The event committee presented scholarships to 10 local students. Three elderly residents – Ruth Langford Buffaloe (age 88), Eddie “Jack” Buffaloe, Sr. (age 94), and Bernice Carter (age 93) – were honored as this year’s “Golden Jewels.” Musical performances were provided by the Weldon High School Marching Band. There were also craft and informational vendors along with several food trucks. First approved by the Northampton County Board of Commissioners in 2020, Liberation Day is a county holiday that celebrates the anniversary of the date (July 10, 1865) a Union army soldier made a public declaration of freedom for local enslaved people. R-C News-Herald photos by Holly Taylor

05/21/2026

Northampton County’s Relay for Life celebrated 15 years of raising money for cancer research during their annual event on May 15 at the Cultural and Wellness Center in Jackson. Over the past decade and a half, they have raised $659,583 total with the help of 329 teams and more than 4,700 participants. The event featured a survivor walk and caregiver walk, along with a host of activities and entertainment throughout the evening. Attendees also enjoyed food provided by various teams. Laquitta Green Cooper, who started Northampton’s event and remains as the lead organizer, was honored by the American Cancer Society for her years of dedication and commitment. R-C News-Herald photos by Holly Taylor

05/17/2026

Scenes from Ahoskie Youth Baseball & Softball Opening Day on Saturday, May 16. RC News-Herald photos by Cal Bryant

05/11/2026

Scenes from the annual Mother-Daughter softball game held on Mothers Day (Sunday, May 10) at the Ahoskie Creek ballpark. RC News-Herald photos by Cal Bryant

05/11/2026

School system funding remains at current year level, but with several caveats

03/15/2026

Keep a close eye on Monday's (March 16) weather. To be on the safe side, identify in advance the best place in your home or office to "hunker down" in case of severe storms.

03/13/2026