GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Two significant developments are providing new opportunities for Wayne County residents and business owners this fall, as Habitat for Humanity prepares to break ground on a transformative housing project while local retailers gain access to expanded healthcare coverage options. McNair Heights Project Set for Groundbreaking Habitat for Humanity of Goldsboro-Wayne will host…… read more »
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Agriculture Breakfast on Tuesday, October 7th, from 8-10 a.m. at the Maxwell Center, recognizing the significant economic contribution of the county’s agricultural sector. The event will celebrate an industry that employs more than 9,000 people and generates approximately $1 billion in…… read more »
RALEIGH, N.C. — The Wake County Historical Society will present a special educational program on Monday, September 15, examining the ongoing development of North Carolina’s first dedicated National Guard museum. The event, titled “Service, Sacrifice, and Heritage: Creating the NC National Guard Museum,” will feature Staff Sergeant Gary C. Spencer discussing the ambitious project to…… read more »
Nearly 4,600 pharmacy locations across the country will participate in Saturday’s community health initiative WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Walmart announced it will host The Wellness Event at Walmart on Saturday, September 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering free health screenings, affordable immunizations, and various health-focused activities at nearly 4,600 pharmacy locations nationwide. The…… read more »
Registration deadline approaches for popular community leadership forum WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. -– Local leaders and professionals are preparing for another installment of Eggs & Issues, the county’s premier networking breakfast that brings together decision-makers to discuss pressing community challenges and emerging opportunities. The upcoming breakfast meeting serves as more than a traditional networking event, organizers…… read more »
State Superintendent Green Announces Statewide Strategic Plan Tour RALEIGH, N.C. – State Superintendent Maurice “Mo” Green will embark on a comprehensive statewide tour this fall to present his strategic plan for North Carolina’s education system, the Department of Public Instruction announced today. The strategic plan regional tour, developed in collaboration with the State Board of…… read more »
Goldsboro’s construction giant marks centennial milestone with celebration honoring past achievements and future vision GOLDSBORO, N.C. — On Thursday, September 4th, T. A. Loving Company celebrated a remarkable milestone that few construction companies achieve: 100 years of continuous operation. The Goldsboro-based construction giant hosted a centennial celebration attended by community leaders, business partners, and the…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Rosewood High School’s JROTC Eagle Battalion will host a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Thursday, September 11th, at 9:00 AM on the school’s football field to commemorate the 23rd anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The ceremony is open to the public, with guests asked to arrive no later than 8:30…… read more »
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – The United Way of Wayne County marked a historic milestone on September 9, 2025, celebrating its centennial anniversary while officially launching its 2025 fundraising campaign with a goal of raising $850,000 to support local programs and services. The celebration brought together community leaders, business partners, and volunteers to commemorate a century…… read more »
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The Steele Memorial Library will spark creativity and imagination during a special LEGO building event designed for elementary-age children and their caregivers on Thursday, September 11, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. The hour-long program, targeted at students in grades kindergarten through fifth grade, promises to combine structured guidance with open-ended creativity.…… read more »
