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38-655: Roanoke Rapids ( / ˈ r oʊ ə ˌ n oʊ k / ) is a city in Halifax County , North Carolina , United States. The population was 15,754 at the 2010 census . It is the principal city of the Roanoke Rapids Micropolitan Statistical Area , and is also an anchor city of the Rocky Mount-Wilson-Roanoke Rapids CSA , with a total population of 297,726 as of 2018. Roanoke Rapids is located in northern Halifax County bordered to

76-608: A "combined packaging group [with] adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation of $ 5.5bn." In September 2023, it was announced WestRock had completed the sale of its subsidiary , RTS Packaging to the Hartsville, South Carolina -headquartered packaging company, Sonoco for $ 330 million. In September 2023, it was announced WestRock and the Dublin, Ireland -headquartered corrugated packaging company, Smurfit Kappa had agreed to merge, to create Smurfit Westrock , one of

114-556: A few months later a court accused the Halifax and Edgecombe men of kidnapping. The kidnappers were imprisoned in the Enfield jail and a second "riot" erupted on May 14, 1759, when a mob broke into the jail and freed the men who had kidnapped Corbin and Bodley. Distrust of the British Crown and the rule of royal governors continued to foment unrest in eastern North Carolina until the colony became

152-515: A group of local business developers. Attractions were to include the Randy Parton Theater as an anchor for the development, an outdoor amphitheater, a campground, an aquarium, hotels, restaurants, outlet shopping, travel center, several other dinner theaters, and water park. The association between the city and Randy Parton , brother of Dolly Parton , ended in December 2006. The city renamed

190-408: A household in the city was $ 35,388, and the median income for a family was $ 51,548 (2012 dollars). About 15.9% of families and 19.9% of individuals were below the poverty line , including 26.4% of those under age 18 and 10.1% of those age 65 or over. The city was first settled as a mill town , being home to multiple textile mills . Crystal Lee Sutton (Jenkins), was a worker and union organizer for

228-599: A museum to show the significance of the canal system to American westward expansion. It offers an in-depth look at the influential people who pushed for the Roanoke River to become a source of trade and navigation, as well as the commodities that were shipped and traded on the Roanoke River. The trail, over seven miles long, is adjacent to the museum and largely parallel to the Roanoke River. Roanoke Rapids had planned Carolina Crossroads , an entertainment district founded by

266-642: Is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina . As of the 2020 census , the population was 48,622. Its county seat is Halifax . Halifax County is part of the Roanoke Rapids , NC Micropolitan Statistical Area , which is also included in the Rocky Mount - Wilson -Roanoke Rapids, NC Combined Statistical Area . Halifax County is located in North Carolina's Piedmont, Coastal Plain, and Atlantic Coast Flatwoods regions. The geography and history of

304-477: Is also historically significant because of two events preceding the American Revolution . John Lord Carteret , the second Earl Granville , inherited a one-eighth share of Carolina territory originally granted to Sir George Carteret by the British Crown. The second Earl Granville administered the district (an area between the present Virginia-North Carolina border and a line about 65 miles south) from across

342-673: Is commemorated on the state's flag. Each year April 12 is celebrated as Halifax Day, with individuals in period costumes demonstrating colonial-era activities and craftsmanship. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 730.27 square miles (1,891.4 km ), of which 723.74 square miles (1,874.5 km ) is land and 6.53 square miles (16.9 km ) (1.0%) is water. Some of Halifax County's natural attractions include Medoc Mountain State Park, Lake Gaston, and Roanoke Rapids Lake. Sylvan Heights Bird Park in Scotland Neck

380-782: Is home to the world's largest collection of waterfowl. According to a North Carolina Deer Hunting 2016 -2017 study, Halifax County had the most number of harvested whitetail deer. The Lakeland Arts Center, the Canal Arts Center, and the Roanoke Valley Players theater group are a few of the county's cultural institutions. With 328 seats and an 11-piece orchestra pit, Lakeland Theatre Company in Littleton marks several decades of showcasing plays and concerts. The Enfield Performing Arts Center had its first film festival in October 2017, featuring

418-601: Is sometimes referred, opened in 1921 and is still in use. The building embodies many elements of Elizabethan Gothic and Tudor Revival architecture in its castle-like facade. It was built by industrialist Samuel Paterson and designed by renowned architect Hobart Upjohn in a modified H-design. Hobart Upjohn was the grandson of Richard Upjohn, architect of Christ Episcopal Church in Raleigh, North Carolina and Trinity Church, in New York, NY among other notable buildings. The high school

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456-556: Is the dominant building in the city's central core and is flanked by another castle-like structure which formerly housed a National Guard Armory . In addition to Roanoke Rapids High School, the Roanoke Canal and Roanoke Rapids Historic District are listed on the National Register of Historic Places . The Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail is one of the city's oldest historical sites. The 1823 canal lock building has been adapted as

494-418: The 2020 United States census , there were 15,229 people, 6,051 households, and 3,761 families residing in the city. As of the census of 2010, there were 15,754 people, 6,437 households, and 4,180 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,019.7 inhabitants per square mile (779.8/km). There were 7,085 housing units at an average density of 908.3 per square mile (350.7/km). The racial makeup of

532-626: The Atlantic , but there was little oversight and the land agents he put in charge of granting land, collecting rent and surveying for settlers – Edward Moseley, Francis Corbin and Thomas Child – were often accused of malfeasance by settlers and landowners. On January 24, 1759, a group of men from Halifax and Edgecombe counties rode to Francis Corbin's house in Edenton and seized him during the night. The men were upset because Corbin had extorted money from them when collecting rents for Lord Granville who controlled

570-471: The J.P. Stevens & Co. mill in Roanoke Rapids, upon whose union activities the movie Norma Rae was based. All the textile mills are now closed and nearly 3,000 employees eventually lost their jobs. Roanoke Rapids is now home to a WestRock paper manufacturing facility. Roanoke Rapids is known for its many historical sites. The original Roanoke Rapids High School building or Senior building as it

608-423: The fall line , which marks the area where an upland region (continental bedrock ) and a coastal plain (coastal alluvia ) meet. The fall line is typically prominent where a river crosses it, for there will usually be rapids or waterfalls. Because of these features, riverboats normally could not travel any further inland. Because settlements needed a port and a ready supply of water power, they often developed where

646-429: The age of 18 living with them, 44.10% were married couples living together, 20.40% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.80% were non-families. 27.70% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.00% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 3.06. In the county, the population was spread out, with 26.20% under

684-467: The age of 18, 8.00% from 18 to 24, 27.70% from 25 to 44, 23.20% from 45 to 64, and 14.90% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females there were 90.70 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.00 males. The median income for a household in the county was $ 26,459, and the median income for a family was $ 33,515. Males had a median income of $ 28,025 versus $ 20,524 for females. The per capita income for

722-404: The boundaries of Edgecombe County north of Fishing Creek and Rainbow Banks on the Roanoke River (approximately 711 square miles) was officially designated as Halifax County on January 1, 1759. The current Halifax County towns include Enfield, Hobgood , Littleton , Roanoke Rapids , Scotland Neck , and Weldon . Besides having 40 sites on the National Register of Historic Places , Halifax County

760-562: The city was 63.6% White , 31.2% African American , 0.6% Native American , 1.7% Asian , 0.0% Pacific Islander , 1.7% from other races , and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population. There were 6,437 households, out of which 30.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.9% were married couples living together, 19.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.1% were non-families. 30.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.0% had someone living alone who

798-483: The company acquired Cenveo Packaging for $ 105 million which manufactures folded cartons and litho-laminated display packaging like MiraFoil, coil foil, and low migration ink systems. The sale included facilities located in the United States, Canada , and Dominican Republic . In March 2017 WestRock purchased Star Pizza Box, the largest US manufacturer and distributor of pizza boxes. In April 2017, WestRock completed

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836-471: The company acquired Plymouth Packaging, Inc. Later that month, WestRock announced that it would acquire rival pulp and paper company Kapstone . The deal closed in November of 2018. The company ranked 194th on the 2018 Fortune 500 of the largest United States corporations by revenue. In September 2023, the company was reported to be in advanced merger talks with Smurfit Kappa to combine operations and form

874-583: The county in a presidential election was Richard Nixon in 1972 . Halifax County is part of North Carolina's 1st Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives , represented by Democrat Don Davis . Halifax County is represented by Michael H. Wray in the 27th district in the North Carolina House of Representatives . WestRock Westrock was formed in May 2015 after

912-456: The county was $ 13,810. About 19.40% of families and 26.1% of the population were below the poverty line , including 33.00% of those under age 18 and 22.40% of those age 65 or over. Halifax County is a member of the regional Upper Coastal Plain Council of Governments . With its large African American population, Halifax County has long been a Democratic stronghold. The last Republican to carry

950-488: The county were shaped by the Roanoke River , which forms its northern boundary. The county was formed from neighboring Edgecombe County in 1758. According to Preservation North Carolina, "Halifax County is one of the oldest counties in North Carolina with a rich history dating back to the earliest days of European settlement of North America. Over the years, Halifax County has provided North Carolina with more leaders – governors, congressmen, generals – than any other county in

988-431: The county's development, so much so that Halifax County was even considered as a potential capital of North Carolina. It remained a prosperous county until the railroads usurped the river as the major form of transportation. After Halifax County separated from Edgecombe County , the town of Halifax became the county seat ( Enfield was the original county seat when Halifax was part of Edgecombe County). All territory within

1026-414: The county. At the 2010 census , there were 54,691 people living in the county. 53.2% were Black or African American , 40.0% White , 3.8% Native American , 0.7% Asian , 1.1% of some other race and 1.2% of two or more races . 2.1% were Hispanic or Latino (of any race). At the 2000 census , there were 57,370 people, 22,122 households, and 15,308 families living in the county. The population density

1064-663: The first of its peers to recommend American independence. On April 12, 1776, the North Carolina Provincial Congress met in Halifax and passed a resolution known as the Halifax Resolves. The first resolution of its kind, the document instructed North Carolina's delegates to the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia to vote for independence from Great Britain. The date of the Halifax Resolves

1102-439: The land on which they lived. Corbin was taken to Enfield, along with a co-conspirator Thomas Bodley – and the men were kept in jail for four days – until they agreed to acknowledge the corruption and set records straight. Enfield was the seat of the judicial district, including Northampton, Granville, and Edgecombe County, before Halifax became the county seat. Although Corbin was eventually relieved of his duties by Lord Granville,

1140-400: The merger of MeadWestvaco and Rock Tenn. MeadWestvaco stockholders received 0.78 shares of the combined company. Rock-Tenn stockholders chose either one share of the combined company or a specific cash amount for each of their shares. In October 2015, WestRock purchased SP Fiber Holdings, Inc. The company manufactures recycled container board as well as kraft and bag paper. In January 2016,

1178-542: The north by Northampton County , with the county line following the Roanoke River . According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 10.0 square miles (25.9 km), of which 10.0 square miles (25.8 km) are land and 0.04 square miles (0.1 km), or 0.36%, are water. The town is located at the eastern edge of the North Carolina Piedmont , on the Roanoke River at

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1216-469: The river crosses the fall line. The Roanoke River and its falls inspired the development of Roanoke Rapids; businessmen such as Sam Patterson and other textile manufacturers used the river to power their mills. The most prominent example of fall line settlement was the establishment of the cities along the eastern coast of the United States where the Appalachian Rise and the coastal plains meet. As of

1254-441: The sale of its dispensing systems operations for $ 1.025 billion to Silgan Holdings . In June 2017, the company acquired Multi Packaging Solutions International (MPS) for an enterprise value of $ 2.28 billion. MPS has 59 locations across North America, Europe, and Asia and will enhance Westrock's print, graphics, and design capabilities for more penetration in spirits, confectionery, beauty and cosmetics packaging. In January 2018,

1292-400: The state." Originally the area was home to Tuscarora Indians and then it was settled in the early 18th century by English colonists migrating south from Virginia and also from New Jersey . The town of Halifax developed along the banks of the Roanoke River and established itself as the trading center for goods passing from settlement to settlement. The Roanoke River played a major role in

1330-491: The theater as the Roanoke Rapids Theater. A Black Widow Billiards Center was also announced by the pool player, Jeanette Lee . Carolina Crossroads and the theater in particular became a controversial matter because of the city's financial exposure. After nearly a decade of failed attempts to lease or sell the theater, the city sold the theater on July 23, 2018. Halifax County, North Carolina Halifax County

1368-463: The work of local and nationally known film makers. With 195,896 acres in farmland, Halifax County agricultural products include tobacco, peanuts, cotton, corn, soybeans. In addition, Halifax County sits in the heart of the great southern wood basket. The southern forests produce 12 percent of the world's wood product and 19 percent of its pulp and paper. As of the 2020 census , there were 48,622 people, 21,017 households, and 13,680 families residing in

1406-453: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 3.01. In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.7% under the age of 19, 5.9% from 20 to 24, 24.1% from 25 to 44, 26.1% from 45 to 64, and 14.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37.9 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.84 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 79.51 males. The median income for

1444-506: Was 79 people per square mile (31 people/km ). There were 25,309 housing units at an average density of 35 units per square mile (14 units/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 52.56% Black or African American , 42.57% White , 3.14% Native American , 0.54% Asian , 0.02% Pacific Islander , 0.47% from other races , and 0.71% from two or more races. 1.01% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 22,122 households, out of which 31.20% had children under

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