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Local student represents state at American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation
Christina Pappas of Wilson is one of 100 high school seniors attending American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation this week in Washington, D.C. The weeklong program, founded in 1947, has provided civic education to thousands of students, teaching them about how the federal government works. Pappas is one of two participants representing North Carolina as a “senator” at ALA Girls Nation. […] The post Local student represents state at American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Lewis named Fike AD while other WCS coaching changes unveiled
While he has been the varsity football head coach at Fike High since being announced as such in March, Rocky Lewis picked up some extra duties earlier this month when the Wilson County Board of Education confirmed his hiring as the ninth athletic director in Fike’s 67 years of existence. Lewis, who had been the head football coach at South […] The post Lewis named Fike AD while other WCS coaching changes unveiled first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Complaint leads to arrest of five on numerous drug charges
On Tuesday, Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office received a narcotics complaint from the public. Sheriff Jackie Rogers led an investigation — along with the Street Crimes and Rapid Response (SCARR) team and deputies from B Shift — at 3719 N.C. 58 South in Kinston. The investigation ended in the arrest of five individuals with numerous charges.
57 tops field in 3rd Health Alliance of Clinton County Golf Classic
The Adient team of Donnie Ary, Zach Smith, Kevin Curren and Cameron Spangler won a scorecard playoff and finished first in the the 3rd annual Health Alliance of Clinton County Golf Classic June 21 at Snow Hill Country Club. The winners posted a score of 57 in the 18 scramble...
Firefighters respond to rollover crash on NC 11, driver hospitalized with minor injuries
A vehicle rollover in Winterville but thankfully the driver survived. According to the Winterville Community Fire Department on Monday night July 22 a vehicle collision occurred on the NC 11 South Bypass. Ayden Fire and Rescue Station responded, and the firefighters discovered a vehicle rollover by the Forlines Road overpass. There was only one driver of the vehicle who was actually out by the time the firefighters arrived. The scene was cleared, and the driver was taken to ECU Health with non-threatening injuries.
Bailey Board of Commissioners holds lengthy session
BAILEY — A wide-ranging agenda led to more than two hours of open session when the Bailey Board of Commissioners met last week. Among the major topics discussed during the July 15 meeting were ongoing concerns about wastewater management, reports from a recent walking audit, a law enforcement promotion and a land use controversy involving a home on the east […] The post Bailey Board of Commissioners holds lengthy session first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Chamber seeks Pumpkin Queen Pageant entries
SPRING HOPE — The deadline for this year’s Pumpkin Queen Pageant is fast approaching. According to a Sunday post on the Spring Hope Chamber of Commerce’s Facebook page, contestants for the Miss Pumpkin Queen and Little Miss Pumpkin Queen titles must have applications filed by Aug. 4. The entry fee is $150 for Miss Pumpkin Queen contestants (ages 15-18) and […] The post Chamber seeks Pumpkin Queen Pageant entries first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Nash County recruiting EMS personnel to fill vacancies
After public safety concerns voiced by residents and reports of staff shortages resulting in the temporary closure of at least one Emergency Medical Services facility, Nash County leaders are hopeful that help is on the way. With the new fiscal year’s budget, which benefited from a revaluation that saw taxable property values increase, some of the additional revenue has already been put to good use for recruitment and retention efforts in the county’s EMS department. ...
Gas and travel experts break down how hurricanes can impact gas prices
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - The East has seen a good amount of rain this week and although no severe weather is on the horizon, some areas in the U.S. are still cleaning up after Hurricane Beryl. Hurricane season and severe weather can affect a variety of things, including gas prices.
After 41 years of fighting for WNC, legal aid, Pisgah Legal's Jim Barrett is retiring
ASHEVILLE - Winning legal battles against landlords who refused to fix dilapidated, rodent infested homes, helping to establish the first minimum housing code in Buncombe County and advocating for the continued access to legal aid for all low-income people in 18 counties in Western North Carolina. These are just a few of Jim...
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