Duplin County will remain as a tier one designation for 2024, according to a North Carolina Department of Commerce press release. A tier one designation is given to the most economically distressed counties in North Carolina. Each county is ranked based on factors such as average unemployment rate for the last 12 months, median household […]
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is investigating three fatal crashes that occurred in Duplin County on Sunday, Dec. 10. The first accident took place in the early morning hours at the intersection of NC 41 Highway and Rivenbarktown Road. According to authorities Kimberlynn Perez, failed to stop at a stop sign, hitting a tree. […]
The Beulaville Board of Commissioners bid farewell to longtime Commissioner Kenny Whaley at the regular monthly meeting Dec. 4, and welcomed in new Commissioner Tracy Thomas. Mayor Hutch Jones presented a plaque of appreciation to Whaley at the start of the meeting, saying, “A plaque does not do you justice, what you’ve done for the […]
By Ena Sellers, Duplin Journal KENANSVILLE — Monday, Dec. 4 was a joyful night at the County Commissioners meeting in Kenansville, as two emergency responders were recognized for their actions which saved the life of a woman who was having a heart attack. “One of the main reasons we get into EMS is to ultimately save […]
By Ena Sellers, Duplin Journal BEULAVILLE — More than 100 people gathered at East Duplin High School to celebrate the annual Christmas Banquet for Duplin Veterans First, Friday night in Beulaville. The event, honoring veterans of all branches, featured guest speakers Hal Weatherman and Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson. The banquet kicked off with a welcome message […]
By Ena Sellers, Duplin Journal WALLACE — The historic Community Center on Wallace’s Railroad Street saw a full house on Nov. 28 as people gathered to learn more about the proposed passenger line between Wilmington and Raleigh. The event featured a presentation by Eddie McFalls, a consultant with the NC Department of Transportation Rail Division. […]
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