ABORTION BILL NC bill would halt abortions on basis of race, Down syndrome RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina Republicans are looking to restrict abortions further in the state. They filed a bill this week to prohibit the procedure if the pregnant woman is seeking it due to the unborn child’s race or the detection…… read more »
Yearly Archives: 2021
North Carolina News – April 1
WCPS, County Working On Local Funding For Fremont Elementary School
Wayne County Public Schools is trying out figure out what local funds will be needed to construct the new Fremont Elementary School. During this week’s special meeting, Interim Superintendent Dr. David Lewis gave the Wayne County Board of Education an update on the Fremont Elementary planning. Dr. Lewis says the district is continuing to move…… read more »
WCSO: Suspect Accused Of Multiple Statutory Sex Offenses
In May of 2019, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office was notified of an inappropriate sexual relationship involving a 15-year-old juvenile. The Sheriff’s Office Special Victim’s Unit began an investigation and reportedly learned other juveniles may have been sexually assaulted by the suspect as well. The investigation included multiple interviews with possible victims, witnesses and processing…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Beauregard Powered By Jackson & Sons
Meet Beauregard! This charming dog LOVES a ball. Beau is all for running and have some fun. He is a happy-go-lucky pup and handsome to boot. Beauregard is 3-years-old and neutered. He’s ready to leave the shelter today! To make an appointment at Wayne County Animal Services call 919-731-1439 option “0” or email [email protected] Click…… read more »
Lawmakers Develop Comprehensive Flood Plan
– From the offices of Senator Jim Perry & Senator Danny Britt – Since 2016, North Carolina has experienced $22 Billion in damages related to major flood events related to two hurricanes, Matthew (2016) and Florence (2018). Eastern North Carolina communities are on the frontlines of flooding, whether it be from tropical storms, hurricanes, or…… read more »
Church Sponsoring COVID-19 Testing In Goldsboro
Ameritech Labs is offering drive-thru COVID-19 testing at the First Free Will Baptist Church of Goldsboro, 604 E. Ash Street. Testing begins today, April 1st. No appointments are required. The testing site will be open Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays from 10 AM – 4 PM and Wednesdays from 10 AM – 3:30 PM. (There will…… read more »
Girls Soccer: WCDS Picks Up Second Win Of The Season
After dropping its first four games of the season, Wayne Country Day is now on a two-game win streak. Hayden Nielsen scored two goals and the Chargers shut out John Paul II 2-0 on Tuesday. Hannah Best and Sophie De Aurajo each contributed one assist in the win. Wayne Country Day (2-4 overall) travel to…… read more »
North Carolina News – March 31
CITY COUNCIL-OPEN MEETING Judge: City Council’s team building is open to the public ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — A North Carolina judge has ruled that Asheville’s City Council cannot block the public from a team-building exercise that council members had scheduled as part of an annual retreat. The Asheville Citizen-Times reports that Buncombe County Superior Court…… read more »
Body Of Missing Father Recovered In Neuse River
After nearly one whole week, a search has concluded for a father and son that went missing in the Neuse River. Shortly before noon Wednesday, the body of 38-year-old Sterling Holman was located in the Neuse River during the search and recovery effort. Holman and his 5-year-old son, Braylin, were fishing at the boat ramp…… read more »
Boys Soccer: C.B. Aycock’s Naughton Earns NCSCA All-state Honors
The N.C. Soccer Coaches Association recently released its all-state teams. And C.B. Aycock forward Zack Naughton was named to the NCSCA all-state team. A senior, Naughton led the Golden Falcons to a 7-4-1 record this season. Naughton scored a team-high 16 goals to go along with a team-high eight assists this season, and he ends…… read more »
