Extension Agent Warns Against Nitrogen-Based Fertilizers for Warm-Season Grasses By Jessica Strickland, Wayne County Horticulture Extension Agent As autumn temperatures arrive in Eastern North Carolina, homeowners may be tempted by advertisements promoting winter fertilizer products for lawns. However, a local extension agent is urging caution when selecting fall fertilizers, emphasizing that the wrong choice could…… read more »
Trump Administration Issues 60-Day Compliance Deadline NORTH CAROLINA — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families (ACF) has ordered the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services to eliminate all references to gender identity from federally-funded sex education materials within 60 days, according to an announcement from the…… read more »
RALEIGH NC — Two of North Carolina’s major airports will receive significant federal funding to enhance safety measures and expand capacity, Senator Thom Tillis announced this week. Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) will collectively receive $68 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Airport Improvement Program.…… read more »
DURHAM, NC — A free community engagement event designed to inspire civic participation and local empowerment is scheduled for this Saturday in Durham. “Vision for Change: Empowering Communities in NC through Community Engagement” will take place August 30 from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. at the Community Family Life & Recreation Center at Lyon Park, located…… read more »
RALEIGH, NC — James Yokeley resigned as Chair of the Surry County Board of Elections on Thursday morning, just hours after State Auditor Dave Boliek publicly demanded his immediate resignation following Yokeley’s recent arrest and ongoing investigation. Yokeley submitted his resignation at approximately 11:44 AM, bringing a swift conclusion to a controversy that Boliek had…… read more »
RALEIGH, NC – North Carolina has achieved a significant milestone in Hurricane Helene recovery efforts, completing repairs to the first home approved for assistance through the Renew NC Single-Family Housing Program (SFHP). The completion marks North Carolina as the first state affected by Hurricane Helene to begin its home renovation and reconstruction program. Historic Recovery…… read more »
NORTH CAROLINA — A 77-year-old bridge on N.C. 561 northwest of Red Oak will be replaced over the next two years as part of a $4.2 million infrastructure improvement project, the North Carolina Department of Transportation announced this week. The bridge spanning Fishing Creek, originally constructed in 1947, has reached the end of its operational…… read more »
Project Spark Event Aims to Connect Individuals with Job Opportunities and Support Services RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will host “Ignite Your Future: A Project Spark Event” on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, designed to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) access employment opportunities and transition to competitive…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, NC — The stage is set for what promises to be an electrifying cross-county collision as the C.B. Aycock Falcons prepare to invade Eastern Wayne territory this Friday night in the highly anticipated WGBR Pittman Agner Law High School Football Game of the Week. Both squads enter this pivotal matchup riding the momentum of…… read more »
FREMONT, NC – The Northern Wayne Library is set to host an innovative S.T.E.M. workshop designed specifically for teenagers, combining 3D modeling and laser printing technology in an engaging, hands-on learning experience. The “S.T.E.M 3D Modeling & Laser Printing” program will take place on Saturday, August 30, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the…… read more »
