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Buffaloe to Compete in Kyokushin Karate Championships in LA
Buffaloe will compete in the “2025 Kyokushin Karate USWC Championships” in Los Angeles on February 2nd.

Christian Buffaloe, local Kyokushin Karate instructor in Roanoke Rapids & Arcola, has been invited by the International Kyokushin Karate Organization in Japan to compete in the “2025 Kyokushin Karate USWC Championships” in Los Angeles on February 2nd.
This tournament also serves as a qualifier for entry into the “Kyokushin Karate World Weight Category Championships” in Tokyo, Japan in April. This elite championships is held once every 4 years and features the top Kyokushin Karate fighters in the world in 4 Weight divisions. Buffaloe represent the USA, North Carolina, and Virginia.
Buffaloe is currently coached by his father/instructor, Sensei Kenny Buffaloe, the North Carolina Representative of Kyokushin Karate.
Christian Buffaloe is a two time Kyokushin Karate United States men’s champion winning in 2020 & 2023. He is a favorite in this year’s Championships in Los Angeles on February 2nd. Winning the top 3 places in LA secures entry into the “World Weight Category Championships” in April in Tokyo, Japan.
Christian Buffaloe will be featured on WITN TV 7 (an N.B.C. affliate) at the end of January on the Sports segment of the 6 and 11 o’clock news. He will do several Kyokushin Karate demonstrations and be interviewed about his upcoming participation in the “Kyokushin Karate USWC Championships” in Little Tokyo next month.
For more information on Kyokushin Karate and area training classes, call or text (252) 589-4281.
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PHOTOS: Celebrating Warren County 2025
Several local residents received special recognition at the inaugural event.

Hosted by the Warrenton Church of God, the inaugural Celebrating Warren County festival on Saturday, May 10, embraced an understanding and appreciation of fellowship and community involvement.
Emceed by Pastor Phillip Sharp, attendees gathered on the Courthouse Square, and shopped with local vendors, received helpful info from such resources as the Warren County Health Department and Trillium Health Resources, enjoyed live entertainment, and with a ticket, were given a free meal courtesy of Rachel’s Whistle Stop in Norlina.
Local resident, Alexis Henderson received special recognition as a Notable Citizen and for work as the founder of Sisterly Dreams (watch it here).
Anna Boyd (3rd grade) and Tinisha King (5th grade) were announced as the winners in the Why Do You Love Warren County contest and each received $50.

WALK BY FAITH: Lupus Awareness Walk hosted by Ariel Harrison
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Warren County Recreational Complex, Warrenton, NC
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Sisterly Dreams Shares Passion for Giving Back at Celebrating Warren County Event
The community and youth advocate shares her passion for helping young girls see their true potential.

Community and youth advocate and Sisterly Dreams founder, Alexis Henderson was honored at the first annual Celebrating Warren County event hosted by Warrenton Church of God last Saturday (5/10). Henderson, who also serves as the Warren County 4-H W.A.Y. Program Manager, shared her nonprofit’s origin and how her current initiatives are supporting the next generation of strong, young girls.
Learn more about Sisterly Dreams by following their Facebook page at @SisterlyDreamsCo.
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