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Bell sworn in as Wilson County elections director
A familiar face has officially taken the reins as the Wilson County Board of Elections’ leader. Tasha Bell was sworn in Tuesday as county elections director. Bell, formerly a Wilson County Board of Elections deputy director, has served as interim director since April when Rená Morris retired from the role. “We’re all proud of Tasha,” board Chair Chip Futrell said […] The post Bell sworn in as Wilson County elections director first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Selma group receives grant for pocket parks
SELMA — Activate Selma has received a $750 Johnston County Community Foundation Grant for its pocket park project. “We are so pleased to be awarded this grant from the JCCF,” said Kim Wooten, president of Activate Selma. The money will help spruce up two pocket parks downtown — the Art Out Loud Park on South Raiford Street and Vick Park […] The post Selma group receives grant for pocket parks first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Parents call for Wake principal's resignation after alleged abuse went unreported for 19 months
Within weeks of the 2022 fall semester, three staff members at East Wake High reported fellow teacher James Rencher to East Wake Principal Stacey Alston, according to recently leaked emails and letters given exclusively to WRAL News. It would take 19 more months before law enforcement was notified. On Oct....
New library books: Plenty of new titles offered for kids and teens
Following are new books at the Wilson County Public Library. To place a hold on these titles, call 252-237-5355 or visit wilsoncountypubliclibrary.org. ADULT FICTION “The Coast Road” by Alan Murrin “Cold Light of Day” by Elizabeth Goddard “Fire Exit” by Morgan Talty “Girls With Bad Reputations” by Xio Axelrod “Lore of the Wilds” by Analeigh Sbrana “Lover’s Island” by Wjuanae […] The post New library books: Plenty of new titles offered for kids and teens first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Kenzie Hinson of Make a Difference food pantry brings love into every meal whole-heartedly for those in need
Kenzie Hinson celebrates many milestones with her organization, Make a Difference (MAD) Food Pantry. The food pantry was created when Hinson was only ten years old and celebrates its tenth anniversary soon. For the first time, its doors temporarily closed last week for Hinson to go into surgery for a heart procedure. Serving Duplin, Wayne...
Little League Central: Gillette always a hit each summer
For the South Durham Little League “Green” ages 8-10 all-star players, it was a near unanimous vote — Gillette Baseball Complex is their favorite thing about Wilson. That’s understandable given the good times the self-proclaimed “Green Bean Kings” have had at the complex this summer, including winning their first two games in the Tournament of State Champions over the weekend […] The post Little League Central: Gillette always a hit each summer first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Wilson Bulldogs teams reach JTT states
WINSTON-SALEM — A pair of Wilson Bulldogs teams that won Downeast Junior Team Tennis titles this spring competed in USTA North Carolina Junior Team Tennis championships last weekend, July 19-20, but didn’t extend the Bulldogs’ state championship streak. The Bulldogs ages 14-under coed team Kensley Hill, Landon Davis, Colton Owens, Sam Avent, Sara Lamm, Sophie Manavi and Isaac Manavi won […] The post Wilson Bulldogs teams reach JTT states first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Washington Fire-Rescue-EMS using rainy weather to train, prepare for larger storms
WASHINGTON, N.C. (WNCT) — It’s hurricane season in Eastern North Carolina and this recent rain could be a preview of what’s to come. Washington Fire-Rescue-EMS has been training in their new rescue boats to make sure they’re ready to go. “We train a lot. We’re going to be in these boats, will also be used […]
By Raleigh’s Union Station, a new mural celebrates the lives of southern Asian Americans
This summer, passengers getting off at Raleigh’s Union Station will pass by a large, vibrant mural that celebrates the lives of several Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islanders based in North Carolina. The mural was painted as a part of the Asian Joy project, an effort to use...
Fayetteville chosen for nearly $1 billion titanium plant. Here's what we know.
A nearly $1 billion titanium plant bringing hundreds of high-paying jobs will be built in Cumberland County, the Fayetteville-Cumberland Economic Development Corporation announced Tuesday afternoon. American Titanium Metals, operating under the name Project Aero, has announced it will build its aerospace-grade titanium mill in Fayetteville, creating more than 300 jobs with an average salary of $123,476, the news release said. ...
Kinston man arrested for felony possession of stolen property
KINSTON, N.C. (WNCT) — Lenoir County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a 67-year-old Kinston man Tuesday in connection to property that was stolen two weeks ago. Deputies responded on July 9 to Willie Measley Road in La Grange for a larceny from a home. Tuesday, they searched a home on Parker Ford Road in Kinston. As a […]
Greene County EMS adds new medical devices to ambulances
GREENE COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — In the coming weeks, Greene County EMS will be adding new equipment to their ambulances. The Eitan Medical Sapphire IV pumps are recognized for reliability, precision and user-friendliness as life-saving devices. The EMS team in the county will undergo training on the new equipment to give the best care they […]
The Creamery: 37-story building to break ground along Glenwood South
A new 37-story building planned for Glenwood South will have more floors than any building in downtown Raleigh, even more than the PNC building, which is 32 stories tall. The new building, called The Creamery, will be located at the site of the old Pine State Creamery, a former dairy products factory at 414 Glenwood Ave. The plans preserve the creamery building and its history, but the high-rise will dramatically change the feel of the neighborhood.
Man gets 10 to 13 years in shooting death
A Wilson man was sentenced to 10 to 13 years in state prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder Tuesday in Wilson County Criminal Superior Court. Justice Raquan Lucas, 25, was in his second day of a jury trial on a first-degree murder charge when he agreed to a plea arrangement with prosecutors. The charges stem from the shooting of […] The post Man gets 10 to 13 years in shooting death first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
'It gives me a sense of safety': Rocky Mount police increase city-wide camera system
IntIt seems you could be on camera nearly anywhere these days. In addition to tools like doorbell cameras and surveillance feeds, many places across North Carolina also have city-wide camera systems. Rocky Mount is the latest to expand its camera system, which it's been building since 2021. This year, its...
Restaurants slated for Ramsey Street development could include Whataburger, Panda Express
A Florida-based real estate company announced plans last year to build a $40 million, 44-acre shopping center on Ramsey Street in Fayetteville. Located across from Lowe's and Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Rob Tanner, owner of developer Impeccable Development told The Fayetteville Observer in October that a big-box retailer is slated to take the 147,583-square-foot anchor store at the new shopping center.
Duplin County man charged with breaking and entering, larceny from storage units
MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. (WNCT) — A man was arrested July 11 in connection to the breaking and entering of storage units in Faison. The Duplin County Sheriff’s Office received calls on July 3 and July 9 reporting the crimes taking place. They found that hand tools, yard tools and kitchen items had been stolen. An […]
Second arrest made in Edgecombe Co. double murder
EDGECOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - A second arrest has been made in a double murder that happened late last month in Edgecombe County. Deputies say Asian Johnson was arrested earlier today in Fayetteville. He was wanted for the June 30th shooting that killed two men and injured a third victim....
Crews begin blasting underground rock in downtown Raleigh behind former Administration Building
If you're going to be in downtown Raleigh on Tuesday, you may hear some loud banging noises or explosions.Crews are beginning to blast underground rock behind the former State Administration Building on Jones Street across from the science museum.This will impact traffic, particularly on Jones, McDowell, Salisbury and Lane streets.Roads surrounding the construction site will be shut down 15 minutes before a blast and remain closed for up to five minutes following the blast to verify the area is clear.Blasts will happen twice a day Monday through Friday. The first blasts are expected to go off at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday.Flaggers will be present to alert people to any sidewalks or building doors that are closed.
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