The last time I remember a tornado threatening Rocky Mount was in the early 90's when one ripped through an area out on West Mount Dr.
One didn't get that close to RM Wednesday, but it threatened to.
A tornado was sighted in southern Nash County early in the afternoon. A tornado warning issued by the National Weather Service was in effect until 5 p.m., prompting the Nash-Rocky Mount Schools to stop all activities for Wednesday - including the Gryphons' JV football season opener with visiting Wilson Hunt.
Also a girls tennis match, a boys soccer game, as well sports team practices were put off for the day.
But that might not be the end of bad weather - at least rain, in the area. Thursday's forecast calls for more rain, but no tornadoes or thunderstorms.
Now, the Gryphons' varsity football contest at Hunt, set originally for Thursday, has now been moved to Friday evening.
Well, there goes my Friday plans to go see SouthWest Edgecombe at West Craven!
How high will that score be? The Eagles had over 300 yards in the air last week in destroying Southern Wayne. The Cougars, blessed with speed in their backfield, will likely stay on the ground in their season opener.
By the way, plan to go down to Hunt early and get your dinner at the game. The Hunt Booster Club makes some of the best grilled burgers you have ever laid your mouth on!