Meet Sheriff Stratton Stokes Each week, Duplin Journal highlights a community member whose hard work and dedication represent the spirit of Duplin County. This week, Duplin Journal invited Sheriff Stratton Stokes for a Q&A session. As Sheriff, Stokes plays a vital role in shaping law enforcement priorities and policies in Duplin County. His journey has […]
Meet Magnolia Mayor Dawn Ward Each week, Duplin Journal highlights a community member whose hard work and dedication represent the spirit of Duplin County. This week, Duplin Journal invited Magnolia Mayor Dawn Ward for a Q&A session. As the Mayor of Magnolia, Ward plays a crucial role in fostering a sense of belonging among residents, […]
Throughout the week, Dr. Keith Kreitz can be found providing life-saving medical care and advice to his patients at ECU Health Duplin Hospital in Kenansville where he is a surgeon as well as the director of bariatrics. On Wednesday nights, however, the doctor hangs up his white coat and stethoscope to don a different kind […]
KENANSVILLE — Last week, the Duplin Events Center came alive with excitement as second-grade students from all elementary schools across Duplin County arrived to participate in Duplin Grows. The annual event has become more of a tradition and a vibrant celebration of agriculture, uniting students, enthusiastic volunteers, dedicated teachers, and passionate agricultural professionals for two […]
Saturday’s ecoBlast Climate Extravaganza at the Cowan Museum of History and Science in Kenansville was a labor of love for Museum Director Robin Grotke, who rallied presenters, volunteers and organizations from across the state to educate attendees on the Earth’s climate, the influence human activity and development has upon it, how these changes are impacting […]
Each week, Duplin Journal highlights a community member whose hard work and dedication represent the spirit of Duplin County. This week, Duplin Journal invited Angela Smith, Rose Hill town administrator and finance officer, for a Q&A session. Smith began her career with the town of Rose Hill in 2001 as an administrative assistant and utility […]