Five Duplin County residents have been charged with a break-in and theft of copper wiring at a Faison business, Duplin County Sheriff Blake Wallace said Wednesday.

Duplin County Emergency Services Director Brian Pearce has simple advice for county residents when it comes to the possible arrival of Hurricane Hanna - monitor the weather and heed any advisories.

At least 31 candidates for state, national and local offices have committed to appear at this month's "Meet the Candidates" reception.