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Closing moments of the October Principals Meeting ends with kudos

The October Principals Meeting for Nash County Public Schools ended not with routine announcements or final reminders, but with something far more meaningful: A celebration of achievement, growth and the powerful leadership guiding students across the district. As the meeting concluded, the room’s focus shifted from discussion to recognition. This year, the school district reached a major milestone: 91% of schools met or exceeded growth, reflecting consistent instructional strength; and78% of schools earned a School Performance Grade of C or higher, the highest percentage in the school district’s history and an increase from 74% the previous year. These numbers represent more than performance metrics, they represent people. Teachers who give their all, students who show resilience, and principals who set expectations, model excellence and cultivate school cultures where students come first. School board members, Superintendent Steve Ellis and other school leaders joined the celebration, underscoring the significance of the accomplishments being recognized. Schools That Met Growth M.B. Hubbard Elementary — Chastity WhitakerMiddlesex Elementary — Ginger CareyNorthern Nash High — Michael GirouardRocky Mount Middle — Dr. Leon Dupree & Brandi DeansSpring Hope Elementary — Chris JonesWinstead Avenue Elementary — Vanessa Love Schools That Exceeded Growth Benvenue Elementary — Elaina IngramCITI High

Nash County, NC · 21d

Rocky Mount Telegram

Northern Nash names Butler as new varsity baseball coach

Northern Nash High School has named Lane Butler as its new varsity head baseball coach. Butler is currently serving Northern Nash students as a science teacher and will begin his coaching duties immediately. “I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as the next head baseball coach of Northern Nash High School,” Butler said. “I am excited to build a team and a culture that can be defined by discipline, accountability and commitment. I have been around this group for several years now, so I know they are willing to put in the work and the results will follow.” “I have high expectations for our student-athletes. With Coach Butler leading our baseball program, I believe there will be renewed energy,” said Mike Girouard, Principal of NNHS. “Coach Butler brings a passion for the game and a clear vision for the baseball program. He is getting a special opportunity in a special place. I am confident that Coach Butler will make the most of this opportunity and has my full support.” Northern Nash High School Athletic Director Joey Keefe shared similar sentiments. Keefe, the former baseball coach, said “I have seen the passion and determination from Coach Butler over the

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The Enterprise

Firebirds fumbles, flubs open door for Gryphons, 28-14

Southern Nash committed four turnovers and 10 penalties in a 28-14 loss to Rocky Mount, despite 125 rushing yards and two touchdowns from D.J. Baker.

Rocky Mount Telegram

Gryphons top Firebirds, move into three-way tie for second in Big East

The Rocky Mount High School football team moved into a three-way tie for second place in the Big East 5A/6A Conference with a 28-14 victory over Southern Nash on Friday night in Bailey. The Gryphons (3-1 league, 6-2 overall) took a 14-0 advantage at the end of the first quarter. They held the Firebirds (2-3, 4-5) on downs to start the game and used a 39-yard pass from Jason Battle to Ur’Hynus Pierce to set up a one-yard touchdown run by Aydan Banks to take a 7-0 lead after Silas Cloer’s extra point with 9:23 left. Another turnover on downs helped Rocky Mount add to its lead. The Gryphons drove 75 yards in nine plays with Banks scoring from two yards on the first play of the second quarter. Cloer’s PAT made it 14-0 with 11:55 remaining in the half. A fumble recovery by the visitors set up a 17-yard run by Jamari Knight, and Braylen Fox’s two-yard TD run and a Cloer extra point pushed the Rocky Mount lead to 21-0 with 10:50 left in the second quarter. Southern Nash answered with a 68-yard drive in seven plays as D.J. Baker scored from the one-yard line and Brayden Wells

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JCPS General Fund Balance Grows To $15.9 Million

SMITHFIELD — Johnston County Public Schools ended the 2025-26 fiscal year with nearly $15.93 million in its General Fund balance, an increase of about $1.87 million from the previous year. The figures were presented to the Johnston County Board of Education during its Oct. 13 meeting as part of...

Johnston County, NC · 21d

The Johnstonian News

Ringer speaks for Sharp lecture series Oct. 26

Barton College will host theologian Christophe D. Ringer for a free Oct. 26 lecture on Black futures, carceral democracy and hope.

Wilson, NC · 20d

The Wilson Times

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CCS, WCA middle school teams reign as state champs

Community Christian and Wilson Christian middle school teams won state volleyball titles, while WCA also claimed the NCCSA boys soccer championship.

Wilson, NC · 21d

The Enterprise

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Nash County Public Schools supply drive serves 50 families

Nash County Public Schools supply drive provides essential items to 50 families and 89 students.

Nash County, NC · 21d

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North East Carolina Prep wins a barn burner at Washington County, 55-46

North East Carolina Prep scored 28 unanswered points in the second half to rally past Washington County 55-46 in a football game moved from Friday to Monday because of a community issue in Plymouth. Washington County led 30-13 at halftime on Senior Night. Kiymani Jones accounted for multiple touchdowns, including...

Tarboro, NC · 20d

Neuse News

Public Notice: Request For Proposals Wide Area Network (RFP 2027WAN001)

Lenoir County Public Schools seeks to leverage E-Rate funding and seeks proposals for Wide Area Network (WAN) services under E-Rate Application #270001670 to support district facilities beginning July 1, 2027.

Lenoir County, NC · 21d

The Wilson Times

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High School Football Standings, Friday, Oct. 16, 2026

Northern Nash, Tarboro, Sallie B. Howard and SW Edgecombe lead their conferences in the latest high school football standings.

Rocky Mount, NC · 23d

thewashingtondailynews.com

Southside, Northside win, Anchor Bowl next

BAYBORO — For the seventh straight season, Southside came away as the winner of the Fossil Bowl with Pamlico County. Southside (6-2, 3-0) actually fell behind to the Hurricanes (2-6, 1-2). Izir Benjamin scored on a 10-yard run in the first quarter for a 6-0 lead. After that, it was all Southside.

Chocowinity, NC · 22d

Rocky Mount Telegram

NC Wesleyan students assist SBI with active cold case

Criminal justice students at North Carolina Wesleyan University are gaining real‑world investigative experience through a partnership with the State Bureau of Investigation’s Cold Case Unit. The collaboration gives students the opportunity to work directly with an active cold case as part of a fall‑semester course led by Dr. Jay Fortenberry, assistant professor of criminal justice. The course, offered annually and capped at 15 students, is designed to provide an in‑depth, hands‑on look at how complex investigations unfold. Students work with both the SBI and the originating local agency throughout the semester. After signing confidentiality agreements, they receive access to case files and documentation. The current case includes more than 1,500 pages of material, ranging from interviews and crime scene photographs to laboratory reports. Each student is assigned specific portions of the case to review and analyze. They examine reports, identify potential leads and consider investigative gaps. The class then meets to discuss their findings, compare observations and develop recommendations that could help move the case forward. At the end of the semester, students present their conclusions to the SBI and the local agency involved in the investigation. The goal is to offer insights that could assist in the eventual resolution

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School Board Approves Personnel Changes, Contract Extensions

SMITHFIELD — The Johnston County Board of Education approved several central office personnel recommendations from Superintendent Dr. David Pearce during its October meeting. Among the actions, Marlon Watson was approved as Chief Operations Officer under a four-year contract. Weston Hockaday was approved as Construction and Capital Projects Officer. The...

Johnston County, NC · 22d

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Brogden Native Earns UMO Professor Of The Year Honor

MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. – Waylon Woodall serves as assistant professor of accounting at the University of Mount Olive by title. But ask what he hopes students take with them after graduation, and the answer reaches far beyond the subject itself. Whether his students go on to become accountants, marketers,...

Mt Olive, NC · 22d

The Enterprise

Nash CC introduces female students to electric line careers

Nash Community College hosted 34 female high school students for Girl Power 2026, offering hands-on exploration of electric line construction careers.

Rocky Mount, NC · 24d

WRAL

(14) Eno River volleyball survives first round scare, beats (19) Rosewood in five

HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. — Eno River wasted no time beginning its 2026 N.C. High School Athletic Association 2A state playoff journey with an 11 a.m. start time for Saturday's first round matchup with Rosewood. The morning sunshine paid off for the hosting Bobcats (12-9, 7-5 Triangle North 1A/2A), as the...

Goldsboro, NC · 23d

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