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Peer Recovery 365 supports individuals with addiction and mental illness through their journey to recovery
WARSAW — Toya Hooper created Peer Recovery 365 to aid residents in Duplin County as a mental health services provider with a focus on behavioral and substance use disorder support. Hooper wanted to use her lived experience to offer peer to peer guidance to get people on the other side of recovery. She is a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADC), NC Certified Peer Support Specialist, CCAR Recovery Coach, WRAP...
Wallace police release video of car crashing into Cricket Wireless, driver identified
WALLACE, Duplin County — The Wallace Police Department has released a video showing a 2-door car pulling into a parking spot and then accelerating into the Cricket Wireless building along Route 41. The driver left the scene, but thanks to the video posted on social media, she has been...
Wallace PD K9 unit finds missing elderly woman unharmed
WALLACE, Duplin County —On the night of July 7th, 2024, around 11:20 p.m., officers with the Wallace Police Department were called to Wallace Gardens Assisted Living regarding a missing elderly female resident with cognitive impairment. After searching the vicinity in an effort to find the homeowner, the officers at...
Duplin County School District earns Cognia accreditation
KENANSVILLE — Duplin County Schools have earned Cognia Accreditation. Cognia is a nonprofit organization that provides quality assurance for schools, school districts, and education service providers. Cognia, formerly AdvancED, nationally recognizes districts that meet rigorous standards focused on productive learning environments, equitable resource allocation that meets the needs of learners and effective leadership. Earning accreditation from the Cognia Global Accreditation Commission means that the school is accredited, and that Duplin County School District is recognized across the nation as a district that meets Cognia Performance...
Suspect in Kinston shooting and robbery case identified with help from community
KINSTON, Lenoir County — The Kinston Police Department say they have identified a suspect in a Kinston shooting and robbery case with help from the community. According to police, an investigation is underway for a shooting that took place in the area of Stadiem Drive and Stroud Avenue on Tuesday, July 16.
Organizations provide free medical screenings in Kinston
KINSTON, N.C. (WITN) - During Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, experts emphasize the importance of prioritizing health. To support this, several organizations have partnered to offer free medical screenings in the East. Health experts in Kinston highlight the need to focus more on minority health. “There’s an issue with accessing...
Erica Miller Joins Magic Mile Media as Business Development Representative
Magic Mile Media has announced the addition of Erica Miller as their new Business Development Representative. Miller, who brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles in business development and community service, is set to enhance the company’s outreach and client relations. “I have worked in Kinston for...
Goldsboro man charged with possessing a stolen firearm and concealing gun
KINSTON, Lenoir County — The Kinston Police Department arrested a Goldsboro man on gun charges after he was found with a stolen firearm. According to the department, officers responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Dixon Street on Tuesday, July 16 around 4:20pm. Officers say...
Xi Beta Upsilon visited House of Hope and SPCA.
Xi Beta Upsilon was on the move in 2023-2024, from Williamsburg & Busch Gardens to dining in Emerald Isle, kayaking near Swansboro, and touring Airlie Gardens in Wilmington. In Kinston, we watched "Dueling Pianos" at the Country Club to help United Way. And we toured and made donations at both the House of Hope for Women and the new SPCA. XBU members are Lois Charlton, Sandra Braxton, Debbie Smith, Diane Bowen, Sandra Thompson, Jan Fly, Donna Grady, Jessica Shimer, Shelby Smith, Nan Dale, and Cindy Mills.
Kinston City Council seeks multi-million dollar grant for community Improvements
Kinston, LENOIR COUNTY — The Kinston City Council has taken a significant step towards improving housing, transportation, and community programs by voting to apply for a multi-million dollar federal grant. Members of the non-profit organization Kinston Teens are leading this initiative. Kinston Teens presented the idea to the council,...
2024 Kinston High Football Schedule
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STATE: NCDHHS announces $11M investment in family-based behavioral health services for children with complex needs
RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today announced an $11 million investment in treatment services designed to keep children who have complex behavioral health needs in homes and communities, and out of inappropriate boarding. The department is partnering with Rapid Resources for Families to expand access to family-based therapeutic programs, enabling […] The post STATE: NCDHHS announces $11M investment in family-based behavioral health services for children with complex needs appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Lt. Gov. Robinson responds to ads featuring his comments about abortion and women keeping their ‘skirt down’
Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, the Republican nominee in the North Carolina governor's race, is pushing back on recent ads that feature him making statements about abortion including women not being "responsible enough to keep your skirt down".
Weatherman pitches candidacy to Wilson County voters
Hal Weatherman, Republican candidate for lieutenant governor, joined the Wilson County Republican Party’s monthly social Tuesday night with a message for Wilson County voters about self-sustainability and education. “I want to free people of their dependencies,” Weatherman said. “You can’t do that unless you’re self sufficient and you can’t do that as a society unless you restore what I call […] The post Weatherman pitches candidacy to Wilson County voters first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Stein's fundraising doubles Robinson in North Carolina governor’s race
(The Center Square) – Democratic gubernatorial candidate Josh Stein raised more than double the amount of money for his campaign than Republican candidate Mark Robinson in the most recent period, promising a heated race for the governor’s mansion in North Carolina. Stein ended the second fundraising quarter with $15.9 million in the bank, while Robinson has $6.6 million, according to campaign finance documents. The race for governor in North Carolina...
Health and Human Services leads state agencies in energy reductions
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services — an agency with a significant footprint in the Butner area — has been recognized for being on the vanguard in reducing energy usage in the state’s government sector. The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s State Energy Office on Wednesday recognized 13 state agencies, universities and community colleges for their significant […] The post Health and Human Services leads state agencies in energy reductions first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
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