Junious Smith III is ready for what is shaping up to be the wildest local prep football season in recent memory.
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Reece Gardner: My views on the crisis at the U.S. southern border
Neuse News columnist and legendary local broadcaster Reece Gardner shares his views on the situation at our country’s southern border.
John Hood: Regulatory closet gets summer cleaning
While the budget standoff in Raleigh is getting all the headlines, acclaimed statewide columnist John Hood says there is actual work going on in the General Assembly.
B.J. Murphy: Thoughts on democracy, leadership and social media
Kudos to the people of Hong Kong. And, shame on us.
Jon Dawson: Jenny Edwards is 29 and Jon Hughes needs your help
Jon Dawson’s sister turns 29 again while another Jon needs your help:
Mike Parker: Think safety — School buses will be rolling soon
Neuse News columnist Mike Parker reminds you it’s time to think about school bus safety.
Rudy Coggins: Proud to become a member of the Neuse News team
Wayne County reporting legend Rudy Coggins has joined the Neuse News team and will cover Greene County.
Janet Sutton: Back on the scene for you
Janet Sutton is again doing what she enjoys most — being a journalist in our area.
Junious Smith III: Fulfilling my Zumba promise to Tekeema
Junious Smith III participated in a Zumba class Tuesday at Sassy’s Fitness, fulfilling an Election Day promise he had been sitting on for more than nine months.
Bryan Hanks: Meet our new team members
Bryan Hanks introduces you to Janet Sutton, Rudy Coggins and Laieke Abebe — three impressive community journalists.
Justin Stout: Learn more about your local library
Libraries are constantly evolving, and so are the services and resources they offer to patrons.
Reece Gardner: Encouragement is key to a successful life
This week, Neuse News columnist and legendary local broadcaster Reece Gardner opines on the importance of encouragement.
Bryan Hanks: It's time for Novicki to take over SL hoops program
With Jeremy Barnett leaving South Lenoir for Kinston, Neuse News Editor Bryan Hanks has an idea about who should be the next Blue Devils’ basketball coach.
Jon Dawson: Tax Deductions, frozen yogurt and men's moisturizer
Jon Dawson writes about his vacation with The Wife and Tax Deductions and makes observations on men’s skincare products and the insanity of yogurt separation.
Cooking with Tammy Kelly: Summer bounty — fresh okra
Okra is either one of those vegetables that you love or you simply love to hate.