A 1-cent sales tax increase which would be subject to state legislative approval for a referendum to be held in the upcoming November election is back on the table and Roanoke Rapids City Council this evening passed a resolution supporting it.
The Roanoke Rapids Police Department is investigating a larceny which occurred at Walmart shortly before 10 a.m. Monday.
As work continues to demolish the Interstate Inn, the Weldon Fire Department beginning Saturday is scheduled to burn eight houses which were part of the motel’s operations.
Weldon town commissioners this evening accepted a $40,000 offer on the former Super Sturdy building which will help pave the way for a distillery at the site.
The Halifax County Sheriff Office bought toys and other items today as part of its Benefiting the Children of Halifax County program.
