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North Duplin golds off Rosewood in 13-12 thriller

North Duplin built an early two-score advantage and then survived a furious fourth-quarter rally Friday night, holding off ...
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Saints soar past Goldsboro in dominant county rivalry victory

The Southern Wayne Saints made a statement in their county rivalry matchup against the Goldsboro Cougars, dominating on both ...
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Saints weather the storm, pull away from Union Spartans

After a rain delay pushed back the start of the action, the Southern Wayne Saints found themselves in an early battle against ...
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Lady Tigers sweep Lady Gators in early-season volleyball matchup

The James Kenan Lady Tigers opened their matchup against the Spring Creek Lady Gators with a strong start, using early ...
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West makes history with golf tourney win

West, who began playing golf at just eight years old, won the Men’s Club Championship recently and made history as the ...
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Rebels show fight in season opener despite 5-2 loss to Rosewood

The North Duplin Rebels opened their 2026 season on the road against the Rosewood Eagles, bringing plenty of energy and determination into their first matchup of the year. Despite ultimately falling 5 ...
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Gators capitalize on key opportunities and penalty kicks

SEVEN SPRINGS — The Spring Creek Gators and North Pitt Panthers battled through a physical and fast-paced matchup, with both teams displaying strong defensive pressure and offensive aggression from ...
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North Duplin Rebels hold off Southside Seahawks

North Duplin’s No. 2 Cole Grady pulls away from defenders as he carries the ball for a first down. The North Duplin Rebels opened their matchup against the Southside Seahawks with a physical rushing ...
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UMO honors faculty and staff with service awards

MOUNT OLIVE – During the University of Mount Olive’s Annual Founder’s Day event, Dr. H. Edward Croom, President, recognized several faculty and staff members for their dedicated service and ...
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Mount Olive hires new town manager

Mount Olive town clerk Sherry Davis administers the oath to newly hired town manager Octavius Murphy. Holding the Bible is his wife, Jacqueline. (Georgia Dees|mountoilvetribune.com) Mount Olive town ...
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Duplin County Community Foundation awards nearly $17,000 in grants

The Duplin County Community Foundation, a North Carolina Community Foundation affiliate, has awarded $16,810 in grants to organizations supporting the local community. “For nearly 20 years, DCCF’s ...
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Mimm to lead UMO nursing program

With over 32 years of clinical practice Dr. Nancy Mimm of Harrisburg, Pa. is well poised to lead the University of Mount Olive Nursing Program to the next level. “As the new chair of the Department of ...