The Edgecombe Community College Foundation is gearing up for the 39th annual golf tournament. In addition to fun and fellowship, participants will have the chance to win a 2025 Honda CRV Sport-L Hybrid valued at $39,000. Donated by Astemo, the CRV from Davenport Autopark of Rocky Mount is a hole-in-one prize for one specific hole at the foundation’s upcoming golf tournament. (The above photo is not representative of the actual vehicle that could be won as a hole-in-one prize).

The Edgecombe Community College Foundation will host a Scholarship Convocation Friday, Sept. 19 on the Tarboro campus. During the invitation-only event, 140 scholarships will be awarded to students for the 2025-2026 academic year. The donors who have contributed to further the education of these students will also be recognized. 

Lorrie Coltraine became slightly emotional after her name was called during Edgecombe Community College’s fall semester kickoff. The English and humanities instructor was presented with the Astemo Endowed Faculty Chair Award, rewarding excellence in teaching.

A lifelong learning program administrator and a division committed to providing quality classroom, laboratory and clinical education, were the recipients of two impressive awards given out during Edgecombe Community College’s fall semester kickoff.

On Saturday, Aug. 23, ECC's barbering students provided free haircuts for students headed back to school. These students used their talents to give back and make a huge difference in our community. Free school supplies, snacks and drinks were also provided.