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The Standard
Dennis celebrates 40 years with CopyPro
CopyPro Vice President of Support Services Debra Dennis is celebrating her 40th anniversary with the company. Dennis joined CopyPro in 1986 as a customer service dispatcher and steadily rose through the ranks over her four decades of service. Appointed vice president of support services in 2014, she oversees day-to-day operations of the service, aftermarket and IT departments. In addition to managing major account installations, Dennis works closely with the chief operating officer (COO) on strategic decisions that affect the company’s operations and well-being. “Debra’s extensive knowledge of CopyPro’s daily operations and history continues to make her a tremendous asset to the company. She is committed to both the company and the customers we serve, a very rare combination. We are lucky to have Debra as part of the CopyPro management team,” COO Jason Jones said. “I often say that CopyPro and I have grown up together — I’ve had a front-row seat to 40 years of incredible change within our industry and the company,” Dennis said, reflecting on her journey. “One of the owners once asked me what my favorite hobby was; my immediate answer was, ‘Working at the PRO!’ When I finally decide to retire, they may have to
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NC Newsline
New group seeks to help US small towns lead the clean energy transition
As the mayor of tiny Enfield, North Carolina, Mondale Robinson has huge clean energy ambitions. Among them: building a solar farm to power the entire town of about 2,000, replacing the town’s decrepit substation to distribute those renewable electrons, and building a thermal energy network to provide heating and cooling and reduce exorbitant electric bills. But Enfield […]
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Neuse News
Lions Industries for the Blind establishes foundation, names Proctor executive director
Lions Industries for the Blind (LIB) has established the LIB Foundation and named veteran nonprofit executive Sue Norcross Proctor as its first executive director. Proctor, who served as executive director of SAFE for 30 years and most recently led Friends of the Homeless in Kinston, began her new role on October 1, 2026.
Tire Review
Four Generations Keep Pugh’s Tire Moving Forward
In 1945, George Pugh opened a small corner gas station in Greenville, North Carolina. Eighty years later, Pugh’s Tire and Service Center has grown into a five-location tire and service business led by George’s grandsons, with the family’s fourth generation already helping carry the name forward. For...
hoodline.com
69 New Acres Shield Neuse River Near Clayton From Sprawling Growth
Sixty-nine acres, including wetlands and floodplain, along the Wake-Johnston county line are now permanently off-limits to development, after Triangle Land Conservancy protected the tract adjacent to its Sarah and Bailey Williamson Nature Preserve in eastern Wake County. The land, known as the Neuse River Connector, sits in the Shotwell community and includes two parcels now held under a conservation easement administered by the state.
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ENC auto dealer nominated for TIME award
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - The president of an automotive group in eastern Carolina has been nominated for the 2027 TIME Dealer of the Year award. Brian Pecheles, the Pecheles Automotive Group president, is one of 48 dealer nominees. The award recognizes successful auto dealers who commit to community service. “This...
The Daily Reflector
Workweek: Greenville truck driver recognized by Cargo Transporters
Cargo Transporters has recognized Greenville resident and military veteran Larry Rhodes as its Driver of the Month for October 2026. Rhodes was selected for his dependability, professionalism and willingness to handle every assignment given to him, according to Cargo. Rhodes joined Cargo Transporters in December 2018 and operates out of the company’s Rocky Mount terminal. During his career with Cargo, he has accumulated more than 900,000 miles and earned the trust of his Fleet Leader, Sherri Strahan. “He is always on time,” Strahan said. “He does whatever is given to him, no matter what. He is very professional and represents Cargo well on the road.” Rhodes enjoys the variety that comes with a career behind the wheel. “You never know what you’re going to see one day to the next,” Rhodes said. “Seeing new things is probably my favorite part.” When asked about his view on safety, Rhodes described it as his “priority number one.” His advice to drivers entering the industry is equally direct: “Just be patient.” Rhodes also values the personal opportunities his career with Cargo provides. He said the company allows him to remain close to his daughter while she attends college. Headquartered in Claremont, Cargo Transporters