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Beverly Oliver Turnage
Four Oaks, NC: Mrs. Beverly Oliver Turnage, age 72, of NC-96 S. passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Graveside Services will be held-2:00 PM Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at Barbour’s Chapel Advent Christian Church Cemetery in Four Oaks. Officiating will be Mr. Curtis Hudson.
William Levi McClung
Princeton – William “Lil’ Billy” Levi McClung, age 21, passed away on July 21, 2024 following an automobile accident. Born, May 6, 2003, in Johnston County, he was a son of Shane McClung and Tina Pfeffer McClung. Lil’ Billy is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, William “Billy” and Judy McClung. Lil’ Billy enjoyed hanging out with his friends and spending time with his family. He was a member of Ducks Unlimited. Lil’ Billy was a weapons enthusiast and a member of the National Rifle Association. He will be missed by his loyal K9 companion of nine years, Roxxie.
Marty Wayne Boykin
Four Oaks, NC: Mr. Marty Wayne Boykin, age 50, of US 301 South, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at his residence. Funeral Services will be held-1:00 PM Thursday, July 25, 2024 at the Rose & Graham Funeral Home Chapel in Four Oaks, NC. Officiating will be Rev. David Denton.
Two Smithfield Men Charged In Clayton Business Break-in
CLAYTON – Two Smithfield residents are facing multiple charges after they reportedly broke into a Clayton-area business. Joshua Shaun Holmes, age 31, of Broadway Street and Damion Daqun Thorne, age 31, of Fayetteville Street, Smithfield are charged with breaking and entering, breaking and entering a motor vehicle, attempted larceny, injury to property, and resisting arrest.
NC Rural Center Opens Application Period for Homegrown Leaders Training
The NC Rural Center has announced that the application period is now open for its Homegrown Leaders training. The in-person training will take place from September 10-12 in Kinston. About Homegrown Leaders. Homegrown Leaders is a three-day regional leadership and community economic development training program. It aims to equip existing...
Cram School Closed After Sexual Abuse Charges Against Owner - TaiwanPlus News
A cram school in Pingtung has been closed down by the government after it was found to have continued operating despite its license being revoked, after its owner was charged with sexual assault. All advertising for the school has been taken down, so parents don't continue to enroll their children there.
Bank employee charged with felony assault after attack in Kinston branch
A 55-year-old bank employee has been released on an unsecured bond after allegedly attacking a customer waiting in line, according to the Kinston Police Department. Lucretia McMurtry was charged with felony assault by strangulation and resisting a public officer. Officers responded to the Wells Fargo bank located on W. Vernon...
Brad Peterson
Brad Peterson of Goldsboro, North Carolina, passed away peacefully in his home on Monday, July 15, 2024 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was born in Minot, North Dakota in 1960 to Joanne Engelund and Fay Peterson. The family moved to Goldsboro, NC where the family planted their roots. Brad had a passion for cars and people, and he worked as an automotive technician in dealerships as well as owning his own shop at his house. He was known for being one of the best Ford mechanics, but he always took on the challenge of working on any and every vehicle anyone brought to him.
Mount Olive Chamber Hosting Morning Mingle
MOUNT OLIVE — The Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Morning Mingle at 8 a.m. on Aug. 13 at Southern Ground, located at 997 Henderson Street in Mount Olive. This free event will feature guest speakers Lisa Hooks and staff from Mount Olive Family Medicine, and Dr. Jesse Tucker, from UNC Health Wayne, with information on healthcare options and services available to the community.
Christopher George Ezzell
Christopher George Ezzell, 46, passed away suddenly on Thursday, July 18, 2024. With a work ethic second to none, Chris was never one to be idle. You could always find him at work so he could take care of his family. Chris was a valued operator with Carolina Power & Signalization in Fayetteville.
Night to Shine Goldsboro – Rocket Car Wash
Night to Shine is partnering with Rocket Car Washes in all of North Carolina for a fundraiser for the month of July. It is for the Supreme Car Wash. The code for the fundraiser was changed to 19901 or tell the attendant. You will be refunded your $10.00 and maybe get other prizes.
NC Pre-K Enrollment 2024
The Partnership for Children is still accepting Pre-K applications for the 2024-2025 programming year. Download the application from our website: www.pfcw.org or pick one up at our office. To qualify your child must be four on or before August 31, 2024. To begin the application process, we require a copy...
Lois Elaine Kessler
Lois Elaine Kessler, age 61, of La Grange passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024, at UNC-Lenoir Health in Kinston. She was born in Libertyville, IL to the late Theodore Nester and Lois Nelson Bellefeuille. A memorial service will be held Friday, July 26, 2024, at 5:00 PM at Tanglewood Church...
Faison Delano Smith
Faison Delano Smith, age 86 of Albertson, NC died Tuesday, July 16th, 2024 at his daughter, Katrina’s home in Clayton, NC surrounded by loved ones. Also known as “Buddy Boy”, Faison was born January 4th, 1938 in Kinston, NC to the late Katie Susan “Susie” Grady Smith and Faison Smith. After growing up on the family farm, he served in the Army Reserves. Once discharged he attended NC State College graduating with an Entomology degree. He worked post-graduate doing research with the NC State Entomology Department. He was a lifetime supporter of NC State University.
North Duplin Valedictorian Aims to Make Sacrifices Worthwhile
MOUNT OLIVE – For most students, college is a leap into the unknown: new people, new places, and a new way of life. However, for Francis Pineda Alcerro, her college choice is a little closer to home and to heart. Pineda is a Mount Olive native, living only ten...
James Oliver Jackson
James Oliver Jackson, 50, of Pikeville passed away Sunday morning, July 21, 2024, at his home. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 25, 2024, from 3 until 4:30 p.m. at Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro. Other biographical information will be announced by Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in...
Town of Pikeville Holding Special Board of Commissioners Meeting
PIKEVILLE — The Town of Pikeville is holding a special Board of Commissioners Meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday at Town Hall. – Discuss & possibly vote on any changes needed to grant projects. – Vote on updated personnel policy. – Proposal to adjust town hall hours. This meeting...
Frances Rae Carlson
Frances Rae Carlson, 80, of Mt. Olive passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024, at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville. A memorial service will be held Friday, July 26, 2024, at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro. The family will receive friends following the service.
Man charged with attempted murder after shots fired in Kinston
KINSTON, N.C. (WNCT) — Officers with the Kinston Police Department served warrants on Alexander Sutton, 18, in relation to a shots fired call Tuesday in the area of Stadiem Drive and Stroud Ave. Sutton was charged with: Sutton was taken into custody and jailed in the Lenoir County Jail without bond.
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