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Justice sought for those who can no longer speak

A fresh new set of fliers hangs taped to light poles throughout the city. The photo printed on each is grainy, indistinguishable when viewed through the passenger window of a car idling at a stoplight. For Eddie Wynn, however,...

Brantley retires after 30-year law career

After more than 30 years serving the people of Wayne County, Chief District Court Judge David Brantley has decided to take a break -- for now. Brantley retired Saturday, after working his last official day Thursday. After a long...

Spring blossoms at Fremont Daffodil Festival

FREMONT--Kayla Curatolo tried to keep up with her 2-year-old son, Brody, blonde curls bouncing as he made his way to the inflatable slide at the Daffodil Festival on Saturday afternoon. He was on a mission, and he was not alone....

Easter Eggstravaganza draws crowd to Herman Park

Saturday marked 3-year-old Kelli Hann's very first Easter egg hunt, and she wasn't quite sure what to make of it. She carried a pale pink basket in one hand, while her other hand clutched that of her great-grandmother, Brenda...

WorkKeys certification test dates set

The WorkKeys(r) tests for the National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) will be offered at Wayne Community College four times during April. The Wayne Occupational Readiness Keys for Success (WORKS) program will provide testing sessions 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on April 3...

Pikeville Pizza Inn expands

Pizza Inn in Pikeville is about to get a new look, as the restaurant will open up a 1,400-square-foot expansion in early April. The addition will add space for enough seating to accommodate 66 people, and will come with...

Education, job search seminar promises motivation plus instruction

A free seminar will be offered in April based upon sending a powerful message to the community -- "Remaining Positive in a Negative Environment." Everlasting Investments is spearheading the three-hour event on Saturday, April 21, at 2:30 p.m. at the...

Calypso native inducted into ECU Nursing Hall of Fame

Deborah Kornegay of Calypso has been inducted into the East Carolina University College of Nursing Hall of Fame. The prestigious program honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the advancement of nursing through clinical practice, teaching, administration and...