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When we endure storms, trials and tribulations
By Shonda Kennion Guest columnistPraise 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
By Georgia Dees Content writerA 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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Community informational meeting to be held at Mount Olive Town Hall
Residents of Mount Olive are invited to attend an information only meeting concerning Mount Olive’s Special Order of Consent and Flow Moratorium.
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Property tax relief available for some Mount Olive residents
By Georgia Dees Content writerCommissioner 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
By Georgia Dees Content writerFour 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
By Georgia Dees Content WriterWith 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
By Georgia Dees Content writerMount 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
By Georgia Dees Content writerFor 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
By Georgia Dees Content writerSaturday’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.
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Parade pays tribute to local veterans
Residents braved the cold morning temperatures Tuesday to attend the Wayne County Veterans Day Parade in downtown Goldsboro. The parade was organized by Wayne County Veterans and Patriots Coalition Inc. and paid tribute to all veterans who have served and are currently serving in the Armed Forces of the United…










