Halifax County NC

05/29/2026

New ideas are reshaping familiar traditions across NC, from global flavors to reimagined spaces.

05/29/2026

Halifax County Convention and Visitors Bureau President/CEO Lori Medlin presented Michael Wray, Chairman of the Halifax County Semi-quincentennial Commission, with the framed cover of the April 2026 Our State Magazine featuring Halifax. Visit Halifax America 250 Halifax County, NC

05/26/2026

The story of Sarah Keys Evans is powerful. Visit the Sarah Keys Evans Memorial in Roanoke Rapids, NC.

Have you heard of Sarah Keys Evans?

In 1952, three years before Rosa Parks made history, a young African-American Army private named Sarah Keys Evans refused to give up her seat on a bus in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina. Her courageous stand led to a landmark 1955 Interstate Commerce Commission ruling that helped dismantle segregation in interstate bus travel.

Print out this coloring page and a full lesson plan on our Educators' page: https://www.america250.nc.gov/learn/educators

Learn about the children's book published by North Carolina Historical Publications: https://www.dncr.nc.gov/news/press-releases/2025/10/14/state-archives-offers-new-childrens-book-about-sarah-keys-evans-north-carolina-trailblazer-justice

05/24/2026

Halifax County will be closed on Monday, May 25 to allow employees to spend time with family and friends and to honor our veterans on Memorial Day. Many thanks to all who have served in our military.

05/22/2026

The Halifax County Department of Social Services would like the public's feedback on the proposed Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Weatherization Waiver. The public comment announcement, proposed Weatherization Waiver, and Waiver Feedback Form are below. The Waiver Feedback Form can be returned by 6/2/26 to the Halifax County Department of Social Services or by email to [email protected] or by mail to Carla West, Division Director, Human Services; LIHEAP Weatherization Waiver Comments; DHHS NC Division of Social Services; 2420 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2420.

05/21/2026

Please be on the lookout for this Halifax County teen. We pray for her safe return to her family.

05/21/2026

We are so proud of our Halifax County EMS team!

May 17th-23rd, 2026 is EMS Week. EMS is a dangerous profession. They respond to violent scenes and hazardous environments, putting their lives at risk to save yours.

Halifax County E-911 would like to take this time to thank paramedics, EMTs and the entire EMS workforce for their service and sacrifices. 🚑❤️

05/21/2026

We are so proud of the Roanoke Rapids Early College High School KidWind Team, including Junior County Commissioner Josiah Ausby!

HISTORY MADE IN MADISON, WISCONSIN! 🏆🌍

Congratulations to the RRGSD KidWind Team on an AMAZING and HISTORY-MAKING season! After dominating Regionals and States, this outstanding group traveled to Madison, Wisconsin and conquered the WORLD stage — bringing home the WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP title 🥇 AND the prestigious Judge’s Award! ⚡

This is more than a victory — it’s a moment RRGSD will NEVER forget. Your hard work, innovation, teamwork, and determination have made your school, community, and supporters incredibly proud!

05/18/2026

Here is another beautiful historic home in the Town of Weldon.

📍 Weldon - Halifax County