Category Archives: Local News
Wayne Community College to Host Spring Fine Arts Festival
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Wayne Community College will welcome the community for an evening of creativity and performance during its annual Spring Fine Arts Festival on Thursday, April 30. The event begins at...
Apr 12, 2026
UMO Theatre to Present The Prince of Egypt April 17-19
MOUNT OLIVE - The University of Mount Olive Theatre Arts program is entering its final week of preparation for The Prince of Egypt, set to take the stage April 17-19 in Hazel Waters Kornegay Assembly ...
Apr 12, 2026
Young Exhibitors Shine at 2026 Junior Livestock Show and Sale in Mount Olive
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. - The 2026 Junior Livestock Show and Sale kicked off with tradition and pride as Wade Robertson opened the event by reciting the 4-H pledge: "I pledge my head to clearer thinking, m...
Apr 11, 2026
April Recognized as National Social Security Month to Promote Financial Security and Awareness
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. - April is being recognized as National Social Security Month, a time dedicated to highlighting the importance of Social Security and the vital role it plays in providing financial ...
Apr 11, 2026
Wayne County Issues Local Burn Ban Amid Elevated Wildfire Risk
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. - The Wayne County Fire Marshal's Office has issued a countywide burn ban effective 5 p.m. Friday, April 10, 2026, due to increased wildfire risk caused by dry conditions and limite...
Apr 11, 2026
Mt. Olive Pickle Company, CEO Bobby Frye to Be Honored at Champions for Children Gala
RALEIGH, N.C. - North Carolina Foundation for Public School Children will honor Mt. Olive Pickle Company and CEO Bobby Frye as this year's Champion for Children during the 13th Champions for Children ...
Apr 09, 2026
WCC Invites Community on Campus for Forensics Open House
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Wayne Community College's Criminal Justice and Forensics Club will host a Forensics Open House on Saturday, April 25, providing free activities for all ages. The event will be held f...
Apr 09, 2026
Wayne County Public Schools Hosting Job Fair to Fill Multiple Positions April 18
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Wayne County Public Schools is inviting job seekers to explore career opportunities in education during an upcoming Job Fair scheduled for Saturday, April 18. The event will be held ...
Apr 09, 2026
Police Investigating Shooting on Lincoln Drive as Accidental
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - The Goldsboro Police Department has identified the victim in a Wednesday night shooting on Lincoln Drive and now says the incident is being investigated as an accidental shooting. Of...
Apr 09, 2026
UMO FBLA Scholars Earn Top Honors at State Leadership Conference
MOUNT OLIVE, NC - Students from the University of Mount Olive Tillman School of Business demonstrated strong performance and professional skill at the 72nd Annual North Carolina FBLA Collegiate State ...
Apr 08, 2026