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Join the Sampson County Ag Day 2026
Join us in Clinton, North Carolina for Sampson County Ag Day 2026, a free, family-friendly festival celebrating 250 years of American agriculture. Enjoy live bands, farm exhibits, immobile tractor displays, food vendors, and local artisans showcasing the best of Sampson County. Celebrate our farming roots with a full day of music, food, and free fun for all ages.Â
đź“…Date: Saturday, March 21
⏰Time: 10 AM - 4 PM
đź“ŤLocation: Sampson Community College, 1801 Sunset Avenue, Clinton, NC 28328
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Primary Election Day on March 3
 On Tuesday, March 3, polling places will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Registered voters can find their polling place and sample ballot here: Voter Search
Who Can Vote in the Primary?
Voters affiliated with any political party may vote the ballot of candidates for their party only. Some recognized political parties in North Carolina may not have primary ballots.
Unaffiliated voters may choose to vote any one political party’s ballot or a nonpartisan ballot (if available). A voter cannot vote in more than one party’s primary.
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Animal Shelter Closed on March 5Â
 The Sampson County Animal Shelter will be closed on Thursday, March 5th to allow for the installation of a new generator. This important upgrade will help ensure continued operations and improve reliability.
Normal business hours will resume on Friday, March 6th. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving you when we reopen.
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GIS Hiring: Join Our Team
As Sampson County continues to grow and innovate, we are looking for a talented professional who is passionate about geospatial technology and data-driven solutions.
This position is responsible for designing, developing, coordinating, managing, supporting, and maintaining the integrity for all GIS activities for Sampson County government.Â
Apply Today
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Spring Sports 2026 Registration
Sampson County Parks & Recreation is accepting registrations for T-Ball, Baseball, and Softball for the 2026 season!
📅Registration Dates: February 1 – March 15, 2026
💵 Cost: $50 per player
(Please Remember for families in need of financial assistance that we do offer our SCPR Youth Scholarship Program that you can apply for below).Â
👦👧Age Groups Available:
T-Ball / Coach Pitch, Machine Pitch Baseball & Softball & Kid Pitch Baseball & Softball
(ages 4–15) (13-15 Leagues will be offered later closer to the summer)
Whether your child is picking up a bat for the first time or ready for another season on the field, this is a great way to build skills, make friends, and have fun outdoors 🥎⚾
📲How to Register: Scan the QR code on the flyer or give us a call at (910) 299-0924
đź“Ť Hosted by Sampson County Parks & Recreation
👉👉 Spots fill fast — don’t wait to sign up!
Sign Up NOW!
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Register of Deeds Prepares for New ADA Website Requirement
Sampson County’s Register of Deeds, Anita H. Lane, has been working with her office’s land records vendor, Logan Systems, Inc. to ensure compliance for the Sampson County Register of Deeds' website. A phased implementation plan is underway that includes database upgrades, a new public search program approved by the North Carolina Secretary of State, and the launch of a more modern, mobile friendly website. A third party certification firm has been engaged to independently review the website and certify compliance once remediation efforts are complete. Ms. Lane notes that these updates represent an important investment in accessibility, efficiency, and improved service for the public.
Check out the Register of Deeds website today.
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NCDHHS Shares Provider Guidance, Updates as Measles Cases Rise
Information from NCDHHS:
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) announced 23 measles cases in North Carolina since late December 2025.
The official NCDHHS website provides NC Measles Cases Dashboard, NC Exposures Locations, What to Do If You Were Exposed, Symptoms/How It Spreads, and many other resources. Check out the NCDHHS official website and learn more.
NCDHHS Website
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Board of Commissioners Meeting Recap |
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Upcoming Events and Activities
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Regular Sampson County Board of Commissioners Meeting
đź“…Date: Monday, March 2, 2026
⏰Time: 6:00 PM
đź“ŤLocation: County Auditorium, 435 Rowan Road in Clinton, North Carolina
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Stand Up Comedy - Adult Clean Show
Get ready for an afternoon of clean, relatable, laugh-out-loud comedy featuring: Bill Douglas and Andy Beningo.
đź“…Date: March 3, 2026
⏰Time: 2:00 PM
đź“ŤLocation: JC Holiday Library, 217 Graham Street, Clinton, NC 28328
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Blood Drive and Vision Board (Garland Library)
Save a life by donating blood and join us for 2026 Vision Board creation - or just come to create your Vision Board if you can't donate!
đź“…Date: March 3, 2026
⏰Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
đź“ŤLocation: Miriam Lamb Memorial Public Library, 144 S. Church Ave, Garland, NC
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Homeschool Connections
Homeschool families, please join us for upcoming Homeschool Connections!
Activities will be most appropriate for elementary school age children, but all ages of homeschool students are welcome!
đź“…Date: March 17, 2026
⏰Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
đź“ŤLocation: JC Holiday Library, 217 Graham Street, Clinton, NC
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Sampson County Friends of Agriculture Ag Rally
Get ready for the Sampson County Friends of Agriculture Ag Rally, March 17 at the Agri-Expo Center!
Join the NC Cooperative Extension-Sampson Center for an engaging evening featuring guest speaker Bryan Humphreys, CEO of the National Pork Producers Council.
đź“…Date: March 17, 2026
⏰Time: 6:30 PM
đź“ŤLocation: Agri-Exposition Center, 414 Warsaw Rd, Clinton, NCÂ
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Registration for Fall 2026 Courses Opens
Monday, March 23, 2026 - for more information please visit sampsoncc.edu/register
Information from: Sampson Community College
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Spring Career FairÂ
Wednesday, March 25 from 10 AM to 1 PM in the new Activity Center addition
This event is open to the public to show what employment opportunities are available in Sampson County.
Information from: Sampson Community College
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Brought to you by our NC Cooperative Extension - Sampson County Center, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent Sydney Knowles.
Eating well is key to feeling your best and supporting long-term health. Each month, Mrs. Knowles will share a simple, nutritious recipe to help you make healthier choices that fit your lifestyle.Â
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Greek Chicken Pitas
         March is National Nutrition Month, and what better way to celebrate than with a meal that includes all five food groups in one! Tomatoes count as our fruit; spinach, peppers, and onions help us increase our veggies; grilled chicken serves as our lean protein; whole wheat pita helps us make at least half our grains whole; and reduced-fat feta cheese meets our recommended dairy. This is an easy recipe that I have used many times in our cooking workshops. You can repurpose the ingredients for a tasty salad later in the week!
Greek Chicken Pitas
Makes 8 pitas
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ lbs chicken (boneless skinless breasts or tenderloins)
- 4 bell peppers
- 2 onions
- 8 Whole Grain Pitas (find in the deli/cheese section on a kiosk)
- Tzatziki sauce (find in the deli/cheese section by the hummus)
- Reduced fat feta cheese
- Spinach
- Fresh tomatoes, diced
- Seasonings of choice
- Olive oil
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 425°F
- Cut bell peppers and onions into strips (**see note if you’re short on time). Place in a bowl with 1-2 tbsp olive oil, salt and pepper to taste. Throw on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes. (If using frozen, place in a stir fry pan instead. No need to thaw first).Â
- While the peppers and onions are cooking, cut chicken into bite size pieces. Place in a bowl with seasonings of choice (I like salt, pepper, about ½ tsp ginger powder, 1 tsp onion powder, and 1 tsp Italian seasoning). Mix well.Â
- Heat a large frying pan over medium to medium high heat. Add in about 1 tbsp olive oil. When hot, add in chicken and cook until cooked through (about 8 minutes, flipping once).
- Optional: Toast pitas with a little olive oil and sprinkle of salt.
To build your chicken pita:
- Start with tzatziki sauce along the middle of the pita, sprinkle with feta, then sprinkle with chopped spinach. Add in your chicken, peppers, and onions. Fold it up and enjoy!
*The amount above will make around 8 pitas
**You can also use a frozen bag of chopped peppers and onions if you’re short on time
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PET OF THE WEEK - Kevin!
Kevin is a two-year-old Retriever, Labrador Mix, who is calm and lovable. He is housebroken and well mannered.
Kevin is neutered, up to date on vaccinations, and ready for a forever home.
Available to adopt at Sampson County Animal Shelter.
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Visitation Hours
Monday - Friday
1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
168 Agriculture Place, Clinton, NC
Shelter Office: 910-592-8493
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