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Southern Wayne erases first-half deficit to defeat Charles B. Aycock, 2-1, and end rivalry drought

From the opening whistle, Charles B. Aycock attacked with aggression, putting pressure on the Southern Wayne defense and ...
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Saints keep fighting as Rocky Mount pulls away in road battle

The Southern Wayne Saints stepped onto the field ready to battle the Rocky Mount Gryphons, but despite several strong drives ...
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Tigers strike early and build a commanding first-quarter lead

The James Kenan Tigers came out strong against the Goldsboro Cougars, using a balanced offensive attack and a strong ...
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WCC sponsors high school math contest at Wayne County Fair

For the 37th year, Wayne Community College’s Mathematics Department partnered with local high schools to sponsor the Wayne ...
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Women growing to love themselves more

Hi, my name is Gail, and right now I am inwardly telling myself, “The battle belongs to God,” as I am getting up off the ...
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Tigers roar past Eagles in homecoming rout

With conference rival Rosewood coming to town for homecoming, the Tigers entered Friday night looking to make an early statement in conference play. By the final whistle, James Kenan had done exactly ...
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Stephanie Corona: Turning a Human Services degree into community impact at ADLA

For Stephanie Corona, earning a bachelor’s degree in Human Services from the University of Mount Olive was about more than completing a degree. It was a chance to strengthen the skills she uses every ...
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H. D. Grady brings UMO values to Chamber leadership role

MOUNT OLIVE — H. D. Grady, a 2013 graduate of Mount Olive College and owner of Mount Olive Motor Company, has been named Chair of the Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce, assuming a leadership role ...
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Mount Olive company part of statewide grant distributions

Mount Olive is one of 15 North Carolina communities that will receive a grant to spur job creation, Governor Josh Stein announced last week. The $200,000 grant will support a building expansion at ...
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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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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 ...