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CSS Returns to Serve Students with Expanded Programming and New Team Member

CSS Returns to Serve Students with Expanded Programming and New Team Member

Wayne County educational support organization kicks off new school year with volunteer opportunities across nine local schools WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — As the new school year begins, Communities Supporting Schools (CSS) is once again mobilizing volunteers and staff to provide critical educational support services to students across Wayne County. The organization operates comprehensive programs at…read more »

Walmart to Host Nationwide Wellness Event Offering Free Health Screenings and Affordable Immunizations

Walmart to Host Nationwide Wellness Event Offering Free Health Screenings and Affordable Immunizations

Nearly 4,600 pharmacy locations across the country will participate in Saturday’s community health initiative WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Walmart announced it will host The Wellness Event at Walmart on Saturday, September 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering free health screenings, affordable immunizations, and various health-focused activities at nearly 4,600 pharmacy locations nationwide. The…read more »

Wayne County Leaders to Gather for Eggs & Issues Networking Breakfast

Wayne County Leaders to Gather for Eggs & Issues Networking Breakfast

Registration deadline approaches for popular community leadership forum WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. -– Local leaders and professionals are preparing for another installment of Eggs & Issues, the county’s premier networking breakfast that brings together decision-makers to discuss pressing community challenges and emerging opportunities. The upcoming breakfast meeting serves as more than a traditional networking event, organizers…read more »

Wayne Community College Expands AI Degree Program to Nash Community College Through New Partnership

Wayne Community College Expands AI Degree Program to Nash Community College Through New Partnership

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College has signed its fourth Instructional Service Agreement to expand access to its groundbreaking artificial intelligence curriculum, announcing a new partnership that will allow Nash Community College students to earn an Associate in Applied Science – Artificial Intelligence Engineer degree. Under the agreement, Nash Community College students will be able…read more »

T. A. Loving Company Celebrates 100 Years of Building Communities Across the Carolinas

T. A. Loving Company Celebrates 100 Years of Building Communities Across the Carolinas

Goldsboro’s construction giant marks centennial milestone with celebration honoring past achievements and future vision GOLDSBORO, N.C. — On Thursday, September 4th, T. A. Loving Company celebrated a remarkable milestone that few construction companies achieve: 100 years of continuous operation. The Goldsboro-based construction giant hosted a centennial celebration attended by community leaders, business partners, and the…read more »

Nissan Donates Three Vehicles to Wayne Community College Automotive Program

Nissan Donates Three Vehicles to Wayne Community College Automotive Program

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Nissan Motor Corporation has made a significant contribution to automotive education in North Carolina by donating three late-model vehicles to Wayne Community College’s Automotive Systems Technology program. The donation includes a 2022 Nissan Pathfinder, 2022 Infiniti QX60, and 2023 Nissan Ariya SUV—marking the first fully electric vehicle donated to the college. These…read more »

Wayne County Public Schools Shows Dramatic Academic Improvement, Jumps 29 Rankings in Two Years

Wayne County Public Schools Shows Dramatic Academic Improvement, Jumps 29 Rankings in Two Years

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) announced significant academic performance gains for the second consecutive year this week, with district leaders celebrating what they call a remarkable transformation. District Climbs from 91st to 62nd in State Rankings Since Dr. Marc A. Whichard assumed the superintendent role in summer 2023, the district has experienced…read more »

State Superintendent Launches Statewide Strategic Plan Regional Tour

State Superintendent Launches Statewide Strategic Plan Regional Tour

State Superintendent Green Announces Statewide Strategic Plan Tour RALEIGH, N.C. – State Superintendent Maurice “Mo” Green will embark on a comprehensive statewide tour this fall to present his strategic plan for North Carolina’s education system, the Department of Public Instruction announced today. The strategic plan regional tour, developed in collaboration with the State Board of…read more »

PET OF THE WEEK: Rubble Powered by Jackson & Sons

PET OF THE WEEK: Rubble
Powered by Jackson & Sons

This week’s Pet of the Week powered by Jackson & Sons, features Rubble, a two-year-old Terrier-Pit Bull mix with a heart as big as his smile. Rubble sports a soft white coat with sweet patches of brown that make him just as handsome as he is lovable. Surrendered for adoption in June, this gentle boy has…read more »

United Way of Wayne County Celebrates 100 Years of Service, Launches Ambitious 2025 Campaign

United Way of Wayne County Celebrates 100 Years of Service, Launches Ambitious 2025 Campaign

WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – The United Way of Wayne County marked a historic milestone on September 9, 2025, celebrating its centennial anniversary while officially launching its 2025 fundraising campaign with a goal of raising $850,000 to support local programs and services. The celebration brought together community leaders, business partners, and volunteers to commemorate a century…read more »

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