North Carolina Nov 16, 2009
Major Rivers: Neuse River, Roanoke River, Yadkin River. Major Lakes: Lake Mattamuskeet, Lake Phelps, Lake Waccamaw. (CBS News -- US)
Nor'easter Pummels Hampton Roads Nov 13, 2009
The Roanoke River also was expected to flood Thursday. Dominion Power reported more than 77,000 customers without electricity in Virginia and North Carolina, with nearly 70,000 of them in southeast Virginia. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Click to read:Ida's Torrents Drench Atlantic Coast Nov 13, 2009
The Roanoke River also was expected to flood Thursday. Dominion Power reported more than 32,400 customers without electricity in Virginia and North Carolina, with more than 26,850 of them in southeast Virginia. (CBS News)
Waning Idas downpours swamp Mid-Atlantic coast Nov 13, 2009
In western Virginia, flooding and downed trees blocked several roads, and the Roanoke River was expected to flood Thursday. The rain blocked roads and closed schools throughout the area. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Sound off! 10/22/09 Oct 23, 2009
Many people don t know that much of what goes on is done by volunteers who donate their time, expertise and expense to make the event successful ; The Roanoke River Antique Engine and Tractor Club have been a large part of Halifax Harvest Days for years ... On Saturday, they have an antique tractor pull ; I would like to commend the Roanoke River Antique Engine and Tractor Club for a job well done and personally thank them for their contribution to Halifax Harvest Days success. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Halifax County one step closer to $2 million Oct 10, 2009
Strong contenders for the funds came from Halifax County for the Halifax Corporate Park Site Improvements ( 400,000) and Halifax Tourism for the Roanoke River Low Country Tour ( 133,844). While other applicants weren t out of the running, Guerlach had several questions as to their feasibility and how they would have a positive effect on the county. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Ducks take a dip, community wins Sep 15, 2009
Around 2 p.m. they were set free into the Roanoke River at the Weldon Bridge where they swam, floated and drifted, dodging rocks and boulders, fell gracefully and tumbling out of control down the rapids in a race to the finish line in River Falls Park where they were swept up by eager Chamber volunteers. First place winner was Brenda True, who got the grand prize of 500 for her little quacker. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Big Sweep to begin Sept. 1 Sep 2, 2009
In the Roanoke River Basin, which Caswell is a part, 1,935 volunteers retrieved more than 53,790 pounds of debris covering and estimated 254 miles during the 2008 North Carolina Big Sweep. All 100 counties in North Carolina are expected to participate in this much-needed cleanup. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Teamwork is key to creating a stronger Valley Aug 29, 2009
Tom Myrick attended the event representing the Roanoke River Basin Association. He said he believes strongly, education is the number one priority. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Fetch in the water Aug 19, 2009
These kayakers were trying their skills on the rapids of the Roanoke River Sunday and giving their dog a chance at a watery game of fetch. These kayakers were trying their skills on the rapids of the Roanoke River Sunday and giving their dog a chance at a watery game of fetch. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Water transfer draws opposition Jul 18, 2009
LAKE GASTON Gene Addesso, president of the Roanoke River Basin Association, community leaders and county officials met with Rep ... According to Addesso, the Roanoke River Basin Association is setting up a coalition in the Lower Basin area to deal with IBT matters in a combined and more powerful way. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Community involved in dream for The Avenue Jul 14, 2009
At the end of the 19 th century, our first investors realized the potential of the mighty Roanoke River to generate enormous power for production. To locate textile mills in an entirely agricultural county that was experiencing severe pressures in the post-war South meant the availability of many laborers, desperate for a way to support their families. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Live life on the wild side Jul 11, 2009
His photos have been used by The Nature Conservancy, Wildlife in North Carolina , Orion Afield Magazine, North Carolina Aquarium, Roanoke Canal Museum , Roanoke River Partners and the National Park Service ... Vision Quest, A Visual Journey through North Carolina s Lower Roanoke River Basin, was published in 1999. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Things to do in the Valley Jul 10, 2009
Carl Galie Jr. of Winston-Salem will exhibit his nature photo prints and photography books of the Roanoke River and other North Carolina wildlife areas July 13 through Aug. 14, at the Halifax County Art Council s Gallery at 1027 Roanoke Ave. A Sip & See for Galie will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday, July 13. The artist and author will be selling his beautiful vibrant nature photos and his books about his photographic journeys spent over a period of years as he captured the unique landscapes of... (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Grounding of sweeper could lead to drainage issues Jun 22, 2009
It s to keep sediment out of storm drainage which leads to the water (including the Roanoke River and streams). There are already signs the street sweeper is not running. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Chambergrass blooms on the river Jun 4, 2009
Kim Koskela and Dave Schwartz, better known as Chambergrass, first met in 2004 while fishing for shad along the banks of the Roanoke River ... On the banks of the Roanoke River, the two musicians made a pact: She would provide the bluegrass knowledge and he would teach her the intricacies of classical music. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
2008-2009: The year of the Chargers Jun 3, 2009
Steve Ellis wrote on May 28, 2009 8:05 PM:" The story contains an error. The 1979 baseball team, of which I was a member, won the Roanoke River Conference championship. After finishing in a tie for first Weldon beat Northwest Halifax in a 1-game playoff, to advance to the state playoffs where they faced a Perquimmans County High squad in the 1st round that featured the nephew of Catfish Hunter as its pitcher. ". Write a Comment. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Memorial Day services planned May 23, 2009
Music following the ceremony will be provided by the Roanoke River Band. Admission is free, however donations will be accepted for support of the Veteran s Center. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Water system asks for $7 million May 13, 2009
The company recently filed documents of intent with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources to double their intake from the Roanoke River at Kerr Lake ... There are no plans to return any of the water to the Roanoke River. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Muddle at Roanoke Canal Museum May 5, 2009
ROANOKE RAPIDS Just as in centuries before, muddle was being served beside the Roanoke River Saturday afternoon and folks from all over the river area, from Williamston to Gaston, stopped by to try some of the historic fish stew ... Bateau were long, barge-type river boats used for tansportation and transporting goods up and down the Roanoke River and the river canals for many years ... Lucia Peel Powe wrote Roanoke Rock Muddle, a work of fiction set along the river in her native Williamston and... (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Successful striped bass season ends Thursday Apr 30, 2009
We are not planning to extend the striped bass season this spring in the Roanoke River, Nelson said yesterday afternoon ... Anglers are required to use a single barbless hook or a lure with a single barbless hook when fishing in the upper Roanoke River from April 1 through June 30 ... The upper Roanoke River is defined as the main river channel and all tributaries, upstream from the U.S. Highway 258 Bridge, near Scotland Neck, to Roanoke Rapids Lake Dam. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Rockfish Muddle Day is Saturday Apr 30, 2009
Rockfish Muddle Day is proud to be sponsored by a number of local businesses this year, which include Ralph s Barbecue, Reser s Fine Foods, Ryan s, Colston s Tackle Box, Roanoke River Trading Company, Flambeau, Massey Funeral Homes, Food Lion and Blue Flame Fuels. The event also received a generous grant from the Halifax Arts Council. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Rivers bounty feeds anglers desires, guides businesses Apr 28, 2009
WELDON For a month or so, the Roanoke River is home to several professional fishing guides who have found the shiny, silver striped bass that swim up the river from the Albermarle Sound to spawn, a great springtime bonus ... While there are several local guides like Bryan Davis, Bobby Phillips, Richard Lee and Mike Shearin who realize the economic value of the Roanoke River and the reservoirs it helped man make, visiting anglers and the professional guides who have come to service them often go... (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Weldon exploring water options, new plant: $9.8M Apr 28, 2009
The town has a permit, which allows it to draw 12 million gallons of water a day from the Roanoke River. If the plant is built, the town would draw 3 million gallons of water a day from the river. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Business as usual for City Council meeting Apr 16, 2009
House Bill 898 prohibits the taking or possession of grass carp from Gaston or Roanoke Rapids lakes or from the Roanoke River, and the council passed a resolution supporting the bill. More than 150,000 has been spent since 1995 to purchase the carp. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Herring's return a treat Apr 16, 2009
And I will: On the upper Roanoke River, the shad limit is 10, but only one may be an American shad. Johnson also loves shad fishing Pitchkettle Creek. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Don't Miss: Roanoke River Partners paddle days Apr 10, 2009
Thursday, April 9, 2009. Search stories on N&O.com. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Kerr Lake system requests doubling Interbasin Water Transfer Apr 9, 2009
LAKE GASTON Citizens in the Roanoke Valley have been officially put on notice that the Kerr Lake Regional Water System intends to double its interbasin transfer (IBT) of water from the Roanoke River to citizens in the Tar, Fishing Creek and Neuse River basins as early as 2011 ... One of two public meetings were held Tuesday evening at the Longbridge Volunteer Fire Department to inform citizens in the Roanoke River Basin of KLRWS s intention to request an Interbasin Transfer Certificate from the... (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Triathlon bests last years entree numbers Apr 4, 2009
1 mile run through residential communities and along the Roanoke River will bring participant s family members out, Lori says it is a good opportunity for people in the community to get involved, simply by attending at the start/finish line near the Aquatic Center or watching along the course. It means so much to them to be cheered on, she said. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Roanoke Valley Early College High School opens in fall Mar 27, 2009
This school will take advantage of the abundant natural resources of the Valley, from the Roanoke River and lakes, rich history and possibly even the nearby entertainment district said school Principal Monica Smith-Woofter. Smith-Woofter was clearly excited about her new school and the possibilities it brings to area students. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Photo of the week Mar 26, 2009
Barbara Walls photographed this beautiful view from her deck on Rollingwood Road, looking toward the Roanoke River covered with snow ... Off of Rollingwood Road, looking toward the Roanoke River covered with snow. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Corn mill may be the grist for Weldons future Mar 24, 2009
The second story features a newly renovated balcony overlooking River Falls Park and the Roanoke River. Exposed joists and bridging criss-cross the ceiling, highlighting what Blackwell refers to as a minimalist restoration approach. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Valley businesses reach out to community Mar 21, 2009
The stones we use come from all over North Carolina, including some from the Roanoke River. Raleigh native Dan Jeffreys, who was in the area visiting family, walked through the expo Wednesday taking in the sights and talking with business owners. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
It's a new day for hunters Mar 11, 2009
Increasing the minimum size limit for crappies from eight to 10 inches on the Roanoke River from below sthe Roanoke Rapids dam to Albermarle Sound, including Cashie, Middle and Eastmost rivers. Adding the western portions of Northhampton and Halifax counties to the bear season currently used in the eastern part of these counties. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Valley man prospers doing what he loves Feb 14, 2009
He loved to visit with his grandparents, particularly his grandfather, who shared stories about times before the Roanoke River was dammed to form Lake Gaston. Cutts said that he remembers how his grandfather shared the stories of the ferry, and how the trucking companies would have to cross the river at Eaton s Ferry to get up north. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
