Record #:

43368

Author(s):

Mordecai, Sam

Abstract:

"Ford Worthy is a southern gentleman raised in Washington Park, Washington during the 1920s--1930s. I know of no one else his age who can recreate their Washington childhood experiences in such detail. Ford married my cousin, the late Isabel Blount Carter Worthy, also of Washington. I met with him, his grandson Thomas Hester and my son Samuel, at his home in Raleigh shortly after his wife passed away in October 2021.--Sam Mordecai, Washington native" The article is in the form of an oral history interview.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 11 Issue 2, March-April 2022, p28-33 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Washington (N.C.)--History; Washington Park (N.C.)--History; Worthy, Ford (Washington, N.C.)

Record #:

43481

Author(s):

Barnes, Steve

Abstract:

C.J. Jenkins, a recent honor roll graduate of P.S. Jones Middle School has gained an early success in drag racing. He lives on a poultry farm south of Jamesville.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 11 Issue 3, May-June 2022, p16-21 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Drag racing; Drag racing--youngsters

Record #:

43482

Author(s):

No author given

Abstract:

Flatland Ag. Inc. was founded in Aurora in 2008. Owner Floyd Peed and sons starting farming onions in the 1990s. To make this a viable crop, they gained assistance from NC State University. Today, their red and yellow onions are shipped to northern states via assistance from L&M Marketing in Raleigh.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 11 Issue 4, July-August 2022, p26-29 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Onion farming; Aurora--Agriculture; Flatland Ag (Aurora)

Record #:

43570

Author(s):

Morgan, Holly

Abstract:

Born in Bethel, North Carolina, David Lee Jones, has gained massive popularity in the country music world. After winning Best Male Artist in 2022, Jones has become a 3x winner of the Carolina Music Awards. While currently living in Washington, NC, David travels and performs across the U.S. with his wife, Amy, and three children.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 11 Issue 5, September/October 2022, p16-18 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Country Music--NC ; Carolina Music Awards--NC ; Musicians--North Carolina

Record #:

43576

Author(s):

No author given

Abstract:

The Hackney Gin Distillery and pasture-to-plate restaurant based in Washington, NC strives to give patrons a true taste of coastal cuisine. Along with serving a variety of dishes that range from oyster and mussels to steak and lamb, Hackney is well-known for its delectable cocktails poured with its in-house gin, 1,000 Piers Coastal Carolina.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 11 Issue 5, September/October 2022, p26-29 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Gin Distillery--NC ; Washington, NC; Local Restaurants--NC

Record #:

43645

Author(s):

Singleton, David

Abstract:

A former Edenton resident returns for an afternoon visit notes attractions and related stories and lore. Referenced are St. Paul's Churchyard, the Elizabeth II, the Roanoke Light, Beverley Hall and Wessington.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 11 Issue 6, November-December 2022, p36-40, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Edenton--Description and travel

Record #:

43748

Author(s):

Morgan, Holly

Abstract:

"Dairy Palace is a family-owned and operated restaurant that has served generations of customers for 37 years in downtown Washington." Thomas Herald Evans purchased Dairy Palace in 1986. The business is a "walk-up" restaurant located on Bridge Street.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 12 Issue 1, January-February 2023, p24-29, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Restaurants--Washington

Record #:

43749

Author(s):

Singleton, David D.

Abstract:

Latham "Bum" Dennis opened Bum's (Barbecue) Restaurant on Main St. in Ayden in 1963. Sixth generation family member Larry Dennis currently operates the business. The firm specializes in using only 'top hogs' for its barbecue.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 12 Issue 1, January-February 2023, p34-39, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Barbecue restaurants--Ayden; Barbecue; Bum's Restaurant

Record #:

43786

Author(s):

Smithwick, Austin

Abstract:

Austin Smithwick extols the virtues of Washington, N.C. as a place to live and a destination for visitors.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 12 Issue 3, May-June 2023, p54, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Washington (N.C.)--Description and travel

Record #:

43787

Author(s):

Andrews, Richard

Abstract:

Capt. Richard Andrews noted that conservation measures have assisted in a comeback for red drum (redfish) in the Pamlico River. Larger fish in the species are now more prevalent Larger numbers have made "sight fishing" for redfish more popular.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 12 Issue 3, May-June 2023, p49, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Red drum; Redfish

Record #:

43788

Author(s):

Midgette, Ray

Abstract:

The article summarizes briefly the history of the Fowle family business in Washington, NC in the 19th century. Samuel Richardson Fowle moved from Massachusetts's to Washington 1815. A ship owned by the firm, "Friends" ran aground off Hatteras Island. The sale of goods or "vendue" salvaged is recalled.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 12 Issue 3, May-June 2023, p26-29, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fowle, Samuel R. ; Shipwrecks--Cape Hatteras; Washington (N.C.)--History

Record #:

43789

Author(s):

Curtis, Clark

Abstract:

Ken Adams is a third generation boat builder. He got the green light in 2016 to establish an academy at Washington High School. the academy coordinates with the boat building program at Beaufort Community College.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 12 Issue 3, May-June 2023, p22-25, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Boat Building Academy -- Washington High School; Beaufort Community College -- Boat Building Program; Boatbuilding

Record #:

43790

Author(s):

Jackson, Holly

Abstract:

A native of Tarboro, Reggie Fountain's interest in boats began when he was eight years old. Fountain entered professional boat racing in the 1970s. His company , Fountain Powerboats built more than 10,000 boats and generated $1 billion in sales. In 2010, the company was sold to Iconic Marine Group.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 12 Issue 3, May-June 2023, p14-20, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fountain Powerboats; Fountain, Reggie; Boatbuilding--powerboats; Boating industry--Chocowinity; Boating industry--North Carolina, Eastern

Record #:

44034

Author(s):

Andrews, Richard

Abstract:

An area between Rocky Mount and Tarboro is considered the primary spawning ground for Tar River Shad. There are two species of shad in the Tar Pamlico region; namely, American and hickory. Although the Roanoke River experiences larger quantities of shad, the Tar River is better rated for its variety, particularly in regard to mature female white "roe" shad.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 12 Issue 6, March-April 2024, p45, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Shad fishing--Tar River

Record #:

44077

Author(s):

Morgan, Holly

Abstract:

Before King Chicken, the location operated as a hugely popular hamburger and hot dog stand under Stancil Lilley. Granville Lilley began what is now King Chicken in 1958. In 2018, Zack Mixon became the current owner.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 12 Issue 2, March-April 2023, p16-18, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Chicken--Restaurants--Washington; King Chicken (Washington, NC)