Deric Rush
Reporter/MMJ
Greenville, North Carolina
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Deric Rush graduated from the University of South Carolina's School of Journalism & Mass Communications with B.A. in Broadcast Journalism.
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Marines and NATO forces held Exercise Burmese Chase at Camp Lejeune.
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Parents and officials voice concerns as covid cases in schools intensify.
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Pollocksville’s town hall and train station are expected to be reopened by the end of October.
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The county has 1,300 employees, meaning President Biden's vaccine mandate would certainly apply to them.
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Carteret Community College gave red and white carnations and a commemorative flag to those in attendance to lay at the memorial tree.
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President Biden to mandate vaccination for all government employees.
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The event was held at Town Common and featured music from country artists Larry Farris and Cliff Waddell.
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Troops prepare air show explosives as cherry point receives new air space ordinance
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North Carolina Red Cross volunteers head to Louisiana to help those impacted by Hurricane Ida.
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Military community holds moment of silence for fallen troops.
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First African American marines honored at Montford Point.
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Active duty military required to get COVID-19 vaccination.
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Vidant Health said they will require the COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment.
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Although both events were held separately, the meaning behind their efforts were the same.
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Onslow County continues with optional mask requirement as school officials gear up for new semester.
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People still in water despite red flag warnings.
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Community college sees highest boost in new student enrollment in the state.
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“When there are resources available to the community ... we really wanted to meet people right in the heart of their neighborhood,” organizer Chris Suggs said.
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Man sentenced to life in prison after 7-year-old case.
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Heat advisory moves summer program activities indoors.
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Several food trucks, vendors and local businesses came to set up shop to help support the fundraiser for college students.
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Comic Con returned to Greenville on Saturday after it was canceled last year due to COVID-19.
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Hospital sees surge in COVID hospitalizations as emergency responders run low on staff.
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Pentagon decision could mean mandatory vaccinations for troops.
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North Carolina being more generous with vaccine incentives.
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President implements strict guidelines for federal employees.
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Bus driver shortage may cause longer bus routes in Onslow County.
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The cruise-themed celebration called “Destination Celebration,” was for cancer survivors and those who may still be going through treatment.
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Housing absorption causing economic concerns in Onslow County.
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Delta Variant makes masks in schools a hot topic as fall semester approaches.
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Local bakery owner is donating a kidney to save her friend's life.
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The payments are part of President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package.
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TSA hand-checks ba.gs due to system outages.
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Small industrial business adds 33 jobs to county economy.
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The group marched through the downtown area of Kinston and ended at the Kinston music park where several speakers shared words of motivation.
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Caden Weatherington, 8, has sold lemonade since he was 4-years-old with a heart to help those experiencing homelessness.
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COVID cases increase in NC; delta variant found more aggressive.
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Business offers vaccine as delta variant becomes dominant strain.
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It’s been more than a year for people to gather and celebrate the Fourth of July in-person.
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Organizer Steven Hardy-Braz said the event is meant to bring the community together.
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Blood organizations urge community to give blood as a potential shortage is on the horizon.
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Tenants still protected under CDC moratorium as last day of June ends state moratorium.
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“We just really wanted to bring a community together to let the people that live here that identify as LGBTQ know that you’re supported and there are people that love you and are here for you in this community,” an organizer said.
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Local officials hope new kayak launch will add a boost to the economy in Washington.
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