Town board recognizes community service during brief monthly session
It took the Mount Olive Town Board just under an hour Monday night, March 3, to handle its brief agenda that included honoring Mike Davis, Tri-County EMC general manager/CEO, and former town commissioner Harley Carmichael and his wife Della.
Mayor lays ground rules for meeting behavior
The discord, disorder and at times acrimony that have marred Mount Olive Town Board meetings for the past several months were all but missing during Monday night’s session.
Nancy R. Justice
Nancy R. Justice
March 15th Farmers’ Parade to usher in day-long festivities
FAISON — Don’t let the name fool you. It’s billed as the Faison Farmers’ Parade, but the celebration will be much bigger than a parade. It’ll be an all-day affair, with music, food, vendors, a 50/50 raffle, and a Kids Zone filled with numerous free activities for the younger set. The event’s sponsor, Faison Improvement Group (FIG), is pulling out all the stops to make Saturday, March 15, a great day for the town, its citizens, and the many visitors they hope will show up to share in the fun.
Spring Creek football coach offers resignation
Spring Creek High School will have a new football coach in the Gators’ 2025 campaign, as Dr. Ronald Wise, who had served in the position for two years, abruptly resigned this week.
With opioid settlement money, Duplin Co. focuses on education, Narcan distribution
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.
N.C. Pickle Festival planning continues; theme is unveiled
N.C. Pickle Festival organizers say they knew they would get beaten up over their decision not to hold a classic car show during this year’s festival.
DA clears Duplin deputy involved in shooting
A Duplin County Sheriff’s deputy has been cleared of his involvement in a shooting earlier this year.
Changes highlight annual Pickle Festival planning
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.
Beddingfield dominate Gators in road victory
SPRING CREEK – The Beddingfield Bruins secured a commanding 55-32 win over the Spring Creek Gators on their home court, using a relentless defensive effort and an efficient offense to take control early and maintain their lead throughout the game. Despite Spring Creek’s attempts to rally, the visiting Bruins capitalized on key turnovers and scoring opportunities to secure a decisive victory.