PEMBROKE — As a collegiate swimmer, Gabby Hyson spends hours in the pool training, dedicating herself to her craft. The UNC Pembroke sophomore is also keenly aware of the challenges of her sport — especially regarding hair care.

PEMBROKE – The University of North Carolina at Pembroke will host a two-week bioprocessing training to help students and residents prepare for entry-level positions in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

PEMBROKE — As a collegiate swimmer, Gabby Hyson spends hours in the pool training, dedicating herself to her craft. The UNC Pembroke sophomore is also keenly aware of the challenges of her sport — especially regarding hair care.

LUMBERTON 一 Resident and entrepreneur Brandis Strickland has launched two businesses in the last year, both aimed to assist the people in his community and beyond.

RALEIGH — All North Carolina state parks west of Interstate 77 are closed through at least Oct. 31, the Division of Parks and Recreation announced. These parks include Chimney Rock, Crowders Mountain, Elk Knob, Gorges, Grandfather Mountain, Lake James, Lake Norman, Mount Mitchell, New River, South Mountains, and Stone Mountains state parks, as well as Mount Jefferson State Natural Area and Rendezvous Mountain.

Nuggett is a male lab mix puppy available for adoption or rescue. He is up to date on his puppy vaccines and is ready to find his loving new forever home. Learn more about Nugget and other adoptable animals at www.facebook.com/RobesonCountyAnimalProtectiveServices.