Wayne County is taking steps to stimulate its economy in the coming years. The kickoff event, held Thursday at Goldsboro Builders Supply, marks the start of an aggressive five year plan from the Wayne County Development Alliance. WCDA President Mark Pope talked about the Impact Wayne campaign and says this is a great way for…… read more »
Monthly Archives: April 2021
“Impact Wayne” Campaign Aims To Create Jobs, Stimulate Economy
Football: Rosewood Shuts Out North Duplin (PHOTO GALLERY)
It was over in a hurry. Rosewood, led by the hashmark-collecting prowess of senior running back Avante George, started quickly on Friday versus North Duplin, scoring 27 points in the first half. The Eagles would go on to defeat the Rebels 47-0 on Friday evening. “I saw a fast start, and that’s what we wanted,”…… read more »
Football: Despite Strong Start, Eastern Wayne Falls To New Bern
Written by Laieke Abebe While Eastern Wayne began the game strong, the Warriors were unable to stop the New Bern offense on Wednesday. The game was placed in a lightning delay with 15 seconds left in the first half with Eastern Wayne trailing 50-12. After a 45 minute delay, the game was called off making…… read more »
Girls Soccer: WCDS Extends Its Win Streak To Three Games
Wayne Country Day won its third game in a row with a 4-0 victory against Wayne Christian on Thursday. Hayden Nielsen and Macy Floyd both scored two goals, while Kate Hunter and Nielsen each provided one assist. The Chargers extended their win streak to three games after an 0-4 start and will host Liberty Christian…… read more »
Family Seeks Answers After Pedestrian Injured In Crash
Family members are hoping witnesses may provide further information on an accident that left a pedestrian seriously injured. The accident occurred around 6 AM Monday on N. Berkeley Boulevard near Northwood Drive. A 43-year-old Goldsboro resident was out for a morning jog when he was struck by a southbound vehicle. The pedestrian ended up being…… read more »
GUEST ARTICLE: What Is It With Friday?
Guest article by K. David Hines, D. Min, Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University of Mount Olive —– During the disco music days of my youth, we sang and celebrated “Thank God it’s Friday.” There was even a movie with that title. Now, TGIF is deeply ingrained in our culture. And let’s be…… read more »
Athletes Of The Week: Shawna Williams
Throughout her high school career, C.B. Aycock’s Shawna Williams has learned that hard work pays off. For Williams, who plays softball and golf, success on the softball diamond came almost immediately, but Williams never stopped working hard to succeed on and off the field. “I just love it, I love every aspect about,” Williams said…… read more »
Athletes Of The Week: Braeden Collins
Over the past few seasons, Braeden Collins has blossomed into a standout baseball player. As a freshman at Eastern Wayne, Collins helped lead the Warriors back to playoffs for the first time in three years. Collins, who now attends Wayne Country Day, is now one of the critical pieces on a Chargers team with state…… read more »
Leaders Honored For Efforts That Reopened SJAFB (PHOTO GALLERY)
65 years ago, local leaders were successful in their efforts to reactivate Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in Goldsboro. Thursday afternoon, a new memorial marker was dedicated honoring Mayor Scott B. Berkeley, Sr., Committee Chairman John D. “Booty” Lewis, Sr., and Congressman Graham A. Barden for their work to get the Air Force base reopened.…… read more »
DEPUTIES: Driver Found To Be “Highly Impaired”
On Monday, a Wayne County Sheriff’s deputy pulled a vehicle over for a regulatory violation. After an impaired driving investigation, the driver, 40-year-old Doryahn Woods of Goldsboro, was deemed to be highly impaired. A search of the vehicle was also conducted and a schedule I substance was reportedly located. Woods’ vehicle was seized to an…… read more »
