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Here’s a quick look at what’s coming up in Duplin County:

Jan. 7

  • ECU Health will hold free adult wellness screenings at the Thelma D. Bryant Library in Wallace on Jan. 7, from 9 a.m. to noon. Free screenings will include body mass index, blood pressure, glucose, and cholesterol checks, along with health coaching. 

Jan. 13

  • The NC Clean Energy Technology Center is hosting a community meeting on Jan. 13, 6 to 7:15 p.m., at Duplin County Extension Center, in Kenansville to provide a platform for residents to voice their perspectives on solar energy projects and learn about the Development Assistance and Siting Hub initiative. Any questions can be directed to Anna Weitz at akweitz@ncsu.edu.

Jan.15

  • The Southeast Region Soybean School will host a class at the Duplin County Extension Center in Kenansville on Jan. 28. Register by Jan.15 to reserve your spot. The class will feature research based information for optimizing soybean production. Visit https://ncsoy.org/regional-soybean-schools/ to register.
  • Duplin County Cooperative Extension is hosting a free Online Safety and Privacy session on Jan. 15, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the Duplin County Cooperative Extension Center, 165-C Agriculture Drive, Kenansville. Each participant who completes the pre-test and post-test will be entered into a drawing to win a free iPad. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information, call 252-320-9650.

Jan. 16

  • Nutrition Education: Med instead of Meds, a 6-session series will start on Jan. 16 at 5:30 p.m. at the Cooperative Extension office in Duplin. Cost is $20 for the series. For more information, visit go.ncsu.edu/duplin-mim space is limited.

Jan. 19

  • Join the First Missionary Baptist Church of Warsaw on Jan. 19 at 10 a.m. for a worship service to honor the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. The keynote speaker will be Leatrice Martin, Public Health Educator at NC Central University.
  • A Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration will be held at Holy Ghost Cathedral in Mount Olive on Jan. 19 at 3 p.m.

Jan. 20

  • The Duplin County NAACP will host a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. event on Monday, Jan. 20, at 11 a.m. in Ed Emory Auditorium, 165 Agriculture Drive, Kenansville. Lunch will be provided. Guest speaker is Marcus Bass, deputy director of the North Carolina Black Alliance.

  • Cardio Drumming for Seniors will be held on Jan. 20, Feb. 7 and 14, from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at 156 Duplin Commons Drive in Kenansville. Call Jennifer Moore at 910-296-2140 to register.

Jan. 22

  • Duplin County Cooperative Extension is hosting a free How to Search and Find Trusted Information Online session on Jan. 22, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at 165-C Agriculture Drive, Kenansville. Participants who complete the test will be entered into a drawing to win a free iPad. For more information, call 252-320-9650.
  • The registration deadline for the Eastern Forestry Landowner Summit is Jan. 22. The summit will be ​​on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 165 Agriculture Drive, Kenansville. This event is designed for woodland and forest landowners who desire a deeper understanding of forestry and wildlife management.

Jan. 23

  • Magnolia Dreams Inn presents Snowed Inn: A Murder Mystery on Jan. 23, at 7 p.m.

Jan. 29

  • Duplin County Cooperative Extension is hosting a free Using Healthcare Online session on Jan. 29, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at 165-C Agriculture Drive, Kenansville. Participants who complete the test will be entered into a drawing to win a free iPad. For more information, call 252-320-9650.

Feb. 1

  • A Ladies Community Breakfast hosted by Sandy Plain Church Ladies Auxiliary will be held on Saturday, Feb. 1, 9 a.m. to noon at 945 NC 241, Pink Hill. Linda Herring will be the guest speaker. Participants will enjoy breakfast, praise and worship.

Feb. 4

  • Duplin County Senior Services is offering digital information sessions for seniors on Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 24 from 10 a.m. to noon at 156 Duplin Commons Drive in Kenansville. Each participant that completes the pre-test and post-test will be entered in a drawing to win a free iPad. Light refreshments will be provided. Call Jennifer Moore at 910-296-2140 to register.

Feb. 7

  • The deadline to submit applications to nominate and recognize some of the outstanding volunteers in Duplin County in person is Friday, Feb. 7. Applications can be picked up at Duplin County Senior Services.

Feb. 8

  • Sandy Plain Church will host a Hee Haw Dinner Theater fundraiser for Lesser Ministries in the church gym on Feb. 8 at 6 p.m. The church is located at 945 NC 241, Pink Hill. There is no entrance fee, but donations will be accepted. Dinner starts at 6 p.m. The show starts at 6:45 p.m. Registration is required. There will be a sign-up sheet at the church foyer.

Feb. 11

  • Duplin County Senior Services is offering digital information sessions for seniors on Feb. 11, 18 and 24 from 10 a.m. to noon at 156 Duplin Commons Drive in Kenansville. Each participant that completes the pre-test and post-test will be entered in a drawing to win a free iPad. Light refreshments will be provided. Call Jennifer Moore at 910-296-2140 to register.

Feb. 14

  • Join the Bulls, Barrels and Broncs event on  Feb. 14 and 15 for some of the best rodeo action on dirt starting at 7 p.m. both nights. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy bull riding, bronc riding and barrel racing at the Duplin Events Center heated indoor arena. Advance tickets are $15, at the door tickets are $25. Kids 5 and under are free.

Feb. 18

  • The application period for Pitch It Duplin! A competition for business entrepreneurs is now open. The deadline to submit an application video, professional resume, and proof of residency is Feb. 18 by 5 p.m. Pitch It Duplin! gives entrepreneurs the chance to win money by pitching a new business idea to a panel of three industry experts. Selected applicants will be notified Feb. 20-21. Visit marinefederalhb.org for more details. The first place winner will receive $3,000, second place will get $2,000 and the third place winner will take home $1,000.

Feb. 22

  • The annual Mount Olive Black History Month parade is planned for Feb. 22 on Talton Avenue, with a rain date of March 1. Parade entries are available at Mount Olive town hall.
  • The registration deadline for the Eastern Forestry Landowner Summit   is Jan. 22. The landowner summit ​​will be on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 165 Agriculture Drive, Kenansville. This event is designed for woodland and forest landowners who desire a deeper understanding of forestry and wildlife management.

Feb. 27

  • Join the Town of Warsaw Community Gathering on Feb. 27 at the Warsaw Park and Rec Center on 309 Memorial Drive at 6 p.m. This is your opportunity to ask questions, share suggestions and meet with local leaders, elected officials, town employees, law enforcement, first responders and community organizations. Enjoy light refreshments and engage in open discussions. 

Recurring Events

First Monday of each month

  • The Duplin County Board of County Commissioners meets the first and third Monday of each month at 6 p.m., at 224 Seminary St., Kenansville. For more information, call 910-296-2100.
  • The Beulaville town board meets the first Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m., at 508 East Main St., Beulaville. For more information, call 910-298-4647.
  • The Calypso Town Council meets at the council chambers the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m., at 103 W. Trade Street. For more information, call 919-658-9221.
  • First Tuesday of each month
  • The Kenansville town board meets the first Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m., at 141 Routledge Rd., Kenansville. For more information, call 910-296-0369.

First Wednesday of each month

  • The Faison town board meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m., at 110 NE Center St., Faison. For more information, call 910-267-2721

First Thursday of each month

  • The Duplin Board of Elections has monthly meetings every first Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m. at the Elections Office, located at 160 Mallard Street in Kenansville. For more information contact 910-296-2170.

First Friday of each month

  • The Economic Development Board meets the first Friday of each month at 7 a.m. at the Duplin County Airport Conference Room.
  • Second Monday of each month
  • The Greenevers town board meets the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m., at 314 E. Charity Rd. For more information, call 910-289-3078.
  • The Teachey town board meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m., at 116 East 2nd St. For more information, call 910-285-7564.
  • The Warsaw town board meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m., at 121 S. Front St. For more information, call 910-293-7814.

Second Tuesday of each month

  • The Magnolia town board meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., at 108 Taylor St., Magnolia. For more information, call 910-289-3205.
  • The Rose Hill town board meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., at 103 Southeast Railroad St. For more information, call 910-289-3159.

Second Thursday of each month

  • The Wallace town council meets the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m., at 316 East Murray St., Wallace. For more information, call 910-285-4136.
  • Duplin County Beekeepers meet the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m., at the Duplin Extension Center.
  • Third Thursday of each month
    Duplin’s Friends of Horticulture meet the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m., at the Duplin Extension Center.

Fourth Tuesday of each month

  • The Duplin County Airport Commission Board meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Duplin County Airport.

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