BC-US-NORTH-CAROLINA-DEPUTY-SHOOTING Prosecutor says man killed by deputies hit them with car ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. (AP) — A North Carolina prosecutor says that a Black man killed by deputies hit law enforcement officers with his car before they opened fire. District Attorney Andrew Womble told a judge at a hearing Wednesday that he viewed body camera…… read more »
On April 21, officers with the Goldsboro Police Department responded to the Economy Inn on the 800 block of W. Grantham St. for a reported overdose. Once on scene, officers located an unresponsive 13-year-old female in the parking area and administered a dose of Narcan to her. EMS arrived and transported the victim to Wayne…… read more »
Goldsboro residents will have more opportunity to speak their mind before their elected representatives. As the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent gathering restrictions hit last year, the Goldsboro City Council moved to limit its traditional public comment periods to just one meeting per month. At the council’s last meeting, Councilwoman Hiawatha Jones said that she’s watched…… read more »
Bond is set at $100,000 secured for a Wayne County man accused of trafficking a controlled substance. On Saturday, April 17th, a deputy with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Patrol Division pulled a vehicle over for an equipment violation in the southern area of the county. During the stop, a large amount of methamphetamine was reportedly…… read more »
As North Carolina’s vibrant agricultural industry becomes more present on the roadways this time of year, the State Highway Patrol reminds motorist of practices they can take to keep everyone safe. It is legal in North Carolina for farm equipment to travel on public roads except for controlled access roadways such as interstates. Farm equipment…… read more »
May 1st has long been known as “Decision Day” in the world of traditional higher education. It is a national day of celebration for students who have decided on their college or university of choice. For many colleges and universities, it signals the deadline for students to pay enrollment deposits and commit to fall enrollment.…… read more »
As we come out on the other side of the pandemic, and as the labor market remains extremely tight, Wayne Community College is partnering with community allies and stakeholders to find new ways to help meet the workforce needs of local industries. WCC doesn’t want to start down this road though without first knowing the local needs…… read more »
April 25, 2021, 84, Dudley – Mrs. Dorothy “Aunt Dot” Robinson. It is with very heavy hearts that we the management and staff of J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home & Cremations, along with our Chief Funeral Director, Mr. Vonnell Robinson, announce the passing of our beloved Mrs. Dorothy “Aunt Dot” Robinson, 84, who transitioned from labor…… read more »
Billy Gene “BG” Lewis, 74, Goldsboro – Mr. Billy Gene “BG” Lewis, 74, passed on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at home. The celebration of his life will be held on Monday, May 3, 2021 at 12:00 noon at the Goldsboro-Raleigh District Assembly, 211 West Hooks River Road, Goldsboro, NC with Bishop Alton A. Smith officiating.…… read more »
April 23, 2021, 84, Seven Springs – Mable Jean Witherington Lane, 84, died peacefully at home on Friday evening, April 23. She is survived by her two daughters and their husbands; Phyllis L and Stan Davis of Dudley, and Debra L. and Jimmy Coor of Willow Springs, NC; two sisters, Eva Johnson of Goldsboro, and…… read more »
