FBI-HATE CRIMES FBI campaign to raise hate crime awareness in North Carolina CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Charlotte division of the FBI says it is launching a campaign across North Carolina to raise awareness about federal hate crimes and to encourage people to report them. A news release from the agency says its campaign is…… read more »
Monthly Archives: September 2021
North Carolina News – September 15
Freedom Tree Rededication To Mark Start Of 24-Hour POW/MIA Event
Goldsboro will rededicate its Freedom Tree while paying tribute to those who have not returned from combat. As part of NC Freedom Fest activities this week, The Freedom Tree at the intersection of Center and Spruce streets in Downtown Goldsboro will be rededicated during a ceremony beginning at 3 PM this Thursday, September 16. The…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Tony Powered By Jackson & Sons
Meet Tony! He a 3-year-old, neutered domestic shorthair. Tony is very relaxed. He’s only been at the shelter about 2-3 weeks. Tony is waiting at the Wayne County Animal Shelter to find his FUR-ever home. The Wayne County Animal Shelter is located at 1600 Clingman Street in Goldsboro.… read more »
Scouts To Bestow Distinguished Citizen Award Upon George Whitfield
The local Boy Scouts council will honor a community leader. The Tuscarora Council of the Boy Scouts of America will present the Distinguished Citizen Award to George Whitfield during a banquet at Walnut Creek Country Club on Thursday, October 21st. The reception starts at 6:15 PM and the dinner is set for 7 PM. The…… read more »
UMO Faculty Recital To Feature Dr. William Ford
Join the University of Mount Olive for a Faculty Recital on Thursday, September 16, 2021 at 7 PM. in Hazel Waters Kornegay Assembly Hall. The event will feature Dr. William Ford on saxophone and clarinet. Ford will be accompanied by Alisa Gilliam on piano, Dr. Alan Armstrong on cello, Quintin Mallette on percussion, and Matthews…… read more »
Wanted: Small, Disadvantaged Businesses Interested In Competing For NCDOT Contracts
Small business owners looking to compete for state transportation contracts are invited to participate in a virtual workshop on Sept. 25. The N.C. Department of Transportation is hosting informational meetings aimed at disadvantaged businesses enterprises, which include small businesses and those companies run by minorities or women. Many small businesses may not be familiar with…… read more »
Catherine H. Pitts
September 11, 2021, 85, Goldsboro – Ms. Catherine H. Pitts, 85, passed on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Kitty Askins Hospice Center, Goldsboro, NC. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Services of compassionate and distinguished class entrusted to J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home & Cremations of Goldsboro.… read more »
Antonio C. Swinson
September 10, 2021, 49, Goldsboro – Mr. Antonio C. Swinson, 49, passed on Friday, September 10, 2021 at Wayne UNC Health Care, Goldsboro, NC. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Services of compassionate and distinguished class entrusted to J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home & Cremations of Goldsboro.… read more »
Gaynelle Price White
September 10, 2021, 67, Mount Olive – Gaynelle Price White, “Mom” went to Heaven Friday afternoon around 3:09. She had many health problems throughout her life but was never defined by them! If the struggles one faces on earth are an indicator of what one’s rewards will be in Heaven then she will be rich…… read more »
Thomas Joseph Basto
September 7, 2021, 49, Mount Olive – Thomas Joseph Basto, known to most as Tommy, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021, at Lenoir UNC Hospital in Kinston. Tommy was employed as a manager with Carolina V Twin. He volunteered his auctioneering talents for charity events, and he enjoyed selling cars. He was vice president of…… read more »
