Restore Church in Jacksonville is planning a large community project for Aug. 31 to help local nonprofits get groceries and other needed items.

The N.C. Eastern Alumni Chapter of Johnson C. Smith University awarded the Mary B. Chasten scholarship to Charity Highsmith-Lanier.

Lejeune volleyball coach Bev Marley smiles as she talks with her players during a recent game at Swansboro.

Ever the man of few words, 16th year Jacksonville coach Beau Williams was very matter-of-fact when it came to the Cardinals graduating 27 seniors from last year’s East Regional runner-up ...

First-year Southwest coach Zach Garvey compared rebuilding the Stallions to preparing soil and sowing seeds for a nice corn field.

RICHLANDS — It didn’t take Bill Good long to realize player interaction as Richlands’ head coach is different than how he used to communicate to them as defensive coordinator.

That was last year’s difference in Dixon finishing 2-8 instead of potentially ending 5-5 and making the state playoffs, a fact the Bulldogs have not forgotten entering this season.

SWANSBORO — This year’s Swansboro football team will be different from last year’s 0-9 team.

It’s been so far so good for first-year Lejeune coach Sam Cassou and his Devilpups.

N.C. Rep. Wyatt Gable, a Republican representing District 14 in the House, will have a September town hall meeting with area residents interested in legislative updates and information.

The Lowe’s Foundation announced a new partnership with Hiring Our Heroes on Aug. 14 with the awarding of $500,000 to start a Skilled Trades Academy in Jacksonville.