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Interested in some fun facts and history about Roanoke Rapids, NC?
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Here are some interesting facts about Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina:

1. Roanoke Rapids is named after the Roanoke River, on which it is situated. The river is also the source of the city's hydroelectric power.

2. The city was originally founded as a mill town in the late 1800s, and its economy was based on textiles and lumber.

3. Roanoke Rapids is home to the Roanoke Rapids Theatre, a concert and entertainment venue that has hosted several notable performers, including Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, and Johnny Cash.

4. The city is also home to the Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail, a historic site that preserves the history of the Roanoke Navigation System and its impact on the local economy and transportation.

5. Roanoke Rapids is located near the border of North Carolina and Virginia, and is often referred to as the "Gateway to Lake Country" due to its proximity to several popular lakes and outdoor recreation areas.

6. The Roanoke Rapids High School Yellow Jackets football team has won six state championships, making it one of the most successful high school football programs in the state of North Carolina.

7. The popular Netflix show "Outer Banks" was partially filmed in Roanoke Rapids, particularly scenes featuring the Pogues' hometown of "Kildare."

8. Roanoke Rapids has a rich musical history, particularly in the genres of bluegrass and country. Notable musicians hailing from the area include the late Charlie Poole, who helped popularize the banjo in the 1920s and 30s.