Community
UES teacher among best in Sampson
Pedro Carrion doesn’t have a lot of decorations on his classroom wall next to his desk, but one of them sticks out the most — a banner that says “Believe in yourself.” “In my opinion, […]
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Early Collegeteacher amongbest in county
As a history teacher, Michelle Smoak believes it’s important for students to learn about the past and compare it to the present. Some of the lessons in her class at Sampson Early College High School […]
Community
Marching into the future
Hundreds of high school graduates celebrated an important milestone during commencements across Sampson County. Graduation ceremonies were held Friday for Hobbton High School, Lakewood High School, Midway High School and Union High School. The celebration […]
Community
Tournament raises scholarship money
With goals of helping youths attend college, a group of golfers enjoyed teeing up for future scholars. The Sampson High School Alumni Association’s (SHSAA) 31st Golf Tournament was recently held at the Timberlake Golf Club. […]
Community
Kiwanis Club rewards students with free bikes
In the bicycle section of Walmart, children were filled with joy as they tested out their new set of wheels. The Kiwanis Club of Clinton awarded students Wednesday for its Terrific Kids program, which promotes […]
Community
After two terms, Sinclair leaving school board
After serving eight years with the Sampson County Board of Education, Dewain Sinclair is saying goodbye. The Sampson County native feels that it’s time for someone new to take his place, which is the reason […]
Community
Onward and ‘upward’
At the Sampson Agri-Exposition Center, Victoria Huggins proudly wore her tiara and Miss North Carolina sash — something that wasn’t easy to get. While capturing the attention of students with dreams of going to college […]
Community
NAACP awards scholarships
The Sampson County Branch of the NAACP awarded nine scholarships to students ready to start new journeys at four-year universities. A celebration was held Monday evening at the headquarters in downtown Clinton with parents and […]
Community
Lakewood pupil elected leader of state FBLA
With aspirations of helping fellow students and his community, Everson Moran is looking forward to the next journey. The junior at Lakewood High School was recently elected as the state president of the North Carolina […]
Community
Library prepares for summer reading
Children’s Librarian Tiffany Savage and the Sampson-Clinton Public Library is gearing up for its summer reading program. For 2018, the theme of “Reading Rocks” will focus on music. It kicks off at 10 a.m. Saturday, […]
Community
Roseboro-Salemburg pupils headed to D.C.
After turning the pages of books about President Abraham Lincoln’s assassin and the Holocaust, a group of local students are looking forward to seeing the historic locations and exhibits dedicated to the subjects about which […]
Community
‘Champions’ aim to raise funds for special students
With a goal of helping special needs students experience adventures outside of school, the Champions Program is seeking support from the community. As a nonprofit group, the mission is to provide opportunities for students with […]