Saxist returns home

By Ritchie E. Starnes | February 21, 2012 - 4:11pm

Rocky Hock native and accomplished saxophonist Will Tynch will be returning to Edenton as part of an East Carolina University Jazz and Vocal Ensemble concert to be held at Edenton United Methodist Church.

Panel calls for Visitor Center reduction

By Rebecca Bunch | February 21, 2012 - 4:10pm

A staff research panel for the North Carolina General Assembly recommended that the Historic Edenton Visitor Center be closed on Sundays and Mondays each week to save the state money.

Council taps Simpson for seat

By Rebecca Bunch | February 21, 2012 - 4:09pm

The Edenton Town Council has chosen Norma Simpson to complete the unexpired council term of Phyllis Britton, who died late last year.

ECP to tackle ‘Last Mile’ strategies

By Ritchie E. Starnes | February 21, 2012 - 4:08pm

Fresh off resolutions of endorsement from the Edenton Town Council and the Chowan County Board of Commissioners, the Edenton Chowan Partnership (ECP) may have learned its first major project – devise a plan for the area’s “last mile” of broadband connectivity.

Green Energy Fair returns after absence

By Rebecca Bunch | February 21, 2012 - 4:06pm

The Green Energy Fair that will be held next month at the old National Guard Armory in Edenton will offer those who come a firsthand look at ways to save money.

Republicans hold BBQ social

By Rebecca Bunch | February 21, 2012 - 4:04pm

An informal Republican gathering held in Edenton Saturday evening gave those attending a chance to spend time talking about the GOP’s chances in the upcoming election cycle.

New market, deli soon to open

By Ritchie E. Starnes | February 21, 2012 - 4:03pm

A new market and deli with an international flair will soon embark the downtown district.

Cypress trees, bay painting draws onlookers to gallery

By Rebecca Bunch | February 21, 2012 - 3:57pm

In a gallery where many beautiful works of art can be seen there is one in particular that in recent days has drawn admiring glances.

Youth partake in Cupola tea

By Rebecca Bunch | February 14, 2012 - 4:45pm

On Saturday afternoon a small group of girls from the local Boys & Girls Club joined their mothers at the Cupola House for a “Tea with Miss Tilly.

Plans afoot to erect officer memorial

By Ritchie E. Starnes | February 14, 2012 - 4:43pm

Plans are under way to erect a memorial at the Public Safety Center dedicated to officers killed in the line of duty.

Miller buys Evans Funeral Home — owns 4 in Albemarle area

By Rebecca Bunch | February 14, 2012 - 4:42pm

Paul Miller has purchased Evans Funeral Home in Edenton, making it the second local mortuary owned by Miller.

Valentine contest reaps marital insight

By Rebecca Bunch | February 14, 2012 - 4:42pm

About 175 people attended a Valentine-themed program capped by four local couples competing in a Newlywed (or Not So Newlywed) Game on Sunday evening.

Mild temps bring early blooms, weeds

By Rebecca Bunch | February 14, 2012 - 4:41pm

In what can only be described as an unusually mild winter so far, Mother Nature appears to have brought her bounty early.

Junior Fair Board plans fundraisers

By Rebecca Bunch | February 14, 2012 - 4:40pm

The 10-member Chowan County Junior Fair Board has ambitious plans for the coming year.

Steinburg wants NC House seat

By Ritchie E. Starnes | February 14, 2012 - 4:25pm

Monday’s start of the filing period created a flurry of activity at the local Board of Elections.

Bulldogs seek perfect season repeat

By Ritchie E. Starnes | February 14, 2012 - 4:17pm

After falling behind 6 — 22 in the first quarter of play against Bertie, this year’s undefeated season for Chowan Middle School’s boy’s basketball team seemed in peril.

Ellis tapped Business Person of the Year

By Rebecca Bunch | February 7, 2012 - 5:03pm

Five of the area’s top contributors to the community’s betterment were honored at the annual Chamber of Commerce Awards banquet held Thursday evening at the Chowan Golf & Country Club.

100 ways to express yourself

By Rebecca Bunch | February 7, 2012 - 4:59pm

White Oak teacher Brenda Pate encourages her students to develop their own special gifts in the classroom.

Health, fiscal security focus of workshop

By Rebecca Bunch | February 7, 2012 - 4:58pm

Over 50 people attended community wellness workshops held Saturday morning at Warren Grove Missionary Baptist Church.

Web designer pleases local clients

By Rebecca Bunch | February 7, 2012 - 4:58pm

Sunny Web Shops may not exactly be a familiar name around town — but the names of many of its clients are instantly recognizable.

Pit bull plays cupid

By Ritchie E. Starnes | February 7, 2012 - 4:58pm

Despite living in sight of one another’s home, they had never met until a runaway dog crossed their paths.

Edenton-Chowan school lunch prices to rise

By Rebecca Bunch | February 7, 2012 - 4:57pm

The cost of school lunch could rise by as much as 15 to 30 cents next year due to changes in federal nutritional guidelines set to go into effect.

Ritchie E. Starnes: A sandwich makes for a mean weapon

February 7, 2012 - 4:57pm

In this era of suspect judicial rulings, i.e. dismissals and plea bargains, I’ve discovered a de facto form of courthouse punishment.

Voters to get at least 2 new faces

By Ritchie E. Starnes | February 7, 2012 - 4:56pm

Chowan County voters will have at least two new faces on the Board of Commissioners come November.

Hopefuls cite willingness to respond

By Rebecca Bunch | February 7, 2012 - 4:54pm

None of the candidates seeking to fill the remainder of the late Councilwoman Phyllis Britton’s third ward seat has any prior elected office experience, but they’re willing to learn.