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‘We finally made it’: Wilson County graduates turn their tassels - home hero image
NewsJune 7
‘We finally made it’: Wilson County graduates turn their tassels‘We finally made it’: Wilson County graduates turn their tasselsMore than 500 Wilson County seniors from Beddingfield, Fike and Hunt high schools celebrated graduation Saturday, marking personal triumphs and reflecting on the challenges and excitement ahead.
City Council confronts mayor for tearing down photo
NewsJune 5
City Council confronts mayor for tearing down photo Wilson’s mayor faces criticism from the City Council after personally removing a controversial photo from a public art exhibit, sparking debate over free speech, public funding and proper procedures.
Christopher Long

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Hunt’s Massey, CBA’s Steele pick up NCBCA all-state honors
SportsJune 7
Hunt’s Massey, CBA’s Steele pick up NCBCA all-state honorsHunt’s Stone Massey and CBA’s Janeson Steele earned spots on the NCBCA 3-A all-state baseball team, highlighting standout seasons among local players and multiple all-region and all-conference honors.
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Production under way on documentary about Fike football championship era
SportsJune 7
Production under way on documentary about Fike football championship eraA new documentary, "Pick Up Your Bed and Walk," is in production to chronicle Fike High's legendary late-1960s football championships and their lasting impact on the Wilson community and beyond.
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Tobs walked off, 4-3, by Chili Peppers
SportsJune 7
Tobs walked off, 4-3, by Chili PeppersThe Tri-City Chili Peppers edged the Wilson Tobs 4-3 with a walk-off double, evening their season series and tightening the Coastal Plain League East Division standings early in the season.
Coastal Plain League Glance, June 6, 2025
SportsJune 7
Coastal Plain League Glance, June 6, 2025Peninsula and Asheboro lead their divisions as the Coastal Plain League heads into a packed week of games, with standout performances and tight races shaping the early season standings.
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Area Calendar, June 7-8, 2025
SportsJune 7
Area Calendar, June 7-8, 2025Catch local baseball action June 7-8 with American Legion and summer collegiate games featuring Wilson teams at East Carteret, Beddingfield High, and Fleming Stadium.
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Our Opinion: High time for NC to regulate hemp products
OpinionJune 6
Our Opinion: High time for NC to regulate hemp products Gov. Josh Stein has formed an advisory council to recommend regulations for North Carolina’s unregulated hemp-derived THC market, aiming to protect youth and ensure safe, legal cannabis sales.
A Wilson Times editorial
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Lawsuit accuses Wilson County deputies of wrongful death
NewsJune 6
Lawsuit accuses Wilson County deputies of wrongful death
Residents win Boggle competition
NewsJune 6
Residents win Boggle competition
Sallie B. Howard seniors receive awards 
NewsJune 6
Sallie B. Howard seniors receive awards 
Firefighters respond to machine fire at Bridgestone
NewsJune 6
Firefighters respond to machine fire at Bridgestone
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Hunt’s Massey, CBA’s Steele pick up NCBCA all-state honors
SportsJune 7
Hunt’s Massey, CBA’s Steele pick up NCBCA all-state honors
Hunt’s Stone Massey and CBA’s Janeson Steele earned spots on the NCBCA 3-A all-state baseball team, highlighting standout seasons among local players and multiple all-region and all-conference honors.
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Production under way on documentary about Fike football championship era
SportsJune 7
Production under way on documentary about Fike football championship era
Warriors’ seniors Polk, Little land NCSCA all-state acclaim
SportsJune 6
Warriors’ seniors Polk, Little land NCSCA all-state acclaim
Wheeler, Mallol lead postseason honors for Golden Demons
SportsJune 6
Wheeler, Mallol lead postseason honors for Golden Demons
Late Wayne County rally thwarts Post 13, 13-6
SportsJune 5
Late Wayne County rally thwarts Post 13, 13-6
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Tobs-Marlins’ ‘Thirsty Thursday’ washed out; back home Sunday
SportsJune 6
Tobs-Marlins’ ‘Thirsty Thursday’ washed out; back home Sunday
Area Calendar, June 6-7, 2025
SportsJune 6
Area Calendar, June 6-7, 2025
Coastal Plain League Glance, June 4, 2025
SportsJune 5
Coastal Plain League Glance, June 4, 2025
Let go and live your bigger life
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Let go and live your bigger life
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Church news: Congregations hold worship services 
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Gardners students walk into summer
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Why high school seniors should choose Wilson Community College
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Congratulations to Wilson County graduates
OpinionJune 6
Congratulations to Wilson County graduates
Smart policies help grow NC’s clean energy economy
OpinionJune 6
Smart policies help grow NC’s clean energy economy
Courts could clarify North Carolina’s executive, legislative power
OpinionJune 6
Courts could clarify North Carolina’s executive, legislative power
NC consumer advocates to Tillis: Protect us from the Trump grift-ocracy
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Hicks celebrates 100th birthday
LifeJune 3
Hicks celebrates 100th birthday
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LifeMay 29
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Patient thankful for hospital care
LifeApr. 21
Patient thankful for hospital care
Easy, cheesy slow cooker soup feeds a crowd
LifeApr. 9
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