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Three ENC counties part of group getting funds to practice youth alcohol, tobacco, drug use prevention
RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today announced the distribution of $6,250,000 to seven counties to provide youth substance use prevention within their communities. NCDHHS applied for and was awarded the funding through the U. S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, as part of its National Drug Control Strategy. North […]
Children’s Home Society event gives local adoptee a chance to share her story on the meaning of family
Anita Wells shares her adoption story and her journey to finding the meaning of family on her own terms. For many people, we grow up at home with our parents who we call family. For some, the word ‘family’ can change its meaning. Our parents or our guardians shift responsibilities and meaning over time for us. Anita Wells is a Duplin County resident who was adopted after birth. She began...
Fire News
Sunday, April 21Teachey VFD First Responders, responded to a medical call with Duplin County EMS. Teachey MR 16 arrived and assisted the patient, Duplin County EMS Medic 1 was cancelled as the patient just needed assistance in getting up out of the floor, All Teachey units cleared the call. Monday, April 22Faison VFR First Responders, responded to a medical call with Duplin County EMS. Faison Engine 2 arrived and started patient care, once Duplin County EMS Medic 4 arrived patient care was transferred. Once the...
Two arrested on attempted murder charges in connection to ENC shooting
WALLACE, Duplin County — Two people were arrested after Wallace police officers responded to a shooting on Brice Street Friday, May 4, 2024. Upon arrival, officers found a man with multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was flown to the hospital and had a last-known condition of critical. Within a...
Out and about
Spring Vendor and Craft Fair On May 11 starting at 9 a.m. Cabin Lake in Pink Hill is hosting a pop up market. Please call 910-298-3648 for more information and if you would like to join as a vendor for $20. The event is free to the public. BBQ Cook Off Chinquapin Volunteer Fire &...
The Country Smokehouse will close its doors in early May after decades of service in the restaurant business
BEULAVILLE — The outstanding family owned restaurant is set to close on May 6. Owner Peggy Howard spoke with The Duplin Times about the end of the Country Smokehouse and its legacy in Duplin County. Her grandmother Bertha Kennedy started the restaurant in the early 1950s. She began the business across the street from its current location on Main Street in Beulaville. The business was bought under Bertha and her...
Thank a teacher
What was the name of your first grade teacher? You may have seen a quiz on Facebook with this seemingly innocent question. However, experts warn that hackers can use your answers to access your accounts and wreak havoc. Since I don’t use that question, I can tell you my first grade teacher’s name was Mrs. Houston. I don’t remember anything in particular that she taught me, but I remember that we shared a birthday, she cared about us, and she made learning fun. My children, who are in their thirties, had excellent teachers in Duplin County schools who inspired, encouraged,...
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