Local communities are getting ready for Halloween. At last week’s meeting, the Goldsboro City Council approved its annual Halloween Proclamation as read by Mayor Pro Tem Taj Polack. The proclamation suggests: Residents who wish to participate in trick or treat are asked to leave a porch light or other outdoor light on during these hours.…… read more »
Yearly Archives: 2021
Goldsboro, Others Set Trick Or Treat Hours
2021 Wayne County Fire Princess Pageant (PHOTO GALLERY)
The Wayne County Fire Princess Pageant was held Saturday evening at the Paramount Theatre in Downtown Goldsboro. A total of eight contestants competed for the 2021 title. Danielle Moore, representing the Mar-Mac Fire Department, was crowned the 2021 Wayne County Fire Princess.… read more »
Wayne County’s Visitor Spending Dropped 24% in 2020
Domestic and international visitors to and within Wayne County spent $141.8 million in 2020, a decrease of 24.2% from 2019. The data comes from an annual study commissioned by Visit North Carolina, a unit of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina. “It comes as no surprise that visitor spending was down in 2020, due…… read more »
City Names Felecia Williams as Community Relations Director
The City of Goldsboro has named Felecia Williams as the director of the Department of Community Relations and Development. Williams’ position is effective Oct. 6. Her salary will be $69,150.39. “I give honor to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and pray that I walk worthy of the vocation for which I am called,” Williams…… read more »
Fair’s Demolition Derby Proceeds Despite Rain (PHOTO GALLERY)
Saturday’s demolition derby was still held at the Wayne County Fairgrounds despite the fair being closed due to the rain. A crowd showed up in their rain gear to watch the 25 entrants bash their vehicles together on the muddy field.… read more »
Saluting Seymour
Every week, Saluting Seymour and SoundScope highlight an airman serving at the Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in Goldsboro. Staff Sgt. Shawn Rivera from the 4th Logistics Readiness Squadron Rivera has been in the Air Force over four years. His hometown is San Antonio, Texas. Rivera says he wasn’t really feeling college, and his father, who…… read more »
LCSO: Suspect Accused Of Stealing Trailer
On Wednesday, a trailer was reportedly stolen from a residence on Smith Grady Road in Deep Run. Lenoir County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the call, gathered information on the theft, and quickly shared that info with neighboring law enforcement agencies and social media. Thanks to the public’s help, the sheriff’s office was able to locate…… read more »
Football: Eastern Wayne Bounces Back Against Spring Creek (PHOTO GALLERY)
After a tough loss against Princeton last week, Eastern Wayne bounced back in a big way against Spring Creek on Friday. The Warriors scored 43 points in the first half and defeated the Gators 64-0 in Neuse Six 2A Conference play. Eastern Wayne is now one win away from clinching its first winning season since…… read more »
Cycle NC Riders Stop In Mount Olive (PHOTO GALLERY)
Mount Olive and the surrounding area were able to show off for hundreds of bicyclists on Friday. The Town of Mount Olive’s historic train depot served as rest stop for Cycle NC’s annual Mountains to the Coast ride. The cyclists left Sparta, NC on October 2nd and concluded their ride in North Topsail Beach on…… read more »
Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair Closed Saturday Due To Weather
The final day of the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair has been canceled. Due to weather conditions, fair organizers decided it was best to keep the fairgrounds closed today, Saturday, October 9. The weather conditions had made the rides unsafe. The winner of the Leonard Building Gaming Shed will be announced Monday, October 11 at 7:20…… read more »
