GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College will honor the memory of fallen first responders with its annual 9/11 Tribute Stair Climb on Thursday, September 11, marking the 23rd anniversary of the terrorist attacks that claimed nearly 3,000 lives. The commemorative event, organized by WCC’s Public Safety Division, will begin at 9 a.m. on the exterior…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The North Johnston Panthers delivered a commanding performance Friday night, crushing the host Rosewood Eagles 45-6 at Branch Pope Field in what was billed as one of the area’s most compelling high school football matchups of the season. The game, which served as the Pittman Agner Law High School Football Game of…… read more »
Commissioner Bisignano Unveils New Organizational Structure Focused on Operational Excellence NORTH CAROLINA – Social Security Administration (SSA) Commissioner Frank J. Bisignano announced significant changes to the agency’s executive leadership team and organizational structure today, aimed at strengthening accountability, improving performance, and modernizing service delivery for Americans nationwide. The restructuring comes as the agency continues to…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College has earned significant recognition in Niche’s latest rankings, placing second among North Carolina’s community colleges and 13th nationally in the platform’s 2026 Best Community Colleges lists. The rankings, released by the online education platform that connects students and families with educational institutions, highlight WCC’s commitment to academic excellence and…… read more »
By Jessica Strickland, Wayne County Horticulture Extension Agent As summer transitions into fall, September presents gardeners with a crucial window for preparing their landscapes for the cooler months ahead. According to local horticulture experts, this month offers ideal conditions for establishing winter crops, maintaining lawns, and ensuring plants are ready for the seasonal shift. Lawn…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Comedian Jonathan David Reep, known professionally as Jon Reep, who was announced to be performing tonight at the Paramount Theatre located Downtown, has been arrested on multiple felony charges related to the sexual exploitation of minors, according to the Hickory Police Department. The 53-year-old Hickory native was taken into custody Friday and…… read more »
The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce Takes Over Event Organization GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The annual Taste of Wayne event took place in downtown Goldsboro at the Hub, marking a significant transition in event leadership. This year, The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce assumed responsibility for organizing the popular community gathering, taking over from The United…… read more »
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina has launched a comprehensive public archive containing nearly 5 million internal Juul Labs documents, providing unprecedented insight into the marketing strategies and business practices that contributed to widespread youth vaping addiction. The Juul Labs Document Repository, developed through a partnership between the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services,…… read more »
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – The Johnston Medical Mall will welcome community members to a comprehensive Fall Health and Wellness Fair this Saturday, September 6, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDT. The event, hosted by Coates Hearing Clinic, promises to deliver valuable health resources and wellness education to attendees at no cost. The fair will take…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The USO North Carolina will bring high-speed gaming action to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base this Saturday evening with a free Mario Kart tournament designed to provide entertainment and friendly competition for military personnel. The gaming event, scheduled for September 6 from 10 p.m. to midnight, will take place at the USO…… read more »
