Reggie Ponder

Staff Writer and Editor, Chowan Herald at The Daily Advance

Editor at Wake Weekly

Editor at Butner-Creedmoor News

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Knoll speaks to Zebulon Lions Club

21 hours ago | restorationnewsmedia.com | Reggie Ponder

Ronald Knoll was a guest speaker April 17 at the Zebulon Lions Club. Knoll retired after 46 years of service and is the longest serving police officer in his hometown of Lancaster, Massachusetts. He spoke about the many events of his career and has received numerous commendations and awards for his service. In his honor the officers training room at the Lancaster, Massachusetts Police Department is dedicated as the Officer Ronald Knoll Training Room.
Developers, Zebulon, move for settlement in rezoning lawsuit

2 days ago | restorationnewsmedia.com | Reggie Ponder |Justin Thompson

Lawyers for Deacon Developments and the town of Zebulon filed a motion last week that indicates the two parties are close to agreeing on a settlement. The motion requests Superior Court Judge Paul Ridgeway pause court proceedings for 60 days while lawyers for both sides discuss options for a settlement. “Despite this contentious litigation, the Town and Plaintiff have engaged […]
WFPD to host drug take back event Saturday at Wegmans

2 days ago | restorationnewsmedia.com | Reggie Ponder

The Wake Forest Police Department is participating in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s 2025 National Drug Take Back Day April 26 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Wegmans, 11051 Ligon Mill Road. Weather permitting, the drop-off area will be situated just outside the Wegmans main entrance facing Dr. Calvin Jones Highway/NC 98 Bypass. National Drug Take Back Day is a prescription medication […]
County investments will create, preserve 644 affordable homes

2 days ago | restorationnewsmedia.com | Reggie Ponder

Wake County is continuing its strong commitment to making housing more affordable by investing nearly $18 million into eight housing developments across the region. This major funding will help create and preserve 644 affordable homes for seniors, working families and individuals living on low and fixed incomes at a time when the need has never been greater.
Zebulon assistant town manager resigns as exodus continues

2 days ago | restorationnewsmedia.com | Reggie Ponder |Justin Thompson

Zebulon’s assistant town manager resigned Monday in what is the latest in a string of sudden resignations by town officials. Kellianne Williams was hired by the town in late November. The Zebulon native had been suspended before her firing for an undisclosed reason, the town’s board of commissioners said in a statement Tuesday“Zebulon is somewhere I was excited to combine my love for public service with my love of place,” Williams said in her resignation letter.
Wake County unveils plans for the future of EMS Station 2 in Raleigh

3 days ago | restorationnewsmedia.com | Reggie Ponder

Wake County commissioners have approved plans to move forward with major service improvements to EMS Station 2, located on Noble Road in Raleigh. The original station was built in 1978 to serve the Five Points area. A new building on the site will feature an additional ambulance bay, expanded living areas for staff and eco-friendly upgrades.
Local officials explore options for Capital Boulevard toll program

4 days ago | restorationnewsmedia.com | Reggie Ponder |Justin Thompson

Local transportation officials have presented four options for converting Capital Boulevard into a toll road. Officials from the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization say that change is needed to ease the congestion on Capital Boulevard and better manage the flow of cars during peak traffic. “Today U.S. 1 is known for excessive road congestion, and driving along it takes up […]
SBI obtains three new K9 agents

4 days ago | restorationnewsmedia.com | Reggie Ponder

The newest members of the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation are three K9s. “They are professional, well-dressed, and always happy to see you,” the SBI said in a press release in reference to K9s Pita, Lola, and Lobo. Lobo and Pita are explosives detection dogs, while Lola specializes in human remains detection. “These new additions will enhance our capabilities across North Carolina and enable us to respond more quickly to our partner agencies in need,” the press release stated.
ABC permits suspended following ALE investigation

5 days ago | restorationnewsmedia.com | Reggie Ponder

Following an investigation by North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement, a Raleigh bar’s ABC permits have been summarily suspended after multiple acts of violence, most recently a shooting early on the morning of April 13. The Raleigh Police Department responded April 13 to a reported shooting at Starbar, located at 1731 Trawick Road. While no one was injured, multiple vehicles were struck by gunfire.
Zebulon town board responds to former town manager’s allegations

5 days ago | restorationnewsmedia.com | Reggie Ponder |Justin Thompson

The Zebulon Board of Commissioners in a prepared statement Friday denied former Town Manager Gilbert Todd Jr.’s claim that he had been asked to engage in unethical conduct. Todd, who was hired in late December after a more than six-month search for former Town Manager Joe Moore’s permanent successor, resigned during a town work session Thursday evening. Todd asked Mayor Glenn York to be recognized to speak just moments after York called Thursday’s work session to order.