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First Annual Community Health Fair Coming to Goldsboro Event Center

First Annual Community Health Fair Coming to Goldsboro Event Center

GOLDSBORO, NC — Goldsboro residents will have the opportunity to access free health screenings and wellness education at the inaugural Community Health Fair, hosted by Coates Hearing Clinic on Saturday, July 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Goldsboro Event Center. The event promises to transform traditional health education into an interactive community…read more »

For Many, a First Public Salute: Purple Heart Veterans to Be Honored in Goldsboro

For Many, a First Public Salute: Purple Heart Veterans to Be Honored in Goldsboro

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The Goldsboro/Wayne Purple Heart Foundation and the Wayne County Veterans and Patriots Coalition Inc. will host their 13th Annual Purple Heart Luncheon on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 11 a.m. at the Maxwell Convention Center, located at 3114 Wayne Memorial Drive. The ceremony will honor Purple Heart recipients from the Goldsboro and…read more »

Taste of Wayne Seeks Community Volunteers for Annual Food Festival

Taste of Wayne Seeks Community Volunteers for Annual Food Festival

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The organizers of the Taste of Wayne are actively recruiting volunteers to help make this year’s community food festival an unforgettable experience for attendees and local businesses alike. Multiple Volunteer Opportunities Available The annual event offers various volunteer positions to accommodate different interests and skill levels. Volunteers can contribute by: Community…read more »

Large Crowd Gathers for Seven Springs Fireworks Display

Large Crowd Gathers for Seven Springs Fireworks Display

SEVEN SPRINGS, N.C. — Hundreds of residents and visitors flocked to Seven Springs on Saturday afternoon for the community’s annual fireworks celebration over the Neuse River. Early Arrival for Prime Viewing The festivities began in the early afternoon as crowds started gathering along the riverbank to secure the best vantage points for the evening’s pyrotechnic…read more »

Mount Olive Celebrates Independence Day with Community Gathering at Westbrook Park

Mount Olive Celebrates Independence Day with Community Gathering at Westbrook Park

MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. — The Exchange Club of Mount Olive, in partnership with local businesses, hosted their annual Fourth of July celebration at Westbrook Park on Friday, drawing community members for an evening of patriotic festivities. Early Arrival, Strong Turnout Residents began gathering at the park early Friday afternoon in anticipation of the holiday celebration.…read more »

Royal Banquet Hall to Host 5th of July Bash Celebration

Royal Banquet Hall to Host 5th of July Bash Celebration

STANTONSBURG N.C. — The Royal Banquet Hall is preparing to host a festive 5th of July Bash, offering the community a chance to extend their Independence Day celebrations with music, dancing, and socializing. Event Highlights and Entertainment The weekend celebration will feature a diverse musical lineup designed to appeal to all ages and tastes. Attendees…read more »

Two Wayne County Towns Set to Host Independence Day Celebrations

Two Wayne County Towns Set to Host Independence Day Celebrations

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Mount Olive will begin the holiday weekend celebrations on Friday evening with their annual 4th of July event at Westbrook Park, located across from the Piggly Wiggly. The festivities, hosted by the Exchange Club of Mount Olive along with other local vendors, will start at 5 p.m. Community members are invited…read more »

Southern Give Back Corporation Hosts HBCU Fundraiser Festival This Saturday

Southern Give Back Corporation Hosts HBCU Fundraiser Festival This Saturday

CLAYTON, N.C. – Southern Give Back Corporation will host a day-long HBCU Community Festival on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at 2286 Polenta Road in Clayton, with all proceeds benefiting scholarships for Historically Black Colleges and Universities students. The fundraising event features two distinct programs designed to engage families and the broader community throughout the day…read more »

Taste of Wayne Street Food Festival Returns September 4th to Launch NC Freedom Fest

Taste of Wayne Street Food Festival Returns September 4th to Launch NC Freedom Fest

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne County food enthusiasts can mark their calendars for September 4th, as the popular Taste of Wayne festival returns to The Hub for another year of culinary celebration. The street food festival will serve as the opening event for NC Freedom Fest, promising an expanded lineup of local flavors and family-friendly entertainment.…read more »

Looking For Date Night Activities? Interactive City Scavenger Hunt Offers Couples Unique Date Night Experience

Looking For Date Night Activities? Interactive City Scavenger Hunt Offers Couples Unique Date Night Experience

KINSTON, N.C. —- A new interactive scavenger hunt designed specifically for couples is transforming traditional date nights into adventure-filled experiences throughout the city. The City Love Scavenger Hunt uses smartphone technology to guide couples through a series of challenges and activities designed to strengthen relationships while exploring environments. How the Scavenger Hunt Works The self-guided…read more »

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