Antonio Glover, the director of operations for True North Medical Equipment and Supply in downtown Clinton, delivers a speech at the store’s grand opening, as Karen Jimenez, the store’s intake specialist, and Eric West, the director of business development, cheer him on. The medical equipment and supply store offers both new and refurbished medical equipment and supplies. Glover thanked all who helped make the new store possible, and stated that the staff is committed to providing aid for all families in need, especially those with lower incomes. They encourage walk-ins.

True North Medical Equipment and Supply held its grand opening and ribbon cutting Thursday, Aug. 6, with a large turnout. True North Nursing, the parent company, started as a transportation service for veterans, taking them to and from doctors’ appointments. True North continues to provide transportation services in counties and cities around the state, from Sampson County to Fayetteville, Wilmington, and Charlotte. The new medical equipment and supply store is located at 117 Vance St. in downtown Clinton. Operating hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday.