A North Carolina Highway Historical Marker is to be erected in recognition of civil rights attorney, the late James Walker Jr., in his hometown of Ahoskie.
Hertford County
Historical marker program to feature Meherrin Tribe
The marker commemorating the Meherrin Tribe is to be dedicated during a ceremony Oct. 5 at the Meherrin Tribal Grounds in Ahoskie.
Murfreesboro poised for growth balanced with preservation
This perhaps lesser-known older coastal town’s embrace of its history, scenery, significant architecture and long tradition of educational excellence is driving both its economy and its push for preservation.
Governor appoints coastal residents to state boards
Several coastal residents have been appointed to state boards and commissions, and one government official to the North Carolina State Ports Authority, Gov. Roy Cooper’s office announced Monday.
Enviva plant in Ahoskie must install air pollution controls
Under the newly modified permit, Enviva Pellets’ flagship plant in Hertford County must install new equipment to cut emissions of volatile organic compounds and hazardous air pollutants.
State delays decision on Enviva Ahoskie air quality permit
Division of Air Quality officials are considering public input and feedback from the Secretaries’ Environmental Justice and Equity Board before taking final action on the draft permit.
Ahoskie wood pellet plant looks to increase production
A public hearing Aug. 16 regards a proposed permit modification from Enviva Pellets Ahoskie to increase production and install air pollution control equipment.
Marker to Note Ahoskie’s Civil Rights Legacy
The N.C. Civil Rights Trail program is set to place a highway marker at New Ahoskie Baptist Church in Ahoskie to celebrate members’ 1960s struggle for civil rights.
