MOUNT OLIVE — A dominant second-half performance from Matt Kirby wasn’t quite enough to lift the University of Mount Olive past Emory & Henry on Saturday night, as the Trojans fell 94–90 in a high-energy finale to the 60th Annual Pickle Classic at Kornegay Arena. Kirby exploded for 19 points after halftime—finishing with a game-high…… read more »
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Kirby’s Second-Half Surge Not Enough as Mount Olive Falls 94–90 in Pickle Classic Finale
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
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
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, 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
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
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 »
Sights, Sounds, and Surprises Fill UMO Campusas Nearly 900 Third Graders Explore STEM
MOUNT OLIVE – The University of Mount Olive campus came recently alive as nearly 900 third graders from Wayne and Duplin Counties spilled onto the campus green for an unforgettable day of hands-on discovery at the 8th Annual STEM on the Green. Students experienced science with all of their senses. They got close enough to…… read more »
Wayne County Set for Full Slate of Christmas Parades and Holiday Events
Wayne County is gearing up for a festive holiday season with five Christmas parades and multiple tree lighting ceremonies scheduled over the coming weeks. The celebrations begin Saturday in Seven Springs, where the town will host its annual Christmas parade at 3 p.m. on Main Street, followed by a new tree lighting at Whitehall Gardens…… read more »
High Path Avian Influenza Confirmed in Wayne County Turkey Operation
RALEIGH, N.C. — A turkey breeding facility in Wayne County has tested positive for High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI), marking the first confirmed case in North Carolina’s commercial poultry industry since January 2025. The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Veterinary Diagnostic Lab in Raleigh identified the positive sample. The outbreak affects approximately 9,500…… read more »
