Aviel Smolka

2 weeks ago | newsargus.com | Aviel Smolka

Rahkeem “Rock” Faison was always advanced for his age. By the time he was in middle school, Faison was already running past high schoolers on the track. Throughout his high school career at Eastern Wayne, Faison became a highly sought-after sprinter for various colleges and universities. With his senior season now in the rearview mirror, Faison made his decision to attend Norfolk State University and recently signed his national letter of intent inside the Eastern Wayne High School media center.

Feb 11, 2025 | newspressnow.com | Aviel Smolka

Micah Bell is a football player capable of carrying a heavy load on his shoulders and does whatever is asked of him to help Rosewood get the victory. And now, one of the Eagles’ leaders is leaving the nest, as Bell signed a national letter of intent with North Carolina A&T State University Monday afternoon. “It’s a blessing. It’s a dream come true. Honestly, my whole life, I’ve dreamed of this, and to be able to accomplish it is something special, and it’s something great in the making,” Bell said.

Feb 11, 2025 | thebesttimes.com | Aviel Smolka

Micah Bell is a football player capable of carrying a heavy load on his shoulders and does whatever is asked of him to help Rosewood get the victory. And now, one of the Eagles’ leaders is leaving the nest, as Bell signed a national letter of intent with North Carolina A&T State University Monday afternoon. “It’s a blessing. It’s a dream come true. Honestly, my whole life, I’ve dreamed of this, and to be able to accomplish it is something special, and it’s something great in the making,” Bell said.

Nov 24, 2024 | newsargus.com | Aviel Smolka

Families in western North Carolina will have toys to put under their Christmas trees, thanks to Fairwinds Aviation. Fairwinds Aviation gathered toy donations throughout November to give to families impacted by Hurricane Helene. On Saturday, the Fairwinds Aviation team and volunteers spent the day wrapping and organizing the donated toys. “I am so proud to be a part of Wayne County.

Jul 17, 2024 | newsargus.com | Aviel Smolka

Dennis Sonny “Man Eagle” Cain eats, sleeps, and breathes wrestling. Born in South Carolina, Cain was raised in between Raleigh and Mount Olive. He grew up watching boxing and wrestling, and from a young age, he always dreamed of finding his way into the squared circle. “My grandfather boxed a little bit, and my dad had 12 fights, 12 boxing matches during his youth, and we all went to Raleigh to watch wrestling,” Cain said.