GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A 79-year-old man remains in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle Friday evening in Goldsboro, according to local police. The crash occurred at approximately 8:14 p.m. on September 13, 2025, on West Grantham Street. Officers from the Goldsboro Police Department’s Patrol Division responded to the scene immediately following reports of…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A 58-year-old Goldsboro woman remains in critical condition after being shot inside her home early Saturday morning, prompting an attempted first-degree murder investigation by local police. The Goldsboro Police Department responded to a ShotSpotter alert at approximately 6:49 a.m. on September 14, 2025, on Wilmington Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered Allison Seiler…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A 45-year-old woman in a wheelchair was killed Thursday morning when she and another wheelchair-bound pedestrian were struck by a vehicle on South John Street, according to the Goldsboro Police Department. The fatal accident occurred at approximately 9:44 a.m. on South John Street. Officers from the Patrol Division responded to the scene…… read more »
14-Year-Old Hannah Drake Builds Community Furniture for Silver Award Project GOLDSBORO, N.C. — When 14-year-old Hannah Drake noticed a classmate in a wheelchair consistently being seated at the end of tables while his friends had to rearrange themselves around him, she decided to take action. The result prioritizes inclusion by placing the wheelchair space in…… read more »
RALEIGH, N.C. — The Wake County Historical Society will present a special educational program on Monday, September 15, examining the ongoing development of North Carolina’s first dedicated National Guard museum. The event, titled “Service, Sacrifice, and Heritage: Creating the NC National Guard Museum,” will feature Staff Sergeant Gary C. Spencer discussing the ambitious project to…… read more »
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Transportation this week emphasized storm preparedness as peak hurricane season continues, while highlighting unique transportation services including a ferry-assisted school bus route and announcing the launch of its biannual litter cleanup campaign. Peak Storm Season Demands Continued Vigilance North Carolina has faced significant challenges from multiple tropical…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Wayne County Board of Education has announced meeting dates for four of its standing committees, with sessions scheduled to take place next week at the district’s central offices. The committee meetings will be held in the boardroom of Wayne County Public Schools Central Services, located at 2001 E. Royall Avenue in…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Charles B. Aycock Falcons delivered a dominant performance Friday night, blanking the visiting Goldsboro Cougars 42-0 in what was billed as the Pittman Agner Law High School Game of the Week. The Cougars entered the contest searching for their first victory of the 2025 season, but found themselves overwhelmed by a…… read more »
Wayne County Extension Agent emphasizes importance of early soil preparation for next year’s growing season By Jessica Strickland, Wayne County Horticulture Extension Agent GOLDSBORO, N.C. — With the growing season winding down, Wayne County gardeners are being encouraged to take advantage of free soil testing services now available through the North Carolina Department of Agriculture…… read more »
State Leaders Celebrate Progress, Outline Future Plans to Address Healthcare Worker Crisis RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina officials announced significant progress in addressing the state’s caregiving workforce shortage during a Thursday meeting of the NC Caregiving Workforce Strategic Leadership Council, while acknowledging that critical shortages continue to threaten healthcare delivery across the state. The council,…… read more »
