Dec 15, 2024 · Southern Wayne’s Jordan Valentine emerged victorious against South Johnston’s Julio Gonzalez during their 150-pound bout in the USAF Eagle Invitational on Saturday.

KENANSVILLE — Since 2022, Duplin County has received almost $1.4 million to help fight opioid abuse. Another $3.2 million is on the way, spread out in annual payments (of differing amounts) through 2038.

No festival-favorite car show, a new location for the Friday night free concert, an earlier set-in-stone vendor application deadline, requiring that all food vendors offer at least one picklely food, and new town impact fees are just a few of the significant changes planned for the 39th annual N.C. Pickle Festival.

Feb 17, 2025 · No festival-favorite car show, a new location for the Friday night free concert, an earlier set-in-stone vendor application deadline, requiring that all food vendors offer at least one picklely food, and new town impact fees are just a few of the significant changes planned for the 39th annual N.C. Pickle Festival.

Oct 15, 2024 · Rosewood’s Gage Lewis, left, attempts to match North Duplin senior Luis Aviles step for step as they complete the opening loop during the 2024 Carolina 1A Cross Country Championship meet Tuesday afternoon at Cliffs of the Neuse State Park.

Hugh F. Oates, Jr., 74, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his Cape Coral home surrounded by his family on December 16, 2023. Hugh was born November 20, 1949, in Mount Olive, North Carolina to Hugh F. Oates, Sr. and Doris Oates.

Feb 18, 2025 · A Duplin County Sheriff’s deputy has been cleared of his involvement in a shooting earlier this year. Duplin County District Attorney Ernie Lee released a statement Tuesday saying he had determined the shooting of Joseph Ross Duncan Jr. was justified due to Duncan’s actions towards the involved deputy.

Aug 9, 2023 · Some people celebrate their special occasions with afternoon tea at the Southerland-Burnette House. For others, the tea is the special occasion.. The historic home, located at 201 N. Chestnut St. in Mount Olive, hosts teas every Wednesday, with two …

Dec 30, 2024 · Live music will be presented throughout the evening, and this event will also feature free pickles, food trucks, and a chance to win door prizes for those who contribute to the annual canned food drive for Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC.

Jan 23, 2025 · GOLDSBORO — Wayne Community College Nursing Department Chair Michelle Garon has successfully passed the examination to become a Certified Nurse Educator (CNE).