Category Archives: Local News
Wayne County Meth Trafficker Sentenced to 30 Years in Federal Prison
NEW BERN, N.C. - A Wayne County man convicted of operating a large-scale methamphetamine trafficking operation has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison following a federal investigation that u...
Jul 16, 2026
Dudley Man Charged with Eight Counts of Obtaining Property by False Pretense in SECU Fraud Investigation
WAYNE COUNTY, NC - A Dudley man is facing multiple felony charges following an investigation into unauthorized transfers from a State Employees' Credit Union (SECU) account, according to the Wayne Cou...
Jul 15, 2026
NCDOT Launches New Interactive Map to Help North Carolinians Track Transportation Projects
RALEIGH, NC - The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has unveiled a new interactive online tool that gives residents an easier way to track transportation projects happening across th...
Jul 15, 2026
PET OF THE WEEK: Pancake powered by Jackson & Sons
Looking for a sweet new addition to your family? Pancake may be the perfect pup for you! This week's WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons, features Pancake, a beautiful 7-month-old femal...
Jul 15, 2026
Fremont Man Arrested on Multiple Cocaine Charges Following Drug Task Force Investigation
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. - A Fremont man has been arrested on multiple cocaine-related charges following an investigation by the Goldsboro/Wayne County Drug Task Force. According to authorities, members of ...
Jul 14, 2026
Congressman Don Davis Honors Goldsboro Native Major Alexander Davis on U.S. House Floor
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) paid tribute on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to Major Alexander "SMO" Davis, a Goldsboro native who was among eight Airmen killed in ...
Jul 14, 2026
Mount Olive Town Hall Meeting Set for July 29
MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. - Residents are invited to attend an upcoming Town Hall Meeting aimed at sharing ideas, building community and encouraging growth in Mount Olive. The Town of Mount Olive will host th...
Jul 13, 2026
Foundation of WCC Invitational Raises Record-Breaking Funds for Students
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - The Foundation of Wayne Community College's 34th annual Invitational generated the highest fundraising total in the event's history. This year's Invitational produced $209,739 for st...
Jul 13, 2026
Spring Creek Graduate Sarah Gurley Named 2026 Jack E. Kannan Arts Education Scholarship Recipient
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. - Spring Creek High School graduate Sarah Gurley has been named the 2026 recipient of the Jack E. Kannan Arts Education Scholarship. The scholarship was established to recognize a g...
Jul 12, 2026
United Way of Wayne County Opens 2027 Grant Funding Opportunity for Local Nonprofits
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. - United Way of Wayne County is inviting eligible nonprofit organizations to apply for funding through its 2027 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), with application materials beco...
Jul 10, 2026