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Mount Olive mayor calls out board members during surprise statement at recent meeting
The lack of progress in Mount Olive during his first term as mayor was not his fault but was intentional on the part of the board to make him look bad, Mayor Jerome Newton said during a surprise speech at last Monday’s town board meeting.
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When we endure storms, trials and tribulations
Praise the Lord and good morning, everyone. When we endure storms, trials, & tribulations, what have some of you found was the best way to set yourself free of them? Maybe telling your testimony after enduring the storm freed you by turning your pain into purpose, connected you with others,…
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Meeting causes delays in Mount Olive Hurricanes future
A vote by The Mount Olive town board Monday night caused a temporary delay of game for the Mount Olive Hurricanes, but it looks like things could be back on track for a win.
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Property tax relief available for some Mount Olive residents
Commissioner Harlie Carmichael shared useful information for some residents during property tax discussions at a recent special meeting of the Mount Olive town board.
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Special town meeting ends with more questions about town operations, one board member’s call for new town manager
Four days after the regular monthly meeting of the Mount Olive Board of Commissioners, where three new members were sworn in and a new Mayor Pro Tem was elected, Mayor Jerome Newton called a special board meeting, its stated purpose two-fold:
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Mayor Pro Tem of Mount Olive receives nod of approval at recent meeting
With a vote of 4-1, Delreese Simmons was elected Mayor Pro Tempore of the Mount Olive Board of Commissioners at its regular December meeting.
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Mount Olive company part of statewide grant distributions
Mount Olive is one of 15 North Carolina communities that will receive a grant to spur job creation, Governor Josh Stein announced last week.
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Council tables vote on stormwater plan until January
For the sake of the town, get the training you need so you can learn how to lead.
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Annual Pickles, Pigs & Swigs Festival draws crowd
Saturday’s sunshine provided the best weather in the Pickles, Pigs & Swigs festival’s 5-year history, according to organizer Julie Beck, who declared the 2025 event in downtown Mount Olive a success.
