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Cade Whitley, a 2019 South Stanly High School graduate, is a 2023 magna cum laude graduate of Wingate University.

Whitley majored in criminal justice, with a minor in psychology. His goal is to become a North Carolina wildlife officer.

In his spare time, he plans to continue his singing career with hopes to make it to the “American Idol” stage.