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Dexter Brinson

Dexter Brinson

Reporter, Mount Olive Chronicle

Covers Duplin County government, regional economic development, and agriculture. A Kenansville native and NC State graduate. Fluent in Spanish. Has covered rural economic issues across eastern North Carolina for nearly a decade.

17 articles published
6 things seasoned hikers always pack but beginners forget
Business

6 things seasoned hikers always pack but beginners forget

The difference between a novice hiker and a veteran often comes down to the contents of their pack. While beginners frequently obs

Blowing Rock Named North Carolina’s Top Small Town by Southern Living
Local News

Blowing Rock Named North Carolina’s Top Small Town by Southern Living

Southern Living's annual reader survey has recognized Blowing Rock for its charm, dining, and proximity to natural beauty.

Florida’s Beverage Distribution Landscape Faces Significant Shake-Up, Potentially Impacting Over a Thousand Jobs
Business

Florida’s Beverage Distribution Landscape Faces Significant Shake-Up, Potentially Impacting Over a Thousand Jobs

A major shift in beverage distribution in Florida could put more than 1,000 jobs at risk, signaling a turbulent period for the state's economy.

Eastern North Carolina Faces Dangerously Low Water Levels Amid Worsening Drought
Wayne County

Eastern North Carolina Faces Dangerously Low Water Levels Amid Worsening Drought

Critically low water levels in lakes and reservoirs prompt stricter restrictions and impact agriculture across the region as exceptional drought conditions persist.

Durham Implements Stage 2 Water Restrictions Amid Worsening Drought
Wayne County

Durham Implements Stage 2 Water Restrictions Amid Worsening Drought

Mandatory water use limitations begin Monday, June 15, as prolonged dry weather depletes reservoirs.

From Eastern NC Soil to Agribusiness Helm: Alan Johnson’s Ascent
Business

From Eastern NC Soil to Agribusiness Helm: Alan Johnson’s Ascent

Alan Johnson's journey from a rural North Carolina farm to a national leadership role at BASF.

North Carolina Voters to Decide on Tax Limits and Council of State Vacancies This November
Business

North Carolina Voters to Decide on Tax Limits and Council of State Vacancies This November

North Carolina voters will face key decisions on constitutional amendments regarding income and property taxes, and Council of State vacancies in the upcoming November election.

From Pickles to Prosperity: Mount Olive’s Twin Pillars of Local Pride
Business

From Pickles to Prosperity: Mount Olive’s Twin Pillars of Local Pride

Discover how Mount Olive, NC, a town of under 5,000, built a national reputation on pickles and community banking, celebrated at the annual NC Pickle…

Murphy Family Ventures Strengthens Technological Capabilities Through Strategic Acquisition of World Line Networks
Business

Murphy Family Ventures Strengthens Technological Capabilities Through Strategic Acquisition of World Line Networks

Murphy Family Ventures announces a significant expansion of its technology services portfolio with the integration of World Line Networks.

North Carolina Senate Advances Constitutional Amendment to Cap Individual Income Tax Rate
Business

North Carolina Senate Advances Constitutional Amendment to Cap Individual Income Tax Rate

NC Senate approves constitutional amendment to cap individual income tax at 3.5%, sending it to the House for a vote.

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