The Sampson Weekly

11/26/2025

Black Friday in Roseboro. Check it out!

11/25/2025

A big thank you to the Clinton Police Club!

11/25/2025

A GoFund Me page has been set up to raise funds for the children of Sampson County resident Barbara Brewington who was killed in dog attack.

Barbara’s sister started the GoFund Me page stating:

“In memory of my beautiful sister I would like to start a go fund me page for her precious children. If you knew Barbara, you knew what real love was. She was a ray of sunshine on a rainy day. She was the laughter in any room. You wont meet a person who would tell you any different. Being a mother was her calling. She loved her children more than life itself. There is nothing that can bring her back to us but I would love to be able to give back to her family. If you cant donate anything, just keep us lifted up in your prayers. Thank you. ❤️”

Please pray for this family and consider making a donation.
Click on the link below to show your support:

In memory of my beautiful sister I would like to start a go fund me page for her pre… Samantha Gomez needs your support for Help keep Barbaras legacy alive ❤️

11/24/2025

SHOP LOCAL THIS CHRISTMAS!
Clinton Appliance has something for everyone on your list!

11/24/2025

Big Sidewalk Sale starting Monday through Sunday in Elizabethtown. The Ladies Shop & Fishers Men’s Store has the brands you want! All on sale for Black Friday.

11/24/2025

Rep. William Brisson Announces Decision Not to Seek Reelection to the North Carolina House of
Representatives

After twenty years of representing the people of District 22 in the North Carolina House of Representatives, Representative William Brisson announced today that he will not seek reelection when his current term concludes.

“Serving the people of District 22 has been one of the greatest honors of my life,” said Rep. Brisson. “This is where I grew up, where my family put down roots, and where neighbors still look out for one another. Every day in Raleigh, I tried to carry the voices and values of our small towns, farms, and communities with me.”

Since first being elected in 2006, Brisson has focused on strengthening rural North Carolina — supporting local schools, expanding access to healthcare, improving roads and broadband, and protecting the state’s agricultural heritage. Over two decades, he worked closely with farmers, educators, and local leaders to bring investment and opportunity to the region.

“This decision wasn’t made lightly,” Brisson continued. “After a lot of prayer, reflection, and long talks with my family, I know it’s the right time to step back and let a new generation of leaders serve. But I’ll never stop working to make life better for the people of this district — this will always be home.”

Brisson will continue serving the remainder of his term, which concludes in December 2026. He expressed deep gratitude to the residents of Bladen and Sampson Counties for their trust and support through the years.

“Thank you for allowing me to represent you — to stand up for our farmers, our small towns, and our families. It’s been the privilege of a lifetime, and I’m proud of all we’ve accomplished together,” Brisson said.

11/24/2025

Mark your calendar!

11/24/2025

Please be in prayer for this family!

Sampson County Sheriff Dept. Press Release:

Sampson Woman Fatally Attacked by Dog

On November 23, at approximately 6:26 pm, deputies responded to a residence on N. Pevine Rd, to a deceased female.

Upon arrival deputies discovered a 38 year old female deceased. Evidence suggests the victim was viciously attacked by a dog whom the victim had been providing care to for several weeks.

Sheriff’s detectives and animal control arrived and processed the scene. The dog was located and euthanized on scene by deputies, and animal control will be taking the dog to Raleigh for rabies testing.

There is no threat to the public and the actual cause of death is pending the medical examiner’s investigation.

At this time no further details will be released.

11/23/2025

11/22/2025

Update: She has been reunited with her family!!

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Message from the Sampson County Animal Shelter:

A female Great Pyrenees is missing. She was last seen in the vicinity of West 2nd Street in Garland, wearing a pink harness. Due to a medical condition, she requires medication. If spotted, please contact the shelter immediately to facilitate her prompt return home.

11/21/2025

Overdose Drug Investigation
(Sampson County Sheriff Department Press Release)

On November 18, 2025, the Sampson County Sheriff’s Office executed a series of three search warrants at locations situated on the property of 1200 Taylors Bridge Highway, Clinton. This joint operation included Sampson County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division, Special Investigation Division, Uniform Patrol Division, Criminal Interdiction Team, and the Animal Control Unit.

Search warrants were obtained as part of an ongoing death investigation involving a 49-year-old Clinton woman, who is believed to have died from a suspected fentanyl overdose in the early morning hours of November 18. Due to the complexity of overdose-related fatalities, investigators acted quickly to identify potential sources of narcotics linked to the incident. Information developed during the investigation indicated that illegal narcotics were being trafficked from the Taylors Bridge Highway property, leading investigators to establish probable cause for the search.

During the ex*****on of the warrants Investigators recovered trafficking quantities of Fentanyl and Methamphetamine, along with numerous items of drug paraphernalia, including glass pipes, needles, syringes, metal spoons with residue, and packaging materials. Additional items of evidentiary value, including suspected stolen property—were also seized during the search warrant.

As a result of the operation, Multiple arrests were made including:

James Bradford, 38, of 1200 Taylors Bridge Highway, Clinton, was arrested and charged with:
• Trafficking in Schedule II Controlled Substances
• Possession of Methamphetamine
• Maintaining a Dwelling for the Use or Sale of a Controlled Substance
• Possession of Stolen Property
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Bradford received a $100,000 secured bond on these charges.

Dustin Millen, 37, of 1200 Taylors Bridge Highway, Clinton, was arrested and charged with:
• Trafficking in Schedule II Controlled Substances
• Possession of Methamphetamine
• Maintaining a Dwelling for the Use or Sale of a Controlled Substance
• Sell or Deliver a Schedule II Controlled Substance
• Conspiracy to Sell or Deliver a Schedule II Controlled Substance
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Millen did not receive a bond due to unrelated pending charges.

Benjamin Rackley, 43, of 50 Quaeterhorse Lane, Clinton, was arrested and charged with:
• Maintaining a Dwelling for the Use or Sale of a Controlled Substance
• Sell or Deliver a Schedule II Controlled Substance
• Conspiracy to Sell or Deliver a Schedule II Controlled Substance
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Rackley received a $50,000 secured bond on these charges.

“The Sampson County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to aggressively combating illegal narcotics activity and pursuing justice for those affected.”- Jimmy Thornton, Sheriff.

Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.

11/21/2025

2025 HCA Football All-Conference Athletes

The NCISAA Big East Independent Football Conference (BEIFC) recently awarded 9 Harrells Christian Academy varsity football players All-Conference honors for their outstanding performance during the fall 2025 football season. All-Conference is among the highest honors an athlete may receive for their individual performance in a team sport, and players are selected at the end of the season by conference coaches based on their performance during the regular season. Jeremiah Davis, Dashaun McKoy, Jarrod Miller, Xander Garcia, and Sam McKeithan were named BEIFC 1st Team All-Conference. Demertius Jones, Amir Moore, Reid Strickland, and Landon Toler were named BEIFC 2nd Team All-Conference.

Jeremiah Davis, a junior halfback and defensive back, was also named BEIFC Player of the Year. This season, Davis rushed for 1,143 yards and 14 touchdowns. He caught 7 passes for 191 yards and 4 touchdowns. He also returned 9 kickoffs for 324 yards and 1 touchdown.

Congratulations to everyone on these honors for the fall 2025 football season!