David John Price, Jr.
David John Price, Jr.
Town manager asks for patience as they work through Auditor’s probe
The town and its interim manager are asking for “the public’s patience” as they try to address issues found during a recent N.C. State Auditor’s investigation.
Saints shut down Goldsboro home opener
DUDLEY — What a night it was at Southern Wayne Tuesday as the Saints hosted non-conference opponent Goldsboro in their first home game of the season. With a big crowd in attendance, the atmosphere was electric, and this matchup promised to deliver. The Saints entered the game undefeated at 3-0-1 and wanted to keep their strong momentum rolling.
Jerry Lee Swinson
Jerry Lee Swinson
James Kenan Tigers dominate, but Southern Wayne shows growth
GOLDSBORO — It was a perfect night for football Friday as the Southern Wayne Saints hosted the James Kenan Tigers in a non-conference showdown. Just one year after making their playoff berth, the Tigers continue to build on their winning culture, while the Saints are laying their foundation, brick by brick, despite coming up short on the scoreboard.
Investigative report highlights fraudulent activity in Mount Olive
RALEIGH — A new investigative report on the Town of Mount Olive from the North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) has made several findings and recommendations involving Mount Olive’s Water Department and municipal airport.
Former correctional officer sentenced in drug smuggling plan
WILMINGTON — A Kenansville man was sentenced Tuesday to five years in prison, followed by four years of supervised release, for conspiring to distribute methamphetamine and possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute. On May 7, 2025, Dawan Dontra McKinzie pleaded guilty to the charges.
One month in, Pickle Parlor ‘dill-lights’ visitors from near and far
Since moving to North Carolina two years ago, Reed Slatas and Doran Rozen have made a number of trips from their home in Wilmington to attend events in Raleigh. During each drive, they’ve tossed around the idea of hopping off I-40 for a side jaunt into Mount Olive, and on a recent Friday afternoon, they finally did just that — which explains how they found themselves in the Mt. Olive Pickle Co. Pickle Parlor surrounded by, you guessed it, all things pickle: t-shirts, puzzles, greeting cards, ornaments, tote bags, toy trucks, aprons, oven mitts, and much more — including, of course, jars and jars and jars of pickle products.
Duplin superintendent loses battle with cancer
Duplin County Schools Superintendent Dr. Austin Obasohan died on Thursday after a battle with cancer. He had served as superintendent for 15 years, and in 2024, his contract was extended by the Board of Education until 2028.