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City splash pad idea makes waves, funds needed

A wheelchair accessible playground and splash pad could be coming to Clinton, if funding is appropriated.

Sampson County roads to close for maintenance

NEWTON GROVE — Two Sampson County roads will close next week do Department of Transportation crews can work to improve water flow in the area.

Spring target datefor Ivanhoe waterproject to begin

The Ivanhoe county water project is slated to begin construction in the spring, according to the latest statement by Assistant Director of Public Works, Ashley Holland.

N. Grove helipad gets green light

NEWTON GROVE — Enhancements are on tap for the existing space used as an emergency helicopter landing zone, which will now be converted into a full helipad thanks to the efforts of one local youth.

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Sampson County roads to close for maintenance

NEWTON GROVE — Two Sampson County roads will close next week do Department of Transportation crews can work to improve water flow in the area.

Spring target datefor Ivanhoe waterproject to begin

The Ivanhoe county water project is slated to begin construction in the spring, according to the latest statement by Assistant Director of Public Works, Ashley Holland.

HCA Junior Beta Club competes at state convention

HARRELLS – National Beta members from Harrells Christian Academy are celebrating their recent participation in the North Carolina Junior Beta State Convention held in Greensboro on Feb. 2-4, 2025. The HCA Betas in grades 6-8 placed in the top five in the state of North Carolina in eight different competitions, two of which were first place wins. Five HCA Jr. Betas were also selected as Premier Performers.

The public reports listed below are provided by the Sampson County Sheriff’s Office Citizen Connect and the Clinton Police Department.

City splash pad idea makes waves, funds needed

A wheelchair accessible playground and splash pad could be coming to Clinton, if funding is appropriated.

N. Grove helipad gets green light

NEWTON GROVE — Enhancements are on tap for the existing space used as an emergency helicopter landing zone, which will now be converted into a full helipad thanks to the efforts of one local youth.

First steps to county budget

See additional budget story Saturday

Police chief helps quelllocal immigration fears

Deportation fears working their way across the country since President Donald Trump’s return to office have reached Sampson County, where, local officials said, misinformation has migrant families afraid to leave their homes.

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