The streets of downtown Mount Olive came alive with cheerful energy as thousands gathered for the 2025 NC Pickle Festival. The event featured live music and captivating performances throughout the day. Participants reveled in the pickle-eating contest, cheering for Haley Yu, who was crowned pickle-eating champion, devouring 12 pickles. Hot on her heels were Kaitlynn […]
Harrells Christian Academy recently celebrated a sparkling milestone with the 20th annual Miss Harrells Christian Academy Pageant, recently held at the Newkirk Auditorium. This year’s theme, “What Dreams Are Made Of,” set the stage for a dazzling evening as students, families, and faculty gathered for an evening filled with grace, talent, and school spirit. The […]
Accounting students at the University of Mount Olive seized an opportunity to earn real-world experience by offering free tax preparation services to qualifying community members through the university’s Tillman School of Business Volunteer Income Tax Preparation (VITA) program. Student volunteers completed IRS tax law training and examinations to assist clients who may not be able […]
Whether you are a pickle lover or looking for a fun weekend outing, the 2025 North Carolina Pickle Festival is back and ready to relish the spotlight. From Friday, April 25 to Saturday, April 26, the town of Mount Olive will burst to life with delicious treats, toe-tapping tunes, and a ton of family-friendly activities. […]
Get ready for a “berry” good time at the Garden Gala on April 26 and let the good times blossom as Wallace kicks off the festivities leading up to one of the most anticipated events in Duplin County—the Carolina Strawberry Festival. Held in the lush Gardens of Southeastern North Carolina from 1 p.m. to 5 […]
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 […]
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