KENANSVILLE — A group of senior citizens gathered in a classroom at the Duplin County Senior and Veterans Services building in Kenansville for a hands-on art class led by local artist Timothy Edmonson of Rose Hill. While 15 participants initially signed up, several were unable to attend the first session, leaving a smaller group to […]
Over two decades ago, the Town of Wallace and Pender County signed a contract for Wallace to provide water to the neighboring county. At the time, Pender did not have enough water to meet the demands of its growing population. As Wallace Town Manager Rob Taylor said in an interview with Duplin Journal, “Wallace had […]
KENANSVILLE — The Duplin County Airport Commission Board reviewed major infrastructure projects, staffing progress, and long-term planning during their Sept. 23 meeting, signaling continued investment in what board members called one of the county’s “best-kept secrets.” Airport Director Joshua Raynor said the Daniels and Daniels hangar project is still in the midst of moving dirt […]
In a surprising and exclusive announcement to Duplin Journal, longtime North Carolina Representative Jimmy Dixon has officially reversed his decision to retire and confirmed that he will seek reelection in 2026. Just one week after stating he would not run again, Dixon says a wave of reflection, family conversations and overwhelming community support led him […]
A multi-agency pursuit through Duplin County involving a stolen vehicle ended in a crash Thursday near Kenansville with the arrest of the suspect, identified as Edgar Gallagher III, 56, of Swansboro. According to the Beulaville Police Department, the chase began shortly after an officer spotted a Chevrolet box truck speeding and illegally passing vehicles in […]
Longtime North Carolina Representative Jimmy Dixon announced Tuesday, Sept. 23 that he will not seek re-election after completing his eighth term in the General Assembly. Dixon, who has represented House District 4 for 16 years, said his decision comes after “serious and prayerful consideration,” emphasizing a desire to spend more time with his family and […]
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