Nyquasia Brown earns 1.4 million in college scholarships
Nyquasia Brown, 16, a WOHS rising senior, earned more than 1.4 million in scholarships and will begin freshman year at North Carolina Central University in Durham. Through an expedited program she entered WCHS with credits and graduates in three years. Her drive and advocacy for struggling students are noted by WOHS Principal Christopher Barnes.
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House approves S19B disaster aid bill in split vote
The House passed a 19 billion disaster aid package to aid farmers victims of hurricanes and floods and rebuild southern military bases amid a Senate logjam over Puerto Rico relief. Republicans balked hoping for extra humanitarian and border security funds, with 34 Republicans crossing party lines to back the measure.
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Woodhaven Drive Extends Impassable Eight Months After Florence
Eight months after Hurricane Florence the Woodhaven Drive extension remains damaged and impassable. Lauren Wargo, City of Havelock public information officer, said the project is in preliminary stages as engineers work with the Public Services Department to assess damages.
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Students hailed for tackling gunmen spur school safety guidance
The AP reports that students who died tackling gunmen at two U.S. campuses a week apart are praised as heroes and that more schools now teach disrupting shootings. Experts note a growing number of districts endorse empowering staff and students with a range of options in worst‑case scenarios.
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Public input sought on Craven County transport plan
Citizens are urged to share ideas and concerns about transportation in Craven County with state and local staff. The North Carolina Department of Transportation, Craven County, NEAMPO and DERPO are launching a comprehensive transportation planning effort.
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