Category Archives: Local News
City Council Reviews FY2027 Budget Priorities, No Tax Increase Proposed
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - The Goldsboro City Council has begun early discussions on the fiscal year 2027 budget, highlighting a plan that aims to maintain services while avoiding a property tax increase. Duri...
Apr 28, 2026
Pikeville Leader Named to Regional Advisory Council to Guide Eastern NC Philanthropy
RALEIGH, N.C. - A Wayne County leader is stepping into a key regional role aimed at strengthening nonprofit impact across Eastern North Carolina. Camber Foundation announced Tuesday the formation of i...
Apr 28, 2026
Wayne County Volunteers Honored; Local Group Earns State's Highest Service Recognition
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Community leaders and residents gathered in Goldsboro to celebrate the spirit of service as this year's Governor's Volunteer Service Award recipients were recognized for their dedica...
Apr 28, 2026
Wayne County Schools Earn Purple Star Honors; Local Leader Recognized for Military Family Advocacy
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. - Schools across Wayne County are being recognized for their commitment to supporting military-connected students, as part of North Carolina's growing Purple Star Award initiative. ...
Apr 28, 2026
Carolina Sound Makes its Mark Placing Third in the ICCA Finals Global Stage
MOUNT OLIVE, NC - Carolina Sound, the premier a cappella ensemble from the University of Mount Olive, earned a third-place finish at the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) Fina...
Apr 27, 2026
Wayne County Woman Sentenced to Prison for $102,000 SNAP Fraud Scheme
WILMINGTON, N.C. - A Wayne County woman has been sentenced to federal prison for her role in a scheme that stole more than $100,000 in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Chief ...
Apr 27, 2026
Weekend Rain Falls Short as Drought Persists; Statewide Burn Ban Remains in Effect
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Rain that moved through eastern North Carolina over the weekend brought only limited relief to an ongoing drought, with state officials warning that much more precipitation is needed...
Apr 27, 2026
Alando Mitchell Named Executive Director of Caswell Center Foundation in Kinston
KINSTON, N.C. - Longtime community leader and youth mentor Alando Mitchell has been named the new Executive Director of the Caswell Center Foundation, bringing decades of experience in human services,...
Apr 27, 2026
Wayne Community College Instructor Earns Prestigious State Forestry Certification
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - A Wayne Community College instructor has achieved a significant professional milestone, earning certification from the North Carolina State Board of Registration for Foresters. Prest...
Apr 27, 2026
First Presbyterian Church of Goldsboro Hosting Community Blood Drive May 5
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - First Presbyterian Church of Goldsboro is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a community blood drive on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, to help meet ongoing blood supply needs. The...
Apr 26, 2026