Lonnie Cole Sr. was awarded the Order of the Long Leaf Pine award at the April 21 Granville County Board of Commissioners meeting by former Rep. Frank Sossoman on behalf of Gov. Josh Stein.
The Order of the Long Leaf Pine award is presented to persons who have made significant contributions to the state and their communities through their exemplary service and exceptional accomplishments.
The Order of the Long Leaf Pine is the highest award granted by the Office of the Governor…