Durham, NC — Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina (GIENC) recently initiated the formation of the Rotary Club of Goodwill for Eastern North Carolina under Rotary International’s goal of “Service Above Self.” The club will tackle issues within communities—starting with food deficits as part of its Rotary Service Challenge. This partnership brings together two institutions with common values of service, ethics, and community impact. At the launch, the Rotary Club has distributed $2,250 worth of food vouchers to 48 Rotary Clubs in District 7710, triggering action and awareness of food…
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
Middle School Night at WCC Offers Students Early College & Career Insight
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Over 50 eighth-grade students and their families got a firsthand look at their futures during Wayne Community College’s Middle School Night, an event designed to introduce young learners to college pathways and career possibilities. Students began the evening with an overview of WCC’s academic programs and learned about the financial advantages of…
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.
