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Raleigh News & Observer

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Why DEQ let a Raleigh real estate agent take over a troubled Wayne County hog farm

A Raleigh real estate agent with no hog farming experience bought a Wayne County farm infamous for a massive 2022 waste spill, and it has kept leaking sludge into public waterways. State regulators approved his permit to run the site without a background check and have little power beyond issuing fines, which the owner hasn’t paid. FULL STORY: Why DEQ trusted a Raleigh real estate agent with the site of a massive hog waste spill Here are key takeaways: Wallace Green, a Raleigh real estate agent operating as Biox Renewables — a one-person LLC with no website or office — bought the former White Oak Farms at auction in 2024 despite never having run such an operation. The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality does not perform background checks or require financial disclosures from applicants. Spokesperson Josh Kastrinsky said the only confirmation sought was that Green had a registered LLC. DEQ has fined Biox three times this year — $10,697 in May, $7,347 in August and $5,280 in September — but Green hasn’t paid any of them and insists he’s “in compliance.” He is also over a year behind on required reports. Samantha Krop of Sound Rivers said testing of runoff

Raleigh, NC · 1d

Neuse News

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Lenoir, Jones counties among those eligible for UMO AgPrime Grants

UMO AgPrime grants are available to farmers and agribusiness owners in Beaufort, Bertie, Bladen, Brunswick, Camden, Carteret, Chowan, Columbus, Craven, Cumberland, Currituck, Dare, Duplin, Gates, Hertford, Hoke, Hyde, Jones, Lee, Lenoir, Montgomery, Moore, New Hanover, Pamlico, Pasquotank, Pender, Perquimans, Onslow, Richmond, Robeson, Scotland, Tyrrell, and Washington counties.

Mt Olive, NC · 1d

Neuse News

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Kinston council approves downtown selection process, police dog retirement

Kinston City Council approved a process for selecting a nonprofit to promote downtown and support its businesses, authorized police dog Nero’s retirement and approved sewer service for four properties during its Nov. 2 meeting.

Kinston, NC · 3d

WNCT

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Field of flags display set for Nov. 6-13 in New Bern

NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — The Craven Community College’s Student Veterans of America (SVA) chapter is honoring veterans and active-duty members with the annual Field of Flags display on Nov. 6-13 at Union Point Park in New Bern. This is a partnership with the Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) Chapter 886 and will consist of […]

New Bern, NC · 3d

Rocky Mount Telegram

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Longtime clerk of clerk faces political newcomer in Edgecombe County

Edgecombe County Clerk of Court Carol Allen White has served for more than three decades in office but she is facing a challenge from a legal assistant with the District Attorney’s Office who previously worked as a paralegal and who before that served in the military. Voters are deciding today whether they want White, a Democrat, to serve for another four years as the superior court clerk or whether they want to replace her with Lisa Webb, a Republican who is conducting her first campaign for public office. At stake is who for the next four years in Edgecombe County is going to be responsible for all clerical and record-keeping functions of both the superior court and the district court. District courts handle cases of lower-level crimes and civil cases between $10,000 to $25,000. Superior courts hear cases involving felony crimes, civil cases involving $25,000 or more and appeals from district courts. White also is seeking reelection in a county that has long been historically pro-Democrat, and she is running on her experience. Webb on social media is acknowledging that experience is valuable but so are fresh perspectives, new ideas and the willingness to recognize when things can be done

Edgecombe County, NC · 4d

Neuse News

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Muse & Maker highlights November arts events in Kinston

The November issue of Muse & Maker from the Community Council for the Arts features a holiday arts market, workshops, exhibitions and more opportunities to explore the arts in Kinston.

Kinston, NC · 2d

wcti12.com

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$10,000 donation backs signage and bike trails at Craven County Nature Park

CRAVEN COUNTY — Craven County commissioners accepted a $10,000 donation from resident Ann Corby on Monday. The donation will help pay for signage and bike trails at Craven County Nature Park. The park is expected to open in early 2027. County officials say the park will benefit residents and...

Craven County, NC · 1d

Neuse News

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FRCE inducts its first HH-60W Jolly Green II for maintenance at GTP Kinston

Fleet Readiness Center East inducted its first HH-60W Jolly Green II for scheduled depot-level maintenance Sept. 21, marking the platform’s first aircraft to be brought in for planned maintenance at the depot’s Global TransPark facility in Kinston.

Kinston, NC · 1d

Yahoo!

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New Bern hides North Carolina’s grandest colonial comeback story right on the river

Tryon Palace sits right along the Trent River in New Bern, and the moment you walk through the gates, costumed guides pull you straight into the 1700s. This was the home of North Carolina's royal governor, one of the most famous colonial sites in the state. The grounds stretch across a walkable spread of buildings, gardens and workshops.

New Bern, NC · 2d

Neuse News

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LCPS's Brent Williams a finalist for new CTE Superintendent of the Year award

Superintendent Brent Williams, who has led Lenoir County Public Schools into a new era of student achievement, work-based learning and career readiness, is a regional finalist for the inaugural North Carolina CTE Superintendent of the Year award.

Lenoir County, NC · 1d

wcti12.com

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Church volunteers repaint and repair Mount Olive rec facility press box and bleachers

MOUNT OLIVE, Wayne County — Volunteers from The Bridge (Mount Olive) Church have refreshed the press box, dugouts and bleachers at a Mount Olive recreation facility, according to Mount Olive Parks and Recreation. The department says volunteers pressure-washed the areas, replaced wood, scraped and primed surfaces, and applied multiple...

Mt Olive, NC · 1d

The Wilson Times

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Wilson County Board of Education gets 2 new members

Two incumbents won reelection and newcomers Tekicey Jones and F.T. Franks Jr. won open seats on the Wilson County Board of Education, according to unofficial results.

Wilson County, NC · 3d

Neuse News

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Lenoir school board approves improvement plans, hears transportation concerns

The Lenoir County Board of Education approved school improvement plans for all 17 district schools and heard concerns about student transportation during its Nov. 2 meeting.

Lenoir County, NC · 2d

wcti12.com

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Craven County to illuminate seven buildings green in honor of veterans

How many counties participated in 2025 Operation Green Light?. What services does Craven County Veterans Services Department provide?. Craven County is illuminating seven government buildings green from Nov. 4-11 as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwide initiative honoring military veterans and raising awareness about available support services.

Craven County, NC · 2d

wcti12.com

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Student veterans at Craven Community College organize New Bern’s Field of Flags

Union Point Park in New Bern is filling with hundreds of American flags ahead of Veterans Day next Wednesday, each one honoring someone who has served the country. Volunteers of all ages gathered to continue the annual “Field of Flags” tradition, organized by student veterans at Craven Community College. Each flag includes a tag with the name of a veteran or service member, arranged in alphabetical order.

New Bern, NC · 1d

wcti12.com

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Pitt County collecting holiday gifts for children, teens in foster care through Dec. 11

PITT COUNTY, N.C. — Pitt County is asking the community to help make the holiday season brighter for children and teens in foster care through its annual Christmas Toy Drive. The Pitt County Consolidated Human Services (CHS) Agency is collecting new, unwrapped toys, clothing, gift cards and other essential...

Pitt County, NC · 2d

WNCT

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NC House race between Reeder and Kempner still too close to call

PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — There’s still one seat for the State House here in Pitt County that still hasn’t been called. Current representative for NC House District 9 Tim Reeder is losing to the democrat challenger, Claire Kempner, by just 175 votes. A recount for the race is expected with the close margin as […]

Pitt County, NC · 2d

columbuscountynews.com

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State Calls Emergency Elections Meeting

The State Board of Elections is meeting right now to determine whether to extend hours at South Williams Precinct (Tabor City Courthouse). We’ll bring updates online and social media as soon as more information becomes available. Polling places in Columbus, Gates, Lenoir, Wilkes and Hertford counties will be in...

Columbus County, NC · 4d

The Wilson Times

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The world is larger than Wilson

Rosa Gobien argues that cutting support for Eyes on Main Street and the American Center for Photographers could weaken Wilson’s cultural vitality and downtown revitalization.

Wilson, NC · 4d

publicradioeast.org

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Voters in Edgecombe County will decide Clerk of Superior Court, District Attorney and a District Court judgeship races

Voters in Edgecombe County will decide several races Tuesday, including Clerk of Superior Court, District Attorney and a District Court judgeship. In the Clerk of Superior Court race, Democrat Carol Allen White faces Republican Lisa Preku Webb. The clerk's office handles court records, estate proceedings and other administrative and judicial responsibilities.

Edgecombe County, NC · 4d