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Wayne County Food Manufacturer Among Grant Recipients in North Carolina Agricultural Initiative

Wayne County Food Manufacturer Among Grant Recipients in North Carolina Agricultural Initiative

A Wayne County food manufacturer is one of several businesses awarded a grant from the second round of funding through the North Carolina Agricultural Manufacturing and Processing Initiative (NCAMPI), announced by Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. The $6.6 million in grants aim to expand current operations, promoting the use of more North Carolina farm products while…read more »

WCC to Send “Warmth for the West” to Blue Ridge Community College

WCC to Send “Warmth for the West” to Blue Ridge Community College

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College is collecting items for Blue Ridge Community College to continue aiding in relief from the devastation of Hurricane Helene.Through its “Warmth for the West” campaign, WCC is accepting new cold-weather items to be sent to those in Western North Carolina who are still recovering from the aftermath of the…read more »

George Whitfield to Host 52nd Annual Baseball Clinic at Wayne Community College

George Whitfield to Host 52nd Annual Baseball Clinic at Wayne Community College

Baseball icon George Whitfield is preparing to host the 52nd Annual Baseball Clinic, a longstanding tradition in North Carolina’s baseball community. Since its inception in 1972, Whitfield’s clinic has become a key event, drawing some of the state’s top coaches and community leaders, all eager to share their expertise with young players striving to improve…read more »

Wayne UNC Health Announces First Baby of 2025

Wayne UNC Health Announces First Baby of 2025

The first baby of the year has arrived at UNC Health Wayne, bringing joy and excitement to the hospital. Malachi, a healthy baby boy, was born at 2:09 AM on New Year’s Day. Weighing 8 pounds and measuring 20 inches long, Malachi is the proud son of Michaela Bechard. The Bechard family is also celebrating…read more »

PET OF THE WEEK: Jellybean Powered By Jackson & Sons

PET OF THE WEEK: Jellybean
Powered By Jackson & Sons

Meet Jellybean – Your New Best Friend! This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons features a sweet and lovable dog looking for her “furever” home. Jellybean is a one-year-old female Coonhound, Bluetick Mix, with a sleek black coat that shines like the night sky, adorned with a beautiful streak of…read more »

January Gardening Tips

January Gardening Tips

As the holiday season is now behind us, many gardeners begin to dream of warm spring days when we can spend more time in our gardens. Take advantage of January to plan and prepare for the gardening season. General Garden Tips: Lawn Trees, Shrubs and Flowers Early in the New Year, winter-flowering camellias (Camellia japonica)…read more »

A Look Back at 2024

A Look Back at 2024

As the clock ticks down to the final moments of 2024, we come together to bid farewell to a year full of challenges, triumphs, and unforgettable memories. Goldsboro Daily News takes a look back at some of our memories of 2024. Photos by GDN Photographer Bobby Williamsread more »

Wayne County EMS and Sheriff’s Office Partner to Improve Cardiac Arrest Response

Wayne County EMS and Sheriff’s Office Partner to Improve Cardiac Arrest Response

Wayne County, NC – Wayne County EMS and the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office have teamed up to reduce response times for cardiac arrests. The County recently supported the purchase of 20 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) to be placed in Sheriff’s Office vehicles, enabling deputies to assist when they are closest to a 911 caller’s location. In…read more »

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