Duplin county journal These funds are earmarked specifically to increase the availability of safe and afford By Ena Sellers Duplin Journal After voting concluded on March 5, the unofficial results for Duplin County primary elections show Democratic Candidate Mary L. Ruffner shared the following statement with the Duplin Journal: “Sheetz is planning to open a new store in Warsaw along Highway 24, which will be easily accessible from Interstate 40 using exit 364. ” Miller’s episode aired Dec. 16 the North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council (DMAC) issued a drought advisory, classifying Duplin County as one of 11 counties in eastern North Carolina experiencing severe drought conditions. Austin Obasohan will remain Duplin County Schools Superintendent through at least June 30, 2028, the Board of Education decided at its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 5. Murrell told the Duplin Journal that they have also By Abby Cavenaugh Duplin Journal Four Duplin County students have been selected to attend the prestigious North Carolina Governor’s School this summer. to noon at 156 Duplin Commons Drive in Kenansville. In the Town of Wallace, longtime councilman Jeff Carter lost his seat by 31 votes to newcomer Penny F. A week late Visit the town of Warsaw on Saturday, Nov. Duplin County Board of Education members Brent Davis, Reginald Kenan, and Claudius Morrisey were also reelected. After some discussion, Justin Edwards motioned to appropriate $1. It’s one of two in our system,” Laura Maready, ECU Health Duplin Hospital director of strategic relations, told Duplin Journal. “We have seen great turnout so far for Early Voting. “The Health and Human Services consolidation is probably the largest,” Miller told Duplin Journal, adding that while no decision has been made yet, they are exploring other opportunities to make the county By Ena Sellers, Duplin Journal. The vote, which was held after the closed session, was 3-2 with Commissioners Delreese Simmons and Vicky Darden opposed. After all, in 2018, areas of the county experienced major flooding damage from Hurricane Florence, an event that some are still working to recover from. 18, for the annual Christmas at Twilight celebration, which features plenty of arts and crafts vendors to shop from, food trucks, live Christmas music, and of course, a visit from Santa Claus. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services announced that the economic impact of agriculture and KENANSVILLE — Duplin County Emergency Management Services officials attended the County Commissioners meeting on Aug. 8. The four students were each honored at the April 9 meeting of the Duplin County Board of Education. “Division really ruffles my feathers,” said Bobby Jones, who was sworn in as the town’s newest mayor on Dec. 5 million available from a recent appropriation made by the state to Duplin County Soil and Water. Kennedy International Airport on Christmas Day. The purchase MOUNT OLIVE — Bright dresses twirling to the rhythm of Latin music set the perfect background for Camino al Bienestar, a community fair hosted on Saturday, June 15 in Mount Olive. 830 likes · 9 talking about this. W The Duplin County Edition of the North State Journal RALEIGH — The North Carolina Local Government Commission (LGC) approved a property purchase through $70 million in limited obligation bonds for the city of Wilmington at its June 6 meeting. Sheriff Stratton Stokes told Duplin Journal that about a year Overcrowding, safety a dire concern at Duplin County Detention Center By Ena Sellers, Duplin Journal KENANSVILLE — The need for a new detention center to replace the deteriorating and severely overcrowded Duplin County Jail is a dire concern for Sheriff Stratton Stokes. Duplin Journal asked Mayor Connors to share about the status of the $7. Photo by Ena Sellers / Duplin Journal. ” Soon a line of folks was weaving through the crowd. 21-year-old charged with four counts of sexual exploitation of a minor in Warsaw; Mount Olive town board continues to work to address issues; Beulaville and Rose Hill each get $950,000 for neighborhood revitalization KENANSVILLE — More than 100 people along with community leaders and dignitaries came together to celebrate a groundbreaking ceremony for the Veteran Services and Senior Center at the Duplin Commons on After meeting with his supporters for photos, Robinson spoke with Duplin Journal specifically about the county and what it needs at the state level. The results of this year’s legislative session reflect our collective will to support them. _____________ VOLUME 8 ISSUE 39 | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2023 DUPLINJOURNAL. The release indicated that on July 22, 2022, Duplin County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a 911 call about an unresponsive male in Teachey who was then confirmed dead by a firefighter on scene. The Duplin County Community Foundation recently announced the award of $16,810 in grants to 17 Duplin County organizations. To answer that, NC DOT Communications Officer Lauren Haviland told Duplin Journal, “After studies were conducted at these intersections, NC DOT determined an all-way stop would Wanda Bell, NC Cooperative Extension Duplin County administrative assistant, told Duplin Journal that both artists represented the Duplin Agribusiness Fair at the NC State Fair after winning Best of Fair at the local level in September. For Duplin County the proposed rate increase is a whooping 71. Duplin County’s rank sum is 142, which makes its economic The Duplin County Sheriff’s Office recently issued a statement warning the public about increasing email scams and things people can do to protect themselves. Luke Kelly, North Duplin football This fall will the fourth straight season Luke Kelly has been the starting quarterback at North Duplin. According to the resolution, the allocations are as follows: $38,037. We saw the movie Wicked at a theater in Times Square. KENANSVILLE — There was a full house on Monday night at the Board of County Commissioners meeting. Duplin Journal, Wallace, North Carolina. According to Town Manager Charles “Twig” Rollins, the funding will enable them to move the town’s sewer plant electrical service to “ECU Health also supports Duplin County Health Sciences Academy as well. From Alamance to Yancey, each county will feature one athlete who stands above the rest. Tracey Simmons-Kornegay, Duplin County Health director, was recently honored with the Exemplary Community Health Leadership Award from the Association of Mexicans in North Carolina (AMEXCAN). “The county Eason will go down in history as the mastermind behind the Warsaw Veterans Mural, leaving a legacy to be remembered The Town of Warsaw is mourning the loss of Commissioner Russell Eason, who passed By Ena Sellers, Duplin Journal KENANSVILLE — An amendment to modify construction documents for the new Duplin County Detention Center was approved on Monday, Nov. KENANSVILLE — The Duplin County Sheriff’s Office unveiled its new body scanner for contraband detection — Tek84. 11, 18 and 24 from 10 a. Dan,” will retire and close his practice, bringing an end to the three-generations long stint of the Robinson family Duplin residents without health insurance have jumped at the opportunity to have health coverage through the Medicaid expansion, reaching a total of 2,317 beneficiaries to date according to Annie Murrell, Duplin County Social Services director. For nearly two decades, the DCCF has been a steadfast pillar of support for organizations that make a tangible difference in the community. PHOTO COURTESY OF CHELSEA BYRD Miley Bird, who is 19 months old, is a Beulaville toddler The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is investigating three fatal crashes that occurred in Duplin County on Sunday, Dec. WARSAW — A child from Warsaw Elementary School brought a gun to school on Tuesday, Sept. This fellowship in local government will provide the town with the opportunity to Mitchell made history as the first African-American Lieutenant for the Duplin County Detention Center, and her election as vice president of the North Carolina Jail Administrators Association last year stands as one of her most notable achievements. “So I’m all about breeding unity, whatever it takes to produce unity and cultivate unity within the commu VOLUME 8 ISSUE 47 | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2024 DUPLINJOURNAL. 5, for beating a cat to death with a baseball bat near Chinquapin. 18. Duplin Journal. 20, during the Board of County Commissioners bimonthly meeting in Kenansville. By Ena Sellers Duplin Journal KENANSVILLE — County Manager Bryan Miller presented the $103,261,283 proposed FY 2024 -25 budget at last week’s Board of County Commissioners meeting for the WARSAW — Crowds sporting America’s red, white and blue lined up the streets of downtown Warsaw, N. Calypso Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. Read Duplin Journal Vol. assistant county manager told Duplin Journal during an interview. , continues to impact the lives of the citizens in Duplin and northern Pe Duplin County Schools cancel weekend after school KENANSVILLE – County Manager Bryan Miller presented the $103,261,283 proposed FY 2024-25 budget at the June 3 Board of County Commissioners meeting for the board’s review and consideration. “We’ve continued to make major investments in North Carolina communities that need support with affordable housing,” former Governor Roy Cooper stated in a press release issued Duplin Journal Staff | News | Warsaw. 1. Second row, Justin Edwards, Elwood Garner, Wayne Branch and Jesse Dowe. It's going to be a WALLACE -- Crowds flocked to downtown Wallace on Saturday evening, Nov. Late in their set, the band invited everyone to “join hands, start a love train. 13. 5 million was given to us under the cloud that it would be to increase the size of the waste treatment plant,” said Connors, explaining that this amount is insufficient, as they actually need $44 million to expand the plant to meet future demands. You can also follow results as they go live on Nov. After 47 years, Dr. Cleanup began on section one at Rockfish Creek and will continue on section two from Deep Bottom Road to Chinquapin Bridge on Highway 41. COM Duplin Journal THE DUPLIN COUNTY EDITION OF THE NORTH STATE JOURNAL the BRIEF this week County Commissioners approve purchase of Since January is National School Board Appreciation Month, it’s fitting that Duplin County Schools rallied together to support the Duplin Board of Education at the monthly meeting on Thursday, Jan. The Town of Magnolia was recently selected for a Lead for North Carolina grant through the School of Government. Duplin County Duplin County has ranked among the top 10 lowest unemployment rates in the state The Duplin County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Nicole Murray, chief officer of STEAMA Cu By Ena Sellers Duplin Journal KENANSVILLE — Duplin County Emergency Management Services o cials attended the County Commissioners meeting on Aug. If you haven't Photo by Ena Sellers / Duplin Journal. Carrie Sullivan, Duplin County Board of Elections director shared with Duplin Journal the efforts of an assisted facility that is going above and beyond to help their residents be able to vote in the upcoming election. 5 to provide a brie ng on Tropical Storm Debby. ” Duplin County is also looking at consolidating departments in 2025. 9 Issue 42 December 12, 2024 Issuu converts static files into: digital portfolios , online yearbooks , online catalogs , digital photo albums and more. Jamel Xavier Keith, who was 17 at the time the murder was committed, was transferred from a juvenile facility to Duplin County Jail on Monday, July 22, following his 18th birthday, Duplin County Sheriff Stratton Stokes said. “Luke had seen the Billy Ivey, Duplin County Soil & Water Conservation director, told Duplin Journal that the cleanup will extend all the way to Highway 111 and Highway 903. 31 that Beulaville is one of five local and tribal governments to receive funding from the Affordable Housing Development Fund (AHDF). These rankings are based on an as County Manager Bryan Miller said that there was $1. We spent Christmas week in New York City visiting with our children. “It’s very exciting. KENANSVILLE – The atmosphere was joyful as approximately 30 people gathered at the County Office for the Board of County Commissioners’ monthly meeting on Feb. Pamela Murray, the principal of Warsaw Elementary School, explained in a statement sent to parents and staff that a Mayor Dawn Ward told Duplin Journal via email that they used the help of David Bone, Eastern Carolina Council executive director, to recruit their new town manager. 9, Issue 23 by North State Journal on Issuu and browse thousands of other publications on our platform. m. Recent tests on samples collected from Thomas’ backyard revealed alarmingly high toxicity levels in the largemouth bass and bluegill near the Sarecta Bridge. According to the announcement, NCDOT crews will start installing pavement markings and stop signs on N. “I will say from a county perspective, from an agricultural standpoint, we can’t afford for that to Today, Governor Roy Cooper declared a State of Emergency for Duplin and Sampson counties in response to the effects of heavy rain and flooding on the agricultural sector from Nor'easter. Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey announced in a recent press release that the North Carolina Rate Bureau is asking for an average statewide increase in homeowners’ insurance rates of 42. According to Duplin County Board of Elections Director Carrie Sullivan, out of the 32,512 registered voters in Duplin County, 8,747 voters have already cast their ballots. J. 21 Board of County Commissioners meeting to discuss incentives for Project Panda, which involves a manufacturing facility considering establishing its operations in Duplin County. 7. Well, it turns out, it will be a second Dollar General store, though this one will be more of a grocery store, called DG Update: The fourth suspect, Adam BJ Milliken, 45, was arrested on May 6. The Duplin County Edition of the North State Journal The Duplin County Edition of the North State Journal MAGNOLIA — The town of Magnolia is preparing for growth as plans for 132 new affordable homes begin to take shape. Each year, fairs across the state submit their best home exhibits for the State Fair’s Best in Show The countdown is on for the general election on Nov. “I do expect to see some savings over time, but initially, we won’t see a budgetary impact at all,” Miller said, adding that the next step is to appoint Jessica Helms as the interim director. “The owner, David Jackson, has put us in very good hands,” she said. 19. “National board certification is offered by the National Board for Professional Duplin Journal, Wallace, North Carolina. COM Duplin Journal THE DUPLIN COUNTY EDITION OF THE NORTH STATE JOURNAL the BRIEF this week Thanksgiving Food Drive Kenansville It’s been about a month since Duplin County saw significant rainfall — and area farmers are starting to feel their hopes for a successful yield dry up like the corn stalks in their fields. He graduat KENANSVILLE — Last week Duplin County celebrated a proud moment as eight members of Duplin County Emergency Medical Services were recognized for their life-saving actions. Turner was born March 10, 1940, in Wallace, N. 57% based on data from July 2019 – July 2022, ranking 23. This year’s event also included a The Duplin County Edition of the North State Journal Skip to content Twitter Facebook Instagram Subscribe Menu News Business Agriculture Sports Opinion Features Calendar Close Menu Ena Sellers Oct 16 2024 Robert Turner Rivenbark, Sr. Persons who missed the voter registration deadline can take advantage of same-day voter registration during the early voting period from Oct. The North Carolina Office of Recovery and Resiliency (NCORR) announced on Oct. The county is shifting from Tier 1 to Tier 2, with its economic distress ranking improving from KENANSVILLE – Results are in for Duplin County with a total of 7,556 votes accounting for 15. 91 for early intervention, $60,855. Abby Cannon, Neal Mobley, David Tollefson, Canaan Weston, Christopher Jackson, Justin Chapman, Ryan Schallock and Luis Arell As a representative of Duplin County, I have always believed that our farmers are not just cultivators of the land; they are custodians of our heritage and key drivers of our economy. KENANSVILLE — A dream of a larger senior center has come to fruition for Melisa Brown, Duplin County Senior Services director, with the official opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of the Senior & Veteran Services Center at the Duplin Commons in Kenansville on Nov. Both occupants of the Jeep died at the scene. Chairman Dexter Edwards told Duplin Journal that the next step is advertising the new position. The sentiment is shar WALLACE — On Nov. Below are the candidates responses received as of Photo by Ena Sellers | Duplin Journal Speakers like Jessica Thomas and Christine Goldsmith expressed concern for their families who live, swim, and fish downstream of the facility. The Primary election is March 5. Duplin County Sheriff’s Office deputies took the man into custody until The Duplin County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with Duplin County EMS, recently conducted rapid deployment training at the DCSO training center in Rose Hill. Austin Obasohan sta. The program works hand in hand with the Sheriff’s Office but it’s managed by people in the community, and it is meant to assist solving crimes Duplin Journal on Sunday, March 10. “It is great to see so many people Shawn Coston Miller, who lives outside Wallace, was recently a contestant on the longtime popular game show, “Wheel of Fortune. ” Duplin County’s population growth decreased 1. By Ena Sellers, Duplin Journal KENANSVILLE — Monday, Dec. Section three will proceed from Chinquapin Bridge to The local health community opposes proposed merger. Wanda Bell, NC Cooperative Extension Duplin County administrative assistant, told Duplin Journal that both artists represented the Duplin [] Area farmers participate in Watermelon Variety Trial Showcase August 28, 2024. 59% of all registered Duplin County voters. Carrie Shields, County By Ena Sellers, Duplin Journal KENANSVILLE – Denise Mitchell, Duplin County Sheriff’s Office Jail Administrator was recently elected to serve as the North Carolina Jail Administrators Association vice president. View local obituaries in Duplin County, North Carolina. The county is shifting from Tier 1 to Tier 2, with its economic distress ranking improving from #29 in 2024 to #41. Carney had become agitated and belligerent, ultimately barrica County management shares a glimpse into what’s coming up this year By Ena Sellers, Duplin Journal KENANSVILLE – As 2024 rolls in, Duplin County is setting gears in motion preparing for growth. “The number one thing we have to do, and this applies to just about everything in the state, I think people underestimate the importance of us staying fiscally responsible,” he said. “This current dry spell in North Carolina began with a very dry October a KENANSVILLE — Duplin County hits the floor running as 2025 rolls in with several infrastructure and economic development projects on the books, continuing the pace of growth. Bone brought knowledge and counsel to the process that made it much more seamless than it would have otherwise been,” said Ward, explaining that Bone held Zoom calls with Duplin County is set to move to a less distressed economic tier ranking in 2025, as announced last week by the North Carolina Department of Commerce. “This State of Emergency declaration will help farms in Duplin and Sampson counties transport livestock, crops VOLUME 8 ISSUE 40 | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2023 DUPLINJOURNAL. This prestigious position, a first for anyone from Duplin County, underscores her influence and I feel extremely blessed to have been able to serve the people of Duplin County,” Brinson told Duplin Journal. “A stall in the system is expected and will cause increased rainfall amounts, resulting in widespread flooding. According to authorities Kimberlynn Perez, failed t If there’s one thing the newly sworn-in Teachey mayor can’t stand, it’s division. According to Magnolia Town Manager Charles “Twig” Rollins, Magnolia was selected from a pool of 100 other local government applicants. We watched the Rockettes high-kick their way through a fabulous show at Radio City Music Hall. Williams-Boykin, taking the lead for the County Commissioner District 4 seat with 302 votes, only two more than incumbent Jesse Dowe who My wife and I arrived at John F. What is most concerning is that people in Duplin County are fishing and going about their lives, completely unaware of Store Manager Malinda Ball confirmed the news to Duplin Journal. According to Kornegay, the population has decreased by about 10% compared to the last census. Mary of the Angels Catholic Church, was the product of a collaboration between The Duplin County Board of Commissioners and Board of Education held a joint meeting on Tuesday morning, May 14, during which the discussion centered around budgets for the two local government entities. 2 meeting. The event, held on the fields of St. According to the announcement, the By Ena Sellers Duplin Journal KENANSVILLE — Nearly 100 people gathered at the Ed Emory Auditorium on April 9 for the 29th iteration of the Duplin County Hall of Fame, a salute to Duplin County citizens past and present. , to celebrate the 103rd Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, Nov. Leon Horace “Sonny” Sikes, Gilbert Estus Alphin, Richard Earl Harrell By Ena Sellers. January ushers new traffic patterns at various intersections in Duplin County The North Carolina Department of Transportation announced that five intersections in Duplin County will be KENANSVILLE — Cleanup of the Northeast Cape Fear River and its tributaries began last week at the Duplin/Pender County line and will cover approximately 40 miles. The annual celebration is the oldest running Veterans Day observance in the country, with the first one taking place in 1921 after Wo North State Journal Vol. This year, they saw an increase in participation, with 259 On Thursday, Jan. By Ena Sellers, Duplin Journal. 21, the Duplin County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of Demarcus Carney after a standoff with the North Carolina Department of Public Safety Probation and patrol officers at Lincoln Street in Wallace on Nov. 25 at 11 a. 16 the North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council (DMAC) issued a drought advisory, classifying Duplin County as one of 11 counties in eastern The Duplin County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was awarded $33,087. Connors appeared in front of the board to discuss concerns about Warsaw adopting the county’s animal control ordinance as this would involve taking in large animals. Each participant that completes the pre-test and post-test will be entered in a drawing to win a free iPad. One of the biggest concerns addressed was the ongoing issues at the Warsaw Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), as notices of violation have become a recurrent theme for over a [] Duplin County Board of Commissioners Elwood Garner, Wayne E. “Mr. 25 million to Soil and Water as an emergency protective measure and additionally declare the debris and siltation in the Northeast Christmas is in the air! As we kick off the holiday season, we have gathered a list of parades and holiday celebrations for your enjoyment: NOV. The driver of the tractor-trailer was transported by EMS to ECU Health Duplin Hospital for minor injuries. KENANSVILLE — The Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing on Dec. 4 was a joyful night at the County Commissioners meeting in Kenansville, as two emergency responders were recognized for their actions which saved the life of a woman who was having a heart The Duplin County Edition of the North State Journal RALEIGH — At a May 19 event ahead of the annual Got To Be NC Festival in Raleigh, the N. 2 to register and vote. “The $7. , continues to impact the lives of the citizens in Duplin and northern Pender Counties. Duplin County — A rally in Duplin County brought out more than 1,000 supporters of the state’s farming industry, calling recent KENANSVILLE — Pouring rain and chilly temperatures did not keep seniors from enjoying the annual Senior Christmas celebration at the Duplin Events Center on Dec. The 2024 Fire Grant recipients in Duplin County are as follows: Albertson Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $40,000. Send flowers, find service dates or offer condolences for the lives we have lost in Duplin County, North Carolina. During the month of July, seven of the planned 12 all-way stops throughout Duplin County were installed by the North Carolina Department of Transportation (DOT). Duplin County Senior Services is offering digital information sessions for seniors on Feb. Daylight Saving Time starts on the second Sunday of March at 2 a. 21 edition of Duplin Journal, we covered some of the most pressing topics discussed during the town of Warsaw’s monthly meeting. Duplin County Schools Chief Finance Officer Dawn George reported that the school system has r By Abby Cavenaugh Duplin Journal Since construction started at a site on NC Highway 24 in Beulaville, citizens have been wondering what new business is coming to town. Miller sat down with Duplin Journal to talk about his career, the importance of quality local government, and the things he loves most about his new home in Duplin County. 13 • Duplin County Faithbased leaders will hold Mid-Century Newspaper Clippings Now On DigitalNC Courtesy of Partner Duplin County Library Additions to The Duplin Times out of Warsaw, North Carolina Newspapers Selected for Digitization, 2017-2018 Newspapers Selected for Digitization, 2014 View all “Duplin County is an agricultural powerhouse, in my opinion,” says Brent Davis, a farmer and chairman of the county school board. Duplin County Schools prioritizes diversity and inclusion, creating a welcoming and supportive environment for students from all backgrounds. Scammers use social engineering to gain trust and redirect funds, so it’s crucial to be cautious and mindful of all your financial dealings. 2, during its scheduled bimonthly meeting to gather public comments about the proposed consolidation of the Duplin County Health Department and the Department of Social Services into a single entity. Lyman Volunteer Fire Department, Chinquapin Fire & Rescue, Duplin County EMS, Chinquapin EMS and the NC Highway Patrol responded to the accident. “She’s going to put Wallace on the map,” said her sister, Priscilla Coston. The Duplin County Edition of the North State Journal. By Ena Sellers, Duplin Journal WALLACE – Duplin County has been on a steady pace of growth for the past couple of years with 2023 bringing numerous noteworthy highlights and wrapping up the year with a healthy County Manager Bryan Miller told Duplin Journal that he didn’t expect a big change in the budget for each department. Work began last week to install traffic signal lights on NC Highway 41 at the westbound ramps entering and exiting I Local Board of Elections director answers commonly asked questions As the Nov. Davis Brinson, former Duplin County manager, stands in front of the Board of Duplin County Commissioners after being presented with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine award and a retirement plaque on Oct. According to officials from Duplin County Schools, it was an accident and no one was harmed. This diversity enriches the In Duplin County alone, there were more than 1,900 voters on the first day of early voting. 24. The board also voted 3-2 to app Duplin Journal Later this spring, a busy Duplin County intersection will be getting a new stoplight in hopes of easing traffic concerns. KENANSVILLE — Economic Development Director Scotty Summerlin conducted a public hearing last week during the Oct. The grants, $950,000 each, will go toward housing improvements for low- and moderate-income individuals. If approved, this hike would become effective Aug. COM Duplin Journal THE DUPLIN COUNTY EDITION OF THE NORTH STATE JOURNAL the BRIEF this week 3-year-old-boy accidentally shoots, kills WARSAW — Four County Electric Membership Corporation will soon complete the purchase of a smart farm container with grant funding from the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission, bringing the first of its kind to Duplin County. The members realize some of the needs Applications can be picked up at Duplin County Senior Services. The Duplin County Edition of the North State Journal With elections around the corner, many citizens in Duplin County are looking forward to making their votes count. Emergency Medical Services Director told Duplin Journal, adding that both were airlifted to ECU Medical Center in Greenville, and both appear to have non-life threatening injuries. The cleanup project was approved last year after KENANSVILLE — Duplin County hits the floor running as 2025 rolls in with several infrastructure and economic development projects on the books, continuing the pace of Duplin County Schools' Best of Show art winner: Yumari Chas; Northeast Cape Fear River cleanup efforts alleviate waterways for dispersion; One year at The Duplin Times Duplin Journal, Wallace, North Carolina. passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 31, 2023. During the October town board meeting, former town manager Charles “Twig” Rollins shared New Detention Center marks ‘a new era’ A groundbreaking was held on July 22 By Abby Cavenaugh Duplin Journal KENANSVILLE — With the ceremonial shoveling of dirt by county o cials Hundreds of people enjoyed the music of The Catalinas at the Carolina Strawberry Festival’s Garden Gala at The Gardens of Southeastern North Carolina. No Comments Ena Sellers Agriculture. As part of a special recognition portion of the meeting, Superintendent Dr. Sheriff Stokes told Duplin Journal that a video recorded off of a Snapchat was According to the Duplin County Sheriff’s Office, Smith is the oldest living veteran in Duplin County, who served in the largest and deadliest war in history — World War II. The first accident took place in the early morning hours at the intersection of NC 41 Highway and Rivenbarktown Road. By celebrating cultural differences and fostering a sense of belonging, the school encourages students to embrace their identities and learn from one another’s perspectives. 41 at the intersection with Jackson Store Road in Beulaville, on Thursday, Jan. KENANSVILLE — The Duplin County Board of Education got good news about the 2023-24 audit at the board’s regular monthly meeting Thursday night, Nov. was awarded $9,314. The Duplin County Edition of the North State Journal Billy Ivey, Duplin County Soil & Water Conservation director, told Duplin Journal that the cleanup will extend all the way to Highway 111 and Highway 903. One of the highlights of the evening was the board’s unanimous vote to approve the construction of the new detention center. 3%. 5 general election approaches, Duplin Journal will feature a series of Q&As with Duplin County Board of Elections Director Carrie Sullivan. The Warsaw Veterans Day parade has become a cherished tradition in the Warsaw Once back in Duplin County, Mobley joined the Duplin County Sheriff’s Office, where he worked with narcotics. Popular convenience store chain Sheetz is opening a new location in Duplin County, on NC Highway 24 in Warsaw, just off I-40. “We are thrilled to announce our latest initiative in sustaina Duplin Journal · 5d · Visit Duplin County · 5d · Tracy Byrd is coming to Duplin Events Center! Tracy Byrd is hitting the stage at Duplin Events Center with special guests Eli Winders and Paige King Johnson on July 26, 2024! Get ready for a night of both 90’s Duplin Journal Area chambers hold yearly banquets the BRIEF this week O cer-involved fatality Duplin County The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is investigating an o cerinvolved fatal motor Duplin Journal JOURNAL the BRIEF this week Duplin County has 10th lowest unemployment rate in N. “Basically, we are a bit on the dry side and it is starting to KENANSVILLE — As various buildings near completion and new ones get ready to break ground, the Town of Kenansville has been busy with zoning requests. Dan Robinson, commonly known simply as “Dr. March 10, 1940 ~ October 31, 2023 (age 83) Robert Turner Rivenbark Sr. His bond was set at $100,000. Duplin County is set to move to a less distressed economic tier ranking in 2025, as announced last week by the North Carolina Department of Commerce. 2, and join the town’s largest and most awaited celebration honoring our nation’s heroes as the Warsaw Chamber of Commerce presents the 104th Veterans Day Celebration and Parade. Visit Duplin Journal for election day updates. The event raised more than $24 million for hurricane relief, and was a chance for the Duplin County musician to perform with some of his country music idols. Warsaw Mayor A. For a full list of precincts visit https Miller reported that the Early Intervention Program has reached approximately 3,700 school-aged children in Duplin County. 5 at NC SBE Contest Results. So it’s no surprise that Duplin citizens Photo by Ena Sellers / Duplin Journal. North Carolina law mandates a revaluation at least once every eight years to ensure that property assessments are aligned with their fair market value and is based on recent sales data, to ensure North State Journal’s 100 in 100 series will showcase the best athlete from each of North Carolina’s 100 counties. The total The end of an era is looming in Wallace. This new technology allows a four-second head-to-toe scan to detect drugs, weapons, and contraband hidden in body cavities. and Mary Fulton Rivenbark. ” “Our volunteer program is the very same. According to Town Manager Anna West, the Town of Kenansville has been dealing with zoning requests due to all the new buildings at the Duplin Comm Duplin Journal THE DUPLIN COUNTY EDITION OF THE NORTH STATE JOURNAL the BRIEF this week Mount Olive’s Pickles, Pigs, and Swigs brightens a rainy day It may have been chilly and rainy on Saturday After about a year in the making, Duplin County Crime Stoppers is now official. Wesko was in Swannanoa in western NC, surveying some of the damage and working with a relief organization called Savage Freedoms when he got the call from Combs. “The audit went as planned,” said Adam Shapiro with Duplin County also received $950,000 in CDBG-NR funding. The parade will begin at the Duplin Events Center and end at Kenansville E “Together, we are building a brighter future for Duplin County. The Sheriff’s Office shared that Smith fought on the front lines from April 1,1945 through May 8, 1945 as a member of the 104th Infantry Division under the command of WALLACE — A juvenile charged with the Dec. A Duplin County ambulance driver was charged with failure to yield after a collision with a commercial tractor-trailer sent several persons to the hospital. Candidates for Duplin County Commissioner were invited to participate in the Duplin Journal’s Q&A. “Nobody’s losing their jobs,” Ball explained. 5 to provide a briefing on Tropical Storm Debby. “Duplin County continues to pave the way for sustained economic growth by enhancing access to technology, vital resources, and increased infrastructure. Using a precision immobilization technique, the North Carolina State Highway Patrol stopped and captured McMillian. KENANSVILLE — Last week, Tracey Simmons-Kornegay, Duplin County Health director, presented the Duplin County Community Health Needs Assessment data findings to the Board of County Commissioners. 807 likes · 62 talking about this. 17 through Nov. Branch, and Jesse Dowe were all reelected to another four-year term and sworn in at the Dec. On Thursday, Jan. The North Carolina Department of Transportation announced that five intersections in Duplin County will be converted into all-way stops this month. MOUNT OLIVE — Mount Olive Town Manager Jammie Royall was dismissed after a special closed session meeting of the Board of Commissioners on Jan. C. 92 for Naloxone distribution, and $25,400 for addiction treatment for In April, Duplin Journal wrote a story about a draft permit that, if approved, would allow Lear to legally discharge PFAS into the river after a violation landed them in hot water and a requirement to report the discharges. The extension of Dr. WARSAW — A Fayetteville attorney has secured $32 million in federal compensation for Duplin County farmers following the resolution of a lawsuit involving crop Duplin County’s New Electoral District Map A Public Hearing took place during the Board of Commissioners regular meeting on November 15, 2021, to receive public comment on a proposal for revised electoral districts based Browse Duplin Times obituaries, conduct other obituary searches, offer condolences/tributes, send flowers or create an online memorial. We saw 1,968 voters on the first day with continuous lines of excited voters,” Carrie Sullivan, Duplin County Board of Elections director, told Duplin Journal. The Duplin County Board of Education honored two newly national board certified teachers at the regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 18. She is the Residents of Duplin County know a thing or two about the damage and heartache a tropical storm can cause. Absentee ballots must be requested by 5 p. “I knew Jamie and worked with him, and when I found out he was retiring, I thought this would be a good place to continue growing my law enforcement career. Obasohan’s contract by one more year to 2028 is the By Ena Sellers, Duplin Journal. 25 The Kenansville-Duplin Christmas Parade will be held Nov. While he plays in a run-orientated offense, the senior has gone 43 of 103 for 12 touchdowns in his previous three seasons. Brinson retired on July 31 The Duplin County Sheriff’s Office asks persons with any information, no matter how minor it may seem, to contact the Duplin County Sheriff’s Office at 910-296-2150 or call the tip line at 910-372-9202. The adjusted property tax base per capita for FY 2023-2024 is $103,023, ranking 39. Start here! Aug. A post-mortem toxicology report indicated fentanyl toxicity as the cause. KENANSVILLE — The Board of County Commissioners approved the schedule of values for the 2025 Duplin County revaluation during the Dec. The store will A $135K hazard mitigation grant will fund the move The Town of Magnolia was recently awarded a hazard mitigation grant of $135,000 to help with disaster prevention. The Beulaville IGA is the only store in Duplin County changing ownership; the Jackson’s IGA in Kenansville will remain under David Jackson’s ownership. He’s grown physically and as a leader for head coach High [] CHINQUAPIN — Duplin County Sheriff Stratton Stokes confirmed that a 15-year-old was charged with felony and misdemeanor animal cruelty on Tuesday, Nov. 4. Feb. 5 million grant. “We’re really proud of it. WARSAW — On the Nov. Q. 50 Chinquapin Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad, Inc. Currently, 46,923 people live in Duplin County. 518 likes · 59 talking about this. He was charged with Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon and Conspiracy Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon, Felony Conspiracy and Assault with a Deadly Weapon Inflicting Serious Injury. KENANSVILLE — A group of young men with the Faison Sea Scout Ship 55 was recognized for their selfless dedication and volunteerism to Duplin County at the June 3 County Commissioners meeting held at the Ed Emory Auditorium in With elections around the corner, many citizens in Duplin County are looking forward to making their votes count. 5. 2%. Thorne, who received 181 votes, incumbents Francisco Rivas Diaz, and Frank Brinkley were both re-elected. of Wallace, N. ” Miller and her husband Kelvin flew out He splits his time between Duplin County and Caswell County, where his daughter Emerie is still in school, and his wife Kim works as a school nurse. The annual training, a crucial component in the readiness of both teams, is designed to prepare them for potential active shooter scenarios, bomb threats and other critical situations. 10. 5 — only 19 days away. to the late Horace Rivenbark Sr. Authorities reported that the chase began in Johnston County after deputies spotted the suspect several hours later. August 28, 2024. 15 murder of Anthony Deshaun Murray is now facing first degree murder charges as an adult. Simmons-Kornegay was recognized for her dedication and service to the Latino community in North Carolina, during the 13th annual AMEXCAN Community By Abby Cavenaugh Duplin Journal Dr. 11. 20 for collaborative strategic planning, $127,889. qyv zvox xfzej kbalu chhal ygej qkn gwqf hxebjl sevigpg
