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No-cost summer meal program kicks off Monday - home hero image
NewsJune 13
No-cost summer meal program kicks off Monday No-cost summer meal program kicks off Monday Wilson County Schools’ no-cost summer meal program begins Monday, offering free breakfast and lunch to all children at multiple mobile and school sites through Aug. 7.
Osborne honored with Lifetime Achievement Award
NewsJune 12
Osborne honored with Lifetime Achievement AwardGlenn Osborne, recognized for 43 years of public service, received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the N.C. Association of County Directors of Social Services, highlighting his impact in Wilson County and beyond.
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Lucas, Smith saluted as Tillman Coaches of the Year
SportsJune 14
Lucas, Smith saluted as Tillman Coaches of the YearJon Smith and Joe Lucas have been honored as the 2024 Jimmy Tillman Coaches of the Year, recognizing their dedication to student success and lasting impact on Wilson County Schools athletics.
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By Paul Durham | paul@wilsontimes.com | 252-265-7808
Tobs strand 13 in Friday the 13th loss at Holly Springs
SportsJune 14
Tobs strand 13 in Friday the 13th loss at Holly SpringsThe Wilson Tobs stranded 13 runners and fell 4-1 to Holly Springs, despite outhitting the Salamanders. Solid pitching from A.J. Campbell helped Holly Springs close the gap in the Coastal Plain League standings.
From staff reports
Coastal Plain League Glance, June 13, 2025
SportsJune 14
Coastal Plain League Glance, June 13, 2025Forest City and Peninsula lead their divisions as the Coastal Plain League season heats up, with key matchups and standings shifts highlighting the action through June 13, 2025.
Little League District 6 action heats up at Gillette this weekend
SportsJune 14
Little League District 6 action heats up at Gillette this weekend Wilson City Little League all-star teams kick off their postseason runs this weekend at Gillette Baseball Complex and Johnston County, with multiple age groups competing for spots in upcoming state tournaments.
From staff reports
Our Opinion: Art controversy can’t be solved with censorship
OpinionJune 13
Our Opinion: Art controversy can’t be solved with censorshipWilson’s debate over public art highlights the legal and ethical pitfalls of government oversight. Community dialogue — not censorship by committee — is the best way to address controversy.
A Wilson Times editorial
End city’s sponsorship of Eyes on Main Street
OpinionJune 13
End city’s sponsorship of Eyes on Main StreetA Wilson resident calls for the city to end public funding for the Eyes on Main Street art exhibit, citing concerns over offensive content and urging private sponsorship and stricter approval processes.
Letter to the editor
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Cooking fire damages Garner Street apartment
NewsJune 13
Cooking fire damages Garner Street apartment
Peppers popping off in Wilson County
NewsJune 12
Peppers popping off in Wilson County
Learning the waterfowl way
NewsJune 12
Learning the waterfowl way
Path paved at Lake Wilson
NewsJune 12
Path paved at Lake Wilson
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Lucas, Smith saluted as Tillman Coaches of the Year
SportsJune 14
Lucas, Smith saluted as Tillman Coaches of the Year
Jon Smith and Joe Lucas have been honored as the 2024 Jimmy Tillman Coaches of the Year, recognizing their dedication to student success and lasting impact on Wilson County Schools athletics.
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Sharks bite off Tobs win streak, 10-8
SportsJune 13
Sharks bite off Tobs win streak, 10-8
Garner hammers Post 13 at Fleming, 11-0
SportsJune 12
Garner hammers Post 13 at Fleming, 11-0
Youth celebrated at Washington Carver Heights
NewsJune 11
Youth celebrated at Washington Carver Heights
Hundreds attend Wilson Pride event
NewsJune 11
Hundreds attend Wilson Pride event
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Coastal Plain League Glance, June 12, 2025
SportsJune 13
Coastal Plain League Glance, June 12, 2025
Area Calendar, June 13-14, 2025
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Honest love comes with flaws and all
SportsJune 12
Honest love comes with flaws and all
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Farmers harvest wheat 
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Resident receives minor injuries in cooking fire
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DMV reopens application process for Wilson license plate agency
NewsJune 11
Stop the Violence Summer Festival returns Saturday
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Tandem art receptions brighten Wilson
OpinionJune 13
Tandem art receptions brighten Wilson
Let’s get child labor off our dinner plates
OpinionJune 13
Let’s get child labor off our dinner plates
The unbearable familiarity of force in Los Angeles
OpinionJune 13
The unbearable familiarity of force in Los Angeles
Take those masks off (not you, protesters — you, cops)
OpinionJune 13
Take those masks off (not you, protesters — you, cops)
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Lemon cake a sweet treat for summer
LifeJune 12
Lemon cake a sweet treat for summer
Hicks celebrates 100th birthday
LifeJune 3
Hicks celebrates 100th birthday
Rather Be Cooking: Fresh strawberries the crowning touch for this pie
LifeMay 29
Rather Be Cooking: Fresh strawberries the crowning touch for this pie
Easy, cheesy slow cooker soup feeds a crowd
LifeApr. 9
Easy, cheesy slow cooker soup feeds a crowd
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New library books: Cookbooks added to library shelves
Entertainment PlusJune 13
New library books: Cookbooks added to library shelves
Library’s summer reading program kicks off Saturday
Entertainment PlusJune 11
Library’s summer reading program kicks off Saturday
Theater groups collaborate to present ‘Fame’
Entertainment PlusJune 10
Theater groups collaborate to present ‘Fame’
Celebrate 60 years with Wilson Active Artists
Entertainment PlusJune 3
Celebrate 60 years with Wilson Active Artists
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