Record #:

42722

Author(s):

Thomas, Mitchell

Abstract:

The idea for the gardens came about in the 1950s. Several noted individuals including historian and author Inglis Fletcher were instrumental in getting the Garden Club of North Carolina to establish a location on Roanoke Island. The gardens opened in August 18, 1960.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 9 Issue 2, March-April 2020, p60-62 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Gardens--Roanoke Island

Record #:

39526

Author(s):

Thomas, Mitchell

Abstract:

Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, offering 110, 000 acres for activities like kayaking, hiking, and hunting, contains 300 different species of animals.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 8 Issue 5, September/October 2019, p8-10 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge; Pocosins; Albemarle-Pamlico Peninsula; Kayaking (Sports); Hiking; Hunting; Deer hunting; Wetlands; Black bear; Peatlands--North Carolina, Eastern; Scuppernong River

Record #:

42727

Author(s):

Thomas, Mitchell

Abstract:

Kristi Overton Johnson was winner of eight U.S. Master championships. though her childhood was spent in Greenville, her legendary waterskiing was well-known on the Pamlico River and Bath Creek. She is currently a motivation speaker for the spiritual health of others..

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 9 Issue 4, July-August 2020, p18-22 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Johnson, Kristi Overton, 1970-

Record #:

40745

Author(s):

Thomas, Mitchell

Abstract:

A display, begun to celebrate a family member’s life, is part of the YuleTide celebration for many as 10,000 annually. This display, touted as the second largest in the state, started with an angel and a few lights that symbolized Hoggard’s late niece. Two dozen year later, its wonderful factors include half a million lights and a host of decorations, of which 80% are handmade.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 8 Issue 6, November/December 2019, p60 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Christmas--Observances; Christmas decorations; Christmas decoration displays--Windsor--Herman Hoggard house ; Windsor--description and travel; Bertie County--Description and travel; Hoggard Christmas Wonderland of Lights

Record #:

41280

Author(s):

Thomas, Mitchell

Abstract:

Built for Rocky Mount Mill workers and situated on its campus, these renovated houses are serving as nightly rentals. The River and Twine's potential perks include nearby art, music, and indoor sports venues, in addition to restaurants and breweries.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 9 Issue 1, January/February 2020, p56-57 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Rocky Mount Mills ; Mills--Rocky Mount; Cotton mills--Rocky Mount; Rocky Mount--Historic buildings; Rocky Mount--Industry; Urban renewal--Rocky Mount; Fishing--Tar River