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Todd Bennett

Aunt Ruby's Peanuts in Enfield, NC, offers several different varieties of peanuts, both shelled and unshelled.

Roanoke River
Roanoke River
Todd Bennett

This area of the Roanoke River is located around Weldon, NC.

Veteran's Center at Becker Village Mall
Veteran's Center at Becker Village Mall
Todd Bennett

Memorabilia is on display at the Veteran's Center at Becker Village Mall in Roanoke Rapids, NC. The center honors those from Halifax County, as well as those who have ties to the community.
Becker Village Mall in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Becker Village Mall in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Todd Bennett

JCPenney is one of the anchor tenants at Becker Village Mall in Roanoke Rapids, NC.

Ralph’s Barbecue is in Weldon.
Ralph’s Barbecue is in Weldon.
Todd Bennett
Kayakers find peaceful waters and thrilling rapids on the Roanoke River.
Kayakers find peaceful waters and thrilling rapids on the Roanoke River.
Todd Bennett
Medoc Mountain State Park features 12 miles of hiking along seven trails.
Medoc Mountain State Park features 12 miles of hiking along seven trails.
Brian McCord

Because of lakefront location and gorgeous views, homes along 20,000 acre Lake Gaston fetch a premium price.

Roanoke River in Roanoke Valley, NC.
Roanoke River in Roanoke Valley, NC.
Todd Bennett

A fisherman tries his luck on the Roanoke River in Roanoke Valley, NC.

Kapstone Paper in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Kapstone Paper in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Todd Bennett

The strong work ethic and innovative spirit of employees has helped the 104-year-old Kapstone Paper & Packaging in Roanoke Rapids grow through the years.

Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park
Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park
Todd Bennett

A group takes in the view from the Treehouse exhibit at Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park in Scotland Neck, NC.
Aunt Rubys Peanuts
Aunt Rubys Peanuts
Todd Bennett

Aunt Ruby's Peanuts in Enfield, NC, offers several different varieties of peanuts, both shelled and unshelled.

Man of Constant Sorrow was one of the performances at The Centre.
Man of Constant Sorrow was one of the performances at The Centre.
The Roanoke River
The Roanoke River
Todd Bennett

The Roanoke River in Roanoke Rapids, NC, is a major river in the southeastern United States.

Todd Bennett

The Halifax Region Medical Center in Roanoke Rapids, NC.

Roanoke Canal Museum
Roanoke Canal Museum
Todd Bennett

The Roanoke Canal Museum in Roanoke Rapids, NC, has exhibits that describe the conversion of the Roanoke Canal from navigation to power generation, the life of batteauxmen who poled the boats laden with goods on the river.

Halifax Community College in Weldon, NC
Halifax Community College in Weldon, NC
Todd Bennett

First year dental hygentist students at Halifax Community College in Weldon, NC, listen on how to properly use the equipment in the school's clinic.

Timeless Tea in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Timeless Tea in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Todd Bennett
Fishing Roanoke Rapids Lake in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Fishing Roanoke Rapids Lake in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Todd Bennett
Brian McCord
Frisbee Golf at Roanoke Rapids Lake Park
Frisbee Golf at Roanoke Rapids Lake Park
Ian Curcio
Randy Parton Theatre
Randy Parton Theatre
Ian Curcio

The Randy Parton Theatre will host country, bluegrass, and gospel music, as well as Grand Ole Opry Legends.

Roanoke Rapids Lake Park
Roanoke Rapids Lake Park
Ian Curcio

Lake house down the road from Roanoke Rapids Lake Park.

Veteran's Center at Becker Village Mall
Veteran's Center at Becker Village Mall
Todd Bennett

Some of the memorabilia on display at the Veteran's Center at Becker Village Mall in Roanoke Rapids, NC. The center honors those from Halifax County or have ties to the community.

Roanoke Rapids Lake Park
Roanoke Rapids Lake Park
Ian Curcio

Sunset at Roanoke Rapids Lake Park.

Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park
Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park
Todd Bennett

The Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park in Scotland Neck, NC.

Sunset in the Roanoke Valley
Sunset in the Roanoke Valley
Ian Curcio

Sunset off I-95 in the Roanoke Valley.

The town of Littleton
The town of Littleton
Todd Bennett

The town of Littleton is proud of its location on Lake Gaston.

Barn with sun
Barn with sun
Ian Curcio

Barn and sunset at I-95 and exit 171.

Veteran's Center at Becker Village Mall
Veteran's Center at Becker Village Mall
Todd Bennett

Memorabilia is on display at the Veteran's Center at Becker Village Mall in Roanoke Rapids, NC. The center honors those from Halifax County, as well as those who have ties to the community.

Roanoke River
Roanoke River
Todd Bennett

This area of the Roanoke River is located around Weldon, NC.

Halifax Community College
Halifax Community College

Halifax Community College is working with other education institutions to help students here earn four-year degrees.

Josey Lumber Company in Scotland Neck, NC
Josey Lumber Company in Scotland Neck, NC
Todd Bennett

A worker watches as a piece of lumber goes through the band saw at Josey Lumber Company in Scotland Neck, NC. Josey Lumber Company began in 1983.

Halifax-Northampton Regional Airport in Halifax, NC
Halifax-Northampton Regional Airport in Halifax, NC
Todd Bennett

Planes sit on the tarmac at Halifax-Northampton Regional Airport in Halifax, NC.

Wakeboarding in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Wakeboarding in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Todd Bennett
Josey Lumber Company in Scotland Neck, NC
Josey Lumber Company in Scotland Neck, NC
Todd Bennett

A worker grades lumber as it comes of the band saw at Josey Lumber Company in Scotland Neck, NC.

Halifax Regional Medical Center in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Halifax Regional Medical Center in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Todd Bennett

Halifax Regional Medical Center in Roanoke Rapids, NC provides top-notch care.

The WatersView Restaurant in Littleton, NC
The WatersView Restaurant in Littleton, NC
Todd Bennett

The WatersView Restaurant is located on Lake Gaston in Littleton, NC.

Rockfish Capital of the World
Rockfish Capital of the World
Todd Bennett

Like a fish out of water, large rockfish stand in front of businesses in Roanoke Rapids and Weldon, NC. The fish pay tribute to the area's distinction as the "Rockfish Capital of the World."

Halifax Community College in Weldon, NC
Halifax Community College in Weldon, NC
Todd Bennett

Students at Halifax Community College in Weldon, NC listen on how to properly use the equipment in the school's clinic.

Rapids Jam Music Festival in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Rapids Jam Music Festival in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Photo courtesy of Rick Diamond

Lady Antebellum (Charles Kelley, Hillary Scott and Dave Haywood) perform at the Rapids Jam Music Festival, located in Festival Park, at the Carolina Crossroads Outdoor Amphitheater.

Aquatics Center in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Aquatics Center in Roanoke Rapids, NC
Todd Bennett

The Aquatics Center in Roanoke Rapids offers visitors with the opportunity to participate in water exercise and competitive swimming programs.

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