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Warsaw Town Commissioner Jack Hawes has expressed concerns about the number of possible overdose deaths at the Relax Inn. Read more in this week's issue of Duplin Journal.
WARSAW — The Relax Inn, located at 509 N. Pine St. in Warsaw has been a topic of concern for Warsaw residents and public officials alike due to nuisance and criminal activity. This year alone, from January through June, Duplin County 911 Communications received 63 calls for assistance including m
The Town of Rose Hill is moving forward with an application for CDBG funding for neighborhood revitalization. Find out more in this week's print edition of Duplin Journal and on our website...
The Rose Hill town board voted unanimously to move forward with an application for a community development block grant (CDBG) for neighborhood revitalization at the board’s regular monthly meeting on July 9. The town could apply for the NC 2024 CDBG neighborhood revitalization program for a poten
On July 7th, 2024, at approximately 11:20 pm, Officers with the Wallace Police Department responded to Wallace Gardens Assisted Living in reference to a resident who had walked off from the facility. The resident was an elderly female suffering from a cognitive impairment. After canvassing the area attempting to locate the resident, Officers on scene requested the Wallace Police K-9 Unit for tracking purposes. Upon arrival, K-9 Officer Sanchez assessed the situation, gathered a blanket belonging to the female to use as a scent article, and deployed K-9 Viper for tracking. Despite the rainy conditions, K-9 Viper was able to locate the missing female resident, who appeared to be injury free. Duplin County EMS evaluated the patient and transported her to the local hospital.
Town of Teachey, NC welcomed a new public works employee and accepted nearly $400,000 in water/sewer grants at the July meeting. Read more in this week's print edition and on our website now!
TEACHEY — The Teachey town board voted unanimously to move forward with procuring two grants for water and sewer services, which total $399,975, at the regular monthly meeting on Monday night, July 8. Joe McKemey with McDavid Associates appeared before the board to explain the two grants and the
A documentary on Beulaville's own 'Singing Senator,' Charlie Albertson, will air on PBS on July 25. A free screening is planned for July 17 at East Duplin High School. Read all about it in this week's print edition or on our website...
Prolific Duplin County singer/songwriter/senator Charlie Albertson is the subject of a new documentary short film that will premiere on Thursday, July 25, on PBS North Carolina. Denver Hollingsworth, who lives in Wilmington now but grew up in the Pin Hook community, has been friends with the former
Here is the latest update on the accident that occurred this morning.
A man who was driving a red pickup truck on I-40 was rescued this morning after Fire and EMS units responded to a call requesting help for an overturned vehicle with a person pinned inside. The accident occurred on I-40 at the 382-mile marker. Units working on the patient extraction had to remov
Update: Rose Hill Fire Chief Gary Boney, who is at the scene told Duplin Journal that it was a lightning pop. Fortunately no one was electrocuted. Crews are still on scene working on the patient extraction.
Breaking News: A firefighter has been electrocuted while working on a patient extraction at an accident on I-40 at the 382 mile marker.
According to David Miller, Fire News director it is unknown whether the firefighter was struck by lightning or by other electrical source. More information to follow.
Latest update:
A man who was driving a red pickup truck on I-40 was rescued this morning after Fire and EMS units responded to a call requesting help for an overturned vehicle with a person pinned inside. The accident occurred on I-40 at the 382-mile marker. Units working on the patient extraction had to remov
NC DOT Announcement: U.S. 117 just north of the town of Teachey is scheduled to close beginning July 22 for drainage improvements.
Maintenance crews for the N.C. Department of Transportation will replace a crossline pipe underneath U.S. 117 at this location. The road is expected to reopen by the end of July.
Detour signs will send drivers onto Charity Road, Interstate 40, N.C. 11 and N.C. 41. Drivers should be mindful of the longer commute while using the detour, and to be cautious near the work site
Graduation requirements were updated by the Duplin County Board of Education at the regular monthly meeting July 2. Read all about the new requirements for graduation and promotion in this week's issue, or online now!
KENANSVILLE — At the July 2 meeting of the Duplin County Board of Education, two policy updates were approved, which update graduation and promotion requirements for high school students and eighth-graders. Erica Jones, director of CTE/9-13 curriculum, made a presentation to the board, filling th
Meet Carrie Sullivan! She is our new Duplin County Board of Elections director!
WARSAW — The Duplin County Board of Elections recently welcomed its new director, Carrie Sullivan, who took over the role left by former director Jasmine Gadsden. Sullivan was sworn in on June 6. While Sullivan is new to the role, she is not new to the Board of Elections or the electoral process.
Congratulations Renee Sutton at JSCC!
Renee Sutton, James Sprunt Community College chief of staff, was awarded the Honorary State FFA Degree at the State FFA Convention in Raleigh on June 25. This is the highest honorary degree awarded by the North Carolina FFA Association, bestowed to volunteers for their exceptional contributions t
NCDOT announced multiple intersections in Duplin County will be converted into all-way stops next week to improve safety.
Weather permitting, on July 9, crews will install stop signs and pavement markings at the following intersections along Tram Road:
Bethel Church Road
Bennetts Bridge Road/ Scotts Store Road
Red Hill Road
Drivers should be aware of crews and equipment in these intersections while the improvements are made.
The N.C. Department of Transportation conducted a review at each location and based on the results, along with traffic volumes, an all-way stop was determined to be the most cost-effective way to improve safety. To learn more about all-way stops, visit this NCDOT webpage.
Meet Dakota and Robert Moore! The father and son duo are the owners of Moore Family Farm in Warsaw. Dakota recently returned home after graduating from A&T State University and is excited about this new journey. The Moores are working toward becoming organic certified and start selling their watermelons at grocery stores thanks to their partnership with organic produce distributor HappyDirt!
Father and son team up to reignite family farm, join HappyDirt WARSAW — Located in the small town of Warsaw, a stone’s throw away from Interstate 40, is the Moore Family Farm, where owners Robert and Dakota Moore are building their dreams one seed at a time, planting the seeds they hope will rei...
The Wallace Town Council held a continued meeting last week. Get the details in this week's print issue and on our website now.
The Wallace Town Council updated its system development fees at a continued meeting on Tuesday night, June 25, reducing water fees, while increasing sewer fees for new developments coming in to town. The fees are charged for any new connection to the system, and are required to be updated every f
Though some areas of Duplin County received much-needed rain yesterday, corn crops are still in danger from the dry weather and heat. Read about it in this week's issue and on our website:
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. “Basically, we are a bit on the dry side and it is starting to affect crops,” said Della King, field cr...
Announcement from Duplin County Schools: “Duplin County Faith-based leaders will hold the annual Prayer at the Flagpole on Tuesday, August 13. The event will take place at the Duplin County Schools Board of Education beginning at 12:00 noon. Everyone is invited to attend as our leaders pray for blessings in the upcoming school year.”
Great things happening in the Town of Magnolia! Visit our website to learn about the Summer Food program!
Starting this week and throughout the summer months, the Town of Magnolia in partnership with the Duplin County Schools Summer Food Program, will be providing free hot meals for children and youth up to 18 years of age. Meals can be picked-up at 12:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at the Magnolia
Mark your calendars for the first ever Cultural Latino Festival this October in Wallace!
Teachey celebrated Juneteenth on Saturday, June 22, in the town's park. Take a look at some photos from the event and see the full story in this week's print issue.
Wallace landmark Boney Mill is undergoing a few renovations with the hope of someday making the old sawmill and grist mill into a tourist destination.
Those who frequent the Wallace area have probably noticed over the past month or so that work is underway on the town’s old picturesque Boney Mill. The mill’s timber frame dates back to the 1700s, with the mill itself a landmark in the town of Wallace since the 1930s. “Boney’s Mill is a smal...
***INCREASED FIRE DANGER DUE TO ABNORMALLY DRY CONDITIONS, HIGH TEMPERATURES, AND INCREASED WINDS***
Outdoor burning is discouraged. Residents are urged to exercise caution if handling any potential ignition source, including machinery, ci******es, and matches. Be sure to properly discard all smoking materials. Any dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter that ignites will spread quickly. Please delay any outdoor burning until we receive substantial rainfall.
Congrats Wendy Murphy!
Duplin County hospitality businesswoman, Wendy Murphy, was recently appointed by the House of Representatives to serve as UNC System Board of Governors Chair, making history as chair-elect of the first all-female led board. She is also the first Duplin resident to hold the prestigious role. “I’m
Community fair brings people together for a day of fun in the sun, celebrating Duplin’s diversity!
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 in Mount Olive. The event, held on the fields of St. Mary of the Angels Catholic Church, was the product of a collaboration between NC FIELD,
Scenes from Saturday’s community fair in Mount Olive!
The SBI is investigating the death of an inmate who was found unresponsive.
Christie Alexandria Bell, 42, an inmate at the Duplin County Detention Center was found unresponsive on June 11, at approximately 2 a.m. Sheriff Stratton Stokes told Duplin Journal that the jailers administered CPR until EMS arrived and took over CPR. Bell was pronounced dead approximately 30 minute
The Wallace Town Council continued its discussion on allowing ground-floor apartments downtown, ultimately deciding not to move forward with an ordinance amendment. The council also approved its budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year Thursday night.
WALLACE — During a busy meeting Thursday night, the Wallace Town Council continued its discussion on ground-floor downtown apartments and ultimately decided not to move forward with an ordinance amendment that would have allowed ground-floor apartments in the downtown area. The item has been on t
Este Sábado 15 de Junio, NC Field será el anfitrión de Camino al Bienestar, una feria de salud comunitaria que ofrece recursos gratuitos y asistencia para la ciudadanía de 10 a.m. a 3 p.m., en la Iglesia Católica Santa María de los Ángeles, en 3262 US Highway 117 Bypass, Mount Olive. Se proporcionarán cortes de cabello gratis, comestibles, audífonos gratis para estudiantes, clases de Zumba, solicitudes en Inglés y Español para SNAP y Medicaid, talleres de Medicaid para empresas pequeñas, ayuda con solicitudes para que trabajadores agrícolas puedan recibir un pago de $600, taller gratuito de ciudadanía y más! Llame al teléfono 980-202-4246 para sacar cita para el taller de ciudadanía.
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Kicking off the Carolina Strawberry Festival in downtown Wallace!
Duplin County Hall of Fame Awards ceremony
Kids learn about agriculture at Duplin Grows. Lots of smiling faces at the Duplin Events Center! ❤️
Fun morning at the Career Fair. We met a lot of cool kids and various industries professionals.
What a fun event! Friday night had a full house in attendance enjoying lots of heart pounding moments! Tonight’s show starts at 7p.m.
