The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Forward Conference from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Mar. 20 at The Maxwell Center.
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Forward Conference to Be Held at Maxwell Center
Third Annual Juneteenth Celebration Held Downtown
Hundreds of people gathered in downtown Goldsboro on Saturday afternoon for the third annual Juneteenth celebration.
Juneteenth, also known as Juneteenth Independence Day or Freedom Day, is an American holiday that commemorates the June 19, 1865, announcement of the abolition of slavery in the U.S. state of Texas, and more generally the emancipation of enslaved African Americans throughout the former Confederate States of America.… read more »
Rally for Joyonna is Sunday
There is a Rally for Joyonna Persall and against gun violence planned for Sunday April 23 at the T.C. Coley Community Center – 516 South Leslie Street, Goldsboro. It’s being described as the first of many rallies in the wake of last Wednesday’s shooting. Joyonna Persall died and five other teens were injured in a…… read more »
Public Invited to Student Showcase at Wayne Community College
Wayne Community College invites the public to a showcase of its Global Distinction and Honors students’ work. The “Global Experience Honoring Your World” event is set for 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, April 20 in the Wayne Learning Center (building with flag poles) on the college’s main campus in Goldsboro. “Students taking Honors and Global courses…… read more »
Barbra Lica Show Saturday at The Paramount Theatre
Canadian singer/songwriter and producer Barbra Lica will bring her show to the Paramount this weekend. Her newest recordings are described as combining elements of Folk, RnB, Indie Pop, Jazz, and Existential Synth (not a real genre). She was named one of Canada’s top upcoming female jazz artists and was the first runner-up in the 2013…… read more »
Wayne County Animal Services to Host Rabies Clinics
Wayne County Animal Services will be hosting four rabies clinics to encourage residents to have their pets vaccinated for only $5. North Carolina General Statute 130A-185 requires that any owner of a dog, cat or ferret shall have their animal vaccinated by four months of age and keep the animal currently vaccinated against rabies. Residents…… read more »
Free Earth Day Event Offers STEM and Art Activities for Families
Art and science will get equal billing during Wayne Community College’s upcoming Earth Day event. “The Art of Science” will be a free carnival-style walk-through celebration of STEAM: science, technology, engineering, art, and math. It will take place at the college 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday, April 22. It is open to the whole family…… read more »
The Cure for the Colors Event is Saturday
The Cures for the Colors Gala and Reverse Raffle, happening this Saturday, is sold out. Attendees are in for an exciting evening, including a photo booth, music from 581 South, a 50/50 raffle in addition to the reverse raffle, and more. However, the Gala is more than just a fun night; it is a chance…… read more »
Hal Plonk Disability Walk Scheduled May 3
The Goldsboro Mayor’s Committee for Persons with Disabilities has scheduled the Hal Plonk Disability Walk on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at 10:00am beginning at the HUB, 200 South Center Street, Goldsboro.… read more »
Wayne County Junior Livestock Show & Sale
The Wayne County Junior Livestock Show & Sale is scheduled for Thursday, April 13, 2023 at the Wayne County Fairgrounds. Sponsored by the Wayne County Livestock Development Association (WCLDA) and Wayne County Cooperative Extension, this project gives youth in our community an opportunity to develop basic skills in selection, management, exhibition, and marketing of animals.…… read more »
