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Southern Wayne begins new era of men’s basketball with hiring of head coach Austin Hood
DUDLEY — The Southern Wayne Saints are ushering in a new era of men’s basketball with the hiring of Head Coach Austin Hood, a familiar face who brings both passion and a deep connection to the program.
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Youth football team receives long-awaited nod of approval for field usage
Mount Olive commissioners at their June meeting unanimously approved a lease with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes so the Hurricanes youth football team can continue using the field at 612 S. Breazeale Ave. for 10 more years.
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UMO graduate Davis Byrd earns spot at NC State vet school
MOUNT OLIVE — In Beautancus, North Carolina, farming is more than an occupation. It is a way of life, one that shaped Davis Byrd long before he submitted a veterinary school application.
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Four WCC graduates named NC State Goodnight scholars
GOLDSBORO — Recent Wayne Community College graduates Ely Charqueno, Michael Lane, Seth Lazarus, and Alejandro Rivera have been accepted into North Carolina State University’s Goodnight Transfer Scholars Program, receiving full-tuition scholarships.
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Alan Johnson’s journey from Mount Olive to National Agribusiness Leadership
MOUNT OLIVE — Today, Alan Johnson helps guide national strategy for a portfolio of agricultural products used by farmers across the United States. As a National Product Manager for BASF, the University of Mount Olive alumnus works with teams across the country to support growers and strengthen one of the…
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New residency licensure certificates added to WCC’s Educator Preparation Program
GOLDSBORO — Wayne Community College’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP) has added new certification opportunities for teachers beginning their residency license journey.
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H. D. Grady brings UMO values to Chamber leadership role
MOUNT OLIVE — H. D. Grady, a 2013 graduate of Mount Olive College and owner of Mount Olive Motor Company, has been named Chair of the Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce, assuming a leadership role dedicated to supporting local businesses, strengthening economic development, and fostering deeper collaboration throughout the…
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North Duplin claims game one of the NCHSAA 2A State Championship series
DURHAM — The stage was set for an unforgettable showdown as the Eastern Regional Champion North Duplin Lady Rebels (18-2) faced the Western Regional Champion Roxboro Community Lady Bulldogs (23-3) in Game One of the NCHSAA 2A State Championship best-of-three series.
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WCC Machining, Engineering students win national competition
GOLDSBORO — Six Wayne Community College students were awarded the top prize in a national competition held by Phillips Corporation.
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Prybylinski eins WCC’s Excellence in Teaching Award
GOLDSBORO — Wayne Community College Simulation and Game Development Instructor Cheyenne Prybylinski is the recipient of the College’s 2026 George E. Wilson Excellence in Teaching Award.
