FLORENCE, S.C. (April 16) – In a tight Conference Carolinas match Wednesday afternoon, the University of Mount Olive men’s tennis team came up just short in a 4-3 loss to Francis Marion University. The defeat drops the Trojans to 8-9 overall and 5-2 in the league, while the Patriots improve to 11-6 and 7-2 in…… read more »
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Mount Olive Men’s Tennis Falls Just Short in 4-3 Battle Against Francis Marion
Annual Free Chlorine Conversion and Water Line Flushing Program Begins May 7
Goldsboro, N.C. — Beginning Wednesday, May 7, the City of Goldsboro Water Treatment Plant will temporarily modify its water disinfection process by stopping the use of ammonia and switching to chlorine-only treatment. This change will last for approximately six weeks, with ammonia being reintroduced into the process on Wednesday, June 18. Under normal operations, the…… read more »
A Facebook Page, a New Kidney, and a New Life: A Story of Hope and Kindness Just in Time for National Donate Life Month
Goldsboro NC — In a world that sometimes feels short on good news, one story shines a light on the incredible power of resilience, generosity, and the human spirit — all sparked by a simple social media post. Albert Jeffries, (AlJ,) has never had it easy. Born with a serious heart condition called dilated cardiomyopathy,…… read more »
Structure Fire Contained Quickly in Goldsboro; One Resident Injured
Goldsboro, NC — April 17, 2025, a fire broke out Thursday afternoon at an apartment unit on Longleaf Avenue in Goldsboro, prompting a swift response from local emergency crews. Goldsboro Fire Department units were dispatched to 708-3 Longleaf Avenue at 2:56 p.m., arriving on scene just three minutes later to find flames and smoke rising…… read more »
Congressman Don Davis will be Honoring Student Artists at 2025 Congressional Art Competition Ceremony
ROCKY MOUNT, NC — Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) will host a special ceremony on Saturday, April 19, 2025, to recognize the winners of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition at his Rocky Mount District Office. The event will begin at 9:00 AM and will showcase the creative talents of high school students from across North Carolina’s…… read more »
Wayne County Announces Schedule Changes for Good Friday Observance
Wayne County, NC — In observance of Good Friday, several Wayne County government services and facilities will adjust their schedules this week. Officials encourage residents to plan accordingly for these closures and wish everyone a safe and meaningful Good Friday and Easter weekend.… read more »
Local Businesses, Public Departments Honored for Outstanding Safety Records at Goldsboro Banquet
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley recognized more than 70 employers and public departments from the Goldsboro region for exceptional workplace safety records during the annual Safety Awards Banquet held Wednesday, April 16, at Walnut Creek Country Club. Hosted in partnership with the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce, the banquet honored recipients…… read more »
Goldsboro Goes Bald for a Cause: Elks Lodge Raises $36K for Childhood Cancer Research
Goldsboro, NC – If you ever wondered what is in the heart of Goldsboro, the recent success of the Elks Lodge’s St. Baldrick’s “Cuts for Cures” event might just convince you otherwise. On a day filled with compassion, community, and clippers, over 500 people came out for research into childhood cancer at the Goldsboro Elks Lodge. In a bald (and bold) show of solidarity, 25 individuals went bald and raised awareness and dollars for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation. The result? A staggering $36,000 raised — close to twice the original goal. “No, that’s…… read more »
Lönnqvist Makes History as Mount Olive Finishes Runner-Up at Conference Carolinas Championship
Freshman Oscar Lönnqvist made history for the University of Mount Olive (UMO) by winning individual medalist honors at the Conference Carolinas Championship on April 15, becoming just the third golfer in program history — and the first freshman — to do so. He finished with a three-under 213 over 54 holes (71-70-72), totaling 12 birdies…… read more »
Wayne and Johnston Community Colleges Partner to Offer AI Degree Program
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Students at Johnston Community College (JCC) can earn a degree in artificial intelligence (AI) at Wayne Community College through a new partnership between the two schools. Through their Instructional Service Agreement (ISA), WCC has been approved to offer AI classes online to JCC students after they have completed their first-year general education…… read more »
