Precipitation was constant Thursday as temperatures dropped into the evening hours, the soaking in Sampson County preventing significant de-icing measures ahead of what was expected to be the first snow of the season. However, N.C. […]
The popular summer concert series that breathes life into downtown Clinton is returning for its 10th year — and a five-show slate is on tap. Alive After Five (AA5) will again feature five shows, up […]
Leaders from Sampson County district are continuing to push for improvements at aging facilities or options for a new Hobbton High School. During a recent work session for the Board of Education Board Chair Kim […]
Two separate traffic stops in the Roseboro area earlier this week resulted in the seizure of MDMA and other drugs, as well as felony trafficking offenses against three different people, according to reports from the […]
GARLAND — As a member of the community, Jo A. Strickland is looking forward to becoming a town commissioner and working for residents. She was appointed during a Tuesday meeting after the board voted unanimously […]
Sampson Regional Medical Center (SRMC) dermatology residents recently traveled to Orlando, Fla., to attend the annual ODAC- Dermatology, Aesthetic and Surgical Conference, where they were able to show locally-cultivated skills on a large stage. The […]
(The public reports listed below are provided by the Sampson County Sheriff’s Office, the Clinton Police Department and the N.C. Highway Patrol via the Sheriff’s Office daily jail report.) Arrests/citations • Feb. 18 — Travis […]
When she graduated from high school in 2016, Sophie Miller knew she wasn’t prepared to leave home and attend a large university. Instead, she found her place at Sampson Community College. There, she discovered courses […]
The Tar Heel Teachers on the Road series is hosting a community forum featuring candidates running for local Board of Education seats. It’s scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25, at the Sampson […]
GARLAND — With topics ranging from community events to law enforcement, residents were encouraged to unite and make Garland a better place to live, work and play. The first town hall meeting was held Monday […]
On Wednesday, Feb. 19-21, at 7 p.m. (nightly) revival is being held at New Life Outreach Ministries, Clinton. The guest messenger will be Pastor Nicholas Worrells and congregation of One Church in Goldsboro. On Saturday, […]
In a response to reader requests, The Sampson Independent has revamped its weekly entertainment guide and added to its Opinion page repertoire, including another conservative voice. Both, General Manager Sherry Matthews said recently, are positive […]
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