The following schedule changes will be taking place today in observance of Veterans Day: Goldsboro City Offices will be closed on Thursday, November 11, 2021. County of Wayne Government Offices closed Thursday, November 11, 2021. Offices will re-open Friday, November 12, 2021 for normal business hours. All branches of the Wayne County Public Library closed…… read more »
Yearly Archives: 2021
Closings For Veterans Day
Wayne UNC Receives Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade of “A”
Wayne UNC Health Care was awarded an “A” in the fall 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing Wayne UNC’s achievement in providing the highest level of patient care. This is an improvement over the hospital’s grade of “B” over the past several years. An “A” grade has historically been earned by only…… read more »
Boys Basketball: WCDS Holds Off Fayetteville Academy (PHOTO GALLERY)
In a rematch of the N.C. Independent Schools Athletic Association 2A state championship game, Wayne Country Day held off Fayetteville Academy for a 74-71 victory. The Chargers got off to a hot start and led 20-9 at the end of the first quarter. By halftime, the Chargers’ lead grew to 45-23. However, in the second…… read more »
Girls Basketball: WCDS Dominates Freedom Christian In Season Opener (PHOTO GALLERY)
Wayne Country Day opened the season with a dominating 64-18 victory against Freedom Christian Academy on Tuesday. Using their full-court press defense, the Chargers got off to a great start and had a 19-2 lead at the end of the first quarter. By halftime, the Chargers’ lead grew to 34-6. Kyrah Davis scored seven of…… read more »
Wayne Christian’s Miranda Is Going Out On Top
During his three years as Wayne Christian’s head football coach, Luis Miranda met every challenge head-on. The Eagles started their eight-man football program in 2015, but by 2018, the football program was shuttered. However, in 2019, the Eagles were back on the football field and had the first winning season in school history. In 2020,…… read more »
North Carolina News – November 10
SCHOOLS REPORT NC judge to hold hearing on education funding order RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Longstanding education funding litigation in North Carolina could reach a watershed if a judge orders money be spent over the wishes of the General Assembly. Superior Court Judge David Lee scheduled a hearing Wednesday in which he’ll consider options on…… read more »
Wayne County Veterans Day Parade Returns To Downtown Goldsboro
A Veterans Day tradition returns to Wayne County. Following last year’s cancellation due to the pandemic, the Wayne County Veterans and Patriots Coalition’s annual Veterans Day Parade returns to Downtown Goldsboro this Thursday, November 11. Bill Graham is the CEO of the Wayne County Veterans and Patriots Coalition. He says it appears there will be…… read more »
City Leaders Highlight Public Safety, New Projects During State Of The Community
The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce’s annual State of the Community provides a look at the last year’s developments in the City of Goldsboro. Tuesday’s event featured updates from city and county leaders who emphasized the idea of “one community.” Goldsboro Mayor David Ham praised the first ever NC Freedom Fest held in September which…… read more »
Wayne County’s Unemployment Rate Down To 4% In September
Wayne County’s latest unemployment figures show a significant month-over-month improvement. According to the latest figures from the N.C. Department of Commerce, Wayne County’s seasonally non-adjusted jobless rate decreased to 4.0% in September. That’s down from the 4.7% unemployment rate recorded in August and much improved from the 6.4% jobless rate seen in September of 2020. …… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Mattie Powered By Jackson & Sons
Meet Mattie! This sweet boy is a 2-year-old Chow Chow mix. Mattie is waiting at the Wayne County Animal Shelter to find his FUR-ever home! To make an appointment at Wayne County Animal Services call 919-731-1439 option “0” or email [email protected] Click here to view all the pets available for adoption through Wayne County Animal…… read more »
