RALEIGH, NC — The North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) is urging drivers to slow down and consider the life-threatening risks of speeding as law enforcement agencies across the state launch the “Speed A Little. Lose A Lot.” campaign. The initiative runs through April 20 and includes enhanced patrols and checkpoints targeting speeders on…
Local News
Local Sports
Mount Olive Men’s Tennis Falls Just Short in 4-3 Battle Against Francis Marion
FLORENCE, S.C. (April 16) – In a tight Conference Carolinas match Wednesday afternoon, the University of Mount Olive men’s tennis team came up just short in a 4-3 loss to Francis Marion University. The defeat drops the Trojans to 8-9 overall and 5-2 in the league, while the Patriots improve to 11-6 and 7-2 in…
Crime
High-Speed Chase Ends in Arrest of Raleigh Woman in Kinston; Child Passenger Involved
KINSTON, N.C. — What began as a routine traffic stop became a high-speed pursuit through Kinston on Friday that led to a Raleigh woman’s arrest and raised disturbing questions after it was learned that an 8-year-old child was also in the vehicle. The Kinston Police Department stated that officers from the C-Squad attempted to stop…
Education
Goldsboro Woman Balances Family, Career, and Education to Achieve Lifelong Dream at Wayne Community College
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Carmen Del Cid Garcia has always believed in the power of education. Now, as she prepares to graduate from Wayne Community College with an associate degree in Business Administration, her journey is an inspiring testament to perseverance, passion, and the pursuit of lifelong learning. A wife, mother of two, full-time employee at…
Government
Congressman Don Davis will be Honoring Student Artists at 2025 Congressional Art Competition Ceremony
ROCKY MOUNT, NC — Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) will host a special ceremony on Saturday, April 19, 2025, to recognize the winners of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition at his Rocky Mount District Office. The event will begin at 9:00 AM and will showcase the creative talents of high school students from across North Carolina’s…
Obituaries
Karson Darden
April 12, 2025, 4 months, Goldsboro — The Management and Staff of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors join with the Darden and connected families to announce the earthly departure of Baby Boy Karson Darden. Services of Love & Compassionate Care have been entrusted to Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors and Cremations, LLC.
