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Weldon investigates links to Garysburg drive-by
Weldon police are investigating to determine whether a drive-by shooting in Scoco Park Monday is related to one that occurred in Garysburg. “We're looking at some similarities that makes me believe...
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Three arrested on gun, drug violations
Erratic driving on Highway 158 last week resulted in the arrests of three men on drug and gun violations, Halifax County Sheriff Wes Tripp reported. From left, Antonio Story, Andra Story and Webb. Last...
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Ten shots fired in Garysburg drive-by
Ten shots were fired from what is believed to be a high-powered assault rifle during a drive-by shooting in Garysburg this morning. Assistant Garysburg Police Chief Melvin Garner said no one was...
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Roanoke Rapids on early release Wednesday
Roanoke Rapids Graded Schools will operate on an early release schedule Wednesday due to the current weather situation. The schedule is as follows: 7:30 a.m to 11 a.m. - Chaloner Middle School 8:00...
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Summit area B&E suspects face more counts
Two already jailed for break-ins in the Summit area were charged on additional counts. The latest counts, according to Detective J.M. Clark of the Halifax County Sheriff's Office, stem from a separate...
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May 6 primary candidate list for Tuesday
The following is the updated list of those who have filed to run for various offices in the May 6 primary: U.S. Senate Republican Mark Everette Harris of Raleigh. Republican William Theodore Alexander...
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Latest Wednesday early school releases
Here are the latest reported early releases and one closing:Â Cornerstone closes at noon. Halifax Academy closes at 11:30 a.m. Halifax County Schools are closed. Northampton County Schools closing at...
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HRMC sets inclement weather schedule
Halifax Regional has adjusted its operations schedule due to the inclement weather forecast. All essential personnel will report to the Medical Center to maintain regular operations of the hospital and...
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HCC closing at 4 p.m.
Halifax Community College will close at 4 p.m. today. Staff and students are advised to check HCC alert system for further information. Â
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City closing at 1 p.m.
The city of Roanoke Rapids will close at 1 p.m. today. Only essential services will be open Thursday. Â
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Halifax government offices closing at 3 p.m.
Halifax County government will close at 3 p.m. today Government offices will be closed Thursday.
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Man charged with texting photo of genitals
A 21-year-old Scotland Neck man has been charged with one count of disseminating obscenity to a 12-year-old girl after allegedly sending a photo of his genitals via text message. Detective Harold...
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74-year-old charged with illegal weapon possession
A 74-year-old Garysburg man has been charged with possession of a firearm by a felon. Detective Obert Wiltsie of the Halifax County Sheriff's Office said the agency received a report that Bennie Lee...
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Shelters to open at 6 this evening
Halifax County will open shelters for citizens at 6 p.m. They are located at: The Kirkwood Adams Community Center on Hamilton Street in Roanoke Rapids. Hollister Elementary School on Highway 561....
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All schools, government offices closed
All schools and government offices across the area will be closed Thursday.
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Troopers respond to at least 20 wrecks
The state Highway Patrol responded to at least 20 wrecks overnight. Trooper J.D. Warren said there were only a couple of crashes that involved injuries, those being minor. He did say a state Department...
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Weldon has second drive-by
A second drive-by shooting in the last three days occurred in Weldon Wednesday night. With one in Garysburg also reported, this makes the third drive-by this week. Halifax County Sheriff Wes Tripp said...
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Fed drug dealer nabbed in Heights sting
A man on federal probation was one of a pair arrested Wednesday in the execution of a search on Godley Street in the Lincoln Heights community. Federal court records show Tryon Mills was indicted on...
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Roanoke Rapids on 3-hour delay; school saturday
The Roanoke Rapids Graded School District will operate on a three-hour delay Friday and will also operate on an early release schedule Saturday. The Saturday schedule is as follows: 7:30 a.m to 11 a.m....
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Additional Friday delays
Gaston College Prep delayed two hours. Halifax Academy delayed until 11 a.m. Halifax Community College delayed until 10 a.m. Halifax County Schools delayed until 11 a.m. Northeast Academy delayed two...
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