Category Archives: Local News
Teen Leads Deputies on Chase Through Two Towns in Stolen Vehicle
Pikeville, N.C. - A 17-year-old male is facing multiple felony charges following a series of incidents involving vehicle theft, attempted break-ins, and a high-speed pursuit through Wayne County towns...
Jun 22, 2025
NC Secretary of State Spotlights Rural Business Growth at Goldsboro Roundtable
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - North Carolina Secretary of State Elaine F. Marshall will visit Goldsboro on Tuesday, June 24, for a special Small Business Roundtable aimed at empowering rural entrepreneurs and hig...
Jun 21, 2025
Stop for Safety, Not for Selfies: NCDOT Urges Caution Around Wildflowers
RALEIGH, N.C. - The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has released its latest updates as part of its NCDOT Now weekly newscast. Highlights this week include a seasonal safety reminde...
Jun 21, 2025
Save Your Summer Tomatoes: Spot and Stop Common Garden Issues
Gardening Tips: Watch Out for Common Tomato ProblemsBy Jessica Strickland, Wayne County Horticulture Extension AgentAs summer approaches, gardeners across Wayne County are eagerly anticipating that fi...
Jun 21, 2025
Rep. Don Davis Introduces Bill to Modernize Seymour Johnson AFB and Strengthen National Defense
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - In a move aimed at reinforcing national defense and securing the future of Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) unveiled new legislation Wednesday to upgrade...
Jun 20, 2025
Pikeville Police Find Cocaine During Court Order Service, Issue Felony Warrants
PIKEVILLE, N.C. — On June 13, 2025, at approximately 12:53 a.m., Pikeville Police Department officers responded to a call to serve a court order.Resident Taken into CustodyUpon arrival, officers...
Jun 20, 2025
Social Security Trust Funds Face Depletion by 2034 Without Congressional Action, Annual Trustees Report Warns
WASHINGTON D.C. — The Social Security Board of Trustees released its annual report today, offering a sobering update on the financial future of the nation's most critical safety net program. Acc...
Jun 19, 2025
Cards, Community, and Connection: Councilwoman Brandi Matthews Hosts “UNO & Uplift” Event to Empower Youth and Families
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — This Friday, District 4 Councilwoman Brandi Matthews is proving that sometimes, the best way to build stronger communities starts with a deck of UNO cards.Her latest event, "UN...
Jun 19, 2025
Goldsboro City Council Approves $93.68M Budget for FY 2025-26 with Focus on Revitalization, Crime Reduction, and Infrastructure
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Goldsboro City Council has officially adopted its Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget, approving a comprehensive $93.68 million financial plan that prioritizes economic revitaliza...
Jun 19, 2025
Saving Goldsboro’s Youth: A Bold New Approach to Gang Prevention
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - In recent years, concerns about gang formation and violence have risen sharply in Goldsboro and the surrounding Wayne County. Local leaders and organizations are taking a closer look...
Jun 19, 2025