MOUNT OLIVE – The University of Mount Olive (UMO) celebrated more than 175 graduates during its December 2025 Commencement Ceremony held at Kornegay Arena. With family, friends, faculty, and University leaders in attendance, the ceremony marked a milestone moment for graduates stepping into the next chapter of their lives. It was an especially meaningful day for…… read more »
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UMO Celebrates Over 175 Graduates and Honors Top Scholars
Holiday “Booze It & Lose It” Campaign Targets Impaired Driving Across North Carolina
Local and state officials are intensifying efforts to keep North Carolina roadways safe during the busy holiday travel season with the launch of the Governor’s Highway Safety Program’s Holiday “Booze It & Lose It” campaign. The statewide initiative focuses on reducing drunk and drug-impaired driving through heightened law enforcement and public awareness. From now through…… read more »
Mount Olive Rallies Late to Top North Greenville, 84–80
IGERVILLE, S.C. — The University of Mount Olive men’s basketball team showcased poise and resilience Saturday afternoon, rallying from a double-digit deficit to earn an 84–80 Conference Carolinas road victory over North Greenville at Hayes Gymnasium. The Trojans weathered a tightly contested first half that included seven lead changes and three ties. Mount Olive leaned…… read more »
Goldsboro Man Charged With Multiple Sexual Offenses Following Multi-Victim Investigation
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A Goldsboro man is facing numerous felony charges following an investigation into allegations of sexual crimes involving multiple victims, including juveniles. According to investigators, a report of indecent liberties with a child was filed on Aug. 11, 2025. During the course of the investigation, Demias Ashuan Williams-Turnage was identified as a suspect,…… read more »
Leadership Wayne Class Partners with Blessing Box, GOLDsboro to Fight Food Insecurity in Wayne County
Goldsboro, N.C. — The Leadership Wayne Class of 2025–2026 proudly announces its partnership with the Blessing Box, GOLDsboro as this year’s community impact project. This initiative focuses on combating food insecurity and supporting families throughout Wayne County. Founded in 2017, the Blessing Box, GOLDsboro provides free, easily accessible food and personal care items to community…… read more »
New Health Plan Aims to Lower Health Care Costs for Wayne County Small Businesses
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Small businesses in Wayne County now have access to a new, more affordable health insurance option through a partnership between the NC Chamber and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC). The plan, called Carolina HealthWorks, is available to small businesses with 2 to 50 employees that…… read more »
Wayne County Woman Pleads Guilty to Defrauding $102,000 in SNAP Benefits
WILMINGTON, N.C. — A Wayne County woman has pleaded guilty in federal court to stealing more than $100,000 in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of North Carolina. Shermeca McCrary, 46, admitted to theft of government property for her role in a multi-year fraud scheme…… read more »
UNC Health Wayne Launches New Nursing Scholarship Program at UMO
MOUNT OLIVE – UNC Health Wayne has partnered with the University of Mount Olive (UMO) to launch a new Nursing Scholarship Program designed to ease the financial burden for aspiring nurses and strengthen the healthcare workforce in Wayne County and the surrounding region. At this time, UMO is the only institution with access to this…… read more »
Wayne County Travel Advisor Selected to Attend Prestigious Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards in New York City
Goldsboro, NC — Mallory Dumond, a professional travel advisor and concierge planner, was invited to attend the renowned Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards held in Manhattan, New York City. This exclusive, industry-leading event recognized excellence across the global travel landscape, honoring the top destinations, suppliers, and travel professionals of the year. Dumond received the distinguished invitation…… read more »
WCC, Montreat College Sign Transfer Agreement for Cybersecurity Program
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College’s Cybersecurity graduates now have a direct transfer pathway to Montreat College.WCC and Montreat College School of Adult and Graduate Studies (AGS) signed a transfer agreement that allows students who graduate from WCC with an Associate of Applied Science in Cybersecurity to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree through the…… read more »
