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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.

139 articles published
Data Breach Hits 70,000 in Cyberattack on SLA Vendor IBM
Business

Data Breach Hits 70,000 in Cyberattack on SLA Vendor IBM

Personal data of 70,000 compromised after unauthorized access to vendor IBM’s cloud environment linked to Singapore Land Authority systems.

Rising Food Prices Force Indian Families to Rethink Spending in 2026
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Rising Food Prices Force Indian Families to Rethink Spending in 2026

Nestlé India reveals how inflation in 2026 reshaped household buying habits, pack sizes, and priorities amid affordability challenges.

U.S. Restarts Dollar Transfers to Iraq After Months-Long Freeze
Local News

U.S. Restarts Dollar Transfers to Iraq After Months-Long Freeze

After a months-long suspension, the U.S. has resumed dollar transfers to Iraq, easing financial tensions and stabilizing key economic ties.

Trump’s most humiliating court defeat so far: A Stunning Blow in NY Fraud Case
Local News

Trump’s most humiliating court defeat so far: A Stunning Blow in NY Fraud Case

A New York judge's ruling against Donald Trump in a civil fraud trial has delivered a staggering financial and reputational blo...

Harry’s New Venture: UK Return Threatened?
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Harry’s New Venture: UK Return Threatened?

Prince Harry unveils a significant new initiative, sparking debate about its potential impact on his strained relationship with...

Trump Shuts Down Press Again Amid Renewed Health Speculation
Local News

Trump Shuts Down Press Again Amid Renewed Health Speculation

Donald Trump closes press schedule once more as fresh questions about his health swirl and media seek answers.

7 Dog Breeds Most Likely To Trigger Allergies, According To Vets
Health

7 Dog Breeds Most Likely To Trigger Allergies, According To Vets

Discover the 7 dog breeds vets say are most likely to trigger allergies and why some pups cause sniffles and sneezes more than others.

12 Fast Food Items Employees Dread Being Asked About – and Would Never Eat Themselves
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12 Fast Food Items Employees Dread Being Asked About – and Would Never Eat Themselves

Fast food workers reveal the 12 menu items they dread answering questions about and refuse to order, no matter how hungry.

Local Farmers Prepare for July Heatwave: How Wayne and Duplin Counties Are Coping
Local News

Local Farmers Prepare for July Heatwave: How Wayne and Duplin Counties Are Coping

Local farmers in Wayne and Duplin counties prepare for July heatwave with new strategies to protect crops and livestock.

U.S. Stock Futures Surge as U.S. and Iran Resume Peace Talks
Business

U.S. Stock Futures Surge as U.S. and Iran Resume Peace Talks

U.S. stock futures climb amid renewed U.S.-Iran peace talks, sparking hope for stability and market gains nationwide.

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