Yearly Archives: 2021

WCC Summer Schedule And COVID Changes

WCC Summer Schedule And COVID Changes

Wayne Community College will implement its summer operational schedule and some COVID-19 protocol changes next week. College offices will be open for business 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday and closed on Fridays from Monday, May 10 through Friday, Aug. 13. The exception will be the Admissions and Records, Counseling, and Financial Aid…read more »

WCC Grads Safely Celebrate End Of The Semester (PHOTO GALLERY)

WCC Grads Safely Celebrate End Of The Semester (PHOTO GALLERY)

It’s been an unusual academic year as learning institutions across the country adapted to pandemic restrictions. Friday morning, Wayne Community College was able to celebrate its latest graduates with a special “Turn the Tassel” event. Adhering to social distancing guidelines, 178 grads lined up with their friends and family and received their degrees, diplomas or…read more »

Common Rose Diseases

Common Rose Diseases

Roses are a popular plant known for their large, elegant flowers. Many gardeners try their hands at growing roses in their gardens and landscapes. Poor disease control is one of the most common causes of failure with roses. Black spot and powdery mildew are important diseases to be aware of when growing roses. Black spot…read more »

WCPS Names The Teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal of the Year

WCPS Names The Teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal of the Year

Brogden Middle English & Language Arts teacher, Stephanie Gall, has been selected as the Wayne County Public Schools 2021-2022 Teacher of the Year. The announcement was made Thursday afternoon during a special virtual WCPS Assistant Principal, Principal & Teacher of the Year Celebration. Ms. Gall has four years of education service and has served at…read more »

Denise S. Dixon

Denise S. Dixon

May 5, 2021, 60, Goldsboro – Ms. Denise S. Dixon, 60, passed on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at Wayne UNC Health Care, Goldsboro, NC. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Denise Dixon will forever be loved and missed by her family and friends. She graduated from Goldsboro High School and worked at Butterball for over…read more »

Edward J. Golden

Edward J. Golden

May 4, 2021, 76, La Grange – Mr. Edward J. Golden, 76, passed on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. He was born on September 20, 1944 in El Dorado, Arkansas to Lonzie and Ardnesia Ford Golden. He is surived by his wife, Janet Williams…read more »

Ja’Marion Z. Hill

Ja’Marion Z. Hill

May 4, 2021, 8, Goldsboro – Master Ja’Marion Z. Hill, 8, passed on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Services of compassionate and distinguished class entrusted to J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home and Cremations of Goldsboro.read more »

Allen D. Mewborn

Allen D. Mewborn

May 4, 2021, 77, Dudley – Mr. Allen D. Mewborn, 77, passed at Duke University Hospital, Durham, NC. The celebration of his life will be held on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at 1:00 pm at J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home & Cremations, 1701 Wayne Memorial Drive, Goldsboro, NC. He was born on April 19, 1944 in…read more »

Masco “Kank” Martin

Masco “Kank” Martin

May 4, 2021, 58, La Grange – Mr. Masco “Kank” Martin, 58, passed on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC. The celebration of his life will be held on Friday, May 7, 2021 at 12:00 Noon with a viewing from 11:00 am to 11:50 am at Mt. Calvary FWB Church, 602…read more »

Yorman Castaneda

Yorman Castaneda

May 4, 2021, 27, Goldsboro – It is with profound sorrow and grief that we the management and staff of Serenity Memorial Funeral Home join with the Castaneda and connected families to announce the earthly transition of Mr. Yorman Castaneda, 27, years of age. Mr. Castaneda entered into eternal rest surrounded by those who affectionately…read more »

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