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Wayne Community College to Host Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

Wayne Community College to Host Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a community-wide event featuring cultural performances, educational displays, and local organization participation on Wednesday, October 8, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The free public event will take place in the Dr. G. Herman Porter Atrium inside the Wayne Learning Center, the college’s…read more »

Wayne County Chamber of Commerce Announces Annual W.I.S.E. Gala

Wayne County Chamber of Commerce Announces Annual W.I.S.E. Gala

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce has announced its upcoming Women Inspiring Success & Empowerment (W.I.S.E.) Gala, scheduled for Thursday, November 6th at the Walnut Creek Country Club. The evening event will begin at 5:45 p.m. and promises to be a celebration of women’s achievements and community leadership. The W.I.S.E. Gala represents…read more »

Local Artist Bryan Lewis Set to Make History at Princeton Fall Festival

Local Artist Bryan Lewis Set to Make History at Princeton Fall Festival

Goldsboro Native to Headline His First Concert on 15th Anniversary of Life-Changing Accident PRINCETON, N.C. – October 11th will mark a historic moment for both the Princeton Fall Festival and local artist Bryan Lewis, as the 34-year-old performer prepares to headline his first major concert exactly 15 years after a life-altering accident nearly claimed his…read more »

Wayne County Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Launch of Hawthorne & Pine LLC

Wayne County Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Launch of Hawthorne & Pine LLC

Local Business Offers Comprehensive Administrative Support Services WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the launch of Hawthorne & Pine LLC, a new business venture offering stress-free administrative support services to companies of all sizes. Founder Brings Decade of Experience to New Venture Jessica…read more »

Military Leaders to Brief Community on Base Operations at Wayne County Chamber Event

Military Leaders to Brief Community on Base Operations at Wayne County Chamber Event

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce will host its annual “State of the Military” briefing on Thursday, October 23rd, bringing together community leaders and military officials for a comprehensive update on operations at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. The event, scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Goldsboro Event Center,…read more »

Wayne County Chamber of Commerce Announces Better Business Summit for Local Leaders

Wayne County Chamber of Commerce Announces Better Business Summit for Local Leaders

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce will host its Better Business Summit on Tuesday, October 14th, offering local business owners and emerging leaders a comprehensive day of professional development and strategic insights. The six-hour summit, scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Maxwell Center, promises attendees access to “game-changing…read more »

Extreme Fear Scaregrounds Opens for Halloween Season with Four Spine-Chilling Attractions

Extreme Fear Scaregrounds Opens for Halloween Season with Four Spine-Chilling Attractions

Local Haunted House Venue Features Multiple Terror Experiences and Interactive Entertainment KINSTON, N.C. — Extreme Fear Scaregrounds at 401 Fairgrounds Road Kinston, NC 28504 (at the Lenoir County Fairgrounds) opened its doors September 20th for the Halloween season, offering thrill-seekers a comprehensive haunted attraction experience featuring four main terror zones and additional midway entertainment. Four…read more »

North Carolina Invites Young Artists to Take Flight in 2026 Aviation Art Contest

North Carolina Invites Young Artists to Take Flight in 2026 Aviation Art Contest

RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation has launched its annual call for submissions to the 2026 North Carolina Aviation Art Contest, inviting student artists statewide to explore the intersection of creativity and flight. The competition, which has become a celebrated tradition for young artists across North Carolina, challenges participants…read more »

“Spirits of Wake Forest” Ghost Walk Returns for Haunting 2025 Season

“Spirits of Wake Forest” Ghost Walk Returns for Haunting 2025 Season

Popular Downtown Ghost Tour Offers Spine-Tingling Entertainment Through October WAKE FOREST, N.C. – The beloved “Spirits of Wake Forest” ghost walk is returning for another haunting season, offering residents and visitors a chance to explore the supernatural side of Historic Downtown Wake Forest. The popular walking tour will run from September 25 through October 30,…read more »

Deranged Acres Opens Doors for Halloween Season with Dual Haunted Experiences

Deranged Acres Opens Doors for Halloween Season with Dual Haunted Experiences

MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. — As Halloween season approaches, thrill-seekers and families alike have a new destination for spine-tingling entertainment. Deranged Acres Haunted Attraction has opened its doors at 1323 Crows Foot Road, Mount Olive, NC is offering visitors a unique combination of indoor scares and outdoor maze adventures. The commercial haunted attraction features two distinct…read more »

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