The 6-foot commemorative monument will stand as a source of inspiration, bringing light to the life of a boy from Faison who reached for the stars FAISON — Beautiful clear skies set the background for a very special celebration honoring Faison’s homegrown astronaut, William E. Thornton, last Friday. Approximately 75 people gathered at the site […]
10 local young men were recognized for their dedication and service to the community KENANSVILLE — A group of young men with the Faison Sea Scout Ship 55 was recognized for their selfless dedication and volunteerism to Duplin County at the June 3 County Commissioners meeting held at the Ed Emory Auditorium in Kenansville. […]
By Ena Sellers Duplin Journal FAISON — The Town of Faison Board held their regular monthly meeting on April 3. Matthew Scott, Recreation & Wellness Center director shared that they have started registration for the 2024-25 after school program at the Anne Stroud Taylor Recreation & Wellness Center. “I’m doing a big push for online […]
By Ena Sellers, Duplin Journal FAISON — The Faison Town Board approved a bid from Jones and Smith Contractors for the demolition of the old gym during their monthly meeting held in February. Jones and Smith Contractors were the lowest bidder out of the three companies vying for the project with a bid of $65,240. “This […]
Just a few years ago, Lee and Amanda Graham owned and operated a turkey farm just outside Faison. Now, they’ve transformed the old farmstead into a premier venue that hosts everything from barrel racing and rodeos to weddings and quinceaneras. The barns and arena that make up Tara Creek were originally turkey houses, and then […]
Seniors 60 and over can sign up to receive a daily free meal through the program FAISON – Despite outreach efforts, the attendance numbers at the Faison congregate nutrition site are low, a problem that could result in losing meal benefits for seniors 60 and older at the Faison site. Sandra Krantz of Faison, expressed […]
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