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Kyle Stephens
Editor
Gene Metrick
Summer visitors to the Imperial Centre for the Arts and Sciences
are in for an adventurous time of prehistoric revolutions, sweet
treats and wonders of the imagination.
“The Imperial Centre is great several types of dinosaurs and may simulations as well as the museum’s
place to visit year-round,” said even make a surprising discovery Live Animal Gallery and Imagination
Alicyn Wiedrich, arts curator for the regarding the prehistoric creatures’ Playground.
Arts Center housed in its building. supposed demise. “We look to have exhibits that
“However, in the summer we have “We’re finding that the parents engage both children and parents,”
so much going on, from Downtown are enjoying it as much as the kids Long said. “We’re aware that parents
LIVE! every other Thursday and Lawn because it’s a quiz,” said Sheila Long, make the decisions about where to go,
Chair Theater every other Friday. And supervisor of recreation services for so we want them to have a good time
the exhibits are extremely affordable.” the city of Rocky Mount. “There’s a as well.”
Dinosaur Revolution, a temporary miniature zipline and a fossil dig — so Families can beat the summer
exhibit in the Science Center through many fun things to do.” heat by perusing the eye-catching,
Aug. 26, invites children to explore a Children also are encouraged to mouth-watering Sweet Treat exhibit
maze of Mesozoic missions as junior engage in interactive play in the in the Children’s Museum. The
paleontologists. They will learn about Doctor’s Office and Farmer’s Market exhibit, which features Margaret
As a parent, caring for your family is your number one priority. Ours, too. From pre-natal and
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mill house was built and the restaurant is than beer like gin, scotch, bourbon or fire pizza place in the area, and everything
centered on being a tavern featuring classic whiskey. is going to be baked in that oven whether
tavern favorites like burgers and fish and The restaurant also features local dessert it’s bread or lasagna,” Covington Chaviz
chips while also venturing out into dishes selections from Miranda’s Sweet Addictions said. “What that does is allow the food to
not currently seen in the Rocky Mount and Pound by Pound Specialty Bakery, be cooked really well, but there is also a
area. Gaines added. crispiness to the crust and a flavor to the
“If you didn’t know we were behind it, Tipsy Tomato was the first restaurant to crust that you get from a wood fire oven
then you wouldn’t have known it’s the same open at the Rocky Mount Mills, and owner that you don’t get from a traditional pizza
two guys,” said Gaines, who is also head Angelo Carlone knew that becoming a oven. This also gives Angelo a great chance
chef of both restaurants. “With both of us tenant there would take his local pizzeria to to be creative with the type of pizza he
growing up in the Northeast, we saw tavern the next level. The renovated mill house the wants to make.”
written all over this place. We wanted to pizza restaurant occupies has some seating Carlone said he loves the family-friendly
make sure this place didn’t mirror Lou inside the restaurant and outside tables and atmosphere associated with the Rocky
Reda or any other restaurant in Rocky chairs on the patio deck for people to eat Mount Mills, as weekends are filled with
Mount because we need more variety in and enjoy the fresh air. people throughout the campus enjoying
Rocky Mount. With this being a pub, we’re “It’s been huge,” Carlone said, “and craft beer and engaging in other activities
trying to bring a little more excitement to people have been lining up before we that the Mills hosts during the year.
Rocky Mount.” open the doors for dinner. We’ve had a “I feel like the community support here
Reda said Lou Reda’s is geared a little tremendous response from the community. at the Mills is through the roof, and it’s
more toward family and fun, while Tipsy Tomato also sells domestic beer only going to grow,” he said. “Eventually,
Tap@1918 is more for adult fun where and features a custom wood fire oven, you’re going to see out-of-town consumers
people can hang out, drink a few beers, eat which allows it to stand out from other come here, so that will allow me to have
some burgers and watch sports on the big local pizza establishments, said Evan my product reach people that aren’t from
screen TVs. Covington Chavez, development manager here. That’s going to be a big deal to get
“Lou Reda is more of a different place of the Rocky Mount Mills. my product out further, and definitely the
where you may go there for a meal and may “As far as I know, this is the only wood Mills is on the verge of blowing up.”
get a drink and may not,” he said. “Here
it’s the other way, where we want you to go
for the drink, cocktail and here we have 20
beers on tap and then we have some great
food to eat.”
The 3,500-square-foot mill house where
Tap@1918 is located features seating for
160 people with 56 seats on the porch and
30 on the outside patio. The inside of the
restaurant has seating for the main dining
room, including five flatscreen TVs and a
back dining room area for seating equipped
with more flatscreen TVs.
Gaines said the restaurant brought
down a friend from Rhode Island, who
is a renowned cocktail mixologist, to put Chantay Sanders pours a beer
in a cocktail program at Tap@1918 for for a customer at the Tap@1918
customers looking for something other at the Rocky Mount Mills.
By Corey Davis
By Patrick Mason
Construction workers work on the Rocky Mount Event Center.
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Georgettae Turrentine recently moved “It was well worth it,” Turrentine said. Arts & Sciences and listen to a variety of
from Rocky Mount to Tarboro with her “You want your kids to have safe and live musicians who play everything from
husband, Preston, and three children. affordable fun. It was local, and we didn’t beach music to R&B and oldies.
The Turrentines always are looking for have to go to Raleigh or anywhere to get Lawn Chair Theatre invites people of
activities to keep three girls ages 3-9 active it. It was a nice change of scenery.” all ages to the Imperial Centre’s lawn for
and engaged. Events such as Happening on the family-oriented movies every other Friday
It only took a few steps for them to Common, which featured rides for evening from May to July. It’s another free
achieve that goal on a June weekend children, music and vendors, are not event where children can also participate
when the family walked down the street limited to yearly spots on the calendar. in crafts prior to the movie beginning at
from their home and enjoyed the 2018 The city of Rocky Mount offers its nightfall.
Happening on the Common event in residents some weekly series during Summer Night Lights features many
downtown Tarboro. the Discover Downtown event series, of the city’s parks and is a weekly Friday
Happening on the Common is one of which includes its Juneteenth festival, night event that allows families to come
just many family-oriented festivals and Downtown Live, Lawn Chair Theatre and out and enjoy music, crafts and games for
events the Twin Counties has to offer its Summer Night Lights events and more. children.
residents, and it is a welcomed feeling for Downtown Live! takes place every other Yearly events in the city of Rocky
residents like the Turrentines, who are Thursday evening beginning and May Mount include its Juneteenth Festival,
natives of Maryland and remained in the and ending in September. It’s a free event which in recent years has feature nationally
area after graduating from N.C. Wesleyan and gives the chance for adults to gather acclaimed recording acts such as Dru Hill,
College. on the lawn of the Imperial Centre for the Avant and Silk.
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“These are opportunities to provide
family-friendly events to citizens of Rocky
Mount and visitors to our area while
showcasing downtown Rocky Mount,” said
Tameka Kenan-Norman, the city’s chief
communications and marketing officer.
The city’s Eastern Carolina BBQ
Throwdown each October welcomes
residents from across the state to take part
in a professional cooking competition that
includes chicken, pork ribs, pork, and beef
& brisket.
Those who wish to continue traveling
down U.S. 64 in the Twin Counties can also
enjoy Nashville’s yearly Blooming Festival in
May that features a weekend of amusement
rides, vendors, live music acts and more.
Twin Counties events and festivals
aren’t limited to the summer, as many areas
celebrate the holidays with parades and
more.
For addition information on events, visit
rockymountnc.gov, Tarboro-nc.com or 1
townofnashville.gov.
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A RICH HISTORY
1979 - RMEP was originally established in 1979 as a joint venture between JI Case and
Cummins Engine Company and was named Consolidated Diesel Company (CDC).
1983 - The first engine was produced at CDC for North America and European markets.
1993 - DC added 11 megawatts of on-site generating power using Cummins/Onan technology.
The 1 millionth engine was produced at CDC in June.
1996 - CDC introduced the 4-valve head technology to improve emissions.
2001 - The 2 millionth engine was produced at CDC in October.
2008 - After 25 years, Cummins purchased the full share of CDC and was renamed Rocky
Mount Engine Plant (RMEP).
2010 - The 3 millionth engine was produced at RMEP in June.
2013 - Marine engine assembly moved to RMEP.
2017 - The 4 millionth engine was produced at RMEP in March.
2018 - April was the highest production month in RMEP’s history.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
- 10 education partners in surrounding districts, including community colleges, public school
systems, libraries and community partners
- Recorded more than 20,000 volunteer hours with education and community partners over the
last two years (with more than 70 percent employee participation)
- Established The Strategic Twin Counties Education Partnership (STEP) to improve the
educational opportunities for students from early childhood to career readiness.
- 10 equality of opportunity partners and three environmental partners
- 2017 United Way campaign raised $503,448 after a Cummins Foundation match for the local
agency branch
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Technological advances in manufacturing and the increase in demand make RMEP and
Cummins Manufacturing an exciting place to work. RMEP offers career opportunities in a
number of fields, including:
❯ Manufacturing Operations
❯ Quality Roles and Analytics
❯ Industrial Technology North Carolina is a great state,
❯ Material Handling
❯ Engineering (multiple disciplines) Rocky Mount is a great community,
❯ Supply Chain – Planning and Logistics and Cummins has a very giving workforce.
❯ Information Technology
It’s a privilege for us to be here
❯ Administrative Services
❯ Finance Technicians and to be involved.
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1) Construction is being done to five one-bedroom and five two-bedroom luxury apartments Wednesday at The Villager apartments.
2) Construction workers from Del Toro Concrete Works Inc. smooth out concrete on the steps leading up to a new housing unit
Monday in Beal Street Square Apartments. 3) Renovated homes line River Drive at the Mill Village in Rocky Mount. 4) Renovated
homes line River Drive at the Mill Village in Rocky Mount.
Tired of the hustle and bustle of the Triangle, a lot of folks are
looking elsewhere, with many sights set on Rocky Mount.
The Twin Counties with Rocky of this year, according to Zillow, an online The median monthly apartment rent for
Mount at its center is the new home to real estate marketer. May 20 to Jun 20 was $775, according to
retirees and millennials alike, according to In addition to those single-family Trulia, a real estate market website.
local real estate agents. homes, there are usually several multi- For folks who find such prices
To start, Rocky Mount is within half a family homes listed. a little out of reach, Rocky Mount
day’s travel to the beaches and mountains Sixty-two percent of Rocky Mount also has a robust stock of affordable
on U.S. 64 and located halfway between residents own their homes. The median housing. Stable, quality and affordable
Florida and New York on Interstate 95. sales price for homes in Rocky Mount housing is key to sustainable, strong
Houses cost less and property tax rates from March 21 to June 20 was $131,750 and growing communities, according
are lower than many other areas. The based on 156 home sales. The average to the Rocky Mount Housing
housing market is on an upward trend, price per square foot for Rocky Mount Authority. The Section 8 agency is
from 132 homes for sale in June 2016, was $73, an increase of 4 percent committed to helping families move
485 homes in June 2017 and 520 in June compared to the same period last year. from dependency to self-sufficiency.
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By Patrick Mason
Just off the walking trail in Rocky Mount’s Battle Park, Henry James
sat on a portable folding chair with one hand on a fishing rod.
His line was cast into the Tar different lakes, reservoirs and rivers Black powder from Sept. 29-Oct. 12
River, hoping for a nibble. to utilize — if not willing to head and gun from Oct. 13-Jan. 1, 2019.
“I’ve had some bites, but I’ve got a a couple hours to coastal waterways Here’s some fishing info from the
few more places to hit today” James — Rocky Mount holds its own as a N.C. Wildlife Resource Commission,
said on the pier. “This is one of my fisherman’s paradise. including what types of species to
spots. There’s another in Sunset Park For those looking to fish from a expect in some of the more popular
up the river, too.” boat, Sunset Park has a ramp that destinations:
James said he spends a couple dips into the water for boating access. • Sunset Park: The main species
days each week fishing off the shore The North Carolina Wildlife of fish that can be found here are
on various waterways. And he isn’t Resource Commission is also gearing catfish, crappie, largemouth bass and
alone. Those searching for outdoor up for hunting season. Hunting sunfish.
adventures in Rocky Mount have education courses must be completed • Battle Park: American shad,
plenty of options to choose from, before hunting, and classes are catfish, crappie, hickory shad,
including fishing, hunting and even offered online or in-person. There largemouth bass, striped bass,
a little climbing at one of the parks are 18 classes happening in July, with sunfish.
minutes away. more scheduled at various locations • Access off N.C. 97: american
City Lake and the Rocky Mount in August. shad, catfish, crappie, hickory
Reservoir are popular destinations Deer hunting season opens in shad, largemouth bass, striped bass,
to drop in a line, through with 49 Sept., with archery from Sept. 8-28. sunfish.
By Patrick Mason
Looking for ways to spend time outdoors in Rocky Mount shouldn’t be overwhelming.
The warm weather, which exists the summer heat. The spray park operates a taste of that.”
throughout most of the year, is inviting from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. each day, and even Speaking of pools, Denton Street
to those looking for adventures outside of has concessions for those staying a while. Pool, a public swimming option, is open
the home. The food options range from popcorn and available to use for $3 per session.
Standard options like going for a to ice cream and snow cones. Each session is two hours long, ranging
run, or a stroll in one of the many parks Sunset park was even fitted with a from time slots 10 a.m. to noon, 1 p.m.
are always available. Other avenues like miniature train that offers rides to up to 3 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
playing basketball or tennis can are to 36 passengers, and a carousel back in Eight competitive swimming lanes,
options. With nearly 50 parks within 1952. Both survived a 1999 flood. water slides, diving boards and even a
the eastern North Carolina town, the “It’s a good environment for the kids spray area make this a popular option in
options are endless. to play,” said Tanisha Daniels, who was at the summer.
Sunset Park, which sits along the Tar the spray park during a recent weekday In addition to wet ideas, a nearby
River, is complete with a sand volleyball with her three children. “You don’t have dog park with three pens, including an
pit, tennis courts, basketball courts, a to worry about them as much as you enclousure for small dogs, another for
skate park and even a kid-friendly spray would a pool. We had a sprinkler growing larger dogs and a third pen complete
park which offers a way to cool off from up when I was a kid, and this gives them with an agility course.
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Briana Jackson, 10, left, holds Essence Gilchrist, 2, as they come out Jeremiah Bulluck, 11, center, jumps to high-five Rocky Mount Senior
from underneath a waterfall at Denton Street Pool. Police Officer Joseph Palmer, left, as he scores a run during the Badges
for Baseball game at Buck Leonard Park.
The park is open to all from dawn People play the course throughout the Allison said she remembers
to dusk, with a mission statement to day and come from all over. playing with a Frisbee on various
“offer the citizens of Rocky Mount a Tim Brandt, a 46-year-old Wilson family vacations to the beach and
safe area to interact with their canine resident, was tugging a rolling bag figured that picking up disc golf
companions; ultimately designed to filled with different discs. He and with her father would be a fun
advance the humane treatment of his daughter, Allison, were on hole challenge.
dogs and responsible pet ownership,” three, playing the course for the “We’re not really that good,”
according to the website. second time in as many days. she said. “But it’s become a pretty
The park has enjoyed lots of success “We love to come out here,” addictive sport. You can play around
and has attracted pet owners from Brandt said. “We came out here trees, and the dog park is nearby
across Eastern North Carolina. one day last year, kind of bonded so you sometimes see some cute
More, still, is a disc golf course that together over our shared interest in puppies. It’s just nice to spend a few
wraps 17 holes around Sunset Park. picking up new hobbies.” hours outside when you have time.”
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The Tarboro Edgecombe Chamber of Commerce is a coalition of businesses working together for the commerce and economic development of Edgecombe
County. The Chamber is the place where visitors gain their first impression of the hospitality and soundness of our community and trusted place for
information gathering.
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The Chamber connects businesses seeking your services. Networking events offer one-on-one opportunities to promote your business.
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The Chamber promotes your business 24/7 through our website, social media and staff support. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff answer hundreds of
inquiries a year relative to every imaginable question concerning the city and area.
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The Chamber provides a clearinghouse of information needed by prospective industrialists, visitors, potential residents, and local businesses who are interested
in learning more about the area and local business.
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We are a sound investment in your Business Plan, The Shapiro Group, an Atlanta-based strategic planning group states “When consumers know that a small
business is a member of the Chamber of Commerce, they are 49% more likely to think favorably of it and 80% more likely to purchase goods or services from
the company in the future.” Making membership a must for your strategic marketing plan!
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RECREATION
1) Harriet Buss rides her bike during the cycling 5K at the Senior Games Monday at the Sports Complex. 2) Tynashia Garrett from Red Oak Middle
School swims in the Middle School Girls 25 yard race during the Adaptive Swimming Championships at the Harrison Family YMCA. 3) Tyrees
Wiggins, 11, left, of the Kansas City Monarchs, pulls up his new socks prior to the Buck Leonard League’s opening game at Buck Leonard Park.
By Jessie H. Nunery
By Samuel Evers
By Corey Davis
Local companies and more living options are part of the continued growth of the 150-
acre mixed-use development on the Tar River known as the Rocky Mount Mills.
Local companies and more living options large windows, large glass conference rooms, the 150-acre mixed-use campus on the Tar
are part of the continued growth of the 150- wifi and a contemporary break room for River.
acre mixed-use development on the Tar employees. The space will oversee the scenic The Telegram is expected to move into
River known as the Rocky Mount Mills. view overlooking to the Tar River. the Mills this fall and will occupy 5,500
The first corporate tenant that signed a “Envolve Vision was founded more than square feet of space in the main mill building
long-term lease in the Rocky Mount Mills 30 years ago in Rocky Mount, and we are currently being completely remodeled.
is slated to become operational in its new delighted to be able to relocate and remain “As newsmakers in the community,
space this summer. Envolve Vision, an in our hometown,” Lavely said. “This will be we’re excited to welcome Rocky Mount’s
integrated health care solutions company, a world class environment that will enhance local newspaper to campus,” said Evan
formerly called OptiCare Managed Vision, our service to our customers.” Covington Chavez, real estate development
is scheduled to be up and running in its Envolve Vision earlier this year opened manager for Rocky Mount Mills and
more than 23,000-square-foot space on Envolve Optical, a stand-alone optical retail Capitol Broadcasting Co. “The Telegram
the upper floor in the Main Mill building store in a 1,320-square-foot remodeled Mill is a fantastic organization that has played
by Aug. 27, said Dennis Crossen, manager home. Envolve Optical is located across a pivotal role in this community for 118
of transportation and facilities at Envolve the street from the Mills’ campus. Michael years. They’ve seen and reported on Rocky
Vision. Forrester, senior director of account services Mount Mills and now they get to be a part
Crossen added Envolve will have 126 for Envolve Vision, said the space has two of its rebuilding.”
full-time staff relocating from its three employees that includes a full-time optician, The Telegram has been located at 1000
offices on 112 Zebulon Court. The multiple Karen Hobbs. Hunter Hill in Rocky Mount since 2008.
departments going to the Mills will include Forrester said the retail establishment has The 18,600-square-foot building was once
the claims operations, contact center, the largest selection of frames customers can a former YMCA building. Before coming
account services, network managment, find in the area. Envolve Optical is open to to Hunter Hill Road, the Telegram spent
utilization management and information the public from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday 10 years on Tiffany Boulevard in Tiffany
technology resources. through Friday. Square.
Envolve Vision CEO David Lavely Joining Envolve Vision in the Rocky “We’re looking forward to moving into
said the space will assist the company Mount Mills will be the area’s longtime our new space at Rocky Mount Mills later
in workforce recruiting. The company’s daily newspaper that began publication in this year,” said John K. Cooke Jr., president
modern space will include original wood October 1910. The Rocky Mount Telegram of Cooke Communications North Carolina,
floors, high ceilings, exposed brick walls, will relocate its editorial and business staff to which has owned the Telegram since August
By Jenny White
1) North East Carolina Prep School freshman Wilson Johnson, 15, left, embroiders lettering on the spring semester quilt that Susan Cloer’s Art I class
is creating as freshman Melissa Coleman, 15, works on her batik panel for the quilt at the school. 2) Jaiyonni Moore, 6, left, reads a book to Miss
Cameron in a tent for progress monitoring testing in the media center at Williford Elementary School. 3) Elizabeth Winstead, 15, left, Meghan Routhier,
15, center and Edward Barnhill, 15 look at a book together in the Commons, a new addition to campus at Rocky Mount Academy.
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Since opening in downtown Tarboro earlier this year, Allen Outfitters has worked to become your #1 sporting good and outdoor supply store. In
addition to our extensive selection of guns, ammo, and accessories, we also carry a wide range of products for all outdoor activities, including
coolers, fishing rods, reels, and lures, archery equipment, camping supplies, and so much more.
In addition, we provide so much more than outdoor supplies. We also provide Kayak and Canoe rentals, so you can experience the beauty of a trip
down the Tar River. We also offer guided fishing tours with everything taken care of—all you have to do is get in the boat.
We also offer concealed carry classes, as a way of helping train our customers in the responsible use of firearms, because we believe very strongly
that with the possession of a firearm, should come the responsibility of using it properly to better ensure the safety of yourself, your property, and
your loved ones.
We have also undertaken the design and production of a bulletproof bookbag as a means of providing quick-deploy protection in active shooter
events. You may have seen it in the Telegram, the Tarboro Weekly, and on WITN. After seeing the reception the news of our development of the
bookbags garnered, we are in the process of trying to get these bookbags distributed on a national scale.
We here at Allen Outfitters take very seriously our commitment to responsible outdoor safety, whatever your activity in our community, and for all.
We believe you should have the best equipment we can provide to you and will help you to get the most out of it. Come by and see us today!
By Corey Davis
If you’re a motorist that has driven around town, chances are you’ve
probably had to stop because of some road work taking place.
Currently, crews are at work on height clearance and accommodate the Road from alternate U.S. 64 to Leggett
the U.S. 301 Bypass widen project. road widening. Road.
In June 2017, the Department of Past traffic accident data reported Tulloss said there will be several other
Transportation awarded a $28 million during a five-year stretch revealed 233 road projects that will be constructed
contract for the project to PLT-RBP JV crashes, 103 injuries and one fatality in the Twin Counties between this
Construction in Wilson. on the U.S. 301 corridor. year and 2022. The projects include
Crews have been working on a “The whole objective is safety a more than $45 million project on
two-mile section of U.S. 301 Bypass because with (U.S.) 301 being such a Interstate 95 at Sunset Avenue to add
between Benvenue Road and May high-volume area that we’ve had quite an interchange and widen the road to
Drive that started by Inchiban Japanese a lot of accidents, but we think this multi-lanes.
Steakhouse and will end by Golden project is going to revoluntionize that Other projects down the road
East Crossing mall, where the roads road and really help with economy and inclued an estimated $16 million
will widen from four lanes to six lanes businesses there once we get it done,” project to replace the bridge and
by adding an additional lane in each said Rocky Mount businessman Gus upgrade the interchange at I-95 and
direction with a hybrid synchronized Tulloss, Division 4 state Board of N.C. 4. In addition, a more than $30
street design. Transportation member. million project to add multi-lanes at
Also, two bridges have been replaced Smaller ongoing road projects Eastern Avenue from Red Oak Road to
— one being over Stony Creek as the include an $8 million project to widen Old Carriage Road, and a more than
new bridge will better be able to handle Hunter Hill Road to four lanes from $28 million project for Old Carriage
potential floodwaters, officials said. Country Club Road to Winstead Road from Green Hills Road to Eastern
The bridge over U.S. 64 on Sunset Avenue. In Edgecombe County, a $5 Avenue to add a center turn lane and
Avenue has been replaced to improve million project will widen Springfield widen the bridge over U.S. 64.
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