WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Local animal lovers are invited to enjoy an afternoon of fall fun for a cause at the Pups & Pumpkins fundraiser benefiting Blazin’ Trails Bottle Babies Rescue. The event will take place Saturday, November 8, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Planet Peace Farm, located at 6121 Forestville Road. A…… read more »
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Blazin’ Trails Bottle Babies Hosts Pups & Pumpkins Fundraiser to Support Puppy Rescue Efforts
United Way of Wayne County Mobilizes Emergency Food Support for SNAP Recipients
ALTA Foods Leads $5,000 Challenge Campaign Amid Federal Shutdown Uncertainty GOLDSBORO, N.C. — United Way of Wayne County is launching an emergency fundraising initiative to support local families receiving SNAP benefits who may face interruptions due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. The relief effort comes as concerns mount over potential disruptions to the Supplemental…… read more »
Governor Stein Announces Nearly $18 Million in Contributions for North Carolina Food Assistance
State and private donors mobilize as federal SNAP benefits face suspension NORTH CAROLINA — Governor Josh Stein announced that North Carolina will provide $10 million to local food banks across the state as federal nutrition assistance programs face unprecedented disruption. The state’s contribution is part of a broader $18 million relief effort that includes $5…… read more »
United Way of Wayne County Mobilizes Emergency Response to Potential SNAP Benefits Pause
Local Organization Calls on Community Stakeholders for Support Amid Government Shutdown Concerns WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The United Way of Wayne County is launching an emergency food assistance initiative in response to widespread community concerns about the potential pause of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits during the ongoing government shutdown uncertainty. ALTA Foods Issues…… read more »
Smithfield Foods Invests $150,000 in Local Food Banks Across 22 States to Combat Food Insecurity
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Smithfield Foods has announced a $150,000 donation to 30 food banks across 22 states, reinforcing the company’s continued commitment to combating food insecurity in the communities it serves. Commitment to Supporting Local Communities The donation aims to bolster hunger relief efforts in areas where Smithfield operates, providing much-needed assistance to families and…… read more »
New Women’s Reentry Center Opens in Durham to Support Justice-Involved Residents
Jubilee Home Provides Housing and Resources for Women Transitioning from Incarceration NORTH CAROLINA — North Carolina First Lady Anna Stein joined officials from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services on Thursday to celebrate the opening of Jubilee Home, a new reentry facility dedicated to supporting women as they transition back into their…… read more »
212 North Carolina Schools Approved for Federal Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program
All Applicants Selected for 2025-26 School Year Initiative NORTH CAROLINA — The North Carolina State Board of Education has approved 212 elementary schools across the state to participate in the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) for the 2025-26 school year. In a notable achievement, every North Carolina school that submitted an application was selected…… read more »
$575,000 Awarded to Eastern North Carolina Nonprofit Programs by NCCF
NORTH CAROLINA — The North Carolina Community Foundation has awarded $575,000 in grants across eastern North Carolina from the Louise Oriole Burevitch Endowment, marking the eighth annual application-based cycle supporting vital community programs throughout the region. Supporting Education, Health, and Human Services The endowment provides funding to nonprofit programs focusing on education, health, and human…… read more »
Wayne Community College Hosts Re-Entry Program Event to Support Justice-Impacted Individuals
Event Features Job Fair, Skills Workshops, and Dress for Success Mobile Unit GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College is hosting a comprehensive Re-Entry Program event this Wednesday, October 29th, designed to help justice-impacted individuals successfully transition back into the workforce and community. Program Overview The Re-Entry Program, led by Renita Dawson, Vice President of Workforce…… read more »
Thousands Expected for Annual Goldsboro Christmas Parade on December 6
Annual Holiday Tradition to Light Up Downtown Goldsboro GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce has announced the return of the Goldsboro Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, December 6, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. EST. The beloved annual event will take place in Downtown Goldsboro, with festivities centered around The Hub at 100…… read more »
