Thursday, April 25, 2024

Man found dead on Hobbton campus

NEWTON GROVE — A man was found dead Wednesday on the Hobbton school campus, the victim of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to law enforcement officials, who released few details about the incident.

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Serving through planting

With less than an hour’s worth of manual labor, the Clinton-Sampson Rotary Club has brought new life into the community that will be around for years to come.

‘King’ reigns on stage

The community was treated to a local rendition of a Disney cult classic this past weekend at Hobbton High School as students from across the county united for their group production, “The Lion King Jr.”

BloomFest takes over Roseboro

Mark your calendar for this weekend and join the Town of Roseboro for the fifth BloomFest. The downtown area will be covered with local vendors, visitors from near and far and entertainers.

Lakewood FFA garners grant

If you were given over $16,000 in grant money, what would you do with it? For the Future Farmers of America (FFA) program at Lakewood High School, the answer is simple —members are going to put the money toward expanding their animal science program by building a chicken coop.

County provides office space for public defenders

Local leaders paved the way for an office to be established to accommodate public defense attorneys, filling a need that the county attorney said is “critical” in expediting the legal process in Sampson.

Services set in county

On Saturday, April 27, at 9:30 a.m., St. Jude United Holy Church, Clinton, N.C. will host a “Women’s Conference” Theme: Lord Fill My Cup” Romans 15:13 All Ladies are cordially invited to fellowship with us. FMI contact Lady Minister Lisa Cooper at 910-260-0123.

Crimewatch

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

Clinton FD seeks to recoup costs of response; Council offers support

Clinton Fire Department officials are seeking to recoup the costs for response, especially as local agencies continue to deal with agriculture byproduct spills.

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