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Wilson parks get a makeover - home hero image
NewsJune 15
Wilson parks get a makeoverWilson parks get a makeoverWilson parks are undergoing major upgrades with new playgrounds, ADA improvements, shelters and courts as part of a $4 million project.
NC 58 closure, detour will last a week
NewsJune 15
NC 58 closure, detour will last a weekN.C. 58 south of Stantonsburg will close for one week, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, for railroad crossing upgrades. 
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Storms flood Wilson roads, streets
NewsJune 16
Storms flood Wilson roads, streetsHeavy storms flooded Wilson, closing at least 16 roads and prompting a flash flood watch through early Tuesday. Officials warn more rain could worsen conditions in already saturated areas.
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Hospital to host cancer survivorship event Thursday
NewsJune 16
Hospital to host cancer survivorship event Thursday Wilson Medical Center will hold its annual Cancer Survivorship event Thursday, honoring survivors, patients, caregivers and those lost to cancer.
By Olivia Neeley | olivia@wilsontimes.com | 252-265-7879
Salamanders strike back, overcome Tobs on 'Star Wars Night'
SportsJune 16
Salamanders strike back, overcome Tobs on 'Star Wars Night'The Holly Springs Salamanders rallied late to defeat the Wilson Tobs 7-5 on "Star Wars Night," overcoming a strong start by Wilson pitcher Colin Murphy and moving into second place in the CPL East Division.
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Two WCLL teams still alive in District 6 tourneys
SportsJune 16
Two WCLL teams still alive in District 6 tourneysTwo Wilson City Little League all-star teams remain in contention after a weekend of District 6 tournament action, while the 7-8 squad was eliminated despite a final win over Johnston County.
From staff reports
Area Calendar, June 16-17, 2025
SportsJune 16
Area Calendar, June 16-17, 2025Catch local baseball action June 16-17 with American Legion and summer collegiate games in Wilson, including matchups at Fleming Stadium and Beddingfield High starting at 7 p.m. each night.
Larry Pittman Memorial starts Monday at WCC
SportsJune 15
Larry Pittman Memorial starts Monday at WCCSixty-one junior golfers, including eight defending champions, will compete in the 46th Larry Pittman Memorial/Wilson County Junior Golf Championship, starting Monday at Wilson Country Club.
From staff reports
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Wilson’s opioid fatal overdose rate drops in 2024
NewsJune 15
Wilson’s opioid fatal overdose rate drops in 2024
WEDC awarded state honor for Johnson & Johnson project
NewsJune 15
WEDC awarded state honor for Johnson & Johnson project
Wilsonians celebrate Juneteenth 
NewsJune 15
Wilsonians celebrate Juneteenth 
Cooking fire damages Garner Street apartment
NewsJune 13
Cooking fire damages Garner Street apartment
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Storms flood Wilson roads, streets
NewsJune 16
Storms flood Wilson roads, streets
Heavy storms flooded Wilson, closing at least 16 roads and prompting a flash flood watch through early Tuesday. Officials warn more rain could worsen conditions in already saturated areas.
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Salamanders strike back, overcome Tobs on 'Star Wars Night'
SportsJune 16
Salamanders strike back, overcome Tobs on 'Star Wars Night'
Two WCLL teams still alive in District 6 tourneys
SportsJune 16
Two WCLL teams still alive in District 6 tourneys
Wilsonians celebrate Juneteenth 
NewsJune 15
Wilsonians celebrate Juneteenth 
Wildcats overcome rough start to take home 2nd Ferrell Cup
SportsJune 14
Wildcats overcome rough start to take home 2nd Ferrell Cup
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Coastal Plain League Glance, June 15, 2025
SportsJune 15
Coastal Plain League Glance, June 15, 2025
Lucas, Smith saluted as Tillman Coaches of the Year
SportsJune 14
Lucas, Smith saluted as Tillman Coaches of the Year
Tobs strand 13 in Friday the 13th loss at Holly Springs
SportsJune 14
Tobs strand 13 in Friday the 13th loss at Holly Springs
Coastal Plain League Glance, June 13, 2025
SportsJune 14
Coastal Plain League Glance, June 13, 2025
Editorial
NewsJune 12
Learning the waterfowl way
NewsJune 12
Path paved at Lake Wilson
NewsJune 12
Farmers harvest wheat 
NewsJune 12
Resident receives minor injuries in cooking fire
Opinion
You Decide: Will North Carolina get an MLB team?
OpinionJune 15
You Decide: Will North Carolina get an MLB team?
This Father’s Day, let’s break the manosphere’s hold on young men
OpinionJune 15
This Father’s Day, let’s break the manosphere’s hold on young men
Our Opinion: Art controversy can’t be solved with censorship
OpinionJune 13
Our Opinion: Art controversy can’t be solved with censorship
End city’s sponsorship of Eyes on Main Street
OpinionJune 13
End city’s sponsorship of Eyes on Main Street
Life
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
Entertainment Plus
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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