November 10, 2025
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Smith Earns Academic All-District Honors
BUIES CREEK – Right-handed pitcher Mason Smith received recognition on the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District Team, the group announced Tuesday afternoon. Smith, a redshirt sophomore from Denver, N.C., made 12 starts and 14 appearances on the mound for the Camels this year,…
You Decide: Where Are We On The Inflation Battle?
By Mike Walden Price inflation was one of the top issues in the 2024 presidential election. People were tired of seeing big price jumps, especially if those increases were more than their income rose. Candidates promised that — if elected…
Social Security Matters – I’m A Retired Veteran; Why Must I Pay For Medicare?
By Russell Gloor, National Social Security Advisor at the AMAC Foundation, the non-profit arm of the Association of Mature American Citizens Dear Rusty: I’m a retired Navy veteran who is going to be turning 65 years old this year. My question is concerning…
State Reentry Program Helping Formerly Incarcerated People Find Transportation Work
Transportation officials have expanded their workforce development efforts as part of the statewide effort RALEIGH – A state reentry program started last year is helping people who used to be incarcerated secure jobs on transportation work crews and get identification cards…
Social Security Matters – How Do I Apply For Social Security?
By Russell Gloor, National Social Security Advisor at the AMAC Foundation, the non-profit arm of the Association of Mature American Citizens. Dear Rusty: I just turned 65 years old in February 2025. I need to sign up for Social Security but don’t even know…
Social Security Matters – Will “DOGE” Hurt Our Social Security Or Medicare Benefits?
By Russell Gloor, National Social Security Advisor at the AMAC Foundation, the non-profit arm of the Association of Mature American Citizens Dear Rusty: I am a new AMAC member and have an important question for you, and your answer will be greatly appreciated.…
Social Security Matters – Must I Take Medicare Part A Even If I Have VA Or Medicaid Coverage?
By Russell Gloor, National Social Security Advisor at the AMAC Foundation, the non-profit arm of the Association of Mature American Citizens. Dear Rusty: Does everyone need to sign up for Medicare part A, even if you are ex-military? Or only on Medicaid, regardless…
11 Complete Graduation Course At Neuse Correctional Institution
GOLDSBORO – Several individuals have been recognized for completing programs through Wayne Community College while incarcerated at the Neuse Correctional Institution. A graduation ceremony was held inside the prison to honor those who earned High School Equivalency (HSE) diplomas and…
JCPS Principal Larkeysha Sheppard Receives Prestigious NCMLE Administrator To Watch Award
SMITHFIELD – Larkeysha M. Sheppard, principal of McGee’s Crossroads Middle School, was recognized as a recipient of the 2025 Administrator to Watch award by the North Carolina Association for Middle-Level Education (NCMLE) at the annual NCMLE Conference on March 24.…
Town Of Clayton Welcomes Future Leaders On Take Your Child To Work Day
CLAYTON – A group of 30 local children is walking away with a newfound understanding of what it takes to respond to an emergency, keep essential utilities running, and organize a community arts production. Through hands-on experiences, they gained a…
