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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.

302 articles published
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.

Summer Heatwave Hits Wayne and Duplin Counties: Tips to Stay Safe and Cool
Local News

Summer Heatwave Hits Wayne and Duplin Counties: Tips to Stay Safe and Cool

A fierce summer heatwave is hitting Wayne and Duplin counties. Learn vital tips to stay cool, hydrated, and safe this summer.

7 Must-Visit Summer Festivals in the US This July You Can’t Miss
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7 Must-Visit Summer Festivals in the US This July You Can’t Miss

Discover 7 unforgettable summer festivals across the US this July. Music, food, culture, and fun await you at these top events!

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.

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