Local News

 
State Auditor Releases Critical Report on North Carolina Office of Recovery and ResiliencyState Auditor Highlights Major Failures in North Carolina’s Disaster Recovery Program

State Auditor Releases Critical Report on North Carolina Office of Recovery and ResiliencyState Auditor Highlights Major Failures in North Carolina’s Disaster Recovery Program

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — State Auditor Dave Bolick held a press conference Wednesday at the Wayne County Museum to outline the findings of a newly released report on the North Carolina Office of Recovery and Resiliency’s (NCORR) Homeowner Recovery Program (HRP). The review, conducted by the N.C. Office of the State Auditor (OSA), details significant financial,…

Local Sports

 
Warriors Hit the Road for Week 3 Playoffs in the Pittman Agner Law Game of the Week

Warriors Hit the Road for Week 3 Playoffs in the Pittman Agner Law Game of the Week

The stage is set for another thrilling Friday night as the Pittman Agner Law High School Football Game of the Week sends the Eastern Wayne Warriors back on the road for Week 3 of the state playoffs. The 8–3 Eastern Wayne Warriors will travel to face the 9–2 Reidsville Rams in a highly anticipated matchup…

Crime

Suspect in Series of Fiber Optic and Telephone Line Thefts Arrested

Suspect in Series of Fiber Optic and Telephone Line Thefts Arrested

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Goldsboro man following an investigation into multiple incidents involving fiber optic and telephone lines being cut and stolen in the southern portion of the county. Deputies say the investigation began after several reports of damaged and removed utility lines, prompting concerns over service…

Education

WCC Hosts Global Leadership Student Conference

WCC Hosts Global Leadership Student Conference

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College recently hosted a meeting for students of all backgrounds to learn about global leadership. The North Carolina Association of International Educators (NCAIE) Global Leadership and International Engagement Student Conference connects both undergraduate and graduate students who are passionate about working across cultures and further developing a global mindset. The…

Government

Goldsboro Encourages Residents to Take Part in New Citywide Survey

Goldsboro Encourages Residents to Take Part in New Citywide Survey

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The City of Goldsboro is inviting residents to help shape the community’s future by participating in its first-ever citywide community survey. City officials say they want to hear from residents in every City Council district to ensure all voices are represented as they plan for future services and priorities. The survey is…

Obituaries

Sharon Denise Franklin Davis

Sharon Denise Franklin Davis

November 14, 2025, 64, Goldsboro — With utmost Sympathy and Compassion, we, the professionals at Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors, join with the Davis and connected families to announce the earthly transition of Mrs. Sharon Denise Franklin Davis. Arrangements are forthcoming. Services of Love & Compassionate Care have been entrusted to Williams & Ashford Funeral…

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