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Rocky Mount, North Carolina Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good morning Rocky Mount! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Could Rocky Mount really sell its water and sewer systems?
  • Which Rocky Mount teams came out on top this week?
  • Fatal I-95 crash just northwest of Rocky Mount under investigation

Also on today's calendar: The President’s Own, United States Marine Band and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 79 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Sunday: Humid with rain and a t-storm, temps: high: 73, low: 64.
  • Monday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 77 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Mayor, others share comments about American Water proposal (reflector.com) — Rocky Mount officials are weighing a $174.6 million unsolicited offer from American Water to buy the city’s water and wastewater systems, sparking strong reactions from residents and council members. The mayor and several councilors say more information and public input are needed, while multiple speakers urged leaders not to sell, warning about long-term control, rates, and local jobs.
   

• Roundup: Gryphons win two doubles matches to top Northern Nash (reflector.com) — Rocky Mount High’s girls tennis team edged Northern Nash 5-4 in a tight Big East rematch, with key doubles wins under the lights in Red Oak. Several other Rocky Mount-area schools, including Rocky Mount Academy, Faith Christian, Southern Nash, and Nash Central, also saw significant results in tennis, volleyball, and boys soccer that shift conference standings for local athletes.
   

• Man found dead along I-95 in Nash County after tractor-trailer collision near Dortches: Trooper (cbs17.com) — A 56-year-old man was struck and killed by a tractor-trailer Friday morning on northbound I-95, about four miles northwest of Rocky Mount between the Dortches exit and the Nash County Rest Area. The truck driver stopped and cooperated, part of the interstate was temporarily closed, and the Nash County Sheriff’s Office is continuing to investigate while the victim’s identity has not yet been released.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Just wanted to take a moment to say THANK YOU to every one, who helped a middle-aged Brother, (and his Sweet wife) with getting our move on.
    I also wanted to say, that I am grateful to ALL that we were able to assist with things that they've wanted/needed for their own homes. As I had… (Nextdoor West Haven)
  • Hi neighbors my car was stolen last night.
    Unfortunately, my ring camera was dead. Does anyone live around Foxhall Dr that has live camera access? Please let me know. Ty CAR DETAILS: 2023 GRAY… (Nextdoor High Meadows)
  • Hubbell Incorporated posted a job opening for Machine Operator - Hotbox in Rocky Mount. Apply here.
  • Sam's Club posted a job opening for Merchandise and Stocking Associate in Rocky Mount. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Rocky Mount here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • NC High School Football Rankings: Hough Stays No. 1, Weddington Joins Grimsley at No. 3 (ncfootballnews.com)
  • Bucklesberry, Back in the Day: Hickory Grove Church (22) — Neuse News (neusenews.com)

Wilson

  • POLICE: Wilson Co. captain's son charged with murder after crash into e-bike kills 2 (witn.com)
  • Wilson Wheels teaches, celebrates skateboarding (wilsontimes.com)
  • Habitat to honor community champions at dinner (wilsontimes.com)

Ok Rocky Mount! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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