News
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Sampson man charged in father’s death
A 29-year-old Sampson County man is behind bars today, charged in connection with the death of his father, who was found dead the day after Christmas.
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Farmers Day Parade steps off
The Faison Farmers Day Parade stepped off Saturday, March 14, bringing the community together to celebrate agriculture, local businesses and small-town pride.
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Find a place of humbleness; let go and let God
When it comes to being humble, James 4:10 (ESV) says, “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you.”
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Mount Olive mayor stripped of myriad duties
During a special called meeting Thursday, the Mount Olive Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to limit Mayor Jerome Newton’s authority over town matters, including access to town employees and town offices.
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Town board strips mayor of some authority, violates law by going into closed meeting
MOUNT OLIVE — The town’s mayor, Jerome Newton, has even less authority now than when he took office, as The Mount Olive Board of Commissioners in a special meeting today voted unanimously to significantly limit his authority.
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Rotary of Mount Olive remains dedicated to community
Rotary of Mount Olive celebrated the start of its 102nd year in January, a notable milestone for any club, but especially one in a town the size of Mount Olive.
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Sit still and let God take control
Have you ever been in an isolation period, especially one where God deemed was necessary, and maybe you just didn’t understand it but you welcomed it anyhow, knowing that while you were sitting still in it, you were gaining Godly strength, developing spiritual growth, more wisdom and knowledge, better insight…
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Our reflected identities as God’s chosen people
Colossians 3:12-17 (NIV) states, “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues…
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Love without limitations, even when it seems hard
Praise the Lord all, today is the first Sunday of February. This is what has been dubbed the month of/for love. Just around the corner on the 14th will be Valentine’s Day. I am sure many of you have already ensured or will ensure your significant other or special big…
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Mount Olive Area Chamber honors outstanding supporters and celebrates 2025 accomplishments
Twelve individuals and organizations were recognized for their 2025 contributions to the Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce during its Annual Banquet and Awards Program Thursday night in front of an audience of about 100 people.
