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PET OF THE WEEK: Kahuna Powered by Jackson & Sons

PET OF THE WEEK: Kahuna
Powered by Jackson & Sons

This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons, spotlights Kahuna, a truly special feline ready to find his forever home! Kahuna is a 1-year-old Domestic Shorthair mix with a soft, white-and-black coat and a heart as big as his purr. Sweet, friendly, and absolutely beautiful, Kahuna charms everyone he meets with his gentle…read more »

“Wings Over Wayne” Air Show Soars Back to Goldsboro This Weekend Thousands Expected for NC’s Largest Free Air Show at Seymour Johnson AFB

“Wings Over Wayne” Air Show Soars Back to Goldsboro This Weekend Thousands Expected for NC’s Largest Free Air Show at Seymour Johnson AFB

Goldsboro, NC – (April 30) — The skies over Goldsboro are about to come alive as the popular “Wings Over Wayne” air show returns to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base this weekend, May 3-4. Drawing more than 200,000 spectators from across North Carolina and beyond, the biennial event is the state’s largest free air show…read more »

Wayne Community College Opens Registration for Summer and Fall 2025 Semesters

Wayne Community College Opens Registration for Summer and Fall 2025 Semesters

Goldsboro, N.C. – Wayne Community College (WCC) is now accepting registrations for its upcoming summer and fall 2025 college credit courses. Both new and returning students can enroll through the college’s website or in person at the WCC campus, located at 3000 Wayne Memorial Drive in Goldsboro. The summer session kicks off on May 21…read more »

First Responders Memorial in Honor of K9 Lark’s Years of Service

First Responders Memorial in Honor of K9 Lark’s Years of Service

Goldsboro, N.C .– On Tuesday, April 29, the Goldsboro Police Department held a First Responders Memorial at Wayne Community College honoring the life and service of K9 Lark, a German Shepherd who served with the Goldsboro Police Department. Many of first responders, students, and community members gathered to pay tribute to the loyal and courageous…read more »

Volunteers Needed for Annual “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive on May 10

Volunteers Needed for Annual “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive on May 10

Goldsboro, NC – (April 30, 2025) — One of the nation’s largest single-day food drives is coming to Goldsboro, and volunteers are urgently needed to help make it a success. The “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive will take place on Saturday, May 10, 2025, across multiple locations in the community. This vital event helps collect…read more »

Social Security Administration Unveils Sweeping Reforms, Billions in Savings in First 100 Days

Social Security Administration Unveils Sweeping Reforms, Billions in Savings in First 100 Days

Washington, D.C. — The Social Security Administration (SSA) today released a detailed summary of its key accomplishments during the first 100 days of President Donald Trump’s second term, highlighting major strides in customer service, operational efficiency, and program integrity. According to Acting Commissioner Lee Dudek, SSA has embraced the administration’s mandate to modernize services, eliminate…read more »

NC Values Coalition Hosts Press Conference Backing Women’s Safety Bill, Detransitioner Legal Protections

NC Values Coalition Hosts Press Conference Backing Women’s Safety Bill, Detransitioner Legal Protections

Raleigh, N.C. – (April 29, 2025) — The NC Values Coalition will host a press conference on Wednesday, April 30, at 9:30 a.m. at the North Carolina Legislative Building in Assembly Area #2, rallying support for two bills focused on women’s safety and the rights of individuals who have detransitioned after undergoing gender transition procedures.…read more »

Yanmar Expands Partnership with ASEAN Football Federation, Donates to Earthquake Relief

Yanmar Expands Partnership with ASEAN Football Federation, Donates to Earthquake Relief

Osaka, Japan – (April 29th) Anmar Holdings has officially announced its expanded sponsorship of the ASEAN Football Federation (AFF), becoming the official partner of four major national and club competitions across Southeast Asia. The partnership includes the ASEAN Championship™, ASEAN Club Championship Shopee Cup™, ASEAN MSIG Serenity Cup™, and ASEAN U-23 Championship™, collectively branded as…read more »

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