Faison Farmers’ Parade to kick off day-long celebration March 23
FAISON — Last year the Faison Farmers’ Parade lasted almost an hour; this year it will be just the start of a day-long event featuring numerous vendors, a DJ, and a car and tractor show.
UMO students benefit from Whitehead scholarships
Since the 2018-19 academic year, the University of Mount Olive (UMO) has been receiving support from the Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation to fund scholarships for Christian women. Over 60 UMO female students have benefited from the fund since its inception, and there are currently 25 UMO Lettie Pate Whitehead scholars for this academic year. The University receives approximately $90,000 annually to assist these young women with their scholastic endeavors. The students hail from North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida. They represent a variety of majors including education, agribusiness, recreation and leisure studies, veterinary bioscience, psychology, and nursing.
Volunteers work so others can safely play, enjoy Westbrook Park and Kids World Playground
Mount Olive Friends of the Parks President Tony Martin has been volunteering in the town’s parks for almost 25 years. Saturday, March 2, will be one of the days he will always remember.
Cures for the Colors Harmony for Hope Gala promises night of inspiration, support• Get...
GOLDSBORO — The Cures for the Colors Harmony for Hope Gala on April 13th is quickly approaching, and tickets are selling fast. The event is a fundraiser for Southeastern Cancer Care and promises to be an inspiring and entertaining evening while raising support for those battling cancer.
Saints’ Boykin headed to Barton College
DUDLEY — Look up the word versatility in the dictionary and you just might find a picture of E’lla Boykin.
UMO alum Casbarro receives unexpected honor
“Captain” Jack Casbarro recalled the fateful afternoon then-University of Mount Olive head baseball coach Carl Lancaster asked to meet with him.
Prep roundup: Gator softball cruises past Hobbton
NEWTON GROVE — Spring Creek cranked out four extra-base hits Tuesday evening and claimed an 11-1, mercy-rule triumph over Hobbton.