A new mural is dedicated in Downtown Goldsboro just in time for the NC Freedom Fest. The “Together We Serve” mural was commissioned by the Goldsboro Elks Lodge, with support from the Downtown Development Department and painted by local artist, Ashlee Fritz. The inspirational mural is painted on the side of the Goldsboro Elks Lodge…… read more »
Monthly Archives: September 2021
TOGETHER WE SERVE: New Mural Shows Community Spirit
Rosewood High Football Team Latest To Report COVID-19 Cluster
On Friday, Wayne County Public Schools reported a COVID-19 cluster involving seven members of the Rosewood High football team. “As positive cases are high in our communities, it is not surprising that we are seeing increased numbers in our schools,” states Dr. David Lewis, WCPS Superintendent. “Regardless of where it is contracted, any cases of…… read more »
Two Apply For Vacant City Council Seat
Two candidates throw their hat into the ring to try and be the next District 5 representative on the Goldsboro City Council. After the application period closed at 5 PM on Friday, the City of Goldsboro announced the applicants for the vacant council seat. They are: Charles P. Gaylor, IV Phyllis A. Merritt-James City Clerk…… read more »
Volleyball: Princeton Turns Back Goldsboro (PHOTO GALLERY)
Princeton head coach Paige Renfrow could not have been more pleased with her team’s effort after a 30-28, 25-22, 25-14 victory against Goldsboro in Neuse Six 2A Conference play on Thursday evening. “I’m so proud of my girls for stepping up,” Renfrow said. “They stepped up and played their game, and it paid off.” Throughout…… read more »
North Carolina News – September 17
MOTHER-SON-FRAUD CHARGES North Carolina mother, son, accused of insurance fraud RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Officials with a North Carolina agency have accused a mother and son of falsely telling an insurance company that her car and truck had been struck multiple times by deer and other animals. A news release from state Insurance Commissioner Mike…… read more »
Girls Golf: Hannant Leads WCDS
Wayne Country Day’s Ella Hannant earned medalist honors with a nine-hole round of 33 during a multi-team meet contested at Southern Wayne Country Club on Thursday afternoon. Karsyn Roberts posted a 36 and Anna Reimers carded a 37, while Madalyn Brown shot a 57 as Wayne Country Day logged a team score of 106. Wayne…… read more »
Former Mayor Chuck Allen Passes Away
The City of Goldsboro lost a dedicated community servant today. Former Mayor Chuck Allen passed away on Friday following a health battle that began limiting his time leading the city in late 2019. He was 60-years-old. Allen had served as Mayor since 2015, winning reelection in 2019. He stepped down from his role as mayor…… read more »
Donald Davis
September 15, 2021, 57, Pikeville – Mr. Donald Davis, 57, passed on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC. A public viewing will be held on Sunday, September 19, 2021 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home & Cremations, 1701 Wayne Memorial Drive, Goldsboro, NC. He was born…… read more »
Marilyn R. Leath
September 14, 2021, 68, Goldsboro – Ms. Marilyn R. Leath, 68, passed on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at Wayne UNC Health Care, Goldsboro, NC. The celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at 3:00 pm at J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home & Cremations, 1701 Wayne Memorial Drive, Goldsboro, NC. There will…… read more »
Clarence Garner
September 14, 2021, 71, Dudley – We the staff and management of Serenity Memorial Funeral Home joins with the Bell and connected families to announce the earthly departure of Mr. Clarence Garner 71, of Dudley, NC. Mr. Garner passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family. Arrangements are forthcoming. Services of Love &…… read more »
