Michael Joyner

He served stateside during World War 2 and taught soldiers how to be soldiers. Memory Griffin, a World War II veteran, is about to celebrate his 102nd birthday. He served stateside during the war, dedicating his time to training new recruits to become soldiers. Named after an uncle he never met, Griffin was drafted into the Army after leaving college. Reflecting on his service, he shared, "We used to go out on bivouac, and I taught them how to shoot guns... uh...

Long-time State Representative Marvin Lucas is stepping down. Dec. 31 will be his last day. Lucas is a graduate of Fayetteville State University. After 30 years of public service, he's retiring and his replacement is no stranger to politics. "Twenty four in Raleigh, 23 in Spring Lake as alderman and as mayor," Lucas said. "Then I also did 33 years in the school system, so a total of 80 years all together." Lucas is 82 years old. He didn't start serving when he was 2.

Cumberland County has issued a boil water advisory Monday for all Southpoint Water System customers until further notice. Cumberland County has issued a boil water advisory Monday for all Southpoint Water System customers until further notice. A recent sample from the Southpoint Water System, located in the Gray’s Creek Water and Sewer District, tested positive for E. coli bacteria. This affects a community of around 85 homes in the area.