Members of the Rocky Mount Police Department have completed an extensive, six-hour Fair and Impartial Police Training Course.  This course provided information and scenarios designed to help officers be proactive by recognizing their biases and ensuring they maintain controlled, unbiased responses.  The Rocky Mount Police Department was among the first in the entire state to have all of its officers complete the training.

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Nash Community College will offer an opportunity for local job seekers to put their best foot forward  with an April job fair at the campus Business and Industry Center. According to information from Nash Community College, more than 60 local employers are scheduled to attend.  Both full-and-part time jobs are available.

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Could Rocky Mount become the next “wine country” stop off the interstate? Well, maybe not “wine country,” but could Rocky Mount become a future hotspot for microbreweries, craft ales and beer gardens?  NC Governor Pat McCrory said he could picture these possibilities.

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North Carolina has produced its share of famous individuals. But did you know that several of them have come from our very own Rocky Mount? These men and women have made significant contributions to American culture and education. 

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Whether you’re a fan of soulful Blue Ridge Mountain music or you crave the classic sound of The Platters, North Carolina Wesleyan College’s Dunn Center for the Performing Arts is more than just a beautiful campus landmark; it is a gateway to a series of performances varied enough to suit anyone’s taste.  The Dunn Center, located on the campus of N.C. Wesleyan College, includes the 1,180-seat Minges Auditorium, where residents and visitors can catch the latest in a series of performing arts events. 

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In 1900, the world was very different: Hawaii was just annexed by the United States, the Zeppelin airship had taken its first flight, and Grand Rapids hosted the first nighttime baseball league game. But not everything changes. Through the decades, a downtown Rocky Mount institution has remained in business for 115 years, and in the following weeks, will make quite a splash.

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Residents of Nash and Edgecombe counties can get a sneak peek at the next big innovation as Rocky Mount hosts its own version of the “Shark Tank” television competition. The event takes place in February at the Dunn Center on the campus of NC Wesleyan College.

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Whether you come for team sports or other activities, the Rocky Mount Sports Complex still has a lot to offer, including a walking trail, playground area, and batting cages. It's outdoor living at its finest!

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Operation First Frost is Rocky Mount's second major warrant service in 2014. Here, James Moore - Chief of Police for the City of Rocky Mount Police Department, discusses the outcome of this crime fighting collaboration.

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