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Keith Parrish cites classroom experience in Jones County school board bid

Retired educator Keith Parrish says his classroom experience and understanding of teachers’ and students’ needs inform his bid for the Jones County Board of Education.

Jones County, NC · 15d

Duplin Times

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Three Tigers Inducted into Hall of Fame

Three outstanding athletes were inducted into the 2026 James Kenan High School Athletics Hall of Fame on Oct. 10. From left are Jeffrey Wallace, Stephanie Player and Stedman Mathis. Wallace helped lead the Tigers to the Class 2A east final in 1960. Known as “Miss Inside” by her teammates, Player led James Kenan to three consecutive Class 1A eastern regional appearances from 2000-2002 in girls’ basketball. The Tigers advanced to the regional final in 2002. Mathis toted the pigskin in 2006 and 2007 for Kenan, which appeared in the Class 1AA state finals both seasons. The Tigers finished a perfect 16-0 in 2007.

Warsaw, NC · 17d

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Kinston High coach named North Carolina Coach of the Year

After leading Kinston High School to a state basketball title in March, Perry Tyndall has been named North Carolina’s men’s basketball Coach of the Year for 2025-2026. The Vikings finished the season 22-3, won the Eastern Region title and captured the 3A state championship. It was Tyndall’s fourth state title as Kinston’s head coach. He has also been part of three other championship teams as an assistant.

Kinston, NC · 17d
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Federal funds assist HCPS in filling teacher vacancies

RALEIGH - Teacher assistants, substitutes and other school employees in 16 North Carolina districts, to include Hertford County, will be able to become licensed teachers while keeping their jobs and paychecks, through a five-year, $5.5 million federal grant awarded to Western Governors University (WGU) and its apprenticeship organization Craft Education, in partnership with The Innovation Project.

Hertford County, NC · 17d
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The Wilson Times

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Tigers-Eagles clash to decide ECAC title Friday

Sallie B. Howard and defending champion Wilson Prep, both 3-0 in ECAC play, meet Friday with the winner poised to clinch the conference title.

Wilson, NC · 17d

Rocky Mount Telegram

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Alston, Rice win individual crowns; Northern Nash sweeps Big East

RED OAK — Rocky Mount senior Tayquan Alston and Southern Nash sophomore Brooklyn Rice were the individual winners while Northern Nash completed a sweep of the team titles during the Big East 5A/6A Conference Cross Country Championships on Wednesday afternoon at Red Oak Middle School. Alston captured the boys’ division crown by running the 3.1-mile course in 17 minutes, 56 seconds for the Gryphons. For the second straight year, it was Rice who crossed the finish line first in the girls’ division as she won in 21:16. The Knight boys made it 15 consecutive conference championships by compiling a team score of 20 points. They put five runners in the top eight (Miguel Guzman, Day-Mond Sherrod, Joey Lewis, Dillon Newbold and Humberto Escobar) to defeat Southern Nash (52 points), Hunt (62), Fike (121) and C.B. Aycock (133). Rocky Mount and Southern Wayne didn’t have enough runners to compile a team score. On the girls’ side, Northern Nash claimed the team crown with 34 points to edge Southern Nash (46), Hunt (83), Rocky Mount (103) and Fike (112). Southern Wayne and C.B. Aycock didn’t have enough runners for a team score. Southern Nash’s boys put two runners in the top 10

Rocky Mount, NC · 16d

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Pam Pack drop heartbreaker to SouthWest Edgecombe

This one will no doubt sting for a while. Washington High School football coach Brian Paschal hopes it also serves as a lesson learned as the crucial part of the season remains. SouthWest Edgecombe escaped with a 22-20 victory on Friday at J.G. “Choppy” Wagner Stadium. The Cougars (6-2, 4-0...

Washington, NC · 19d

Neuse News

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Snow Hill Primary Terrific Kid Awards

Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal. On Fridays, these students are presented with an award and are congratulated for their hard work. Below are Snow Hill Primary's Terrific Kid Awards!

Snow Hill, NC · 19d

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Leadership Johnston to graduate 17 participants Nov. 19

SMITHFIELD — Leadership Johnston will recognize 17 participants in its 2026 class during a graduation ceremony Thursday, Nov. 19, at Johnston Community College. The event will begin with a reception at 5 p.m., followed by dinner at 5:30 p.m. The ceremony will take place in the college’s Tart Lobby, 245 College Road.

Johnston County, NC · 18d

Neuse News

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LCPS high schoolers get up close and personal with Reality of Money

When 60 students from LCPS high schools moved through a reality-based simulation designed to give them a taste of what it takes to make ends meet financially, Emma Cottrill and Lea Penny, both juniors at South Lenoir High School, recognized a hard truth simultaneously.

Lenoir County, NC · 19d

WNCT

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Craven Community College in Havelock to offer GED and HiSET courses in January

HAVELOCK, N.C. (WNCT) — Craven Community College will begin offering adult education classes after the new year. On January 11, 2027, Craven Community College’s Havelock Campus will provide the community with an opportunity to work toward a GED or HiSET high school equivalency credential. Classes are slated to meet Monday through Thursday from 6-9 pm. […]

Havelock, NC · 19d

Rocky Mount Telegram

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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 · 19d

Rocky Mount Telegram

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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

Rocky Mount, NC · 18d

The Enterprise

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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, NC · 19d

Rocky Mount Telegram

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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

Rocky Mount, NC · 18d

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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 · 19d

The Johnstonian News

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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 · 18d

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 · 19d

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 · 19d

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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 · 18d