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Bennet will lead MCHS volleyball squad
Martin County High School’s volleyball team will begin workouts next week with a new face on the sidelines, but she’s no stranger to coaching. Amy Bennett, Director of Technology for Martin County Schools, returns to coaching. She first held this role from 1999 to 2002 as the volleyball coach at Bear Grass High School, where she also coached basketball and softball. “I’m thrilled to be back coaching alongside Jessy Dickerson...
MCSO solves rash of Williamston break-ins
A 911 caller alerted officers to a suspicious person in the neighborhood of West Park Road on Tuesday, June 18. The ensuing conversation and investigation led to a host of charges being filed against Anthony Terrence Beach, 20, of 623 Hamilton St. in Williamston. Martin County Chief Deputy Drew Robinson said the investigation involved deputies with the Martin County Sheriff’s Office and officers with the Williamston Police Department. ...
Martin Co. assistant football coach tabbed to lead BHS
Ronald Pou stood across the field from some of his own students a season ago. While teaching English at Bertie High School, Pou was still an assistant coach – leading the defense – for the combined Martin County football team. This year there will be no such split as Pou has been tabbed to lead the Falcon football fortunes after seven years in coaching, including stops in Martin and Pitt...
Martin County man facing many charges in multiple break-ins
WILLIAMSTON, N.C. (WNCT) — A Williamston man is facing multiple charges after his arrest determined he was involved in many other breaking and entering cases. Anthony Terrence Beach, 20, of Williamston, was arrested after a call of a suspicious person led to his questioning on June 18 at around 4:30 a.m. Deputies with the Martin […]
Williamston man faces multiple charges related to vehicle break-ins
Martin County, NC — A man is being held on a $100,000 secured bond for charges related to a string of vehicle break-ins that occurred earlier this month. The Martin County Sheriff's Office responded to a call regarding a suspicious person in the West Park Road area on Tuesday, June 18 around 4:30 in the morning.
Foundation awards more than $3,000 in grants
The Martin County Community Foundation, a North Carolina Community Foundation affiliate, has awarded $3,020 in grants to organizations supporting the local community. The board of advisors granted: $520 to Boys & Girls Clubs of the Coastal Plain for Formula for Impact for Martin County;$1,500 to Martin County Juneteenth Collective for heritage tours;$500 to North Carolina Symphony for Music Discovery for Martin County preschoolers; and$500 to Special Olympics North Carolina for...
Soaring temps provide danger to elderly, crops and pets
Temperatures hit the stifling mark this past week causing havoc for farmers tending local crops, the elderly and animals throughout the region. While the thermometer reached the high 90’s, the reported heat index hit the low 100’s. Last Sunday and Wednesday were particularly hot days. Martin County farmers are paying close attention to temperatures stressing crops and possibly reducing yield. ...
Martin County Communications receives excellent rating
The closing of Martin General Hospital has caused increased stress on a variety of departments across county lines. However, the Martin County 911 Communication Center has not missed a beat during the past 10 months according to NC 911. The department recently received high marks after a third party assessment was completed by the state. Jason Steward has been the county’s telecommunication manager since 2013 and works with the N.C....
Commissioners approve budget in split vote
Martin County Commissioners approved the FY 2024-2025 budget last week by a 3-2 vote of the board during their regularly scheduled meeting. While there will be no tax increases this year, passing the budget was not without discussion. Commissioners travel and the benefit gained was the focus of a lengthy, often heated discussion. “We’re a...
Weeks-Hughes to coach MCHS cross country
Workouts have begun for Martin County High School’s Cross Country team, and this year — a new coach is leading the pack. Jaye Weeks-Hughes, who before her retirement, taught English at South Creek High School, grabbed the baton and will be coaching the team this fall. “After retiring, I began mentoring teachers and tutoring students last fall, and I decided that I wanted to share my love of fitness with...
Award ceremony or meeting for the people?
The first minutes of last week’s Martin County Commissioner’s meeting caused major anxiety for me. As Commission Chair Dempsey Bond spouted personal accolades for his terms on area boards, I assumed it was an award ceremony for him personally. I was concerned I was going to miss the presentation, watching the meeting in my office rather than in the commissioner’s meeting room. Not getting a picture of the Chairman would not be good. ...
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