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12/08/2025

12/08/2025

Due to the winter weather advisory issued for Edgecombe County, tomorrow, Monday December 8, 2025, will be a remote learning day for all students. Students should not report to school campuses. Tomorrow will be a remote workday for staff.

Students and families should check ClassDojo or their school email for instructions and assignments from their teachers.

Thank you for your understanding as we work to keep everyone safe.

12/08/2025

Good evening, NCPS Families,

Due to inclement weather, all Nash County Public Schools will be closed for students and staff on Monday, December 8, 2025.

Essential Personnel: Please report at your regular time if it is safe to do so.

Additionally, all evening activities, including after-school care and athletics, have been canceled.

We will keep you updated about Tuesday, December 9, 2025. We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students, staff, and community.

Please stay safe during this time.

Thank you,
NCPS

12/08/2025

Schools Closed - Mon., Dec. 8, 2025

Wilson County Schools will be closed for students and staff on Mon., Dec. 8 because of the threat of inclement weather and the potential for it to worsen throughout the day. This decision was made based on the latest weather briefing from the National Weather Service and with guidance from Wilson County Emergency Management. All afterschool activities and athletics scheduled for Dec. 8 are cancelled. Central Office is closed, as well as the Before and Afterschool Care Programs, Daycare Programs and Pre-K Programs. The Wilson County Board of Education meeting will be rescheduled. Please stay safe!

12/04/2025

Due to the forecast of inclement weather, Nash County Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay for staff and students on December 5, 2025.

Essential Personnel: Please report at your regular time if it is safe to do so.
Breakfast: Breakfast will be available at schools as usual.

Drop Off Times: Students may be dropped off forty minutes prior to the delayed start of their school day.

After School Activities: All after-school activities and athletic programs will proceed as scheduled.

2 Hour Delay Schedule is below:
• Traditional High Schools: 9:30 a.m.
• Elementary Schools: 10:00 a.m.
• Middle Schools: 10:30 a.m.
• Nash Early College High School, CITI High, and Tar River Academy: 11:15 a.m.

We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff. For any inquiries, please contact your student’s school. We will closely monitor the weather conditions, and we will provide updates as needed.

Stay safe and take care,
Nash County Public Schools

12/02/2025

1964 The Tribute, Beatles tribute band, returns to The Dunn Center, Friday December, 5th. You don't want to miss it!

11/10/2025

From RMPD:

Body Recovered from Tar River; Investigation Underway

The Rocky Mount Police Department is investigating the discovery of a body in the Tar River. The incident was reported earlier today, prompting a multi-agency response.

INCIDENT SUMMARY

On Monday, November 10, 2025, at approximately 9:30 a.m., The Rocky Mount Fire Department were called to a rescue incident involving a male subject floating face down in the Tar River near the 1100 block of Falls Road

The Rocky Mount Fire Department’s Swift Water Emergency Rescue Team deployed, locating and recovering the body from the water.

The Rocky Mount Police Department, in cooperation with the Rocky Mount Fire Department, has initiated a thorough investigation to identify the individual and determine the circumstances surrounding this incident.

ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE

Falls Road is currently closed at Ridge Street to facilitate the ongoing investigation. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes. The roadway will remain closed until further notice. Updates will be provided as the situation develops.

No additional details are available at this time. Anyone who may have information relevant to this incident is urged to contact the Rocky Mount Police Department.

11/05/2025

Wilson County

11/05/2025

Nash County

11/05/2025

Edgecombe County

11/05/2025

Kyle Pritchard remains Mayor of Spring Hope

11/05/2025

Charles Roberson wins Rocky Mount City Council Ward 3