Watch out for slick conditions on area roadways this morning. Rain transitioned to snow during the overnight hours, and that’s left treacherous conditions on some Wayne County roads this morning. North Carolina Emergency Management Director Mike Sprayberry gave an update as the state was preparing for the winter storm on Wednesday. Since the precipitation changed…… read more »
Wayne Community College (all campuses and locations) will delay in-person operations until 10 a.m. on Thursday, January 28, due to forecasts of inclement weather. All online courses, however, will meet as scheduled. Staff are to report to campus at 9:30 a.m. unless other department-specific arrangements are made.… read more »
Meet Hercules! This cute fella is 4 years old. Hercules is waiting at the Wayne County Animal Shelter to find his forever home! Click here to view all the pets available for adoption through Wayne County Animal Services. The Wayne County Animal Shelter is located at 1600 Clingman Street in Goldsboro. … read more »
Due to the threat of icy conditions impacting roadways in the morning, Thursday, January 28, will be a Remote Day for all Wayne County Public Schools students. All non-essential personnel should report to their work-sites two-hours beyond their normal starting time. Any staff member who believes roadways in their area are unsafe to travel in…… read more »
Southern Wayne pulled out another win on Tuesday night against J.H. Rose. The Saints toppled J.H. Rose 45-43. Two players for the Saints had double-doubles in the win. Jamaiya Bass led the Saints in scoring with 14 points and 10 rebounds, while JaMaya Leach had 10 points and 11 rebounds. Ty’Lisha Maye contributed 11 points…… read more »
North Carolina’s modified stay-at-home order will remain in place until the end of February. On Wednesday, Gov. Roy Cooper announced the extension of the order, which essentially establishes a curfew in the state due to the coronavirus. North Carolina’s 10 PM curfew remains in place, as well as the state’s mask mandate, mass gathering limits…… read more »
In a matchup of undefeated teams, Princeton answered the challenge against Rosewood on Tuesday evening. Jahiem Taylor collected a game-high 32 points for the Bulldogs, who thwarted a couple of rallies and dealt the Eagles a 73-55 defeat. Zion McPhatter contributed 11 points, and Ethan Potts added 10 points. Princeton is now on a six-game…… read more »
A Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect overnight for Wayne County and surrounding areas. The National Weather Service says snow is expected tonight as temperatures drop. Total snow accumulations may be around one inch with higher amounts in the northern area of Wayne County. Motorists are advised to plan for slippery road conditions in…… read more »
With the score tied 4-4 early in the first quarter, the Princeton girls’ basketball team picked up its defensive intensity, and the Bulldogs took over the game. Meredith Wooten dumped in a game-high 20 points, Anna Taylor contributed 19, while Leanna Nelson scored 11 points during a 59-28 victory against archrival Rosewood. It was the…… read more »
ODD-LOTTERY WINNER Man hits 2 deer with new car, then he hits $2M in lottery LELAND, N.C. (AP) — An unlucky start to a North Carolina man’s day turned upside down when he discovered he won a $2 million lottery prize hours after hitting two deer with his new car. The North Carolina Education Lottery…… read more »
