Big East 5A/6A Conference Clash Set for Pikeville PIKEVILLE, N.C. – Football fans are in for an exciting Thursday night as the Pittman Agner Law High School Football Game of the Week features a critical Big East 5A/6A Conference matchup between the Southern Wayne Saints and the C.B. Aycock Golden Falcons. Conference Implications on the…… read more »
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Game of the Week: Southern Wayne Saints to Battle C.B. Aycock Golden Falcons in Thursday Night Conference Showdown
NC Labor Commissioner Urges Senate Leader to End Federal Shutdown Over Worker Safety Concerns
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley has sent a letter to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer calling for immediate action to end the federal government shutdown, warning that the impasse is jeopardizing workplace safety for millions of workers across the state. Funding Crisis Threatens Safety Inspections As the elected head of…… read more »
City of Goldsboro to Break Ground on West Oak Pocket Park
Ceremony scheduled for November 3 as part of federal neighborhood transformation initiative GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The City of Goldsboro will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the West Oak Pocket Park at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3, at 103 N. Carolina St. Part of Federal Choice Neighborhoods Initiative The West Oak Pocket Park is part of…… read more »
“Christmas at the Farm” Debuts at Maxwell Regional Agricultural Center
New Holiday Event Combines Local Agriculture with Festive Celebration GOLDSBORO, N.C. – A new holiday tradition is coming to Wayne County this season. The Farm Credit Farmers Market will host its inaugural “Christmas at the Farm” event from November 8 through December 13 at the Maxwell Regional Agricultural & Convention Center. The celebration, presented by…… read more »
Malpass Brothers to Bring Classic Country Sound to Paramount Theatre
Traditional Country Duo Featured in Paramount Performing Arts Series GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Malpass Brothers will take the stage at the Paramount Theatre on Saturday, November 1 at 7:30 PM as part of the venue’s prestigious Paramount Performing Arts Series. The performance promises to transport audiences back to the golden era of country music with…… read more »
Wayne Community College Named Among Top 200 U.S. Community Colleges for 2027 Aspen Prize
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College has been recognized by The Aspen Institute as one of 200 institutions eligible to compete for the prestigious $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, marking the fourth consecutive cycle the college has achieved this distinction. Selection Based on Student Success Metrics The 200 eligible colleges were selected…… read more »
Local Travel Agent Selected for Exclusive Disney Destiny Media Preview
Goldsboro travel professional to experience Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship before inaugural voyage GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Mallory Dumond, a local travel agent with Travelmation, has been selected to join an exclusive media preview sailing aboard the Disney Destiny, the newest addition to Disney Cruise Line’s expanding fleet. The invitation places Dumond among a select group…… read more »
PET OF THE WEEK: Boots
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This week’s WGBR Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons, spotlights an adorable little fellow named Boots! Boots is a 5-month-old male kitten with a soft gray coat and the cutest white feet—just like tiny boots! He’s playful, curious, and full of kitten energy. Boots loves to chase toys, explore his surroundings, and…… read more »
Goldsboro Man Arrested for Murder in Death of 5-Year-Old Child
30-Year-Old Suspect Charged Following Child Abuse Investigation GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A 30-year-old Goldsboro man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the death of a 5-year-old boy who succumbed to injuries sustained in an alleged child abuse incident earlier this month. Initial Response and Investigation The Goldsboro Police Department responded to UNC…… read more »
Wayne Community College Breaks Ground on Major Expansion Project
Pine Building Renovation to Support Growth in Allied Health and Nursing Programs GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College (WCC) celebrated a major milestone this week as it officially broke ground on its newest capital construction project — a significant renovation and expansion of the Pine Building that will enhance the College’s Allied Health and Nursing…… read more »
