Wayne Country Day’s Jaden Cooper was nominated on Thursday to the 2021 McDonald’s All-American team, Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, The McDonald’s All-American Games have been canceled for the second straight year, but the nominees were announced on Thursday. Cooper has led the Chargers to a 22-2 record this season, and this season he is…… read more »
Yearly Archives: 2021
Boys Basketball: WCDS’ Jaden Cooper Nominated To McDonald’s All-American Game
North Carolina News – February 18
WINTER WEATHER-THE LATEST The Latest: Texas grid stabilizing, half-million powerless Power outages in Texas have dropped to below a half million, but the state is still facing major problems with drinking water systems. The state’s power grid manager, the Electric Reliability of Council of Texas, says the remaining outages are largely weather-related and not ones…… read more »
Girls Basketball: Goldsboro Defeats Wallace-Rose Hill On Senior Night (PHOTO GALLERY)
The light switch came on for Goldsboro in the third quarter, while Wallace-Rose Hill stayed in the dark. The Cougars used a game-breaking run in the third quarter to topple Wallace-Rose Hill 47-23 and get a big win on their senior night. Goldsboro ends the season on a four-game winning streak and a 7-4 overall…… read more »
Boys Basketball: Wallace-Rose Hill Escapes Goldsboro With A Win (PHOTO GALLERY)
Goldsboro’s three seniors – Xavion Atkinson, Jaikir Fowler and Noah Hancock – have accomplished a lot and created plenty of memories during their time in a Cougars’ uniform. The lasting images of Wednesday night could sting for a while, but the Cougars played with the heart that they are known for. Goldsboro saw an 11-point…… read more »
Local Experts Give Recommendations For Supporting Kids During Pandemic
From remote learning to missing their friends and regular routines, the pandemic has been especially difficult for kids. Tuesday evening, Wayne CAN (Child Advocacy Network) hosted a virtual town hall with the purpose of showing the key issues that need to be addressed to help Wayne County’s children succeed. Dr. David Tayloe from Goldsboro Pediatrics…… read more »
Boys Soccer: Spring Creek Bounces Back Against East Duplin
After a 5-2 loss against Clinton, Spring Creek bounced back by defeating East Duplin 3-1 in East Central 2A play on Wednesday afternoon. Josue Sanchez Inestroza recorded two goals, while Jonah Velasquez-Perez scored one goal for the Gators, who fell to improved to 2-2 overall. The Gators visit Wallace-Rose Hill (1-3) on Monday.… read more »
Neuse River Crest Forecast Continues To Increase
The Neuse River near Goldsboro has reached “Moderate Flood Stage” and will continue rising with the ongoing rain. As of 5 AM today, the Neuse River was at just over 20-feet. According to the National Weather Service, the local river is expected to crest at nearly 23-feet, just below “Major Flood Stage,” on Sunday. A…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Bryant Powered By Jackson & Sons
Meet Bryant! He is a 1-year-old male Shepherd/Terrier mix with beautiful green eyes. Bryant is waiting at the Wayne County Animal Shelter to find his forever home! Click here to view all the pets available for adoption through Wayne County Animal Services. The Wayne County Animal Shelter is located at 1600 Clingman Street in Goldsboro.…… read more »
Take Part In Community Mural Project
The public is invited to come to Downtown Goldsboro and take part in a CommUnity Mural Project this weekend. The Arts Council of Wayne County is working with local artist Max Mozingo thanks to a grant from the North Carolina Arts Council. Mozingo will create the design on three large panels and the public can…… read more »
Suspect Busted For Trafficking Opium/Heroin
A suspect is arrested on drug trafficking charges in Goldsboro. According to the Goldsboro Police Department, 52-year-old Kenneth D. Stevons of La Grange was taken into custody around 7 PM on Saturday on the 700 block of Corporate Drive. Stevons was charged with: Trafficking Opium or Heroin Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Simple Possession of Marijuana…… read more »
