GARLAND — The Garland Board of Commissioners held its second special meeting of the month Thursday evening, marking an important moment for both the new and seasoned members of the board, with the group appointing a new mayor pro tem and, among other things, returning a former town clerk to the position.
Sampson Community College reached another milestone recently with its highest enrollment period to date this school year, with almost 1,800 students enrolled.
The saying “a picture is worth a thousand words” rings true at the Victor R. Small house in Clinton, where the artwork of five talented black artists will be on display through Feb. 20.
Sampson Community College reached another milestone recently with its highest enrollment period to date this school year, with almost 1,800 students enrolled.
The saying “a picture is worth a thousand words” rings true at the Victor R. Small house in Clinton, where the artwork of five talented black artists will be on display through Feb. 20.
Those inside the Roseboro town hall Tuesday night were beaming with pride as they got to witness their firefighters being honored by town board members for their recent heroics which saved the life of a former crewman.
As the population of seniors continues to grow in Sampson County, the demand for adult day care services is also on the rise. Adult day care centers provide a vital service for families caring for elderly or disabled loved ones, offering respite, social interaction, and specialized care during the daytime hours, those who work in the service-oriented agency say.
Helping new and future mothers with resources during early parenthood is the core of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, better known as WIC. That mission is a nationwide effort, one whose aid reaches right here into Sampson County through the Health Department.
NEWTON GROVE — The ability to serve and protect in Newton Grove was strengthened Monday night as a new member, Alan Blanchard, was added to the ranks of the town’s police department.
Catherine Smith was awarded the American Heart Association North Carolina Zone B Kids Heart Challenge Outstanding Coordinator of the Year and Rookie of the Year award for her leadership in coordinating and achieving over $17,000 in fundraising at Mintz Christian Academy for the 2023-2024 school year.
