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The Enterprise

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Jenkins: Health department treats generations

Martin-Tyrrell-Washington District Health Department’s Human Services Deputy Director Latonya Jenkins did not always know what she wanted to do for a career. When she figured it out, she poured her heart and soul into nursing. Jenkins grew up in the Indian Woods area of Bertie County, then moved to Martin County when she was 12. Upon graduation, she spent a semester at East Carolina University. “I did not do well at all,” she confessed. “My Mama [Shelia Roberson] got tired of me messing around. She threatened, ‘You are either going to Perdue [to work], or you are going to school.’” That was her wakeup call. “I got my booty in school. But I wasn’t sure what I was going for,” she added. Her stepfather, Elder Linvert Roberson (now deceased), whom she called her “Bonus Dad,” suggested nursing. “That is how it all started,” she said. At Beaufort Community College, the counselor encouraged her to go beyond her basic LPN — Licensed Practical Nurse. “When I told her I just wanted to do LPN, she told me, ‘No, I’m setting you up for RN [registered nurse].’” Jenkins received her associate’s degree in nursing (ADN) in 2000. “My first nursing job was

Martin County, NC · 21h

The Wilson Times

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Southern Bank funds classroom mini grant requests

Southern Bank funded $2,500 in mini grants for classroom projects at Rock Ridge Elementary and Forest Hills Middle schools through the Wilson Education Partnership.

Wilson, NC · 2d

The Wilson Times

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Barbrey leads Fike All-Big East selections as league POY

Fike sophomore setter Bailee Barbrey was named Big East Player of the Year after helping lead the Golden Demons to conference titles and 22 wins.

Wilson, NC · 2d

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.

Snow Hill, NC · 18h

Neuse News

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Greg Murphy leads by 233 votes as counties prepare to finalize election results

Republican U.S. Rep. Greg Murphy leads Democrat Raymond Smith by 233 votes in North Carolina’s 3rd Congressional District as election officials in Lenoir, Greene and Jones counties prepare to review provisional ballots and verify the results of the Nov. 3 midterm election.

Lenoir County, NC · 1d

Country Herald

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Greenville, NC Frost Alert Tonight: Lows Near 36° by 1 AM

Clear skies and calm winds may send inland temperatures into the mid-30s between 1 and 7 a.m.

Greenville, NC · 8h

The Daily Advance

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Rocky Mount to hosts 47th CIAA championship

The road to the championship leads to Rocky Mount, and the Twin Counties are preparing to welcome a new chapter in collegiate athletics. The Rocky Mount Event Center will hold the 47th Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Volleyball Tournament, Monday through Wednesday, bringing championship-level competition to downtown Rocky Mount and creating an exciting opportunity for the entire region to showcase its hospitality, businesses and growing presence in sports tourism. Admission to the tournament is free. “The CIAA is thrilled to bring our volleyball championship to Rocky Mount,” said Jacqie McWilliams-Parker, commissioner of the CIAA. “We appreciate the city’s partnership and warm hospitality as we celebrate the incredible talent of our student-athletes and the spirit of CIAA athletics. We look forward to an exciting championship that brings our fans and communities together and creates lasting memories. Thank you, Rocky Mount, for welcoming the CIAA family.” The CIAA announced the seeding for this year’s tournament earlier this week. Elizabeth City State is No. 4 seed and follows Fayetteville State (No. 1), Virginia State (No. 2) and Livingstone College (No. 3). For Rocky Mount, the significance of holding the championship extends well beyond the volleyball court. With visitors expected to stay in area hotels,

Rocky Mount, NC · 2d

The Wilson Times

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Wilson Prep’s Hicks sibs, Bruins’ Thorne run in NCHSAA cross-country championships

Wilson Prep’s Mireici Hicks placed 27th in the 1-A girls race, while brother Aaron Hicks and Beddingfield’s Isaac Thorne also competed at the NCHSAA cross-country championships.

Wilson, NC · 2d

outerbanksvoice.com

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SCIENCE ON THE SOUND highlights Carbon Removal Project in Duck

“Independent monitoring completed for carbon removal field trial in Duck, NC”. Join us for the November 2026 installment of the Science on the Sound Lecture Series at the Coastal Studies Institute on the ECU Outer Banks Campus. This monthly, in-person lecture series brings perspectives from all over the state and highlights research and topics relevant to the coast and northeastern North Carolina. This month, Dr. Jaclyn Cetiner from Hourglass Climate will present, “Independent monitoring completed for carbon removal field trial in Duck, NC.”

Duck, NC · 1d

ncfootballnews.com

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Conference Carolinas Bowl set: UNC Pembroke to face North Greenville after three-way tie

The three-way tie atop the Conference Carolinas football standings has been settled – at least when it comes to determining who will play in the league’s championship game. UNC Pembroke will travel to North Greenville on Saturday, Nov. 14, for the Conference Carolinas Bowl after the league used...

Tigerville, SC · 2d