Martin County Genealogy
Martin County was formed in 1774 from parts of Halifax and Tyrrell Counties. The county seat of Martin County is Williamston. The county was named for the last royal Governor of North Carolina, Josiah Martin (Governor from 1771-1775). Probably due to the popularity of Governor Alexander Martin (twice Governer 1782-1784 and 1789-1792), this namesake county was not abolished like those of his predecessors, Tryon and Dobbs.
The following townships are in Martin County: Bear Grass, Cross Roads, Goose Nest, Griffins, Hamilton, Jamesville, Poplar Point, Robersonville, Williams, and Williamston.
Overlooking the Roanoke River is the Fort Branch Civil war site, known as “the best preserved earthwork Civil War Site east of the Mississippi.” The first of November is when an annual re-enactment is held. Fort Branch Civil War Site.
Martin County Historical Society, Inc.
P.O. Box 468
Williamston, NC 27892
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BCS’ dropout rate among highest in state – Washington Daily News
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BCS' dropout rate among highest in state
Washington Daily News Dropout rates for other school systems in the area were as follows: Craven County, 3.61 percent; Hyde County, 2.97 percent; Martin County, 3.30 percent; … |
The “Charter School” debate heats up in NC with significant issues for … – Beaufort Observer
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The "Charter School" debate heats up in NC with significant issues for …
Beaufort Observer Martin County parents in the Bear Grass area are an example of parents pushing for raising the "cap" the state has imposed on opening more charter schools. … |
Board grills Phipps – Washington Daily News
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Board grills Phipps
Washington Daily News Heard a report from Marisol Barr, representing the Martin County Community Action Program, on weatherization projects in Beaufort County funded by the … |
FL teachers can’t give sick time to co-workers – WPEC
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FL teachers can't give sick time to co-workers
WPEC Tonight the Martin County commission is set to explain the state's policy to teachers and explore other options, but those options are few.. Martin County School Board members not sure they can help teachers donate time off |
Tiny Beetle Threatens Florida Avocado Farms – CBS 4
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Tiny Beetle Threatens Florida Avocado Farms
CBS 4 Prior to this find, the redbay ambrosia beetle had not been found south of Martin County. This is a major concern for Florida avocado farmers. … |
James E. âJimmyâ Lloyd, 65 – New Haven Independent
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James E. âJimmyâ Lloyd, 65
New Haven Independent by Staff | Mar 2, 2010 4:55 pm Born in Martin County, NC, June 15, 1944, he was the son of Evelyn Lloyd and the late Major Lloyd, Sr. Prior to retiring, … |
