Sheriff Larry Pierce states “the holiday season is right around the corner and shoppers will be crowding retail and other discount stores to buy the latest gadgets and find the best deals. This time of year attracts more shopping-related criminal activity because of the larger crowds and the extended store hours. These factors and the…… read more »
(GDN) — It’s the largest unrestricted gift in Wayne Community College’s history. The estate of Williams S. “Bill” and Melda B. Lamm has left over $1 million to the Foundation of Wayne Community College. The Lamms’ nephew Don Pittman made the announcement Tuesday at WCC. Mark Hale, the attorney for the Lamm estate, says the…… read more »
The University of Mount Olive through the Lois G. Britt Agribusiness Center is working with leaders on its campus and across eastern North Carolina to complete an economic development analysis survey for the local Mount Olive area. This project will inform local leaders about strategies and opportunities to impact economic development in the region. The…… read more »
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is suspending most construction activity along major highways to keep lanes open for holiday travel. The work along interstates, U.S. routes and key N.C. routes is expected to shut down from the morning of Nov. 23 through the evening of Nov. 29. Work that does not impact travel lanes…… read more »
– From the office of Gov. Roy Cooper – MasterBrand Cabinets, one of the largest cabinet manufacturers in North America, will expand its operations in Lenoir County to create more than 450 jobs over five years, Governor Roy Cooper announced on Tuesday. The company will invest more than $13.5 million to expand production capacity at…… read more »
(GDN) — Not everyone is able to spend Thanksgiving with friends and family. Others just don’t want to do all of that cooking for the feast, and some may not have the means for a holiday meal. This year’s HopesGiving meal in Goldsboro gives everyone the opportunity for fellowship and plenty of food on Thanksgiving. …… read more »
The State Highway Patrol is preparing for the holiday season and for the increased number of roadway users expected across our state. During the coming weeks, the Patrol will proactively target dangerous driver behaviors to include speeding, distracted driving and impaired driving. According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), more than 48 million people…… read more »
SHOOTINGS-TWO KILLED 2 killed, 2 wounded in shootings near N. Carolina apartments WARSAW, N.C. (AP) — Police say two people were shot and killed and two others were wounded in a shooting near a North Carolina apartment complex. A news release from the Warsaw Police Department says officers responding to a report of shots fired…… read more »
(GDN) — On October 23rd, the Goldsboro Police Department took a report on the breaking and entering and larceny that occurred at a residence on the 100 block of Astor Court in the Westhaven Public Housing Community. An X-Box, Playstation and a Wi-Fi router were amongst the items reported stolen. The investigation led to warrants…… read more »
Gary Fenton Barefoot’s name and legacy will forever be a part of the fabric of the University of Mount Olive. Barefoot’s longstanding connection to UMO started in the mid-1950’s when he enrolled as a student and later earned his associate’s degree from the institution. Barefoot retired from the University in 1999 after a 34-year stint…… read more »
