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WCC’s Holloman Joins NC Community College Master Instructor Program

WCC’s Holloman Joins NC Community College Master Instructor Program

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College Mathematics Instructor Katie Holloman has been accepted into the 2026 North Carolina Community College Master Instructor (NC3MI) Program. The NC3MI Program recognizes and develops exemplary teaching across the state’s 58 community colleges. Led by the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS), it provides a guided, hands-on experience for educators…read more »

Wayne County Announces Thanksgiving Week Schedule Changes

Wayne County Announces Thanksgiving Week Schedule Changes

Wayne County, NC — Several Wayne County government offices and facilities have announced schedule changes for Thanksgiving week. County of Wayne Government Offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, 2025. All offices will resume normal operations on Monday, December 1. All branches of the Wayne County Public Library will close…read more »

North Carolina Symphony Brings Holiday Pops Concert to Goldsboro

North Carolina Symphony Brings Holiday Pops Concert to Goldsboro

GOLDSBORO — Once Downtown Goldsboro officially “lights up” for the holiday season, the celebration continues just a few blocks away as the North Carolina Symphony brings its beloved Holiday Pops performance to the Paramount Theatre. The festive concert—set for Tuesday at 8 p.m.—promises an evening filled with holiday cheer, featuring classic favorites, joyful carols, and…read more »

WCC to Hold Fine Arts Festival

WCC to Hold Fine Arts Festival

GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Wayne Community College will host its annual winter Fine Arts Festival on Thursday, Dec. 4, highlighting the artistic talents of students in Wayne County. The visual arts portion of the festival begins at 6 p.m. WCC students’ artwork will be displayed in the Dr. G. Herman Porter Atrium located inside the Wayne…read more »

Trojans Roll in Pickle Classic Behind Jackson’s Career-High 25

Trojans Roll in Pickle Classic Behind Jackson’s Career-High 25

MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. — The University of Mount Olive women’s basketball team delivered a commanding performance Saturday afternoon, cruising to a 79–42 victory over Bluefield University in the 60th Annual Pickle Classic at Kornegay Arena. The win marks the Trojans’ second straight and showcases a team hitting its stride early in the season. Kayla Jackson…read more »

Governor, First Lady Stein Host Friendsgiving at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base

Governor, First Lady Stein Host Friendsgiving at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base

Goldsboro, NC – Governor Josh Stein and First Lady Anna Stein visited Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in Goldsboro today, hosting a Friendsgiving meal to honor and support the servicemembers stationed there. The couple helped serve lunch before sitting down with airmen for a holiday meal. Seymour Johnson is home to the renowned 4th Fighter…read more »

Reidsville Rallies Past Eastern Wayne

Reidsville Rallies Past Eastern Wayne

Reidsville, NC – The Eastern Wayne Warriors came out strong Friday night, but the Reidsville Rams roared back to claim a 41–24 victory in the varsity boys’ football matchup on Friday. Eastern Wayne opened the game with early momentum, jumping out to a 10–0 lead in the first quarter behind disciplined defense and a fast-moving…read more »

UMO Rallies Late to Win Pickle Classic Opener

UMO Rallies Late to Win Pickle Classic Opener

MOUNT OLIVE — The University of Mount Olive men’s basketball team launched the 60th Annual Pickle Classic with a thrilling comeback victory Friday night, defeating Middle Georgia State 94–91 in a high-energy showdown at Kornegay Arena. The Trojans overcame a 10-point deficit in the second half, relying on balanced scoring and timely plays down the…read more »

State Auditor Releases Critical Report on North Carolina Office of Recovery and ResiliencyState Auditor Highlights Major Failures in North Carolina’s Disaster Recovery Program

State Auditor Releases Critical Report on North Carolina Office of Recovery and ResiliencyState Auditor Highlights Major Failures in North Carolina’s Disaster Recovery Program

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — State Auditor Dave Bolick held a press conference Wednesday at the Wayne County Museum to outline the findings of a newly released report on the North Carolina Office of Recovery and Resiliency’s (NCORR) Homeowner Recovery Program (HRP). The review, conducted by the N.C. Office of the State Auditor (OSA), details significant financial,…read more »

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