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'Bus dad' retires after 51 years driving exceptional children - home hero image
NewsJune 4
'Bus dad' retires after 51 years driving exceptional children'Bus dad' retires after 51 years driving exceptional childrenAfter decades of caring for exceptional children as a Wilson County Schools bus driver, William Horne—known as “bus dad”—retires, leaving a legacy of compassion and dedication to his students.
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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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
Smart policies help grow NC’s clean energy economy
OpinionJune 6
Smart policies help grow NC’s clean energy economyBipartisan support for clean energy policies has made North Carolina a national leader, driving $19 billion in investments, creating nearly 12,000 jobs last year and strengthening local economies statewide.
By Jason J. Deans
Courts could clarify North Carolina’s executive, legislative power
OpinionJune 6
Courts could clarify North Carolina’s executive, legislative powerA North Carolina Supreme Court order signals limits to the governor’s power in election board disputes, leaving the legislature with more control and setting the stage for ongoing legal battles.
By Mitch Kokai
NC consumer advocates to Tillis: Protect us from the Trump grift-ocracy
OpinionJune 6
NC consumer advocates to Tillis: Protect us from the Trump grift-ocracyAdvocates urge Sen. Tillis to defend consumer protections as Trump and Congress move to gut the CFPB, risking the return of predatory lending and fewer safeguards for North Carolinians.
By Rob Schofield
Lawsuit accuses Wilson County deputies of wrongful death
NewsJune 6
Lawsuit accuses Wilson County deputies of wrongful death A lawsuit claims a Wilson County deputy wrongfully shot and killed Lamoris Speight Jr., an Army specialist in a mental health crisis, alleging excessive force and negligence by law enforcement.
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Residents win Boggle competition
NewsJune 6
Residents win Boggle competitionWilson Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center residents claimed victory in the eastern North Carolina Boggle competition among YAD Healthcare facilities, celebrating with an ice cream party and a trophy.
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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
Greenfield students help Maggie Society
NewsJune 6
Greenfield students help Maggie Society
Church news: Congregations hold worship services 
NewsJune 6
Church news: Congregations hold worship services 
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Warriors’ seniors Polk, Little land NCSCA all-state acclaim
SportsJune 6
Warriors’ seniors Polk, Little land NCSCA all-state acclaim
Hunt High seniors Mariah Polk and Bri Little earned NCSCA 3-A all-state soccer honors after leading the Warriors to their fourth straight Quad County title and an impressive 18-3-3 season.
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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
Tobs tough out 6-5 walkoff win over Peppers
SportsJune 4
Tobs tough out 6-5 walkoff win over Peppers
Fike’s Brewington ready to take the reins at Louisburg
SportsJune 4
Fike’s Brewington ready to take the reins at Louisburg
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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
SportsJune 5
Let go and live your bigger life
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NewsJune 5
Gardners students walk into summer
NewsJune 5
For the Love of Dogs shelter transitions, still needs help with u...
NewsJune 4
Why high school seniors should choose Wilson Community College
NewsJune 3
Men's Civic Club pays tribute to members
Opinion
Congratulations to Wilson County graduates
OpinionJune 6
Congratulations to Wilson County graduates
School for the Deaf helped hundreds learn to swim
OpinionJune 5
School for the Deaf helped hundreds learn to swim
Put your tax cards on the table
OpinionJune 5
Put your tax cards on the table
In support of Roy Cooper and public education
OpinionJune 5
In support of Roy Cooper and public education
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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
Patient thankful for hospital care
LifeApr. 21
Patient thankful for hospital care
Easy, cheesy slow cooker soup feeds a crowd
LifeApr. 9
Easy, cheesy slow cooker soup feeds a crowd
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