GARNER, NC — Local residents will have the opportunity to shop for handcrafted goods, view original artwork, and sample food truck offerings at the “Under The Stars Night Market,” a free community event scheduled for Saturday, August 30, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The outdoor market will take place in the parking lot of…… read more »
WAYNE COUNTY, NC —– Wayne County business leaders will have the opportunity to enhance their management skills at the upcoming ELEVATE Leadership Conference, hosted by Spiron Solutions, a local training and organizational development company. The half-day leadership experience is designed to serve dual purposes: developing existing leaders while helping organizations build their leadership pipeline for…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, NC — The Mental Health Association of Wayne County is sponsoring a community event focused on positive parenting strategies for local youth, addressing growing concerns about addiction, gang involvement, and other behavioral challenges facing young people in the area. Event Details and Community Resources The “Positive Parenting for Youth” event will take place at…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, NC — Anthony Goodson Jr., Chief Executive Officer of the Housing Authority of the City of Goldsboro, was terminated from his position Thursday, according to confirmed reports. The Housing Authority has not yet released details regarding the circumstances or reasons behind Goodson’s termination. Officials confirmed only that he will no longer serve as CEO…… read more »
ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. — The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles is embarking on a comprehensive modernization effort to replace its aging computer systems, announcing a formal request for proposals that could transform how the state delivers motor vehicle services to millions of residents. The NCDMV issued Request for Proposals No. 54-12188921-CM seeking contractors to…… read more »
RALEIGH, NC – A Raleigh woman is one step closer to a potential $1 million payday after being selected as one of 16 finalists in the NASCAR Powerball Playoff™ promotion. Patricia Hockaday was announced as a finalist during Saturday night’s broadcast of the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway on NBC. Her selection…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, NC — The Bhangi Gold Organization recently hosted its Back to School Adult & Children Vendor Bash, an innovative community event designed to shine a spotlight on child entrepreneurs while providing valuable learning experiences for young people to become their own bosses. The vendor bash brought together 13 local businesses and organizations, creating a…… read more »
K9 Unit Leads to Arrest of Habitual Felon, Removal of 200+ Dosage Units from Streets PIKEVILLE, NC — The Pikeville Police Department has successfully dismantled a significant drug trafficking operation, seizing more than 200 dosage units of MDMA and arresting a convicted habitual felon in a recent enforcement action that officials say has removed a…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College’s Apprenticeship Wayne program celebrated a major milestone this fall, officially welcoming 94 new students into its comprehensive apprenticeship program. The college hosted a signing ceremony to commemorate the beginning of these students’ professional journeys alongside their employer partners. Program Growth Reflects Strong Industry Demand Since its establishment in 2019,…… read more »
By Jessica Strickland, Wayne County Horticulture Extension Agent As the seasons change and we spend more time observing our landscape trees, many gardeners notice unusual webs, bags, or silk structures appearing on branches. These formations often spark confusion about which pest is causing the problem and how to address it effectively. Understanding the differences between…… read more »
