News & Events

Episode #52 – The Perfect Ten with Greg Thornburg

Aug 20, 2026

Greg Thornburg wears a lot of hats around The Filling Station. He serves on our board of directors, chairs the facilities committee, leads the Perfect Ten committee, and this year he is stepping up as event chair for the Perfect Ten fundraiser. He also represents Solid Rock Global Methodist Church on the board.

Duke Energy Grant Supports The Filling Station’s Food Distribution Work

Aug 12, 2026

POLLOCKSVILLE, N.C. – Duke Energy Foundation has awarded a $25,000 Capacity Building grant to The Filling Station to support food distribution operations and the organization’s expanded warehouse serving families across Jones County. The grant was recognized during a check presentation July 30, 2026, at The Filling Station, located along Main Street in Pollocksville. The support is part of Duke Energy Foundation’s $1 million investment in nearly 50 North Carolina nonprofits working to expand food access, housing stability, senior services and utility assistance. The Filling Station serves more than 1,400 registered households and brings together farmers, churches, businesses, volunteers and nonprofit […]

Episode #51 – Jacob Morgan on Jones County Agriculture

Aug 11, 2026

Jacob Morgan of NC Extension talks drought stressed crops, tree farming, local produce, and the Jones County Heritage Festival on the Filling Station podcast.

Episode #50 – Hospice Myths Debunked with Ashley Vasquez

Aug 6, 2026

Gentiva hospice consultant Ashley Vasquez Velasquez debunks common myths about referrals, cost, and coverage for local Jones County families seeking care.

Podcast #49 Heritage Festival Preview with Jessica Taylor

Aug 4, 2026

Jessica Taylor previews the Jones County Heritage Festival: a revived parade, photo contest and new family movie night, September 25 to 26.

Podcast #48 Maddie Norris on the Power of Youth Volunteering

Jul 30, 2026

Maddie Norris, a Jones County high school senior, shares how volunteering at The Filling Station’s food pantry shaped her compassion and nursing career goals.

Nutrition Education Classes – Budgeting, Shopping Smart, Healthy Living

Jul 29, 2026

What does FILLING your HEALTH account look like? Taking responsibility and registering for Nutrition classes right here Jones County NC – Kick off class is August 13th The Filling Station Click this LINK and register today: N.C. State Extension: Jones County Family & Consumer Sciences If you don’t take care of your body, where will you live?

Podcast #47: Bridging Food and Meds, Heart Health with Mary Hoffman

Jul 28, 2026

Nutrition program leader, Marcy Hoffman, joins The Filling Station podcast to share heart-healthy foods, warning signs, and simple daily habits for a stronger heart.

Episode #46 – Emoni Burgess, Get Ready for the Jones County Heritage Festival

Jul 28, 2026

Emoni Burgess previews the 17th annual Jones County Heritage Festival: a new family movie night, farmer’s market, hayride, and more.