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Michelle Lee Coats, 40

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Michelle Lee Coats, 40 Ms. Michelle Lee Coats, age 40, of Coats died Friday, May 27, 2016, at her home. Michelle was born in Johnston County on Oct. 27, 1975, the daughter of Margaret and Billy Coats. She was preceded in death by a maternal grandmother, Maggie Stallings; paternal grandmother, Mary Lou Coats; a special aunt, Thelma Williams; and a ...

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Ennis Resigns NJ Post

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Ennis Resigns NJ Post From Staff Reports Ashley Ennis has resigned as football coach at North Johnston, according to reports. Ennis took over a Panthers program that was winless in 2013. North Johnston went 1-10 in Ennis’ first season in 2014 and improved to 5-6 last season. Ennis’ decision to leave the program was based on a desire to be ...

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Campbell Changes Chain Of Command With Plans To Build Remaining Consistent

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Campbell Changes Chain Of Command With Plans To Build Remaining Consistent By AL MYATT Sports Editor Campbell recently sent out a statement that athletic director Bob Roller would report directly to Dr. Bradley Creed, university president. Roller had previously reported to Dr. Dennis Bazemore, vice president for student life. The move streamlines administrative procedures, is consistent with general collegiate practice ...

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Jones Reunion Saturday

Jones Reunion Saturday The annual Jones reunion will be held Saturday at the Erwin Community Building, beside the Erwin Police Department. The reunion is being held in memory of parents, Victor and Leanora (Blackmon) Jones. All family and friends are invited to attend. Everyone needs to bring enough food to feed their family with a little extra and something to ...

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Tallent, Baker To Wed June 18

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Tallent, Baker To Wed June 18 Autumn Renee Tallent and Alec Jacob Baker, both of Dunn, announce their forthcoming wedding.The bride-elect is the daughter of Michael and Holly Silvey of Dunn and Howard and Shannon Tallent of Madison. She is the granddaughter of Suzan and Chuck Briggs and Frank Tallent, all of Charleston, S.C., Robert and Karen Hill of Kentucky ...

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Lucas, Byrd Exchange Marriage Vows

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Lucas, Byrd Exchange Marriage Vows Crystal Lucas and John Byrd were united in marriage May 22 in Erwin.The bride is the daughter of Peggy Jordan of Dunn and the late Michael Lucas Sr.The groom is the son of Polly Byrd of Coats and Mark Byrd of Dunn. Attendants for the bride were Michelle Holmes and Daisy Lucas. Flower girls were ...

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Dunn Resident Receives Award From UT Martin

Dunn Resident Receives Award From UT Martin Haley Davis of Dunn was named to Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges through the University of Tennessee at Martin during the spring 2016 semester. UT Martin is a four-year university located in northwest Tennessee and is part of the University of Tennessee System.

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Juneteenth: A Celebration Of Freedom

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Juneteenth: A Celebration Of Freedom Juneteenth, or June 19, is considered the date when the last slaves in America were freed. The actual emancipation did not come until Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger rode into Galveston, Texas, and issued General Order No. 3 on June 19, 1865, almost two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. ...

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Benson Center For Active Aging In Need Of Volunteers

Benson Center For Active Aging In Need Of Volunteers Volunteerism is an important component at the Benson Center for Active Aging. Some volunteers have regularly schedule shifts, like the welcome desk, program leaders and delivery drivers. Others help out with special events, like fundraisers and parties. “We have a vast number of volunteer opportunities available at the center to choose ...

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Harnett Health’s Wound Care Center Participates In Wound Care Awareness Week

Harnett Health’s Wound Care Center Participates In Wound Care Awareness Week The Wound Care Center at Harnett Health, a member of the Healogics network, is helping raise awareness of chronic wounds. The third annual Wound Care Awareness Week is being held June 6-10. One of nearly 800 Healogics-managed Centers; Harnett Health Wound Care Center offers advanced therapies to patients suffering ...

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