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Christopher Smith, 67, DHS Class of ’76, Systems Engineer, Real Estate Investor, Ham Radio Enthusiast

Christopher Mark Smith of Youngsville, North Carolina, passed peacefully on Sept. 21, 2025. He was 67. Chris was born July 21, 1958 in Paterson, New Jersey to Barbara and Donald Smith. He was a 1976 graduate of Darien High School and received a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering technology at Clemson University, class of […] The post Christopher Smith, 67, DHS Class of ’76, Systems Engineer, Real Estate Investor, Ham Radio Enthusiast appe…Youngsville · Youngsville Read Article

Accountability and growth among top issues in NC municipal elections

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A look at top issues on NC voters' and candidates' minds ahead of 2025 municipal elections in Louisburg, Rocky Mount and New Bern. Accountability and growth among top issues in NC municipal elections is a story from Carolina Public Press, an award-winning independent newsroom. Our breakthrough journalism shines a light on the critical overlooked and under-reported issues facing North Carolina’s more than 11 million residents. Please consider mak…Louisburg · Louisburg See the Story

Teen fell through roof of elementary school in Franklin County, Emergency Management says

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First responders said they took the teen to WakeMed and he has serious injuries.Franklin County, North Carolina · Franklin County Read Article

Couple battling illness says contractor took money, didn’t finish job

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A Louisburg couple says they hired a contractor to paint their house and build a deck more than two years ago. They paid more than the estimate, but the project remains unfinished.Louisburg · Louisburg Read Article

Standoff ends in Franklin County after man barricaded inside home fired shots at deputies

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A standoff ended early Tuesday in Franklin County after a man barricaded inside a home with a gun fired shots at deputies on Twin Creek Drive, the sheriff's office said.Franklin County, North Carolina · Franklin County Read Article

Utility services provider eliminating 126 jobs in North Carolina after losing contract

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N&S Locating Services LLC says it will lay off most of the employees who report to its Franklin County office after its biggest customer in the state, internet service provider Brightspeed, pulled all of its work from N&S.Business · Franklin County See the Story

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Nothing ordinary about these ordinary people

Nothing ordinary about these ordinary people

TerraSafe names Willoughby as CEO

UNC Rex Mobile Mammography brings life-saving screenings to Louisburg residents

P&HCC advances to region tournament with draw at Louisburg

Christopher Smith, 67, DHS Class of ’76, Systems Engineer, Real Estate Investor, Ham Radio Enthusiast

Accountability and growth among top issues in NC municipal elections

Teen fell through roof of elementary school in Franklin County, Emergency Management says

Couple battling illness says contractor took money, didn’t finish job

Standoff ends in Franklin County after man barricaded inside home fired shots at deputies

Utility services provider eliminating 126 jobs in North Carolina after losing contract

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Nothing ordinary about these ordinary people

TerraSafe names Willoughby as CEO

UNC Rex Mobile Mammography brings life-saving screenings to Louisburg residents

P&HCC advances to region tournament with draw at Louisburg

Christopher Smith, 67, DHS Class of ’76, Systems Engineer, Real Estate Investor, Ham Radio Enthusiast

Accountability and growth among top issues in NC municipal elections

Teen fell through roof of elementary school in Franklin County, Emergency Management says

Couple battling illness says contractor took money, didn’t finish job

Standoff ends in Franklin County after man barricaded inside home fired shots at deputies

Utility services provider eliminating 126 jobs in North Carolina after losing contract

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