October 25, 2025
Sports
Tim Tebow Delivers UMO Commencement Address
MOUNT OLIVE – Kornegay Arena was filled to capacity for the University of Mount Olive’s spring commencement ceremony featuring football legend and philanthropist Tim Tebow as the guest speaker. “It…
Three Camels Sign With NFL Teams
Allen to Chargers, Hill to Dolphins, Maddox to Colts BUIES CREEK – Three former Campbell standouts have signed as undrafted free agents with NFL teams following last weekend’s draft. Defensive…
Sen. Sawrey Backs ‘Fairness In Women’s Sports Act’
RALEIGH – Today, Republicans in the North Carolina Senate passed legislation to protect fair competition and promote safety in school athletics. Senate Bill 631, “Fairness in Women’s Sports Act,” is…
Rep. Nickel Launches Carolina Hurricanes Playoff Challenge
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Wiley Nickel (NC-13) launched a Carolina Hurricanes playoff challenge ahead of the Hurricanes first round playoff series against the New York Islanders. Representative Nickel,…
NC Bill Would Require High School Sports Teams To Be Single Sex Or Co-Ed
By Theresa Opeka Carolina Journal A North Carolina Senate bill was introduced Thursday that would prevent biologically female high school athletes from being forced to compete against biological males in…
Cleveland High Wins Johnston County Easter Tournament
JOHNSTON COUNTY – Cleveland High School Baseball defeated West Johnston by a score of 13-to-3 to win the championship game of the 2023 Johnston County Easter Tournament. Cleveland also defeat…
Bid Awarded For New $5.6 Million SSS Auxiliary Gym
SMITHFIELD – The Johnston County Public Schools Board has awarded a $5,629,213 bid for construction of a new auxiliary gym at Smithfield Selma High School. Brooks Moore, Chief of Facilities…
Scout Troop Takes #3forHeart Challenge
CLAYTON – On January 2nd, 2023, Buffalo Bills Trainer Denny Kellington performed lifesaving CPR on Buffalo Bills Safety Damar Hamlin. Kellington’s quick response to save Damar’s life inspired a movement…
Hancel Phipps Named New Spartan Football Coach
SMITHFIELD – Hancel Phipps has been named the new football coach at Smithfield-Selma High School. Coach Phipps brings a wealth of experience and success to the program and is eager…
Clayton High Player And Coach Selected For 2023 Carolinas Classic All-Star Basketball Games
Team Rosters Announced For The 2023 Carolinas Classic All-Star Basketball Games Top high school basketball players from North Carolina and South Carolina to face off WILMINGTON, NC – The North…
Tim Tebow To Be University Of Mount Olive Spring Commencement Speaker
MOUNT OLIVE – The University of Mount Olive has announced that Tim Tebow will be its May commencement speaker. Tebow is a two-time national champion, first-round NFL draft pick, and…
‘A Feeling Of Relief’: Former Campbell DE Selected In Pro Draft
By Donnell Coley Dunn Daily Record Campbell football’s all-time leader in tackles for loss is heading to the professional ranks. Former All-American defensive end Brevin Allen was among 80 players…
