As we gather with family and friends to celebrate this season of gratitude, the team here wants to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a very Happy Thanksgiving! Whether you’re enjoying a hearty meal, sharing memories, or simply taking time to relax, we hope this holiday brings warmth and happiness to…… read more »
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Wishing You a Safe and Joyful Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Travel, Click It or Ticket, Watch for Deer
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is temporarily suspending most construction along major highways to facilitate smoother travel during the holiday season. Work on interstates, U.S. routes, and key state routes will be halted until the evening of December 2 to keep lanes open. Drivers traveling to or from Tennessee should note that Interstate…… read more »
Two Arrested in Dudley Break-In and Larceny Investigation; One Suspect Escapes Custody Briefly
On November 11, 2024, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office launched an investigation after receiving a report of Breaking and Entering and Larceny in the Genoa Road area of Dudley, NC. Authorities discovered that several buildings, including a residence, had been broken into on multiple occasions. The investigation led to the identification of two suspects, James…… read more »
C.B. Aycock Drum Major to March in Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade
PIKEVILLE — Somewhere between fear of the unknown and our wildest dreams lies the courage necessary to turn those dreams into a reality.
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PET OF THE WEEK: Reebok Powered by Jackson & Sons
This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons features Reebok. Meet Reebok, a playful 4-month-old male domestic shorthair kitten ready to find his forever home! With his adorable white coat and charming grey and black stripes on his head and tail, Reebok is as cute as can be. He’s full of…… read more »
Seven Springs Holds Annual Christmas Parade
SEVEN SPRINGS — Downtown Seven Springs with lined with eager parade-goers on Saturday afternoon for the annual Seven Springs Christmas parade. … read more »
Awards Presented at Annual Wayne County Farm City Banquet
The annual Wayne County Farm City banquet was held on Monday evening and this year’s inductees were announced for the Wayne County Agricultural Hall of Fame and the Outstanding Woman in Agriculture.
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Five Guys Cuts Ribbon on Berkeley Boulevard Location
Five Guys, Goldsboro’s newest restaurant, officially cut the ribbon on its location at 602B N. Berkeley Blvd on Tuesday morning. … read more »
County of Wayne Announces Closings for Thanksgiving
The County of Wayne has announced the following closings in observance of Thanksgiving: … read more »
Princeton Company Unafraid to Take Different Approach in Ag Industry
PRINCETON — Jaco and Cindy Van Der Westhuizen are living examples that rarely does great success come without great risks and significant challenges.… read more »
