SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Smithfield Foods has announced a $150,000 donation to 30 food banks across 22 states, reinforcing the company’s continued commitment to combating food insecurity in the communities it serves. Commitment to Supporting Local Communities The donation aims to bolster hunger relief efforts in areas where Smithfield operates, providing much-needed assistance to families and…… read more »
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Smithfield Foods Invests $150,000 in Local Food Banks Across 22 States to Combat Food Insecurity
New Women’s Reentry Center Opens in Durham to Support Justice-Involved Residents
Jubilee Home Provides Housing and Resources for Women Transitioning from Incarceration NORTH CAROLINA — North Carolina First Lady Anna Stein joined officials from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services on Thursday to celebrate the opening of Jubilee Home, a new reentry facility dedicated to supporting women as they transition back into their…… read more »
Plant Spring Bulbs This Fall for a Colorful Garden
By Jessica Strickland, Wayne County Horticulture Extension Agent Welcome Spring with Fall Planting Many gardeners incorporate spring-flowering bulbs into their landscapes to enjoy the first vibrant colors of the season. However, the optimal time to plant these bulbs—late fall—arrives when spring feels like a distant memory and you wouldn’t typically be thinking about spring color.…… read more »
Game of the Week: C.B. Aycock Golden Falcons Soar Past Southern Wayne Saints in Conference ClashGame of the Week:
Thursday Night Lights in Pikeville PIKEVILLE, N.C. — The Pittman Agner Law High School Football Game of the Week brought plenty of excitement Thursday night as the C.B. Aycock Golden Falcons hosted the Southern Wayne Saints in a key Big East 5A/6A Conference matchup. Fans filled the stands in Pikeville, eager to see two familiar…… read more »
Adam Pate Steps Down, Leaves Wayne County Post 11 Baseball Program Better Off
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Outgoing Wayne County Coach Adam Pate said he wanted to return the Post 11 baseball program in Wayne County to normalcy when he took over as head coach in 2018. Most would say he did a lot more than that. 199 wins, 3 State Title Appearances and a state title would certainly…… read more »
212 North Carolina Schools Approved for Federal Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program
All Applicants Selected for 2025-26 School Year Initiative NORTH CAROLINA — The North Carolina State Board of Education has approved 212 elementary schools across the state to participate in the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) for the 2025-26 school year. In a notable achievement, every North Carolina school that submitted an application was selected…… read more »
$575,000 Awarded to Eastern North Carolina Nonprofit Programs by NCCF
NORTH CAROLINA — The North Carolina Community Foundation has awarded $575,000 in grants across eastern North Carolina from the Louise Oriole Burevitch Endowment, marking the eighth annual application-based cycle supporting vital community programs throughout the region. Supporting Education, Health, and Human Services The endowment provides funding to nonprofit programs focusing on education, health, and human…… read more »
Sunrise Kiwanis Supports Ronald McDonald House with $600 Donation
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Sunrise Kiwanis recently presented a $600 donation to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern North Carolina, continuing the service organization’s commitment to supporting families in need throughout the community. The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern NC serves as a vital resource for families facing the challenging experience of having a hospitalized…… read more »
Fifth Graders Explore Career Pathways at WCC through “Careers on Wheels” Event
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Over 500 fifth graders from Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) spent the day at Wayne Community College on Friday, Oct. 24, forming more ideas about what they want to be when they grow up. Inaugural Event Connects Students with Career Opportunities WCC and WCPS hosted their inaugural “Careers on Wheels” event on…… read more »
Two WCC Students Present at NC Honors Conference
Fadah and Alviso-Bustos Share Service Learning Project on Reading Literacy GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Two Wayne Community College students recently represented their institution at the 2025 North Carolina Honors Association (NCHA) Conference at Queens University of Charlotte, marking a significant milestone for the college’s Honors Program. Abdulla Fadah and Alexis Alviso-Bustos, both pursuing Associate in Arts…… read more »
