September 23, 2021, 49, Goldsboro – Tara Hinnant, 49, of Goldsboro departed this walk of life Thursday, September 23, 2021 at home. Arrangements are incomplete and in the care of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro.… read more »
Monthly Archives: September 2021
Ashley Nicole Newsome
September 22, 2021, 25, Pikeville – Ashley Nicole Newsome, 25, of Pikeville, passed away Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at Wayne UNC Health Care in Goldsboro. Ashley was born in Wayne County on January 10, 1996 to Frances Williams. She was raised by parents, Sandra Barnes and William Newsome. Ashley was a graduate of Charles B.…… read more »
Tony Rowe
September 22, 2021, 54, Goldsboro – Tony Rowe, 54, of Goldsboro, passed away Tuesday, September 22, 2021 at Wilson Pines Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Wilson. Viewing will be held Saturday, September 25, 2021 from 10 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. with the funeral service following at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Howell Funeral Home…… read more »
Martha D. Jordan
September 21, 2021, 96, Greensboro – Martha D. Jordan, 96, passed away on September 21, 2021 in Greensboro, North Carolina. She was born on November 11, 1924 in Maceo, Kentucky and lived over 50 years in Goldsboro, NC. Martha is survived by her daughter, Marilyn Jordan Whitley; granddaughter, Maris Jordan Whitley; and son-in-law, Jack Whitley. She…… read more »
Lavina I. Harper
September 20, 2021, 96, Salt Lake City – Miss Lavina I. Harper, 96, passed away Monday. She was a native of the Nahunta Community of Wayne County and was the daughter of Alma Aycock Harper and William Walter Harper. Arrangements are incomplete.… read more »
Farm Credit Farmers Market Greets Fall (PHOTO GALLERY)
The Farm Credit Farmers Market greeted the beginning of fall this past weekend. Saturday’s Fall Fest drew plenty of customers to the local farmers market beside the Maxwell Center. Fall fresh produce was on sale, as well as plenty of locally-made crafts. Kids participated in a pumpkin decorating contest. 97.7 Katie Country’s Wayne Carlyle broadcasted…… read more »
Athlete Of The Week: Bailey Wood
Bailey Wood only started playing volleyball in the eighth grade, but throughout her high school career, she has blossomed into one of C.B. Aycock’s key players. “I started late, but some of my friends encouraged me to play in my eighth-grade year, and ever since then, I’ve just enjoyed playing it,” Wood said. The Golden…… read more »
COVID Strains County Resources As Officials Make Plans For Booster Vaccine Doses
The coronavirus continues to circulate and it doesn’t appear it’s going away anytime soon. Thursday afternoon, Wayne County Government hosted its second online COVID Connection, bringing together local leaders and health experts to give an update on the virus that has left thousands dead in North Carolina. Wayne UNC Health Care President and CEO Dr.…… read more »
Two Charged For Weekend Shooting In Kinston
Two suspects are arrested for a shooting incident in Kinston. On Saturday, the Kinston Police Department responded to shots fired near the 1100 block of Pollock Street. Officers arrived and found the victim, 25-year-old Rashad O’Neil of Kinston. The preliminary investigation revealed two individuals operating a white SUV drove past O’Neil and opened fire from…… read more »
UMO Observes “See You At The Pole”
On Wednesday, the University of Mount Olive observed the National See You at the Pole event. Students gathered in prayer around the flagpole located near the Henderson building. Prayers were lifted regarding the campus, the community, and the nation. The atmosphere was filled with love and gratitude. Additional prayers were lifted in regards to keeping…… read more »
