WARSAW — You never know when a small gesture can spark big inspiration. That’s what happened to Lyndon McCall of Warsaw. When McCall was eight years old, growing up in the mountain town of Brevard, N.C., an 80-year-old lady named Galloway gave him a small cactus. That gift created a life-long passion for plants. Moving […]
The University of Mount Olive recently announced that its reading clinic program received a grant of $67,725 from the Anonymous Trust for the 2025-26 academic year. This funding will support elementary students struggling with literacy while providing education majors with hands-on teaching experience. “The UMO Reading Clinic is an innovative initiative that exemplifies a win-win […]
Harrells Christian Academy recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new 7,000-square-foot agricultural education building. The new facility will feature spaces for animal science education and a hands-on ag workshop, with training in welding, woodworking, and small engine mechanics. “We believe the new HCA Agricultural Education Building and pathway will not only be beneficial to […]
WALLACE — An economic development strategic plan was presented to the Wallace Town Council last Thursday, outlining the town’s chief objectives over the next five years and strategies to achieve them. The plan focuses on the revitalization of downtown Wallace, improving community engagement and connection, and creating a strong network of local businesses in addition […]
WALLACE — Starbucks, Wawa and Dunkin’— oh my! Rumors surrounding what new businesses are coming to Wallace have circulated since before the town’s 2024 acquisition of 150 acres in Pender County, and have been given fuel following the start of construction on its $20 million airport improvement project and $5 million fire station earlier in […]
WALLACE — Wallace Christian Academy (WCA) held a groundbreaking ceremony last Wednesday to celebrate the commencement of construction on its future middle school building behind Poston Baptist Church, bringing the local private school one step closer to realizing its vision for a fully functioning Pre-K through 12th grade private Christian academy in the community. WCA […]