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Rob Eastwood

Reporter, Mount Olive Chronicle

Rob Eastwood is a Wayne County native and veteran journalist with 18 years of community news experience across eastern North Carolina. A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Hussman School of Media and Journalism, James covers government, policy, and community affairs. He lives in Mount Olive with his wife and two children.

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G7 Leaders Boost Pressure on Russia, Hail Iran Deal Amid Ukraine Focus
Wayne County

G7 Leaders Boost Pressure on Russia, Hail Iran Deal Amid Ukraine Focus

G7 nations agreed to intensify actions against Russia and praised a new Iran deal, shifting summit focus to the Ukraine conflict.

Wayne County Approves Over $675 Million Investment for UNC Health Wayne Expansion
Wayne County

Wayne County Approves Over $675 Million Investment for UNC Health Wayne Expansion

Commissioners greenlit a major healthcare investment, positioning UNC Health Wayne for significant expansion and service improvements over the next 15 years.

Nestlé USA Completes Removal of Artificial Colors From All Food and Beverage Products
Local News

Nestlé USA Completes Removal of Artificial Colors From All Food and Beverage Products

Nestlé USA announced it has fully eliminated all certified artificial colors from its food and beverage portfolio by mid-2026, replacing them with natural alternatives.

McDonald’s Ranks as America’s Favorite Fast Food Chain (Not exactly for its quality)
Local News

McDonald’s Ranks as America’s Favorite Fast Food Chain (Not exactly for its quality)

Despite not leading in quality or price, McDonald's secured the top spot in a survey of nearly 50,000 U.S. consumers.

Microsoft Regains Title as World’s Largest Company by Market Cap
Business

Microsoft Regains Title as World’s Largest Company by Market Cap

Microsoft has once again been recognized as the world's largest company by market capitalization, surpassing rivals like Apple and Nvidia.

UN Chief Visits Haiti Amid Soaring Gang Violence and Displacement
Local News

UN Chief Visits Haiti Amid Soaring Gang Violence and Displacement

U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres toured Port-au-Prince, witnessing the impact of gang violence and the deployment of a new security force.

Chick-fil-A Plans New Location in Bradenton’s Heritage Harbour
Local News

Chick-fil-A Plans New Location in Bradenton’s Heritage Harbour

The fast-food chain is expanding its presence in Manatee County with a new restaurant planned for the Marketplace at Heritage Harbour shopping plaza.

Hurricanes Celebrate 2026 Stanley Cup Championship with Downtown Raleigh Parade
Sports

Hurricanes Celebrate 2026 Stanley Cup Championship with Downtown Raleigh Parade

Raleigh honors the Carolina Hurricanes with a parade and rally on June 20, marking the team's second championship win.

Aldi Recalls Park Street Deli Macaroni & Cheese Over Undeclared Soy Allergen
Local News

Aldi Recalls Park Street Deli Macaroni & Cheese Over Undeclared Soy Allergen

More than 58,000 cases of Park Street Deli Macaroni & Cheese sold exclusively at Aldi are recalled due to undeclared soy lecithin.

Trump Announces Strait of Hormuz Reopening After US-Iran Deal Framework
Business

Trump Announces Strait of Hormuz Reopening After US-Iran Deal Framework

President Trump claims ships are moving through the Strait of Hormuz following a US-Iran agreement, but shippers remain uncertain about safety and transit.

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