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Goldsboro’s Park Court Apartments Wins Prestigious State Sustainability Award

Goldsboro’s Park Court Apartments Wins Prestigious State Sustainability Award

RALEIGH, N.C. –- The Housing Authority of the City of Goldsboro has been honored with the 2025 Housing North Carolina Award for Excellence in Sustainability for its Park Court Apartments complex, marking a significant achievement in sustainable affordable housing development. The award recognizes Park Court Apartments as an exemplary model of how environmental responsibility and…read more »

North Carolina Museum of Art Hosts Outdoor Paint and Play Event for Children

North Carolina Museum of Art Hosts Outdoor Paint and Play Event for Children

RALEIGH, N.C. – The North Carolina Museum of Art will transform its outdoor space into a creative playground this Tuesday as it hosts “Kids Outdoor Paint and Play,” a two-hour family event designed to combine artistic expression with outdoor recreation. Scheduled for August 12 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT, the event will take…read more »

NC Freedom Fest Returns with Expanded Fun, New Music, and a Big Salute to Our Heroes

NC Freedom Fest Returns with Expanded Fun, New Music, and a Big Salute to Our Heroes

GOLDSBORO, N.C. — NC Freedom Fest is back and bigger than ever! Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 6, 2025, when Downtown Goldsboro transforms into a vibrant hub of patriotism, entertainment, and community spirit. This free, family-friendly event celebrates and honors our military personnel, veterans, and first responders in a day filled with gratitude, fun,…read more »

Local Food Bank Opens Doors to Community Members in Need

Local Food Bank Opens Doors to Community Members in Need

Koinonia Christian Center offers free food distribution with no registration required GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Koinonia Christian Center will host its monthly community food bank on Tuesday, August 12, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at The Journey on the KCC campus. The free food distribution event requires no advance registration or sign-up, welcoming community members…read more »

North Carolina Seeks Nonprofit Organizations to Become Community Action Agencies

North Carolina Seeks Nonprofit Organizations to Become Community Action Agencies

RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Economic Opportunity has announced it is accepting applications from qualified nonprofit organizations seeking to become designated Community Action Agencies in the state. What Community Action Agencies Do Designated Community Action Agencies (CAAs) serve as frontline organizations in the fight against poverty,…read more »

NC Labor Department Uncovers Illegal Mining Operation in Western North Carolina

NC Labor Department Uncovers Illegal Mining Operation in Western North Carolina

RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Labor has discovered an illegal mining operation in Mitchell County, launching a formal investigation that could result in the site’s closure. Discovery During Routine Safety Training The unauthorized mining operation, run by Horizon 30, LLC in Poplar, North Carolina, was uncovered when a senior NCDOL official was…read more »

Triangle Expressway Extension Wins Regional Transportation Award for Innovative Technology

Triangle Expressway Extension Wins Regional Transportation Award for Innovative Technology

RALEIGH, N.C. – The North Carolina Turnpike Authority has received regional recognition for the Triangle Expressway extension project, which was selected by the Southern Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (SASHTO) for its innovative use of technology and community impact. The Triangle Expressway extension is among 113 nominations from 35 state departments of transportation…read more »

Raleigh Ghost Walk Offers Spine-Chilling Tour of Capital City’s Haunted History

Raleigh Ghost Walk Offers Spine-Chilling Tour of Capital City’s Haunted History

RALEIGH, N.C. — History buffs and thrill-seekers alike can now explore Raleigh’s darker side through a guided ghost walk that promises to unveil the capital city’s most chilling urban legends and supernatural folklore. The Raleigh Ghost Walk takes participants on a walking tour through downtown Raleigh, weaving together documented history with local ghost stories and…read more »

Wayne County Gardeners Warned: “Labor Day Worms” Threaten Azalea Plants

Wayne County Gardeners Warned: “Labor Day Worms” Threaten Azalea Plants

Colorful caterpillars capable of completely defoliating shrubs spotted across the region By Jessica Strickland, Wayne County Horticulture Extension Agent WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Local gardeners are being urged to inspect their azalea plants for destructive caterpillars that typically emerge in late August and early September, earning them the nickname “Labor Day worms.” Identifying the Azalea…read more »

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