Duplin Journal

11/17/2025

Breaking News: After more than 20 years on the bench, Superior Court Judge Henry L. Stevens IV will not seek reelection in 2026 — and he’s officially endorsing District Court Judge Robert H. Gilmore to succeed him.
Judge Gilmore has now launched his campaign for Superior Court. Visit our website for more details.
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Duplin County, N.C. — After more than two decades of public service on the bench, Superior Court Judge Henry L. Stevens IV of Duplin County announced today that he will not seek reelection in 2026 to his Superior Court seat for North Carolina’s Judicial District 5 (which includes Duplin, Sampson...

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Happy Veterans Day 🇺🇸
Today we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication protect our freedoms and inspire us every day. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your service.

11/07/2025

Every vote counts — just ask Calypso!
Turnout was just under 20%, but several towns saw close contests. Find out who’s leading, who’s waiting on write-ins, and which towns voted to keep their longtime leaders
Across Duplin County, several local races are still too close to call until the Board of Elections certifies results on Nov. 14.

Turnout was under 20%, but tight races in Calypso, Warsaw, and Teachey are keeping election watchers on edge until the Nov. 14 canvass Duplin County voters turned out in modest numbers for last week's municipal elections, with unofficial results showing a 19.48% turnout — just 1,463 ballots cast o...

11/06/2025

Happy Farmers Appreciation Day!

11/05/2025

Municipal Elections unofficial results per town as of 9:58pm

11/04/2025

Election results are live! 🗳️ Dive in here to see results for your town:

10/30/2025

From Rose Hill to the National Agricultural Hall of Fame 🏆
Wendell Murphy’s vision revolutionized pork production — and reshaped American agriculture.
Today, he joins the ranks of history’s greatest agricultural pioneers with his induction into the National Agricultural Hall of Fame.
A lifetime of innovation, honored forever.

When the National Agricultural Hall of Fame welcomed its newest members on Oct. 23, it wasn’t just honoring individual achievement — it was recognizing the power of innovation to reshape an industry. Among the honorees was Wendell Murphy, the Rose Hill entrepreneur whose forward-thinking approac...

10/22/2025

After filing 30+ public records requests and pressing for answers, Sarecta resident Jessica Thomas is pushing for transparency in Duplin County government. Now, following the county manager’s abrupt resignation, officials are engaging and Thomas says it's a positive turning point.
Read how her push for accountability is gaining momentum and why she was honored with the Trailblazer of Freedom Award.

KENANSVILLE — Amid growing concerns over transparency and financial oversight in Duplin County government, Jessica Thomas, a Sarecta resident and leader of the Duplin County Coalition for Accountability and Transparency, has become a driving force for reform, filing more than 30 public records req...

10/17/2025

As Wallace grows, Navy veteran and longtime resident Glenn Price is stepping up to run for Town Council. With decades of leadership experience, he’s focused on smart growth, transparency, and stronger communication with residents.
In this Q&A, Price shares what drives him — and his vision for Wallace’s future.

Candidate Q&A series | Wallace Commissioner Glenn Price As Wallace faces a period of rapid growth and critical infrastructure needs, longtime resident and Navy veteran Glenn Price is stepping forward to serve. Now retired after a decades-long career in military leadership and defense consult

10/17/2025

Appointed in 2023, Tasha Herring shares her journey into public service and why diversity and community engagement matter now more than ever for Wallace’s future.

Candidate Q&A series | Wallace Town Council Incumbent Tasha Herring Appointed to the Wallace Town Council in 2023, Tasha Herring stepped into public service with a mission to help shape the town’s future. In this Q&A, Herring reflects on her journey into local government, the importance

10/17/2025

In this Q&A, Mayor Jason Wells reflects on major wins like new businesses, park openings, and infrastructure upgrades. As he looks ahead, he shares his plan to manage growth, expand services, and keep Wallace affordable for families, seniors, and essential workers.

Candidate Q&A series | Wallace Mayor Incumbent Jason Wells As Wallace continues to grow, so do the challenges and opportunities facing its leadership. In this Q&A, MayorJason Wells discusses the town’s biggest accomplishments to date, including new business development, park openings, an

10/17/2025

Lifelong resident and business owner K. Alane Floyd is running for Town Council to revitalize the local economy and expand access to food options.
In this Q&A, she shares her vision for a vibrant, connected Faison — starting with downtown investment and stronger community ties.

Candidate Q&A series | Faison Commissioner K. Alane Floyd As a lifelong Faison resident and local business owner, K. Alane Floyd is running for town council with a focus on revitalizing the local economy and improving access to food options. In this Q&A, Floyd shares her motivations, p