Category Archives: Local News
WCC Opens Employment Lab
Wayne Community College has established a lab to assist members of the public who are seeking employment.The W.E.L.L. (WCC Employment Learning Lab) opened Monday, Aug. 31.It will provide assistance wi...
Sep 01, 2020
La Grange Man Accused Of Dealing Marijuana
An investigation by the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Unit led to the arrest of Anthony L. Morgan of La Grange on Wednesday. During the investigation, detectives reportedly made multiple co...
Sep 01, 2020
UMO Students Urged To Chose Faith Over Fear
Fear of the unknown has never been more real than it is right now. COVID-19 has people fearful for their lives, their incomes, and their futures.University of Mount Olive Director of Campus Ministries...
Sep 01, 2020
September Gardening Tips
As fall is just around the corner, September is a great time to start prepping your garden for cooler weather. Use these gardening tips below to enjoy being in the garden this fall:Lawn Do not apply a...
Aug 31, 2020
Council Approves New Sculptures For Downtown
In an annual affair, Downtown Goldsboro will welcome a new round of public art.Nine sculptures were selected by the Public Art Steering Committee for the downtown Center Street area this year.However,...
Aug 31, 2020
Alzheimer’s Association To Host Statewide Dementia Education Conference
Based on the guidance from local public health agencies regarding COVID-19, the Alzheimer's Association's annual Dementia Education Conference will now be offered as a virtual option and will be free ...
Aug 31, 2020
First Responder Appreciation Day
(GDN)–They are the unsung heroes that take care of us in times of need. This Saturday from 11 AM to 1 PM, State Farm Insurance, The Wayne County Cooperative Extension, and Curtis Media Group hav...
Aug 28, 2020
Athletes of the Week: Lucas Barfield
Lucas Barfield has forged quite a reputation for himself during his high school career.Last season as a junior, Barfield was named a team captain on the football and basketball teams.Barfield certainl...
Aug 28, 2020
Shooting Incident & Arrest
Goldsboro Police officers responded to the 100 block of N. Georgia Avenue n August 23rd at approximately 10:20 PM, to investigate a Shotspotter alert. Soon after, a report of a subject being shot was ...
Aug 26, 2020
Wayne County BOE To Hold Special Called Meeting
The Wayne County Board of Education will hold a Special Called Meeting on Friday, August 28, at 11:30 a.m. in the Boardroom of the WCPS Central Services on Royall Avenue. The purpose of the meeting is...
Aug 26, 2020