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Goldsboro high school awarded grant from Dick’s Sporting Goods

GOLDSBORO, N.C. (WNCT) — A major athletic retailer has awarded a Goldsboro high school a grant. Eastern Wayne High School has been awarded an $8,000 grant from Dick’s Sporting Goods. The grant will help support the school’s soccer program. The school plans to update equipment, including soccer goals and uniforms. The school will officially recognize […]

Goldsboro, NC · 12d

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Corinth Holders decides to forfeit tonight’s game at Millbrook

Corinth Holders has decided to forfeit tonight’s season finale at Millbrook, according to multiple reports. There has been no official comment from the school or Johnston County Public Schools as of yet, and this story will be updated if a statement is released. We’ve have obtained a copy of...

Wendell, NC · 12d
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JCPS Approves $1.35 Million In School Facility Projects

SMITHFIELD — The Johnston County Board of Education approved more than $1.35 million in construction, maintenance and building system work during its October meeting. The largest individual project is at Micro Elementary School, where Vortex Construction Co. was awarded a $421,375 contract to build an enclosed connector between the northwest wing and the main school building.

Johnston County, NC · 12d

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High School Football Glance, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026

Northern Nash, Tarboro, Wilson Prep and West Craven lead their conferences after Friday’s high school football results.

Wilson, NC · 12d

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Parents, Residents Can Challenge School Materials Under New JCPS Policy

SMITHFIELD — Johnston County parents, teachers and residents will have a new process for challenging books and other materials used in public schools. The Johnston County Board of Education approved revisions to two policies during its Oct. 13 meeting, bringing the district’s rules in line with new state requirements.

Johnston County, NC · 12d

The Wilson Times

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Barton College celebrates 125-year legacy at homecoming

Barton College marked its 125th anniversary during homecoming, welcoming alumni for exhibits, reunions, milestone celebrations and the Class of 1976 Torchbearers induction.

Wilson, NC · 10d

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E.B. Frink Middle School Student transported to hospital after reporting feeling unwell

A student at E.B. Frink Middle School was transported to the hospital Thursday afternoon, October 29, after reporting feeling unwell shortly before dismissal, according to a statement released by the school.

Kinston, NC · 13d

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Principal honored during National Principal Month

The Bertie County Board of Education and Bertie Superintendent of Schools Dr. Otis Smallwood hold the principals overseeing the future of the county and the facilities in the district in their highest regard. Smallwood regularly recognizes the school leaders. October is National Principal Month and Smallwood and the district repeatedly recognized the district’s principals throughout the month. After the decision was made to close Aulander Elementary School, Dr. Chandra Eley became the Principal of Windsor Elementary School and Eley has adapted well. The reception she received at the annual Bertie High School Convocation rocked the house. The N.C. Department of Public Instruction featured her in a guide about blended learning, highlighting her encouragement of teachers to reflect on lessons and adjust instruction to meet students’ needs. West Bertie Elementary School Principal Natasha Stephenson emphasizes teamwork among teachers, families, students and the community. She has a commitment to a safe, nurturing school where students’ academic, emotional and social needs guide decisions. Stephenson emphasizes and encourages parent involvement and consistent teacher communication. Principal Latonya Square leads the students and faculty at Colerain Elementary School. Square realizes reading and mathematics are priorities. She also advocates for 15 minutes of reading at home each

Bertie County, NC · 13d

The Enterprise

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Wilkins earns recognition through UNC School of Government

Nash County Commissioner Gwen Wilkins has earned the Mentor Recognition Level in the Local Elected Leaders Academy through UNC’s School of Government.

Nash County, NC · 12d

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Corinth Holder forfeits the football game against Millbrook High School for the October 29th Game.

Reports from Millbrook High School and Corinth Holders High School state that Corinth Holders High School has forfeited the football game that was set to take place on Friday, Oct. 30. Millbrook High School is coming off of an amazing season with 5 wins, 0 losses and 1 tie. For...

Wendell, NC · 14d

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Northern Nash earns first-round bye in NCHSAA Class 6A playoffs

The Northern Nash High School boys’ soccer team has earned the No. 6 seed and will have a first-round bye in the North Carolina High School Athletic Association Class 6A playoffs, which begin Monday at the higher-seeded teams. The Knights (15-2-4) in the second round Thursday will play host to the winner of No. 22 Scotland (5-15-2) and No. 10 East Chapel Hill (13-9). Northern Nash has outscored opponents 100-21 this season with eight shutouts. The Knights lone losses came to Hunt (2-0) and J.H. Rose (4-3). Two other teams from the Twin Counties will have first-round matches on Monday. In the Class 5A playoffs, No. 13 Southern Nash (10-11 overall) will entertain No. 20 seed Durham School of the Arts (6-10-3). In the Class 4A playoffs, SouthWest Edgecombe (7-15-1) is the No. 23 seed and will play at No. 11 seed Eastern Wayne (11-5-1). Times of the first-round matches were not disclosed by the schools.

Rocky Mount, NC · 13d

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JCPS Providing Grief Support Following Death Of Four Oaks Middle School Student

FOUR OAKS – Johnston County Public Schools is providing grief and crisis support to students and staff at Four Oaks Middle School following the death of 12-year-old Austin “AJ” Paradise. Paradise, a seventh-grade student at Four Oaks Middle School, died following an ATV accident Sunday afternoon off...

Four Oaks, NC · 15d

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Team of the Week: East Columbus Gators pull off big upset over North Duplin

COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The East Columbus Gators are making a statement on the high school football field, earning this week’s WWAY Team of the Week honors after snapping a two-game losing streak with a 23-8 upset victory over North Duplin. The Gators entered Friday night’s matchup...

Lake Waccamaw, NC · 14d

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Princeton High Student Wins Inaugural Essence Of Ava Scholarship Pageant

SMITHFIELD – Princeton High School junior Emma Marie Daughtry has been named the first Miss Downtown Smithfield and winner of the inaugural Essence of Ava Scholarship. Daughtry received a $1,000 educational scholarship through the new pageant, organized by the Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation and the Ava Gardner Museum. The...

Smithfield, NC · 14d

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South Lenoir High team shows skill and spirit In taking double honors at Adult Spelling Bee

For four educators from South Lenoir High School, success is spelled a-p-o-s-i-o-p-e-s-i-s.

Lenoir County, NC · 12d

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Schools working to address increase in number of fights on campus

Pitt County Schools has seen an uptick in the number of fights on campus, and the school district is taking steps to address the trend, officials said. Executive Director of Student Services Sara English told the Board of Education last week that fighting referrals have increased this year, compared with the same number of school days last year. “We recognize that trend and are taking it seriously,” she said. “We also know that discipline patterns can change throughout the school year.” The report follows comments a South Greenville Elementary parent made earlier this month about an increase in fights at her child’s school. The “School Discipline: Prevention, Response and Accountability” presentation did not include the number of fights that have occurred. English told the board that it is not unusual for the number of fights to fluctuate during the school year. “Historically over the past three to five years, fighting incidents have increased in October and then they level out with another small increase again in April,” she said. “We will continue monitoring the data, rather than assuming this historical pattern will continue, to make sure that we’re doing everything we can to provide the support needed.” According to the

Pitt County, NC · 15d

The Johnstonian News

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CHS chorus plays Greenville; Pacot wins ed grant

Clayton High’s Honors Chorus performed at ECU’s Choral Invitational Festival, while chemistry teacher Glen Pacot received a grant for a community-focused STEM lab.

Greenville, NC · 13d

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Three undefeated ENC teams eye perfect regular seasons

The final Friday night of the high school football regular season is approaching, and three undefeated public school teams in Eastern North Carolina are looking to enter the playoffs with perfect records. J.H. Rose, Northside of Jacksonville and Northside of Beaufort County are all undefeated heading into the final week,...

Beaufort County, NC · 15d

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West Craven social studies teacher earns historical fiction honor for debut novel

VANCEBORO, Craven County — Zachary Allen, a seventh-grade social studies teacher at West Craven Middle School, received an Award of Excellence in Historical Fiction from the North Carolina Society of Historians. The award recognizes Allen’s debut novel, The Legend of James Jack. The book tells the story of...

Craven County, NC · 15d

The Wilson Times

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Chargers prepare for future with NCCSA middle school cross-country crown

Wilson Christian’s middle school boys won the NCCSA cross-country title with 68 points, placing all five scorers in the top 20 at Ivey Redmon Sports Complex.

Wilson, NC · 13d