Southern Wayne pulled out another win on Tuesday night against J.H. Rose. The Saints toppled J.H. Rose 45-43. Two players for the Saints had double-doubles in the win. Jamaiya Bass led the Saints in scoring with 14 points and 10 rebounds, while JaMaya Leach had 10 points and 11 rebounds. Ty’Lisha Maye contributed 11 points…… read more »
North Carolina’s modified stay-at-home order will remain in place until the end of February. On Wednesday, Gov. Roy Cooper announced the extension of the order, which essentially establishes a curfew in the state due to the coronavirus. North Carolina’s 10 PM curfew remains in place, as well as the state’s mask mandate, mass gathering limits…… read more »
In a matchup of undefeated teams, Princeton answered the challenge against Rosewood on Tuesday evening. Jahiem Taylor collected a game-high 32 points for the Bulldogs, who thwarted a couple of rallies and dealt the Eagles a 73-55 defeat. Zion McPhatter contributed 11 points, and Ethan Potts added 10 points. Princeton is now on a six-game…… read more »
A Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect overnight for Wayne County and surrounding areas. The National Weather Service says snow is expected tonight as temperatures drop. Total snow accumulations may be around one inch with higher amounts in the northern area of Wayne County. Motorists are advised to plan for slippery road conditions in…… read more »
With the score tied 4-4 early in the first quarter, the Princeton girls’ basketball team picked up its defensive intensity, and the Bulldogs took over the game. Meredith Wooten dumped in a game-high 20 points, Anna Taylor contributed 19, while Leanna Nelson scored 11 points during a 59-28 victory against archrival Rosewood. It was the…… read more »
ODD-LOTTERY WINNER Man hits 2 deer with new car, then he hits $2M in lottery LELAND, N.C. (AP) — An unlucky start to a North Carolina man’s day turned upside down when he discovered he won a $2 million lottery prize hours after hitting two deer with his new car. The North Carolina Education Lottery…… read more »
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office and Goldsboro Police Department teamed with North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement for an investigation into the illegal activities of gaming establishments in and around Goldsboro. On January 13th, members of the sheriff’s office and ALE agents served a search warrant at Arcade 581 on the 200 block of Highway 581…… read more »
Parts of North Carolina are preparing for wintry weather. Temperatures are expected to drop Wednesday night into Thursday morning, turning a cold rain into snow in many areas. In Wayne County, the National Weather Service predicts rain will eventually change over to all snow overnight. However, any snow accumulation is expected to be less than…… read more »
Goldsboro-Wayne Crime Stoppers 1st annual Caper Chase Road Run is being planned for March. Jennifer Strickland is a Crime Stoppers Board Member and the chair for the upcoming event, which features virtual and in-person options. For virtual participants, Strickland says you can sign up online and you’ll receive your race bib and t-shirt in the…… read more »
Operation Unite Goldsboro, Goldsboro Pediatrics and Wayne UNC Health Care are partnering to host a COVID Town Hall this Thursday, January 28, 2021 from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. The event will be held via Zoom. Registration is required and may be completed by visiting the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5359545850?pwd=YUtpOGZqOWRDaVphTVI3Ynpaa3k4UT09. During the forum, local and state officials…… read more »
